Most notable is the remote control extension rod which can control the Action 2 with simple thumb controls while stabilizing it on a surface with a tripod base or extending for a further away shot. Tripods and remotesĪdditionally, DJI has prepared a variety of tripods for Action 2. While it is much bigger than the Insta360 Go 2, the camera is much more versatile and this is a great way to capture adventures like hiking or exploring a new city. Utilizing a magnetic connection on the bottom of the DJI Action 2, this mount enables you to wear a necklace-like lanyard under your shirt that will grab onto the magnet on the camera. Much like the Insta 360 Go 2 that we checked out earlier this year, one neat attachment is the magnetic lanyard. This might be one of the biggest differentiators as it makes the camera bulkier and harder to use when in the case, and it is a separate accessory. In the more recent generations, GoPro has ditched the need for a waterproof case and now makes the camera itself waterproof. Though if you don’t want the DJI Action 2 camera outside of a waterproof case, you’ll probably not want to use a phone in that situation, either. So you can either set the camera up before you get it in the case or connect to it with the app. While it protects the camera well, and you can see one or two screens through the cover, the only downside is that you cannot use either touch screen with the waterproof case. DJI has a waterproof case for the Action 2 that is big enough to hold both the camera and an attached module and will take the waterproof rating up to 60m. Most notably, the camera is waterproof up to 10 meters, but the modules are not. In addition to the battery and touch screen modules, DJI has prepared a vast collection of attachments for the Action 2 camera. To remove a module, just press in on both of the arms and pull the attachment away. This is the most expensive combo at $519.īoth of these modules attach to the bottom of the DJI Action 2 via a magnetic connection and are held in place with two spring-loaded arms on either side of the module. While it isn’t any larger than the built-in screen on the back of the camera, the touch screen module makes it easy to see your framing when the camera is pointing at you and tweak settings without turning the camera around. For those taking selfies or vlogging with the DJI Action 2, this is a huge advantage.
The dual-screen combo will also extend battery life up to 160 minutes but acts as an additional front-facing touch screen. The battery combo is priced competitively against other action cameras like the GoPro Hero 10 at $399. That takes the record time up to 180 minutes and can quickly be swapped out with another battery module. When purchasing the camera, you can opt for a power combo that includes the battery module. The camera can be used by itself, but it can also be augmented with a variety of attachments. One of the most notable features here is the magnetic modular design of the DJI Action 2. Adding a module does make it bigger, but the DJI Action 2 is still capable by itself. Compared to a GoPro Hero 9, the DJI Action 2 is much smaller. Weighing in a 58g and measuring 39mm by 39mm by 22mm, it’s easy to pack along when used as the camera itself.
Not that a GoPro feels cheap or flimsy, but the machined metal body and weight of the DJI Action 2 make it feel like it’s a step above the GoPros I’m used to. On the back is one large touch screen that makes tweaking settings, framing up shots, and reviewing footage easy. The whole thing feels extremely well built. On the bottom is the expansion port that unlocks the modular capabilities of the DJI Action 2.
It’s easy to find but requires a bit of force so it will be hard to accidentally press, which is a good design consideration for action cameras. Up top is a single physical button that can power on the camera and start recording. On the front is the large f/2.8 lens, along with a sensor for color temperature. At first look, the DJI Action 2 might be reminiscent of the GoPro Session cameras with its square design, but it’s much different.
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