Is DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Better Than Sony ZV-E1?

[@Romafedorov]

Is DJI Osmo Pocket 3 the ultimate compact KZbin camera?

[@markjob6354]

Yes. Most definitely. 👍

[@phucmapvlog]

I have the a7siii and just picked up the Osmo Pocket 3. Obviously, the a7siii looks better overall, but regarding vlogging for my channel, I will bring the pocket with me every time. Not only holding a heavy camera out in front of you for a long time but also in terms of other people in public. People act differently when you put a big camera around them, but most barely recognize that the pocket is recording.

[@Romafedorov]

100% agree with you. I actually never understood people who vlog with full frame cameras. It’s so cumbersome. The Pocket 3 is perfect for vlogging. Great image quality, stabilization and it fits in your pocket.

[@wpkambiancesounds]

Same here. Both are great cameras and if DJI allows customization of how fast autofocus works, it will be amazing.

[@GUYBITTON]

Great video U deserve it👍👍

[@Romafedorov]

Dude! Thank you ach sheli! 🎉

[@whatthefitt]

Best comparison video I have watched. Well done Roma!

[@Romafedorov]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@TATTEDGIGACHAD]

The image quality is much better on sony but is it worth the extra $2500 for the setup? If you could only have one cam, would you sell the p3 and keep the zv? Also how about the s9 vs the p3?

[@Romafedorov]

If I could only have one camera, I'd definitely pick the ZV-E1. It's better than the Pocket 3 in almost every way, except that it's bulkier and doesn't have a built-in gimbal. I'd say if you're mainly shooting on a tripod like I am, something like the ZV-E1 is a much better choice. However, if you're doing handheld selfie vlogging, then the Pocket 3 is better. Don't get me wrong-the Pocket 3 punches way above its weight as a whole package for the price, but the ZV-E1 is much superior when it comes to image quality. As for the S9, I'm assuming you mean the Panasonic S9. I wouldn't recommend buying it, mainly because it has so many recording time limits, and I'm pretty sure it overheats much quicker than the ZV-E1. In my opinion, the ZV-E1 is the best compact mirrorless camera for content creation.

[@twobikesandadrone]

I currently only have GoPros and have been considering the addition of a ZV-E1 but it's just so hard to justify when my channel is still so small and all trying to do is add a little more dimension to my videos. Maybe someday I can justify the ZV-E1 but for now it's looking like the Pocket 3 will do just fine!

[@tennissir1986]

Good review. He should have pointed out that the stabilization on the ZV-E1 is all axis’s , but the Pocket 3 is only 2 ( up and down).

[@JayGMoto]

Man, actually Osmo pocket 3 is my first choice, but it was hard to a get a hands on it here in the Philippines last December 2023, so I go to my 2nd choice which is the ZVE10 and bought a viltrox 13mm 1.4f and I love it. BTW, the colors of your video are fantastic! would love get your LUT!

[@Romafedorov]

The Viltrox 13mm lens is awesome! Thank you!

[@wakeywarrior]

The Pocket is very good, but it’s nowhere near a ZVE1. You can get totally clean footage in very dark environment on the ZVE1, the image is much better. Heck, they filmed ‘The Creator’ with the same sensor, they didn’t use a Pocket 3. The Pocket 3 is really, really good though and I can’t see why anyone would buy a ZV1 mark ii (or mark I) over the Pocket 3. It has destroyed that market.

[@Ozpeter]

The Pocket 3 battery handle allows mid shot battery changes. I don't think the Sony can do that. Overall, to be honest when comparing your exellent example shots, I often preferred the P3 images. I am not saying they were better, just preferable to me. Really, to compare the two you have to add the size weight and cost of a gimbal for the Sony, and for many people that makes the Sony an impossible expense. You used the word 'tools ' near the end of the excellent video, and that is the key thing. These are two different tools for different jobs, and purchasers need to consider the job they will mostly be doing and buy the hammer, not the screwdriver, or the reverse.

[@Romafedorov]

I 100% agree with you. One must consider what they really need from a camera before investing in a new one, especially for those who are just starting with KZbin, etc. No need to waste money on a 'tool' that looks cooler but is not necessary.

[@RyanKorea]

I have the Sony A7IV and some expensive lenses yet I don't use it at all since picking up the Pocket 3. The Pocket 3 has so many benefits that outweigh the slightly reduced video quality. I'm probably going to sell my Sony. The Pocket is just insane for the price.

[@Romafedorov]

Thanks for sharing. The pocket 3 is really good, but I can’t live without my full frame camera haha

[@danielarntz9362]

Very good comparison! Does the E1 reduce the resolution/ image quality when you turn on active / dynamic stabilization?

[@PhilippHamburg111]

No, the resolution is not reduced. If it is dark or barely lit and you then zoom in on the video for analysis, you will see a slight loss of quality. However, you usually notice practically nothing of it.

