Just "upgraded" from the GoPro11 to the Osmo Pocket 3. One of the biggest reasons was for the image quality, especially for low light the pocket 3 has been amazing. I also love that touch of blur in the background (Bokeh). I already have 2 DJI drones & planning to get the Action 5 pro too for wet and more extreme filming. The Internal storage was already a thing; about once a year I forget to insert the memory card and I didn't have it this time (last week). Recording with the DJI Mic 2 is a big plus! In general I am very happy with it. I notice that it's less noticeable then walking around with an action cam (this is important for me).
Great timing on this and many thanks for the in depth thoughts on this. I’ve been floating this camera for a little bit recently and this just sealed the deal for me.
I bought it the first 10mins it was launched and been loving it ever since. For my usage, I do find it hard to imagine what they could add to the Pocket 4 that would make me want to upgrade. Yeah it is THAT good. I also appreciate the points you raised versus the iPhone, those are great points indeed.
Agree with your points re water, replaceable battery and spot metering (with exposure lock). I'd like focus lock as well. And (although I have an add-on macro lens thing) I'd like a better zoom, close up facility, and a better way to alter zoom than that nub thing which always seems to be in rotation mode when I want zoom and in zoom mode when I want rotation!
IT Director here: One thing about internal memory is that unless it's a separate physical module from the operating system, it could lead to the camera becoming unusable more quickly. All storage mediums have a limited lifespan based on the number of reads and writes. It's usually quite high, but video files are one of the most intensive read/write applications and I can image this could be an issue for heavy users. I'll have to post on DJI's forum to see if the internal storage on the Action 5 is on a separate physical module than the OS.
@@bluetysproductions honestly, I wouldn't let that affect your decision If it's the camera that you want. It's an extra feature that I wouldn't personally use over a removable SD card. I would say as long as you don't use it heavily you will be fine for many years.
This was wonderful. Thank you, I have been tempted for a few weeks and have an overseas trip coming up in April. An old bloke with some mobility issues so I am happy to subscribe. Looks like a self Chrissy present for me.
It’s not a huge screen, but you can use your watch (if you have one) as a front mounted screen and controller. I tried it a few times and it’s super cool
Regarding the 1/4 mount -- I had the exact same thing happen to me! I literally had the tripod and the camera ready to go, and found out I forgot to pack the mount. I had to handhold the entire time and that was a bummer. I got better at remembering, but it was a painful lesson to learn.
I’m thinking of getting one of these for my instagram videos and may start a RUclips channel. Is there any point me buying this over using my iPhone? I’m not too techy so will this be more complicated especially to upload than a normal iPhone?
Maybe a 4 axis gimble for the Pocket 4? Meaning the up and down movement for when you’re walking. I get that with attachments it can be helped, but nothing beats built in axis control!
Do you still have your first Pocket 3? One time I was out in a slight rainfall. A very small amount of drizzle got on it, but did no harm. If you still have the first Pocket 3, did you try the dry rice thing? A few years ago, I had some camera or small electronic device (I honestly don't remember which) that had stopped working because it got a bit wet. Anyway I read about putting it into a bag of dry rice for 24 hours, and that would absorb any moisture somehow. Sounded ridiculous to me, but... it worked! Though there were no specific instructions, I pretty much covered the device with the rice inside the plastic bag.
Thank you so much for your video! It is so helpfull while trying to decide what to buy. I understood that this also takes still pictures. Any honest short text review from you about that in here? Would love to know that before buying 🤔
the only reason I don't think they will make internal memory for this model specifically is because they're trying to keep this the "compact" option and in order to add internal memory, that adds weight and volume/ bulkiness
I’m definitely waiting for the Pocket 4 at this point. Would love to see those improvements you mentioned show up when that camera does drop, hopefully soon! Great video as always!
Love your content! I am wondering how you carry the dji pocket around? The gimbal is a little delicate to just throw in a bag, put in the pocket or hang around the neck even with the case. I am kinda struggling to ease the awkwardness of holding it with one hand while exploring places to keep it from getting scratched.
