Well, so much for DJI's big reveal. The DJI Pocket 4 has been leaked from every possible angle -- authorized dealer listings, packaging photos, spec sheets, the whole lot. At this point we know more about this camera than some products that have already shipped. And honestly? We are kind of thrilled about what we are seeing.
What We Know So Far
The Pocket 4 is set to launch on April 20, 2026, and it looks like DJI took every piece of feedback from the Pocket 3 and actually listened. The camera retains the beloved 1-inch CMOS sensor but adds some seriously impressive upgrades across the board.
Here is the highlight reel. The Pocket 4 shoots 4K at 120fps in 10-bit D-Log M, which alone makes it a legitimate B-cam option for a lot of productions. There are whispers of 6K recording capability as well, which would put this tiny device in territory that dedicated cinema cameras occupied just a few years ago. You are also getting 14 stops of dynamic range and 2x lossless zoom, which is frankly bonkers for something that fits in your jacket pocket.
The Physical Redesign Matters
Perhaps the most underrated upgrade is the form factor. DJI has apparently shaved the weight down by about 35 percent, bringing it from 179 grams to roughly 116 grams. That is a massive reduction for a device you are often holding at arm's length or mounting on a hat clip for hours at a time. They have added a physical joystick for gimbal control (finally), a larger 2-inch rotatable OLED touchscreen, and a built-in LED light. The battery has also been bumped to 1545 mAh, which DJI claims delivers around 200 minutes of recording. Even if real-world usage cuts that in half, that is still a substantial improvement.
One spec that jumped out to us is the 107 GB of built-in storage with 800 MB/s transfer speeds. No more fumbling with microSD cards on set. For run-and-gun creators who just want to grab the Pocket and go, this removes one more friction point.
Who Is This For?
If you are a solo content creator, vlogger, or documentary shooter who needs a reliable pocket-sized stabilized camera, this is shaping up to be the obvious choice. The Active Track 7.0 system is designed to handle complex subject tracking during rapid movement, which makes it particularly interesting for anyone shooting travel content, behind-the-scenes footage, or social media reels.
The pricing is expected to land between $499 and $599 for the base model, with a Creator Combo (which bundles the DJI Mic 2) ranging from $649 to $749. That Creator Combo is going to be the sweet spot for most people, since audio is still the biggest weakness of any built-in camera mic.
Our Take
DJI has been on an absolute tear lately. Between the Avata 360 we covered last week and now the Pocket 4, they are clearly not slowing down. The Pocket 3 was already one of our most-recommended cameras for creators who needed something compact and capable, and the Pocket 4 looks like it addresses nearly every shortcoming.
The one thing we are watching closely is heat management. More processing power in a smaller, lighter body means thermals could be an issue during extended 4K/120 recording. DJI has not said much about this yet, and it is often the thing that separates a great spec sheet from a great real-world experience.
We will have a full hands-on review as soon as units start shipping. In the meantime, if you were planning to buy a Pocket 3, you might want to hold off for a couple of weeks.
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