DJI Osmo Pocket 4 It was officially launched on April 16, and features a one-inch sensor and high-standard video recording capabilities. Unexpectedly, news of a more advanced version has leaked just after it was launched. DJI The official website accidentally exposed “Osmo Pocket 4P“The name makes the dual-lens design that was originally just a rumor instantly more credible. Judging from the current information, this new phone will not only add telephoto shooting capabilities, but may also change the use and positioning of pocket cameras, which has also made many new users hesitate whether they should wait.
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Can’t get enough of DJI Osmo Pocket 4? Official trailer Osmo Pocket 4P is coming soon, equipped with 3x telephoto + wide-angle dual lenses
DJI officially launched the new generation of pocket camera DJI Osmo Pocket 4 on the evening of yesterday (16th). It can be said that it continues the success of the previous generation and further enhances the image specifications. One of the biggest highlights of this generation is its 1-inch CMOS sensor, with up to 4K 240fps recording capabilities, and 10bit D-Log color mode. The whole thing is close to professional creative levels.
In addition, the built-in 107GB storage space is also very convenient, which is very convenient for users who do not want to bring an additional memory card, especially for Vlog shooting or travel records, the process of direct shooting and direct editing becomes smoother.
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However, what is surprising is that not long after this new machine was launched, DJI’s official simplified Chinese website was found to have a new name “Osmo Pocket 4P”. This detail also made the original rumors about the dual-lens version suddenly become traceable.
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According to official pre-heating information released on the official website and social media, DJI Osmo Pocket 4P will be a pocket gimbal camera featuring a dual-lens system and is expected to be launched in mid-2026. Judging from the description, it is not just a simple upgrade, but a new positioning product for advanced creators.
The core change is the lens configuration. Osmo Pocket 4P will continue the wide-angle main lens with a one-inch sensor, and add a 3x optical telephoto lens with an equivalent focal length of about 60mm. This change seems simple, but in fact it will bring a very significant improvement to the shooting experience.
In the past, the Osmo Pocket series often had to rely on digital zoom when shooting long shots or portraits, resulting in inevitable loss of image quality. But if you add optical telephoto, you can achieve a more natural long-distance composition, and you can also shoot a more layered portrait compression effect.
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To put it simply, it is an evolution from “capable of taking pictures” to “better taking pictures”. The significance of dual lenses is not just to have one more lens, but to make the overall shooting more flexible. Situations such as the following will become more useful:
The first is travel photography. When you stand on an observation deck and want to take pictures of distant scenery, the telephoto lens can directly zoom in and preserve the details without cropping. Next is portrait shooting. The focal length of about 60mm is actually very suitable for shooting people. The proportions of the face are more natural, the background will have a more obvious sense of compression, and the overall picture quality will be improved a lot.
Finally, for street photography or documentary photography, sometimes it is not convenient to get too close. Using a telephoto lens can capture the scene while maintaining a distance. This is actually very important for creators.
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From the perspective of product positioning, Osmo Pocket 4 and Osmo Pocket 4P are actually deliberately differentiated. Pocket 4 is mainly targeted at general users and Vlog creators, emphasizing portability, convenience and high image quality. The Osmo Pocket 4P is clearly aimed at advanced players and image creators, providing a more complete focal length and creative space.
This product strategy is actually very similar to the difference between the standard version and the Pro version in the mobile phone market. Generally, the basic version is enough for users, but if you have higher requirements for images, you will naturally upgrade to the advanced version.
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Conclusion
Judging from the information exposed so far, DJI is clearly redefining what is possible with pocket cameras. Osmo Pocket 4 has pushed image quality and performance to a new level, and the upcoming Osmo Pocket 4P will further increase the focal length and creative flexibility, making this type of product no longer just a Vlog tool, but closer to professional photography equipment.
Of course, the choice has also become more difficult for consumers. If you just take daily photos and travel records, Osmo Pocket 4 is enough. But if you are pursuing more picture changes and creative space, then you may want to wait and see the official release of Pocket 4P. What is certain is that the evolution of pocket cameras has just begun.
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Source: KOCPC Chinese