DJI has released its latest action camera, the Osmo Action Pro 5 which features a new Type 1/1.3 (10 x 7.5mm) sensor that claims a dynamic range of up to 13.5 stops and delivers better video quality.


The new DJI Osmo Action Pro 5 camera. (Source: DJI.)

The new sensor can output images at up to 40 megapixels (7294×5472) or 8K (16:9) resolution, thanks to a pixel pitch of 2.4 microns. It also enables the camera to record video 4K/60p or slow-motion 4K/120p. There’s also an option to record at up to 240fps with a further increase in speed of 1080p footage to 960 fps available through frame extrapolation. The camera supports 10-bit D-Log M and HLG to boost dynamic range to a claimed 13.5 stops. It also includes a ‘SuperNight’ mode that uses AI-based noise-reduction algorithms for recording 4K/30p footage in low light at a 16:9 aspect ratio. The lens covers a field of view of 155 degrees and has a f/2.8 maximum aperture. The camera comes with 47GB of built-in storage and supports 80MB/s transfer rates via Wi-Fi 6.0 or USB 3.0.

The Action Pro 5’s front and rear OLED high-brightness touchscreens are now larger with narrower bezels increasing the screen-to-body ratio by 16%. Tempered glass ensures durability, and the AF coating keeps touch controls responsive, even when wet. With Always On Display enabled, both screens show recording duration and specifications for lower power consumption. New subject tracking capabilities can intelligently detect the subject’s position and dynamically adjust the composition to keep the subject centered in every frame, regardless of the camera orientation. As before, the HorizonSteady function keeps the camera level through 360 degrees of motion.

The Action 5 Pro is EN13319 certified to be waterproof without a case down to 20 metres, an extension of two metres on the previous model.  A new pressure gauge is included to record underwater depth, duration and altitude data to ensure user safety. The battery has been updated to provide a 50% in usable life, delivering up to four hours of continuous use. The DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Standard Combo is available now for AU$599. Click here for full details.