DJI’s troubles in the US continue, and the company won’t release the Osmo Pocket 4P there, even though it’s launching in other markets. That’s a shame because the Pocket 4P’s second camera adds a meaningful upgrade over the Pocket 4. So what can Americans look forward to instead? While the HOVERAir VERSA’s US availability remains up in the air, the fact that the X1 PRO and X1 PROMAX are listed on HOVERAir’s US store offers some hope.
Assuming you can buy both, which one makes more sense? The DJI Osmo Pocket 4P boasts outstanding imaging hardware, combining a new 1-inch wide-angle sensor, 17 stops of dynamic range, and a 60 mm f/1.8 lens for portraits.
The HOVERAir VERSA counters with something no other camera offers. Clip on a set of propeller wings, and your handheld camera becomes a self-flying drone. If you’ve seen a HOVERAir in action—like the kayaking video I watched early in the morning—you probably know why people are excited. Below, I’ll help you decide whether HOVERAir or DJI is worth the wait.
