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DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Essential Combo
The DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Essential Combo lands as a entry-level action camera, built around 4K.
52/100
4K360° HorizonSteady20 m1/1.3"
£295best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Horizon lock
- 360 horizon lock
- Front screen
- Above-average max 4k fps
- No log / d-log recording
- No 360-degree video
Score profile
Scored against the action cameras classWhere the DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Essential Combo wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Video
Max resolution4
Max 4K FPS120
Sensor and lens
Sensor size1
Stabilisation
Stabilisation tech360
Horizon lockYes
360 horizon lockYes
Design and ruggedisation
Water resistance20
Screens2
Front screenYes
TouchscreenYes
Audio
External mic supportYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowDJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Essential Combo vs DJI DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Standard Combo
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Essential ComboDJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Standard Combo
| DJIDJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Essential ComboThis page | DJIDJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Standard Combo | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52 /100 | 52 /100 |
| Max video resolution | 4 | 4 |
| Stabilisation name | 360 | 360 |
| Water resistance m | 20 | 20 |
Who it's for
Is the DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Essential Combo right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable action camera for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need log / d-log recording, in which case a higher-tier action camera is the better call.
Enthusiast shooter
Shooting stills and video seriously, wants room to grow.
okay
Hybrid creator
Splits time between photos and video for content.
good
Beginner
Starting out and learning the ropes.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Essential Combo worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 52/100 against other action cameras, a entry-level result where the class average is around 49.
What stands out on the DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Essential Combo?
Its horizon lock stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the DJI Osmo Action 6 Essential Combo?
The DJI Osmo Action 6 Essential Combo scores 54/100 versus this one at 52/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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