DJI used two weeks to anoint the Pocket 4P as a cinema product at Cannes rather than a consumer product at its own event, absorb a fourth US-block casualty with Osmo Mobile 8P, watch the FCC fight enter its most adversarial phase, and collect NAB hardware that validates the pivot. Here's what happened — in priority order, with our take on each.
DJI made more news in seven days than most companies make in a quarter. A new product launched (and got blocked from US sale, again). A major event got teased. The FCC fight escalated to a $1.56 billion court filing. And DJI's home market joined the regulatory pile-on. Here's what happened, in priority order, with our take on each.
DJI confirmed a global launch event for May 7, 2026 at 12:00 UTC. Two products are on deck: the Osmo Mobile 8P global rollout (already on sale in China since April 21) and an expected Pocket 4 Pro reveal with dual-lens optics. Here's the complete preview, what we know about each product, and what US buyers should expect given the ongoing FCC ban fight.
The 360-degree camera market has long been dominated by a single player, but with the release of the DJI Osmo 360, that monopoly is officially over. By packing dual 1-inch sensors into a compact, waterproof body, DJI hasn't just caught up—they've set a new standard for image quality in the consumer 360 space.
After testing the camera extensively, it's clear that this isn't just an action cam; it's a serious filmmaking tool that bridges the gap between consumer ease-of-use and professional output.
Single Lens Mode: 5K/60fps (works like a traditional action cam).
Battery Life: Rated for ~100 minutes of continuous 8K recording.
Color: 10-bit D-Log M for professional color grading.
Why the 1-Inch Sensors Matter
Most 360 cameras suffer in low light. The sensors are typically small, leading to noisy, grainy footage as soon as the sun goes down. DJI's decision to use 1-inch sensors changes the game. The dynamic range is significantly wider, meaning you capture more detail in the shadows and highlights—crucial for outdoor adventures where lighting is rarely perfect.
Deep Dive Review
To see the footage in action, check out this comprehensive review from Think Media. They break down the stabilization, low-light performance, and how it compares to the competition.
Verdict
If you're looking for the highest possible quality in a pocketable form factor, the Osmo 360 is currently the camera to beat. The 8K resolution allows for aggressive reframing (punching in) without losing sharpness, and the battery life is surprisingly robust for a camera pushing this many pixels.
It's not just a 360 camera; it's a "capture everything" safety net for your shoots.
You can pick up the Adventure Combo, which includes the battery stick and extra batteries, directly from Amazon below.
