DJI unveiled the Osmo Action 5 Pro camera, boasting industry-first features and enhanced image quality.

“By combining the image quality of a professional camera with the rugged durability of an action camera, we continue to innovate and set new industry standards,” says Paul Pan, Senior Product Line Manager at DJI. “Creators have grown, growing more sophisticated in the stories they tell and the experiences they document. Instead of making incremental enhancements, we want to move the entire action camera category ahead and evolve alongside these innovators.”

The updated Osmo action camera features a new Type 1/1.3 image sensor with 2.4-micron pixel size, which DJI claims can give up to 13.5 stops of dynamic range. The built-in lens has an aperture of f/2.8 and a field of view of 155 degrees.

The new sensor can record in 10-bit D-Log M format, enabling hybrid log-gamma (HLG) displays. The camera can capture high-dynamic range (HDR) video at up to 4K/60p. The camera also has an AI-powered SuperNight mode, which uses algorithms to provide clearer footage in low-light circumstances.

Beyond photography enhancements, the Osmo Action 5 Pro claims a much longer battery life. The camera can operate continuously for up to four hours, a 50% improvement over its predecessor. The camera charges faster than its predecessor. When using DJI’s 30W USB-C charger, a 15-minute charge provides enough power for two hours of photography.

The other features and improvements include 47GB of internal storage, high-speed transfers via Wi-Fi 6.0 or USB 3.0, Wi-Fi live streaming, timecode support, dynamic live photo capture, pre-recording, and intelligent highlight functionality to mark important video segments for faster editing.

The DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro is compatible with various attachments, including a charging handle, a cold shoe expansion kit, the DJI Mic 2, a GPS Bluetooth remote controller, an extension rod, and mounts for helmets, backpacks, handlebars, and more.