Solo Filmmaking with the DJI Osmo Pocket 3

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0:00 Intro
0:22 Basic Info
1:46 Why use a gimbal (and not just in-camera stabilization)
2:44 Active Track Establishing Shot
3:35 Cinematic Gimbal Moves
4:26 Selfie Stick Crane Shot
4:53 Spinshot Vortex Effect
6:05 Selfie Vlog at a Restaurant
6:56 Shooting on Moving Vehicles
8:05 City Shots at Night
8:51 Active Track Tripod Shot
9:35 Wide Angle Lens Adapter
10:25 Black Mist Filter

[@BrandonLiUnscripted]

My Cinematic Video course for the Pocket 3 is now online! Join here: pocket.video/cinematic-course

[@BlackBeltBarrister]

Probably the best sponsored video I've ever seen I bought the Osmo 3 because of this video as I want to do more vlogs!

[@LuckyRoad]

Dji's marketing team is so smart to find Brandon Li to introduce this new product. After seeing this video really want to buy this pocket 3 immediately.

[@petermclennan6781]

Yep. Me, too.

[@perlasngsilanganan9659]

I just bought one yesterday because of this video.

[@hotairbaloondg]

💯 DJI couldn't have sold it better than this

[@EarwormT]

DJI pocket 3 speading like a virus ,every VDO content now is using them.

[@EarwormT]

BTW It's a marketing strategy

[@juansymontano]

Finally, a review that ACTUALLY uses the dji for the actual video, and using it how most of us like to use it. Not empty cinematics, not shot on a sony, not nothing. Just shot on the item we want to buy.

[@gioriv]

This is the type of video I personally love. It might be just me, but I don’t like so many “technical opinions” reviews. Just show what I can do with the product, the limitations, how creative I can get with it, etc. Not just some bias comparisons and a bunch of critics that are just confusing me. Great video, thanks so much!

[@momohkamara16]

Well hey there cousin are you talking for me 😂

[@MissLeaaaaa]

I am truly speechless. This is such a BEAUTIFUL review of this camera and you touched on everything! SOLD SOLD SOLD!

[@landscapesandmotion]

Image quality is amazing for the size. I think this is a home run for convenient, high quality camera for vlogs, travel, and family moments.

[@vommir.]

yes!

[@SergeBelkin]

yes, looks like complete no brainer

[@Tore_Lund]

Auto WB is struggling, colors varies a lot? Also seems like areas with more motion is compressed more. That kind of defeats the benefit of a 1" sensor? However low light performance is good, even the colors are good at night.

[@navpreetsingh8156]

this is the end of all other vlogging cameras, its pretty much perfect

[@BrandonLiUnscripted]

It’s really all I would need. Good image, good low light, effortless audio, face tracking

[@user-ur2nx1hi8w]

in Chinese : 遥遥领先

[@Zoltan99]

@@BrandonLiUnscripted Does it support live stream to youtube or facebook ?

[@briann5001]

It's def over

[@navpreetsingh8156]

@BrandonLiUnscripted yea exactly, you can get better image quality with other cameras of course but you're adding gimbal and lenses to full frame cameras and then audio etc,, during the day this is perfect and even in a well lit evening it looked fantastic, I'm not a vlogger but I love gadgets

[@CreatorCMO]

This is one of the best pocket 3 hands on review videos I’ve watched so far. You made the features real and helped potential buyers see how they could put them to use instead of just describing them or showing a sample clip.

[@ProtoMarcus]

I've watched nearly a dozen different DJI Osmo Pocket 3 in the past few hours and *_your_* video offers the best overview _and_ showcase of this incredible camera - your video is fantastic and offers an excellent presentation of the Pocket 3 - the best one I've seen yet!

[@jeffbronson3696]

I love how you maximised the potential of this camera even though this is just a product review! Your work is always inspiring Brandon.

[@cutiebee2]

This is the BEST review of the DJI Pocket 3 I’ve watched! I also love that you taught some very useful techniques that can be used with this little beauty. A big bonus is that you’re demonstrating your shots with sceneries from Hong Kong, you’ve given me a lot of inspiration on where to try out my shoots when I get my hands on the Pocket 3!

[@SamCleggMusic]

Great video Brandon! I have had this camera little over a week and I am super impressed with it. I was able to get some lovely cinematic shots of the autumn colours yesterday. I decided to post it on my channel, so others can see the quality of the camera with colour grading. I am thankful that in 2023 us filmmakers that are on a budget have these tools which can achieve things that weren't possible before.

[@mareya3201]

the stability, the quality, a must have for me!

[@vommir.]

The quality coming from this tiny camera is outstanding. Thank you for this product demo, really considering it.