[@danielarntz9362]

@@PhilippHamburg111 That sounds good, thank you for the reply!

[@ryanthomas9306]

Besides the dof I can barely tell them two apart. Now only if it could zoom naturally

[@samsstories-rc2ui]

Thanks for the review, enjoyed it a lot. Heads up - fireplace on the MacBook is really cool. But, very distracting.

[@Romafedorov]

Thanks! I've changed it up since then..

[@schoeferfilm]

No chance for comparison I think 🤔 ZVE1 is a professional fullframe cam but OP3is definitely a top cam too, but I think for other type of filmmakers

[@Romafedorov]

Yes, that was definitely a silly comparison, but I'm still amazed by how well the Pocket 3 competes against he ZV-E1.

[@matthewraftery9009]

Great video! Which focus mode were you using on the Pocket 3? I didn't notice any focus shift at all when multiple people/objects were moving in front of the camera.

[@Romafedorov]

For all the shots in which I'm not in front of the camera, I use Single focus, and for the shots in which I am, I use Continuous focus.

[@matthewraftery9009]

@@Romafedorov That explains it. Thankyou! Do you just tap on the screen and select a focus spot somewhere that will allow most of the image to be in focus?

[@Romafedorov]

Yes, unless I want to focus on the foreground. In that case, I tap on the foreground object for focus. @@matthewraftery9009

[@nomadcurator]

Great video. I almost bought the sony zv e1 but bought the Osmo pocket three instead and saved a lot of money. I would say this camera gets the User 95% of the way there and that’s good enough if you have a good story to tell.

[@PradeepKumar-tq4ev]

​@@nomadcuratorhi are you happy with pocket 3. Im also confused to take between pocket 3 or sony zv e10 r nikon z30. May be add further to take sony zv e10 mark 2.

[@PatrickDavittPhD]

Roma, I love your channel! I'm ready to upgrade my "camera"....I am a professor and record lectures, give talks in auditoriums, studio podcast, and vlog. Iphone 15 Pro or Sony EV-Z10 using a Hohem m-6 for tracking, OR Pocket 3??? I have the Ulanzi MT-79. To get a closer with P3 I would just try to set it up closer (I guess) since zero Zoom. I vlog every day and just love the prospect of the P3. I would use the DJI mic 2 for all three (arrives today!). I would appreciate anyone's take!

[@Romafedorov]

Pocket 3 is hands down the best choice for vlogging. For a dedicated 'tripod studio' camera, the ZV-E10 would likely be the top pick. However, the iPhone 15 Pro could also deliver fantastic results, especially when shooting in Apple Log. If you can wait, the ZV-E10 II is set to be released in a couple of months with significant upgrades. Still, I don't believe it will surpass the Pocket 3 for pure handheld vlogging. Hope this helps.

[@PatrickDavittPhD]

Thanks so much for responding. I'm getting the Pocket 3 and can eventually get the ZV-E10 II if the need arises! @@Romafedorov

[@shiranmallikarachchi7820]

Please need a review between DJI OP3 vs SONY ZV-1F

[@Romafedorov]

I'm not planning to buy the ZV-1f. Sorry.

[@GUYBITTON]

Great video! In depth look into the comparison Over; price, size, convince, quality I would definitely prefer the DJI Pocket 3 Hands down!

[@Romafedorov]

Thanks for watching!

[@PradeepKumar-tq4ev]

SUPERB VIDEO 👌👌 AND PERFECT COMPARISON. Does pocket 3 enough for indoors when kept on tripod when providing good lights setup. And pls say how much watt light is good to get nice clear video footage in pocket 3. Like 40w or 60w or 80w.

[@Romafedorov]

I made a whole video about that. I have a 60W light and it's more than enough for what I do.

[@PradeepKumar-tq4ev]

​​@@Romafedorovis this same video where u used 60w light in your room at 2.36 minutes. IS IT godox sl 60w one or any other led 60w bulb💡 thanks fr reply

[@Romafedorov]

@@PradeepKumar-tq4ev kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZqUk3ihd7l-d7c&t I use the COLBOR 60w light.

[@sausageskin]

The built in mic of pocket 3 is so much better, it's not even close IMO 7:38 Autofocus on pocket 3 looks better, it's much faster and your face looks sharper 9:23

[@ingeniousfinance]

Hello Roma, Really nice comparaison between the DJI and Sony ZV-E1, I personally have an issue with the DJI pocket 3, I feel that my skintone are not pleasant with shooting in Auto. I can see that yours look very nice when shooting in LOG and color grading. Any tips on the color grading to have better skin tone ? Also, I will purchase your LUT package, which LUT have you used in this particular video ? Thank you

[@Romafedorov]

In this video, I haven't used any LUTs. I've manually color graded everything. When it comes to skin tones, try to use manual balance as much as possible for more accurate colors. If it still doesn't look right, you can use HSL curves to push the skin tones towards yellow because typically, on the Pocket 3, they lean towards magenta. Hope this helps!

