I knew it was coming and I was pretty sure it would have variable aperture functionality. And I was right. What I didn’t know or even guess about was the extra lenses also being announced, and these change the game quite dramatically.
Sadly, DJI haven’t made a review unit available at time of writing, but I am assured there will be one as soon as possible.
DJI’s first variable aperture action camera
The Osmo Action 6 is the first action camera to feature a variable aperture, offering a range of f/2.0 to f/4.0 and promising excellent low-light performance. It is also equipped with DJI’s custom 1/1.1-inch square CMOS sensor and 2.4 μm fusion large pixels, elevating the image quality found in an action camera.
The Osmo Action 6 breaks away from the traditional fixed-aperture design of action cameras, allowing users to choose from multiple aperture modes that suit a wide range of scenarios. With a maximum aperture of f/2.0, Osmo Action 6 allows more light to enter the shot and improves the image quality in low-light settings. In Auto mode, the Osmo Action 6 offers adaptive aperture range options, and the aperture adjusts automatically within each range to achieve clear results across various scenes from low-light night shots to bright, detailed landscapes. With Starburst mode, city lights become captivating starbursts, adding a stunning creative effect and interest to well-lit metropolitan scenes.
Creators can achieve a creative shallow depth of field in an action camera by using the Macro Lens accessory (sold separately), making close-ups of food, pets, and flowers stunningly beautiful. With the Macro Lens attached, the minimum focus distance is reduced from 35 cm to just 11 cm, allowing for crisp, close-up vlog selfies. For wide shots, when the Osmo Action 6 FOV Boost Lens (sold separately) is attached, the camera automatically switches to FOV Boost mode, expanding the native 155° field of view to 182°1, ideal for truly immersive, edge-to-edge POV action shots.
New 1/1.1-inch square sensor offers flagship-level image quality
The Osmo Action 6’s all-new 1/1.1-inch CMOS sensor with 2.4 μm fused large pixels delivers up to 13.5 stops of dynamic range to achieve crisp detail in high contrast settings. It also supports video recording up to 4K/120fps in a 4:3 ratio, and the larger sensor allows better low-light image quality, ensuring clear, detailed footage even in extremely dark environments. With its larger sensor, larger aperture, and new noise reduction technology, Osmo Action 6 enables SuperNight mode to provide clarity at night, capturing detailed video up to 4K/60fps in low-light conditions. Additionally, DJI’s 10-bit D-Log M colour system preserves highlight and shadow detail for greater flexibility in post‑production. Osmo Action 6 also provides an on‑screen D‑Log M preview for real‑time colour and exposure monitoring.
4K Custom mode: shoot now, crop later
Powered by DJI’s custom-designed square sensor, the Osmo Action 6 debuts the new 4K Custom mode that allows users to shoot first and crop later in post-production to frame video, making it possible to share creative videos across different social media platforms. Creators no longer need to manually position the camera horizontally and vertically to get their shot.
Smooth, super slow motion
A standout in slow-motion capture, Osmo Action 6 natively supports up to 4K/120fps slow-motion recording and can intelligently generate up to 32x Super Slow Motion playback at 1080p, creating stunning, high-definition visuals. By interpolating frames recorded at 1080p/240fps, the Osmo Action 6 achieves a slowdown effect equivalent to 960fps when played back at 1080p/30fps, providing a cinematic effect for action footage.
Professional-level features in an action camera
Experience pro-grade capture with the Osmo Action 6’s many professional features:
- RockSteady 3.0/RockSteady 3.0+, HorizonBalancing, and HorizonSteady stabilisation modes reduce camera shake, correct tilts to maintain the horizon level within ±45°, and eliminate roll axis shakes within 360° to maintain a level horizon while ensuring 4K/60fps high-definition quality
- 2x Lossless Zoom allows users to zoom in up to 2x without compromising 4K quality, ensuring faraway details remain clear and sharp
- Natural Wide FOV keeps a broad perspective while reducing vertical distortion
- Film Tone customises footage with a selection of six built-in film tones
- Portrait Mode intelligently detects and prioritises the subject while optimising exposure for true-to-life skin tones
- Subject Centring and Tracking intelligently tracks the subject to keep him or her in centre frame
The Osmo Action 6 is ready for any type of action, from diving and skiing to mountain biking and hiking. With an IP68 waterproof rating, the camera is waterproof up to 20 meters without a case and up to 60 meters with the waterproof case. Its industry-leading, built-in colour temperature sensor ensures true-to-life underwater colours, while the water pressure gauge records dive data.
Moments on the mountain or in any extreme environment are easy to capture thanks to Osmo Action 6’s cold-resistant design, suitable for temperatures as low as -20° C. The 4-hour battery life1 can outlast any adventure, and the battery can be fast-charged to 80% in just 22 minutes1. The standout 50GB of built-in storage ensures no moment is missed, even without a memory card on hand. Finally, gesture control and intelligent subject tracking make the recording experience hands-free, so creators can focus on the journey itself.
The creative features of the Osmo Action 6 cater to adventurers, travellers, and everyday vloggers. The Osmo Action 6’s variable aperture enables closer video selfies, and the new Natural Wide FOV keeps a broad perspective while reducing vertical distortion, delivering more natural-looking footage for travel and daily vlogs.
The benefits of the OsmoAudio™ Ecosystem
The Osmo Action 6 supports direct connection with up to two DJI microphone transmitters (compatible with Mic 2, Mic 3, or Mic Mini), ensuring high-quality audio without the need for a receiver. The dual connection allows creators to record two different sources – making it possible to capture a two-person conversation, or ambient sounds like engine sounds and a voice-over. Even without transmitters, the camera’s built-in three-mic array captures rich, stereo sound, while the intelligent noise reduction algorithm cuts through wind to ensure a loud and clear voice.
Price and Availability
The DJI Osmo Action 6 is available to order from store.dji.com and authorised retail partners, with shipping starting today, in the following configurations:
Osmo Action 6 Standard Combo – $669
- Includes Osmo Action 6, Osmo Action Extreme Battery Plus (1950 mAh), Osmo Dual-Direction Quick-Release Adapter Mount, Osmo Action Curved Adhesive Base, Osmo Locking Screw, USB-C to USB-C PD Cable, Osmo Action Anti-Slip Pad
Osmo Action 6 Adventure Combo – $839
- Includes everything in the Standard Combo, plus two additional Osmo Action Extreme Battery Plus, one additional Osmo Dual-Direction Quick-Release Adapter Mount, one additional Osmo Locking Screw, the Osmo Multifunctional Battery Case 3, and Osmo 1.5m Extension Rod
A range of dedicated accessories for every adventure can enhance the Osmo Action 6 filming experience. Each is sold separately.
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DJI OSMO Action 6 Cycle Kit Osmo Action 6 Macro Lens
- Osmo Action 6 FOV Boost Lens
- Osmo Action 6 Glass Lens Cover
- Osmo Action 6 ND Filter Set
- Osmo Action Dual-Direction Battery Handle
- Osmo Action Dual-Direction 360° Wrist Strap
- Osmo Action Dual-Direction Mini Handlebar Mount
- Osmo Action 6 Waterproof Case
- Osmo Multifunctional Battery Case 3
- Osmo 1.5m Extension Rod Kit (Dual-Direction Quick-Release)
- Osmo Flat Adhesive Base Kit (Dual-Direction Quick-Release)
- Osmo Road Cycling Accessory Kit (Dual-Direction Quick-Release)
- Osmo Action 6 Diving Accessory Kit