SOOOOO helpful! Can’t decide on whether or not get this or the Sony Alpha ZV-E10 - APS-C Interchangeable Lens Mirrorless Vlog Camera Kit. They are both the same price. But what I’d love is something small & not very noticeable like the Osmo pocket 3. Ideally I think eventually I will get both but am thinking the Osmo will be 1st to carry around vlogging the mountains this winter. Is the Sony Alpha ZV-E10 - APS-C Interchangeable Lens Mirrorless Vlog Camera Kit worth it? Was assuming this would be best for in studio/in house vlogging
Bought first gen (ok)... Pocket 3 embarrassed to say... been collecting dust! Would like to use it more but I don't like the flimsy extra battery (it feels as if it will fall off) and the "weatherproof" inabilities. I'd probably buy 3 of these but not a fan of its lack of ruggedness. Need to use it more. Your video has motivated me to use it more! Have you heard any rumors of a next gen coming? May get the DJI Action 5??? Thanks for your pumping out nice reviews. Not hyped... real user feedback. Cheers from Japan!
Out of the Osmo Pocket 3, Action 5, and Insta360 Ace Pro 2, which would you recommend for family travel and every day videos? I'd like something to record my family/toddlers with aside from my phone but can't make up my mind! Id so appreciate if you could provide any input!
4:3 shooting, maybe an almost action camera FOV, bigger grip with bigger battery, zoom, faster photo processing, 12MP sensor, vertical mode through motor or at least the 4:3 for nicer vertical crop and so much more I wish for the Pocket to do. Zoom is probably out of the question tho. Still tryna look for that one point and shoot to replace my smartphone but seeing the RX100 VII is the last of it's kind with no update and action cameras cameras are ultrawide, I guess I'll stick with two devices. Heck even camcorders are on my radars.
It looks like you have a strap for your phone. Which one do you have? I'm trying to find a good phone strap for either wrist or around my neck. Great video, thank you!
Thanks for the review! I have the new osmo action 5 pro and use it for reviews and vlogs. I have been thinking about getting the pocket 3 to see if it might work better than the a5p, but am just not sold yet. The a5p is a beast of a camera. My question is, can you connect 2 dji mic2 mics at the same time, like we can with the osmo action 5 pro? Thanks again!
Love the camera, the one annoying this is how precisely you have to use your fingernail to pop the micro SD card in or out, I worry about the gimbal/lens head too, the carrying sheath is not as precisely fitted as it should be and you have to carefully put the camera in and pull it out to avoid jostling the head
Nice video. Anything over 4K isn’t really viable for me to use for RUclips as the file size is so big. We’re in the country and don’t have good upload speed. A 4K video over 15 minutes long takes about 3 days to upload.
Thank you so much for this video, I am new to this but I have travel plans coming up and I would really like to be able to get good video clips to bring back and share it with family and friends and possibly social media too! I am so happy to see there is a glamour effect built in here, I don't wear much makeup but would like to look nicer LOL I am curious to know does the insta360 ace pro 2 also have any kind of glamour effect built in? I keep going back and forth between the DJI pocket 3 and the Insta 360 ACE PRO. I like everything I have seen so far about the 360 ace pro 2 except for having some kind of skin perfecting or smoothing effect.
I bought the Pocket 2 last summer with discount instead of the full price Pocket 3 because of the photo resolution. The Pocket 2 is much more than the Pocket 3. Of course the 'Pocket 4' will have a better photo mode, that's how a brand is selling each time a 'new' model ... Otherwise why doesn't have the Pocket 3 all the better specs of the Pocket 2?
No--you'd just have to position yourself far enough from the camera to prevent the blur. The ability to manipulate the aperture (control background blur) is another point to add to the wish list.
I much prefer if I DONT see the transmitter on the person,. I find it distracting and prefer it hidden. especially if it has a fluffy noise reducing mop on the top,
That's fair, I think it's a matter of preference. I often prefer the convenience of just clipping the TX to myself, but it definitely doesn't look as nice.
