DJI
Osmo 360
Dual-lens 360 action camera with 1/1.1-inch CMOS imaging, 8K 360 video, 120MP panoramic photos, IP68 10m waterproofing, and 128GB built-in storage.
$549
Launch priceReleased Jul 2025
Sony
ZV-1
The original Sony vlogging compact with a 1-inch stacked sensor, 24–70mm f/1.8–2.8 ZEISS lens, Real-time Eye AF, and side-flip screen.
$749
Launch priceReleased May 2020
Osmo 360 is 5.2 years newer.
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Wins
Osmo 360
Wins
ZV-1
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BZV-1 has higher AF points / zones (315 vs 0)
- AOsmo 360 has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- AOsmo 360 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 12,800)
- AOsmo 360 has higher 4K max frame rate (100 fps vs 30 fps)
- BZV-1 has higher Burst (mechanical) (24 fps vs 8 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Osmo 360
36 × 81 × 61 mm
183.2 g (0.40 lb / 6.46 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
ZV-1
106 × 60 × 44 mm
294 g (0.65 lb / 10.37 oz)
Osmo 360 is 69mm narrower than ZV-1 but it is also 21mm taller and 18mm thicker.
Osmo 360 is 111 g lighter than ZV-1.
Depth (front-to-back): 61mm Osmo 360 · 44mm ZV-1
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Osmo 360
36 × 81 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
ZV-1
106 × 60 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Osmo 360
36 × 61 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
ZV-1
106 × 44 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Osmo 360
11.5 × 8.6 mm · Compact
99 mm² area
ZV-1
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″
116 mm² area
1.2× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Osmo 360
Codecs
Adds H.265, HEVC
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Stabilization modes
Adds RockSteady 3.0, Horizon Lock
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 36.3, 81, 61
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 12,800 — higher is better
4K max frame rate
100 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 260 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
ZV-1
AF points / zones
315 vs 0 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal
Codecs
Adds XAVC S, AVCHD
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 105.5, 60, 43.5
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I, Memory Stick Duo
Burst (mechanical)
24 fps vs 8 fps — higher is better
AA filter
Only ZV-1 supports it
Eye AF
Only ZV-1 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Osmo 360
Pros
- ✓8K 360 video
- ✓120MP panoramic photos
- ✓IP68 and 10m waterproof
- ✓128GB built-in storage
Cons
- –Fisheye stitching limits underwater use
- –JPEG photos only
- –360 workflow adds editing steps
ZV-1
Pros
- ✓1-inch stacked Exmor RS sensor with DRAM
- ✓24–70mm f/1.8–2.8 ZEISS zoom
- ✓Real-time Eye AF and Product Showcase
- ✓Side vari-angle LCD for vlogging
- ✓4K oversampled video and HFR slow-mo
Cons
- –Fixed 24–70mm zoom (no telephoto reach)
- –No built-in ND filter (unlike ZV-1 II)
- –No EVF
- –Short battery life for long shoots
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DJI Osmo 360
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for travel, Osmo 360 or ZV-1?
Osmo 360 scores 8.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for ZV-1 — 183.2g — ultralight for all-day carry.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo 360 and ZV-1?
Osmo 360 is 30.72 MP and ZV-1 is 20.1 MP, so the Osmo 360 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Osmo 360 and ZV-1?
Osmo 360 does not have IBIS, while ZV-1 uses Optical SteadyShot + Active electronic (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the Osmo 360 or the ZV-1?
Osmo 360 reaches 20 fps electronic. ZV-1 reaches 24 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo 360 and ZV-1?
Osmo 360 weighs 183.2 g and ZV-1 weighs 294 g, so the Osmo 360 is 111 g lighter.
Do the Osmo 360 and ZV-1 record 4K video?
Osmo 360: 4K up to 100p. ZV-1: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Osmo 360 and ZV-1 weather sealed?
Osmo 360: Yes. ZV-1: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Osmo 360 and 260 shots for the ZV-1, giving the Osmo 360 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo 360 launched at $549 and ZV-1 at $749. The Osmo 360 is $200 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of DJI and Sony press materials.