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Leaked photographs of what appears to be the DJI Osmo Pocket 4 have surfaced, and prototype units have a similar design with some noticeable differences from the Pocket 3.
Early looks indicate two camera lenses, however the Pocket 3 only has one. A larger primary sensor sits alongside what appears to be a telephoto unit, similar to the configuration found on DJI’s higher-end drones. This pair can shoot from wide angles to close-ups without having to swap accessories. Depth data from the twin arrangement will be fed into tracking features, allowing the gimbal to lock onto subjects more precisely during walks or pans.
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The recent release of OmniVision’s OV50R40 sensor adds fuel to the rumors. This 50-megapixel chip, measuring 1/1.3 inches, is powerful enough to handle 8K footage and a single exposure of up to 110 decibels. Rumors suggest it will be used as a secondary lens on the Pocket 4, while a 1-inch primary sensor (about 12 megapixels) could provide Hasselblad-tuned colors.
The screens will also be enhanced, with panels on both sides of the body. The core 2.5-inch OLED will have over 800 nits of brightness for sunlight visibility, while the front panel will aid with selfie framing and monitoring emotions during interviews. Internal storage may be quadrupled or more than the Pocket 3’s capacity, allowing you to shoot longer without having to offload. Audio will also be improved with microphones adjusted for clearer speech in noisy areas.
Video specifications go much farther, with 4K at 240fps for slow motion, as well as 10-bit color and HDR to maintain highlights as well as shadows. ActiveTrack 7.0 with twin lenses can track erratic motion past obstructions, ideal for event or wildlife film. All of this in a body that is only 190 grams heavier than its predecessor.
Timing is unknown, but given that DJI released the Pocket 2 and 3 three years apart and the latter in late 2023, late 2026 appears to be a safe prediction. According to sources, the base kit would cost $599-$699, which is slightly higher than the Pocket 3’s $519 launch pricing.
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