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DJI Osmo Mobile 8 vs DJI Osmo Mobile 8P

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DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal

DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal

  • Stabilisation: 3-axis motorized stabilization; 7th-generation DJI stabilization.
  • About 370 g.
  • Battery: Li-Po 1S.
  • 12.06 Wh of stored energy.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
KSh 18,500In Stock
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DJI Osmo Mobile 8P Gimbal

DJI Osmo Mobile 8P Gimbal

  • Stabilisation: 3-axis motorized stabilization; 8th-generation DJI stabilization.
  • Battery: Li-Po 1S.
  • 12.06 Wh of stored energy.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Built-in tripod for freestanding shots.
KSh 24,500In Stock
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DJI Osmo Mobile 7P GimbalKSh 16,000
DJI Osmo Mobile SEKSh 13,500
DJI Osmo Mobile 6KSh 15,500
DJI Mobile 7 GimbalKSh 14,000
DJI RS 4KSh 70,000
DJI RS 4 MiniKSh 42,000
DJI RS 4 Mini ComboKSh 58,000
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Our quick verdict

The DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal is the better buy: it costs KSh 6,000 less, with the same 3,350 mAh battery as the DJI Osmo Mobile 8P Gimbal.

Camera

DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal
Stabilisation: 3-axis motorized stabilization; 7th-generation DJI stabilization
DJI Osmo Mobile 8P Gimbal
Stabilisation: 3-axis motorized stabilization; 8th-generation DJI stabilization

Controls

DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal
Joystick, shutter/record button, M button, zoom/focus wheel
DJI Osmo Mobile 8P Gimbal
Osmo FrameTap touchscreen

Battery life

DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal
Up to 10 hours per charge
DJI Osmo Mobile 8P Gimbal
3,350 mAh battery

Weight

DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal
About 370 g
DJI Osmo Mobile 8P Gimbal
About 386 g

Charging time

DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal
Approx. 2.5 hours with a 10W USB-C charger
DJI Osmo Mobile 8P Gimbal
Approx. 2.5 hours, charging temperature: 5°C to 40°C

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal

  • Lower price: KSh 18,500 (vs KSh 24,500).

DJI Osmo Mobile 8P Gimbal

  • 3,350 mAh battery.
  • Weighs about 386 g.

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PriorityDJI Osmo Mobile 8 GimbalDJI Osmo Mobile 8P Gimbal
TrackingYes, ActiveTrack 8.0, Apple DockKit and optional DJI OM Multifunctional Module trackingYes, ActiveTrack 8.0, Apple DockKit and optional Multifunctional Module 2 tracking
Battery lifeUp to 10 hours per charge3,350 mAh battery
WeightAbout 370 gAbout 386 g
CameraStabilisation: 3-axis motorized stabilization; 7th-generation DJI stabilizationStabilisation: 3-axis motorized stabilization; 8th-generation DJI stabilization
Battery capacity3,350 mAh battery3,350 mAh battery
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.3

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Osmo Mobile 8 GimbalDJI Osmo Mobile 8P Gimbal
BrandDJIDJI
ModelOsmo Mobile 8Osmo Mobile 8P
AnnouncedNovember 5, 2025May 7, 2026
TypeSmartphone gimbalSmartphone gimbal
Stabilization3-axis motorized stabilization; 7th-generation DJI stabilization3-axis motorized stabilization; 8th-generation DJI stabilization
ColorGrayDark Gray

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Osmo Mobile 8 GimbalDJI Osmo Mobile 8P Gimbal
DimensionsUnfolded: 288 × 107 × 96 mm; folded: 190 × 95 × 46 mmUnfolded: 291 × 110 × 101 mm; folded: 196 × 105 × 38 mm
WeightApprox. 370 g including built-in tripod, magnetic phone clamp and Multifunctional ModuleApprox. 386 g including built-in tripod, Magnetic Phone Clamp 5, Multifunctional Module 2 and Osmo FrameTap; Osmo FrameTap dimensions and weight: 53 × 37 × 19 mm; 29 g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Osmo Mobile 8 GimbalDJI Osmo Mobile 8P Gimbal
Battery TypeLi-Po 1SLi-Po 1S
Battery Capacity3350 mAh (12.06 Wh)3350 mAh (12.06 Wh)
Battery LifeApprox. 10 hours; about 4-5 hours with intelligent tracking depending on fill-light useApprox. 10 hours under DJI test conditions; about 3-5 hours with intelligent tracking depending on module and fill-light use; Osmo FrameTap battery life: Up to 4.5 hours standby; charging approx. 2.5 hours
Charging TimeApprox. 2.5 hours with a 10W USB-C charger; Charging temperature: 5°C to 40°CApprox. 2.5 hours; Charging temperature: 5°C to 40°C
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Device ChargingYes — can charge a connected smartphoneYes — can charge a connected smartphone

