DJI Osmo Action 6 Officially Released: 4 Key Upgrades You Need to Know

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DJI Osmo Action 6 Availability

November 13, 2025DJI Official release of the new generation of sports cameras The Insta360+ service offers cloud storage ranging from 200GB to 2TB.DJI Osmo Action 6"The Hong Kong version starts at HKD 3,349 for $, while the Taiwan version starts at NTD 15,290 for $.The

The debut of Osmo Action 6 means that the positioning of "sports cameras" may be undergoing a fundamental change - unlike the previous fine-tuning of functions, Osmo Action 6 brings a quantum leap in terms of sensor size, lens, and coding system, all upgraded. DJI's goal is clear: to create an all-in-one camera that is both high-definition and extremely portable for extreme sports enthusiasts, professional photographers, and content creators.

Major competitor Insta360 has also been making moves, officially launching the Insta360 Ace Pro 2 "Flashprint Bundle" and "Filmmaker Bundle" on November 12. The Ace Pro 2 was originally released in October 2024, marking just over one year on the market. Following these new bundle releases, Insta360 is expected to launch the Ace Pro 3 within the next six months, setting up a direct showdown with the DJI Osmo Action 6.

Insta360 Ace Pro 2 Image Master Kit

With the new DJI Osmo Action 6.Older Popular Models Osmo Action 5 Pro up to Insta360 Ace Pro 2A significant discount is expected.For those who want to take advantage of the "Best Price" on these two popular sports cameras, this offer is not to be missed.

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DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro

For information on the latest product promotions, please refer to DJI Official Website up to Insta360 website

Upgrade 1: 1/1.1-Inch Square Image Sensor + 2-Step Variable Aperture

✅ 1/1.1-inch sensor, same as DJI Osmo 360, for easier night photography
✅ Variable aperture F2.0 - F4.0
✅ Dual OLED screens

The biggest breakthrough in this upgrade of the DJI Osmo Action 6 lies in its image sensor—it is equipped with a 1/1.1-inch stacked CMOS image sensor co-customized and developed by DJI and Sony. This size not only surpasses the conventional standard of traditional action cameras, but also directly ranks among the level of high-end smartphones, laying a solid foundation for the all-round upgrade of image quality.

Meanwhile, it’s worth noting that the Osmo Action 6 is set to become the world’s first action camera with a variable aperture—and here’s the standout detail: its aperture can be physically adjusted between F2.0 and F4.0, with an equivalent focal length of 16mm.

To ensure their footage has a large depth of field—where everything, near or far, stays sharply focused—traditional action cameras typically use fixed, relatively small apertures (such as F2.8 or smaller). Here’s the catch with this design: first, in low-light environments, the insufficient light intake leads to obvious noise in image quality; second, when recording close-up shots, there’s a lack of natural optical blur for cluttered backgrounds. The variable aperture technology of the DJI Osmo Action 6 not only solves these two "industry pain points" but also enhances both image quality and creative flexibility.

The large F2.0 aperture ensures sufficient light intake in extreme low-light conditions, while the small F4.0 aperture prevents overexposure in bright outdoor scenarios. This allows creators to operate it just like a professional camera, precisely control exposure settings, and perfectly meet the dual needs of low-light performance and depth of field.

But compared to its predecessor, the Osmo Action 5 Pro, the Osmo Action 6 will also have a larger body.

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Upgrade 2: Pro-Grade Video Specs – Including a 32x Super Slow-Motion Mode That’s a Total Game-Changer

DJI Osmo Action 6 It is a direct response to the needs of professional creation:

✅ 4K 120 fps Slow Motion Recording
✅ 4K 60 fps free cropping mode, every frame can be used as a high-quality still photo
✅ New Wide Lens (Maximum FOV 182°) & Macro Lens (closest focus 11 cm)
✅ Up to 32x Super Slow Motion
✅ Portrait Mode, Gesture Control, Built-in Film Tint, 2x Lossless Zoom

Macro Lens

Upgrade 3: Blazing Battery Life + 50GB Built-In Storage

It has achieved upgrades in practical user experience, while the parameter-based gap between it and the Osmo Action 5 Pro in this respect is not noticeable.

it's worth mentioning that Osmo Action 6 Built-in color temperature sensor and water pressure meter. When entering the water, the camera can automatically detect the color temperature change of the environment, and accurately restore the skin color and seawater color, and at the same time, it can intelligently sense the change of water pressure, realizing the automatic recording into the water, and automatic stopping out of the water, which is a very friendly upgrade for shallow and deep enthusiasts.

