The Osmo Action 3 has the same problem as the Pixel 7 pro selfie camera. They are fixed focal lengths, thus, to achieve infinity focus, they had to calibrate it at the manufacturing stage. But there's a minimum focus distance. Below 50-70cm you won't have optimal focus. No firmware update can fix this, this is a hardware design of the lens. If they do increase sharpness to "cheat" it's at the detriment of further objects, will be oversharpened.
Hmmmm still looks kinda soft in the foreground and sharper in the background. 2:26, the bushes on the right are in perfect focus, even the leaves in the background are sharp and clear. Your hat, face and hair though are very soft looking. I think a side by side with the Hero 11 would have been a good test, but yeah, still looks soft. Actually, looking at the bottom of your jacket, the zipper itself looks fine and in focus, but as you pan up and look at the zipper above your sling back, that's soft and out of focus. So maybe it's not a dept thing as much as a "Center of image" focus? Almost like a round shaped blur in the middle of the lens, slight, but noticeable. 5:10 after the firmware update, things do look a lot sharper. Your woolen hat for instance, you can make out the knit a lot better. 5:25 you can make out the teeth of the zipper above your sling bag, so that is a noticeable improvement.
I've spent the last month watching endless videos of the DJI Action 3. I want to love it because of the clever design, accessories and no signs of overheating but between the focus issue, poor dynamic range, poor exposure shifts and terrible compression artifacts during actual action (ie. running, biking, even walking in the woods around trees and branches etc.) I decided to sit this one out. It looks great when you're just standing still or casually walking but any type of action the image falls apart too much for me.
Looks pretty good. I love the fact that DJI in general goes the distance when it comes to addressing concerns and issues. This is the same with the DJI Mini 3 Pro signal issues. After the firmware update everything works much better. Consistent performance improvements as well.
Purchased the Osmo Action 3 at Xmas time, 2023. Haven’t noticed a “focus” problem. Video quality is beautiful. My only complaint … the AI editor won’t work. I keep getting a “network error” message …. Any way to fix this problem …..
Glad I made the decision to get the Action 3. I don't regret the purchase even if it had some kinks at the beginning. I'm pretty confident in DJI's ability to fix issues post-release.
I think it is better. I have this camera and really like it. Works every time you take it out without freezing. Thanks for the video as always. Believe it or not I use and shoot with the Action 2 and have found many uses for that camera as well. It just got a very bad release due to the over heating issue. Would love to see those two side by side.
I have GoPro 10 at first I was happy and for the last 6 months it just makes me angrier and angrier every day… I think if gopro will carry on the path they are on now, they gonna go busted. The price range is stupid too. You can buy action 3 and external mic frontiers price of GoPro 11. I will crash my GoPro will get a new one, I will sell it and will buy an action sono 3 😂 well that’s my plan
@@xxsilver_gamingxx389 that’s a good question to which I have no answer but I would say if you want GoPro go for 12 or action 4. I’m using action 3 at the moment and I couldn’t be happier
I honestly did not notice any soft focus issues as I don't use Action3 footage professionally. After the firmware update man was I wrong! The difference is very noticeable, definitely better the last updates. Good job DJI on this one. Footage looks far better now!
Had considered the DJI O A 3 some weeks ago until I started seeing the reviews with the focus problems. Yours aleviated my fears about the problem not being fixed and I've oredered one. Thanks for the reviews and update!
Hmmm... After update you're holding the camera much further than the before update shots. Then at the end when you do hold it a bit closer it still doesn't look tack sharp though it does look a little bit better. I still don't know what to think of this I really want to get it but don't want an out of focus shot.
Physical problems can't be fixed with new firmware. The firmware masks the problem but doesn't remove it. Buying an A3 at the moment (March 2022) is still a gamble. I would be extremely cautious.
It looks sharp as long as there isn't much movement. When there is movement, it seems to be softer during the movement but sharpen right back up when the movement stops. I have tried three different Action 3 cameras and they all had the same soft/sharp effect during movement. I compared my Action 2 to the Action 3 side by side in editing software and, although the firmware has sharpened the image, it still is not as sharp as my Action 2 when both were in 4k/30 mode.
Great detailed video. Appears to be better yet still soft. I may be biased because I'm m on my 4th Osmo Action 3 replacement and still feel it is not right. It would be awesome if you can take a snapshot of the back of the box from 12" away in standard (Dewarp) mode and share. I have compared the same shot to a GoPro Hero 5. The Hero 5 is way sharper than the Action 3. Currently going back and forth with DJI and now they told me the soft image/focus is "This phenomenon is normal. Replacement will not solve it. This camera is NOT designed for close-up photography at all. Any further repair/replacement regarding the "close-up focus issue" should not be honored, since it's NOT a product defect. Funny thing is, 12"/.3m/3cm is their min camera to subject distance that should be in focus!! Love the camera but am losing faith.
