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DJI Osmo Nano: two-minute review
The DJI Osmo Nano is the newest within the model’s line of motion cameras. Rather than constructing on a predecessor it is an entire new idea in its personal proper, though it shares the same-sized 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensor because the DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro, which landed on the finish of 2024.
The vary of best action cameras is extra numerous right this moment than it was even just some years in the past. The one-block outlets of design just like the GoPro Hero 13 Black are nonetheless well-liked, for wise causes like ruggedness and prolonged battery occasions, however modular designs just like the Osmo Nano and the brand new Insta360 Go Ultra have gotten extra frequent.
Why? We don’t just want to hold our action cams or use a fiddly mount to attach them to our bike handlebars anymore. The content creation universe is continuing to grow, and so is the number and variety of places where we need our cameras to go.
In a nutshell, the Osmo Nano is a light, wearable action camera. You can wear it around your neck, on your head, on a hat or helmet, plonk it on your car, bike, or even attach it to your dog. It’s remarkably small, and at 52g it’s a gram lighter than its main competitor, the Insta360 Go Ultra, released a month before it.
The product is modular in design and built as a two-piece system, with a tiny, standalone camera unit that pairs with the Multifunctional Vision Dock underneath. The dock acts as a remote, screen, and charging station, with a small but bright 1.9-inch display to help you compose shots and adjust settings.
These two parts join together via two clips and a strong magnetic system, and it’s this magnet that also allows the camera to snap onto DJI’s various accessories, for a wide range of hands-free, wearable mounting options.
Although the camera is a fully IPX8-rated unit that’s waterproof down to 10m, the dock is only IPX4-rated for splash resistance, which limits its use in heavy rain or near a body of water – a totally rugged design this is not.
Inside the camera is a 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensor, which captures a dynamic range of up to 13.5 stops according to DJI. I haven’t done any calculations with my test images on this, but I did find great levels of detail and color in bright sky highlights as well as darker, shadowy areas like tunnels. I was genuinely impressed by the level of detail and tone the camera could capture, particularly for a sensor this small (in full-frame terms).
For me, DJI has always been a brand for what I’d call ‘serious’ creators, and that’s something I’m pleased to see the brand has leaned into with the Osmo Nano. There aren’t any ‘fun’ filters or gimmicks in the menus. Instead, the settings are pared back to sensible and helpful options; voice controls and gestures to start recording all work very well to make hands-free shooting that much easier.
A big draw for professionals is the color performance. I was surprised to discover that the Osmo Nano can record in 10-bit color with D-Log M and HLG profiles – a pro-level feature that gives you more leeway for color grading in post-production, if you want to edit manually rather than relying on the automatic outputs from the DJI Mimo app. In 10-bit, I found videos were punchy but still well-balanced.
Performance-wise, the Osmo Nano delivers exceptionally well in some areas but underwhelms in others. The promise of rapid file transfer holds up, with the 128GB version clocking transfer speeds of up to 600MB/s over a USB 3.1 connection. This is a huge time-saver.
Battery life, however, is a clear limitation. While DJI claims up to 90 minutes from the camera and 200 minutes with the dock, I found that shooting at 4K/60fps acquired me nearer to only 60 minutes of steady recording. On the upside, the dock’s means to fast-charge the digital camera to 80% in about 20 minutes means you could be again to taking pictures very quickly.
The RockSteady 3.0 and HorizonBalancing stabilization options work properly for strolling or mild exercise, and even after I tried recording star jumps and high-intensity exercises, the footage was secure in sports activities mode. Audio high quality is sweet all-round too, and two built-in microphones seize immersive stereo sound, with respectable however not good wind discount. Another plus for extra superior creators is the power to pair the Nano with two mics individually, and you will not want receivers in the event that they’re from DJI.
While the picture high quality is sweet for a digital camera this small, it’s nonetheless certain by the constraints of its type issue. The fastened 143-degree ultra-wide discipline of view is nice for first-person photographs, however clearly lacks the flexibility of a extra zoomed-in lens. And whereas DJI’s SuperNight mode for low-light taking pictures is healthier than ever, it is restricted to 30fps and 8-bit coloration.
