If you’ve ever wished your compact video camera could do just a little bit more, DJI might have heard your prayers. The new Osmo Pocket 4P takes everything people loved about the Pocket 4 and throws in a second camera lens — and honestly, the results are turning heads in the videography world.
So what exactly makes the 4P stand out? The headline feature is a built-in 3x telephoto lens that sits alongside the standard wide-angle shooter. For vloggers, travel creators, or anyone who hates the hassle of switching between camera setups, having two focal lengths in one tiny device is genuinely exciting. No extra attachments, no fumbling around mid-shoot — just tap and you’re zoomed in.
Now, the obvious question: does the extra lens justify the added bulk and cost compared to the standard Pocket 4? Early impressions suggest that for most people, the answer is a confident yes. The telephoto lens reportedly delivers sharp, impressive footage, and the overall package remains surprisingly portable given everything packed inside. Whether you’re capturing sweeping landscapes or zooming in on a subject across the room, the 4P seems to handle both tasks with ease.
Of course, DJI isn’t the only player in the dual-lens compact camera game. Insta360 recently entered the ring with its Luna Ultra, a stylish competitor that also sports dual lenses and some eye-catching specs. But here’s where DJI makes a strong move — the Pocket 4P appears to come in at a lower price point while still going toe-to-toe with the Luna Ultra on image quality. For budget-conscious creators who don’t want to compromise on performance, that price difference could be the deciding factor.
That said, the Luna Ultra isn’t going down without a fight. It reportedly holds at least one significant advantage over the Pocket 4P, so if that particular feature matters to you, it’s worth doing your homework before pulling out your wallet.
There is one catch worth mentioning — much like several other recent DJI launches, the Osmo Pocket 4P won’t be available in the United States at launch. That’s a frustrating limitation for American creators who were ready to add this to their kit immediately.
Despite that regional setback, the Pocket 4P is shaping up to be a seriously compelling tool for content creators worldwide. Sometimes, two lenses really are better than one.
