Compared to the first generation Osmo Mobile, the DJI Osmo Mobile 2 features a much improved battery life of up to 15 hours, is slightly lighter at 485g, is more compact, has a standard 1/4"-20 tripod thread; and adds nifty features such as zoom control, Sport & Walk gimbal modes, hyperlapse, beautify, HDR (depending on phone), and slow-motion recording (depending on phone).
The Osmo Mobile 2 syncs with compatible Apple and Android devices through the DJI Go App. Once the app is installed and synced with the Osmo Mobile you can control your phone's camera with either dedicated physical buttons or from your phone's screen, you can also enable the Osmo Mobile 2's best feature, ActiveTrack, a feature that automatically keeps your smartphone's camera facing you as you move.
The DJI Osmo Mobile 2 is compatible with most phones with a width between 58.6-84.8mm (phones with 4-6 inch display's); and at time of writing requires Bluetooth 4.0, as well as Android 4.4 and up, or iOS 9.0 and up to sync.
3-axis stabilisation for smooth videos
With the DJI Osmo Mobile 2 you never have to worry about shaky videos ever again. The 3-axis gimbal system stabilises your cellphone along with its camera on three axes to smooth out shakes, wobbles, bobs, and any other unwanted movements so you can walk, jog, ride, skate, cycle, ski and still get sleek professional grade stabilised videos.
Compatible with front and rear cameras
The DJI Osmo Mobile 2 can record on either the front or rear camera of your phone; to switch simply press the trigger three times to switch between the front and rear cameras.
Sharp images even in low light
The 3-axis gimbal of the second generation Osmo Mobile also greatly helps when shooting long exposures or low light pictures. The 3 axis gimbal works so good that you can even capture light trail images handhelp.
On-handle physical zoom control slider
The DJI Osmo Mobile 2 features a new built-in physical zoom slider on the handle to enable users to operate smartphone camera zoom without touching, and spoiling the video, for more fluid, cinematic zoom. Users can even easily produce dollyzoom for a professional visual effect.
Activetrack keeps your smartphone's camera facing you as you move
With DJI's Activetrack you don't need your own video crew, simply select yourself (or any other subject) before recording and the Osmo Mobile 2 will keep you in frame by moving the smartphone as you move.
15 Hour battery life
Now with a much improved 15 hour battery life (up from 4.5 hours), the Osmo Mobile Two's battery will last a whole day of use on only a single charge. Users can also can also charge their smartphones while recording for hours of uninterrupted use.
Futureproof and compatible with hundreds of phones
Technology is always advancing, video recording resolutions went from HD to Full HD, and from Full HD to 4K; smartphones are always evolving and some feature astonishing video capabilities. The Osmo Mobile Two futureproofs itself by working with almost any Android or Apple smartphone with a width between 58.6-84.8mm, which are most phones between 4 and 6 inches.
Timelapse, motionlapse, and hyperlapse videos
Don't just do a normal timelapse; select a starting point, select additional points, and then set your interval and duration timers to create a moving time-lapse video.
Timelapse is suitable for recording the passing of time at a fixed scene by mounting the Osmo Mobile 2 on a tripod or base.
Motionlapse allows users to record a moving timelapse video by setting up to five camera points.
Hyperlapse allows users to record everything passing by as they hold the gimbal in hand and walk.
9-picture, 180°, or 330° panoramas
The DJI Osmo Mobile 2 features a panorama function that automatically captures and blends up to 9 separate photos together to create one large, detailed and expansive photo. Users can also enable or disable the function of saving the original unstiched photos.
Walk and Sport gimbal modes
These two modes are specially optimized to reduce different shakes generated during walking and running. The main difference between these modes is the gimbal’s speed following your movements. In Sport mode, the gimbal follows your movements closely and is suitable for shooting fast-moving objects. In Walk mode, the gimbal moves slower when you walk.
Live video streaming
The DJI Go App feautures live video streaming, making it easy to instantly share your video to Youtube or Facebook Live.
Manual camera and gimbal control.
After you have installed the DJI Do App and paired your phone you can control your phone's camera with either dedicated physical buttons or from your phone's screen. The handle features a dedicated button for shutter and record, and camera settings such as ISO, Shutter speed and White Balance can be controlled from the Go app interface.
The gimbal can be controlled from a trigger and a joystick. Long press the trigger to isolate your movement completely for even smoother video, tap twice to re-center the camera, and triple tap to start Selfie mode. The joystick enables you to set sensitivity, invert pan or tilt, or even set the gimbal to only move in specific directions.
Growing set of features and expansive range of accessories
The Osmo Mobile 2 features upgradeable firmware and a downloadable SDK (Software Development Kit), this means that new features can be programmed by individuals to expand the gimbals capabilities. Some of the previous DJI items have already seen user-programmed features in DJI's own official firmware updates.
The Osmo Mobile 2 is compatible with all the existing and coming Osmo accessories. Available accessories include rods, tripods, arms, and mounts.