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Osmo Mobile 8 GimbalDJI Osmo Mobile 8P Gimbal
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Gimbal: Bluetooth 5.3; Osmo FrameTap: Bluetooth 5.4 BR/EDR

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Osmo Mobile 8 GimbalDJI Osmo Mobile 8P Gimbal
Subject TrackingYes — ActiveTrack 8.0, Apple DockKit and optional DJI OM Multifunctional Module trackingYes — ActiveTrack 8.0, Apple DockKit and optional Multifunctional Module 2 tracking
Built-in TripodYes — integrated tripodYes — split-design tripod
Extension RodYes — built-in, up to 215 mmYes — built-in, up to 215 mm
Fill LightOptional — via DJI OM Multifunctional ModuleOptional — via DJI OM Multifunctional Module or Multifunctional Module 2
Special Features360° pan rotation; native iPhone tracking with DockKit; Quick Launch; low-angle shooting; gesture control; ShotGuides; one-tap editing; Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°CDetachable Osmo FrameTap remote; phone-screen mirroring/live view; 360° pan rotation; Quick Launch; low-angle shooting; gesture control; ShotGuides; one-tap editing; Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C

Compatibility & Mounting

Compatibility & Mounting specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Osmo Mobile 8 GimbalDJI Osmo Mobile 8P Gimbal
Supported DeviceSmartphonesSmartphones
Tested PayloadNot applicableNot applicable
Compatible Phone Weight170-300 g170-300 g
Compatible Phone SizeWidth: 67-84 mm; thickness: 6.9-10 mmWidth: 67-84 mm; thickness: 6.9-11 mm
Camera CompatibilitySmartphone gimbal; see DJI smartphone compatibility listSmartphone gimbal; see DJI smartphone compatibility list
Mounting SystemDJI OM magnetic phone clampDJI OM Magnetic Phone Clamp 5
Accessory Mounts / Ports1/4"-20 UNC bottom port; USB-C charging port; roll-axis USB-C output port; counterweight mounting hole1/4"-20 UNC bottom port; USB-C charging port; roll-axis USB-C output port

Gimbal & Movement

Gimbal & Movement specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Osmo Mobile 8 GimbalDJI Osmo Mobile 8P Gimbal
AxesPan, tilt and rollPan, tilt and roll
Mechanical RangePan: 360° unlimited; roll: -77° to 255°; tilt: -224° to 100°Pan: 360° unlimited; roll: -77° to 255°; tilt: -224° to 100°
Controllable RangePan: 360° unlimited; roll: -67° to 245°; tilt: -20° to 40°Pan: 360° unlimited; roll: -52° to 256°; tilt: -37° to 55°
Max Control Speed120°/s120°/s
Axis LocksManual folding/storage locksManual folding/storage locks
Vertical ShootingYesYes

Connectivity & Control

Connectivity & Control specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Osmo Mobile 8 GimbalDJI Osmo Mobile 8P Gimbal
AppDJI MimoDJI Mimo
Camera ControlBluetooth/app camera control; Apple DockKit support on compatible iPhonesBluetooth/app camera control; Osmo FrameTap remote control; Apple DockKit support on compatible iPhones; Osmo FrameTap remote transmission: Wi-Fi: over 25 m under test conditions; Bluetooth: 10 m in an unobstructed environment; Osmo FrameTap wi-fi: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax; 2.4 / 5.8 GHz, region dependent
ControlsJoystick, shutter/record button, M button, zoom/focus wheel and triggerOsmo FrameTap touchscreen and joystick; gimbal joystick, shutter/record, M button, zoom/focus wheel and trigger; Osmo FrameTap touchscreen: 1.4-inch; 240 × 240; 800 cd/m² ±10%; 60 Hz

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Osmo Mobile 8 GimbalDJI Osmo Mobile 8P Gimbal
In the BoxOsmo Mobile 8, magnetic phone clamp, USB-C to USB-C power cable (50 cm), USB-C to USB-C phone charging/audio cable (15 cm), storage pouchOsmo Mobile 8P, DJI OM Magnetic Phone Clamp 5, Osmo FrameTap, USB-C to USB-C power cable (50 cm), USB-C to USB-C phone charging cable (15 cm), storage pouch

Similarities

  • Both have 3,350 mAh batteries.
  • Both use Bluetooth 5.3.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both recharge in about 2.5 hours.
  • Both are rated for up to 10 hours.

In summary

The DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal is the better buy, as it costs less.

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