DJI Pocket 2 Review. 12 Months Later, What Do I Think?

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

If you're just starting out with your Pocket 2 and want to know the best camera settings to get started with, or you just need some recommendations for some decent accessories, I've put a useful resources page together geni.us/a8Mu

[@ezequielgavio7890]

You recomend this in 2024? I can buy the 3 😭 Kiss from Argentina

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

If you can buy the Pocket 3 I’d get that otherwise the Pocket 2 is a good budget-friendly option.

[@itspoffy]

Your pocket 2 footage translated very well on your video. I've looked at others that appeared really grainy. I just went for the Pocket 2 over the 3 based on price and this video alone. You are a beautiful person shooting beautiful video. I know that took alot of work to create so thank you. My wife and I want to start blogging our adventures with ourselves and kids and trying to use my Sony a7rii and my Blackmagic Pocket 6k would be a royal pain for that.

[@UpliftingAfrica]

Since I stumbled on your channel while researching about this camera, I never have regretted any time spent watching you. You good and yes I must say; I admire you a whole lot! Like have never ever admired any content creator like I do admire you. Great job. Keep teaching, keep being you. The world is watching ✊💓

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@happylifmindfully]

Absolutely correct bro! 👍🏻

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Don't forget to check out the DJI Pocket 2 D-Cinelike LUTs that I created to help you quickly colour correct your D-Cinelike footage geni.us/6KhaZ

[@hernanramirez2674]

I've never commented on a KZbin video... however, this is an outstanding one. Very informative and straightforward delivery of information. Thank You

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks for watching ☺️

[@VickyMei]

i just love your dji pocket 2 reviews so much lol! i'm using mine too and obsessed carrying around!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Ah thanks 😁 And same, it goes everywhere with me.

[@kevin.itruth6880]

Tamara, your video esthetic is beautiful and your in depth reviews are getting better every time I watch one of your videos. Keep up the great work!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Really appreciate that. Thanks so much! 😊

[@gekofish]

I just watched both your reviews and ended up buying one. Thank you for looking into all the features and testing them! Keep up the great work :)

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Amazing! I'm sure you're gonna love it 😊

[@RandyBooker]

Quality content, keep it up! 💯

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks! 😁

[@daztastic147]

Great video, just one important thing worth mentioning, particularly if you carry a powerbank, is that you can use the camera while charging, so it’s not necessarily a case of having to stop filming to recharge it

[@Kika_Rocha]

Thank you so much! I have been considering buying a pocket 2 combo and after watching this video I will buy it. I loved the video.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it ☺️

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Have you been thinking about getting the DJI Pocket 2? Has anything put you off or are you gonna take the plunge?

[@Draco2008]

Thank you for such an interesting, informative and high quality post; this has been really helpful 👍. I've taken the plunge and the Creator Combo kit is now with me; I've done little more than play with it during my daily walks around the block, thus far, but I've got some adventures coming up that have inspired me to think about really getting my teeth into it's capabilities. Part of the appeal is that I see it as being a (relatively) affordable educational tool for someone like me who knows very little but is keen to learn about production and techique.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

It's a great camera. Also perfect for getting started with learning to film 😊 So it seems like it'll be a great tool for what you want to do.

[@BlueNavyy]

I'm looking into buying the DJI Pocket 2 Combo, actually, I have it sitting in the cart. The only off-putting thing is the required app that I need to download. I have an old phone and refuse to get a new one😅 but hopefully, I can borrow somebody else's phone to activate the camera. I'm very excited to use it and to creat all the beautiful shots!!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

It's well worth it. It's a great camera 😊

[@PaulCrousePhoto]

I am on the fence between this and a GoPro 10. I work as a private tour guide and a stills photographer, and am looking for something small and easy to use to compliment my Sony Z-V1 for being out on the move. I leaning towards the Pocket 2, but I have a tendency to break things. LOL!