I get it but I am not a fan of all these extra little magnetic filters and lenses. More tiny crap to tote around and easy to lose. I understand the excitement about shooting in d-log and all that but for me, that's extra work in doing colour grading and whatnot. This isn't real film making so uh, no. By the time you upload to RUclips your work of art...is smashed and crushed into billions of degenerated pixels so why bother? The creator combo and auto settings are more than adequate though, and it is a compelling product for what you get and the price point. Relax. You are not a film maker. You are making home videos people are watching on their 5 year old plus phone---while sitting on the toilet. Accept it. It's ok. Learn to love the process anyway.
True mostly. Still I seen some cool art effects with color grading. I guess you pass it through capcut filters like I do and you get 90% anyway 😅😅😅😅 that's what I do
#1 reason I don't like this camera is BLUR the background. Travel to a beautiful place scenery and you talk to the camera, you don't see anything clear except your face. that is suck.
Thank you for your videos throughout this year 2024, They have been very informative and more to the point appreciated. I happen not to own the Pocket 3 Gimble as of the moment but I do like to keep in the know-how of this particular miniature camera for future reference. My interests first is to purchase and own the new DJI Action 5 camera alongside my Sony ZV-E10 camera. Have a wonderful Christmas and I look forward to more of your videos in the Newyear 2025. I don’t often comment but rest assured you always receive a thumbs up for all your effort, Take Care from me Steve here in the UK 😊 ruclips.net/video/lvt6cCrgEnw/видео.htmlsi=ZiD6RJTEibXq7ruX Check out the link 🔗 as above hopes it helps explain things for you okay 👌
@ro4lol Hi Ro: I have really not had chance to use it just yet as far as I've got is taking it out of it box and putting it together. I came to pause with it when it came to setting up the software as there's fair amount of settings and search pages. Other than this it's a nice bit of kit. I do find it a little on the heavy side when it's all set up together. There's a video for completing the settings. I see if I can locate it for and forward it to you alright. Apologies I couldn't give you anything than this I have to honest.
Is nobody going to talk about the cozy vibe this person is giving?
Just "upgraded" from the GoPro11 to the Osmo Pocket 3. One of the biggest reasons was for the image quality, especially for low light the pocket 3 has been amazing. I also love that touch of blur in the background (Bokeh). I already have 2 DJI drones & planning to get the Action 5 pro too for wet and more extreme filming. The Internal storage was already a thing; about once a year I forget to insert the memory card and I didn't have it this time (last week). Recording with the DJI Mic 2 is a big plus! In general I am very happy with it. I notice that it's less noticeable then walking around with an action cam (this is important for me).
This video was extremely helpful! Thank you for posting this 😊
Great timing on this and many thanks for the in depth thoughts on this. I’ve been floating this camera for a little bit recently and this just sealed the deal for me.
One of my favorite cameras the last few years, the quality for size is amazing.
I bought it the first 10mins it was launched and been loving it ever since. For my usage, I do find it hard to imagine what they could add to the Pocket 4 that would make me want to upgrade. Yeah it is THAT good. I also appreciate the points you raised versus the iPhone, those are great points indeed.
Hows the pocket 3 after so many months of usage?
@@RuiNemesys for me.. fantastic and for the price, nothing comes near when it comes to compact, low light (indoor) and seemless audio connection.
@@WanderEats ah, no motor problem at all?
如果在不增加体积的情况下,pocket4升级到m43传感器,那就………😊完美了
First time watching a Gemini Connect video🙏🏽 Love the content. New subscriber here
Even a year later it's still my go to small size video camera. Great one year later review, thanks for sharing.
Agree with your points re water, replaceable battery and spot metering (with exposure lock). I'd like focus lock as well. And (although I have an add-on macro lens thing) I'd like a better zoom, close up facility, and a better way to alter zoom than that nub thing which always seems to be in rotation mode when I want zoom and in zoom mode when I want rotation!
