DJI Osmo Pocket 1 vs. DJI Osmo Pocket 3 (Detailed Comparison)

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DJI Osmo Pocket 1 - amzn.to/3Qhons4
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0:00 Basic Features
0:42 External Differences
2:23 Field of View
2:45 Image Quality Comparison
3:05 Gimbal Comparison
3:36 More Image Quality Comparisons
4:07 Gimbal Rotation Speed
4:53 Slow Motion/High Frame Rates
6:29 Hyperlapse and Motionlapse
7:14 Active Track
7:50 Sharpness
8:15 Low Light
9:40 Dynamic Range
10:09 Audio and Microphones
13:09 My personal take
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[@RobbyHuang]

DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - amzn.to/3Sho4An DJI Osmo Pocket 1 - amzn.to/3Qhons4 Two things to note: 1. I also found out that you can indeed lock focus. There are three focus modes: single, continuous, and product showcase. Single is what you want if you need to lock focus. 2. I think I may have had the background noise cut on with the DJI Wireless Mic 2, and that would explain the kind of muffled sounding audio. I didn't even know that was a feature at the time. The links above are Amazon affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

[@mettlus]

For what it’s worth Pocket 1 is the BEST $ can buy

[@Bearintheweeds]

I like how you treat everything so methodical like a scientist. I would love to see you do a video on how to shoot nature with cameras and iPhones. I always love the way your stuff looks.

[@phule8737]

Best comparison i've seen so far, you make it straight out of the point with a few words

[@mikastapes]

That was an outstanding, pratical, no BS review man. Thank you :) 🙏

[@bengaltiger18]

Thanks man! It was comprehensive and none biased!

[@onthe9s857]

I'll stick to pocket 1

[@raywu6787]

I think that Pocket 1 have the best AWB natural colors comparing to 2 or 3.

[@florinmoldovanu]

same here. clearly Pocket 3 has colder colours and probably over-processes skin-tones. 14.02 The footage on pocket 1 looks more natural in low light than pocket 3 however this I'm pretty sure is down to processing. (look how pale his skin is on pocket 3) Dynamic range seems to be better in pocket 3 as one can see the sky bluer but in terms of warm tones pocket 1 just looks nicer.

[@Luka_Film]

В Покет 1 просто ужасные цвета лица жолтые

[@NickPeter-sq5bl]

​@@Luka_FilmДа и небо ужасное. С такими дефолтными профилями нужно снимать только в log и потом самому красить.

[@danielledavid9456]

Do I plan on or even remotely need to know anything about these, no. BUT! This review I felt was very thorough and well done Robby! Love the side by side and not just flipping back and forth so the viewer can actually tell a difference. Keep up the great content

[@doubleyoubee]

Great comparison. This helped a lot! 🎉

[@rw4578]

Very thorough and helpful! Well done

[@jerryh100]

I loved your are Review I have P1 forgot about it,because I have three Go Pros & DJI action 2 and A Zoom 4K your are Review reguired so much labor I show wide scope of com-parables. I am 81 years old and been teaching for 65 years. I teach a jewelry design trade level, class I an International school in Thailand. What great teacher you would make. You are articulate! And made me want to take out my Pocket 1 again with all the accessories I bought, many! And start using it again Great Review!❤ Jerry Hochberg

[@JohnsTinyWoodshop]

I've used the Pocket 1 off and on for about 3 years. It's still pretty handy for those panning time lapse shots. Probably won't invest in replacement anytime soon though. I do like the screen on the new one, since I can never tell if I'm in focus

[@ReelFilm2016]

Great video sir. Well done.

[@WTF16838]

thanks for sharing, very useful

[@homebrewGT2]

Crazy how the 1 holds up so well!

[@viralprimenetwork]

Perfect! 👍Thank you for sharing 🙂

[@noahlapuz3853]

I love the camera work and the sound track in this video!

[@mahztravel]

Super review 👌👍👍👍 thank you for taking your time 🙏🙏

[@LittleAhi]

nicely done - very helpful

[@PengChaitong]

Amazing review 🔥🔥

[@LarryMilligan]

Perfectly done. Hit every single point I was curious about. Like you, I skipped the Pocket 2, but I will be getting the 3.

[@John-fx2cy]

we love you robby!

[@locastefania]

Great review! I have the one and wanted the 3 but this made me realize my osmo 1 is great for what I need, a more cinematic look 👍🏼

[@MAYHAM-ze8bo]

which filter or lens should i buy for a wide angle look?

[@OnohUdensi]

subbed, best review

[@lexilovespau]

Your a good tech reviewer Robby.

[@melwoods-ml7nc]

really good thank you.

[@EscapeSquad]

Pocket original colours look so good!!! I don't under stand why they couldnt replicate those colours in the next generations! I get that the pocket 3 is more complete device but my eyes are constantly drawn on the footage of pocket original

[@KNOWphotosplease]

Thanks for the comparison video! Considering the Pocket 3 though I barely touched my Pocket 1. All the more reason I shouldn't even be considering the 3 just because it looks super cool! Sidebar I'm originally from Indy, so I appreciate the scenery!!

