dji OSMO ACTION Installation guide

4K (16:9) 60, 50, 48, 30, 25, and 24fps
4K (4:3) 30, 25, and 24fps
2.7K (4:3) 30, 25, and 24fps
2.7K (16:9) 60, 50, 48, 30, 25, and 24fps
1080p 240, 200, 120, 100, 60, 50, 48, 30, 25, and 24fps
720p 240, 200fps
What video formats does Osmo
Action support?
MOV and MP4.
When Osmo Action is recording, can
I view the remaining time and
capacity of the microSD card?
Yes. The remaining time will be displayed at the top left of the screen
during recording, and the remaining capacity of the microSD card will
be displayed when taking a photo
What is HDR Video mode for?
Use HDR Video mode to enhance the image quality, restore details,
and increase the layer of colors to make your video more vivid.
Does Osmo Action support
distortion correction?
Yes.
Can I save original photos from a
Timelapse?
Photos from Timelapse can be downloaded and viewed on a computer.
What is RockSteady?
Osmo Action uses RockSteady technology to stabilize footage. This
EIS technology is realized by increasing the shutter speed, analyzing
the images captured by the CMOS sensor, and compensating by
cutting off the edges of these images. In this way, multiple frames are
overlaid and finally combined into a single frame that is sharp, clear,
and accurately exposed
Can I use HDR and RockSteady
simultaneously?
No.
Can Osmo Action shoot slow motion
videos?
Yes. Osmo Action supports up to 1080p/240fps 8x slow motion videos
What is D-Cinelike?
It is designed to capture a wide dynamic range from the sensor, and
colors are distributed evenly so the dark part of a picture is greatly
improved. It is not a real LUT, but a lower-contrast video with a flat
color profile, great for post-processing options.
Method 1: Swipe the touchscreen to the right to access the album.
Method 2: Connect to the DJI Mimo app and tap the album icon in the
bottom right corner to view existing photos and videos
Method 1: Connect to the DJI Mimo app and download the content to
your phone.
Method 2: Insert Osmo Action's microSD card to a computer.
Method 3: Connect Osmo Action to a computer with a USB-C cable.
Where is footage saved in Osmo
Action?
Everything is saved on the microSD card.
Does the camera of Osmo Action
have a prime lens?
Yes. With a prime lens, the clear imaging distance is 60 mm and
farther. Subjects are clear when they are more than 60 mm away from
the lens.
Can I set metering for Osmo Action?
Yes, spot metering is the default. To select lock metering, slide down
the screen and open metering function in the menu. After returning to
the live view page, press the metering area for a long time and tap the
center of the metering box to lock metering.
FAQ
Camera
What resolution settings does Osmo
Action support?
How do I view existing photos and
videos?
How do I export photos and videos
from Osmo Action?
Operation
How do I control Osmo Action with
my phone?
The DJI Mimo app allows you to control Osmo Action, sync photos and
videos, edit, and share.

1. Download the DJI Mimo app;
2. Press the power button to turn on the device;
3. Enable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi on your phone, open the DJI Mimo app,
tap the camera icon at the top left, and connect to Osmo Action;
4. After the app is connected to Osmo Action, you will be prompted to
activate the device;
5. Complete the activation process by following the prompts from the
app.
How do I update Osmo Action's
firmware?
The DJI Mimo app will send push messages automatically. Follow the
prompts to complete the update process.
Method 1: Double-tap the main interface of the back screen with two
fingers or press and hold the QS button.
Method 2: With the DJI Mimo app, access camera view and tap
""switch screens.""
Method 3: Enable voice command and say ""screen switch.""
Is the front screen available for
control?
No. The front screen is only for viewing.
How do I switch to Portrait mode?
In photo mode, rotate Osmo Action 90°and the system will
automatically change to Portrait mode.
What is Custom mode?
Detailed shooting settings can be saved as a mode for future selection.
You can save up to 5 customized modes.
What is the benefit of Screen Auto
Sleep?
To save power, Screen Auto Sleep is adjustable with a minimum time
of 1 min.
Does Osmo Action support voice
control?
Yes. Osmo Action supports voice commands in English and Mandarin
Chinese.
What does the QS button do?
In camera view, press the QS button to quickly switch between the
most frequently used modes. Tap "…" to select modes and add them to
the QS interface. In Settings or Playback, press the QS button to return
to camera view. Press and hold the QS button to switch between the
two screens. Video will stop and start recording if you switch between
screens while recording.
Why does Osmo Action have a lock
screen function?
The lock screen function prevents you from touching the screen
accidentally.
How do I share videos shot with
Osmo Action?
You can either save the videos on your phone first or use the DJI Mimo
app to upload them and share the links generated.
Method 1: Enter camera view, and swipe the touchscreen to the left to
access camera parameter settings, and choose Manual (M) mode.
Method 2: Connect with the DJI Mimo app and tap Settings on the left
of the camera view.
Does Osmo Action have sleep
mode?
Yes.
Where is the microphone located on
Osmo Action?
Osmo Action has two built-in microphones. One is at the top, and the
other is on the left side of the camera.
Can I use an external microphone
with Osmo Action?
Yes. You can connect Osmo Action with a third-party microphone
through the USB-C port by the 3.5mm adapter.
Can I set the playback volume? Yes.
How long is the battery life of Osmo
Action?
A fully charged battery can support video recording at 1080P/30fps for
up to 135 minutes (with RockSteady turned off), and 4K/60fps for up to
63 minutes (with RockSteady turned on).
Does Osmo Action support fast
charging?
No.
How long does it take to fully charge
an Osmo Action battery?
It takes approximately 90 minutes to fully charge a battery.
Can Osmo Action be taken apart?
Only the battery, lens filter cap, and USB-C cover can be detached.
However, all these parts need to be properly attached before Osmo
Action is submerged into water.
Others
How do I activate Osmo Action?
How do I switch between the front
and back screens?
How do I set shutter speed, ISO, and
other camera parameters manually?
Battery

