Finally, DJI has officially unveiled the Osmo Action 6, which is one of the most unique camera action announcements, as it features the world’s first variable aperture (f/2.0 to f/4.0). The camera utilizes a newly developed 1/1.1-inch square CMOS sensor (equivalent to a 2.4μm pixel size) that enhances the camera’s overall performance in terms of low-light capabilities, dynamic range, and adds creative flexibility to the camera.
The Action 6 camera breaks away many limitations that are generally faced by fixed lens camera. It does carry lot of innovative feature that breaks away the shell of traditional action camera, making it more diverse and versatile to use. Despite adding a variable aperture, there is no compromise in the construction ruggedness of the camera. The new action camera offers an IP68 rating and is waterproof to 20 meters without a case and 60 meters with the waterproof case.
Action 6 Now available at B&H Store bhpho.to/4nYdw5n
Take a look at the core specification of the Action 6 camera
Key Highlights of the DJI Osmo Action 6
- Industry-First Variable Aperture (f/2.0 – f/4.0): You can adjust exposure and depth of field on go while shooting. And even if you don’t want to handle the camera manually, it does a job very perfectly while maintaining the exposure triangle at its AUTO setting. Open to f/2.0 for capturing as much light as possible in low-light scenarios, as well the f/4.0 used to deliver excellent results in bright sunlight – no ND filters required. (Although – The Osmo Action 6 is compatible with DJI’s extensive list of accessories, including the ND filter set.)
- 1/1.1-inch Square Sensor: Now we have a larger than the 1/1.3-inch sensor in the Osmo Action 5 Pro, DJI says that the new sensor offers 13.5 stops of dynamic range, exceptional noise control, and true 4K flexibility across aspect ratios. The introduction of square sensor format, which we recently saw in the selfie camera of Apple’s latest iPhone 17 camera series, gives the camera more room for electronic image stabilization and unlocks the ability to adjust aspect ratio in post more easily without technically moving the smartphone.
- Square Sensor Advantage: Shoot in native 4:3 and crop freely to 16:9 or 9:16 in 4K without resolution loss – perfect for multi-platform content creators (YouTube, TikTok, Instagram Reels).
- Video Capabilities:
- Up to 4K/120fps (4:3 native, including 16:9 and 9:16)
- Super Night Mode for clean 4K/60fps in extreme low light
- Native slow-motion up to 4K/120fps
- 10-bit D-Log M with in-camera preview for professional color grading
- Creative Lens Accessories (Sold Separately):
- Macro Lens: Reduces minimum focus distance from 35cm to 11cm, enabling beautiful bokeh and shallow depth-of-field close-ups of food, insects, flowers, or pets.
- FOV Boost Lens: Expands the standard 155° ultra-wide view to an immersive 182°.
- Advanced Stabilization: Latest RockSteady 3.0+ and HorizonSteady now available in full 4K.
- Rugged Build: 20m waterproof without case (60m with optional case), dual OLED touchscreens (800 nits brightness), subject tracking, gesture/voice control, and improved OsmoAudio ecosystem (supports two DJI Mic transmitters wirelessly).
Pricing and Availability (USA Market)
- Osmo Action 6 Standard Combo: $379 (tax included) bhpho.to/4nYdw5n
- Osmo Action 6 Adventure Combo: $479 (tax included)
DJI Action 6 Press release
DJI Breaks Through the Limits of Fixed Aperture with Osmo Action 6 – DJI’s First Action Camera with Variable Aperture
All-new 1/1.1-Inch Square Sensor Offers Flagship-level Image Quality, Delivering a Dynamic Range of Up to 13.5 Stops and a New 4K Custom Mode
November 18, 2025 – DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, today launches the Osmo Action 6, an all-in-one action camera redefining DJI’s flagship imaging and unlocking more possibilities for creative shooting. Setting a new standard for action photography, the latest generation of DJI’s popular Osmo action camera series delivers several industry-firsts.
The Osmo Action 6 is the first action camera to feature a variable aperture, offering a range of f/2.0 to f/4.0 and promising excellent low-light performance. It is also equipped with DJI’s custom 1/1.1-inch square CMOS sensor and 2.4 μm fusion large pixels, elevating the image quality found in an action camera.
