DJI Osmo Action 6 VS Insta360 X4 Air

Both the DJI Osmo Action 6 and the Insta360 X4 Air feature a touch screen, external memory slot, and display. However, the Osmo Action 6 has a secondary screen, which the X4 Air lacks. The Osmo Action 6 also offers 50GB of internal storage, while the X4 Air has no internal storage.

In terms of physical characteristics, the Osmo Action 6 is smaller and lighter, with a volume of 113.7 cm³ and a weight of 149 g. In contrast, the X4 Air is bulkier, with a volume of 193.7 cm³ and a weight of 165 g. The Osmo Action 6 is also thinner (33.1 mm) compared to the X4 Air’s 37 mm thickness. The height and width of the two products are also different, with the Osmo Action 6 being slightly more compact in both dimensions.

Regarding environmental durability, the Osmo Action 6 can withstand depths of up to 20 meters underwater, while the X4 Air is rated for only 15 meters. Both devices have a similar minimum operating temperature of -20 °C. The Osmo Action 6 supports a higher maximum operating temperature of 45 °C, compared to the X4 Air's 40 °C. Both cameras are equipped with a gyroscope, which is a common feature in both models.

Both the DJI Osmo Action 6 and the Insta360 X4 Air are compatible with Android and iOS devices, offering broad compatibility across platforms. The Osmo Action 6 features Bluetooth 5.1, while the X4 Air is equipped with Bluetooth 5.2, giving the X4 Air a slightly more recent Bluetooth version. Both products support Wi-Fi, with similar Wi-Fi standards, including Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), and Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).

For USB connectivity, the Osmo Action 6 supports USB version 3.1, whereas the X4 Air uses USB version 3. The Osmo Action 6 also supports first-party live streaming, a feature that is also present in the X4 Air. Neither product has an HDMI output, wireless charging, aptX support, NFC, or DLNA certification.

Both devices are capable of remote smartphone control, ensuring that users can control the camera from a distance using their phones. Despite the differences in Bluetooth and USB versions, both products offer strong connectivity features suitable for most use cases.

The DJI Osmo Action 6 offers a battery life of 4 hours, which is notably longer than the Insta360 X4 Air's 1-hour battery life. In terms of battery power, the Osmo Action 6 has a 1950 mAh battery, while the X4 Air's battery is slightly more powerful at 2010 mAh. Both cameras feature a removable battery, rechargeable battery, and a battery level indicator, ensuring users can easily monitor and replace batteries when needed.

While both products offer similar battery features, the significant difference in battery life could be an important factor for users who need extended usage. The Osmo Action 6 provides a substantial advantage here with a much longer runtime, despite the X4 Air having a slightly higher battery capacity.

Both the DJI Osmo Action 6 and the Insta360 X4 Air are equipped with a stereo microphone, providing high-quality audio capture. However, neither camera includes a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack, which means users cannot directly connect external microphones via this standard connection on either device.

In terms of audio features, both cameras are fairly similar, with the primary distinction being the lack of a 3.5 mm jack on both models, limiting flexibility for external audio options.

The DJI Osmo Action 6 features a 38 MP main camera, while the Insta360 X4 Air has a 29 MP main camera. Both cameras offer an adjustable field of view and are equipped with a BSI (Backside Illuminated) sensor and CMOS sensor for improved image quality in low light. The Osmo Action 6 has a wide aperture of 2f, compared to the X4 Air's slightly larger aperture of 1.95f, which may allow for slightly better light capture in low-light conditions.

Additionally, the Osmo Action 6 has a single-lens main camera, whereas the X4 Air has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera, which could provide more flexibility for different shooting styles or effects.

Both cameras offer manual controls, including manual exposure, ISO, shutter speed, and white balance, giving users more control over their shots. Neither model includes a flash.

The DJI Osmo Action 6 supports video recording at 2880 x 120 fps, while the Insta360 X4 Air records at a higher resolution of 3840 x 30 fps. The X4 Air also offers a slightly wider field of view at 170°, compared to the Osmo Action 6's 155°. Both cameras feature a timelapse function, phase-detection autofocus, continuous autofocus during video recording, and support for horizon leveling, making them capable of high-quality video capture.

Both models include a 24p cinema mode, but the X4 Air has a higher movie bitrate of 180 Mbps, compared to the Osmo Action 6's 120 Mbps. Neither product has a video light, but both support the use of an invisible selfie stick, which can be an important feature for smooth and dynamic video shots.

In terms of video capabilities, while the X4 Air offers a higher resolution and bitrate, the Osmo Action 6 provides higher frame rates for smoother, slow-motion video capture.