Is the Osmo Action Lens Filter Cap
interchangeable?
Yes. Rotate the cap to detach it from Osmo Action, and you can
exchange it for another cap or ND filter.
Can Osmo Action be connected to
Bluetooth or Wi-Fi?
Yes. The device can connect to both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
Can Osmo Action be mounted on a
tripod?
Yes. The camera frame of Osmo Action can be mounted on a base or
tripod.
Is Osmo Action waterproof?
Yes. Osmo Action itself can be used at depths of up to 11 m, and it can
be used at depths of up to 60 m by using the Osmo Action Waterproof
Case.
Please insert the battery, attach the lens filter cap, and close the USB-
C cover before using Osmo Action underwater, otherwise water may
enter the device.
1. Ensure there is nothing on the battery or inside the battery
compartment, the battery is properly inserted, and both battery release
buttons are grey with neither orange tab showing.
2. Check that the USB-C cover is properly closed.
3. Ensure that the lens filter cap is intact and properly attached; replace
it with a new one if it is damaged.
4. Osmo Action is waterproof at depths of up to 11 meters. When using
it with a waterproof case, it is waterproof at depths as far down as 60
meters.
5. Do not jump into water with Osmo Action.
6. Do not use Osmo Action in hot springs.
7. Wash Osmo Action with clean water after removing it from other
liquid and let it dry naturally.
1. Remove Osmo Action from water immediately and remove the
battery;
2. Dry the surface of the camera with a clean and soft cloth. Pay special
attention to water in the battery compartment, microSD card slot, ports,
and cracks;
3. If the camera is severely damaged, contact DJI After-Sales for repair.
Osmo Action supports microSD cards with capacities of up to 256GB.
Recommended models:
Samsung EVO Plus 32GB UHS-1 microSDHC
Samsung Pro 64GB UHS-3 microSDXC
Samsung Pro Endurance 64GB UHS-1 microSDXC
Samsung Evo Plus 64GB UHS-3 microSDXC
Sandisk Extreme 16/32GB UHS-3 microSDHC
Sandisk Extreme Plus 128GB V30 A1 UHS-3 microSDXC
Sandisk Extreme Pro 64GB V30 A1 UHS-3 microSDXC
Lexar 633X 32GB UHS-1 microSDHC
Other mainstream brands with a minimum writing speed of 30MB/s or
above are also supported.
What accessories does Osmo Action
have?
Osmo Action is compatible with the Waterproof Case, Camera Frame,
Quick-Release Base, Locking Screw, Flat Adhesive Mount, Curved
Adhesive Mount, and more. For detailed information, please visit the
DJI Online Store.
How do I mount different
accessories on Osmo Action?
You can use the universal port on the bottom of the camera frame and
a threaded rod to connect with common sport camera accessories, or
the interface of the Quick-Release Base to connect with DJI official
accessories.
1. Dirt on the lens can be cleaned with a lens cleaning cloth. For dust in
the cracks at the edge of the lens, use a dust blower or cotton swab for
cleaning.
2. To clean water stains, oil smudges, or fingerprints on the lens, apply
a few drops of lens cleaning solution on lens tissue and use a circular
motion. Close the cap after the lens is completely dry.
What should I do before using Osmo
Action underwater?
What should I do if Osmo Action is
damaged by water?
What microSD card does Osmo
Action support?
How do I clean the lens and filter
cap?

3. The inner side of the lens filter cap can be cleaned with a cotton
swab.
What should I do if dust or sand gets
inside Osmo Action?
Osmo Action is dust-proof. However, if dust does get inside the device
and cannot be cleaned, please contact DJI After-Sales for repair.
How do I clean the lens and filter
cap?