I think the efforts to pick the winner misses the mark a bit. I have not seen anything that convinces me either way. They are pretty equal in just about every respect.
The front display is a pretty cool feature, and hats off to DJI for pretty much nailing the interface. Other than that it's just really nice to finally see some true competition.
https://gethypoxic.com/blogs/technical/unbiased-dji-osmo-action-review-for-skydiving
CONCLUSION It's a tough choice. For those flying on their belly and/or as a tandem videographer with quick turns, I would go with the DJI OSMO Action solely on it's side loading card and slightly better colors at low-light. For those who are freeflying headup, the GoPro HERO7 Black is still is the camera to beat for it's stabilization.
For people looking to use this on vacation and multi-sport, the forward facing screen on the DJI is awesome. I didn't think it was going to be as useful as it is, until I actually used it over and over again! I'm personally going to travel with the DJI Osmo Action and keep the GoPro HERO7 on my camera helmet.
This is the first, early release of firmware for the DJI Osmo Action, so I bet it will only get better. If I was to purchase only one camera, I would probably still go with the GoPro HERO7 Black.
I took the Osmo Action for diving and tested the waterproofness of the camera. Slow motion at 240fps looks great too.
New Firmware v01.06.00.20
What’s New?
DJI Osmo Action 4K Camera, $199
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1476723-REG/dji_osmo_action_4k_camera.html
Bundle with free charging kit included for $199
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1476723-REG/dji_osmo_action_4k_camera.html
DJI Osmo Action Charging Combo - Camera & Charging Kit Bundle, $199
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