The Osmo Nano is pricing is really aggressive, coming in much cheaper than the Insta360 Go Ultra and the GoPro Hero 13 Black – and that’s with built-in storage too, meaning you can start shooting straight out of the box.
It’s not necessarily the most charming camera I’ve tested, but it’s thoroughly dependable and sensible, and for that reason I found it growing on me, while the low price sweetens the deal. The DJI Mimo app is less intuitive than Insta360’s, and AI edits are a little less exciting, but it’s smart and stable, and puts a clear live feed with access to settings at your fingertips on your smartphone.
DJI isn’t marketing the Osmo Nano for family users, and it lacks some of the fun features of the Insta360 lineup, plus Toddler Titan mode for capturing kids. While charging is fairly speedy it doesn’t charge as quickly as its main competitor, the Insta360 Go Ultra, either, but the camera does last longer.
If you need a fully rugged and all-in-one device for more extreme sports or environments, the GoPro Hero 13 Black or the DJI Action 5 Pro might be a better choice. But this is a well-thought-out, truly wearable action camera for creators who want to experiment with unique perspectives, and need a B-camera for places their main camera can’t go, for a B-cam price.
DJI Osmo Nano: specs
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Sensor |
1/1.3-inch CMOS |
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Max Resolution |
35MP (6880 x 5160) photos |
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Weight |
Camera: 2.54oz / 53g Vision dock: 3.8oz / 72g |
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Dimensions |
Camera: 57 x 29 x 28mm |
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ISO Range |
100–25600 |
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Lens |
FOV: 143 degrees |
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Operating Time |
Camera: 90 mins* |
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Connectivity |
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB-C 3.1 |
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Storage |
64GB/128GB built-in |
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Waterproofing |
Camera: 33ft (10m) |
DJI Osmo Nano: Price and availability
- Launched worldwide on September 23 2025, except US
- Osmo Nano Standard Combo (64GB) costs £239 / AU$529
- Osmo Nano Standard Combo (128GB) costs £259 / AU$589
The DJI Osmo Nano was announced on August 23, 2025, and is now shipping from DJI’s online store and authorized retailers, including Amazon. It will not be obtainable formally within the United States at launch. A DJI Spokesperson informed TechSwitch that “DJI remains dedicated to the US market and is optimizing our strategy to best serve our customers amidst evolving local conditions.”
There are two normal combos to decide on between, damaged down by the interior storage capability: the Osmo Nano Standard Combo at 64GB (£239 / AU$529) or 128GB (£259 / AU$589).
Each combo comes with the identical content material, together with the Osmo Nano Camera, Multifunctional Vision Dock, Magnetic Hat Clip, Magnetic Lanyard, a protecting case, USB-C cable (USB 3.1), and a Dual-Direction Magnetic Ball-Joint Adapter Mount. The protecting case is extra only a plastic sheath fairly than substantial padded safety.
That worth places it manner under the Insta360 Go Ultra Standard Combo ($449.99 / £369 / AU$759), which is extra spectacular given that you simply get built-in storage too. It’s additionally lower than the GoPro Hero 13 Black (now obtainable for round $359.99 / £315).
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DJI Osmo Nano: Design
- Standalone camera is waterproof, dock is splashproof
- Magnetic base connects easily to mounts
- The camera weighs 1.83oz / 52g
The DJI Osmo Nano camera is oblong-shaped, about half as wide as it is long. It sits comfortably between your thumb and forefinger in either portrait or landscape mode, but I didn’t find it as pocketable as the Insta360 Go Ultra because of its extra depth.
Without the dock, the Osmo is a light, wearable action camera at just 52g. Adding the dock, by way of two secure mounting clips and a magnetic, adds another 72g and turns the camera into a more complete action companion. It’s small, but I found the combo top-heavy on uneven surfaces, making low-level shots without a mount more difficult.
There’s just one built-in OLED HD touchscreen on the dock, fairly than a display at the back and front, or a flippable design just like the Insta360 Go Ultra. This means it’s a must to detach and remount the digital camera each time you wish to go from taking pictures your atmosphere to speaking to the digital camera (if you wish to see your self, that’s). Unlike the Go Ultra, which merely plops again into place with robust magnets, flipping the Osmo Nano round is a bit fiddly.
