I tested the DJI Osmo Mobile 8P and DJI has fixed the one thing holding its smartphone gimbal back

Date:
Fri, 08 May 2026 16:15:00 +0000

Description:
One small improvement over its predecessor makes the Osmo Mobile 8P the new go-to small stabilizer for smartphones.

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Osmo Mobile 8P: two-minute review When I reviewed the DJI Osmo Mobile 8 in November 2025, the only real criticism I had for it was its lack of a remote control. With the Osmo Mobile 8P, DJI has gone and fixed that issue and in doing so has produced what I'd call the most capable lightweight smartphone stabilizer on the market right now.

The headline addition is the Osmo FrameTap, a detachable remote that snaps magnetically onto the gimbal handle for close-up work and slides off for remote shooting (with a range of up to 25m). Its 1.4-inch touchscreen can mirror your phone's camera view directly on Android, via the Mimo app on iOS
so you can frame shots, trigger tracking, and adjust the gimbal's pan and tilt without having to peer at your phone's screen. It's a feature that the Osmo Mobile 8 was crying out for, and a match for the touchscreen remote that made the Hohem iSteady V3 Ultra one of my favorite gimbals of 2025. The FrameTap touchscreen remote spends most of its time fixed to the gimbal's handle, but pops out when needed. (Image credit: Future | Sam Kieldsen) In most other respects, the 8P is virtually identical to the Osmo Mobile 8: it has the same foldable form factor, built-in extension rod and mini tripod, magnetic phone clamp, 360 pan rotation, and up to 10 hours of battery life. DJI claims the OM 8P's 8th-generation three-axis stabilization delivers 20% more torque than the OM 8's, and while I don't doubt that on paper, I'd be surprised if most users noticed any difference in everyday shooting. The stabilization is smooth and dependable, as you'd expect from any modern DJI gimbal. Latest Videos From DJI Osmo Mobile 8P (Black Download) at Amazon for 135 Where the 8P is more meaningfully upgraded is in its tracking skills. The Advanced Tracking Combo bundle I reviewed pairs the gimbal with the 2nd-Generation AI Tracking Module (officially the Multifunctional Module 2), which can now follow virtually any object not just people and pets, but vehicles and more using your phone's native camera or any third-party app.
It also features a highly customizable LED fill light. Image 1 of 4 (Image credit: Future | Sam Kieldsen) (Image credit: Future | Sam Kieldsen) (Image credit: Future | Sam Kieldsen) (Image credit: Future | Sam Kieldsen) In testing, ActiveTrack 8.0 (only available through the Mimo app) and the Module 2's own tracking were both excellent, reliably re-acquiring me even when I ducked behind objects and re-emerged in a different spot. You can also set your position within the frame rather than being locked to the center, which is a useful tool for more compositionally minded creators. Apple DockKit tracking is also present, but with Module 2 available, it feels largely redundant. I suppose it's useful if you want the simplicity of NFC pairing, but it offers far fewer options than either of the other two modes.

Beyond tracking, the 8P's general feature set will feel familiar to anyone
who has used its predecessor. You get the same four gimbal motion modes PTF (pan and tilt follow), PF (pan follow), FPV, and SpinShot cycled through via the FrameTap's on-screen mode button, plus a trigger on the front for re-centering, locking the gimbal axes, and flipping the phone between front and rear-facing cameras. Buttons for toggling between portrait and landscape orientation are also available (again, via the FrameTap's touchscreen), and the mini joystick handles manual pan and tilt when you want direct control over the gimbal arm. Image 1 of 3 (Image credit: Future | Sam Kieldsen)
(Image credit: Future | Sam Kieldsen) (Image credit: Future | Sam Kieldsen) There are some trade-offs here, though. By shifting much of the control
scheme to the FrameTap's touchscreen, the 8P feels less immediately hands-on than the OM8 the joystick is smaller, and functions like mode switching and camera toggling now live behind a touchscreen rather than dedicated physical buttons. The zoom/focus wheel present on the Osmo Mobile 8 is gone entirely, which feels like a regression. And if you're stepping up from a gimbal that used the original Multifunctional Module 1, note that the Module 2 has apparently dropped support for connecting a DJI wireless microphone directly to the module itself you'll need to connect your mic to the phone instead. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our
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All things considered, the Osmo Mobile 8P represents a small but meaningful step forward for DJI's gimbal lineup. Its tracking is class-leading, its remote control fills the one gap that held the OM 8 back, and its pricing remains competitive against rivals like the Insta360 Flow 2 Pro and Hohem iSteady V3 Ultra. The reduced physical controls and the Module 2's dropped
mic receiver support are real niggles, but they're unlikely to be
dealbreakers for most users. If you're in the market for a folding smartphone gimbal, the OM 8P is now the one to beat. DJI Osmo Mobile 8P: price and availability Priced from 135 / AU$219 Available in three different bundles At 135 / AU$219 for the Standard Combo (which, importantly, includes the FrameTap), the Osmo Mobile 8P is priced at the same level as its predecessor.