"This camera is NOT designed for close-up photography at all" Indeed. Apparently they can't design a fixed focus system that keeps the nearby and distant objects all in good focus at the same time. So this camera is really not good for vlogging, but may be okay for action footage.
Good video. Thanks. Image quality is Day and Night different. I have researched this camera extensively. Issue was with hardware. New units have this issue fixed. Some great additional enhancements in the firmware. Invisible selfie stick on snow. Lower price. RELIABLE. Hero 11 is defeated, in my opinion.
Significant difference/improvement in focus/clarity with the update, but I also heard in other YT videos that DJI's first batch of the Action 3 had this problem and that subsequent batches do NOT have this problem. So, I'm wondering if DJI did any additional tweaks, other than the user-available update(s), to fix this and/or other related problems that would warrant returning your unit for one from a newer batch?
Jumped ship to Osmo 3. Sick and tired of issues with gp10, and their customer support is absolutely terrible. Hey lets release gp11 before 7 to 10 are fixed. Never buy a gp again.
it's better but still seems out of focus, there are some good videos discussing the issue this guy demo'd putting glasses in front of the action 3 and the sharpness improves! haha ua-cam.com/video/DVD3JyttuG4/v-deo.html some users have suggested that the newer production batch cameras no longer have the focus problem. Mine is a December 2022 batch and it's out of focus. Here's one from November 2022 and also out of focus: ua-cam.com/video/GMGm6en-Nag/v-deo.html
Im actually DONE with GoPro I did a diving and the battery died FAST even the new imroved it's not made for extrem temperatures... mostly during skiing I had to bring 3 spare battery because the cold would kill my battery , Up to diving and skiing and hiking ... I will get me an Osmo 3 now.... I have ALL accesories and ND filters and Build up cages and light for Gopro its all going to the garbage
After getting the run around from customer support and them refusing to acknowledge the problem, I returned it to Amazon and got a refund. I won't be buying any DJI products again for a while.
Firmware or not, in my case, it was a lens adjustment issue. I have 3 of them and I did return all 3 for repair and one of them 3 times. All are now OK and beats all other brands. The codec is better in this cam and Insta360 dans gopro. I shoot long time video and the splitted files are joined without any sync problem as for Insta360. Don't ever buy Gopro if you plan to record for a long time (more than 10 mins) because there is ramdon 0 to 2 frames overlap between files which is a pain in the neck in post. Also Gopro file naming convention is not convenient for multiple session recording. Cheers
The focus seems to be good. However, it's blowing out the clouds and puts you in the shadows. The new firmware did improve the overall image quality, though. Thank you for the review. Happy New Year Martin and Suzi!!
I watched on an iPad. After the update it looks quite oversharpened. Look at the artifacts in the trees behind the garbage containers at 03:26 when you are sitting on the bench. DJI should allow lowering the sharpening. The usability of this camera appears great in the field to change settings quickly, but I suspect the GoPro image quality is one step above
I've seen various videos about this issue, and what I can notice is that they just made de image sharper; which is not the same. I was about to buy one, since they are on sale; but with this problem, it is useless.
Mine was produced 12/2022 and still same issue. After upgrading firmware only my eyes were a bit focused, not my face. So I returned 3 days later since I got it
The later batch are also having focus issue. My unit is manufacture date: 2022/11 Nov batch with latest firmware. Still having focus problem. I did a comparison between my Pocket 2. Clearly out of focus. I had upload the photos and video to google drive. Also contacted my local DJI Service center. They advised me to send back to them today. So, I will send out tomorrow.
In my opinion, even the original Action 1 is far better than GoPro. Sure it might not have been up to par on dynamic range or quality, but it's hardly a pain point compared to all the freezing issues, etc, that GP is known for. Now with Action 3, I'm loving it.
It's good to see DJI have released much better batch of cameras with no focus issues, DJI rocksteady plus crops a lot of image but definitely has the best stabilisation, the latest firmware update has changed the game, DJI OA3 seems to perform much better in colder conditions compared to hero 11 black.
Imo there's a second issue that almost needs critical fixing as much as the focus and that's the blown out highlights especially when it comes to the sky. You barely ever see clouds unless you point straight at them. But it seems to be a general dji things since my dji pocket 2 is the same, just as the action 2. That's the one reason why I got a Gopro 11 after all instead. Colors, brightness exposure and such are just way better and more natural. The footage can be used straight out of camera. I can't say the same about the Pocket 2 especially when it comes to skin tones which look straight up terrible, especially in artifical lighting situations
Yeah, I have to agree. The color and range is SOOOO much better on GP. In fact, GP is 1000 x better except for the freeze and liquify issues. Damn, I wish they would fix them. I just bought the Action 3 and am completely underwhelmed.
Hmm i think it may be somewhat better, but the image quality in the shade is awful, also the highlights are always blown. I'm so disappointed. I bought the Action 3 yesterday as a replacement to my GP10 which is a terrible camera for freezing issues. However, I am totally underwhelmed by the bad image quality on the A3. So sad they don't have a sharpen adjustment feature, as the foreground still looks soft to me when I run a clip beside my GP8 even. I have Nov '22 version and have doe the update. Still ordinary at best.
