It looks like DJI have started stocking and selling probably the best and most practical microphone for the osmo, the Rode VideoMicro. This is the mic I have and its very good. You still need to try and keep it away fro the Osmo's camera though as it might well pick up *some noise from the fan.

http://store.dji.com/product/osmo-rode-videomicro

I thought the Osmo extension mic Jack only worked with external powered mics!? I'm wondering how much more power is drain from the battery when this set up is used? Thanks for sharing !

BIGDZ Posted at 2015-12-24 14:45
I thought the Osmo extension mic Jack only worked with external powered mics!? I'm wondering how muc ...

Osmo provides 3.7v of power from the mic jack.. It will have an impact on the battery but made up for by good audio

sploodge Posted at 2015-12-24 07:09
Osmo provides 3.7v of power from the mic jack.. It will have an impact on the battery but made up  ...

Hey Sploodge, what other brackets are you using on that set up I saw of yours?

dennismurry08@c Posted at 2015-12-24 18:58
Hey Sploodge, what other brackets are you using on that set up I saw of yours?

Hi Dennis.. Its a mashup of these items ( probably available in the US eBay too or from china ).

Handgrip: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/DSLR-Dual-Handle-Grip-for-Shoulder-Pad-15mm-Rail-Rod-Rig-Support-System-EM-12-/311378621199

Rail Rods: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Lanparte-AR-200-Short-200mm-8-Long-x-15mm-Diameter-Rods-Rails-for-Rig-/151494070474

Mount holding the Osmo - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/7-DV-Arm-w-rod-clamp-for-15mm-Rod-Rail-LCD-Monitor-/290640006760

Mount for galaxy Tab S2: http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00P6UCHPU

Adapter to hold ther tablet mount and DJI universal mount that hold the Rode Mic: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SMALLRIG-DSLR-Shoulder-Rigs-15mm-Rod-Clamp-Mount-for-15mm-Rig-Rail-Support-/191279433936

DJI OSMO Microphone attachment using a Fotodiox Adapter. Here's my way of attaching the Rode VideoMicro to the Osmo using a Fotodiox smart phone adapter. Works nicely with a ball & socket head.

I bought this cold shoe mount for $10
http://youtu.be/_AbiMZwqxjg

alanamor82@hotm Posted at 2015-12-25 04:58
DJI OSMO Microphone attachment using a Fotodiox Adapter. Here's my way of attaching the Rode VideoMi ...

Very creative and useful, thanks for sharing.

Thanks for sharing, sploodge.

I just bought my Rode videomicro for this camera when I get it.  Haven't seen what DJI is doing for CES but I am excited to attach it to the osmo.  Rode is such a great company and I think in some ways they are ahead of there time.  With quality and price you really can't beat.  

trip3980 Posted at 2016-1-7 01:33
I just bought my Rode videomicro for this camera when I get it.  Haven't seen what DJI is doing for  ...

So if I buy this mic for my Osmo, I also need the "DJI Straight Extension Arm"for $29 from B&H to attach it in the way shown in the DJI images right? Anything further needed?

Seachief Posted at 2016-1-6 15:01
So if I buy this mic for my Osmo, I also need the "DJI Straight Extension Arm"for $29 from B&H to a ...

You need the DJI straight arm extension AND the DJI universal mount unless you use the setup that alanamor82 is showing above...then you just attach to the phone mount.

Seachief Posted at 2016-1-7 07:01
So if I buy this mic for my Osmo, I also need the "DJI Straight Extension Arm"for $29 from B&H to a ...

you will but I say wait till you get the camera because tech changes.  Not so much with a good mic tho. the Rode video micro is an all around good mic so you wont go wrong and for the price its really a win win.  I tested the mic and I can hear my heart beat when I put it up to my chest its that good.    

trip3980 Posted at 2016-1-6 20:57
you will but I say wait till you get the camera because tech changes.  Not so much with a good mic ...

So I've just mounted the rode video micro to the device holder - using the 360 mount by DJI.  I still get significant fan noise - more than I was expecting or hear on youtube videos of other samples.

Any ideas?

alanamor82@hotm Posted at 2015-12-25 04:58
DJI OSMO Microphone attachment using a Fotodiox Adapter. Here's my way of attaching the Rode VideoMi ...

Nice one!

trip3980 Posted at 2016-1-7 01:33
I just bought my Rode videomicro for this camera when I get it.  Haven't seen what DJI is doing for  ...

Hey, thanks for your attention! About CES and DJI, please refer to this website: http://events.dji.com/ces2016/

mosborne76 Posted at 2016-3-1 09:12
So I've just mounted the rode video micro to the device holder - using the 360 mount by DJI.  I st ...

The Osmo's audio recording is not 'perfect' right now, sorry about that. In the next firmware, the fan would be muted in the DJI GO App to reduce the annoying noise from the fan, hope that will bring you a better using experience and please pay close attention to DJI's office release about the update soon.

DJI-Adela Posted at 2016-2-29 21:06
The Osmo's audio recording is not 'perfect' right now, sorry about that. In the next firmware, the ...

Wow - I have to ask - how is that going to work?  It can't shut the fan off, so how will the muting work?

mosborne76 Posted at 2016-3-2 07:55
Wow - I have to ask - how is that going to work?  It can't shut the fan off, so how will the mutin ...

The principle is similar to the built-in camera in Inspire 1. For Inspire 1, the cooling fan is built in to protect critical sensors, ensuring that normal temperatures are maintained and the camera can function properly. When the sensor temperature exceeds 30 ℃, the fan is automatically activated. The fan is turned off when the temperature drops below 20 ℃.

DJI-Adela Posted at 2016-3-1 20:27
The principle is similar to the built-in camera in Inspire 1. For Inspire 1, the cooling fan is bu ...

That sounds great - and should work... but in normal operation doesn't the unit heat up above 30c/86f easily?

And when's the new firmware out?

mosborne76 Posted at 2016-3-3 01:42
That sounds great - and should work... but in normal operation doesn't the unit heat up above 30c/ ...

The room temperature is already about 20 - 25 degree Celsius, the Osmo may warm up to 30 degree Celsius very fast...
As for the new firmware, our engineers are working on it, please pay close attention to our official website .

DJI-Adela Posted at 2016-3-3 10:01
The room temperature is already about 20 - 25 degree Celsius, the Osmo may warm up to 30 degree Ce ...

So, the mute feature would be useful for just a few seconds? What's the point?

renmedalhk Posted at 2016-3-3 15:02
So, the mute feature would be useful for just a few seconds? What's the point?

Uh...Don't get me wrong, I'm talking about the general idea, for the details please keep an eye on our website. Once the new firmware is released, everything will be clear. Thanks for your attention!

DJI-Adela Posted at 2016-3-4 11:06
Uh...Don't get me wrong, I'm talking about the general idea, for the details please keep an eye on ...

Whenever you get a date for that firmware release please let us know.  Clearly a lot of folks anxious for this update !

mosborne76 Posted at 2016-3-5 01:33
Whenever you get a date for that firmware release please let us know.  Clearly a lot of folks anxi ...

Sure. You'll know at the  first time when it's ready. Thanks for your attention!