So happy you are the only one to do this comparison!🤙🏼 Gonna keep my Action 2 and just upgrade to screen model. Only use it for quick capture moments while on motorcycle or quick talk on a subject matter. 🤙🏼 I’m not a “pro” so I should just be happy with what I already have. Thanks for your honesty❤️🤙🏼
i bought action 2 2 month ago and i love the modular design of it from the start to till date fully value for money dji should give us update on it. also would like to see this camera mark 2 version in future with new name or as mark 2 tell me what you think ?
Hi😀, the action 2 is awesome and I love the small compact design. Sadly I dont think dji will give us any updates to this camera. I dont think they will make a camera with this form anymore.
Honestly i feel sad have A2, because old camera. I wanted a new version like A5. But, after watching this video, i feel happy because your comparison. It’s good to see the A2 still good enough. Still gonna use this camera. Love this A2 because very very unique. Thanks sir!! 😊
Hi 😀, for me it's important to show that it's not always a need to upgrade. The A2 is a excellent little camera, and it's even good in 2024👍. Thanks for watching 😀
@EspenJohan Is there a heating issue in this camera I have been told that the old one had heating problem and it used to heat up after making videos for 5 minutes. But the new one is a little better, please suggest us...
The action 2's main consumer base are fpv drone pilots, its small and lightweight, perfect for drones. For such a small package it really does have excellent image quality and features for such a compact design
So nice to stumble on your video, this past week has been quite intense in terms of trying to find a small kit that would work for my use case. Sold Pocket3 as after 1 gimbal stuck issue I got paranoid so I sold it. Got the A5 and ZV-1F but now it's looking like I can make do with ZV1-F and A2 for POV cooking shots/recipes/vlog and also use ZV1-F for product showcase and some bokeh for variety. This was very helpful!! I was afraid of A2 overheating issue but getting it with magnetic case.
Because DJI assigned staff member said we will release an Update Mid October priority bitrate or competition Ace pro 2 more or less its marketing, cameras forced to release premature due to compitition
They better get on it because they will get smoked by Insta otherwise. Action 5 has multiple large scale issues that are unacceptable for a supposed pro next gen camera. Bitrate is obviously one of them, it's hilariously low for fast moving complex scenes which an action camera should excel at. Don't know what they were thinking in that regard. Next is the normal colour profile having extreme issues with HDR processing, having weird highlights around certain objects, especially trees. Washed out image, loss of detail in the sky and ground. And then you have the super night mode which is virtually unusable, horrible artifacting and over processed look that make faces look like plastic/wax figures, over sharpened unnatural look... The normal colour profile does ok in low light, but insta's pure video mode is still better which is worrying because it's a previous gen camera. The ace pro 2 is said to have even more improvements in low light, I don't see the action 5 being on par with Insta in low light even with firmware updates. Disappointing launch by DJI, nothing else to say
@@bingbong6127 no work for DJI holiday Oct 1-8 so that was why Mid week, its already completed but yet the want to release it soon Iguess Oct 9th right after Columbus day
Ooooohhh snap!!!! Maaan not gonna lie! That action 2 still looks sooooo good! And sounds good! Funny I like the face and skin tones on the action 2 but the action 5 has a lot better dynamic range.
SKY😀So nice to hear from you again, it's been a while😢. Action 2 surprises positively, I like the small modular design and it still delivers good image quality. You can clearly see that the dynamic range is better on the A5, now I just hope Dji updates the A5. It needs it.
Yo! Two of the gentlemen that I'm subscribed to. I have both the Action 2 and the Action 4. I like the modular design of the Action 2. It wasn’t worth $500 at launch, but for $200, it’s a fun camera to have around. Keep up the good work, guys! 😉👍🏼
I I wanted that comparison, but I doubted anyone would do it. Thank you! I recently bought the Action 2, mostly because of a huge discount where I live, which made it four times cheaper than the Action 5 Pro, and with the Power Combo, even five times cheaper than the Action 5 with the Adventure Combo. The Action 2 has some quirks, but I like its overall design and unique style. I just wish D-Log M with 10-bit was available. D-Cinelike is somewhat tricky to tweak correctly each time.
I've always loved the osmo 2 concept and finally boight one today, can't wait to get it... I've had the first gen and it was already great but I stopped using it and sold it... I grabbed the 128gb power combo for 150€ a complete bargain! It's a Christmas present for myself to record my road and gravel bike rides... Regarding your comparison, I've actually preferred the image from the 2, if it was setup with -0.3EV the image would be even better... Action 5 pro is definitely better and sturdier but I can't justify the price difference for the deal I got...