How do we know if what is available in a store is from "the new batch"? Thank you! Btw, you are an awesome reviewer. Actually using the camera you are reviewing for every frame of your review. Most YTbers don't.
At the bottom of the box there is a Y/M number, this is the production date. Mine says 2023/2. The focus seems ok, but struggles with sudden movements of the camera - like sharp bumps in the road when motovlogging.
Better - but still not as good as a GoPro - I can see vloggers with a two camera setup using the GoPro for front facing shots and the DJI for POV shots. In fact, that is the setup I might adopt for my upcoming biking tour travel videos.
GoPro are now in trouble....😁I have also the Action 3 and I really love it and we can see now the sharpness of footage.. and thank you for a great review😊😊😊😊
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You shoot it on 4k30 but on UA-cam nerd statistics show 24 frames. The video looks like in 15fps
I've been using a GoPro Hero 8 and I bought an Osmo Action 3 to replace it. Holy crap, it is worse in every way compared to the Hero 8, and the Hero 8 is 4 years older than the Action 3, even after the update. I'm truly baffled that DJI shipped a product with known hardware flaws. I returned it the day I opened the box. You can get a Hero 11 for not much more than the street price of an Action 3, and I am glad I'm going back to GoPro. I'm surprised that people even consider these as the same tier of cameras.
After 3 cameras returned I finally got a camera that worked with camera no 4 😂 , yours is much improved after the update which what we all wanted 👍 the battery is really much better than my GoPro 10 which kept telling my battery was low at 95% when used in cold conditions the other day 😂. I’m glad you gave dji another go 📷👍
Looks much better, especially after updating firmware. The ultra wide looks great with steady+ on. I am a big fan of dji, and I am still using Action 1 after returning my action 3. I think Dji can do much better with image quality, and this is why I will wait for the next action 4, which I am sure will be a much improved action cam. For now, this new one has looked much better than your first one, but I am sure Dji can do much better.
Absolutely agree with you. I returned Action 3 48hours since I got it. Big problem focusing face, after updating firmware only my eyes were on focus, not my face
I got it from Amazon today. After eight months of release. Amazon still sent me batch 9/2022. I asked dji support he said the problem is fixed with firmware. I should return it. or test it first.
@@Gemini_Connecti returned to amz. And order second from online bestbuy I got 9/22 again. Why they have only this batch. And I can’t find it in physical store. I try to search to find out this issue is from HW or SW. and DJI support told me focus issue have resolved just update firmware. I tested it. It’s seem look good but if zoom still little bit soft at my face. What do you think? it’s normal or faulty?
Hi, can you please try to shoot the video in osmo action 3, night view, and upload it? I have gone through so many youtube videos but i am not satisfied. Because still users are complaining about autofocus and night moto vlogs.
I just purchased the DJI Action 3 and it is a used open box, didn’t the firmware fix the focus issues or was it when the camera was made? How can I tell other than how well it focuses?
I definitely think IQ has improved. More detail. Fine details may look a little crunchy. IDK. I’m curious about the long term stability of your HERO11. The lack of reliability of your previous GoPros was one reason you originally expressed a preference for the DJI. Has reliability been an issue with the 11?
Rocksteady and rocksteady plus, it seems it has a little bit of difference. I wish dji include a vertical stabilizer. With rocksteady+ the up and down movement while running still very obvious. About the focus it seems like older gopro model. Its still not sharp or just like iphone 5 or 6 video.
The focus looks better, but still not as good as the Hero 11. Thanks for testing a newer version of the Action 3 out. I think I will pass on the Action 3 and wait for the Action 4, which could arrived about nine months from now. Great video, and thanks for sharing.
I really want to know can the camera zoom while recording & is it a 4x zoom? I use a dji pocket 2 & like the zoom feature but am thinking i may want to get an action 3 if its able to zoom while recording.
I’m watching on an iPad and comparing the close ups at the beginning and the end it seems that sharpening has been increased; certainly not seeing any improvement in near focus but if this is a fixed focus lens it would be impossible to change the focus without physically adjusting the lens.
Just bought my DJI Action3. I'm noticing a bit less in quality than my GoPro 10 using the same settings. Wondering if you shoot in the PRO mode or leave it off?
I love their drones so I knew they would do a great job on the action three. I never buy a product when it’s the latest greatest. Just like Apple Watches , phones. Let the bugs get fixed.
I need to correct my post from 3 weeks ago. DJI Osmo Action 3 usability features are great; mount, menus, Mimo App, both H264 and H265 compression, and units DO exist which have great image quality. HOWEVER, a hardware manufacturing issue which sets the fixed lens at the incorrect distance from the sensor will not be resolved by firmware. Units with focus issues were still being manufactured in November 2022. I have tested TWO of these THIS WEEK (today is Feb 2nd 2023) and they both have focusing issues AFTER latest firmware was updated. Even now, if you buy a DJI Osmo Action 3, you may get a "bad" unit. Most disappointing that DJI have not made a recall, had quality control which was ineffective at best, and were still shipping faulty units well after the issue was highlighted across the WWW. Amjad is right to expect DJI to do much better. DJI may "act on some issues" but I can't see they have acted to address the BIG issue.
