The B-Roll
Some of our previous picks remain good cameras, though their features lag behind more recent releases.
DJI’s Osmo Action 4 Camera for $299: The Action 4 (8/10, WIRED Recommends) is a fantastic action camera. The magnetic mounting system is the best we’ve tried, the menu system makes switching between modes a snap, and the resulting photos and video are great. The Action 5 trumps it in a number of ways, but if you’re on a budget, this is an awesome camera and it integrates well into the DJI ecosystem.
Insta360 ONE RS Twin Edition for $412: I loved the interchangeable lens system when this camera launched, but it’s been two years since it was updated and feels a little like abandonware at this point. If you want 360 and action with the same camera, I recommend the Insta360 X4 above. It has better image quality, a better screen, and better…
