Image: DJI It's been less than a year since DJI released the Osmo Mobile 7 (and 7P), and yet, the company has already announced its successor. The Osmo Mobile 8 is a subtle upgrade, but it brings a handful of new features such as 360-degree horizontal panning, Apple DockKit support and the ability to track cats and dogs.
The Osmo Mobile 8, like its predecessors, offers three-axis stabilization. However, it adds full 360-degree horizontal rotation, which is a first for the Osmo Mobile lineup. The full rotation capabilities will make it easier to create sweeping panoramic shots and full-circle follow videos.
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The new gimbal supports three different subject tracking methods, including another first for the Osmo series: support for Apple DockKit. Support for Apple's tracking technology enables subject tracking with the native iPhone camera app, as well as the 200 iOS apps that are compatible with it. Alternatively, the DJI Mimo app for iOS and Android offers DJI's proprietary ActiveTrack 7. 0. 1 tracking technology that can track people, pets or objects. The app uses both the wide-angle and telephoto lenses to follow a subject even in challenging situations, and it can even detect multiple subjects.
DJI also brought over support for its Multifunctional Module, which it introduced with the Osmo Mobile 7P, though with even more tracking modes. The little accessory is now capable of tracking dogs and cats in addition to humans, so that users can get epic videos of their pets. The module attaches magnetically to the gimbal and offers an integrated light with temperature and brightness controls. It also functions as a microphone receiver, supporting DJI's Mic 3, Mic 2, and Mic Mini, and has indicator lights to monitor tracking status.
The Multifunctional Module offers a light with brightness and temperature control and a tracking status indicator.
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The Osmo Mobile 8 reintroduces the side wheel that was first featured on the Osmo Mobile 6. DJI had nixed the wheel on the base Osmo Mobile 7 model, instead only offering it on the 7P. The rest of the Osmo Mobile 8 remains consistent. It has numerous on-handle buttons for faster control and offers an integrated tripod and a built-in extension rod. DJI promises 10 hours of battery life from the gimbal, and it can also charge your phone while you're recording.
Unfortunately for US customers, as with other DJI products this year, the Osmo Mobile 8 will not be officially available in the US. However, it is available globally starting today for
Press release:
DJI Introduces Osmo Mobile 8 with Intelligent Subject Tracking
New Flagship Gimbal Features Apple DockKit Compatibility for Active Tracking and Seamless 360° Horizontal Pan Rotation
November 5, 2025 - DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, today launches the Osmo Mobile 8 – allowing anyone with a smartphone to create cinematic footage. The latest generation of DJI's popular smartphone gimbal features a 360° horizontal pan rotation and ultra-comfortable grip for low-angle shooting capability, providing a new level of freedom and flexibility when shooting content on a smartphone. With intelligent subject tracking, the gimbal now allows creators to keep cats and dogs in addition to people in frame.
The Multifunctional Module includes a microphone receiver compatible with DJI Mic 3, DJI Mic 2 and DJI Mic Mini transmitters, enabling high-quality audio capture, as well as adjustable built-in lighting options1 for creative scenes. Finally, an integrated extension rod and tripod provides flexibility without the need for additional accessories.
Track Subjects Three Different Ways
Osmo Mobile 8 offers three different subject-tracking methods, bringing freedom of composition to creators. For the first time, Osmo Mobile users with iPhones2 can also track subjects using Apple DockKit, Apple's intelligent subject-tracking technology. This allows for subject tracking within the native iPhone camera app or any of the 200+ iOS applications compatible with Apple DockKit.
Supporting both iPhone and Android phones, the Osmo Mobile 8 Multifunctional Module is now able to track dogs and cats1 in addition to humans, making it possible to capture heartwarming moments with pets with little effort. Magnetically attached to the gimbal, the module's tracking capability works across the native camera and livestreaming apps, and excels in multi-person scenarios, responding steadily to keep up with the selected target.
Finally, the DJI Mimo app for iOS and Android enables ActiveTrack 7. 0. 1, DJI's proprietary
advanced tracking technology that can now track people, pets, or objects. With Dual Lens
Boost2, the app uses both a phone's wide-angle and telephoto lenses together to ensure the subject is never lost, no matter how fast the movement or how crowded the scene. Meanwhile, Smart Capture can detect multiple subjects and makes it easy to switch between subjects, even in a complicated environment.
The Power of the DJI OM Multifunctional Module
In addition to subject tracking, the Multifunctional Module also features a fill light with eight levels of brightness and eight levels of color temperature. Controlled by a side wheel, creators can easily create the desired lighting effect and mood for the scene. A microphone receiver compatible with DJI Mic 3, DJI Mic 2 and DJI Mic Mini transmitters1 is built into the module, providing crystal-clear sound for livestreams and vlogs.
The Multifunctional Module can be easily attached to the gimbal with a simple magnetic clip. It can be controlled using hand gestures to take photos, start or stop recording, activate tracking, or adjust a composition.
Showing your palm to the module starts or stops intelligent tracking.
Making a “V” gesture takes a photo. It can also start or stop video recording.
Making a “Double L” gesture twice with two hands adjusts a subject's framing.
Getting the Shot
The Osmo Mobile 8 is the first Osmo Mobile generation to offer a pan axis that supports 360° horizontal rotation, capturing smooth panoramic photos and videos from any angle. The gimbal can lock onto moving subjects with intelligent tracking, and the unlimited 360° rotation provides seamless, engaging footage. The Osmo Mobile 8 also offers an ultra-comfortable grip that enables low-angle shots, complementing the gimbal's new ability to track pets and unlocking new creative perspectives.
Keeping Utility Front and Center
Osmo Mobile 8 utilizes DJI's seventh-generation, three-axis stabilization technology to provide consistent stability without compromising image quality. Creators can smoothly switch between the phone's front and rear cameras with the gimbal, making stories more dynamic and vivid. Three presses on the gimbal's trigger rotates the phone's rear camera to face the user to enable rear camera selfies, achieving seamless transitions between subjects and scenery at the same high resolution image quality. It features an integrated tripod and a built-in extension rod, expanding the field of view to include more friends, pets, or scenery.
Weighing 370g, the Osmo Mobile 8 offers up to 10 hours of operating time, and can even charge a phone – ideal for extended outdoor filming and livestreaming.
Price and Availability
DJI Osmo Mobile 8 is available to order from store. dji. com and authorized retail partners, with shipping starting today.
Osmo Mobile 8 retails for 135 GBP.
Accessories available include:
DJI OM Magnetic Quick-Release Mount
DJI Mic Mini Transmitter
DJI Mic 2 Transmitter
DJI Mic 3 Transmitter
DJI OM Grip Tripod
DJI OM 8 Tracking Kit
DJI Care Refresh
DJI Care Refresh, the comprehensive protection plan for DJI products, is now available for
Osmo Mobile 8. Accidental damage is covered by the replacement service, including natural wear, collisions, and water damage. For a small additional charge, you can have your damaged product replaced if an accident occurs.
DJI Care Refresh (1-Year Plan) includes up to 2 replacements in 1 year. DJI Care Refresh
(2-Year Plan) includes up to 4 replacements in 2 years. Other services of DJI Care Refresh
include official warranty, international warranty service and free shipping. For a full list of
details, please visit: https://www. dji. com/support/service/djicare-refresh
For more information, please refer to: https://www. dji. com/osmo-mobile-8
1 All data was tested in controlled conditions. Actual experience may vary. For more details, please refer to the official DJI website.
2 For compatibility information, refer to the smartphone compatibility list on the official DJI
website.
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