Ab 03:15 wird der Arm einfach mal 50cm weiter Ausgestreckt und siehe da alle ''Probleme'' sind verschwunden 😂😂😂 Offensichtlich haben viele Menschen keine Ahnung von dem, was sie da in der Hand halten oder von anderen unwissenden weiterverbreiten! Die Kamera hatte nie Fokusprobleme, kann auch nicht, da diese Action Cams einen Festen Fokus haben mit einer Naheinstellungsgrenze ab etwa 30cm!!! Mit dem letzten Update wurde lediglich der Schärfe Algorithmus verbessert mehr nicht.l🤦
Can you post the exact manufacture date from the box? [Its on the Serial Number part of the box - I know she mentions Nov/Dec 22] Also did this come as part of the Adventure Combo or Camera alone? TY !
Hi, i have got dji action 3 camera about one month ago and i didn't register at that day just for see working or not and... unfortunately now i start for register at mimo app but doesn't connection and screen has locked and doesn't process for register or any thing to do anyone knows what can i do now . Thanks
Your new camera e really good, I always look at background that is that is most important. My new camera is from November and do look good, but doesn't have good daylight to test it on.
Did you purchase this directly from dji ? Is that the best option ? I've heard of people still getting older batch cameras from Amazon so I'm hesitant on buying just yet.
Hey Suzy, do you recommend this camera for light vlogging duty for family vacations? I had a gopro hero 8 before and it was a little cumbersome so I sold it. I don't think i'll be doing anything extreme with it, or doing mics or anything, just a selfie stick and the camera.
Do you think I could use this camera to record over my desk for iPad demonstration videos? or would you recommend a different camera? Thanks for all of the awesome work you do.
Focus looks good can read Patagonia on your jacket. My 4th replacement camera manufactured November 22 is giving me much better results than previous camera's 👍
definitely better after firmware update.
Definitely better after firmware update, looks ok to me but I only use for personal use
Very good footage! I'm convinced it's the best choice for a cinematic action camera.
I think it looks great! plus with the price being cheaper. may not be as good picture as GP 11 but more reliable.
Firmware update made it look a lot sharper. It looks good now.
The Osmo Action 3 has the same problem as the Pixel 7 pro selfie camera. They are fixed focal lengths, thus, to achieve infinity focus, they had to calibrate it at the manufacturing stage.
But there's a minimum focus distance. Below 50-70cm you won't have optimal focus. No firmware update can fix this, this is a hardware design of the lens. If they do increase sharpness to "cheat" it's at the detriment of further objects, will be oversharpened.
Hmmmm still looks kinda soft in the foreground and sharper in the background. 2:26, the bushes on the right are in perfect focus, even the leaves in the background are sharp and clear. Your hat, face and hair though are very soft looking. I think a side by side with the Hero 11 would have been a good test, but yeah, still looks soft. Actually, looking at the bottom of your jacket, the zipper itself looks fine and in focus, but as you pan up and look at the zipper above your sling back, that's soft and out of focus. So maybe it's not a dept thing as much as a "Center of image" focus? Almost like a round shaped blur in the middle of the lens, slight, but noticeable. 5:10 after the firmware update, things do look a lot sharper. Your woolen hat for instance, you can make out the knit a lot better. 5:25 you can make out the teeth of the zipper above your sling bag, so that is a noticeable improvement.
It’s better but the background still looks more in focus than you are
Just got mine. Looks like it works fine.
I've spent the last month watching endless videos of the DJI Action 3. I want to love it because of the clever design, accessories and no signs of overheating but between the focus issue, poor dynamic range, poor exposure shifts and terrible compression artifacts during actual action (ie. running, biking, even walking in the woods around trees and branches etc.) I decided to sit this one out. It looks great when you're just standing still or casually walking but any type of action the image falls apart too much for me.
Looks pretty good. I love the fact that DJI in general goes the distance when it comes to addressing concerns and issues. This is the same with the DJI Mini 3 Pro signal issues. After the firmware update everything works much better. Consistent performance improvements as well.
Purchased the Osmo Action 3 at Xmas time, 2023. Haven’t noticed a “focus” problem. Video quality is beautiful. My only complaint … the AI editor won’t work. I keep getting a “network error” message …. Any way to fix this problem …..
Glad I made the decision to get the Action 3. I don't regret the purchase even if it had some kinks at the beginning. I'm pretty confident in DJI's ability to fix issues post-release.
I think it is better. I have this camera and really like it. Works every time you take it out without freezing. Thanks for the video as always. Believe it or not I use and shoot with the Action 2 and have found many uses for that camera as well. It just got a very bad release due to the over heating issue. Would love to see those two side by side.
