All the Answers to Your DJI Action 2 Questions

1. Stuff to Know Before You Buy

Thinking about buying DJI Action 2? Here‘s all you'll need to know

1.2 What’s the difference between DJI Action 2 Dual-Screen Combo and DJI Action 2 Power Combo? Apart from the accessories included in the combos, what else is worth buying?

DJI Action 2 Dual-Screen Combo includes a Camera Unit, a Front Touchscreen Module, a Magnetic Lanyard, a Magnetic Ball-Joint Adapter Mount, a Magnetic Adapter Mount and a power cable. It can bring you longer battery life, dual touchscreens, and magnetic versatility for diverse scenairos. DJI Action 2 Power Combo includes a Camera Unit, a Power Combo, a Magnetic Lanyard, a Magnetic Adapter Mount and a power cable. It is a great value for money if you are expecting longer battery life, wearable recording and expandability.

Apart from the accessories included in the combos, DJI Action 2 is also compatible with Magnetic Headband, Remote Control Extension Rod, Macro Lens, DJI Mic, Waterproof Case, DJI Floating Handle, and so on, all of which you need to purchase separately.

DJI Floating Handle, Osmo Action Extension Rod and Osmo Action Mounting Kit are compatible with both DJI Action 2 and Osmo Action. Yes. With the Magnetic Adapter Mount, you can mount third-party action camera accessories to DJI Action 2.

1.3 Can I use the standard accessories of Osmo Action with DJI Action 2 or the other way around? Can I mount third-party accessories to DJI Action 2?

DJI Action 2 HorizonSteady uses DJI's latest stabilization algorithm to lock onto a leveled horizon in every frame, regardless of how the camera is mounted or worn. It allows you to capture smooth and stable footage whether you are cycling on bumpy roads or go-karting around a track.

DJI Action 2 uses RockSteady 2.0 technology to stabilize footage. This Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) technology is realized by increasing the shutter speed, analyzing the images captured by the CMOS sensor, and compensating by cutting off the edges of these images. In this way, multiple frames are overlaid and finally combined into a single frame that is sharp, clear, and accurately exposed.

1.8 How is the stablization performance of DJI Action 2? What is HorizonSteady? What is RockSteady 2.0?

DJI Action 2 HorizonSteady uses DJI's latest stabilization algorithm to lock onto a leveled horizon in every frame, regardless of how the camera is mounted or worn. It allows you to capture smooth and stable footage whether you are cycling on bumpy roads or go-karting around a track.

DJI Action 2 uses RockSteady 2.0 technology to stabilize footage. This Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) technology is realized by increasing the shutter speed, analyzing the images captured by the CMOS sensor, and compensating by cutting off the edges of these images. In this way, multiple frames are overlaid and finally combined into a single frame that is sharp, clear, and accurately exposed.

1.9 What resolution settings does DJI Action 2 support?

4K (4:3): 4096×3072 @ 24/25/30/48/50/60 fps; 4K (16:9): 3840×2160 @ 100/120 fps;l 4K (16:9): 3840×2160 @ 24/25/30/48/50/60 fps; 2.7K (4:3): 2688×2016 @ 24/25/30/48/50/60 fps; 2.7K (16:9): 2688×1512 @ 100/120 fps; 2.7K (16:9): 2688×1512 @ 24/25/30/48/50/60 fps; 1080p (16:9): 1920×1080 @ 100/120/200/240 fps 1080p (16:9): 1920×1080 @ 24/25/30/48/50/60 fps

1.10 What video formats does DJI Action 2 support?

MP4 (H.264 / HEVC).

1.11 Does DJI Action 2 support distortion correction?

Yes.

1.12 Does the camera of DJI Action 2 have a prime lens?

Yes. With a prime lens, subjects are clear when they are more than 300 mm away from the lens.

1.13 Is the lens of DJI Action 2 interchangeable?

No, but you can magnetically attach the Macro Lens or other third-party lenses or filters to the camera.

