Paperwork filings suggest DJI is preparing an update to its Osmo 360 camera
DJI appears to be gearing up for a return to the 360º camera market, with newly surfaced regulatory paperwork pointing towards a refreshed version of its Osmo 360.
An FCC filing dated 21 December 2025 references a device widely believed to be the DJI Osmo 360 II, suggesting the company is already moving forward with its next-generation action camera. While the documentation stops short of revealing detailed specifications or design changes, it does confirm at least one notable improvement.
The upcoming model appears to feature a larger battery, hinting that DJI is addressing one of the most common pain points associated with compact 360º cameras. According to the filing, the Osmo 360 II will use a 2,150mAh battery, up from the original Osmo 360’s 1,950mAh cell — an increase of roughly 10%.
For reference, the first-generation Osmo 360 was capable of recording over 100 minutes of continuous 8K footage at 30fps in real-world testing, making battery endurance a key area where DJI could further strengthen its offering.
The original Osmo 360 launched in July last year and marked DJI’s first serious move into the 360º action camera space. While it was generally regarded as a solid debut, delivering strong image quality alongside DJI’s familiar software polish, it struggled to stand out in a category dominated by Insta360’s X-series lineup.
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Competition has only intensified since then. Insta360 continues to lead the segment, while GoPro has recently raised expectations with the launch of the MAX 2, introducing removable lenses — a feature notably absent from DJI’s current 360º camera.
At this stage, there’s no official word on pricing or a release date for the Osmo 360 II. However, FCC approval typically signals that a product is edging closer to launch rather than sitting in the early prototype phase.
DJI has been especially active across its broader camera ecosystem in recent months, most recently unveiling the RS 5 Ronin gimbal aimed at professional and solo creators. At the same time, rumours continue to circulate around the Osmo Pocket 4 Pro, which is widely expected to arrive soon and could feature a dual-camera setup.
For now, concrete details remain limited, but if DJI is serious about challenging Insta360’s grip on the 360º camera market, a modest battery boost is unlikely to be the only upgrade in store. More information is expected to surface as the anticipated launch window approaches.
