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| The Osmo Pocket 3 (pictured) is getting replaced by the Pocket 4 tomorrow. |
Just hours before its official global debut, DJI has released a tantalizing new teaser for the Osmo Pocket 4 – and it’s a visual love letter to Hong Kong’s neon-soaked nights. The footage, shared quietly on social media, showcases a cinematic “slow shutter” effect that transforms bustling city lights and crowded sidewalks into dreamy, fluid streaks of color.
For anyone who’s ever wondered how videographers get those hypnotic light trails or that “blurred motion” aesthetic, this teaser offers a clear hint: the Osmo Pocket 4 might finally bring a dedicated slow shutter video mode to the palm of your hand. And with a new physical “Custom” button on the device, toggling that effect could become faster than ever.
What Is “Slow Shutter” Video – And Why Should You Care?
If you’re new to cinematography, here’s a quick breakdown. Standard video records at speeds like 24 or 30 frames per second (fps), where each frame is a sharp, frozen moment. That’s why moving objects look crisp and realistic – like a person walking or a car driving by.
Slow shutter (or “long exposure” in photography) flips that logic. Instead of snapping each frame in a fraction of a second, the camera’s sensor stays “open” longer for every frame. Anything that moves during that extended time – think car headlights, passing pedestrians, or waving hands – becomes a blurry trail of light. The result? Flowing rivers of neon, ghostly crowd movements, and an almost painterly sense of motion.
Slow shutter speed is used to create trails of light coming from moving subjects.
– DJI
In the new teaser, you see exactly that: Hong Kong’s famous霓虹 (neon) signs and speeding taxis melt into each other, while stationary subjects like buildings and streetlamps remain sharp. It’s a look that’s been popular on social media for years, but usually requires a tripod, neutral density filters, and manual camera settings. If DJI builds this directly into the Osmo Pocket 4, it could be a game-changer for run-and-gun creators.
The Teaser: Neon Hong Kong After Dark
The 15-second clip, set to a lo-fi beat, opens on a rain-slicked Hong Kong street. As the camera glides forward – likely using the Pocket 4’s signature 3-axis gimbal – the city lights begin to stretch horizontally. Red taillights become continuous ribbons. Walking crowds turn into soft, flowing brushstrokes. By the end, the entire frame is a gorgeous collision of light and shadow, with the Osmo Pocket 4 watermark subtly in the corner.
It’s not just a pretty demo. The choice of Hong Kong is deliberate: the city’s dense, vertically stacked signage and constant motion are the perfect stress test for any slow shutter algorithm. If the Pocket 4 can handle this, it can handle your local downtown car meet or nighttime festival.
You can watch the official teaser on X right here – and see the “melt” effect for yourself.
A Dedicated “Slow Shutter Mode” – And That New Custom Button
What makes this teaser more than just eye candy is what it suggests about the Osmo Pocket 4’s controls. According to DJI’s own shared materials, the new model will feature a physical “Custom” (C) button. In the teaser, the footage cuts quickly between standard 24fps video and the slow-shutter look, as if someone is pressing that button to toggle modes on the fly.
If DJI is indeed introducing a dedicated slow shutter video mode, that C button would be the perfect shortcut. Imagine you’re filming a vlog – sharp, stable, normal motion. Then a taxi speeds by with glowing headlights. One press of the C button, and you instantly switch into slow shutter mode to capture those light trails. Press again to go back. No menu diving, no missed moments.
This is exactly the kind of “creativity at your fingertips” feature that made the original Osmo Pocket so beloved. And given how many users have asked for an easy slow shutter video option (without needing third-party apps), DJI appears to be listening.
Don’t Forget: Osmo Pocket 4 Pro Leaks Point to a Dual-Camera Beast
While tomorrow’s launch focuses squarely on the standard Osmo Pocket 4, the rumor mill is already churning about a higher-end sibling. Recent leaks suggest that an Osmo Pocket 4 Pro could arrive as early as June 2026 – and it might pack a dual-camera setup with 4x optical zoom.
If true, that would be a massive leap for the Pocket line. The current Osmo Pocket 3’s 2x digital zoom is usable, but optical zoom preserves image quality. A second lens would also open up possibilities like simultaneous wide and telephoto recording, or even better low-light performance via sensor fusion. For travel creators and documentary shooters, a Pro model with zoom could finally replace both a smartphone gimbal and a separate zoom camera.
Of course, take this with a grain of salt until DJI makes it official. But the timing – a Pro variant just two months after the base model – mirrors the company’s strategy with the Osmo Action series. It’s plausible.
Launch Details: When and Where to Get the Osmo Pocket 4
Mark your calendars, because the wait is almost over. DJI has confirmed that the Osmo Pocket 4 officially arrives tomorrow, April 16, 2026, at 12:00 PM GMT.
That’s noon GMT, which translates to:
- 8:00 AM Eastern Time (US)
- 5:00 AM Pacific Time
- 1:00 PM London
- 2:00 PM Paris/Berlin
- 8:00 PM Beijing/Hong Kong
Expect the usual DJI launch livestream on YouTube and their official website. Pre-orders will likely open immediately, with shipping dates to follow. Pricing hasn’t been leaked yet, but given the Osmo Pocket 3 launched at $519, expect the Pocket 4 to land somewhere between $549 and $599 – especially with the new slow shutter features and upgraded hardware.
Final Thoughts: Is This the Ultimate Everyday Creator Camera?
The Osmo Pocket series has always occupied a sweet spot: better stabilization than a phone, more portable than a mirrorless camera, and easier to use than both. Adding a dedicated slow shutter video mode (with a physical button to trigger it) addresses one of the few remaining creative gaps.
Between the hypnotic Hong Kong teaser, the promise of instant light trails, and the looming Pro model with 4x zoom, DJI isn’t just iterating – it’s redefining what a pocket-sized gimbal camera can do. Whether you’re a TikTok travel blogger, a weekend street photographer, or just someone who wants to make their family vacations look like a movie, the Osmo Pocket 4 is shaping up to be the most exciting launch of 2026.
Check back tomorrow for full specs, pricing, and hands-on impressions as soon as the embargo lifts. And if you haven’t already, go watch that teaser on X – it’s only 15 seconds, but it’ll leave you counting down the hours.
Source: DJI
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| Slow shutter speed is used to creates trails of light coming from moving subjects. |
Slow shutter in Hong Kong at night. 🌃
— DJI (@DJIGlobal) April 15, 2026
Neon lights, flowing traffic, drifting crowds — the city turns into a dream.
Shot on DJI Osmo Pocket 4 🎥
April 16, 2026 | 12:00 PM GMT
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