Battery Performance and Overheating Comparison - GoPro Hero 13 vs. DJI Action 5 Pro

Summary

In this video, Sean from Air Photography compares the battery performance and overheating issues of the GoPro Hero 13 Black and DJI Action 5 Pro. The DJI Action 5 Pro outperforms the GoPro in both battery life and charging time, offering significantly longer recording durations at 4K 30, 60, and 120 fps. While the GoPro Hero 13 struggles with overheating at higher frame rates, the DJI remains cool throughout. Additionally, the DJI battery charges faster, reaching 80% in just 24 minutes. This comparison provides valuable insights for anyone considering an action camera for their next purchase.

Takeaways

• 😀 The DJI Action 5 Pro has a 1950 mAh battery, which is backward compatible with older models like the Action 3 and 4.
• 😀 The GoPro Hero 13 Black features a 1900 mAh battery, but it is not backward compatible with previous GoPro models.
• 😀 In battery life tests at 4K 30fps, the DJI Action 5 Pro recorded for 2 hours 43 minutes, whereas the GoPro Hero 13 recorded for 1 hour 43 minutes.
• 😀 The DJI Action 5 Pro was able to record for 2 hours 5 minutes at 4K 60fps without overheating, while the GoPro Hero 13 overheated after 51 minutes.
• 😀 At 4K 120fps, the DJI Action 5 Pro recorded for 1 hour 6 minutes, while the GoPro Hero 13 overheated after just 30 minutes.
• 😀 Neither camera overheated during the 4K 30fps test, but the GoPro Hero 13 Black did overheat at 4K 60fps and 4K 120fps.
• 😀 DJI Action 5 Pro's new battery charges quickly, reaching 40% in 10 minutes, 80% in 24 minutes, and 100% in 57 minutes.
• 😀 The GoPro Hero 13 battery charges more slowly, reaching 32% in 24 minutes and taking 1 hour 52 minutes to reach a full charge.
• 😀 DJI's new high-performance battery is backward compatible with older models, while GoPro's is exclusive to the Hero 13 Black.
• 😀 The GoPro Hero 13 Black has more limited recording times and a slower charging speed compared to the DJI Action 5 Pro, making the DJI a better option for long sessions.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the video?

The video focuses on comparing the battery performance and overheating behavior of the GoPro Hero 13 Black and DJI Action 5 Pro cameras.

What new feature do both GoPro and DJI cameras offer regarding batteries?

Both the GoPro Hero 13 Black and DJI Action 5 Pro feature new high-performance batteries, with the DJI's 1950 mAh battery being backward compatible with older models (Action 3 and 4), whereas GoPro's 1900 mAh battery is exclusive to the Hero 13 Black.

How long can the DJI Action 5 Pro record at 4K 30fps compared to the GoPro Hero 13 Black?

At 4K 30fps, the DJI Action 5 Pro can record for 2 hours and 43 minutes, while the GoPro Hero 13 Black can record for 1 hour and 43 minutes before the battery depletes.

What were the overheating results for both cameras during the 4K 60fps recording test?

At 4K 60fps, the DJI Action 5 Pro recorded for 2 hours and 5 minutes without overheating, whereas the GoPro Hero 13 Black overheated after 51 minutes of recording.

What is the recording time at 4K 120fps for both cameras?

At 4K 120fps, the DJI Action 5 Pro can record for 1 hour and 6 minutes before overheating, while the GoPro Hero 13 Black overheats after just 30 minutes of recording.

How do the recording time and overheating results compare between the two cameras?

The DJI Action 5 Pro consistently offers longer recording times without overheating, outperforming the GoPro Hero 13 Black in all tests, especially at higher resolutions like 4K 60fps and 4K 120fps.

How does the external environment affect overheating in these cameras?

Overheating behavior can vary based on the environment. Outdoors, in cooler conditions with air movement around the camera, overheating is less likely. However, in extremely hot conditions or direct sunlight, overheating is more likely, especially when there's minimal air circulation.

What is the charging time comparison between the DJI Action 5 Pro and GoPro Hero 13 Black batteries?

The DJI Action 5 Pro charges much faster than the GoPro Hero 13 Black. It reaches 80% in 24 minutes, while the GoPro reaches only 32%. To fully charge, the DJI takes 57 minutes, while the GoPro takes 1 hour and 52 minutes.

What charging feature does the DJI Action 5 Pro support that the GoPro Hero 13 Black does not?

The DJI Action 5 Pro supports quick charging, allowing faster recovery after battery depletion, while the GoPro Hero 13 Black charges much more slowly and does not support quick charging.

Are there any compatibility issues with the batteries for the GoPro Hero 13 Black and DJI Action 5 Pro?

Yes, the GoPro Hero 13 Black's new battery is not backward compatible with older GoPro cameras, whereas the DJI Action 5 Pro's new battery is backward compatible with the Action 3 and Action 4, offering more flexibility.