Totally impressive! It's good how DJI actually acts on the issues.
I have GoPro 10 at first I was happy and for the last 6 months it just makes me angrier and angrier every day… I think if gopro will carry on the path they are on now, they gonna go busted. The price range is stupid too. You can buy action 3 and external mic frontiers price of GoPro 11. I will crash my GoPro will get a new one, I will sell it and will buy an action sono 3 😂 well that’s my plan
@@furistasTedisupdate ?
@@xxsilver_gamingxx389 nothing helps even GoPro doesn’t know what to do
@@furistasTedis should I get the dji action 3 over the hero 11 ?
@@xxsilver_gamingxx389 that’s a good question to which I have no answer but I would say if you want GoPro go for 12 or action 4. I’m using action 3 at the moment and I couldn’t be happier
Unfortunately, it is a hardware issue (lens sensor distance is not correct). And it can't be fixed with software updates!
I honestly did not notice any soft focus issues as I don't use Action3 footage professionally. After the firmware update man was I wrong! The difference is very noticeable, definitely better the last updates. Good job DJI on this one. Footage looks far better now!
Had considered the DJI O A 3 some weeks ago until I started seeing the reviews with the focus problems. Yours aleviated my fears about the problem not being fixed and I've oredered one. Thanks for the reviews and update!
The “Adventure Package” Osmo Action is cheaper than the bog standard GoPro Hero 11 Black……decisions, decisions
Hmmm... After update you're holding the camera much further than the before update shots. Then at the end when you do hold it a bit closer it still doesn't look tack sharp though it does look a little bit better. I still don't know what to think of this I really want to get it but don't want an out of focus shot.
Physical problems can't be fixed with new firmware. The firmware masks the problem but doesn't remove it. Buying an A3 at the moment (March 2022) is still a gamble. I would be extremely cautious.
No problem with the hardware can be solved with a firmware update!!!!
So you’re saying it hasn’t been fixed and I should go for the action 4 ?
It looks sharp as long as there isn't much movement. When there is movement, it seems to be softer during the movement but sharpen right back up when the movement stops. I have tried three different Action 3 cameras and they all had the same soft/sharp effect during movement. I compared my Action 2 to the Action 3 side by side in editing software and, although the firmware has sharpened the image, it still is not as sharp as my Action 2 when both were in 4k/30 mode.
Great detailed video. Appears to be better yet still soft. I may be biased because I'm m on my 4th Osmo Action 3 replacement and still feel it is not right. It would be awesome if you can take a snapshot of the back of the box from 12" away in standard (Dewarp) mode and share. I have compared the same shot to a GoPro Hero 5. The Hero 5 is way sharper than the Action 3. Currently going back and forth with DJI and now they told me the soft image/focus is "This phenomenon is normal. Replacement will not solve it. This camera is NOT designed for close-up photography at all. Any further repair/replacement regarding the "close-up focus issue" should not be honored, since it's NOT a product defect. Funny thing is, 12"/.3m/3cm is their min camera to subject distance that should be in focus!! Love the camera but am losing faith.
"This camera is NOT designed for close-up photography at all" Indeed. Apparently they can't design a fixed focus system that keeps the nearby and distant objects all in good focus at the same time. So this camera is really not good for vlogging, but may be okay for action footage.
Audio so nice
Good video. Thanks. Image quality is Day and Night different. I have researched this camera extensively. Issue was with hardware. New units have this issue fixed. Some great additional enhancements in the firmware. Invisible selfie stick on snow. Lower price. RELIABLE. Hero 11 is defeated, in my opinion.
Love it. Thank you for doing an update. I ordered a new one, I am sick of GoPro.
Significant difference/improvement in focus/clarity with the update, but I also heard in other YT videos that DJI's first batch of the Action 3 had this problem and that subsequent batches do NOT have this problem. So, I'm wondering if DJI did any additional tweaks, other than the user-available update(s), to fix this and/or other related problems that would warrant returning your unit for one from a newer batch?
Jumped ship to Osmo 3. Sick and tired of issues with gp10, and their customer support is absolutely terrible. Hey lets release gp11 before 7 to 10 are fixed. Never buy a gp again.
better but bot good. background seems still to be in focus, not your face. :( - got to keep my MK1 (but i really want 10 bit!!!)
This action camera doesn't like action, don't buy. Im getting micro jitters with mine. Latest firmware. No good. Go with gopro.
it's better but still seems out of focus, there are some good videos discussing the issue
this guy demo'd putting glasses in front of the action 3 and the sharpness improves! haha ua-cam.com/video/DVD3JyttuG4/v-deo.html
some users have suggested that the newer production batch cameras no longer have the focus problem. Mine is a December 2022 batch and it's out of focus. Here's one from November 2022 and also out of focus: ua-cam.com/video/GMGm6en-Nag/v-deo.html
Im actually DONE with GoPro I did a diving and the battery died FAST even the new imroved it's not made for extrem temperatures... mostly during skiing I had to bring 3 spare battery because the cold would kill my battery , Up to diving and skiing and hiking ... I will get me an Osmo 3 now.... I have ALL accesories and ND filters and Build up cages and light for Gopro its all going to the garbage
My ‘Focus Problem Fixed’ after exchanging the camera for one from a 2023 batch.
