DJI is back with a new 360-degree camera, and the Osmo 360 II is going big on resolution. The company’s latest panoramic camera comes with a 1-inch sensor, 14.5 stops of dynamic range, and the ability to record native 8K video at 60 frames per second. It also packs 105GB of built-in storage, AI-powered subject tracking, and a new low-light shooting mode.
The Osmo 360 II starts at 3,299 yuan (around $490) in China. The base package includes the camera, a 2,150mAh cold-resistant battery, two lens protection covers, a carrying bag, and other accessories. DJI is also offering a 3,999-yuan Shooting Kit (around $580), which adds two extra batteries, a multifunctional battery case, an adjustable quick-release adapter, and DJI’s 1.2-meter invisible selfie stick.
The camera itself is light at 183 grams. DJI says the lens uses a second-generation optical super-hard coating to improve scratch and wear resistance. The company has also made the lens interchangeable, so an accidental knock doesn’t necessarily mean replacing the entire camera.
The panoramic camera has 105GB built-in storage for recordings. And as for the battery life, DJI says the included cold-resistant battery can record 8K/30fps footage continuously for up to 100 minutes. It can charge to 80% in about 22 minutes, while a dual-directional magnetic battery extension can add up to another 180 minutes of runtime.
A sensor built for 360-degree video
The headline feature of the Osmo 360 II is the new square high-dynamic-range sensor. DJI says it’s been specifically designed for panoramic cameras and makes better use of the sensor area than a conventional 1-inch sensor. According to the company, sensor utilization has been improved by 25% while maintaining the wide field of view needed for 360-degree footage.
The sensor uses 2.4-micron fused large pixels and works with the camera’s image-processing hardware to capture native 8K/60fps panoramic video.
The Osmo 360 II also gets 14.5 stops of dynamic range, which DJI says is twice the brightness tolerance of the previous generation. The front and rear cameras can also handle exposure independently.
Low-light performance gets its own upgrade through an f/1.9 aperture and DJI’s AI Super Night Scene 2.0 noise-reduction system. The camera isn’t limited to standard 8K video, either. It can capture 120-megapixel high-dynamic-range panoramic photos, 16K panoramic time-lapses, and 8K/120fps time-freeze footage. The device can record 10-bit video as well as in D-Log M.
Built for motorcycles, skis, and diving
DJI is pitching the Osmo 360 II as more than a travel camera. The company has designed it around hands-free shooting, which makes sense for a 360-degree camera that is often used to capture action from unusual angles.
Motorcyclists can mount the camera to their bikes using dedicated accessories and start recording with gestures or voice commands. For skiing, the camera can record 8K panoramic slow-motion footage and up to 64x super slow motion. DJI says users can trigger recording by twisting the selfie stick or using gestures, and the controls remain usable while wearing gloves.
The camera is also waterproof to 10 meters without a case. Add DJI’s invisible waterproof case and that depth rating increases to 50 meters, opening the door to underwater 360-degree footage without putting a bulky case into the shot.
AI keeps subjects in the frame
One of the more interesting software additions is AI-powered subject tracking. The Osmo 360 II can identify a subject and keep it centered as the camera rotates or changes orientation.
The camera also supports AI one-click image creation, along with NFC one-touch connection for faster setup. For creators who care about audio, the Osmo 360 II can connect directly to compatible DJI microphone transmitters, including the DJI Mic 3 and DJI Mic Mini 2, through OsmoAudio.
The Osmo 360 II uses a two-way magnetic quick-release system with a 1/4-inch threaded mount. That lets it work with DJI’s Osmo accessories as well as more traditional camera mounts.
Its battery is also compatible with the Osmo Action series, so if you own DJI action cameras, you can share accessories and batteries.
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