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
WG-1000
Entry rugged waterproof compact with 16.35MP sensor, 4x 27-108mm equivalent zoom, USB-C, and simple controls.
$229
Launch priceReleased Jun 2024
Osmo Pocket 4 is 1.8 years newer.
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Wins
Osmo Pocket 4
Wins
WG-1000
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BWG-1000 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (300 shots vs -1 shots)
- AOsmo Pocket 4 has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 30 fps)
- AOsmo Pocket 4 has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 3,200)
- AOsmo Pocket 4 has higher Resolution (37 MP vs 16.35 MP)
- AOsmo Pocket 4 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
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
WG-1000
116 × 69 × 51 mm
220 g (0.49 lb / 7.76 oz)
Osmo Pocket 4 is 83mm narrower and 6mm thinner than WG-1000 but it is also 76mm taller.
Osmo Pocket 4 is 30 g lighter than WG-1000.
Depth (front-to-back): 44mm Osmo Pocket 4 · 51mm WG-1000
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Osmo Pocket 4
34 × 144 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
WG-1000
116 × 69 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
WG-1000
116 × 51 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Osmo Pocket 4
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 33.5, 144.2, 44.4
Card types
Adds microSD
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 3,200 — higher is better
Resolution
37 MP vs 16.35 MP — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Osmo Pocket 4 supports it
Reasons to choose
WG-1000
Battery life (CIPA)
300 shots vs -1 shots — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 116, 68.5, 50.5
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Subject recognition
Adds Pet
Weather sealing
Only WG-1000 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
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
WG-1000
Pros
- ✓Waterproof and dustproof
- ✓USB-C
- ✓Affordable rugged camera
- ✓4x optical zoom
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Full HD only
- –Basic feature set
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the Osmo Pocket 4 and WG-1000 at major authorized retailers.
DJI Osmo Pocket 4
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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 WG-1000?
Osmo Pocket 4 scores 10.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for WG-1000 — 20fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Pocket 4 and WG-1000?
Osmo Pocket 4 is 37 MP and WG-1000 is 16.35 MP, so the Osmo Pocket 4 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Osmo Pocket 4 and WG-1000?
Osmo Pocket 4 uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while WG-1000 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Pocket 4 and WG-1000?
Osmo Pocket 4 weighs 190.5 g and WG-1000 weighs 220 g, so the Osmo Pocket 4 is 30 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Pocket 4 and WG-1000 record 4K video?
Osmo Pocket 4: 4K up to 60p. WG-1000: Full HD.
Are the Osmo Pocket 4 and WG-1000 weather sealed?
Osmo Pocket 4: No. WG-1000: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is -1 shots (CIPA) for the Osmo Pocket 4 and 300 shots for the WG-1000, giving the WG-1000 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo Pocket 4 launched at $499 and WG-1000 at $229. The WG-1000 is $270 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.