DJI Action 5 Provs OM-D E-M10 IVvs OM System TG-7
DJI
DJI Action 5 Pro (2024)
From £349
Best for Adventure, outdoor sports & action
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OM System
OM System TG-7 (2023)
From £449
Best for Adventure, underwater & outdoor use
View OM System TG-7
Which should you buy?
Adventure, Outdoor Sports & Action — DJI Action 5 Pro (2024): DJI's best action camera — 4K/120p from a large 1/1.3" sensor, 20m waterproofing without a housing, and the best EIS stabilisation in any action camera.
Travel & Everyday — OM-D E-M10 IV (2020): Compact Micro Four Thirds body with built-in IBIS — ideal for travellers who want stability without bulk.
Adventure, Underwater & Outdoor Use — OM System TG-7 (2023): Waterproof to 15m, freezeproof and shockproof — the TG-7 is the most capable rugged compact for adventure and outdoor use.
Who should buy what
DJI Action 5 Pro (2024)
- You shoot adventure sports, cycling, skiing, surfing, or travel
- You want the best stabilisation and video quality in a wearable action cam
- You need long battery life for extended outdoor use without recharging
OM-D E-M10 IV (2020)
- You're new to mirrorless and want a small, uncomplicated first camera to learn on
- You want excellent in-body stabilisation to steady handheld video and shake-prone shooting
- You're drawn to the Micro Four Thirds ecosystem and want to start at the entry level
OM System TG-7 (2023)
- You dive, surf, kayak, ski, or hike and need a camera that genuinely survives anything
- You want a waterproof backup or travel camera that doesn't require a separate housing
- You need a rugged compact for adventure, outdoor, and underwater activities
Quick take: The dji action 5 pro has the highest resolution at 50mp; the dji action 5 pro is the most affordable; only the dji action 5 pro, om system tg-7 are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | DJI Action 5 Pro (2024) | OM-D E-M10 IV (2020) | OM System TG-7 (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £349 | £469 | £449 |
| Sensor | 1/1.3" CMOS | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 12MP BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 50.0MP | 20.3MP | 12.0MP |
| Video | 4K/120p, 4K/60p HDR, 1080p/240p | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Subject tracking AF | Phase-detect + contrast detect, 121 points | Hybrid phase/contrast AF |
| Stabilisation | RockSteady 3.0 EIS + HorizonSteady | 5-axis IBIS, 4.5 stops | Digital IS |
| Burst Rate | 20fps | 15fps | 20fps |
| Battery Life | 160 mins video | ~360 shots (CIPA) | 340 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 145g | 383g body only | 253g |
| Dimensions | 70.5 × 44.2 × 32.8mm | 121.4 × 83.6 × 49.0mm | 113.0 × 66.5 × 32.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.46× magnification | None |
| Screen | 2.5" front + 1.4" rear touchscreen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen | 3.0" fixed TFT LCD |
| Mount | Fixed 12mm-equiv f/2.8 ultra-wide lens | Micro Four Thirds | Fixed 25mm-equiv f/2.0 lens (4× optical zoom) |
| Memory Cards | Single microSD | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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