STACK #255 January 2026

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both high-contrast and low-light scenes. The square sensor also powers the new 4K Custom Mode for shooting wide and cropping later – handy for creators posting across multiple platforms. With SuperNight mode, the larger sensor, wider aperture and refined noise reduction all work together to capture clean, detailed night footage up to 4K/60fps.

The DJI Osmo Action 6 packs a bigger sensor, smarter variable aperture, stronger low-light performance, and rock solid stabilisation. It’s built for creators who want pro level results without complicated set-up. Words Scott Hocking Level up your creativity with the DJI Osmo Action 6

New creative modes For editors, 10-bit D-Log M is back with more dynamic range and real-time preview monitoring. If slow motion is your style, the Action 6 records 4K/120fps and can generate 32× Super Slow Motion in 1080p. Natural Wide FOV is a new creative tool that can reduce vertical distortion for more natural-looking footage, while Starburst mode can add a dash of dazzle to bright night scenes and city lights. Portrait Mode, Subject Tracking, and Subject Centering keep faces well exposed and naturally toned for vlogs, travel reels, or action-packed selfies, with RockSteady 3.0 and HorizonSteady keeping footage smooth and stable up to 4K/60fps. Then there are the dedicated sport focused modes – including mountain biking, motorcycling, diving, snow sports, and hiking – that optimise stabilisation, colour accuracy and data overlays to suit the activity. Durable and ready for action

The Osmo Action 6 is built tough, with 20m waterproofing (no case needed)

The first-ever variable aperture in a DJI action cam The biggest leap from the Osmo Action 5 is the new variable aperture system, switching between f/2.0 and f/4.0. This gives you more control in changing light, manages exposure in bright scenes, and unlocks that shallow depth-of-field look that creators love. At f/2.0, the Action 6 shines in

and a cold-resistant battery lasting up to four hours, with fast charging taking power from 0–80% in just 22 minutes, so you’re ready

for every moment. Smarter audio and connectivity

The OsmoAudio ecosystem supports dual DJI mic transmitters with no receiver required, plus onboard audio backup and mixed ambient/voice tracks for immersive sound. With 50GB storage, dual OLED touchscreens, gesture control (even with gloves) and GPS Bluetooth remote support, the Osmo Action 6 is more user-friendly than ever.

low light, producing cleaner, richer detail than its predecessor. Paired with DJI’s optional macro lens, you can shoot stunning close-ups of food, pets or textures with beautiful background blur. Auto Aperture mode offers different aperture ranges, and the camera can intelligently adjust on the fly to keep footage looking balanced and natural.

New sensor for greater flexibility Another major upgrade is the new 1/1.1-inch square sensor, supporting up to 4K/120fps recording in 4:3. You get more detail, better dynamic range, and stronger performance in

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