DJI
Osmo Pocket 4P
Dual-lens pocket gimbal camera with 1-inch wide and 1/1.28-inch tele sensors, 37MP stills, 4K/240fps slow motion, 103GB built-in storage, and 210-min battery.
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Launch priceReleased Jun 2026
GoPro
HERO
Smallest GoPro with a screen — 86g rugged body with 4K30 video, 2.7K60 slo-mo, 12MP photos, built-in Enduro battery, and 5m waterproofing at an entry price.
$200
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
Osmo Pocket 4P is 1.8 years newer.
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Wins
Osmo Pocket 4P
Wins
HERO
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AOsmo Pocket 4P has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AOsmo Pocket 4P has higher Resolution (37 MP vs 12 MP)
- AOsmo Pocket 4P has lower Weight (230 g vs 580 g)
- AOsmo Pocket 4P has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
- BHERO has higher Max video bit rate (200 Mbps vs 180 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Osmo Pocket 4P
34 × 160 × 63 mm
230 g (0.51 lb / 8.11 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
HERO
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
Osmo Pocket 4P is 101mm narrower and 9mm thinner than HERO but it is also 69mm taller.
Osmo Pocket 4P is 350 g lighter than HERO.
Depth (front-to-back): 63mm Osmo Pocket 4P · 72mm HERO
Sensor size, to scale
Osmo Pocket 4P
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
HERO
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
1.9× 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 4P
Codecs
Adds HEVC
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 33.5, 159.5, 63.3
Card types
Adds microSD
Resolution
37 MP vs 12 MP — higher is better
Weight
230 g vs 580 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Touchscreen
Only Osmo Pocket 4P supports it
Reasons to choose
HERO
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264, ProRes
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
AA filter
Only HERO supports it
Eye AF
Only HERO supports it
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only HERO supports it
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 180 Mbps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Osmo Pocket 4P
Pros
- ✓Dual 20mm + 60mm equivalent lenses
- ✓4K/240fps wide-lens slow motion
- ✓37MP stills with 9x photo zoom
- ✓103GB built-in storage + 1TB microSD
Cons
- –No weathersealing
- –Fixed dual-lens system
- –Price not yet listed on DJI specs page
HERO
Pros
- ✓Smallest/lightest GoPro with screen (86g)
- ✓4K30 + 2.7K60 slo-mo
- ✓Built-in mounting fingers
- ✓5m waterproof rugged body
- ✓Simple 3-mode interface
Cons
- –No removable battery
- –HyperSmooth via Quik app only
- –No 4K60 or 5.3K modes
- –Not compatible with HB-Series lenses
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, Osmo Pocket 4P or HERO?
HERO scores 5.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Osmo Pocket 4P — Bird AF subject recognition.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Pocket 4P and HERO?
Osmo Pocket 4P is 37 MP and HERO is 12 MP, so the Osmo Pocket 4P captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Osmo Pocket 4P and HERO?
Osmo Pocket 4P uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while HERO does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Pocket 4P and HERO?
Osmo Pocket 4P weighs 230 g and HERO weighs 580 g, so the Osmo Pocket 4P is 350 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Pocket 4P and HERO record 4K video?
Osmo Pocket 4P: 4K up to 60p. HERO: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Osmo Pocket 4P and HERO weather sealed?
Osmo Pocket 4P: No. HERO: No.
How much does the HERO cost?
HERO launched at $200.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of DJI and GoPro press materials.