I ran a YouTube channel while traveling the world with my teenage son for seven months. I filmed with a DJI action camera in various environments and, after using it myself, honestly summarized the pros and cons. I hope this will be helpful to those considering purchasing a DJI action camera.
Advantages of DJI Action Cameras
1. More beautiful and vivid colors (supports 10-bit D-log M)
DJI action cameras support D-log M shooting mode. This shooting mode is commonly used when shooting movies or dramas. A shooting technique that involves shooting in a color-blind state and applying a LUT to create a more vivid color desired by the photographer.no see.
However, since this mode is also supported by DJI action cameras, you can easily extract the color you want.
After shooting in D-log mode, color correction methods and required LUTs are provided free of charge on the DJI website. You can find detailed instructions in my previous post below.
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2. Wide angle + minimal shaking
Action cameras naturally boast wide field of view. Furthermore, because they're often used in a variety of environments and situations involving rapid movement, they come standard with anti-shake functionality.
DJI action cameras have four levels of shake prevention: RockSteady, RockSteady+, HorizonBalancing, and HorizonSteady.You can adjust the anti-shake function to suit your situation because you can.
3. Waterproof and dustproof performance (up to 18m)
Waterproofing and dustproofing are among the most important features of an action camera, especially when traveling, as you'll often find yourself in water at any time.
so The lifespan of a camera depends on how well it is waterproof and dustproof.It can be done.
You need to be ready to go underwater or into a dust hole at any time, because if you put on a waterproof housing every time you do, you'll miss important moments.
The content below is based on footage taken underwater during my trip. Jumping into the water without a housing is perfectly acceptable.
🎥 DJI Action 4 camera filmed underwater
4. Front dual screen 👉 Selfie camera is a must
The action cam is equipped with two monitors so you can check how the footage is being filmed. So, you can always check how you're being filmed while shooting with the camera.
This is an essential feature when taking selfies. However, there is a downside to this feature, as the left and right lengths are cut off compared to the original footage, so you have to take that into account when taking the photo.
Disadvantages of DJI Action Cameras
1. Built-in microphone quality
Action cameras are typically held by the cameraman, giving them a comparative advantage in audio capture. However, concerns remain about how much sound they can capture and whether they require the purchase of a separate microphone.
I felt that it performed better than expected, but still If there is a lot of ambient noise or you move a little further away, you will experience a rapid decrease in sound quality.I was able to do it.
🎬 Example of content that captures sound only through the DJI Action 4's built-in microphone.
2. Dark screen
You can see that the camera is shooting a little dark. I checked that the later content was shooting dark and did some color correction, but usually If you only shoot with a DJI action camera, the image will be a bit dark. Post-processing is required.do.
Before you start shooting, you can shoot with a slightly higher exposure, but it is recommended to adjust the brightness in post-production as this may result in the screen appearing white in bright places.
3. Slow app connection response
You can monitor your footage with a smartphone app while filming with a DJI action camera. However, the app connection and response times can be quite long, making it somewhat inconvenient and often discouraged.
However, when filming in a location where long-term monitoring is required, such as an interview, or where monitoring is impossible, app connection is absolutely necessary.
If you have time before shooting, After connecting the app, you can adjust the exact angle and color temperature through the monitor.You can do it.
Go to download the DJI app
👉 https://www.dji.com/kr/downloads/djiapp/dji-mimo
DJI Action Cam🎥 Real-world usage example video attached
🎥 All YouTube video content of the real experience of Cat Cat Village in Sapa, Vietnam was filmed with the DJI Action 4 camera.I did. Check out the image quality and shake reduction of the shooting on a slightly cloudy day for yourself!
DJI Action Camera Purchase Information (Coupang)
The following equipment is 🎥 the equipment I actually use while running my YouTube channel.
✅ DJI Osmo Action 4 (Currently on sale for the same price as the Action 5 Pro)
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💻 MacBook Pro M4 for editing:
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