[@ingeniousfinance]

@@Romafedorov Perfect, thank you for taking the time answering to me ! take care

[@neilwheel]

Great comparison! Thank you Roman 👏👏👏👏

[@Romafedorov]

No problem 👍

[@74mili]

This is like comparing a motorcycle to a car, each has their own strengths and weaknesses but not nearly close to the same range to be compared, a more comparable video would be with the ZV1 which the P3 blows out of the park. I happen to own 2 ZV1s and a P3.

[@pengingamer4510]

so nice , was looking for a video like that. I am a photographer and like to make behind the scenes videos of my work. Sometimes i dont have a videographer for my second professional camera to film me. So i thought of getting the pocket 3 to mount on a tripod to film me as it cann follow me. Also maybe as a second camera for wedding shootings and some other videos shoots to mount somwhere where its not bothering anyone. Do you think it is good for that?

[@Romafedorov]

I'm not sure about weddings, but it can be a great BTS camera with its tracking abilities.

[@showingYOUtheworld]

Great and very informative video ! In price-quality range the P3 wins against the Sony. You get more for your money with P3 than with the Sony if of course we are talking about just shooting videos outside. And the video from the P3 is almost on par with the Sony.

[@Cihanozdamar]

you know you can turn gimbal forwarding you so you can screen right? because you talked like you dont :D

[@mole1596]

The Osmo needs a Micro 4/3 sensor with variable zoom (like some Sony phones), and it’s golden. I don’t think it’s happening tho.

[@Romafedorov]

Won’t happen any time soon. The best case scenario they do that with the same 1” sensor, but better processor..

[@mole1596]

I’m pretty sure there are rumors of a Xiaomi phone with a M4/3 sensor floating around. Probably a couple of years away. So it’s definitely possible.

[@dougmorato]

It's not even close. ZV-E1 is a beast!

[@Romafedorov]

ZV-E1 is a beast, but the Pocket 3 punches above its weight.

[@MarS-dc2qx]

It’s actually pretty close! I have both and footage is pretty close 😬

[@TechTinkerGarage]

Hats off to Roma for settling the Osmo Pocket 3 vs Sony ZV-E1 debate! 🎩💼 Dji be like, 'I'm light, compact, and user-friendly - basically the superhero of cameras!' 🦸‍♂💪 Who needs capes when you've got pockets full of cinematic magic? Thanks for the clarity, Roma! 🌟 #DjiWinsThePocketBattle #PocketHeroics

[@Romafedorov]

Hahahaha Yeah the Pocket 3 really rocks!

[@americansafarico]

Very compelling!!!

[@randomstoragespace]

Great videos. Subscribed

[@Romafedorov]

Welcome aboard!

[@Harley-Davidson64032]

Что посоветуете без экстрима если снимать ?

[@Romafedorov]

DJI Pocket 3

[@sausageskin]

7:03 Sony are you serious? You are a full frame camera, common!

[@EnzoyZee]

Osmo Pocket 3, similar to a phone, because of the size, you can always have it with you and also shoot discreetly when needed (ie wanna be vloggers like myself😅)

[@Romafedorov]

Yes, the Pocket is super convenient to bring anywhere..

[@PaleHROse]

Perfect

[@UnKnown-cn8zb]

Best Video But Sony Results Are Looking Good 😊

[@Romafedorov]

Cheers! The ZV-E1 is awesome!

[@avradeepsarkar4594]

Osmo 3 is better. Easy and cinematic.

[@lonelytraveltales2860]

by nearly 1/3 of the price is the pocket 3 a real monster..

[@Romafedorov]

I agree!

[@andy_ppp]

Comparing the DJI at 3200 ISO to the Sony at 12800 ISO. I think it seems a little unfair that the Sony is getting 4X less light and looks far far cleaner.

[@DigiDriftZone]

There are 2 good reasons to do this: 1) That's the native ISO of the camera and 2) This is a 1" sensor, so if you apply the crop factor of 5, that's 3200*(5**2), the full frame equivalent would actually be ISO 80,000 to get a similar level of noise (this runs the sensor at the same gain as ISO3200 on a 1" sensor), so not sure how useful that would be to see. Would be interesting though.

[@UrbexWonderland]

The Sony has a lot of moire on your blue shirt at @2:31

[@Panther-]

DONT BE SILLY.

[@akmaluddinsaid4104]

ZV-E1 clearly better than DJI Pocket 3.

[@Romafedorov]

Yep

[@maahirliftsvlogs]

About Price 😂

[@michaelbell75]

No.

[@Romafedorov]

I agree.