Software update can't and didn't mend flaws in the hardware. Returned mine and bought insta360.
After getting the run around from customer support and them refusing to acknowledge the problem, I returned it to Amazon and got a refund. I won't be buying any DJI products again for a while.
Are you finished?
Firmware or not, in my case, it was a lens adjustment issue. I have 3 of them and I did return all 3 for repair and one of them 3 times. All are now OK and beats all other brands. The codec is better in this cam and Insta360 dans gopro. I shoot long time video and the splitted files are joined without any sync problem as for Insta360. Don't ever buy Gopro if you plan to record for a long time (more than 10 mins) because there is ramdon 0 to 2 frames overlap between files which is a pain in the neck in post. Also Gopro file naming convention is not convenient for multiple session recording.
Cheers
Well said bro
where you able to return and get replacements from DJI easily?
Have they done any updates for low light? Seen lot of bad videos
The focus seems to be good. However, it's blowing out the clouds and puts you in the shadows. The new firmware did improve the overall image quality, though. Thank you for the review. Happy New Year Martin and Suzi!!
I watched on an iPad. After the update it looks quite oversharpened. Look at the artifacts in the trees behind the garbage containers at 03:26 when you are sitting on the bench.
DJI should allow lowering the sharpening. The usability of this camera appears great in the field to change settings quickly, but I suspect the GoPro image quality is one step above
I also watched on an iPad and had an identical impression. Also I think motion looks staccato, rather than fluid.
Gopro focus is perfect. Don't want to spend hundred of dollars on camera and have to worry about focus.
I've seen various videos about this issue, and what I can notice is that they just made de image sharper; which is not the same. I was about to buy one, since they are on sale; but with this problem, it is useless.
Looks much better after the update. What's the manufacturing date on the box for your new camera?
@Jericho Law, @2:57, Suzi mentioned Nov/Dec production date.
Mine was produced 12/2022 and still same issue. After upgrading firmware only my eyes were a bit focused, not my face. So I returned 3 days later since I got it
Anyone know how to check the production date of OSMO action 3 by using serial no.
The later batch are also having focus issue. My unit is manufacture date: 2022/11 Nov batch with latest firmware. Still having focus problem. I did a comparison between my Pocket 2. Clearly out of focus. I had upload the photos and video to google drive. Also contacted my local DJI Service center. They advised me to send back to them today. So, I will send out tomorrow.
exactly like me
Before the firmware update, it still seemed to have a soft focus issue as the background was sharper; after the update the foreground was improved.
Many videos proved that is not the case. They just added sharpness.
@@Kiev-in-3-daysso it hasn’t been fixed ?
@@xxsilver_gamingxx389 Now I honestly don't now.
I bought after the update and I'd guarantee value for money. Definitely a whole lot better than paying more for a GoPro
In my opinion, even the original Action 1 is far better than GoPro. Sure it might not have been up to par on dynamic range or quality, but it's hardly a pain point compared to all the freezing issues, etc, that GP is known for. Now with Action 3, I'm loving it.
It's good to see DJI have released much better batch of cameras with no focus issues, DJI rocksteady plus crops a lot of image but definitely has the best stabilisation, the latest firmware update has changed the game, DJI OA3 seems to perform much better in colder conditions compared to hero 11 black.
Warmer condition as well. I shoot 60 min no battery heating.
Imo there's a second issue that almost needs critical fixing as much as the focus and that's the blown out highlights especially when it comes to the sky. You barely ever see clouds unless you point straight at them.
But it seems to be a general dji things since my dji pocket 2 is the same, just as the action 2.
That's the one reason why I got a Gopro 11 after all instead. Colors, brightness exposure and such are just way better and more natural. The footage can be used straight out of camera.
I can't say the same about the Pocket 2 especially when it comes to skin tones which look straight up terrible, especially in artifical lighting situations
Yeah, I have to agree. The color and range is SOOOO much better on GP. In fact, GP is 1000 x better except for the freeze and liquify issues. Damn, I wish they would fix them. I just bought the Action 3 and am completely underwhelmed.
Hmm i think it may be somewhat better, but the image quality in the shade is awful, also the highlights are always blown. I'm so disappointed. I bought the Action 3 yesterday as a replacement to my GP10 which is a terrible camera for freezing issues. However, I am totally underwhelmed by the bad image quality on the A3. So sad they don't have a sharpen adjustment feature, as the foreground still looks soft to me when I run a clip beside my GP8 even. I have Nov '22 version and have doe the update. Still ordinary at best.