DJI’s first variable aperture action camera
The Osmo Action 6 breaks away from the traditional fixed-aperture design of action cameras, allowing users to choose from multiple aperture modes that suit a wide range of scenarios. With a maximum aperture of f/2.0, Osmo Action 6 allows more light to enter the shot and improves the image quality in low-light settings. In Auto mode, the Osmo Action 6 offers adaptive aperture range options, and the aperture adjusts automatically within each range to achieve clear results across various scenes from low-light night shots to bright, detailed landscapes. With Starburst mode, city lights become captivating starbursts, adding a stunning creative effect and interest to well-lit metropolitan scenes.
Creators can achieve a creative shallow depth of field in an action camera by using the Macro Lens accessory (sold separately), making close-ups of food, pets, and flowers stunningly beautiful. With the Macro Lens attached, the minimum focus distance is reduced from 35 cm to just 11 cm, allowing for crisp, close-up vlog selfies. For wide shots, when the Osmo Action 6 FOV Boost Lens (sold separately) is attached, the camera automatically switches to FOV Boost mode, expanding the native 155° field of view to 182°1, ideal for truly immersive, edge-to-edge POV action shots.
New 1/1.1-inch square sensor offers flagship-level image quality
The Osmo Action 6’s all-new 1/1.1-inch CMOS sensor with 2.4 μm fused large pixels delivers up to 13.5 stops of dynamic range to achieve crisp detail in high contrast settings. It also supports video recording up to 4K/120fps in 4:3 ratio, and the larger sensor allows better low-light image quality, ensuring clear, detailed footage even in extremely dark environments. With its larger sensor, larger aperture, and new noise reduction technology, Osmo Action 6 enables SuperNight mode to provide clarity at night, capturing detailed video up to 4K/60fps in low-light conditions.
Additionally, DJI’s 10-bit D-Log M color system preserves highlight and shadow detail for
greater flexibility in post‐production. Osmo Action 6 also provides an on‐screen D‐Log M
preview for real‐time color and exposure monitoring.
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 in post-production to frame video, making it possible to share creative videos across different social media platforms. Creators no longer need to manually position the camera horizontally and vertically to get their shot.
Smooth, super slow motion
A standout in slow motion capture, Osmo Action 6 natively supports up to 4K/120fps
slow-motion recording and can intelligently generate up to 32x Super Slow Motion playback at 1080p, creating stunning, high-definition visuals. By interpolating frames recorded at 1080p/240fps, the Osmo Action 6 achieves a slowdown effect equivalent to 960fps when played back at 1080p/30fps, providing a cinematic effect for action footage.
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 many adventures of Osmo Action 6
The Osmo Action 6 is ready for any type of action, from diving and skiing to mountain biking and hiking. With an IP68 waterproof rating, the camera is waterproof up to 20 meters without a case and up to 60 meters with the waterproof case. Its industry-leading, built-in color temperature sensor ensures true-to-life underwater colors, while the water pressure gauge records dive data.
Moments on the mountain or in any extreme environment are easy to capture thanks to Osmo Action 6’s cold-resistant design, suitable for temperatures as low as -20° C. The 4-hour battery life1 can outlast any adventure, and the battery can be fast-charged to 80% in just 22 minutes1. The standout 50GB of built-in storage ensures no moment is missed, even without a memory card on hand. Finally, gesture control and intelligent subject tracking makes the recording experience hands-free, so creators can focus on the journey itself.
The creative features of the Osmo Action 6 cater to adventurers, travelers, and everyday
vloggers. The Osmo Action 6’s variable aperture enables closer video selfies, and the new
Natural Wide FOV keeps a broad perspective while reducing vertical distortion, delivering more natural-looking footage for travel and daily vlogs.
The benefits of the OsmoAudioTM Ecosystem
The Osmo Action 6 supports direct connection with up to two DJI microphone transmitters
(compatible with Mic 2, Mic 3, or Mic Mini), ensuring high-quality audio without the need for a receiver. The dual connection allows creators to record two different sources – making it possible to capture a two-person conversation, or ambient sounds like engine sounds and a voice-over. Even without transmitters, the camera’s built-in three-mic array captures rich, stereo sound, while the intelligent noise reduction algorithm cuts through wind to ensure a loud and clear voice