The Action 2 is a fantastic camera, a small camera that takes up little space. Think it's a nice Christmas present for yourself. You won't be disappointed. Yes, I could adjust it somewhat, but wanted to have the same settings on both. Thanks for watching and Merry Christmas🎅
Love this. Own the Action 2 and still on fence about upgrading. Can you do a low light comparison and ideally mounted on car comparison ? The footage on the Action 2 looked brighter but not sure if because exposure levels were set differently on your video
Hi😀, action 2 is a awesome camera. Well if you upgrade you di get a better camera. In low light action 5 is really good. But yes I can test it mounted on my car.
Are you certain the one on the left is the A5? Most of the videos on UA-cam show it looking different, with the Action 5 appearing brighter compared to its competitors.
I got the A2, A3 and A4 The A2 is actually really unique camera because of the size, weight, really good built in mic and the purposes it can be used for. Has also really good and natural "Normal" picture profile so actually A2 was a really good product overall. DJI went with wider FOV (on the expense of a bit more distortion) with the A2 but that makes it unique for first person view type of footage (biking, skiing, snowboarding, kayaking and etc) The A3 is the most useless purchase ever as it overheats fairly fast and the image quality is barely on par with the A2 (because of all those focusing issues) and low light performance is the same. When the A4 came out, the A3 became completely redundant. Now the A4 has a much better image quality overall, better low light performance and overheats less so the A4 would be finally a complete and proper new product. ( I regret buying the A3 so much :D ) The A5 is even better in terms of reliability (amazing battery life and essentially no overheating) but I think DJI have destroyed their Normal picture profile on the A5 (the A2 is much better). Looks like a very overprocessed phone image with that fake HDR look. D log M and the dynamic range on the A5 should be probably a bit better than the A4 but maybe the differences would be almost unnoticeable.
If we start talking about old cameras, then a comparison with the much older Sony x3000 camera would be more interesting. Especially considering that this camera has so far stabilized video in poor conditions better than others. Moreover, it has a built-in GPS, an external remote control with a screen, and the ability to connect a cheap wired microphone without an additional adapter. It’s a pity that over time they all develop defocusing due to overheating of the lens unit. Аnd you can compare, for example, two old ones and one new one. Same dji 2 or some modular insta cameras
I agree the A2 is still a great camera for what it is but the A5 definitely the better dynamic range and resolution. Probably not going to get the A5 though just tired of the action cam look. for the mast part. I bought a cage for the A2 which you can put a 37 MM black mist which helps with the look.
To be honest..In the Forrest, Action 2 is better in my opinion.Is still sharp enaugh and brighter.Dynamic Range is lacking of course but overall more usable in that dark Forrest scenario.
The action 2 is excellent, and I was suprised that the action 5 was so dark. Yes it has better details. This was full auto only wb was set. Thanks for watching 😀
I like the action 5, but I do agree it's a little dark. But again this was full auto only wb was set. But it should adjust better. Thanks for watching 😀
still have the Action 2 and after your review, I will definitely keep it!
Action 2 is a excellent camera👍
So happy you are the only one to do this comparison!🤙🏼
Gonna keep my Action 2 and just upgrade to screen model.
Only use it for quick capture moments while on motorcycle or quick talk on a subject matter. 🤙🏼
I’m not a “pro” so I should just be happy with what I already have. Thanks for your honesty❤️🤙🏼
The action 2 is a great camera, and good enough for most people. Thanks for watching 😀 and im glad you like it👍
i bought action 2 2 month ago and i love the modular design of it from the start to till date fully value for money dji should give us update on it.
also would like to see this camera mark 2 version in future with new name or as mark 2 tell me what you think ?
Hi😀, the action 2 is awesome and I love the small compact design. Sadly I dont think dji will give us any updates to this camera. I dont think they will make a camera with this form anymore.
that was really helpful, thank you!
Im glad it helped 👍
Honestly i feel sad have A2, because old camera. I wanted a new version like A5.
But, after watching this video, i feel happy because your comparison. It’s good to see the A2 still good enough. Still gonna use this camera. Love this A2 because very very unique. Thanks sir!! 😊
Hi 😀, for me it's important to show that it's not always a need to upgrade. The A2 is a excellent little camera, and it's even good in 2024👍. Thanks for watching 😀
Super comparison video, 100% satisfied 😊
Thank you 😀
@EspenJohan Is there a heating issue in this camera
I have been told that the old one had heating problem and it used to heat up after making videos for 5 minutes. But the new one is a little better,
please suggest us...
