DJI has unveiled a new smartphone gimbal that offers several new features, including the ability to directly connect to a phone and a new tracking module. The gimbal is currently available for purchase in China.
The DJI Osmo Mobile 8 comes with the company’s 3-axis gimbal stabilization technology, but now offers 360-degree unlimited horizontal rotation. It allows users to capture smooth panoramic 360 photos and videos even when tracking a subject.
It also comes with a built-in extension rod that enables it to tilt the gimbal forward to capture low-angle shots. The Osmo Mobile 8 features an improved tracking module. It offers integrated tracking, audio recording, and a fill light with adjustable brightness and color temperature.
DJI claims that the Osmo Mobile 8 can offer up to 10 hours of battery life. Notably, it can also charge a phone via USB-C.
According to the company, the new fourth-gen magnetic clamp is now much stronger and supports phones with larger and heavier camera modules.
The smartphone gimbal supports the new ActiveTrack 7.0, which is supposed to improve tracking overall. Users can also enable dual-camera tracking with the DJI Mimo app.
DJI’s new Osmo Mobile 8 is priced at CNY 898 ($125) in China. It comes with the OM Magnetic Phone Clamp 4, the new multi-function tracking module, charging cable, and other accessories. There’s also a Vlog kit that will cost you CNY 997 ($140).
The gimbal is available for purchase via DJI’s online and offline stores in China. You can also pick one up from JD.com, Tmall, and Suning.
