DJI Action 5 leak suggests new action cameras are inbound soon

The popular action camera could be set to get a neat upgrade soon

A leaked image of the DJI Action 5 camera
(Image credit: @OsitaLV / X)
Quick Summary

Leaked images showcase the next-gen DJI action cameras.

The DJI Action 5 is shown, as well as a Pro variant, in different Tweets.

There are few product categories in the modern world of tech which have evolved quite like the best action cameras. Once simply the plaything of adventurers and extreme sportspeople, more and more users are realising the benefits of these dainty-yet-powerful devices.

The market is certainly led by GoPro, though don't be fooled into thinking that is the only option. These days, great devices from DJI and Insta360 also offer compelling prospects for users.

Now, the next-gen device from one of those brands looks set to launch soon. That's because the DJI Action 5 camera has been spotted in leaked online images.

A user on X (formerly Twitter) has shared a host of imagery about the release. That includes a shot of the DJI Action 5 which looks like a press shot. There is also a more amateur capture of a device called the DJI Action 5 Pro.

That has piqued a lot of interest online, marking the first foray into a 'Pro' termed device for the range. It is also the only one with some specs for us to chew over.

Around the lens, we see that the device features an f/2.8 maximum aperture, with a 155 degree field of view. It also tells us that the device uses a 1/1.3-inch sensor.

That latter portion will be a pain point for some. Many had hoped to find a one-inch sensor in this model, in part to justify the 'Pro' naming convention. That's the same sensor size used in the DJI Pocket 3, making it a logical jump for the brand.

Another bit of information found in the FCC listing for the device suggests it will also gain a wired charging boost. That suggests a 5-9V charger at 3A.

There's currently no firm date for the devices to launch, though. For now, then, we'll just have to keep an eye out for further updates over the coming weeks and months.

Sam Cross
Staff Writer

Online news writer at T3.com, Sam has five years of experience in online and print journalism, with work featured in publications like Metro and Last Word on Sports. After years writing about music and football, Sam now turns his hand to bringing you news about new phones, smart home products, smart watches, laptops and TVs. Sam is a longtime fan and user of Apple products, including iPhones, MacBooks and Apple Watches.He’s also T3’s resident football expert, bringing you everything you need to know about the big games, including how to watch them. In his spare time, Sam is a keen guitarist, watch lover and (very) amateur golfer.