[@CarlvsTravel]

Production quality on this channel is off the charts. Very well done.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks! 😁

[@arthurthedane9204]

Hi Tamara. Great video. I use the Pocket 2 with the Freewell ND filters in D Cinelike & I am really pleased. I do a lot of walking videos where I may be in bright sunlight one moment & then in a wooded area the next. I find that D Cinelike & the ND filters make the Pocket 2 adjust to the change of conditions almost instant. I too have your LUTs which make colour correction & grading in Davinci Resolve Studio so simple. Looking forward to your next video on the Pocket 2.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks. Yeah, the Freewell filters are just great. And I completely agree, the Pocket 2 in D-Cinelike handles the change in exposure so well 👌🏾

[@hiflyer53qwc]

Great video and you have a terrific voice

[@RetroSteveUK]

I bought mine a few weeks ago. Still really working out how to get the best from it. Been curious about what difference battery saver mode makes to the quality, so I'll go check out your other video on that. Thanks.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

No problem.

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

I recently discovered your channel and really enjoy the videos you put out. Refreshing to see somebody who produces slow burn content rich videos

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thank you! ☺️

[@ALTV1975]

Bought this last April. Was my first video recorder purchase since the late 80s. Took me a bit to get the hang of it but I love it thanks for your initial review and this video as well.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

You're welcome 😊

[@itinarary]

I’m so glad I found this video! This is the first video I’ve watched on your channel and you’ve already gained a new subscriber!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks so much, really appreciate it 😊

[@JapanPotato]

Great content! I’m amazed that even after using the DJI Pocket 2 since it’s launch in 2020 for my walking tour channel quite frequently alongside other cameras, there are still some things that I haven’t figured out correctly! Amazing series of videos that you made! I watched them all yesterday and also just got your LUTs. Can’t wait to try them out after my recovery from the well-known virus. All the best!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks 😊 Hope you have a speedy recovery and feel better soon!

[@JapanPotato]

@@TamaraGabrielUK thanks a lot! 😃

[@BeezodogsPlace]

I really like my DJI Pocket 2. But I have “fat fingers” and initially decided I would get a device to allow me to operate the Pocket 2 while attached to my IPhone. It works well, but my attention was grabbed by something that I assumed was so old and outdated that it only worked with the DJI Osmo Pocket, the extended selfie-stick. Luckily I found one from B&H Camera and frankly it has been more that useful for me. I get not only to see what the screen and its menu setup look like enlarged but the self-stick makes operating the camera at arms length simple. And the weight of the camera and IPhone are much easier to manage.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Sounds like the perfect accessory 👌🏾😊

[@PaulCrousePhoto]

Thanks! This is a very helpful video. You clearly know what you are talking about. I will check out your other videos. I am glad I found your channel.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks, Paul 😊

[@Mr.Truesdale95]

Really enoyed your videos so far! Awesome content. By chance do you have a video or an items list for the setup you have? Love the tripod/ mic combo you have

[@alskarmode]

Thank you for this review! I have been trying to decide whether to buy it or not, and I have decided to go for it! In this video around 1:54 you show a tripod you use for your phone. Do you happen to remember what it's called? Thanks again!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

You're welcome 😊 You can find everything I use and recommend, in this kit kit.co/TamaraGabrielUK/dji-pocket-2-accessories

[@kevincheung2066]

I own the Pocket 1 and was able to purchase a Pocket 2 CC from a person who rarely used it for half the price. It's so handy vlogging while on a hike or trail run especially with the form factor. The fact you can connect via bluetooth to the DJI app is a big plus! I always have a phone case so the attachment is not long enough and it just got tedious taking off the phone case when I shoot. I think I'll invest in the Freewell NDs, too bad DJI doesn't include it in their combo. No idea what I'm going to use the Pocket 1 for now??

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

I wish I had had the Pocket 1 to see the difference between the two. You could always use it as a b-cam if you ever wanna film yourself filming yourself 😄

[@RealTBTKenya]

@ Kevin Cheung would you consider selling the pocket 1? If so, I'm very much interested in buying.

[@zzkeokizz]

You are the most helpful on this product. Plus, your footage is amazing!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks so much, Seth 😊

[@Carl-Camera]

I love your reviews 👍 "Battery saver mode" showing BETTER image quality than "quality" mode is a surprise ha thank you for mentioning that!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

No problem!

