The DJI Osmo 360 Action Camera has finally landed in the U.S., giving you another serious option in the crowded 360 market. With Insta360 and GoPro already battling it out, DJI’s entrance is important because it means more innovation, more choices, and better tools for you to tell stories in ways that a traditional camera can’t. Here's a look at what you can expect.
Coming to you from David Manning, this detailed video takes you through a first look at DJI’s Osmo 360 Action Camera. Manning compares the Osmo 360 against existing competitors, pointing out the company’s choice to go with a blockier, compact design that feels familiar if you’ve used their Action series. The centered lens placement immediately stands out compared to the offset design of the GoPro Max, a small change that has big implications for usability. The built-in 128 GB of internal storage also caused a surprise during testing, since recordings default there instead of the SD card unless you change settings.
The Osmo 360 has four microphones onboard for surround pickup, and while the quality is fine for an action camera, Manning demonstrates how much stronger it gets when paired with DJI’s wireless Mic 2 system. This makes a difference if you need clean sound outdoors or when recording from a distance. The way DJI designed this camera to work within their existing ecosystem of mounts, mics, and batteries is also significant. If you already own an Action 5, you can use the same batteries, mounts, and even quick-release systems across both cameras, which cuts down on clutter in your kit and makes swapping gear in the field far easier.
Key Specs
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Image Sensor: Dual 1/1.1" CMOS sensors
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Lens Aperture: f/1.9 with 170° field of view
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Video Recording: Up to 8K 30 fps in 360 mode, 6K at 60 fps, and 4K up to 100 fps
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Stabilization: RockSteady 3.0 digital stabilization
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Still Images: Up to 120 MP
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Audio: Four built-in microphones with support for DJI Mic 2 pairing
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Storage: 128 GB internal + microSD slot (1 TB max)
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Battery: 1,950 mAh, approximately 100 minutes runtime, same as Action 5 batteries
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Durability: Weather- and water-resistant to 10 m (IP68)
Manning also highlights image quality, which benefits from the square 8K sensor built specifically for 360 shooting, as opposed to the cropped rectangular sensors in other models. You get 10-bit color in both standard and D-Log M modes, though reframing in post-production is still necessary with any 360 camera. Features like Super Night Mode and selfie tracking simplify some of the workflow, but Manning points out that you’ll still be spending time in post. Another key point is the lack of replaceable lenses. DJI does offer their Care Refresh program and sells affordable lens protectors, but the fragility of exposed 360 glass is something you’ll need to keep in mind. Check out the video above for the full rundown from Manning.
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