[@philliplanos]

Great video man - you knew exactly what I wanted to see done here. Definitely subscribing. I still use the Osmo 1 and use a lens adapter to open up the visible picture but the 3 looks like a worth investment or the lowlight ability alone.

[@Utoober-yp7mf]

The comparison i'm looking for - Thanks for doing this! After seeing this, not sure now if worth the upgrade. I know the 1nch sensor on pocket 3 a better cam in low light performance.

[@area28]

Thank you very much for this very good review. I have the pocket 1 and I am thinking about upgrading. The image quality of the 1 is in good light even better than of my iphone 14 pro, because the image is more natural.

[@nathanielrosa1]

Thanks

[@daviddarkstonedtv9775]

Mr.Huang what an AMAZING video it's time consuming and a lot of work to do so thank you for doing this 👏👏👏👏 will be keeping my osmo 1 and maybe in a year or 2 when the price drops substantially I'll get a 3 and keep both but for now the difference isn't worth it to me!! Again great job on the video.

[@RussiaDemais]

14:00 Yes, you can lock the autofocus in OP3, mas apenas via app mimo, but only via mimo app, which is a pity since it makes obligatory to carry and connect my phone while I'm doing something with motion, like skateboarding. Great review, I don't know if it is my monitor, but the objects in motion in OP3 look a bit jittering... maybe it is the sharppening idk. I noticed a similar issue with the Sony AX53, to solve that I had to lower more the shutter speed, instead let it 25@50 or 24@48, that is why I payed attention in this detail.

[@TRICK-OR-TREAT236]

I THINK THIS IS NICE FOR THIS AND THAT TOO SO I THINK I'LL BE GETTING ONE SOMETIME IN THE NEAR FUTURE.

[@WictorEmma]

Thanx!

[@diegolmartins]

That’s the best review I’ve ever seen, thank you!

[@tvk9030]

Strangely enough, I still find Osmo Pocket 1 looks more cinematic

[@sayhowling]

and natural. when he did low light test he looked washed out

[@tvk9030]

I remember there was some noise reduction software and it worked very well, but I forgot the name of the software@@sayhowling

[@sou_usavlogs]

Nice review bro what is your main camera?and what camera you used in this video?the quality is insane.

[@RobertWindley]

Awesome comparison video.I also skipped the Pocket 2.But because of your video now considering the Pocket 3.

[@NigelDPresents]

Definitely a major upgrade.

[@latinosaile]

Perfect comparison. Then, do you recommend to buy the pocket 1 in 2023 for starters vloggers?

[@rcinematic]

I’m still rocking the Pocket 1. I want to get the 3 but do I even need it. That’s why I’m browsing these videos

[@steve81nz39]

feel the same. i like some things on pocket 3 but i also like pocket 1 so not enough to change up yet

[@thedigitalemotion]

Wow, never thought I’d say the Pocket One is edging the better image.

[@emmanuelaugustofalcon4753]

elucidou bastante minha duvidas, talvez eu compre a 1 apenas pela questão de valor, a 1 encontro por 800 ate 1000 reais a 3 esta na faixa dos 4mil, mas me parece uma ótima opção para a criação de videos

[@Moonlight-ov9ol]

0:48 actually pocket 1 has 2 microphones.

[@Sturisoma]

Exactly. One over rec button, another near usb input. even wifi module has recess for sound

[@Sturisoma]

Well. I have osmo 1 from 2019. Of course, Osmo 3 much better in camera but still not novation enough for me. I will buy new Osmo (or analog cam) only if it will has optical zoom (and maybe macro). And I like 80 degrees of Osmo pocket. Less FOV=less crop in final vid.

[@DexterChua88]

I have Pocket 1. It's still working well. With ND and Wide Angle filters, I think I can live with it for the time being....LOL. Thank you and best wishes.....from Singapore!

[@That7Days79]

👋me too la...my pocket 1 still works.

[@DexterChua88]

@@That7Days79 Unfortunately, I gave in to temptation and bought a Pocket 3. Wife is not happy....LOL!

[@SuguruMontana]

@@DexterChua88 how are you liking it?

[@DexterChua88]

@@SuguruMontana very good. No regrets.

[@driftertravels928]

I've been using a Pocket 2 for about a year and not planning to upgrade to a Pocket 3 because for me the major advantage of the 1 and 2 is that they are very discreet but take great videos for their size. For me the 3, while obviously being a superior camera to both the 1 and 2, especially in low light, conditions has crossed that line where it is too big to be discreet, especially with the screen on horizontal, imo, using a phone on a gimbal won't make much difference. I already have a new iPhone 15 and a gimbal that I can use at night so not planning to get a Pocket 3, but I still use my Pocket 2 when I am making walking videos and want to stay as low key as possible. Just my view. Thanks for the useful video.

[@RobbyHuang]

All good points! One thing I should have mentioned in the video is you can use the Pocket 3 without flipping the screen horizontally. Still probably too big for what you're thinking, but just FYI.

[@Tier1L1fe]

For $120 more than a Go Pro 12 DJI gives you so much MORE!!!!!! Mine's coming tomorrow WHeelie POV incoming!!! I stopped at the GoPro Hero 9 because newer versions were so lack luster.....