[@Zilberlex]

Hi Tamara I want to tell you that your video quality is awesome. I am getting slowly into the video shooting and editing as a hobby and it is amazing to see that such great footage can be done with the Pocket 2, given proper editing and shooting. Thank you for inspiring and giving the tools for making great footage with relatively cheap equipment. Will definitely try and use your tutorials in the future!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks so much 😊 The Pocket 2 is definitely a great camera to get started with.

[@markjob6354]

Hi Tamara😃 I have the original OSMO Pocket, which I purchased in May of 2019. Since then I have used it to shoot loads of motion time-lapse shots and short interviews using the extra kit, which added the X and Y axis pan-tilt wheel attachment, the wireless flatbase for controling the camera and viewing live video beamed straight from the OSMO Pocket to the phone Mimo app, along with a GoPro clamp. The external microphone adapter had to be purchased seperately. The fact that you can switch the audio recording levels in the menu from full auto to three levels of manually setable levels greatly helps in obtaining high quality audio. I have found when you use the OSMO Pocket with a quality external shotgun, or lavalier mic, or the beachtek DXA Micro Pro Mic/Line adapter/mixing box, while running a Deity V.Lav Lavalier mic through it and mix with a hyper-cardiod shotgun mic, the sound approaches full broadcast quality. If you run a Deity V.lav lavalier mic straight into the OSMO Pocket you also get surprisingly great audio this way. I find I can shoot in 4K 60p with D-Cinelike engaged with the original OSMO Pocket, but I don't understand why DJI took this feature combination away on version # 2 of this camera evolution ? I also use the Polar Pro combo ND/Polorizing filters on my OSMO Pocket, which yields even cleaner, deeper color saturation, and increases the contrast slightly which gives images more of a punch to them. I find the Polar Pro filters greatly reduce the OSMO Pocket camera's tendency to slightly blow out the highlights in regular Rec. 709 shooting. I have dropped my OSMO Pocket, and soaked it out completely when I was caught in a heavy downpoor one time, yet my camera continues to function perfectly after 3 plus years ! The internal battery is still strong, and I haven't noticed any charge capacity degredation yet.

[@Road2NowhereTV]

I’m an amateur vlogger and still get a bit shy when filming in public with my Sony camera so this would be great. I’m not tech savvy so will be looking at your other DJI videos so I can Understand about the ISO, D-cine…thing etc 😂

[@holyblessedyou]

20’s seconds in & im convinced 😂 My girlfriend and I have been planning on the purchase. Thanks for your 15 seconds of fame 🤲🏾

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

😅

[@josephasghar]

Great production quality and great review. Subscribed!

[@davefink2326]

You make a great point about how (A)ction cam digital stabilization works at odds with low light conditions. Meanwhile, gimbal stabilization - on the Pocket 2 - coexists with low light. Steady vlogging can continue after sundown! Wonderful, well organized presentation. And easy to look at!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video!

[@lorageproductions]

Hi, The pocket 2 is a great camera.. except for the overheating. Have you found a cure for the overheating then shutting off issue?

[@ToriPareno]

I want to get the DJI Pocket sooo badly & watching this makes me want it even more!! i'm really excited to see what DJI has prepared for the Pocket 3 which is the one im for sure going to buy!!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Let’s see!

[@JohnMFlores]

Thanks for this. I got one last year and am still learning it. Will look at the Lists.

[@michaltopas]

Hi Tamara. I bought your Luts and I´m really happy with them - thank you. Anyway there are a few downsides with the Pocket 2, I wish you would have mentioned (live tracking, issues with the Mimo App, no firmware updates etc.) It´s still an awsome small camera. Cheers.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Oh great, glad you like them 😊 I have to say, I don't use the live tracking really, I think I tested it once in a previous video of mine, but I don't ever use it so it completely slipped my mind to mention it. Up until recently I haven't had any issues with the Mimo app. The other day, however it didn't want to open and kept crashing but that's the first time it's ever happened to me, but the DJI Fly app was doing the same and the DJI Ronin app, so think it might be down to my phone. What problems have you had with the Mimo app?

