DJI Launches Osmo Action 6: A New Era for Action Cameras

DJI has officially announced the global release of its Osmo Action 6 action camera, marking a significant advancement in the action camera market. This model introduces a variable aperture, a first for action cameras, allowing users greater control over exposure. The camera features a new square Type 1/1.1-inch CMOS sensor, which enhances image quality and provides flexibility for cropping videos into various aspect ratios, including those suitable for social media.

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The Osmo Action 6 boasts a variable aperture ranging from f/2.0 to f/4.0, enabling it to capture more light in low-light conditions and reduce motion blur. This capability is complemented by the camera's ability to shoot 4K video at up to 120 frames per second (fps) in a 4:3 aspect ratio, and it can achieve slow-motion recording at 1080p up to 960 fps through frame interpolation. The internal storage has been increased to 50GB, expandable via a microSD card up to 1TB.

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The camera is designed to withstand extreme conditions, being waterproof to depths of over 65 feet and functional in temperatures as low as -4 degrees Fahrenheit. It also includes DJI's RockSteady 3.0 stabilization technology and a three-mic array for improved audio capture.

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The Osmo Action 6 is priced at approximately 2,998 yuan (around $422) in China, €379 in Europe, and £329 in the UK. However, it will not be available through DJI's official online store in the United States, with no confirmed date for when this might change. It can be purchased through third-party retailers such as B&H Photo Video.

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While the Osmo Action 6 presents several innovative features, some critics have noted limitations in its aperture control. Users can only select a fixed aperture at f/2.8 or utilize an automatic setting that varies between f/2.0 and f/4.0, which may restrict creative control for advanced users.

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DJI has emphasized that the Osmo Action 6 combines flagship imaging technology with several industry-first features, aiming to elevate the action camera experience. The company has not provided specific details regarding the camera's availability in the U.S., stating only that it is uncertain when this situation will change.

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• “The DJI Osmo Action 6 is the first action camera with this capability, which DJI says delivers excellent low-light performance.” — DJI Representative

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• “As for the company’s standard Osmo Action series cameras, the latest addition, the Osmo Action 6, promises to combine DJI’s “flagship imaging” technology to deliver “several industry-firsts” in the action camera space.” — DJI Representative

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As the Osmo Action 6 gains traction in international markets, users and reviewers alike will be closely monitoring its performance and reception, particularly in comparison to competitors like the GoPro Hero 13 Black. Future updates from DJI may also clarify the camera's availability in the U.S. market.

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