The design is grey and plastic, which is acquainted territory for each DJI and motion cams basically. The physique is subtly textured although, which means it is simple to seize onto with chilly, moist or sweaty fingers. Ruggedness is essential for an motion digital camera, however solely the wearable a part of the Osmo Nano is waterproof. The digital camera is IPX8-rated for submersion as much as 10 metres underwater.
The dock is just splash, rain and sure sweat resistant, and I would not fancy its probabilities in a heavy rain bathe. This is a disgrace, as a result of it limits potential utilization and introduces a little bit warning to creativity when taking pictures. It’s additionally a far cry from DJI’s Action 5 Pro, which is verified right down to 20m / 65ft.
While the dock is not waterproof, you should utilize the entire product in temperatures of -20C to 45C (-4F to 113F), so that you’re good for every thing from winter sports activities to abandon treks. A lens cowl screws over the principle lens, so if you happen to harm or scratch it a substitute prices a fraction of shopping for an entire new unit.
The Osmo Nano has simply two bodily controls: there is a large purple report button on the highest of the digital camera and one other on one aspect of the dock. These additionally act as energy switches, and so they require some power to push down so that you simply’re not prone to press them by chance. That’s it, aside from a small flap that opens up on the opposite aspect of the dock to disclose the USB 3.1 port for charging and transferring information, plus the microSD slot, which takes as much as a 1TB card.
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I did not discover the DJI Osmo Nano as pleasant or simple to navigate as different motion cameras I’ve examined. You swipe as much as entry video settings, down for the principle menu, and left to vary the taking pictures mode. To toggle Pro Mode on or off, you faucet the slider icon on the appropriate aspect of the display.
It’s not rocket science, however at 1.96 inches the small display means you’ll want to be further exact together with your contact gestures to deliver up menus and dial in settings. My accomplice – who has larger fingers and fingers than I – generally needed to faucet the display a couple of occasions to activate settings.
The menus are primarily black and white with yellow accents, and I discovered this much less eye-catching than the GoPro or Insta360 ecosystems, though that could be extra a matter of non-public desire. Some settings are additionally overlaid on the reside image and could be troublesome to learn. The digital camera would not have the identical detailed tutorials and guides that you simply get once you begin utilizing the Insta360 Go Ultra, though I’m certain DJI followers can have no bother discovering their manner round.
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DJI Osmo Nano: Performance and features
- Quick-edit videos on the DJI Osmo Mimo app
- Standalone camera charges 80% in about 20 mins
- In-built storage and takes microSD cards up to 2TB
The performance of the Osmo Nano is hard to pin down. In some areas I felt it delivered exceptionally well, but in others it was a bit underwhelming. The rapid file transfer ended up being surprisingly helpful, and in my tests with the 128GB version DJI’s claim of up to 600 MB/s transfer speed over USB 3.1 holds up, and I found it a huge time-saver compared to sending lots of files wirelessly.
The camera’s battery life is a limitation, though, particularly when shooting at higher resolutions like 4K/60fps. I got closer to 60 minutes of continuous recording here – rather than the 90 minutes that DJI claims at 1080p/24fps – which isn’t bad for its size, but lags behind the multi-hour endurance of larger cameras like the Osmo Action 5 Pro. The dock can top up the battery on the go, and I was also impressed by its ability to charge to 80% in just 20 minutes, especially if you’re as bad as I am at remembering to charge your gear before a shoot.
You then get up to 200 minutes of 1080p/24fps video from the dock, but in reality, I found this closer to two hours once the screen and Wi-Fi are on and you’ve powered the camera up and down a few times.
If you tend to record short clips throughout a longer day, it’s nothing to worry about. If you’re the type of shooter to record continuously, you may lament the fact that there aren’t replaceable batteries to swap out when you run out of juice. I left the camera running for my battery tests during a particularly warm day, and although it felt hot to the touch during, it never overheated to the point of turning off.
The Osmo Nano is equipped with DJI’s RockSteady 3.0 stabilization and HorizonBalancing. It handles a fair amount of shake, but it’s not on the same level as a dedicated gimbal like the Osmo Pocket series. In footage of fast-paced, high-impact activities like running on trails you’ll still see some micro-jitters, but for walking shots it’s pretty impressive.