✅ Extended water resistance of 20m for bare metal and 60m with waterproof case installed.
✅ Extended 4h battery life in 1080p mode & built-in 1950mAh battery
✅ 50GB internal storage as standard, for emergency use when SD memory card runs out
✅ Two way quick release design

Built-in 50GB internal memory

Upgrade 4: Enhanced Ecosystem Connectivity

Osmo Action 6 supports the OsmoAudio™ Audio Ecosystem, allowing simultaneous Bluetooth connection to two DJI Mic 2 or Mic Mini transmitters—completely eliminating the need for a receiver. Whether in extreme sports scenarios or daily Vlog recording, it delivers clear and stable audio performance. In addition, the battery of Osmo Action 6 is also compatible with Osmo Action 5 Pro and Osmo 360 panoramic cameras. For those who own multiple Osmo series cameras, this unified ecosystem can not only effectively reduce the cost of purchasing accessories but also enable more flexible creation.

Osmo Action 6 also introduces a smartwatch connectivity feature, enabling remote control, GPS route tracking, heart rate synchronization, and accurate integration of real-time data such as speed and altitude—greatly enhancing the sports shooting experience.

✅ Direct Connection for Osmo Audio Dual Microphones
✅ Remote Control: Effortlessly achieve remote monitoring and recording start/stop via Apple Watch or Garmin watch
✅ Data Overlay: The screen real - time displays sports data such as heart rate, GPS track, moving speed and altitude, making the video content more data - persuasive

DJI Osmo Action 6 Advantages

DJI Osmo Action 6 Benefits
  • The First Action Camera with a Variable Aperture: Equipped with an F2.0-F4.0 variable aperture, it automatically adjusts to the environment to enhance low-light image quality and depth of field control. It also supports a starburst mode, perfectly suited for night photography and creative shooting.
  • 1/1.1-inch Image Sensor: Its light-sensitive area is nearly 40% larger than that of the previous-generation Osmo Action 5 Pro, with a dynamic range of 13.5 stops, significantly improving low-light performance.
  • Free Cropping Function: The square sensor supports "shoot first, crop later", allowing flexible switching between landscape (16:9) and portrait (9:16) aspect ratios
  • Diverse Lens Expansion Options: Features a native 155° ultra-wide angle lens, which can be expanded to 182° with a wide-angle adapter—ideal for cycling and skiing; a newly added macro lens supports recording at 11cm, perfect for close-up shots
  • Rich Smart Features: Supports Subject Tracking (keeping people centered), Gesture Control, built-in Film Filters, and also offers 2x Lossless Zoom, enhancing shooting efficiency and creative fun
  • Built-in 50GB Storage Space, while supporting external Micro SD memory cards with a maximum capacity of 1TB for flexible storage expansion
  • Compatible with OsmoAudio Dual Microphones via Direct Connection, enabling high-quality audio recording without the need for a receiver
  • 10-bit D-Log M Color Profile supports professional post-production and maintains color consistency with DJI drones, compact cameras, and other devices, facilitating multi-camera mixed editing and post-processing

DJI Osmo Action 6 Disadvantages

DJI Osmo Action 6 Disadvantages
  • Higher Price Point: The standard version is priced at HKD $3,349, representing a significant increase compared to the previous-generation Action 5 Pro (HKD $2,899); the cost will further rise when purchasing additional accessories such as batteries and waterproof cases.
  • Limited Improvement in Image Quality: For regular 4:3 recording, the actual imaging area of the 1/1.1-inch image sensor is not significantly different from the 1/1.3-inch sensor in the Action 5 Pro. In scenarios with sufficient daily lighting, it’s hard to perceive a noticeable improvement in image quality.
  • Issues with Functionality and Accessory Compatibility: New features such as starburst and macro modes have low practicality for the average user
  • The physical structure of the camera with a variable aperture increases the risk of reduced durability.
  • Some older accessories (such as protective frames) are incompatible with the new interface.

DJI Osmo Action 6 Set

Osmo Action 6 has launched a variety of exclusive bundles tailored to different usage scenarios, including versions for "Skiing 🎿", "Cycling 🚴", "Hiking ⛰️", "Vlogging", "Diving 🤿" and more. Each bundle comes with all the necessary accessories for its respective scenario, meeting different shooting needs. If you have a clear use case in mind, you might as well choose the corresponding bundle directly—it saves you the hassle of selecting accessories one by one, so you can unbox and start shooting right away.