[@Jakepp235]

Will you make a comparison of the pocket 3 to the 2 ?

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

I’ve been asked a lot, so it’s possible that I will

[@sarahmeian1]

Very detailed and spot on review, thank you for sharing!

[@mediaikonz]

Your rig set up for this is so rad! Definitely gonna bite some of this for my upcoming Scotland trip.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Nice! Enjoy your trip!

[@1978Rolla]

How was your Scotland trip? Heading to Edinburgh in a few weeks. Any info welcomed.

[@LangstoniusRex]

goddamn your set looks great. Also, thanks for the long term review.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

No problem 😊

[@LouisLuzuka]

Still rocking the pocket 1! I love this camera 🥹

[@Itswiwo]

I love your videos! I think they are the best reviews on Dji pocket2! Grazie 🇮🇹

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thank you! 😊🤗

[@TJ_Wayne]

Hey! I commented on an earlier video of the pocket 2 and was debating getting it. I did, and I really dig it. Have used it in multiple occasions now and really enjoy it. Just put out a hiking vlog using it in cold weather and it held up the whole 5.2 miles up in the negative wind chill. 🤘.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Nice! 😁

[@TJ_Wayne]

@@TamaraGabrielUK wicked nice. 😁

[@cjalford8401]

Awesome review and lots of quality content! Thank you. I am looking for a go pro replacement for trail.

[@jameskaft5233]

Whats is the Dji Pocket 2 cinematic mentioned in the demo footage? is it a lens ? a mode?

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

At what point in the video?

[@arthurw8054]

As always, great presentation, thanks. I was all set to buy one of these, then I learned about DJI's mandatory activation policy, which is an absolute deal-breaker. Are we moving from a "software as service" paradigm to "hardware as service", dependent on remote server-based DRM-like permission for the right to use what we purchase? Draconian, dystopian, Orwellian... need to find an alternative. I'm very disappointed, as I really like the form-factor and features of this for the price.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Oh, I don't remember that being a thing when I got it, maybe I just don't remember

[@pi1392]

Wow a very well detailed Review of DJI Pocket 2.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks 😊

[@DigitalLemonade]

Great video! Awesome footage.

[@vatosgym]

Hey Tamara, just wanted to say thank you for practically selling me the Pocket 2. I have been mixing Canon R5 footage with DJI Action 1 for a long time, and was on the lookout for step up in quality. Since I no longer train and shoot in the rain, waterproofing does not concern me. Never been a fan of GoPro, I don't know why, just not my thing. DJI on the other hand I love, but the OA3 was a huge disappointment and I never considered the Pocket 2 as I thought it does not support external mics which is more important than the IQ for me. And then I stumbled upon your channel, binge watched all of your videos on the matter, bit the bullet and am expecting the camera to arrive on Friday. Your channel is very informative and professionally made, please keep up the good work! 🙂 +sub from me

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks so much! 😊 And I’m glad all the videos helped you out. Enjoy the Pocket 2 😁

[@goku77877]

Such a great video❤ May I ask can you take photo when you are recording at the same time?

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks. No, you can’t.

[@RedHorseAdventures]

Enjoyed the review, I am considering the Freewell lenses, seems to be a no brainer. Thanks for the video! Just subbed...look forward to learning more from your experiences with this camera!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thank you 😊 Yeah the Freewell filters are great, especially if you want to keep shooting with a wide angle lens attached.

[@noellej2538]

I’m not an expert at all when it comes to camera equip. So forgive me if my question is confusing: Does this create a high depth of field like what you have shooting this video? I want to film sit-downs, but would like the background blurred/out of focus like yours. Thank you!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

It will create a certain amount of shallow depth of field, but if you want a really shallow dof you’d be better off getting a mirrorless camera and a lens with a wide aperture. Where you position yourself in relation to your background will also play a part. This video will help explain kzbin.info/www/bejne/jaO5eWSfeJamjsk

[@yeschefwithchadkubanoff]

That was great thank you

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

You're welcome 😊

[@DRLZEca]

Do you think its worth just getting the DJI2 and using an LAV mic instead of getting the creator combo ? im debating because i really like the idea of having the wireless mic and a camera with a gimble but dont wanna spend almost 500 for the whole thing.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