How do we know if what is available in a store is from "the new batch"? Thank you! Btw, you are an awesome reviewer. Actually using the camera you are reviewing for every frame of your review. Most YTbers don't.
No one 's gonna answer cause no one knows. I think it's a matter of luck!!!
At the bottom of the box there is a Y/M number, this is the production date. Mine says 2023/2. The focus seems ok, but struggles with sudden movements of the camera - like sharp bumps in the road when motovlogging.
I gotta hurry up and make a decision about either getting a dji 3 or GoPro 11!
Better - but still not as good as a GoPro - I can see vloggers with a two camera setup using the GoPro for front facing shots and the DJI for POV shots. In fact, that is the setup I might adopt for my upcoming biking tour travel videos.
So now Suzi this or go pro 11? Happy new year to you & your family too!🥂
How dif you fixed it?, what did you do to fixed it? How can we do it?
Hi,
Is your action 3 focus issue is fixed after the firmware update. Actually I am also planning to buy one. So need your suggestion.
I bought it last Thursday and today it was returned. Still focus issue
How will I know the manufacture date on the action 3 if I am buying it from Amazon cause I don’t want to have that focus issue
it's on the side of the box - 2023/x ( x= the month and may be in Chinese ) for example
are you using microphone or it is the built in mic?
The background is sharper than the foreground. Nothing was fixed, just the overall sharpness was increased.
GoPro are now in trouble....😁I have also the Action 3 and I really love it and we can see now the sharpness of footage..
and thank you for a great review😊😊😊😊
You shoot it on 4k30 but on UA-cam nerd statistics show 24 frames. The video looks like in 15fps
focus can't be fixed on a lens that doesn't have adjustable focus. it's simply a hardware design flaw.
I've been using a GoPro Hero 8 and I bought an Osmo Action 3 to replace it. Holy crap, it is worse in every way compared to the Hero 8, and the Hero 8 is 4 years older than the Action 3, even after the update.
I'm truly baffled that DJI shipped a product with known hardware flaws. I returned it the day I opened the box. You can get a Hero 11 for not much more than the street price of an Action 3, and I am glad I'm going back to GoPro. I'm surprised that people even consider these as the same tier of cameras.
After 3 cameras returned I finally got a camera that worked with camera no 4 😂 , yours is much improved after the update which what we all wanted 👍 the battery is really much better than my GoPro 10 which kept telling my battery was low at 95% when used in cold conditions the other day 😂. I’m glad you gave dji another go 📷👍
Looks much better, especially after updating firmware. The ultra wide looks great with steady+ on. I am a big fan of dji, and I am still using Action 1 after returning my action 3. I think Dji can do much better with image quality, and this is why I will wait for the next action 4, which I am sure will be a much improved action cam.
For now, this new one has looked much better than your first one, but I am sure Dji can do much better.
Absolutely agree with you. I returned Action 3 48hours since I got it. Big problem focusing face, after updating firmware only my eyes were on focus, not my face
I got it from Amazon today. After eight months of release. Amazon still sent me batch 9/2022. I asked dji support he said the problem is fixed with firmware. I should return it. or test it first.
Definitely test it and see if it looks good to you.
@@Gemini_Connecti returned to amz. And order second from online bestbuy I got 9/22 again. Why they have only this batch. And I can’t find it in physical store. I try to search to find out this issue is from HW or SW. and DJI support told me focus issue have resolved just update firmware. I tested it. It’s seem look good but if zoom still little bit soft at my face. What do you think? it’s normal or faulty?
Hi, can you please try to shoot the video in osmo action 3, night view, and upload it? I have gone through so many youtube videos but i am not satisfied. Because still users are complaining about autofocus and night moto vlogs.
I just purchased the DJI Action 3 and it is a used open box, didn’t the firmware fix the focus issues or was it when the camera was made? How can I tell other than how well it focuses?
Not sure if you have the Osmos Action, does that one have usb webcam hook up. I was told the Action 3 does. Thanks for your help
I definitely think IQ has improved. More detail. Fine details may look a little crunchy. IDK.
I’m curious about the long term stability of your HERO11. The lack of reliability of your previous GoPros was one reason you originally expressed a preference for the DJI. Has reliability been an issue with the 11?
So far, the Hero 11 has been nearly flawless. Just a couple of freezes, but nowhere near as bad as previous GoPro models.
Rocksteady and rocksteady plus, it seems it has a little bit of difference. I wish dji include a vertical stabilizer. With rocksteady+ the up and down movement while running still very obvious. About the focus it seems like older gopro model. Its still not sharp or just like iphone 5 or 6 video.
Why would anyone trust a company that sends out products with constant issues time and time again?
You mean Gopro?
@@ArcticExploring never ever had an issue with GoPro. I own several DJI products and there’s always an issue.
@@mrreddington777 All GoPro since 8 have problems that never got fixed
@@ArcticExploring must be your experience. Not mine. DJI is a shit company.
both companies do the same, only buy after reviews if it fit your purpose. simple.
