Experts recommend Insta360 X4 more than DJI Osmo Action 4
As of 15 Jan 2025, experts prefer Insta360 X4 over DJI Osmo Action 4, but both Action Cameras have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Insta360 X4 received 8 recommendations: from PCMag (22 Nov 2024), WIRED (27 Nov 2024) Camera Jabber (1 Oct 2022) and 5 others. By contrast, DJI Osmo Action 4 received only 6 recommendations from Camera Jabber (1 Oct 2022), Tom's Guide (26 Oct 2024) Popular Science (16 Nov 2023) and 3 others.
| Rank | Change | Price | Action Camera | PCMag  | WIRED  | Camera Jabber  | Tom's Guide  | Wirecutter  | Popular Science  | T3  | TechRadar  | Digital Camera World  | Pocket-lint  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | - | Check price |  Insta360 X4 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 3 | - | 2 |
5 | 3 | - |
| 6 | - | $328 |  DJI Osmo Action 4 The DJI Osmo Action 4 is a highly recommended action camera with excellent image stabilization, impressive video quality, and a range of convenient features, making it a versatile choice for action enthusiasts and videographers. | - | - | 7 | 5 | - | 2 | 8 | - | 7 | 3 |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 1 Oct 2022 Camera Jabber ranked Insta360 X4 as #5 and DJI Osmo Action 4 as #7
Rank Action Camera ... ... #5 out of 17 Insta360 X4 ... ... #7 out of 17 DJI Osmo Action 4 ... ... Source: camerajabber.com - On 26 Oct 2024 Tom's Guide ranked DJI Osmo Action 4 as #5 and Insta360 X4 as #6
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 6 DJI Osmo Action 4 The best budget action camera#6 out of 6 Insta360 X4 The best 360 action cameraSource: www.tomsguide.com - On 1 Jan 2025 T3 ranked Insta360 X4 as #2 and DJI Osmo Action 4 as #8
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 9 Insta360 X4 Best 360° action camera... ... ... #8 out of 9 DJI Osmo Action 4 Best mid-range action camera... ... ... Source: www.t3.com - On 29 Nov 2024 Digital Camera World ranked Insta360 X4 as #3 and DJI Osmo Action 4 as #7
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 10 Insta360 X4 Best 360 action camera might be the only action camera you need... ... ... #7 out of 10 DJI Osmo Action 4 Best Value Premium / Editor's Choice... ... ... Source: www.digitalcameraworld.com - On 16 Nov 2023 Popular Science ranked DJI Osmo Action 4 as #2
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 6 DJI Osmo Action 4 Best for vlogging... ... ... Source: www.popsci.com - On 29 Nov 2023 Pocket-lint ranked DJI Osmo Action 4 as #3
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 5 DJI Osmo Action 4 Best GoPro alternative... ... ... Source: www.pocket-lint.com - On 22 Nov 2024 PCMag
ranked Insta360 X4 as #3
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 8 Insta360 X4 Best 360 Camera for Creators / Editors' Choice... ... ... Source: www.pcmag.com - On 27 Nov 2024 WIRED ranked Insta360 X4 as #6
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #6 out of 7 Insta360 X4 Best 360 Cam for the Action Enthusiast... ... ... Source: www.wired.com - On 21 Nov 2024 Wirecutter ranked Insta360 X4 as #3
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 3 Insta360 X4 Best for capturing everything around youSource: www.nytimes.com - On 21 Nov 2024 TechRadar ranked Insta360 X4 as #5
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 8 Insta360 X4 The best action camera for shooting in 360... ... ... Source: www.techradar.com
After counting and adding up the 79 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Insta360 X4 outranks DJI Osmo Action 4. This is not to say that DJI Osmo Action 4 is a bad option. Like Insta360 X4, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Insta360 X4 outranks DJI Osmo Action 4 by 2 positions. This indicates that, as of 15 Jan 2025, Insta360 X4 is more critically acclaimed than DJI Osmo Action 4.
| Rank | Change | Price | Action Camera | PCMag | WIRED | Camera Jabber | Tom's Guide | Wirecutter | Popular Science | T3 | TechRadar | Digital Camera World | Pocket-lint |
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| 1 | - | $319 |  GoPro Hero12 Black The GoPro Hero12 Black is a highly praised action camera known for its exceptional video quality, durability, user-friendly interface, and range of accessories, making it a top choice for capturing action-packed moments and stunning footage in various settings. | 2 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | - | - | 1 |
| 2 | - | $349 |  DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | - | - | - | 4 | 1 | - |
| 3 | - | $500 |  GoPro Hero13 Black | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | - |
| 4 | - | Check price | Insta360 X4 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 3 | - | 2 | 5 | 3 | - |
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No expert reviews linked yet for Insta360 X4.
From Seller:
- Impeccable Image Quality, Day or Night - Experience stunning image clarity and unparalleled low-light performance with the 4K action camera's large 1/1.3-inch sensor, capturing every adventure in breathtaking detail from dawn to dusk.
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From Seller:
- IMMERSIVE 360 VIDEO - The 8K era is here. Insta360 X4 delivers 360° video in stunning 8K or 5.7K60fps! Use Active HDR to keep shots color accurate too, even in action scenarios.
- SIMPLE, EASY REFRAMING - With Insta360 X4, get out there and shoot, not having to worry about lining up a shot. Shoot first, then reframe easily after, all in the AI-powered Insta360 app.
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