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
HERO12 Black
1/1.9-inch action camera with HDR 5.3K60, 4K120, 2.7K240 slow-mo, HyperSmooth 6.0, and 10m waterproof body.
$349
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
Osmo Pocket 4P is 2.8 years newer.
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Wins
Osmo Pocket 4P
Wins
HERO12 Black
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AOsmo Pocket 4P has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- AOsmo Pocket 4P has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
- BHERO12 Black has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BHERO12 Black has lower Weight (154 g vs 230 g)
- AOsmo Pocket 4P has higher Battery runtime (210 min vs 150 min)
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
HERO12 Black
72 × 51 × 34 mm
154 g (0.34 lb / 5.43 oz)
Osmo Pocket 4P is 38mm narrower than HERO12 Black but it is also 109mm taller and 30mm thicker.
Osmo Pocket 4P is 76 g heavier than HERO12 Black.
Depth (front-to-back): 63mm Osmo Pocket 4P · 34mm HERO12 Black
Sensor size, to scale
Osmo Pocket 4P
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 4P
Codecs
Adds HEVC
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 33.5, 159.5, 63.3
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Battery runtime
210 min vs 150 min — higher is better
Resolution
37 MP vs 27.6 MP — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 6 stops — higher is better
Reasons to choose
HERO12 Black
Codecs
Adds H.265 (HEVC)
Stabilization modes
Adds HyperSmooth 6.0, 360° Horizon Lock, AutoBoost
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.8, 50.8, 33.6
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only HERO12 Black supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Weather sealing
Only HERO12 Black supports it
Weight
154 g vs 230 g — lower is better
Battery capacity
1720 mAh vs 1545 mAh — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 240 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓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
HERO12 Black
Pros
- ✓HDR 5.3K and 4K120
- ✓HyperSmooth 6.0
- ✓10m waterproof
- ✓Strong used value
Cons
- –Superseded by HERO13
- –Fixed lens
- –Smaller battery than HERO13
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the Osmo Pocket 4P and HERO12 Black at major authorized retailers.
DJI Osmo Pocket 4P
GoPro HERO12 Black
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for travel, Osmo Pocket 4P or HERO12 Black?
HERO12 Black scores 8.0/10 versus 4.5/10 for Osmo Pocket 4P — 154g — ultralight for all-day carry.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Pocket 4P and HERO12 Black?
Osmo Pocket 4P is 37 MP and HERO12 Black is 27.6 MP, so the Osmo Pocket 4P captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Osmo Pocket 4P and HERO12 Black?
Osmo Pocket 4P uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while HERO12 Black uses HyperSmooth 6.0 (electronic).
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Pocket 4P and HERO12 Black?
Osmo Pocket 4P weighs 230 g and HERO12 Black weighs 154 g, so the HERO12 Black is 76 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Pocket 4P and HERO12 Black record 4K video?
Osmo Pocket 4P: 4K up to 60p. HERO12 Black: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Osmo Pocket 4P and HERO12 Black weather sealed?
Osmo Pocket 4P: No. HERO12 Black: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
Osmo Pocket 4P is rated for about 210 minutes of continuous recording and HERO12 Black for about 150 minutes, giving the Osmo Pocket 4P the edge.
How much does the HERO12 Black cost?
HERO12 Black launched at $349.
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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.