IT Director here: One thing about internal memory is that unless it's a separate physical module from the operating system, it could lead to the camera becoming unusable more quickly. All storage mediums have a limited lifespan based on the number of reads and writes. It's usually quite high, but video files are one of the most intensive read/write applications and I can image this could be an issue for heavy users. I'll have to post on DJI's forum to see if the internal storage on the Action 5 is on a separate physical module than the OS.
Interesting. Thanks for the insights!
@TimBrownTown would love to see a follow-up on that please. I am heavily considering the Action 5 Pro due to staying within the DJI ecosystem. Thanks!
@@bluetysproductions honestly, I wouldn't let that affect your decision If it's the camera that you want. It's an extra feature that I wouldn't personally use over a removable SD card. I would say as long as you don't use it heavily you will be fine for many years.
This was wonderful. Thank you, I have been tempted for a few weeks and have an overseas trip coming up in April. An old bloke with some mobility issues so I am happy to subscribe. Looks like a self Chrissy present for me.
It’s not a huge screen, but you can use your watch (if you have one) as a front mounted screen and controller. I tried it a few times and it’s super cool
That's a great point!
Thanks for that one year review - they are great in my opinion.
My g/f wants me to buy her a DJI pocket 3 and you pointed out the pros and cons.
Hands down the best camera for vlogging.
Thank you for the update. I've been debating if I should get one.
What an amazing review ❤
Regarding the 1/4 mount -- I had the exact same thing happen to me! I literally had the tripod and the camera ready to go, and found out I forgot to pack the mount. I had to handhold the entire time and that was a bummer.
I got better at remembering, but it was a painful lesson to learn.
I’m thinking of getting one of these for my instagram videos and may start a RUclips channel. Is there any point me buying this over using my iPhone? I’m not too techy so will this be more complicated especially to upload than a normal iPhone?
Maybe a 4 axis gimble for the Pocket 4? Meaning the up and down movement for when you’re walking. I get that with attachments it can be helped, but nothing beats built in axis control!
Do you still have your first Pocket 3? One time I was out in a slight rainfall. A very small amount of drizzle got on it, but did no harm. If you still have the first Pocket 3, did you try the dry rice thing? A few years ago, I had some camera or small electronic device (I honestly don't remember which) that had stopped working because it got a bit wet. Anyway I read about putting it into a bag of dry rice for 24 hours, and that would absorb any moisture somehow. Sounded ridiculous to me, but... it worked! Though there were no specific instructions, I pretty much covered the device with the rice inside the plastic bag.
What do you use to protect the lens?
Thank you so much for your video! It is so helpfull while trying to decide what to buy. I understood that this also takes still pictures. Any honest short text review from you about that in here? Would love to know that before buying 🤔
You have a very good accent. Thanks for the thorough review. I'm about to get one.
Is the video quality better than that Sony vloger Camara!?
Both are good but here portability matters
the only reason I don't think they will make internal memory for this model specifically is because they're trying to keep this the "compact" option and in order to add internal memory, that adds weight and volume/ bulkiness
I’m definitely waiting for the Pocket 4 at this point. Would love to see those improvements you mentioned show up when that camera does drop, hopefully soon! Great video as always!
Esperemos que la nueva poket 4 sea pronto con mayor zoom y una mejora en la fotografía y una pantalla de 3.4 en vez de 2
How do u get the footage over to an iPhone to edit the vlogs?
Love your content! I am wondering how you carry the dji pocket around? The gimbal is a little delicate to just throw in a bag, put in the pocket or hang around the neck even with the case. I am kinda struggling to ease the awkwardness of holding it with one hand while exploring places to keep it from getting scratched.
It comes with a hard plastic case that secures the camera and the extra wide angle lens.
Get the scotty durable case
SOOOOO helpful! Can’t decide on whether or not get this or the Sony Alpha ZV-E10 - APS-C Interchangeable Lens Mirrorless Vlog Camera Kit. They are both the same price. But what I’d love is something small & not very noticeable like the Osmo pocket 3. Ideally I think eventually I will get both but am thinking the Osmo will be 1st to carry around vlogging the mountains this winter.
