At IFA this week, DJI introduced the Osmo 360 II — a compact 360-degree camera that quietly redraws the boundary between professional imaging and everyday portability. Built around a pair of industry-first 1-inch square sensors, it captures the full sphere of human experience at 8K and 60 frames per second, a resolution most dedicated cameras still cannot reach. In a world where moments are increasingly worth preserving in their entirety, DJI's answer is a device small enough to carry anywhere, durable enough to survive it, and now thoughtfully designed to be repaired rather than replaced.
DJI Osmo 360 II Brings 8K 60fps Panoramic Video and Swappable Lenses
Capture the entire world around you in 8K, at 60 frames per second
Mark
So this is a 360 camera. What does that actually mean for someone who's never used one?
Mimi
It means the camera captures everything around it at once—not just what's in front of the lens, but behind it, to the sides, above, below. The full sphere. You end up with a complete panoramic view.
Luke
But you have to watch it on something that supports 360 video, right? Or it's just a weird stretched-out image on a regular screen?
Mimi
Right. On a phone or headset with 360 support, you can look around inside the video. On a flat screen, it's typically shown as a panorama or you can pan through it.
Mark
And the 8K at 60fps—why does that matter? Is that just a spec sheet number?
Mimi
It's resolution and smoothness. 8K means you're capturing four times the detail of 4K. 60fps means motion is fluid, no stuttering. Together, they mean you can zoom into the footage later and still have usable image quality, and fast action doesn't look choppy.
Luke
Though I'd want to know: how much storage does 8K 60fps actually consume? The camera has 105GB built in, but that's going to fill up fast.
Mimi
That's a fair question. The source doesn't specify the bitrate, so I can't tell you exactly how many minutes you get before you need to offload to an SD card.
Mark
What about the replaceable lenses? That seems unusual.
Mimi
It is. Most cameras, if you scratch the lens, you're either living with it or sending the whole thing in for repair. This one, you just swap the lens element out. It's a durability feature that acknowledges these cameras get used in rough conditions.
Luke
But we don't know the cost of a replacement lens, or how often you'd realistically need to replace one. That's marketing-friendly, but the real-world value depends on price and longevity.
Mark
Fair point. What's the battery life like?
Mimi
100 minutes of continuous 8K recording at 30fps. That's solid for a camera this size. And it charges to 80 percent in 22 minutes.
Luke
Again, though—that 100 minutes is at 30fps, not the headline 60fps. At 60fps, you're probably looking at less recording time, but the source doesn't say.
Mark
So the price—$899 Australian dollars for the base model. Is that competitive?
Mimi
I'd need to know what comparable 360 cameras cost to say for certain. But for a camera with dual 1-inch sensors and 8K capability, it doesn't sound outrageous.
Luke
And it's Australia-specific pricing at launch. We don't know global pricing or when it reaches other markets.
The Pulse
- The 360-degree camera market has long struggled to deliver broadcast-quality resolution without sacrificing portability — the Osmo 360 II arrives claiming to resolve that tension in a 183-gram body.
- Dual 1-inch square sensors with 14.5 stops of dynamic range represent an industry first, pushing low-light performance and HDR capability well beyond what previous compact 360 cameras could manage.
- Replaceable lenses — coated with ultra-hard optical film and available for purchase immediately — signal a practical rethinking of how action cameras age in the real world, shifting the cost of damage from the whole device to a single component.
- A 2150 mAh battery delivering 100 minutes of continuous 8K recording, paired with a 22-minute charge to 80 percent, addresses one of the most persistent frustrations of field shooting.
- Launching in Australia from late September at $899 AUD, with an adventure bundle at $1,079, the camera positions itself as a serious but accessible tool for creators who need the full picture.
At IFA this week, DJI introduced the Osmo 360 II — a compact 360-degree camera that quietly redraws the boundary between professional imaging and everyday portability. Built around a pair of industry-first 1-inch square sensors, it captures the full sphere of human experience at 8K and 60 frames per second, a resolution most dedicated cameras still cannot reach. In a world where moments are increasingly worth preserving in their entirety, DJI's answer is a device small enough to carry anywhere, durable enough to survive it, and now thoughtfully designed to be repaired rather than replaced.
