DJI Breaks Through the Limits of Fixed Aperture with Osmo Action 6 — DJI’s First Action Camera with Variable Aperture

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DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, unveils the Osmo Action 6, an all-in-one action camera introducing industry-first features, including a variable aperture, a new 1/1.1-inch square CMOS sensor and enhanced low-light performance.

As part of its real-world tests, the Osmo Action 6 was recently put through diverse scenarios across Hong Kong — from theme parks to great outdoors, from night cityscapes to watersports — showcasing its adaptability across bright daylight, low-light, motion-heavy and water-based environments.

DJI’s first variable aperture action camera

The Osmo Action 6 is DJI’s first action camera with a variable aperture (f/2.0–f/4.0), enabling superior low-light performance and creative exposure control. Paired with DJI’s custom 1/1.1-inch square CMOS sensor and 2.4 μm fusion large pixels, image quality receives a major leap in clarity and dynamic range.

In Hong Kong, creators tested the aperture across dynamic lighting — from the vibrant streets and thrilling island adventures to the panoramic viewpoints along Ngong Ping 360 — demonstrating how quickly the camera adapts to changing conditions.

Aerial views from Hong Kong captured on Osmo Action 6, showcasing its variable aperture in mixed lighting. Left side Aperture f/2.0 allow more light and deliver better low light performance. Right side Aperture f/4.0 allow lesser light compared with aperture f/2.0

The Osmo Action 6 introduces a new adjustable-aperture design, offering multiple aperture modes up to f/2.0 to allow more light and deliver better low-light performance. In Auto mode, the camera automatically adapts its aperture range to different scenes, from night environments to bright landscapes. A new Starburst mode enhances point light sources, creating striking star-shaped highlights in city shots.

Starburst mode emphasising the glowing installations at Hong Kong streets. Top without Starburst mode. Bottom with Starburst mode.

Optional accessories unlock even more creative control:

Macro Lens: reduces minimum focus distance from 35 cm to 11 cm for crisp food, pet or detail shots
FOV Boost Lens: expands the native 155° FOV to 182° for highly immersive POV footage

New 1/1.1-inch square sensor offers flagship-level image quality

The Osmo Action 6’s new 1/1.1-inch CMOS sensor with 2.4 μm fused large pixels delivers up to 13.5 stops of dynamic range, supports 4K/120fps recording in 4:3 and delivers impressive clarity in extremely dark environments. With its larger sensor, wider aperture and improved noise reduction, SuperNight mode captures detailed 4K/60fps night footage. DJI’s 10-bit D-Log M further preserves highlight and shadow detail, with an on-screen preview for real-time monitoring.

In the bustling night scenes of Hong Kong — from the shimmering Victoria Harbour skyline to the glowing festive displays at Hong Kong WinterFest — SuperNight mode preserved shadow detail while maintaining vivid, accurate colours.

Low-light performance showcased at Hong Kong WinterFest.

4K Custom Mode: Shoot Now, Crop Later

Powered by DJI’s custom-designed square sensor, the Osmo Action 6 debuts the new 4K Custom mode that allows users to shoot first and crop later for any aspect ratio, ideal for multi-platform content without repositioning the camera.

Osmo Action 6 now supports 4K Custom Mode, letting you reframe the same footage in different aspect ratios for seamless multi-platform use.

Smooth, Super Slow Motion

The Osmo Action 6 supports native 4K/120fps slow motion and up to 32x Super Slow Motion playback at 1080p through intelligent frame interpolation. The camera also achieves a slowdown effect equivalent to 960fps when played back at 1080p/30fps, providing a cinematic effect for action footage.

With an IP68 waterproof rating, the Osmo Action 6 is waterproof up to 20 m (60 m with the case) and tracks underwater colours with a built-in colour temperature sensor and pressure gauge.

Designed for extreme environments, it operates at -20°C, offers up to 4 hours of battery life, fast-charges to 80% in 22 minutes, and includes 50GB of built-in storage. Gesture control and subject tracking also allow hands-free recording.

For creators, the variable aperture supports closer selfie videos, and the new Natural Wide FOV delivers broad, natural-looking footage with reduced distortion, ideal for travel and daily vlogs.

Professional-Level Features In An Action Camera

Experience pro-grade capture with the Osmo Action 6’s many professional features:

RockSteady 3.0/RockSteady 3.0+, HorizonBalancing and HorizonSteady stabilization modes reduce camera shake, correct tilts to maintain the horizon level within ±45°, and eliminates roll axis shakes within 360° to maintain a level horizon while ensuring 4K/60fps high-definition quality
2x Lossless Zoom allows users to zoom in up to 2x without compromising 4K quality, ensuring faraway details remain clear and sharp
Natural Wide FOV keeps a broad perspective while reducing vertical distortion
Film Tone customizes footage with a selection of six built-in film tones
Portrait Mode intelligently detects and prioritizes the subject while optimizing exposure for true-to-life skin tones
Subject Centering and Tracking intelligently tracks the subject to keep him or her center frame

The Benefits of the OsmoAudio™ Ecosystem

The Osmo Action 6 connects directly to up to two DJI transmitters (Mic 2, Mic 3 or Mic Mini) for dual-source audio such as interviews or ambient sound and voice-over. Its three-mic array and noise reduction algorithm ensure clear stereo audio even in windy conditions.

Price and Availability

The DJI Osmo Action 6 is available to order from store.dji.com and authorized retail partners, with shipping starting today, in the following configurations:

Osmo Action 6 Standard Combo - RM2,079

Includes Osmo Action 6, Osmo Action Extreme Battery Plus (1950 mAh), Osmo Dual-Direction Quick-Release Adapter Mount, Osmo Action Curved Adhesive Base, Osmo Locking Screw, USB-C to USB-C PD Cable, Osmo Action Anti-Slip Pad

Osmo Action 6 Adventure Combo - RM2,569

Includes everything in the Standard Combo, plus two additional Osmo Action Extreme Battery Plus, one additional Osmo Dual-Direction Quick-Release Adapter Mount, one additional Osmo Locking Screw, the Osmo Multifunctional Battery Case 3, and Osmo 1.5m Extension Rod

Win a Trip to Hong Kong with DJI and the Hong Kong Tourism Board

To celebrate the launch, DJI Malaysia and Hong Kong Tourism Board are giving Malaysians the chance to experience Hong Kong’s breathtaking natural landscapes, vibrant night views and iconic attractions for themselves through two special giveaways:

1. Spend & Win Contest