Is the Sony Alpha ZV-E10 - APS-C Interchangeable Lens Mirrorless Vlog Camera Kit worth it? Was assuming this would be best for in studio/in house vlogging
Bought first gen (ok)... Pocket 3 embarrassed to say... been collecting dust! Would like to use it more but I don't like the flimsy extra battery (it feels as if it will fall off) and the "weatherproof" inabilities. I'd probably buy 3 of these but not a fan of its lack of ruggedness. Need to use it more. Your video has motivated me to use it more! Have you heard any rumors of a next gen coming? May get the DJI Action 5??? Thanks for your pumping out nice reviews. Not hyped... real user feedback. Cheers from Japan!
Out of the Osmo Pocket 3, Action 5, and Insta360 Ace Pro 2, which would you recommend for family travel and every day videos? I'd like something to record my family/toddlers with aside from my phone but can't make up my mind! Id so appreciate if you could provide any input!
Love it! Thanks.
4:3 shooting, maybe an almost action camera FOV, bigger grip with bigger battery, zoom, faster photo processing, 12MP sensor, vertical mode through motor or at least the 4:3 for nicer vertical crop and so much more I wish for the Pocket to do. Zoom is probably out of the question tho.
Still tryna look for that one point and shoot to replace my smartphone but seeing the RX100 VII is the last of it's kind with no update and action cameras cameras are ultrawide, I guess I'll stick with two devices. Heck even camcorders are on my radars.
It looks like you have a strap for your phone. Which one do you have? I'm trying to find a good phone strap for either wrist or around my neck.
Great video, thank you!
It's by Casetify -- not cheap, but the highest quality one I coukd find (and I tried many!).
Gemini Connect, I'm trying to decide on the Pocket 3. Does the Pocket 3 have the same imaging sensor as the Action 5?
Thanks for the review! I have the new osmo action 5 pro and use it for reviews and vlogs. I have been thinking about getting the pocket 3 to see if it might work better than the a5p, but am just not sold yet. The a5p is a beast of a camera.
My question is, can you connect 2 dji mic2 mics at the same time, like we can with the osmo action 5 pro? Thanks again!
Yes you can. I do it a lot !
Yes, the Pocket 3 allows for connecting up to 2 DJI Mic 2s.
Love the camera, the one annoying this is how precisely you have to use your fingernail to pop the micro SD card in or out, I worry about the gimbal/lens head too, the carrying sheath is not as precisely fitted as it should be and you have to carefully put the camera in and pull it out to avoid jostling the head
It's super cool Mam... I am a huge fan of DJI products too.. I have a DJI action 3 standard combo it's pretty cool too... have a nice day Mam 🙂✌️
On your iPhone is that the thingy that reduces the radiation coming from the phone?
Hi, did you encounter any motor problems of pocket 3 after a yr of usage? I dont know anymore if i buy it or not
No motor problems on my end.
Nice video. Anything over 4K isn’t really viable for me to use for RUclips as the file size is so big. We’re in the country and don’t have good upload speed. A 4K video over 15 minutes long takes about 3 days to upload.
Thank you so much for this video, I am new to this but I have travel plans coming up and I would really like to be able to get good video clips to bring back and share it with family and friends and possibly social media too! I am so happy to see there is a glamour effect built in here, I don't wear much makeup but would like to look nicer LOL I am curious to know does the insta360 ace pro 2 also have any kind of glamour effect built in? I keep going back and forth between the DJI pocket 3 and the Insta 360 ACE PRO. I like everything I have seen so far about the 360 ace pro 2 except for having some kind of skin perfecting or smoothing effect.
Did you have to purchase a new one or did a warranty cover the Pocket 3?
Warranty covered it. There may have been a small fee for replacement, but it was much cheaper than buying a new one.
@@Gemini_Connect That's good. Definitely one I'd invest in the extended warranty on. Have a great weekend.
The mics are why I’m ditching GoPro when I want to shoot.