@@neerajvlog2100 I never had heating problems with action cameras. Maybe if you record indoors. But I would say no issues with overheating
The action 2's main consumer base are fpv drone pilots, its small and lightweight, perfect for drones. For such a small package it really does have excellent image quality and features for such a compact design
I do agree, its perfect for fpv. But it's still deliver. Thanks for watching 😀
So nice to stumble on your video, this past week has been quite intense in terms of trying to find a small kit that would work for my use case. Sold Pocket3 as after 1 gimbal stuck issue I got paranoid so I sold it. Got the A5 and ZV-1F but now it's looking like I can make do with ZV1-F and A2 for POV cooking shots/recipes/vlog and also use ZV1-F for product showcase and some bokeh for variety. This was very helpful!! I was afraid of A2 overheating issue but getting it with magnetic case.
Hi 😀, the A2 is a great little camera👍
Because DJI assigned staff member said we will release an Update Mid October priority bitrate or competition Ace pro 2 more or less its marketing, cameras forced to release premature due to compitition
Yeah they will update it 👍
They better get on it because they will get smoked by Insta otherwise.
Action 5 has multiple large scale issues that are unacceptable for a supposed pro next gen camera.
Bitrate is obviously one of them, it's hilariously low for fast moving complex scenes which an action camera should excel at. Don't know what they were thinking in that regard.
Next is the normal colour profile having extreme issues with HDR processing, having weird highlights around certain objects, especially trees. Washed out image, loss of detail in the sky and ground.
And then you have the super night mode which is virtually unusable, horrible artifacting and over processed look that make faces look like plastic/wax figures, over sharpened unnatural look...
The normal colour profile does ok in low light, but insta's pure video mode is still better which is worrying because it's a previous gen camera. The ace pro 2 is said to have even more improvements in low light, I don't see the action 5 being on par with Insta in low light even with firmware updates.
Disappointing launch by DJI, nothing else to say
@@bingbong6127 I still belive dji will fix it, I hope 😅. But its fun to see the competition now👍
@@bingbong6127 no work for DJI holiday Oct 1-8 so that was why Mid week, its already completed but yet the want to release it soon Iguess Oct 9th right after Columbus day
@@EspenJohan after the holidays they woll actually the FW is already set to go, just not this week
Ooooohhh snap!!!! Maaan not gonna lie! That action 2 still looks sooooo good! And sounds good! Funny I like the face and skin tones on the action 2 but the action 5 has a lot better dynamic range.
Dude sorry I’ve been mia in the comments! Maaan you are killing it
SKY😀So nice to hear from you again, it's been a while😢. Action 2 surprises positively, I like the small modular design and it still delivers good image quality. You can clearly see that the dynamic range is better on the A5, now I just hope Dji updates the A5. It needs it.
Thanks SKY, I see you have grown too. So fun😀
Yo! Two of the gentlemen that I'm subscribed to. I have both the Action 2 and the Action 4. I like the modular design of the Action 2. It wasn’t worth $500 at launch, but for $200, it’s a fun camera to have around. Keep up the good work, guys! 😉👍🏼
@@AnonyMous40810 thank you😀
I I wanted that comparison, but I doubted anyone would do it. Thank you! I recently bought the Action 2, mostly because of a huge discount where I live, which made it four times cheaper than the Action 5 Pro, and with the Power Combo, even five times cheaper than the Action 5 with the Adventure Combo. The Action 2 has some quirks, but I like its overall design and unique style. I just wish D-Log M with 10-bit was available. D-Cinelike is somewhat tricky to tweak correctly each time.
Action 2 is a great little camera, and it deliver good results 👍. No need to spend more for a little upgrade.
I've always loved the osmo 2 concept and finally boight one today, can't wait to get it...
I've had the first gen and it was already great but I stopped using it and sold it...
I grabbed the 128gb power combo for 150€ a complete bargain! It's a Christmas present for myself to record my road and gravel bike rides...
Regarding your comparison, I've actually preferred the image from the 2, if it was setup with -0.3EV the image would be even better...
Action 5 pro is definitely better and sturdier but I can't justify the price difference for the deal I got...
The Action 2 is a fantastic camera, a small camera that takes up little space. Think it's a nice Christmas present for yourself. You won't be disappointed. Yes, I could adjust it somewhat, but wanted to have the same settings on both. Thanks for watching and Merry Christmas🎅
@@EspenJohan for 150€ its an amazing option, today it's back to 279€ Already got it but my 9 year old son wants me to make an unboxing video :D
@@DiogoReis make a unboxing video, just subscribed to your channel. Make more content👍
@@EspenJohan I can only do it in the beginning of the year, I'll let you know!
As always, very interesting! Thanks!
Thank you 👍😀
Love this. Own the Action 2 and still on fence about upgrading. Can you do a low light comparison and ideally mounted on car comparison ? The footage on the Action 2 looked brighter but not sure if because exposure levels were set differently on your video
Hi😀, action 2 is a awesome camera. Well if you upgrade you di get a better camera. In low light action 5 is really good. But yes I can test it mounted on my car.