[@anasadel]

I think I will stick with Osmo pocket one . the field of view you can overcome it by having pocket one stick. The only advantage I found in three is the microphone and the vertical mode. I think I’ll spend my money somewhere else.

[@jayyang6799]

Big upgrade but a used pocket 2 (standard version) only around 150 USD now here in China,so I guess the extra money doesn’t worth upgrading.

[@jerlynyeo]

May i know what are your thoughts on the mic? How does the pocket 1 deal with wind and background noise? and is there wireless mic for 1?

[@Chinhnguyen0497]

hello is there any way to disable wind noise reduction on pocket 1?

[@studio382net8]

how long the duration of continous recording lasts on pocket 3?

[@boris-brycenkwanyi3799]

Thanks for the very detailed review. Why did you skip the pocket 2, was the upgrade at the time not worth it?

[@RobbyHuang]

I actually just didn't like the picture quality. It was a noticeable downgrade from the Pocket 1 in my opinion.

[@Vandermentor]

hello i just want some budget camera for forest and mountains walking trips and to do some vlogs. the only thing i rly care is that mechanical stabilisation. i just found some Pocket 1 used but in good shape for 100$ is it worth buying it? im not sure about the battery life but i guess i may use some external powerbank and make it work plugged in?

[@hiflyer53qwc]

I like my two in its smallest configuration. If I need a screen I wireless my phone. Much better battery time and I trust it to record what I point it at. My mirrorless is always going to be much better for detail.

[@kruta_]

I've been watching Pocket 3 videos since the release and I don't know. The image while overall pretty nice (especially in log damn), seems digital and fake. It definitely does some processing on the skin and face and I don't like that.I think I would rather get the action 4 but I already have a "proper" camera.

[@KungfuJoeProductions]

I enjoy connecting the phone as a screen....pocket 1 looks more cinematic....color is cinematic.....3 could be used in a wide shot but it depends....I don't care about the tracking....only what's cinematic....low light on the 3 is a plus but still is there a way to connect a phone to it?

[@DenverHarris]

What about battery comparison?

[@solraclives]

The Pocket 3 looks amazing, but there is still that noticeable vertical movement. Only if they could give you the option to be be able apply some rock steady on the pocket. There is a difference in quality, but honestly not enough to say oh wow I can tell them apart. There is a big difference in low light. The big screen is a big plus and will maybe buy one once the price drops. Also how close are you holding the pocket 1? I hold it at a comfortable distance and I get my whole body and shoulder in the frame.

[@solraclives]

Also, you did an amazing review, thanks

[@RobbyHuang]

I held them both just about arm's length, but I too felt like it was kind of close while filming this video. I felt like it hasn't been like that in the past, so maybe I was more conscious of just how far you need to hold it out to keep everything in frame.

[@raywu6787]

Agree! After viewing the noticeable vertical movement from Pocket 3 video, I cancelled my Pocket 3 order and bought a used Pocket 3 since it is lighter and better AWB natural color.

[@tonimo3345]

How long the battery can hold while recording

[@Akumahades]

Same here, from DJI OP 1 to DJI OP 3

[@PieterBreda]

I always found the view angels far too restricted. I will eventually switch to the 3 but for the amount of video I shoot, it is not worth the money. I also have a Sony a7iii that shoots decent enough video for my purposes.

[@raywu6787]

At 3:11, look at the sky color of both pocket. Obviously, the Pocket 1 has the accurate skype color of our earth. The Pocket 3 has ugly unnatural deep blue color that makes sick. Also, please look at the sands colors of both. The Pocket 3 produced fault blue tone on them. I have both pocket version and consider to use Pocket 1 for outdoors video taking. Thank Robby to provide such clear proof of which one has a better video color.

[@denyfate]

To me, P1 feels more cinematic, while P3’s HDR makes it feel rly iphone like

[@John-fx2cy]

Do you recommend the creator bundle?

[@RobbyHuang]

That is tough to say. It's quite a bit of extra money and I already think this camera is a bit expensive. If you think you'll use the wireless mic, then yes. If not, the other extras are not worth it.

[@John-fx2cy]

@@RobbyHuang Thank you, I will go for the regular package!

[@kemkumify]

thank you

[@prabhuja7554]

There's a mic in bottom of OP1 i thought..u can just look bottom there's one

[@RobbyHuang]

Yup, you're right! I didn't know about this, thanks for the heads-up.

[@lixces6099]

It would also be nice if you could also do a review about the file size of the pocket 1 - 3 compared to the iPhone(atleast 13 pro or higher), for me that is one of the important thing

[@pauls9034]

Sounds like a you problem.

[@luiscuellar597]

pocket 1 actually has two microphones. one is at the bottom.

[@rolandoperez8054]

Shame pocket two was not included in the test

[@NickPeter-sq5bl]

Osmo pocket's 3 sky looks so unrealistic. It is terrible.

[@w.e.s.]

Lol that pocket 1 is worth about 50 bucks thay pocket 3 is worth 100 top. What a ripoff