u/BandFrosty

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Action 5 Pro + Charging Handle: Does vertical mode actually work?

Hey everyone,

I’m looking at getting the Osmo Action Multifunctional Charging Handle for my Action 5 Pro, but I’ve noticed a weird trend in reviews: almost nobody uses it in vertical mode.

Is there a physical issue with this setup? From what I can tell:

  • When mounted vertically in the protective frame, the USB-C port ends up on top.
  • The handle’s charging cable looks too short to reach that far.

For those who own this combo:

  1. Does the cable actually reach the port in vertical mode?
  2. Do you have to mount the camera "upside down" to make it work?
  3. Is it stable, or does it feel too top-heavy?

Would love to hear if this is a practical setup for vlogging or if I should just stick to a standard extension rod. Thanks!

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u/BandFrosty — 1 day ago