Action 2 looks so amazing considering the price point.
I agree👍
I bought action to after selling my pocket 2, and I am happy with my decision... 🤗
Thats a good decision, the A2 is a great camera.
Does action 2 is reliable? I heard easy to overheat and keep turn on and off? Is it correct?
Hi😀, not any problem for my use. If you use it in warm conditions with low airflow it can happen. Or high frame rate with long recording.
@EspenJohan oh great, most probably I want to mount on helmet or pov on rc toys. 😂
Are you certain the one on the left is the A5? Most of the videos on UA-cam show it looking different, with the Action 5 appearing brighter compared to its competitors.
Im sure👍, thanks for watching 😀
I got the A2, A3 and A4
The A2 is actually really unique camera because of the size, weight, really good built in mic and the purposes it can be used for. Has also really good and natural "Normal" picture profile so actually A2 was a really good product overall. DJI went with wider FOV (on the expense of a bit more distortion) with the A2 but that makes it unique for first person view type of footage (biking, skiing, snowboarding, kayaking and etc)
The A3 is the most useless purchase ever as it overheats fairly fast and the image quality is barely on par with the A2 (because of all those focusing issues) and low light performance is the same.
When the A4 came out, the A3 became completely redundant.
Now the A4 has a much better image quality overall, better low light performance and overheats less so the A4 would be finally a complete and proper new product.
( I regret buying the A3 so much :D )
The A5 is even better in terms of reliability (amazing battery life and essentially no overheating) but I think DJI have destroyed their Normal picture profile on the A5 (the A2 is much better).
Looks like a very overprocessed phone image with that fake HDR look.
D log M and the dynamic range on the A5 should be probably a bit better than the A4 but maybe the differences would be almost unnoticeable.
Hi Mike, well that was a good summary and I agree with you. I do hope and think Dji will fix some of the issues with the A5. Thanks for watching 😀
Low light test?
Yeah I could do that, but A5 is better in low light.
If we start talking about old cameras, then a comparison with the much older Sony x3000 camera would be more interesting. Especially considering that this camera has so far stabilized video in poor conditions better than others. Moreover, it has a built-in GPS, an external remote control with a screen, and the ability to connect a cheap wired microphone without an additional adapter. It’s a pity that over time they all develop defocusing due to overheating of the lens unit. Аnd you can compare, for example, two old ones and one new one. Same dji 2 or some modular insta cameras
I have the x3000, so that would be a cool comparison👍
Hi there what is the camera like on the action 5 compared to the action 4 is there much of a difference in quality in raw?.
Not much at all, in low light the A5 is better. But I do think dji will fix some issues with a update👍
Thanks would it be possible to put a raw sample up so I could check it out?.
@@Thewalkingphotographer1979 maybe I could fo that.
@@EspenJohan brilliant would be a great help !.
I agree the A2 is still a great camera for what it is but the A5 definitely the better dynamic range and resolution. Probably not going to get the A5 though just tired of the action cam look. for the mast part. I bought a cage for the A2 which you can put a 37 MM black mist which helps with the look.
A5 is a good camera, but dji need to fix it. Issues with to much sharpness in low light and some other stuff. A2 is a great little camera.
Seen many videos of the action 5 in low light and normal light....this video looks a lot darker than anything I've seen before?
Yeah I do agree, the settings was the same on both.
Incredible results, wasn't expecting this from Action 5, its look like not a pro, at least for now unless they fix it with firmware update..
It needs updates, dji will fix it👍
@@EspenJohan hopefully, actually this time DJI gone too much wrong with Action 5 pro edition, even compared to Action 2 in your videos.
Not gonna lie the action 2 is a all we need
It's good👍
To be honest..In the Forrest, Action 2 is better in my opinion.Is still sharp enaugh and brighter.Dynamic Range is lacking of course but overall more usable in that dark Forrest scenario.
The action 2 is excellent, and I was suprised that the action 5 was so dark. Yes it has better details. This was full auto only wb was set. Thanks for watching 😀
@@EspenJohan is the wb you set ? it is not auto wb ?.. what happen if you leave the wb as auto ?
@@tommyli8726 that could be better, im gonna test that 👍
What iam seeing is action 2 good still good in many ways😅 except for stabilization
Action 2 is a excellent camera 👍, thanks for watching 😀
action 2 looks amazing only too bright :D IMO about ev -1
Yeah it look good 👍
Action 2 looks as good as the 5.
It's good 👍
this is why I don't like the action 5. it looks dark and it makes the video looks like an OLD film.
I like the action 5, but I do agree it's a little dark. But again this was full auto only wb was set. But it should adjust better. Thanks for watching 😀
@@EspenJohan what is the setting to make it looks at least bright like the action 2 ?