DJI has quietly supercharged the Osmo 360

DJI recently rolled out a firmware update that fundamentally upgrades what the Osmo 360 camera can do. At the same time, the Osmo 360 Camera Adventure Combo has dropped from $700 to $511, with delivery arriving before Valentine’s Day. That’s a nearly $190 price cut on a camera that just became dramatically more creator-friendly.

According to DJI’s latest firmware documentation, the update unlocks vertical-first shooting, improved livestream capabilities, cinematic Film Tone color profiles, and software-based ND filter effects. In other words, DJI just aligned the Osmo 360 with how people actually create content in 2026.

The biggest shift? Native vertical shooting.

With the new Single-Lens 9:16 Vertical Boost mode, creators can now capture wide-angle vertical footage straight from the camera. No awkward cropping. No resolution loss. You can shoot in 2.7K or 4K and publish directly to TikTok, Instagram Reels, or YouTube Shorts. For mobile-first creators, that alone removes friction and preserves image quality.

Livestreamers also get a serious upgrade. The new Single-Lens Livestream mode, available through the DJI Mimo app, lets you switch between the front and rear lenses while broadcasting. That means more dynamic storytelling instead of a fixed-angle stream. Even better, the Osmo 360 saves a local recording during the livestream at 1080p/30fps, so you’re not stuck with compressed platform footage as your only copy.

Then there’s the cinematic polish. DJI has added multiple Film Tone profiles that instantly change the mood of your footage. Some lean cool and natural with balanced skin tones. Others boost vibrancy for landscapes. There’s a cinematic street look, and even a nostalgic retro tone designed for urban scenes. These profiles work in 360° video at up to 8K resolution and in Selfie Mode up to 60fps, giving creators high-end color control without needing to spend hours grading footage later.

The most intriguing addition may be the new ND filter effects. Instead of attaching physical filters, DJI now uses smart algorithms inside DJI Mimo and DJI Studio to simulate cinematic motion blur and refined lighting. The result is smoother, more film-like motion in bright conditions. It’s currently supported on iPhone 14 or newer devices through DJI Mimo, and on Mac computers with Apple’s M-series chips via DJI Studio.

Put it all together, and the DJI Osmo 360 feels less like a niche 360 cam and more like a pocket production studio.

And remember, this is on top of what the camera already offers: up to 8K 360° capture, powerful stabilization, flexible single-lens shooting, touchscreen controls, durable compact design, and seamless reframing for social platforms.

The timing of the discount makes it even more compelling. At $511, the Adventure Combo undercuts many premium action cameras while offering full 360 capture plus these newly unlocked features. With Prime shipping promising delivery before Valentine’s Day, it’s positioned as both a creator upgrade and a last-minute gift idea.

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