The focus looks better, but still not as good as the Hero 11. Thanks for testing a newer version of the Action 3 out. I think I will pass on the Action 3 and wait for the Action 4, which could arrived about nine months from now. Great video, and thanks for sharing.
Update ?
Looks better with Rocksteady. + Rocksteady blo2s out the highlights!
What microphone is used for this video??
Thanks for trying this again! Looks good to my “poor” eyes! I passed on this camera after you first review but now it’s back on my list!
6:10 = 4k 60 fps enhanced image on?? enhanced image on can use only until 4k 30 fps.. because my action 3 like that.. 😁
I absolutely hate the fisheye effect. Can this camera shoot decent standard normal footage
Thanks for the information...I am about to buy the DJI Action 3...I am still not sure if they have fixed the focus issues?
Go pro is overheating in 15 minutes and dji Action 3 is never overheating and more time to shoot more videos
You are helping me getting the most out of my DJI Action 3. I haven't checked yet if you have a video about indoor use.
100% better nice and clear now :)
I really want to know can the camera zoom while recording & is it a 4x zoom?
I use a dji pocket 2 & like the zoom feature but am thinking i may want to get an action 3 if its able to zoom while recording.
Dynamic range looks pretty bad
Unfortunately the natural lighting was not the best in this environment, but I’ll do more tests in brighter lighting conditions.
I’m watching on an iPad and comparing the close ups at the beginning and the end it seems that sharpening has been increased; certainly not seeing any improvement in near focus but if this is a fixed focus lens it would be impossible to change the focus without physically adjusting the lens.
Just bought my DJI Action3. I'm noticing a bit less in quality than my GoPro 10 using the same settings. Wondering if you shoot in the PRO mode or leave it off?
I love their drones so I knew they would do a great job on the action three. I never buy a product when it’s the latest greatest. Just like Apple Watches , phones. Let the bugs get fixed.
I need to correct my post from 3 weeks ago. DJI Osmo Action 3 usability features are great; mount, menus, Mimo App, both H264 and H265 compression, and units DO exist which have great image quality. HOWEVER, a hardware manufacturing issue which sets the fixed lens at the incorrect distance from the sensor will not be resolved by firmware. Units with focus issues were still being manufactured in November 2022. I have tested TWO of these THIS WEEK (today is Feb 2nd 2023) and they both have focusing issues AFTER latest firmware was updated. Even now, if you buy a DJI Osmo Action 3, you may get a "bad" unit. Most disappointing that DJI have not made a recall, had quality control which was ineffective at best, and were still shipping faulty units well after the issue was highlighted across the WWW. Amjad is right to expect DJI to do much better. DJI may "act on some issues" but I can't see they have acted to address the BIG issue.
You're right. I bought mine last Thursday and returned today. Still same issue.
Action 3 still looks slightly out of focus unfortunatly.
Would love to see a new side by side comparing the color science and dynamic range of the revised dji vs the go pro
Working on it!
Ab 03:15 wird der Arm einfach mal 50cm weiter Ausgestreckt und siehe da alle ''Probleme'' sind verschwunden 😂😂😂 Offensichtlich haben viele Menschen keine Ahnung von dem, was sie da in der Hand halten oder von anderen unwissenden weiterverbreiten! Die Kamera hatte nie Fokusprobleme, kann auch nicht, da diese Action Cams einen Festen Fokus haben mit einer Naheinstellungsgrenze ab etwa 30cm!!! Mit dem letzten Update wurde lediglich der Schärfe Algorithmus verbessert mehr nicht.l🤦
Can you post the exact manufacture date from the box? [Its on the Serial Number part of the box - I know she mentions Nov/Dec 22] Also did this come as part of the Adventure Combo or Camera alone? TY !
Hi, i have got dji action 3 camera about one month ago and i didn't register at that day just for see working or not and... unfortunately now i start for register at mimo app but doesn't connection and screen has locked and doesn't process for register or any thing to do anyone knows what can i do now .
Thanks
Your new camera e really good, I always look at background that is that is most important. My new camera is from November and do look good, but doesn't have good daylight to test it on.
Did you purchase this directly from dji ? Is that the best option ? I've heard of people still getting older batch cameras from Amazon so I'm hesitant on buying just yet.
Oh wow. Amazing! I’ve been waiting to buy until the fix. Looks like the fix is in! The rock study is amazing.
Thank you for your honest assessment.
Hey Suzy, do you recommend this camera for light vlogging duty for family vacations? I had a gopro hero 8 before and it was a little cumbersome so I sold it. I don't think i'll be doing anything extreme with it, or doing mics or anything, just a selfie stick and the camera.
Do you think I could use this camera to record over my desk for iPad demonstration videos? or would you recommend a different camera? Thanks for all of the awesome work you do.
Focus looks good can read Patagonia on your jacket.
My 4th replacement camera manufactured November 22 is giving me much better results than previous camera's 👍