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-8
Rugged waterproof compact with 20MP 1/2.3-inch sensor, 5x 28-140mm equivalent zoom, 4K video, GPS, and macro lights.
$399
Launch priceReleased Jul 2024
Osmo Pocket 4 is 1.8 years newer.
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Wins
Osmo Pocket 4
Wins
WG-8
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BWG-8 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (340 shots vs -1 shots)
- AOsmo Pocket 4 has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 30 fps)
- AOsmo Pocket 4 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 125)
- AOsmo Pocket 4 has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 6,400)
- AOsmo Pocket 4 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 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)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
WG-8
118 × 66 × 33 mm
242 g (0.53 lb / 8.54 oz)
Osmo Pocket 4 is 85mm narrower than WG-8 but it is also 79mm taller and 11mm thicker.
Osmo Pocket 4 is 52 g lighter than WG-8.
Depth (front-to-back): 44mm Osmo Pocket 4 · 33mm WG-8
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
WG-8
118 × 66 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-8
118 × 33 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 min (native)
50 vs 125 — lower is better
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Osmo Pocket 4 supports it
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
WG-8
Battery life (CIPA)
340 shots vs -1 shots — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 118.2, 65.5, 33.1
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Subject recognition
Adds Pet
Weather sealing
Only WG-8 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-8
Pros
- ✓Waterproof and dustproof
- ✓4K video
- ✓GPS and compass
- ✓Macro stand included
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Limited manual control
- –No RAW focus
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the Osmo Pocket 4 and WG-8 at major authorized retailers.
DJI Osmo Pocket 4
Ricoh WG-8
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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-8?
Osmo Pocket 4 scores 10.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for WG-8 — 20fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Pocket 4 and WG-8?
Osmo Pocket 4 is 37 MP and WG-8 is 20 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-8?
Osmo Pocket 4 uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while WG-8 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Pocket 4 and WG-8?
Osmo Pocket 4 weighs 190.5 g and WG-8 weighs 242 g, so the Osmo Pocket 4 is 52 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Pocket 4 and WG-8 record 4K video?
Osmo Pocket 4: 4K up to 60p. WG-8: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Osmo Pocket 4 and WG-8 weather sealed?
Osmo Pocket 4: No. WG-8: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is -1 shots (CIPA) for the Osmo Pocket 4 and 340 shots for the WG-8, giving the WG-8 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo Pocket 4 launched at $499 and WG-8 at $399. The WG-8 is $100 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.