We probably now know what OptimusPrime will be saving up for as his gift to himself this Christmas. A gadget freak, but a very discerning one at that as he doesn't have a big budget, he prefers a device that can help him capture the action better without really spending so much. With the reveal of the new DJI Osmo Handheld 4K Camera with a 3-axis stabilization, here is something that he can use that is comparable to what an aerial camera drone can capture whilst in flight.

For the airsoft media, and perhaps this goes even for sports media people, having a really stable video footage to capture the action is really important. Smooth videos can provide better screenshots and at the same time easier for editing showing the breathtaking action happening right before our eyes. Airsoft events, especially the Milsim ones, are so compelling to document on video, that having a very ergonomic but highly capable camera would enhance how these events are recorded.

But for those who are thinking that this is a camera in the likes of the 4K camcorders from giant electronics companies the likes of Sony, Canon, or Panasonic, they will be disappointed. Their products that are at the price range of the DJI Osmo would be probably do more as they have more recording features but they would probably not match the DJI Osmo in terms of being used by someone embedded in a group of airsoft players storming rooms or running from objective to another. The way the DJI Osmo can be held with the especially designed pistol grip makes it easier for the camera man to follow an airsoft milsim team go through a mission.

The 4K footage recording is at 120 frames per second (fps) allowing the editing of the video for slow motion scenes. With the hyperlapse feature, first person photography can be enhanced when going through various scenes and timelapse photography can do some dramatic effect on taking photos of the AO.

Just like controlling the DJI camera drones such as the Phantoms and Inspire One, you will need a smartphone to be able to change the settings, controls, and monitor the footage. But the pistol grip has the basic controls for it to get footage without the smartphone. Even with the pistol grip, the DJI Osmo can be mounted on a tripod to do panaromic, group shots, and timelapse photography. Most importantly it can do that must have selfie with ease. There are more mounting accessories for DJI Cosmo for certain vehicles and situations.

The DJI Cosmo is expected to be released on the 15th of October at a price of US$650.00. The release date will be the same as the UK and the price will be £550.