You’d need the Do-It-All handle to use a lav mic as it plugs into that if you don’t want to use the wireless transmitter, so you’d need the creator combo

[@enfieldlover8145]

what a setup, wow... amazing

[@LouisLuzuka]

Holy moly how do you film your talking head videos ?! You are glowing! *subbed* much love from Vancouver Canada 🇨🇦

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thank you 😊

[@Miguel-ve1lh]

Invest in great lighting

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Lighting is everything 👍🏾

[@RyanLogan01]

I love my Pocket 2. It’s threatening my bigger cameras haha. It’s soooo much easier to bring it on big hikes

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Haha! The quality and portability is great! It goes everywhere with me.

[@lancelot222]

Great video! Can you share what you're using for your studio lighting? (while you're on camera) It looks great!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks! I use the Aputure 120d as my key light and it has the Light Dome II on it. Then as a fill light I was using the Aputure LS 60d with the Light Dome Mini, then in the background I had the Aputure MC RGB LED light.

[@ContentCreator]

Yes it's really is great device... I love it wherever I used it...

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Agree. It's great.

[@AgriStudent]

Hey Tamara, great video 👍 Do you think the pocket is better for outdoor shooting compared to hero 9 or hero 10? Also What editor do you use for post processing. Love your B rolls 👍

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks. It really depends what you're filming, check out these two videos kzbin.info/www/bejne/sIOQZWOwosqtrLM and kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5m0maZ8dq2lqM0

[@ColorismHealing]

THANK YOU!! I love seeing sample footage of people with a skin tone similar to mine.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

No problem 😊

[@tyeblake2612]

Beautiful review thank you very much. You are the definition of professional.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks ☺️

[@sigridlee3743]

I just got the creative combo so it was nice to know you still like it so much over the long term. Do you ever use the built-in lens on the Pocket 2 and if so, what do you use for an ND filter on that? Thanks.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Yeah sometimes I don't put the wide-angle lens so at that point I use the variable ND filters from Skyreat, you can find them in my kit here kit.co/TamaraGabrielUK/dji-pocket-2-accessories 😊

[@sigridlee3743]

@@TamaraGabrielUK Thanks very much.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

No problem.

[@ianimam7672]

Hi, it's a great help for you telling us before and after color grade so thank you 😁 i want to ask, if I want to create ASMR walking around vlog, is it enough with just internal mic or do i need another specialized mic?

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Should be fine if it’s not windy at all

[@akirahojo2]

Hi Tamara, wondering how do you compare using DJI Pocket 2 vs using the latest Samsung S22/iPhone 14 Pro + gimbal? And why do you prefer Pocket 2? I see in your video you have one of the iPhone Pro Max? Nice succinct video, btw.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks. I’m putting a video together about iPhone 14 Pro Max or Pocket 2 as I’m still deciding.

[@kidilantraveler]

Hello, I have bought a new dji pocket 2 recently. Since I am mostly vlogging outside I can't record clearly the voice most of the times. I do not buy the creator combo, I only bought the pocket 2. I do have a Rode wireless go 2 as well. I saw your another video of Rode go2 and pocket 2.I still have a doubt that what accessory should I buy to connect Rode go 2 and dji pocket 2. If you give me the link it would be appreciable. Thanks a lot.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Hey. Unfortunately you need the Do-It-All Handle. I'm not aware of any other way this would work without it.

[@KayVgKatTV]

Very Nice review. We love our pocket 2. Thanks for the review

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

No problem 😊

[@nemisesik]

just found your channel loved this video great work ! Bless

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks 😊🤗

[@Tom_Roberts]

I have the original Pocket. Do you think it's worth upgrading to the Pocket 2 - are there features which justify the extra cost ?

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Unfortunately I never had the Pocket 1 so I couldn't say.

