DJI Osmo Action 6 launches with large sensor, variable aperture, and Free Cut 4K

DJI has officially launched the Osmo Action 6, marking one of the most substantial updates to its action camera lineup in recent years. The model debuts a 1/1.1‑inch square CMOS sensor—large by action cam standards—and becomes the first DJI camera to feature a variable aperture.

The headline feature is Free Cut 4K: the camera records video that can later be easily switched between horizontal and vertical formats without losing quality. It’s a thoughtful nod to both classic widescreen footage and today’s vertical platforms, cutting down on reshoots and format compromises.

Osmo Action 6 supports aperture control from f/2.0 to f/4.0. In Auto, the camera selects the optimal setting for the available light; in the “super night” mode, it always opens to f/2.0 to let in more light, suppress noise, and produce softer background blur at close range. For bright scenes, a “star” mode stops down to f/4.0, creating distinctive star-shaped rays around light sources.

The camera is available in several bundles. The standard kit, priced at 2,998 yuan, includes the camera, a 1950 mAh battery, mounts, and a USB‑C (USB 3.1) cable. A vlogger-focused expanded set at 3,698 yuan adds two batteries, a charging case, a 1.5 m extension, and extra accessories. DJI Care plans are also offered: a one‑year option for 189 yuan and a two‑year option for 299 yuan, both covering multiple device replacements at a reduced cost along with traveler’s insurance.

DJI is clearly leaning into image quality, flexibility, and broader creative control. With its large sensor and variable aperture, the Osmo Action 6 nudges action cameras closer to the capabilities of professional compact models and sets a fresh reference point for rivals—a quiet but confident signal of where this category is headed.