DJI Osmo Pocket 4P Pearl White Review: 5 Key Upgrades

DJI Osmo Pocket 4P Pearl White Launches at $959 AUD

DJI has launched the Osmo Pocket 4P Pearl White Edition, a compact camera priced at $959 AUD for the Standard Combo in Australia. The release moves away from standard matte black and grey plastics by using mica-infused pearlescent pigments and a multi-layer spray coating designed to shift appearance depending on the light.

Dual-Lens Camera Mechanics and Cinema Specifications

The Pearl White Edition retains the dual-lens setup of the standard model. Its primary shooter features a 1-inch CMOS sensor behind a 20mm wide-angle lens with an f/2.0 aperture, capturing 4K resolution at 240 frames per second. The device provides 17 stops of dynamic range and 10-bit D-Log 2 color profiling to record over one billion colors. For tighter framing, a 60mm medium-tele lens offers an f/1.8 aperture and up to 12x zoom with 3x optical capabilities.

Physical Gimbal Stabilization Versus Traditional Action Cameras

Unlike traditional action cameras that rely on electronic stabilization, the Osmo Pocket 4P uses a mechanical gimbal to steady pans, tilts, and tracking shots. ActiveTrack 8.0 software automatically keeps people, pets, and vehicles framed during recording. The 230-gram camera includes a battery that runs for up to 210 minutes and charges to 80 percent in 18 minutes, alongside USB 3.1 transfer speeds reaching 800MB/s.

Venice Film Festival Screenings and Professional Filmmaking Strategy

DJI brought the Osmo Pocket 4P to the Venice Film Festival during the Venice Production Bridge on the Lido, CineD reported. The company hosted the “New Generation, New Cinematic Language” session, screening four short films shot on the camera by Gabriele Mencaroni, Alessandro Tempestini, Liu Yadi, and Zhou Chengzhou. DJI also engaged Isabelle Huppert to star in and creatively direct a short film titled FAMILIARITÉ, and worked with Mikiya Takimoto on another titled Looking for Her, showcasing the device’s utility for specialty shots within arm’s reach of actors.

Venice osmo pocket
Photo: CineD

Frequently Asked Questions About the Osmo Pocket 4P Pearl White

What is the price of the DJI Osmo Pocket 4P Pearl White Edition?

The Standard Combo starts at $959 AUD in Australia. Pricing and availability details for the United States have not been released by DJI.

How does the Pearl White finish differ from standard camera gear?

The casing is crafted with mica-infused pearlescent pigments and a multi-layer spray coating that shifts appearance depending on the lighting and viewing angle, offering a distinct alternative to standard matte black and grey plastic finishes.

What short films were produced to showcase the camera at the Venice Film Festival?

As reported by CineD, DJI screened four works by young filmmakers alongside commissioned shorts including FAMILIARITÉ, starring and creatively directed by Isabelle Huppert, and Looking for Her, directed by Mikiya Takimoto.