[@l_lina841]

Maybe better to wait for poket 3 dk

[@teddybedlam2022]

still figuring mine out

[@happylifmindfully]

First of all let me thank you very much for your videos. Your videos are excellant. Theyare very much studied and unbiased. "You are genius!" 💎 👍🏻 I am also user of DJ I pocket 2. (I am engineer.) I realised that instead of physically connecting the pocket to the mobile it is better to connect it with "bluetooth" at the same time keep it in the bracket of the mobile along with the Dji pocket. It avoids the hassle of physically connecting it. As well as it avoids damage of type C port of mobile due to movements during attaching and detaching as well as during shooting. Actually physical connection is not required during shooting. (Which is a must during editing.) It also gives freedom of operation due to lack of connectivity tension. At least this is my opinion as an engineer.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thank you 😊 With my old phone it wasn't connecting wirelessly so I had to use the adapter, but I don't really use the adapter anymore since my S21 Ultra connects wirelessly with no issues, which is much better.

[@BIGralph01]

Congratulations 🎊

[@EleazarBitoon]

H Tamara, im really impressed by your work. W here can i grab the luts to correct D-Cinelike?

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks ☺️ You can get the LUTs here www.tamaragabriel.uk/dji-camera-luts

[@UnplannedFlow]

Pocket 2 is my go to camera, while traveling through urban settings.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

It's so perfect for it!

[@Ariis_ir]

What's your main cam for indoors? please make a content that how you are filming in your room + Room Tour.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Have a look at this video, I go through the gear that I use, about 2 mins in kzbin.info/www/bejne/qIG4g3-Al95jjNE

[@MaxItUpwithMarta]

great review, does it get as hot as the pocket 1? Is there a speaker so I can hear the sound on the camera? or is it like the pocket 1 and I have to download to hear sound?

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks 😊 It does get hot but it hasn't stopped recording or shut off for me yet. You can hear the sound whilst you playback the footage on the camera.

[@MaxItUpwithMarta]

@@TamaraGabrielUK wow, if you can hear the playback sound on the DJI Pocket 2 that is major!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

You do have to have the Do-It-All Handle attached though, you can't hear the audio without it attached.

[@MaxItUpwithMarta]

@@TamaraGabrielUK hmmm.... i will have to take a look at that handle.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

It's definitely worth getting if you plan to do a lot of talking to the camera as it will improve your audio a lot by being able to use an external mic, either the one that comes with the handle or a different one.

[@itzjustkay1972]

Thank you, I have been checking out a few of your vlogs. I am leaning towards the pocket 2 due to the 3 is too expensive for me. Good info to know. I'm wondering around Xmas will the 3's price drop bcs I heard a 4 is on the way.

[@billwdwc]

Great video. I cant get my head around AFs and AFC . Is AFS like manual focus ? so you click on it once and it's focused at that point. So for example Click AFS once on a landscape. Move behind a rock ( rock should be blurred out) Pan /slide left and landscape will be in focus. AFC always does auto focus Landscape is in focus move behind rocK and it will refocus on the rock when would you use AFS vs AFC Regards

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Continuous focus will keep focusing on a subject no matter where it moves. So for example if the focus is tracking your face it will keep focusing on you whilst you move. AFS will focus once so wouldn't keep you in focus if you kept moving, so it's used in scenarios where your subject is static.

[@kittykittykitty]

Omg. At 0:40 you’ve answered the question at the beginning.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

I guess you can skip the rest of the video then 😅 unless you want to know why 🤓

[@glvvvvv3124]

0:42 may you please comment the link for the device that holds the phone and the DJI

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Yeah you can find it in here 😊 kit.co/TamaraGabrielUK/dji-pocket-2-accessories

[@bazlur-Vancouver]

I want to buy this one or wait for the next generation in the future(maybe this year will come out). I bought a new GoPro a long time ago and now almost obsolete, but rarely used that at that time not many blogging sites on youtube. I have Canon cameras for photography and a video if needed. You are already experienced with DJI cameras.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

I think there may be a Pocket 3 that will be released this year.

[@AnaDLVlogs]

Great review!!!! Thank you so much for this! 🙏🏻💕

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

No problem. You're welcome 😊

[@jakenotfromstatefarm]

Great review!!! 🤗♥️👍 Pocket 3 this summer!!! 🙏

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks 😊

[@aravinds123]

Great video! Btw, which is that holder you are using that is supporting the pocket and your phone? (I hope I saw it correctly...)

