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DJI’s Osmo Nano camera puts a 1/1.3-inch sensor on you

DJI kicked off fall with the splashy launch of its Mini 5 Pro drone, but US fans were left out, since the highly anticipated aircraft never made it stateside. Today, though, American creators finally get a win: the brand-new Osmo Nano wearable camera has officially landed, and unlike the Mini 5 Pro, it’s available to buy right now!

This pint-sized powerhouse, weighing just 52 grams, is designed to clip onto anything from a helmet to a pet’s collar, giving you hands-free, cinematic video anywhere you go. And with Amazon stocking both versions — the 64GB Standard Combo for $299 and the 128GB model for $329 — plus next-day delivery for Prime members, the Osmo Nano is DJI’s first fall 2025 product that US buyers can actually unwrap immediately.

First things first. Despite its tiny footprint, the Osmo Nano doesn’t compromise on performance. It carries a next-gen 1/1.3-inch sensor and high-performance image processor that together unlock 13.5 stops of dynamic range. Translation: shadows and highlights look balanced, even in tricky lighting.

The camera records 4K/60fps video, 4K/120fps slow motion, and offers a 143° ultra-wide field of view so nothing gets cropped out. Creators also get 10-bit color and D-Log M support, features usually reserved for higher-end cameras, which means more flexibility in editing and a billion colors to play with. For nighttime shoots, a SuperNight mode reduces noise and sharpens details.

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And because action can get bumpy, stabilization is handled by RockSteady 3.0 and HorizonBalancing, keeping your footage smooth and level even when the world isn’t.

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A big part of the Osmo Nano’s appeal is its Multifunctional Vision Dock. At first glance, it looks like a simple charging base. But it’s much more:

  • a remote control and trigger,
  • a built-in display screen,
  • a fast-charging station that juices the Nano up to 80% in about 20 minutes, and
  • a file transfer hub capable of blazing speeds (up to 600 MB/s on the 128GB version).

Fully charged, the Nano can record up to 200 minutes of 1080p/24fps video, or a solid hour in 4K/30fps Endurance mode: plenty of time for documenting adventures, events, or just daily life.

It’s worth pointing out that the Nano isn’t just powerful, it’s playful. You can start recording with a head nod gesture, or let Pre-Rec mode capture a few seconds before you hit record, so surprise moments don’t slip away. Auto Recording lets you set intervals and durations for hands-free filming, while switching between horizontal and vertical formats is as easy as flipping the mount.

Audio gets attention too. Dual built-in microphones capture clear stereo sound, and DJI’s OsmoAudio system lets you pair the Nano with its wireless mics, such as the new Mic 3, directly. This is ideal for vlogging, interviews, or travel diaries.

For DJI, the Nano represents more than just a new gadget. It’s a calculated move in a year when the company has faced turbulence in its core drone business. Lawmakers in Washington continue to question DJI’s dominance in the skies, with new rules threatening imports and certifications. Some drones are already harder to find in the US due to customs holdups.

That makes non-drone products like the Osmo Nano especially important. DJI has been steadily expanding into action cameras, microphones, gimbals, and even home gadgets like portable power stations and robot vacuum cleaners. The idea is simple: give users ways to use DJI technology without the regulatory headaches that come with drones.

Because in a season where one of DJI’s most hyped drones skipped the US, the Osmo Nano is a reminder that not every fall release has to pass you by. This time, the gear is here, and it’s ready to ship.

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Ishveena Singh is a versatile journalist and writer with a passion for drones and location technologies. She has been named as one of the 50 Rising Stars of the geospatial industry for the year 2021 by Geospatial World magazine.