DJI Osmo Nano: The Pin-Sized 4K Action Cam That Does It All!

Ultra-compact wearable: Osmo Nano weighs just 52 g (2 oz) with a 57×29×28 mm body ^[1]. Its magnetic two-piece design lets the tiny camera clip onto hats, helmets, straps or even a pet’s collar for hands-free POV shooting ^[2].
High-end video: The Nano packs a 1/1.3″ sensor that records up to 4K/60 fps and 4K/120 fps slow-motion video ^[3]. DJI claims it delivers “professional-level visuals” with a very wide 143° lens, 10-bit color and D-Log M support – capturing up to 13.5 stops of dynamic range ^[4] ^[5]. In fact, reviewers note the Nano is “the only camera in its featherweight class to record 10-bit and D-Log M color” ^[6], a first for a wearable action cam.
RockSteady stabilization: Built-in RockSteady 3.0 and HorizonBalancing tech smooth out shakes and level the horizon up to ±30°. Tests report impressively steady footage even in fast motion, making it great for action vlogs ^[7]. Handy gesture controls (e.g. nod-to-record) and auto-record modes let you start/stop without touching the camera ^[8].
Magnetic mounting & accessories: The camera’s magnetic back and clip-lock design attach instantly to metal plates or included accessories (hat clip, lanyard, ball-joint mount). DJI emphasizes that “the perspectives are endless” – you can mount Nano virtually anywhere for creative angles ^[9]. It even comes with a headband/helmet mount and adapter so your existing DJI Osmo mounts (Action/O Handphone gimbals) will work ^[10] ^[11].
Multifunctional Vision Dock: The detachable dock is an OLED touch-screen, controller and charger. It lets you preview shots, switch modes and trigger recording remotely. When Nano is docked, it charges quickly (80% in ~20 min) and can record up to 200 min at 1080p/24fps or about 60 min at 4K/30fps ^[12]. The dock also holds a microSD card slot for extra storage and provides a USB-C PD port for transfers.
Audio: Nano has dual built-in stereo mics with wind-noise reduction. It even supports DJI’s OsmoAudio ecosystem – you can directly connect up to two DJI wireless microphones (Mic 2/Mic Mini) without a receiver ^[13], for “studio-quality sound” on the move. (Reviewers were surprised by how clear the audio can be ^[14].)
Pricing & availability: The Osmo Nano Standard Combo (64GB internal storage) starts at about €279 in Europe (≈$309 USD) ^[15]. A 128GB version is €309. Global shipping began Sep 23, 2025, with stock in the EU, UK, Canada, etc ^[16]. (DJI has stated the Nano “will not be available officially in the U.S. market on official websites” at launch ^[17], though U.S. buyers may import it.)

In short, DJI’s new Osmo Nano is a truly miniaturized action camera. At only 52 g and with a tiny magnet-clippable body, it “goes wild” in locations where bigger cams can’t ^[18]. DJI itself calls it “ultra-compact” and says it brings hands-free video on par with larger pro cams ^[19]. The build is solid, with the waterproof (to 10 m) camera snapping firmly into its dock via magnets and clips. Early hands-on reports praise its build and mount robustness – even clipping Nano under a helmet or on a jacket felt secure ^[20].

Behind the tiny exterior is high-end imaging. The 1/1.3″ CMOS sensor (shared with DJI’s Action 5 Pro) can shoot 4K up to 60 fps, plus 4K at 120 fps for slow-motion ^[21]. It outputs 10-bit video, capturing “72% more color” than an 8-bit cam ^[22]. Reviewers note the image quality is impressive: Amateur Photographer found the “quality of the 10-bit video is impressive, especially… DJI says the Nano is the first ‘wearable’ to offer 10-bit” ^[23]. In daylight the footage is sharp and richly detailed; even in lower light the Nano’s SuperNight mode and wide 143° lens pull in a lot of the scene ^[24] ^[25]. Dynamic range (~13.5 stops) is excellent for its size ^[26], keeping highlights and shadows well-balanced.

Stabilization is another strong suit. The Osmo Nano inherits DJI’s RockSteady 3.0 and horizon leveling (HorizonBalancing) tech ^[27]. In practice this means very steady video from a chest or head mount, even during jogging or cycling. Reviewers report “I was very impressed” by how well it held the horizon during fast moves ^[28]. Switching between horizontal and vertical shooting is easy with the dock, and there are smart features like pre-record (which always saves a few seconds of footage before you pressed record) and on-device gesture control (a nod or tap to start/stop) ^[29] ^[30].

Battery life is solid for such a small cam. In tests, a full charge in the dock gave about 200 minutes of recording at 1080p24 ^[31]. The camera module alone will record roughly 55–60 minutes at 4K/30fps (slightly less at 4K/60) ^[32]. USB-C fast-charging from the dock (or any power bank) replenishes 80% in about 20 minutes ^[33] ^[34], so one can swap batteries during a day out if needed.

Compared to DJI’s other cameras: The Nano is in a league of its own for size. As Amateur Photographer notes, it’s “the smallest vlogging option from the DJI stable, smaller than the Pocket 3 or Osmo 360” ^[35]. For example, the Osmo Pocket 3 (1″ sensor, 3-axis gimbal) is much bulkier but offers bigger sensor (1″ vs 1/1.3″) and built-in 3-axis stabilization ^[36]. DJI’s flagship Osmo Action 5 Pro (USD $349) actually uses the same 1/1.3″ sensor and supports 4K/60 or 4K/120 video ^[37] ^[38], but it’s a traditional GoPro-style camera (with dual screens and an “extended” battery) rather than a wearable. The Action 5 Pro also has top-notch stabilization and up to ~4 hours battery life (in 1080p) ^[39], whereas Nano trades that for extreme portability. In short, DJI’s Osmo Nano isn’t trying to replace those cameras but to complement them: it offers hands-free wearability that no other DJI cam has. Reviewers agree the Nano “breaks new ground in the vlogging department” thanks to its magnet-clip design ^[40].

Pricewise, DJI has been competitive. At ~$300 (64 GB) the Osmo Nano undercuts many larger action cams, despite matching or exceeding some of their video specs. Amateur Photographer observes that DJI “has priced the Osmo Nano very keenly” ^[41] for what it offers. Given its unique form factor, quality image output and robust stabilization, many experts predict it will be a hit with content creators once they get their hands on it. DJI’s only limitation is regional availability: at launch the Nano is sold in Europe, UK, Canada and selected markets ^[42], but DJI has signaled hope to serve the U.S. market later ^[43] (unofficial resellers are already listing it on Amazon).

Sources: DJI’s media release and spec sheets ^[44] ^[45] ^[46]; tech reviews and hands-on reports ^[47] ^[48] ^[49]; pricing from DJI and news outlets ^[50] ^[51]. These confirm the Osmo Nano’s features, performance and market position.