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks! It's the PGYTECH holder in this kit kit.co/TamaraGabrielUK/dji-pocket-2

[@Prof.Polymath]

So they do a longer iphone adapter? Mine won’t plug in while the iPhone has a case on ? And you can’t wander around filming with your phone held out without protection… seems a little poorly designed here really. Any suggestions?

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Sorry, I’m m not sure if there’s a longer one

[@JohnsonsOT]

i had this issue as i had a clear magsafe case which was thicker at the bottom. I had one of the leather magsafe cases which is thinner at the bottom. So with the leather case on you can also keep the pocket plugged in when using your phone

[@Prof.Polymath]

@@JohnsonsOT that’s great Helen thank you so much for sharing 🙏🏽

[@pavinder]

Try using the DJI Mimo app on your phone and connecting wirelessly to the camera. No physical connector required.

[@Fayery_Random_YT]

do u think it's still worth it to purchase one this year? i'm planning to get it for this weekend as an advance bday present for myself next month to capture memories.. but with the rumors of pocket 3 release on November, I don't know anymore

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

It's hard to say without knowing what the Pocket 3 will be. I'd personally wait unless you really need something right now.

[@qiyue]

I checked so many reviews on KZbin and decided to buy one. It arrived here today. It just costed $230.00. For your reference only. By the way, it is a used one. Almost 98% new. That's nice. :)

[@Babelfish112]

Is the Creator Kit worth it for better sound + longer handle if I'm NOT vlogging? Or would the mic pick up be worse since it's more for near-field voice?

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

If you’re not talking to the camera then I would say don’t bother with the handle, unless you’re filming outside and it’s windy and you want the ambient sounds.

[@TRC_PNW]

Great video and gives me a lot more confidence that I will be owning one in the near future. The main question I have now though is: "Go for the Pocket 2, or wait for the Pocket 3?" Rumor has it that the Pocket 3 is indeed coming, and likely soon.

[@hoehoehello5736]

I heard that they have moved on from the line

[@TRC_PNW]

@@hoehoehello5736 I ended up buying a Pocket 2. We’ll see if a 3 ends up ever seeing the light of day. I hope so.

[@heyitsjonna]

@@TRC_PNW how was your pocket 2 experience so far? Did you get Pocket 3 as well?

[@TRC_PNW]

@@heyitsjonna I really like the pocket 2 and it is perfectly fine for me so I did not also get a pocket 3. Maybe someday down the road…or pocket 4 😁

[@IntrovertMaxxing]

Dope studio backdrop

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks 😊

[@LouisLuzuka]

So for cinematic video do you just shoot in 4k30? I want to shoot in 4k60 but it won’t let me with the adapter

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

I take the handle off to shoot in 4K60 so that I can shoot in D-Cinelike.

[@LouisLuzuka]

@@TamaraGabrielUK you are smart why did it I think of that!

[@jameskaft5233]

@@TamaraGabrielUK Whats is the Dji Pocket 2 cinematic mentioned in the demo footage? is it a lens ? a mode? Is it shooting in 4k/60 D-Cinelike ? And how come is it more cinematic than shooting in 24p..What am I missing here? Thank you in advance

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

@James Kaft The concept of 'cinematic' is how you go about shooting and editing your footage. It can be completely subjective and also depends on a lot of factors. Some would say slow motion gives a cinematic effect, certain camera angles and focal lengths, how you colour correct and colour grade, how you cut the footage together, how you tell a story, etc. But slow motion has (for a lot of people) become one of the factors contributing to a cinematic effect when shooting short b-roll sequences, and that would entail shooting in 4K60, 4K120 or 4K240 and then slowing it down in post.

[@jameskaft5233]

@@TamaraGabrielUK Thanks a lot for your reply Tamara :-) I got it now. The timestamp was at 0:50

[@maxstechnology6363]

Can someone please explain to me how the colour grading works? Do you record in RAW and then colour grade, or can you shoot with D-CineLike straight from the camera?

