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DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
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DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro

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KEY FACTS
Type1/1.3-inch CMOS
Megapixels40MP
Pixel Size2.4μm
Dynamic Range13.5-stop
What We Like
+Exceptional image quality with 1/1.3-inch sensor and 13.5-stop dynamic range, outstanding in both daylight and low-light conditions
+Industry-leading stabilization with RockSteady 3.0 and 360° HorizonSteady for smooth, cinematic footage
+Extended battery life up to 4 hours with 1950mAh capacity, significantly outperforming competitors like GoPro
+Dual OLED touchscreens (front and rear) with 1000 cd/㎡ peak brightness for excellent visibility in sunlight
+Versatile subject tracking with AI-powered framing keeps moving subjects centered without gimbal assistance
+Native waterproof to 20m without case, 60m with case; built-in pressure gauge logs depth and altitude data
Worth Knowing
−Maximum 4K video resolution, while some competitors like GoPro offer 5.3K capability
−Camera startup time can be slow after extended inactivity, requiring pre-activation before recording
−Lacks traditional tripod mounting thread (1/4-inch) on bottom without magnetic adapter, limiting native compatibility
−Does not match the quality of larger cameras in extreme low-light conditions despite SuperNight improvements

General

Brand
DJI
Announcement date
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Refers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera.
Sep 2024
Released
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Refers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale.
2024
Read our notes on general
The DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro is a flagship action camera that delivers exceptional image quality with its 1/1.3-inch sensor, 13.5-stop dynamic range, and 4K/120fps video capability. It excels with industry-leading RockSteady 3.0 stabilization, dual OLED touchscreens, up to 4 hours of battery life, and built-in subject tracking—features that collectively challenge GoPro's market dominance. Waterproof to 20m natively and 60m with housing, plus integrated pressure gauge functionality make it ideal for adventure sports and underwater content creation.

Sensor

Type
1/1.3-inch CMOS
Megapixels
40MP
Pixel Size
2.4μm
Dynamic Range
13.5-stop

Video

Max Frame Rate
120fps
Color Modes
10-bit, D-Log M, HLG
Slow Motion
1080p/240fps, up to 32x Super Slow Motion with interpolation
FOV
155°
Stabilization
RockSteady 3.0, RockSteady 3.0+, HorizonSteady, HorizonBalancing
Max video resolution
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The best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video.
4K
Timelapse built in
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A built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video.
Yes

Display

Front Screen
1.46-inch OLED, 331 ppi, 342×342, 800 cd/㎡
Rear Screen
2.5-inch OLED, 326 ppi, 400×712, 1000 cd/㎡ peak brightness

Battery

Capacity
1950mAh
Runtime
Up to 4 hours (1080p/24fps, RockSteady on, Wi-Fi off, screens off); 3.6 hours at -20°C
Chemistry
Li-ion

Storage

Internal
64GB (47GB usable)
Expandable
microSD up to 1TB

Build

Waterproof Rating
IP68
Depth Without Case
20m
Depth With Case
60m
Features
Built-in pressure gauge, magnetic quick-release mount

Connectivity

USB
USB 3.0 Type-C
Wireless Transfer Speed
Up to 80 MB/s
Processor
4nm chip

Audio

Microphones
3 built-in omnidirectional
External
Direct wireless connection to DJI Mic 2/Mic mini transmitter

Features

Subject Tracking
Yes, with InvisiStick mode
Time Lapse
Multiple interval and duration options
Voice Control
Built-in, 1-meter range
Color Temp Sensor
Yes, for automatic white balance
Wi-Fi
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Built-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly.
Yes
360° shooting
No

Storage and battery

Battery life mins
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How long the battery will last you in minutes. Estimate Only.
240 min