DJI camera

DJI Pocket 4

Pocket-sized gimbal camera, built for solo tracking shots on the move. Summarised automatically from public product information.

Creators cited with it: 12; From 19 reports.
Released: 2026; Last reported 3 weeks ago.
Reviewers: Praised for video and autofocus; Pushback on image quality. From 3 reviews. What they said

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“Oh, I'm a big fan of these pocket cameras from DJI for making my videos. Uh, I've had the one, the two, the three, and this is the four. I bought this a couple of months back, but I didn't use this on this trip because uh for the first time, I didn't have to buy one of these cameras.”
James PopsysOctober 2026Watch the video at 11:22
“For example, I did a video comparing the DJI Pocket 4P versus the Insta360 Luna Ultra. Because I own both, I can put them side by side and share the differences, helping the viewer figure out which one makes sense for them.”
Think MediaSeptember 2026Watch the video at 6:45

10 more creators cited with it, listed below.

What reviewers say

Based on 3 reviews (2 press, 1 video), newest April 2026

What press and YouTube reviews of the DJI Pocket 4 judged, by what buyers compare. Open any line for the quotes behind it.

Where it shines

Video
Autofocus
Battery life
Stabilisation
Value

Where reviewers push back

Image quality
Build & handling

Image qualitySplit: Reviewers are split.Good sharpness and colour, but only minor gains over Pocket 3.2 reviews›
Praise (2)
- “these are fine for social media and online use, with good sharpness and punchy colour”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Nigel Atherton · April 2026Read the review
- “detail in dark scenes looks a little cleaner than I remember”
  PressTechRadar, Tim · April 2026Read the review
Complaints (2)
- “Sadly the digital zoom does produce a noticeable degradation in image quality and is generally best avoided where possible.”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Nigel Atherton · April 2026Read the review
- “image quality upgrades are minor in the Pocket 4”
  PressTechRadar, Tim · April 2026Read the review
VideoRated highly: Reviewers rate it highly.Outstanding, crisp stabilised 4K with great dynamic range, though it can warm up.3 reviews›
Praise (6)
- “The video quality out of this camera is outstanding.”
  VideoDM Productions · April 2026Watch at 1:37
- “The dynamic range, the way it handles the shadows, the highlights, the quality that you can pull from this video is exceptional.”
  VideoDM Productions · April 2026Watch at 2:33
- “Most people buying a Pocket 4 will be doing so for the video, and they will not be disappointed.”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Nigel Atherton · April 2026Read the review
- “Whether shooting in bright outdoor conditions or dim interiors the video manages to capture all the detail in both highlights and shadows, even when moving from one environment to the other.”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Nigel Atherton · April 2026Read the review
- “No other vlogging camera this small produces such crisp, stabilized 4K video, complete with reliable subject tracking.”
  PressTechRadar, Tim · April 2026Read the review
- “The 240fps slo-mo mode is fun if you can find subjects that you can get close enough to with that wideangle lens, and the results look impressive.”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Nigel Atherton · April 2026Read the review
Complaints (1)
- “Can get warm when using the power-hungry features”
  PressTechRadar, Tim · April 2026Read the review
AutofocusRated highly: Reviewers rate it highly.Locks on flawlessly and tracks subjects with excellent reliability.3 reviews›
Praise (5)
- “the Active Track on here works brilliant.”
  VideoDM Productions · April 2026Watch at 6:58
- “it holds lock onto that castle perfectly.”
  VideoDM Productions · April 2026Watch at 6:51
- “it seems to have no trouble locking focus on the subject wherever it is in the frame, and it tracks moving subjects flawlessly”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Nigel Atherton · April 2026Read the review
- “Very sticky subject tracking”
  PressTechRadar, Tim · April 2026Read the review
- “Subject tracking has seen a boost in performance”
  PressTechRadar, Tim · April 2026Read the review
StabilisationMostly positive: Leans positive.Gimbal is mostly smooth and effective, though occasionally loses direction.3 reviews›
Praise (5)
- “this is all stabilized on a gimbal, so you get perfect smooth video shots all the time.”
  VideoDM Productions · April 2026Watch at 6:04
- “In practice the gimbal is extremely effective, whatever mode you’re in.”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Nigel Atherton · April 2026Read the review
- “Even when fairly briskly walking the footage appears to glide effortlessly”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Nigel Atherton · April 2026Read the review
- “stellar video stabilization performance”
  PressTechRadar, Tim · April 2026Read the review
- “The gimbal is supremely effective for smooth video on the move”
  PressTechRadar, Tim · April 2026Read the review
Complaints (1)
- “It’s common for the gimbal to lose its sense of direction, especially when you’re moving the stick around”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Nigel Atherton · April 2026Read the review
Battery lifeRated highly: Reviewers rate it highly.Improved battery life over Pocket 3, plus fast charging.2 reviews›
Praise (3)
- “the fast charge on here is great.”
  VideoDM Productions · April 2026Watch at 10:29
- “the battery life is better than that DJI Pocket 3.”
  VideoDM Productions · April 2026Watch at 10:46
- “battery life is better”
  PressTechRadar, Tim · April 2026Read the review
Build & handlingSplit: Reviewers are split.Comfortable, compact and intuitive, but not waterproof and gimbal feels fragile.3 reviews›
Praise (3)
- “The ergonomics are great, and it is very comfortable to use even with one hand.”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Nigel Atherton · April 2026Read the review
- “The entire interface is well thought out, and once you learn what the icons mean, quick to use.”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Nigel Atherton · April 2026Read the review
- “I can't stress enough how important its compact dimensions are for vlogging on the go.”
  PressTechRadar, Tim · April 2026Read the review
Complaints (3)
- “it's still not waterproof just like the DJI Pocket 3.”
  VideoDM Productions · April 2026Watch at 11:22
- “if there is an Achilles heel it’s the rotating gimbal which although solid metal looks as if it could be easily damaged if it took a hard knock”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Nigel Atherton · April 2026Read the review
- “very small and difficult to see if you don’t have great eyesight”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Nigel Atherton · April 2026Read the review
ValueMostly positive: Leans positive.Excellent value for new buyers, less compelling as a Pocket 3 upgrade.3 reviews›
Praise (2)
- “It is well worth that difference in price.”
  VideoDM Productions · April 2026Watch at 14:38
- “the Osmo Pocket 4 is excellent value considering what it's capable of, and it'll be a tough ask for future rivals to beat it.”
  PressTechRadar, Tim · April 2026Read the review
Complaints (1)
- “If you already own the Pocket 3 the improvements are probably not radical enough to justify the additional expense.”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Nigel Atherton · April 2026Read the review