The DJI Osmo 360 offers a slightly different design than other 360-degree cameras. It doesn’t follow the tall, stick-shaped profile that has become Insta360’s signature. Instead, it’s shorter and more brick-like, with a wider screen. It measures 61 × 36.3 × 81 mm and weighs approximately 183 grams. For context, this makes it slightly lighter than the Insta360 X5, which weighs around 202 grams, and a bit taller and narrower than the GoPro Max. The larger screen gives it a more camera-like feel than most 360 competitors, which is helpful when you’re holding it with one hand.
On the front of the device you will find one of two cameras. On the back are the second camera and the screen. To interact with this screen, you must press the square and circle button located directly below. On the left side, looking at the screen, you’ll find a small door that houses the battery compartment and the microSD card slot. On the right side is a similar door with a USB-C port and a power button.
What’s relatively unique is the fact that you don’t have to use that microSD card slot if you don’t want to. The camera has 128 GB of storage, of which more than 100 GB is usable. In other words, if you forgot your microSD card or forgot to take one when purchasing the camera, you can still start shooting straight away. I really like this because it has enough storage to hold a good amount of 8K footage. If you regularly transfer images, you may never have to worry about purchasing a microSD card.
Its build quality is solid, which is important for use as an action camera. It’s IP68 rated, which means it’s dustproof and can be submerged in water up to 10 meters without a separate case, provided the battery cover and USB-C port cover are properly closed.
The problem is that, unlike some other models, the lenses are not user-replaceable, meaning that if you scratch or crack the glass, you’ll have to send it back to DJI for repair. When you buy a camera specifically designed to be an action camera, it can be a tough pill to swallow. It’s also a departure from other recent Insta360 models, some of which feature user-replaceable parts.
I’m reviewing the Adventure Combo, which comes with a series of accessories you can use with the camera. There is a selfie stick that extends quite far thanks to its telescopic design. There’s also a battery charging case with three batteries, so you can keep two extras charged as needed. Finally, there’s a small carrying bag to store the camera, and inside that bag you’ll find a USB-C cable and a tilting adapter stand.