Using different mounts will dictate how stable your results are. Using the pendant seemed to cause me more wobbles than handholding the camera, for example, but the head mount gave me super-smooth footage when running. It’s worth noting that there are different levels of stabilization, with daily, sport, or anti-motion blur options. You can also turn off image stabilization to save battery, or if you’re using a secondary DJI product to keep things stable.
The DJI Osmo Nano performs really well in remote shooting scenarios without a phone. The voice commands, like ‘start recording’, work almost instantaneously in a quiet environment, but require you to shout when it’s loud (not a great look in a city center). I found that gestures worked well too, and I liked being able to pat the camera when it was powered off to start recording, or nod my head when it was mounted on my head. Much more subtle.
The Osmo Nano has two built-in microphones for stereo sound, and I found the audio straight out of the camera surprisingly immersive. It picks up sound from a variety of directions when you’re shooting in a public place, but still hones in on your voice when you’re speaking to the camera clearly.
Like all action cameras, the audio quality sounds muffled underwater, but the clarity returns more quickly than others I’ve tested when you pull the camera back out into fresh air. There are lower and stronger wind reduction modes, and both did a decent job of reducing disturbance when I captured some clips on a blustery countryside walk, without removing the noise entirely (see the clips below). My voice was clear and free from distortion, but it’s not the perfect solution for clean audio; for that, you’ll need a separate mic.
A major draw is the ability to connect the Osmo Nano directly to DJI’s wireless microphones without needing a separate receiver. I haven’t been able to try this yet, but I can see it being convenient for creators who want to capture high-quality audio, especially those already with DJI mics.
DJI Osmo Nano: Image quality
- 1/1.3-inch sensor
- Video up to 4K/120fps and 35MP photos
- 10-bit D-Log M and HLG color profile options
The Osmo Nano has a 1/1.3-inch sensor, the same size as you’ll find in the Osmo Action 5 Pro and just a fraction smaller than the one in the Insta360 Go Ultra. Video headlines include 4K at 60fps in 16:9 format, and 4K 120fps slow-mo footage, which expands to 1080p 240fps.
The specs are one thing, but the proof is in the pudding; or in this case, in the videos and shots you get from the camera. Overall, I think the image quality is good for an action camera of this size. As ever, it won’t completely replace a full-sized or full-frame camera, but that’s not the expectation here. The fixed 143-degree ultra-wide field of view is perfect for first-person POV shots, and I could fit a whole wedding group in the frame (I don’t have permission to include the sample shot in the review, sadly), but it’s not easy to zoom in on the scene should you want to get closer in.
I tested the Osmo Nano in all weather and lighting scenarios. DJI touts the wide dynamic range of the Osmo Nano, but in direct sunshine I noticed some banding where the highlights had been clipped. You can see this in the video above, which was a test of the one-tap editing feature in the DJI Mimo app.
4K resolution is sharp and punchy, and even in 8-bit color mode the camera seems to capture vibrant blue skies and leafy greens, and handles quick changes in light (coming out of a dark tunnel, from indoors to outdoors) well; however, while I like a bit of lens flare, this is one area that could be handled better. It tended to keep my face exposed when I was talking to the camera, but this wasn’t set up anywhere in the camera. If I were to generalize, I’d say footage comes out darker than Insta360’s Go Ultra, possibly for greater leeway when editing, where the Insta option is designed for near-automatic use.
DJI’s SuperNight mode does a decent job of reducing noise in low light, but it only works at up to 30fps and with 8-bit color, which might limit its utility for serious cinematographers. It’s the best night image quality in a wearable camera I’ve seen, but it’s still bound by the laws of physics – a smaller lens and sensor will always have certain limitations compared to a larger, more dedicated camera. There’s some AI-smoothing being applied to reduce noise in low-light footage, but this is less obvious to the untrained eye, and less muddy than some night modes I’ve seen on earlier action cameras.
DJI’s automatic horizon leveling (which can be calibrated) is pretty flawless, and the RockSteady image stabilization is most impressive in sports mode. To really test it out, I wore the camera on DJI’s headband mount and recorded the first five minutes of a high-intensity workout. Throughout a gruelling round of burpies, star jumps and squats, the footage was stable and smooth (almost unnaturally so). Trail runs, dog walks, and cycle clips were all just as usable, but the handheld results are slightly more jittery than using a dedicated mount.
