– DJI filed two patent infringement lawsuits against Insta360’s new Luna gimbal cameras.
– The first lawsuit alleges Insta360 copied the physical design of DJI’s Osmo Pocket 3.
– The second lawsuit alleges Insta360 infringed on utility patents for gimbal mechanics and tracking software.
– DJI is seeking a permanent injunction to halt Luna sales, plus damages and penalties.
– This is the second lawsuit DJI has filed against Insta360 this year, escalating their rivalry.
DJI Takes Legal Action Against Insta360 Over Luna Gimbal Cameras
DJI has recently initiated a significant legal maneuver against rival Insta360, filing two patent infringement lawsuits concerning the newly released Luna gimbal camera series in the United States. At the heart of this dispute lies the design and functionality of Insta360’s Luna Pro and Luna Ultra. The first lawsuit alleges that Insta360 shamelessly copied the physical architecture of DJI’s hugely popular Osmo Pocket 3, claiming patents on several specific design elements, such as the long, handheld body, the rotating display, the control area with a scroll wheel, and the gimbal arm connection.
Claims of Design and Technology Infringement
According to DJI, Insta360’s new Luna line is a direct copy of the design they invented, and is being marketed specifically to compete against the Osmo Pocket. Meanwhile, the second lawsuit targets internal technology, claiming that the Luna series infringes on four of DJI’s utility patents covering the underlying mechanics of how a handheld gimbal operates. DJI also asserts that Insta360 copied its methods for toggling between follow and locked modes using a single control, as well as its self-contained system for tracking a subject in real-time directly on the device’s screen, without requiring a separate smartphone app.
- Patents cover physical design like body, display, and scroll wheel.
- Utility patents involve gimbal mechanics and motor control software.
- Infringement includes mode toggling and on-device tracking methods.
Legal Actions and Damages Sought
Both lawsuits were filed in the Eastern District of Texas, just after the Luna cameras officially went on sale in the US. DJI is pursuing aggressive action, seeking a permanent injunction to halt the sale of the accused cameras, along with damages, profit disgorgement, and extra penalties for what it describes as willful infringement. This latest legal battle further escalates the rivalry between the two camera makers, following a separate lawsuit DJI filed against Insta360 earlier this year over drone-based image processing technology.
Pricing and Specification Details
The Luna Pro gimbal camera retails for $499, featuring a 1-inch sensor, adjustable color temperature LED fill light, and 5K/30fps video recording. The Luna Ultra, priced at $699, offers a Micro Four Thirds sensor, interchangeable lens compatibility, and 6K/30fps video, both with 3-axis stabilization.