[@frogcubes]

RAW isnt avalaible in the pocket 2, the raw of the pocket 2 is _called_ D-CineLike. what you shoot straight out of the camera is the "normal" color profile. And if you want you can directly change it from the camera settings (not in post) to the D-Cinelike color profile. And then when you have the D-Cinelike footage, you then need to color grade it in post because the d-cinelike color profile is made for specifically giving you flat colors to then have flexibility when color grading in post. So no one uses the D-Cinelike color profile without color grading it, because the colors are flat and dont look that good, because its supposed to be color graded and corrected! *so D-Cinelike is basically RAW on the pocket 2* :) (this took me to much time lol)

[@sonminorimitsuu2838]

Thank you, great video. I only bought 1 x Rode 11 mic & transmitter. Would recommend getting an additional mic for interview? Also is Rode ok for mic sound ? Thanks

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thanks. It depends if you’re recording two people or one.

[@sonminorimitsuu2838]

@@TamaraGabrielUK Thank you, and I find your videos very helpful. You have inspired me to make vlogging a hobby :)

[@martysender5539]

after one year for me too, it still sometimes blows me away, and I use regularly a gh5. lets hope for a Pocket 3 with a one inch sensor. Marty Sender You Tube

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Hey Marty, yeah it's great! Can't wait to see what they do with the Pocket 3.

[@SohamDas1995]

Is there any tracking issue in this camera? I came across some videos saying that the object tracking is very bad!

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

I don't really use but when I did use it it didn't seem too bad.

[@jessegaffey6701]

Love this review. Would you say it would be good enough to record in a studio setting, like at your desk? Would the quality be good enough to start off with it as your main camera?

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Only if you have really good lighting. I’ve filmed indoors with it and the footage has looked good, but yeah, you need very good lighting.

[@jessegaffey6701]

@@TamaraGabrielUK Appreciate the reply. So something more advanced than a ringlight?

[@gilbertgk]

Great review, Can I use this camera indoor for talking videos with two people? How does it compare against iphone or Samsung latest cameras?

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Haven’t done a comparison yet but if you have very good lighting then you won’t have a problem indoors, the video quality will be good.

[@uwubunny5327]

May I know which camera you use to record in studio room? Thanks

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Sony A7S III

[@LouisLuzuka]

4k60 ): same with my pocket 1 My question is, how is the focusing because I have to make sure I’m in focus for the pocket 1 and I definitely deserve those d cine like luts in my life, take my money 💰

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Continuous focus works really well. So does Active Track. Hope you like using the LUTs, link is in the description 😁

[@LouisLuzuka]

@@TamaraGabrielUK I just checked out the luts, and I use iMovie does that mean I need to upgrade? I also have DaVinci I’m just wondering how do I add luts to my work flow? Do I just film in d-cine like and then color them when I get home? Or do I color in the edit? Because what if I don’t use some of the clips I coloured and how do I export the clips? Omg I want to film so many things now!

[@JonasErving]

Hello and thank you for shearing your knowledge😊 im struggling to choose between the pocket 2 and my iphone 14 pro max to filming cinematic videos, what do you think its the best choise for that? yeah i know its a strange question but im struggling big time😄

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Not a strange question, I’ve been asked a few times. The 14 Pro Max is great as is the Pocket 2. Either would be good. I have a video comparison soon.

[@JonasErving]

@@TamaraGabrielUK thanks for answering me. okay! looking forward to that video. You got a new subscriber😊

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

Thank you! 🙏🏾

[@TSGAdventures]

I had this camera in my bag for 2 years and rarely used it. I was thinking of buying a ZV-1, ZV-E10 or something like that but then thought well I have the P2 why not use it more before i do that. I have recently used it for a bunch of my latest videos and now thinking why the heck didn't I use this camera. It has been a lot of fun learning it and how to use it. I agree wish the screen was bigger. I been using the DJI wireless single receiver mic version and definitely like it much better than the one that came with it. I have the freewell anamorphic lens with ND's but did not get the wide angle lens. I wonder if they just sell the wide angle lens with out having to buy nds? Thanks for info and review.

[@TamaraGabrielUK]

You’re welcome ☺️