Specifications Comparison: DJI Osmo Action 6 vs DJI Action 5 Pro

DJI Osmo Action 6DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
PriceHKD $3,349
NTD $15,290
HKD $2,899
USD $349
Weights149 g146 g
screenOLED Screen & High Definition DisplayOLED Screen & High Definition Display
Built-in memory50 GB47 GB
sensorSquare 1/1.1" CMOS1/1.3" CMOS
apertureF2.0 - F4.0 Variable apertureF2.8 fixed aperture
Movie Resolution4K 120 fps4K 120 fps
4K free cropping mode
anti-hand tremorRockSteady 4.0RockSteady 3.0
stabilize4K Horizon Stabilization
4K Horizontal Correction
2.7 K Horizon Stabilization
4K Horizontal Correction
quick releaseBi-directional quick releaseUnidirectional quick release
Running Time4 hours (240 minutes)4 hours (240 minutes)
Waterproofing20 m20 m
Built-in pressure gauge, water in the shoot, water out of the stop shoot
Osmo Audio Dual Microphone Direct Connect
Official website purchase linkOfficial website purchase link

If it's only used for basic scenarios like recording daily life or travel vlogs, it actually feels... DJI Action 5 Pro It offers better value for money (lower price, longer battery life, waterproofing, and better image quality).

Upgrade Points
  • F2.0~F4.0 Variable Aperture
  • Newly designed 1/1.1" square CMOS sensor
  • 4K Free Crop Mode
  • 4K HorizonSteady
  • Built-in storage expandable to 50GB
  • Experience: New Portrait Mode, Gesture Operation, Film Tint, 2x Lossless Zoom

Specification Comparison::Insta360 Ace Pro 2 vs DJI Osmo Action 6 vs DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro

In addition to comparing it with the previous generation Osmo Action 5 Pro, this article also provides a comparison of the specifications of the DJI Osmo Action 6 and the Insta360 Ace 2 Pro, in order to comprehensively evaluate the core upgrade highlights of the Osmo Action 6.

If you want to shoot highly creative videos that are suitable for diverse scenarios, this is the first choice. Ace Pro 2If you want to focus more on maximizing optical performance and capturing high-quality single still photos, the newly upgraded... Osmo Action 6 That would be a better choice; if you're only considering cost-effectiveness, I recommend the one with the best price. Osmo Action 5 ProThe

Insta360 Ace Pro 2DJI Osmo Action 6 DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
Biggest selling point8K resolution
Simple and smooth operation, perfect for video editing.
Variable aperture
Large image sensor
High cost performance
20m waterproof
Long recording
Sensor size1/1.31/1.11/1.3
F-valuefixed
2.6
variable
2.0~4.0
fixed
2.6
Image quality8K30fps
4K120fps
4K120fps4K120fps
HDR recording4K60fps 4K60fps4K60fps
photo pixels50 million pixels38 million pixels40 million pixels
Maximum wide-angle FOV157 degrees155 degrees155 degrees
Optional lensesSuper wide-angle lens
Movie Lens
Black fog lens
Stardust Lens
Super wide-angle lensSuper wide-angle lens
Bitrate8 Bit10-bit D-Log M10-bit D-Log M
Shooting mode8K time-lapse recording
Starlapse
Time Wrap
Slow motion recording
4K time-lapse recording
Starlapse
Time Wrap
Slow motion recording
4K time-lapse recording
Starlapse
Time Wrap
Slow motion recording
anti-hand tremorFlowState
4K horizontal correction
RockSteady 4.0
4K horizontal correction
RockSteady 3.0
2.7K horizontal correction
 Simultaneous horizontal and vertical recording
Lossless zoom
Battery Capacity1800mAh1950mAh 1950mAh
Weights177.8g149 g 👍146 g 👍
Longest continuous recording time112 minutes
(4K 30fps)  
145 minutes
(4K 30fps)  
149 minutes
(4K 30fps)  
Quick Charge
0→100%
47 minutes53 minutes53 minutes
MemoryExternal SD memory cardBuilt-in 50 GB
+ Supports SD memory cards 👍
Built-in 47 GB
+ Supports SD memory cards 👍
Waterproofing12 m20 m 👍20 m 👍
Recording temperature-20℃ to 45℃ -20℃ to 45℃ -20℃ to 45℃ 
Flip screen
Gesture control for filming
Sound-controlled filming
Video editingAI assistant + automatic editing 👍Automatic editingAutomatic editing
Magnetic quick-release bracket
size72 × 52 × 38 mm73 × 47 × 33 mm71 × 44 × 33 mm
PriceFrom HKD $3, 149
NTD $14,990 and up
From HKD $3,349
NTD $15, starting from 290
From HKD $2,899
NTD $13, starting from 290
Official WebsiteOfficial website purchase linkOfficial website purchase linkOfficial website purchase link

Conclusion: The Evolution of Action Cameras – From "Sports Recording Tools" to "Street Photography Creative Gear"

DJI Osmo Action 6’s launch will officially kick off the transition of action cameras from "simply recording sports moments" to becoming a creative tool. This compact camera that can easily fit into your pocket combines image quality performance close to that of professional cameras, a precisely adjustable variable aperture, and efficient and smooth encoding capabilities. By integrating the attribute of "daily street photography", it has elevated the ways to use action cameras.

I will also buy it. Osmo Action 6 After in-depth testing, we will release detailed user reviews and real-world experiences. Stay tuned!


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