DJI Osmo Pocket 4P Review: Pocket Gimbal, Cinema Ambitions

Verdict: a pocket cinema camera that finally feels pro

The DJI Osmo Pocket 4P is a dual-lens handheld gimbal camera that combines a 1-inch sensor, 17-stop dynamic range, 10-bit D-Log 2, and 3-axis mechanical stabilization to deliver cinema-grade video in a truly pocketable form factor for filmmakers and content creators who want professional control without carrying a full rig. This is the first gimbal camera dual lens system from DJI, and it lands closer to a "pocket cinema camera" than any Osmo before it. My verdict: it’s excellent for run-and-gun filmmakers, vloggers and travel shooters who care about grading and shallow depth of field, less ideal for casual users or anyone needing long, uninterrupted recording. At its price, it undercuts key rivals while giving you image quality that is normally reserved for much larger, more complex setups.

Dual-lens architecture: why the 20mm + 60mm combo matters

The defining upgrade in the Osmo Pocket 4P is the dual-lens architecture: a 20mm wide and 60mm medium telephoto, both mounted on a 3-axis mechanical gimbal. The wide-angle camera uses a new 1-inch CMOS sensor with LOFIC technology, an f/2.0 aperture and delivers up to 17 stops of dynamic range in 10-bit D-Log 2. The 60mm f/1.8 lens sits in front of a 1/1.28-inch CMOS sensor and is tuned specifically for portraits, offering 3x optical zoom and up to 12x digital zoom. In use, this feels less like tapping digital zoom on a phone and more like switching primes on a cinema rig: 20mm for establishing shots, 60mm for compressed, flattering faces with stronger background blur. According to one hands-on review, "the dedicated 60mm f/1.8 medium-tele lens delivers a natural portrait perspective and organic bokeh," which sums up its creative appeal.

Image quality, dynamic range and handheld video stabilization

The real story is how the 1-inch sensor gimbal turns into a pocket cinema camera once you switch to D-Log 2 and start grading. With up to 17 stops of dynamic range, the wide-angle sensor preserves detail in bright highlights and deep shadows in a way that is described as "on par with cinema cameras". Both lenses support high-speed video: 4K/240fps on the wide and 4K/200fps on the telephoto, enabling 8x Ultra HD slow motion that you would typically associate with far pricier cinema systems. Crucially, all of this rides on DJI’s three-axis mechanical gimbal and Ronan Stabilisation System, recognised by major film and TV academies, which keeps handheld video stabilization smooth even at 12x zoom. In practice, this means walking shots, fast-moving subjects and dynamic portrait moves look controlled and cinematic, without the micro-jitters you see on smartphone-only stabilization.

Design, controls, storage and workflow in the field

Despite the extra lens, the Osmo Pocket 4P sticks to the compact Osmo design philosophy, weighing 230 grams and keeping the familiar grip-and-gimbal silhouette. A 2.0-inch rotatable touchscreen with 1,000-nit brightness doubles as the power switch: rotate to wake the camera and flip between horizontal and vertical orientations. Under the screen sit dual physical buttons and a tactile 5D analog joystick, giving you fine control over framing and modes without digging through menus. On the workflow side, the built-in 103GB of storage supports USB 3.1 transfer speeds up to 800 MB/s, which makes offloading footage far faster than swapping SD cards. Features like Instant Recording, 37MP high-res photos, 4K Live Photo clips and upgraded ActiveTrack 8.0—now able to frame people, vehicles, pets and other objects even at 12x zoom—round out the creator-friendly toolset.

Price, availability and the trade-offs you need to accept

From a value perspective, DJI positions the Osmo Pocket 4P aggressively against rivals. One hands-on review cites a starting price of AUD$959 for the Standard Combo and AUD$1,099 for the Vlog Combo, undercutting a key competitor’s base kit by roughly AUD$270. Another source lists the Standard Combo at £529 (~$706) and the Vlog Combo at £605 (~$807) in one market, with availability through DJI’s own store and authorised retail partners. However, the device is not yet authorised for sale in one large market, so buyers there will need to wait for regulatory clearance. In practical use, you do need to accept some compromises: battery life falls off when shooting 4K at high bitrates, there is still no true 4K vertical shooting mode, and some intelligent features disable zoom on the telephoto lens. For creators who can live with these limitations, the imaging gains and handheld flexibility more than justify the asking price.

Buy if / Skip if

• Buy the DJI Osmo Pocket 4P if you want a pocket cinema camera with a 1-inch sensor gimbal, 17-stop dynamic range and 10-bit D-Log 2 for serious color grading.
• Skip the DJI Osmo Pocket 4P if you prioritize long, uninterrupted 4K recording sessions and extended battery life over image quality and portability.
• Buy the DJI Osmo Pocket 4P if you care about natural-looking portraits and bokeh from the dedicated 60mm f/1.8 medium-tele lens with 3x optical zoom.
• Skip the DJI Osmo Pocket 4P if your workflow depends on true 4K vertical shooting for social platforms and you do not want to rely on workarounds.
• Buy the DJI Osmo Pocket 4P if you are a travel filmmaker or vlogger who wants handheld video stabilization and ActiveTrack 8.0 subject tracking in a 230-gram body.
• Skip the DJI Osmo Pocket 4P if you mostly shoot casual clips on your phone and have no interest in D-Log 2, grading or interchangeable focal lengths.
• Buy the DJI Osmo Pocket 4P if 103GB internal storage with 800 MB/s wired transfer speeds and optional remote monitoring via Osmo FrameTap fit your on-location workflow.