Photos from the camera have a medium-range megapixel count (the maximum resolution is 35MP and you can shoot in a 16:9 or 4:3 ratio), and as to their quality, I said the same thing about Insta360 Go Ultra’s photo results: they’re good enough to insert into videos, but I probably wouldn’t use them for standalone social posts or prints as a creator. Consider them as an additive rather than a standalone feature, and you won’t be disappointed.
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Impressively, the Osmo Nano gives you the option of recording footage with a flat color profile (DJI’s D-Log M setting), designed to preserve the maximum color and brightness info in the video file, especially in lights and darks.
While the footage out of the camera is desaturated in this mode, I found you had far more wiggle room to adjust the colors, contrast, and saturation to achieve a specific, cinematic look without losing any of the detail captured in the original scene. This is also going to benefit creators shooting a project with the Osmo Nano alongside other cameras who want their edited work to look consistent.
DJI Osmo Nano: testing scorecard
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Attributes |
Notes |
Rating |
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Price |
Much cheaper than the Insta360 Go Ultra, and that includes helpful built-in storage. |
5/5 |
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Design |
Unexciting but functional, and it’s a shame the dock is only splash-proof. The lens replacement adds ruggedness. |
4/5 |
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Performance & features |
Fewer filters and modes than the Insta360 Go Ultra, but you get the option of manual controls. The DJI Osmo app makes quick, clever edits. |
4/5 |
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Image quality |
In daylight, colors are vivid and dynamic range is good. Stabilization is excellent, and low light footage is fine. Slow-mo could be crisper. |
4/5 |
Should I buy the DJI Osmo Nano?
Buy it if…
You want a camera that ‘disappears’
The Osmo Nano is small enough to be worn on a pendant, hat, or headband, thanks to its small size and weight. The magnetic mount allows for quirky mounting solutions like lamp posts, cars, and even washing machines.
You already own DJI products
To boost the sound quality, you can connect the Nano directly to two DJI microphone transmitters without needing a receiver. If you’ve already got a DJI mic, gimbal or camera, sticking with the brand also means greater familiarity with the app.
Don’t buy it if…
You like a roomy LCD screen
At less than two inches, I found the Osmo Nano’s LCD touchscreen a little small for composing shots and reviewing footage. You can use your phone for a larger live view, but this isn’t always convenient.
You want a fully waterproof solution
The Nano’s Vision Dock is only splashproof, and this made me uncomfortable while shooting in the rain or near water. If you’re a real action lover, I’d recommend a camera with a more rugged build.
Also consider
The Insta360 Go Ultra has a similar form factor, with a separate camera and action pod. The flip-up screen is more vlog-friendly and bigger at 2.5 inches, while the camera weighs the same as the Osmo Nano but is more square and shallow (which I found easier to mount). Pricing and image quality are similar, but it’s a slightly more fun action camera that’s great for the whole family.
Read my full Insta360 Go Ultra review
The GoPro Hero 13 Black remains to be the flagship of motion cams and one I’d advocate for severe filmmakers. It’s chunkier than the Osmo, nevertheless it additionally has magnetic mounting. GoPro additionally has the widest vary of mount equipment to open up artistic taking pictures alternatives, and it is attainable to squeeze 1.5 hours of 5.3K video from the battery, for recording with fewer interruptions.
Read our full GoPro Hero 13 Black review
How I examined the DJI Osmo Nano
- I examined the digital camera for 2 weeks pre-embargo
- I wore it on walks and runs, and mounted it for drives
- I recorded movies in any respect settings and in all modes
DJI despatched me a full-production Osmo Nano for evaluate round two weeks earlier than its launch date, and I used it not less than as soon as a day – usually rather more – throughout this era. I all the time like a digital camera to change into a pure a part of my workflow, fairly than finishing up one intense interval of testing, in order that I uncover the nuances for a extra knowledgeable and useful evaluate.
I attempted all of the digital camera’s modes, used it with and with out the dock, and mounted it on the magnetic pendant and headband. I primarily used the DJI Mimo app to edit footage proper from my iPhone 15 Pro.
- First reviewed September 2025