The audio situation on gopro drove me crazy. media module with n external mic would stop working at about 70% battery life
@ yikes!
Me too!
I bought the Pocket 2 last summer with discount instead of the full price Pocket 3 because of the photo resolution. The Pocket 2 is much more than the Pocket 3. Of course the 'Pocket 4' will have a better photo mode, that's how a brand is selling each time a 'new' model ... Otherwise why doesn't have the Pocket 3 all the better specs of the Pocket 2?
Does anyone recommend the best fast micro SD card for Pocket 3?
I really enjoy my camera but if I want to film something up close it just can't focus well. I'd love some sort of focus lock feature.
Sony zve 10 vs Dji pocket which better
good question
Two totally different cameras. I have a comparison video here: ruclips.net/video/jPL_sQSQEJo/видео.htmlsi=Quz-KiSwOAyiIsZH
Can we turn off the background blur ?
No--you'd just have to position yourself far enough from the camera to prevent the blur. The ability to manipulate the aperture (control background blur) is another point to add to the wish list.
@Gemini_Connect I see , thanks
The only Chinese brand that I respect.
have you heard anything about the pocket 4 ?
End 2026 at the earliest. Don't wait for that.
omg the water resistance scares me
TBH I just want a zoom lens on a gimbal soooo bad
You can zoom on the pocket 3, but not very much.
@@Gemini_Connectit is a digital zoom and not a true zoom so it is better done in post edit
Es lo único por cual aún la estoy pensando comprar.
I much prefer if I DONT see the transmitter on the person,. I find it distracting and prefer it hidden. especially if it has a fluffy noise reducing mop on the top,
That's fair, I think it's a matter of preference. I often prefer the convenience of just clipping the TX to myself, but it definitely doesn't look as nice.
Take a shot whenever she says you know.
it's 12megapixel video quality
I get it but I am not a fan of all these extra little magnetic filters and lenses. More tiny crap to tote around and easy to lose. I understand the excitement about shooting in d-log and all that but for me, that's extra work in doing colour grading and whatnot. This isn't real film making so uh, no. By the time you upload to RUclips your work of art...is smashed and crushed into billions of degenerated pixels so why bother? The creator combo and auto settings are more than adequate though, and it is a compelling product for what you get and the price point. Relax. You are not a film maker. You are making home videos people are watching on their 5 year old plus phone---while sitting on the toilet. Accept it. It's ok. Learn to love the process anyway.
True mostly. Still I seen some cool art effects with color grading. I guess you pass it through capcut filters like I do and you get 90% anyway 😅😅😅😅 that's what I do
#1 reason I don't like this camera is BLUR the background. Travel to a beautiful place scenery and you talk to the camera, you don't see anything clear except your face. that is suck.
Welcome to camera 101: it's not an action camera where everything is in focus.
@@joelconolly5574 thank you for this info jokes are sometimes informative 😂
It's a selfie world son
Thank you for your videos throughout this year 2024, They have been very informative and more to the point appreciated. I happen not to own the Pocket 3 Gimble as of the moment but I do like to keep in the know-how of this particular miniature camera for future reference.
My interests first is to purchase and own the new DJI Action 5 camera alongside my Sony ZV-E10 camera.
Have a wonderful Christmas and I look forward to more of your videos in the Newyear 2025.
I don’t often comment but rest assured you always receive a thumbs up for all your effort, Take Care from me Steve here in the UK 😊
ruclips.net/video/lvt6cCrgEnw/видео.htmlsi=ZiD6RJTEibXq7ruX
Check out the link 🔗 as above hopes it helps explain things for you okay 👌
Steve what are your thoughts on the zv e10? Action good choice
@ro4lol Hi Ro: I have really not had chance to use it just yet as far as I've got is taking it out of it box and putting it together. I came to pause with it when it came to setting up the software as there's fair amount of settings and search pages. Other than this it's a nice bit of kit. I do find it a little on the heavy side when it's all set up together. There's a video for completing the settings. I see if I can locate it for and forward it to you alright. Apologies I couldn't give you anything than this I have to honest.