DJI Osmo 360 II Review

Quick Summary

The Osmo 360 II is DJI's second-generation 360-degree camera, and it is aimed at riders, travellers and creators who want sharp 360 footage that still looks good after dark. Its headline is native 8K at 60 fps from two large 1/1.1-inch sensors, backed by built-in storage, user-replaceable lenses and DJI's easy Mimo app. The compromise is price and editing effort: 360 video always needs reframing, and this generation costs much more than the original Osmo 360. On Amazon.in the Standard Combo sells for about ₹61,990 and the Adventure Combo for about ₹77,990.

Design & Build Quality

At 183 g and roughly the size of a chunky phone cut in half, the Osmo 360 II is light enough for a helmet or a long selfie stick, and its squat shape sits well in the hand. The IP68 rating and 10-metre waterproofing mean monsoon rides, beach days and river crossings are no cause for worry, and the operating range of up to 45 °C gives useful headroom on hot Indian summer days.

The most practical design change is that the lenses are user-replaceable. Bulging 360 lenses are always the first thing to get scratched, and being able to swap one yourself, instead of sending the camera for repair, is a real saving over years of rough use. DJI's dual-direction quick-release and a standard 1/4-inch thread make mounting quick on Osmo accessories or ordinary tripods.

Image & Video Quality

Native 8K at 60 fps is the big step forward. When you reframe a 360 clip into a normal flat video you only use a slice of the sphere, so the extra resolution and frame rate translate into sharper, smoother final videos, especially for fast action on a bike or a ski slope. Panoramic photos at 120 MP give plenty of detail for virtual tours.

Low light is where the 360 II stands out among 360 cameras. The dual 1/1.1-inch sensors are large for this class, and the SuperNight modes in panorama and single-lens shooting are designed for evening streets, festival lights and night rides. Cleaner night footage is the main reason to pay the premium over the first Osmo 360.

Single-Lens mode turns it into a conventional action camera at up to 4K 60 fps, with Boost Video at up to 120 fps and vertical 9:16 framing for reels. It is a useful extra, though a dedicated action camera remains simpler for people who only ever shoot flat video.

Stabilisation & Shooting Modes

RockSteady 3.0 and HorizonSteady keep footage steady and level on bumpy roads, and in 360 mode you choose the stabilisation at export, so you are never locked in. HorizonSteady in single-lens mode works only up to 60 fps, which is worth remembering for slow-motion clips.

The creative modes are generous: Selfie Mode for framed vlogs, Spotlight Follow to keep a subject in view, Vortex for dramatic spinning shots at up to 8K 120 fps, and 16K timelapse. Pre-recording of up to five minutes is handy for rides and wildlife moments that happen before you press the button.

Battery Life & Storage

DJI rates the 2,150 mAh battery for up to 100 minutes of 8K 30 fps panoramic recording under lab conditions. Real days with Wi-Fi, the screen and higher frame rates will be shorter, so the Adventure Combo's three batteries and charging case make a big difference for full-day trips.

The 128 GB of built-in storage, with 105 GB usable, is a genuine convenience: the camera is ready to shoot out of the box and you have a backup if you forget a card. A microSD slot up to 1 TB is still there, and you will need it, because 8K files fill even 105 GB quickly.

App, Editing & Connectivity

The DJI Mimo app handles reframing, auto-editing and filters, and DJI Studio covers desktop exports. Editing 8K 360 footage is demanding, so a recent phone with plenty of storage, or a capable laptop, makes the workflow far smoother. Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4 help with faster transfers and a stable connection to the phone.

Features Assessment

The features that matter most here are practical ones: replaceable lenses, built-in storage, strong low-light modes, long pre-recording and wide temperature tolerance. Four microphones help capture fuller sound for 360 video. The missing piece is underwater 360 shooting without the separate Waterproof Case, which DJI does not recommend because of stitching errors.

Ease of Use

Shooting is simple: power on, pick a mode on the 2-inch touchscreen and record, without worrying about framing. The learning curve is in post-production, where reframing and choosing angles take practice. Beginners will find the Mimo app's automatic edits a good starting point, while experienced editors can take full control in DJI Studio.

Value for Money

At about ₹61,990 for the Standard Combo and ₹77,990 for the Adventure Combo on Amazon.in, the Osmo 360 II sits in the premium bracket. The original Osmo 360 Standard Combo sells for about ₹36,990 today, so the second generation costs a lot more. That premium buys 8K at 60 fps, better low-light capability, replaceable lenses and built-in storage. For night riders and serious creators it is justified; for casual daytime users, the older model is far better value. The Adventure Combo is the smarter choice for long trips because it adds two extra batteries, a charging case and the invisible selfie stick.

Who Should Buy It?

Motorcycle riders and cyclists who shoot in the evening as well as by day. Travel creators who want 8K 360 footage and plenty of creative modes. Vloggers who want built-in storage and quick reframing in a phone app. Real-estate and hospitality users who need high-resolution panoramic photos.

Who Should Consider Alternatives?

Daytime shooters on a budget should look at the original DJI Osmo 360, which costs much less. Those already used to another 360 ecosystem can compare the Insta360 X-series. Anyone who only wants flat action video, with no editing step, is better served by a single-lens action camera such as the DJI Osmo Action series. Divers should budget for the separate Waterproof Case.