DJI arrived at IFA this week with the Osmo 360 II, a successor to its year-old Osmo 360 that looks nearly unchanged on the outside — still 183 grams, still waterproof, still carrying 105GB of onboard storage — but carries substantially different engineering within.
The most significant shift is a pair of 1-inch square sensors, an industry first. Each sensor uses 2.4 micrometer pixels to improve low-light performance, supports HDR, and delivers 14.5 stops of dynamic range — meaning richer detail across the full brightness spectrum of any scene. From that foundation, the camera captures panoramic 8K video at 60fps, 4K slow-motion at 240fps, and timelapse footage at 16K across the full sphere. Still shooters can combine both sensors for a 120-megapixel image or use a single lens for a 30-megapixel frame.
One feature stands apart for its practicality: replaceable lenses. Coated with an ultra-hard optical film to resist scratches, the lenses can be swapped out when damaged rather than requiring the whole unit to be serviced. DJI is selling replacements immediately, a detail that speaks to how seriously they've considered the camera's real-world lifespan.
The battery has grown to 2150 mAh, supporting 100 minutes of continuous 8K recording at 30fps and charging to 80 percent in just 22 minutes. NFC Quick Connect enables fast pairing with the DJI Mimo app for live HD monitoring and remote control, while compatibility with DJI's OsmoAudio Direct Microphone Connection allows external wireless microphones to be wired in for improved audio.
In Australia, the standard bundle launches in late September at $899 AUD. An adventure combo — adding two Extreme Battery Plus units, a selfie stick, and a battery case — is priced at $1,079, with individual accessories available separately for those building out their kit over time.
DJI walked into IFA this week with a camera that does something most of its competitors still can't: capture the entire world around you in 8K, at 60 frames per second, without stopping. The Osmo 360 II is the company's answer to their own year-old Osmo 360, and while it looks nearly identical on the outside—still a compact 183 grams, still waterproof, still carrying 105GB of onboard storage—the engineering underneath has shifted significantly.
The heart of the upgrade sits in a pair of 1-inch square sensors, an industry first. Each one packs 2.4 micrometer pixels designed to drink in more light, which means the camera performs noticeably better when you're shooting in dim conditions. The sensors support HDR and deliver 14.5 stops of dynamic range, a specification that translates to richer detail in both the brightest and darkest parts of your frame. That's the foundation for everything else the camera can do.
What you can actually capture with those sensors is where the Osmo 360 II makes its case. The panoramic video at 8K and 60fps is the flagship spec—a full 360-degree view of whatever's happening around you, rendered at a resolution and frame rate that most dedicated 360 cameras still can't touch. If you want to slow things down, the camera will shoot 4K panoramic slow-motion at 240fps. There's also a timelapse mode that records in 16K resolution across the full sphere. For stills, you get a choice: use both sensors together for a 120-megapixel shot in 2:1 aspect ratio, or rely on a single lens for a 30-megapixel frame in 4:3.
One feature stands out as genuinely useful rather than merely impressive: replaceable lenses. The optical elements come coated with an ultra-hard film meant to resist scratches and wear. When a lens gets damaged—and with a camera this portable, it will—you don't send the whole unit back. You swap the lens. DJI is selling replacements immediately, which suggests they've thought through the real-world lifecycle of the device.
The battery is larger than before, now 2150 mAh, and DJI claims it will run continuously for 100 minutes while recording 8K video at 30fps. That's a meaningful jump in endurance for a camera this size. The battery also charges to 80 percent in 22 minutes, which matters when you're working in the field and time is short. The camera now includes NFC Quick Connect for pairing with your phone and the DJI Mimo app, letting you see a live HD feed and control the camera remotely. There's also integration with DJI's OsmoAudio Direct Microphone Connection, so you can wire in one of their wireless microphones if you need better audio than the camera's built-in mics can provide.
In Australia, where the camera launches later this month, the standard bundle costs $899 AUD. If you want more battery capacity and accessories—two Extreme Battery Plus units, a 1.2-meter selfie stick, and a multifunctional battery case—the adventure combo runs $1,079. Replacement lenses, battery extension rods, and clamp kits are available for purchase separately, which means you can build out your kit as your needs become clearer.
Notable Quotes
DJI claims the battery will run continuously for 100 minutes while recording 8K video at 30fps— DJI (company specification)
Want the full story?
Read the original at eftm.com ↗
Technology