The Advanced Tracking Combo (which is the configuration I tested) comes in at 169 / AU$269. It includes the same contents as the Standard Combo, plus the new Multifunctional Module 2 tracker and fill light.

Finally, there's the Creator Combo at 195 / AU$329, which features all of the above plus a DJI Mic Mini 2 transmitter and mobile receiver. Like all recent DJI products, there's no US pricing or availability at launch. DJI Osmo
Mobile 8P: specs Swipe to scroll horizontally

Dimensions:

196 x 105 x 38mm (folded)

Weight:

386g / 13.6oz

Compatible phone weight:

170 to 300g / 6 to 10.6oz

Compatible phone thickness:

6.9 to 11mm

Compatible phone width:

67 to 84mm

Connectivity:

Bluetooth 5.4, USB-C

Battery life:

4 hours (using tracking and fill light) / 10 hours (balanced and stationary) Should you buy the DJI Osmo Mobile 8P? (Image credit: Future | Sam Kieldsen) Buy it if... You want the best gimbal for tracking Offering three distinct ways to track diverse subjects, the OM 8P is great at keeping you in the frame. You want an affordable, compact gimbal Compact and competively priced, the OM 8P starts at the same price as its predecessor did upon release. Note you'll need to pay more for the tracking bundle, however. Don't buy it if... You own a heavy phone If your smartphone weighs over 300g or is more than
11mm thick, the Osmo Mobile 8P won't be able to grip it. You like hardware controls By shifting most of its buttons to the FrameTap's touchscreen, the
OM 8P ditches the immediacy of its predecessor's physical controls. DJI Osmo Mobile 8P review: Also consider Insta360 Flow 2 Pro The Flow 2 Pro was once the best all-round gimbal for tracking, but since its release it has been surpassed by Hohem and DJI. It's still a capable stabilizer, however particularly if you can pick it up at a discount price.

Read our in-depth Insta360 Flow 2 Pro review Hohem iSteady V3 Ultra Hohem's stabilizer offers excellent module-based tracking plus a touchscreen-equipped remote control unit a feature now "borrowed" by DJI. It doesn't have a quick-release mount option, but it can grip heavier, larger handsets than the Osmo Mobile 8P.

Read our in-depth Hohem iSteady V3 Ultra review How I tested the DJI Osmo Mobile 8 One week of use Tested with an Apple iPhone 13 Used for B-roll and vlog-style footage I reviewed the DJI Osmo Mobile 8P for around a week, testing it both handheld and set up on its built-in mini tripod. It was used with my Apple iPhone 13's front-facing and rear cameras, both indoors and outdoors, and I recorded video using a range of apps (but mostly the iPhone camera and DJI Mimo). I made sure to test its tracking capabilities with all three of the available tracking methods: ActiveTrack 8.0 (via the Mimo app only); the Module 2; and Apple DockKit. First reviewed May 2026 DJI Osmo Mobile 8P: Price Comparison 135 View 169 View 195 View We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices powered by



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