DJI Osmo 360

The Osmo 360 is DJI's first 360-degree camera, and it doesn't feel like a cautious debut. It is built around two large, square image sensors, bigger than what 360 cameras have typically used. For a category that has long struggled once the light fades, that is the right place to spend effort, and it gives the camera a credible claim to better low-light results.

DJI has also gone its own way on design. Insta360's cameras stand tall and narrow. The Osmo 360 is squatter, with a wide, landscape-oriented screen. That should make framing and menu navigation feel more natural, though how it handles in hand will come down to personal preference. Built-in storage alongside a microSD slot is a thoughtful touch, giving you a fallback if you forget a card.

This camera suits enthusiasts and creators who want high-resolution immersive footage and stills, especially anyone who shoots in dim conditions or around water. Prospective buyers in the US, and Android users in particular, should read the caveats below before committing.

On image capture, the Osmo 360 looks like a serious contender. Several things stand out:

• Resolution: 8K 360-degree video and 120-megapixel stills give real room for reframing and cropping.
• Flexibility: you can switch to a single lens for up to 5K video when you don't need a full sphere.
• Grading: 10-bit color support helps footage hold up in post.
• Battery: battery life is reported as excellent, which matters a lot in a power-hungry dual-sensor camera.
• Water use: it is waterproof to 10 meters without a case, and to 50 meters with a separate housing, so it works as an adventure camera too.

The problems lie mostly outside the hardware:

• App access: the DJI Mimo app is not on the Google Play Store, which adds friction for Android users.
• US availability: FCC rulings make it uncertain whether DJI cameras will remain on sale in the US. That could affect availability and long-term support.
• Editing: there are no plugins for Final Cut Pro X or Premiere, a notable gap for anyone who edits 360 footage on a desktop.
• Lenses: the lenses are not replaceable, so a scratched or cracked lens is a more serious problem on a camera whose protruding lenses are inherently exposed.

We have no verified pricing, so we can't judge value for money, and that is a meaningful gap in any recommendation. Judged on capability alone, the Osmo 360 is an impressive first attempt, and its sensor size and resolution could set a new bar. The software and availability issues are real enough to keep it from a top score. We rate it 4 out of 5: strongly worth considering, especially if you edit mainly in DJI's own ecosystem and live where the regulatory picture doesn't affect you.