DJI
Osmo Pocket 4
Fourth-gen 1-inch pocket gimbal camera with 4K/240fps slow-motion, 14-stop D-Log, ActiveTrack 7.0, 107GB built-in storage, and 240-min battery.
$499
Launch priceReleased Apr 2026
Ricoh
GR II
Classic APS-C GR with 16.2MP sensor, 28mm equivalent lens, built-in flash, Wi-Fi, and snap-focus street ergonomics.
$799
Launch priceReleased Jun 2015
Osmo Pocket 4 is 10.8 years newer.
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Wins
Osmo Pocket 4
Wins
GR II
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BGR II has higher Battery life (CIPA) (320 shots vs -1 shots)
- AOsmo Pocket 4 has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- AOsmo Pocket 4 has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 10 frames)
- AOsmo Pocket 4 has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 30 fps)
- AOsmo Pocket 4 has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 4 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Osmo Pocket 4
34 × 144 × 44 mm
190.5 g (0.42 lb / 6.72 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
GR II
117 × 63 × 35 mm
251 g (0.55 lb / 8.85 oz)
Osmo Pocket 4 is 84mm narrower than GR II but it is also 81mm taller and 10mm thicker.
Osmo Pocket 4 is 61 g lighter than GR II.
Depth (front-to-back): 44mm Osmo Pocket 4 · 35mm GR II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Osmo Pocket 4
34 × 144 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
GR II
117 × 63 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Osmo Pocket 4
34 × 44 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
GR II
117 × 35 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Osmo Pocket 4
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
GR II
23.7 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
372 mm² area
3.2× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Osmo Pocket 4
Codecs
Adds HEVC (H.265), H.264
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 33.5, 144.2, 44.4
Card types
Adds microSD
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 10 frames — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Resolution
37 MP vs 16.2 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
GR II
Battery life (CIPA)
320 shots vs -1 shots — higher is better
Codecs
Adds MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 117, 62.8, 34.7
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC UHS-I
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Osmo Pocket 4
Pros
- ✓4K/240fps slow-motion
- ✓14-stop dynamic range + 10-bit D-Log
- ✓107GB built-in + 800MB/s transfer
- ✓240-min battery life
Cons
- –No US official sale (FCC pending)
- –No weathersealing
- –Fixed lens
GR II
Pros
- ✓APS-C sensor
- ✓28mm GR lens
- ✓Built-in flash
- ✓Great used value
Cons
- –Older 16MP sensor
- –No IBIS
- –Fixed lens
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the Osmo Pocket 4 and GR II at major authorized retailers.
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Osmo Pocket 4 or GR II?
Osmo Pocket 4 scores 10.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for GR II — 20fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Pocket 4 and GR II?
Osmo Pocket 4 is 37 MP and GR II is 16.2 MP, so the Osmo Pocket 4 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Osmo Pocket 4 and GR II?
Osmo Pocket 4 uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while GR II does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Osmo Pocket 4 or the GR II?
Osmo Pocket 4 reaches 20 fps electronic. GR II reaches 4 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Pocket 4 and GR II?
Osmo Pocket 4 weighs 190.5 g and GR II weighs 251 g, so the Osmo Pocket 4 is 61 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Pocket 4 and GR II record 4K video?
Osmo Pocket 4: 4K up to 60p. GR II: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Osmo Pocket 4 and GR II weather sealed?
Osmo Pocket 4: No. GR II: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is -1 shots (CIPA) for the Osmo Pocket 4 and 320 shots for the GR II, giving the GR II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo Pocket 4 launched at $499 and GR II at $799. The Osmo Pocket 4 is $300 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of DJI and Ricoh press materials.