New DJI Osmo is the first camera designed to create stable photos and videos in any condition

As you might have come across our post the other day with couple of sneak peeks of what has been widely expected to be the subject of DJI’s new announcement scheduled for today. Well, it looks like UAV Hive and ourselves have been spot on as DJI, the world leader in creative imaging technology, just announced the launch of the Osmo, an integrated camera and handheld stabilizer that opens the creative possibilities of cameras in movement.

dji osmo

Using DJI’s signature three-axis gimbal stabilization technology, the Osmo eliminates the shake of traditional handheld devices, creating cinematic shots in an easy-to-use, easy-to-set up form factor.

The modular format of the Osmo makes it fully compatible with DJI’s Zenmuse camera series, but comes standard with a 4K, 12-megapixel camera with a 1/2.3” sensor and a 94° field-of-view lens.

“DJI consistently refines the way cameras move in space – whether they are in the air or on the ground,” said Frank Wang, DJI CEO and Founder. “With the Osmo, we have created a camera specifically designed to capture a smooth moving image regardless of filming conditions.”

Intelligent controls built into the handle make changing between shooting angles, capturing photos or recording video effortless.

Creators can view live images of what the camera captures, adjust camera settings and control smart filming functions including –

DJI Osmo Panorama

Take a picture and the camera will automatically pan around 360°, taking and stitching overlapping photos to create a panorama. Here is an example of the flawless panorama shot shots made possible by the DJI Osmo. It’s nothing out of the ordinary, but it sure is handy to be able to create panos in a smooth way and if you have a tripod accessory, you can actually include yourself in the shot making it the ultimate pano selfie.

Read our new post from Lynh Phan with his DJI Osmo Tips.

dji osmo panorama

DJI Osmo Long Exposure

The DJI Osmo long exposure mode makes handheld long-exposures crisp using the camera’s stabilization technology.

Slow Motion

Using the DJI Osmo’s slow motion capabilities, you can capture slow motion shots at 120 frames-per-second (fps) up to 1080p

Its onboard universal mount works together with an included smartphone holder in addition to other optional accessories including a tripod, a bike mount or an extension arm.

The Osmo handle comes equipped with an on-board stereo microphone, as well as a 3.5mm audio jack for recording professional-quality external sound so it enables your otherwise “deaf” Inspire camera to record sound.

“Traditional handheld cameras are either shaky, or require bulky stabilizers that are difficult to set up,” said Paul Pan, DJI’s Senior Product Manager. “The Osmo moves the experience of handheld filmmaking from capturing what happened, to sharing expressive, smooth video that shows what an experience was like.”

DJI Osmo Handle Available Separately

Good news for existing DJI Inspire 1 owners that the Osmo handle can be bought separately without a camera, is fully compatible with DJI’s existing Zenmuse series, making it the perfect accessory for everyone who already owns an Inspire 1 with a Zenmuse X3, a Zenmuse X5 Pro or a Zenmuse X5 Raw.

DJI Osmo Accessories

Tripod – Place the Osmo securely on almost any surface.
Extension Rod – Reach out further for all new angles. Combine with the Tripod for added height. Bike Mount – Lock the Osmo to your bike for a new kind of bike movie.
Universal Mount – Add extra microphone or LED light to your Osmo.
Straight Extension Arm – Mount two accessories to your Osmo at the same time.

The Osmo is available for pre-order at the DJI Store for $649 and £ 549 and will begin shipping October 15.

DJI Osmo Intro Video

More DJI Osmo Videos

 

There are 4 comments:

  • Rich at 2:49 pm

    I will get one once it’s shipping and a few people have used it in the real world.

    Web site says ships in 15 days last I looked…

  • Paul at 12:15 am

    feiyu G4 / GS

  • Soaring Sky at 5:49 pm

    Awesome review dronethusiast! We are so excited for this new DJI release at Soaring Sky. It’s really going to help add a cinematic effect to any video.

  • Gerard at 8:51 pm

    This is indeed a very nice looking product. Mine just arrived after a little delay. I want to activate the Osmo, but can’t active it since the Android app isn’t working ok. Are some other users experiencing this problem?

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