1.14 What microSD card does DJI Action 2 support?

DJI Action 2 supports up to 256GB SDHC/SDXC UHS-I Speed Grade 1 or Speed Grade 3 microSD cards. Recommended models:

Samsung EVO 32GB UHS-I Speed grade 1 microSDHC;

Samsung EVO Plus 32GB UHS-I Speed grade 1 microSDXC;

SanDisk Extreme 64GB V30 A2 UHS-I Speed grade 3 microSDXC;

SanDisk High Endurance 32GB UHS-I Speed grade 3 microSDXC;

SanDisk Extreme Pro 32GB UHS-I Speed grade 3 microSDXC;

SanDisk Extreme 16GB UHS-I Speed grade 3 microSDXC;

Lexar 633x 16GB UHS-I Speed grade 1 microSDHC.

2. Questions You Might Have as a DJI Action 2 User

Setting up your DJI Action 2

2.1 How do I activate DJI Action 2?

1. Download the DJI Mimo app.

2. Press the power button to turn on the device.

3. Open the DJI Mimo app, tap the camera icon at the top left of the homescreen, enable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi on your phone, and connect to DJI Action 2.

4. After the DJI Mimo app is connected to DJI Action 2, you will be prompted to activate the device.
5. Complete the activation process by following the prompts from the app.

2.2 How do I update DJI Action 2's firmware?

The DJI Mimo app will send push messages automatically. Follow the prompts to complete the update process.

Understand your DJI Action 2

2.3 Where is footage saved in DJI Action 2?

1. The footage shot with the DJI Action 2 Camera Unit is saved to the internal storage.

2. The footage shot with the DJI Action 2 Camera Unit when connected to the Front Touchscreen Module or Power Module is saved to the microSD card.

3. The footage stored in the internal storage can be exported to the microSD card when the Action 2 Camera Unit is connected to the Front Touchscreen Module or Power Module.

2.4 What is D-Cinelike?

It is designed to capture a wide dynamic range from the sensor, and colors are distributed evenly so the dark part of a picture is greatly improved. It is not a real LUT, but a lower-contrast video with a flat color profile, great for post-processing options.

Getting the most out DJI Action 2

2.5 How do I control DJI Action 2 with my phone?

The DJI Mimo app allows you to control DJI Action 2, sync photos and videos, edit, and share.

2.6 How do I switch between the front and back screen?

Tap to turn on and unlock the front or back touchscreens. You can use the menu to show the front and back screens simultaneously or just one screen.

2.7 How do I switch to Portrait mode?

In photo and video mode, rotate DJI Action 2 by 90°, and the system will automatically change to Portrait mode. However, if HorizonSteady is enabled, Action 2 can only shoot in Landscape mode.

2.8 Does DJI Action 2 support voice control?

Yes. DJI Action 2 supports voice commands in English and Mandarin Chinese.

2.9 How do I share a video I just shot?

You can either save the videos on your phone first or use the DJI Mimo app to upload them and share the links generated.

2.10 How do I set the shutter speed, ISO, and other camera parameters manually?

Method 1: Enter camera view, and swipe the touchscreen to the left to access camera parameter settings, and choose Manual (M) mode.

Method 2: Connect with the DJI Mimo app and tap Settings on the left of the camera view.

2.11 Can I use an external microphone with DJI Action 2?

Yes. You can connect DJI Action 2 with a third-party microphone through the USB-C port via the 3.5mm adapter.

2.12 Can I set the playback volume?

You can set the playback volume when the DJI Action 2 Camera Unit is attached with a Front Touchscreen Module.

2.13 What should I do before using the DJI Action 2 Camera Unit underwater? 

1. Check that the lens and screen are intact. 

2. The DJI Action 2 Camera Unit is waterproof at depths of up to 10 meters. It is recommended to use it with the Waterproof Case, which will increase the waterproof capabilities to 60 meters.

3. Avoid high water pressure conditions, such as when cliff diving.

4. Do not use it in hot springs.

5. After using it underwater, clean the device with fresh water and let it dry naturally.