DJI's first action camera, competing directly with GoPro with a dual-screen design.
The DJI Osmo Action was launched in 2019 as DJI's first dedicated action camera, directly challenging GoPro's dominance. With a dual-screen design featuring both a front and rear display, it targeted vloggers and content creators who needed to frame themselves while recording.
Key features include 4K 60fps HDR video, RockSteady electronic stabilisation, a front-facing colour screen for selfie framing, waterproofing to 11 metres, and voice control. The image quality from the 1/2.3-inch sensor is competitive with GoPro Hero 7 Black.
The Osmo Action was significant as the first serious competitor to GoPro in years. It was succeeded by the Action 2 with a modular design, Action 3 and 4 with improved sensors, and Action 5 Pro with a larger sensor. The original is now dated but established DJI in the action camera market.
Very cheap used. Check waterproof integrity, both screens for damage, and RockSteady stabilisation. The original Action remains a capable basic action camera at budget prices. The Action 4 or 5 Pro are dramatically better for current use.