Uploaded September 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
I have been using the DJI Action 4 for 3 weeks and these are my views on it. Is it an action camera worth your money or a waste? Does it live up to the hype, or is it pure hype and no substance? Let's find out.
▶︎ ▶︎ Many people and businesses are wasting time and money looking for an answer to a specific challenge. If you would like to discuss your project or idea and find a tailor-made solution that will help you find a way forward, you can schedule a 1 hour 1-2-1 consultation session over Zoom here - bit.ly/49ac6P3
▶︎ Download my Smartphone Pro Pack LUTs with over 100 LUTs here bit.ly/3BBkbfV
▶︎ Get my free LUTs here bit.ly/42LpPYZ
▶︎ Equipment featured in this video
DJI Action 4 - amzn.to/3qY2fud
BOYA Wireless Lavalier Microphone BY-M1V3 - amzn.to/3R4Rdhy
All Music in this video is from Epidemic Sound - epidemicsound.com/referral/9l0dzy
For inquiries:
Samuel Sotiega, London, UK.
e: sam@samsotiega.com
w: samsotiega.com
I hope you enjoyed this video, please leave a comment and SUBSCRIBE.
▶ CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro
0:15 - What's Important
1:51 - Is stabilization any good?
4:30 - Is the cage worth it?
5:04 - Magnetic clamp, camera switch made easy
5:25 - Battery life
5:51 - Resolutions and frame rates
6:35 - Underwater features
7:22 - Sharpening adjustments
7:54 - Overheating issues
8:30 - Built-in Microphone
10:04 - Where is the histogram?
10:25 Why can't you flip the screen?
10:56 - Snail Speed USBC port
11:12 - Is it really worth it?
▶︎ Some of the camera gear I use:
**CAMERA**
My camera - Canon M6 MK2 - amzn.to/3KyHw62
My Phone - iPhone 13 Pro Max 1TB - amzn.to/3UBFoz0
DJI Pocket 2 Creators Combo - amzn.to/2O7eYY7
**LENSES**
Canon EF 70-200mm L series - amzn.to/2KFG3zB
Canon EF 16-35mm L Series - amzn.to/39c1J0j
Canon EF 24-70mm L Series - amzn.to/39fFK94
**TRIPOD**
Manfrotto 504HD,546BK Video Tripod Kit - amzn.to/3avvjwt
ESDDI DSLR Camera Tripod - amzn.to/31YnprB
**SOUND RECORDER**
Zoom H6 (2020 Version) 6-Track Portable Recorder - amzn.to/2E5XQg0
Tascam DR40X - amzn.to/2MdYgoD
Zoom H1N Sound Recorder - amzn.to/32rs07i
**LOCATION MONITOR**
Atomos Ninja V Monitor/ Recorder - amzn.to/41wOdN0
DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge for you! Thank you for supporting our channel so we can continue to provide you with free content each week!
Copyright © 2023 Samuel Sotiega. All Rights Reserved. Any reproduction or republication of all or part of this video/audio is prohibited.
I have been using the DJI Action 4 for 3 weeks and these are my views on it. Is it an action camera worth your money or a waste? Does it live up to the hype, or is it pure hype and no substance? Let's find out.
▶︎ ▶︎ Many people and businesses are wasting time and money looking for an answer to a specific challenge. If you would like to discuss your project or idea and find a tailor-made solution that will help you find a way forward, you can schedule a 1 hour 1-2-1 consultation session over Zoom here - bit.ly/49ac6P3
▶︎ Download my Smartphone Pro Pack LUTs with over 100 LUTs here bit.ly/3BBkbfV
▶︎ Get my free LUTs here bit.ly/42LpPYZ
▶︎ Equipment featured in this video
DJI Action 4 - amzn.to/3qY2fud
BOYA Wireless Lavalier Microphone BY-M1V3 - amzn.to/3R4Rdhy
All Music in this video is from Epidemic Sound - epidemicsound.com/referral/9l0dzy
For inquiries:
Samuel Sotiega, London, UK.
e: sam@samsotiega.com
w: samsotiega.com
I hope you enjoyed this video, please leave a comment and SUBSCRIBE.
▶ CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro
0:15 - What's Important
1:51 - Is stabilization any good?
4:30 - Is the cage worth it?
5:04 - Magnetic clamp, camera switch made easy
5:25 - Battery life
5:51 - Resolutions and frame rates
6:35 - Underwater features
7:22 - Sharpening adjustments
7:54 - Overheating issues
8:30 - Built-in Microphone
10:04 - Where is the histogram?
10:25 Why can't you flip the screen?
10:56 - Snail Speed USBC port
11:12 - Is it really worth it?
▶︎ Some of the camera gear I use:
**CAMERA**
My camera - Canon M6 MK2 - amzn.to/3KyHw62
My Phone - iPhone 13 Pro Max 1TB - amzn.to/3UBFoz0
DJI Pocket 2 Creators Combo - amzn.to/2O7eYY7
**LENSES**
Canon EF 70-200mm L series - amzn.to/2KFG3zB
Canon EF 16-35mm L Series - amzn.to/39c1J0j
Canon EF 24-70mm L Series - amzn.to/39fFK94
**TRIPOD**
Manfrotto 504HD,546BK Video Tripod Kit - amzn.to/3avvjwt
ESDDI DSLR Camera Tripod - amzn.to/31YnprB
**SOUND RECORDER**
Zoom H6 (2020 Version) 6-Track Portable Recorder - amzn.to/2E5XQg0
Tascam DR40X - amzn.to/2MdYgoD
Zoom H1N Sound Recorder - amzn.to/32rs07i
**LOCATION MONITOR**
Atomos Ninja V Monitor/ Recorder - amzn.to/41wOdN0
DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge for you! Thank you for supporting our channel so we can continue to provide you with free content each week!
Copyright © 2023 Samuel Sotiega. All Rights Reserved. Any reproduction or republication of all or part of this video/audio is prohibited.
