DJI is finest recognized for its quadcopter drones, however over the previous few years, the corporate has been choosing just a few attention-grabbing fights with established gamers in adjoining markets. Today, DJI is releasing the third iteration of its Osmo collection of motion cameras, the Osmo 3. The new digicam ramps up the battery capability considerably, and makes the digicam extra creator-friendly than ever.

Numerous content material is consumed vertically these day — assume TikTok and the Stories options on numerous platforms, and one of many (on reflection apparent) updates to the digicam is that Osmo 3 is designed for use each in panorama and portrait orientation. The designers constructed the digicam round a 1770mAh battery, which lets the digicam file for 2 and a half hours. They’ve additionally added rapid-charge performance that’ll cost from lifeless to 80% in simply 18 minutes. In lower than an hour, it’ll be absolutely charged.

“Ever since we released the original Osmo Action in 2019, we have been continuously inspired by the stunning footage captured with it,” mentioned Paul Pan, senior product line supervisor at DJI. “As our users keep pushing further, moving faster and diving deeper, our mission is to provide a device built to keep up with them. Every new feature made Osmo Action 3 the most reliable, tough and easy-to-use action camera. We can’t wait to see what our users create when they push their limits with Osmo Action 3.”

The digicam shoots in 4K at 120 fps, and has a super-wide subject of view, with superior picture stabilization. The digicam additionally manages its temperature higher than earlier than; the corporate claims the digicam doesn’t want a little bit break to chill down. If you’ve got battery, you may file.

DJI Osmo Action 3 has a ‘delete selfie stick’ function, that makes the pole invisible as you’re cruising down the mountain. Image Credits: DJI

The digicam loves excessive circumstances, each when it comes to temperature and waterproofing. Surfing, snowboarding and a few snorkeling is all carried out with nice panache: You can take it right down to 16 meters depth with out extra waterproof housing, and the digicam can maintain performing at temperatures right down to -20ºC (-6ºF). It’s additionally drop-resistant to about 1.5 meters (5 ft).

Osmo Action 3 is accessible at this time, and is available in two packages: The Osmo Action 3 Standard Combo retails for $329 and consists of Osmo Action 3, one Osmo Action 3 Extreme Battery, the Osmo Action 3 Horizontal-Vertical Protective Frame, the Osmo Action 3 Quick-Release Adapter Mount and the Osmo Flat Adhesive Base. The Osmo Action 3 Adventure Combo retails for $439 and consists of the identical bundle, however with three batteries, two quick-release mounts and a battery case. A slew of equipment can be found, together with strap mounts, handlebar mounts, helmet and suction cup mounts, lens covers, and many others. You can learn more about the camera on the DJI website.