DJI has officially unveiled the second generation of its panoramic action camera, introducing a series of targeted refinements over its predecessor at a modest price increase. The Osmo 360 II directly tackles the most common complaint about the original model—fragile, non-replaceable lenses—by offering more durable optics that can be swapped out in the field. Alongside the lens upgrade, the new camera delivers slightly higher frame rates, expanded dynamic range, stronger low-light performance, and longer-lasting battery endurance.
The original Osmo 360 features a dual-lens setup on each side of the device, effectively doubling the risk of scratches and damage. The Osmo 360 II addresses this with an “ultra-hard” lens coating designed to resist impact and abrasion, while also allowing users to replace damaged lenses for €39 per pair (approximately $45). This makes the camera considerably more practical for mountain bikers, skiers, and other extreme sports enthusiasts who frequently expose their gear to harsh conditions.
At its core, the Osmo 360 II retains the same 1-inch square sensor capable of capturing 8K 360-degree video. However, DJI has pushed the dynamic range from 13.5 to 14.5 stops and increased the maximum frame rate from 50 fps to 60 fps, while 4K recording now reaches 120 fps compared to the previous 100 fps. The camera continues to support 10-bit D-LogM and HDR capture for professional color grading workflows.
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Low-light performance receives a significant boost through DJI’s new AI SuperNight 2.0 noise-reduction algorithm, which the company claims produces exceptionally clean and bright footage in dim conditions. DJI credits the camera’s large pixel size and processing speed for maintaining sharpness and minimizing motion blur in low-light scenarios—an issue that was notably highlighted in reviews of the previous generation.
Battery capacity has been increased from 1,950mAh to 2,150mAh, though continuous recording time remains capped at 100 minutes when shooting 8K at 30 fps. Charging has been improved as well, with the camera now reaching 80 percent capacity in just 22 minutes. As with the prior model, an optional battery extension rod can push total recording time to 180 minutes. Additional new features include support for 16K 30 fps timelapses (up from 8K), an enhanced 8K 120 fps Vortex mode for creating 360-degree barrel roll effects (up from 6K), and HDR processing for 120MP 360-degree still photography.
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The Osmo 360 II retains 105GB of built-in storage, doubling the capacity offered by its closest competitor, the Insta360 X6. Audio capabilities include a built-in four-microphone array with wind noise reduction for improved ambient sound capture, along with broad compatibility across DJI’s wireless microphone lineup, including the DJI Mic 3, DJI Mic 2, DJI Mic Mini 2S, DJI Mic Mini 2, and DJI Mic Mini. The camera also supports a wide range of DJI and GoPro accessories, and now features one-tap NFC pairing with the DJI Mimo app. While video editing remains centered on the DJI Studio app, DJI has recently introduced a DaVinci Resolve plugin that allows direct import of 360-degree footage into the popular editing platform.
Following DJI’s typical release pattern, the Osmo 360 II has already launched in Asian markets and will expand to Europe later in September. Pricing is set at £509 in the UK or €589 in Europe for the Standard Combo, while the Adventure Combo—which includes additional batteries, a charger, and a protective case—is priced at £639 in the UK and €739 in the EU. Despite a recent legal victory in court, the camera will not be available in the United States for the time being.