[@digitalbread4574]

right like the low light is incredible.

[@TheTMax]

I always appreciate when you include how to film the cinematic shots that you have in your videos. It's always something simple that I never thought of, but can easily implement in my videos. Thanks!

[@BobbyTV23]

Wow this is probably the best osmo pocket 3 video i've seen this far. straight and direct tips without a lot of nonsense. Dope!!!

[@mikegrabarek7312]

I've watched way too many tutorials on the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 for my own good. This is definitely one of the most useful I've seen. So, yes, I subscribed to your channel. Thanks for sharing Brandon. You've upped my game.

[@Coatsey007]

As always, Brandon, a great video showing the features of the Osmo, but more importantly, how somebody with your skill makes the most of it.

[@CinematographyDatabase]

The depth of field and color is really nice for such a small camera. The built in wireless mic is great for being able to be further from the camera.

[@PETERFRITZPHOTO]

Easily the most useful, practical, creative review on this product. Thanks, Brandon.

[@cervantesfritz]

THIS. IS. THE. BEST. REVIEW. EVER! WOW. I’m buying now.

[@StandleyHandcrafted]

Great video! You definitely showed off the best ways to use all the new features better than any other demos I’ve watched on this today. Can’t wait to get one, I love my Pocket 2 and this is such a nice upgrade.

[@tarask9971]

Very good low light performance

[@ArchivedATX]

I'm new to vlogging and recently purchased the Pocket 3. This video is gold! I love how you talked about the features but showed examples and gave some follow-up tips. As a beginner, it really helps me put it all together! Thank you!

[@noeltimario2675]

This is one thing I love with Brandon channel, his reviewing the product and applies the features on the spot. Double yummy, knowing the product as well knowing how to best use it. Keep up the good work, sir.

[@haylivk]

Great review with the different use cases and learnt a lot as usual. Thank you Brandon! Enjoyed this a lot :)

[@MrPashee]

Motivating and beautiful as always, Brandon. Thank you!

[@lvminh]

I love your introductory of products/gears bundling with tutorials which are easy to try & inspiring. Thanks for sharing!

[@Sukhumvit1]

God, I’ve never had a DJI Osmo but after watching this I’m going to order one for the first time. What a great little piece of kit 😎

[@BrandonLiUnscripted]

Meet me in Hong Kong Dec 2, 230pm at the DJI - Hasselblad Store on Nathan Rd! I'll be talking about filmmaking, gimbals, smartphones, and the future of the craft.

[@BostonTerrierDad623]

This is THE 💣. Yes, I’m old. But my jaw is on the floor at my home haha I’ve had this cam for a month plus & I have it figured out from an operational standpoint, but I’m not a filmmaker - at least not one of today. I did sports stuff back when I was an athlete in HS & college playing basketball - but that was a while ago. Digital is different. I did some stuff for a women’s college basketball player last night who is a pretty big deal (with this camera) & using this, plus the light cut app it did stuff for me that I was blown away by. I’m around 50 & have been retired for 5 years other than my airbnbs I piddle with, so this is becoming a passion - a slow, but sure passion. I have been very propped & not washed out or intimidated due to INCREDIBLE people JUST LIKE YOU, Brandon! I cannot thank you enough for all that you have done here. I’m hooked on your stuff. You have a new - and BIG - fan in NC!! ✌️ brother. Thank you!

[@divyamsinghal]

just can't get over the awesomeness of your colour grading!

[@blutey]

Thanks Brandon. You always seem to get some great, above average cinematic-style footage from these action cameras, as well as at the same time passing on the knowledge to the viewer how you did it.

[@BrandonLiUnscripted]

Please support my channel by purchasing the Pocket 3 from my link: bdn.li/DJIOsmoPocket3

Excellent presentation, filming and editing tips! I'll buy it from the link :)

[@peekaboopeekaboo1165]

New subscriber here. 👍

[@LuckyRoad]

Ordered through this link. Thank you.

[@meninim5054]

The problem : "Dear Thank you for contacting DJI Technical Support. We are grateful to assist you with your concern. Regarding your situation, we are sorry to inform you the main camere battery cannot buy singlely, we recommend you to buy the battery handle to help yo solve this issue. This could also help you solve the battery life issue." So you trow away the Pocket 3 in 2 years maximum when battery no longer charges.

[@jamesfinneran9039]

Brandon what selfie stick did you use in this video

[@arkconcepcionofficial]

This is the best review so far. Practical usage in different set-ups. Thank you!

[@FiddleneckPhotography]

I'm just jumping into the world of film/photography. This video articulated very well the versatility of this unit. I just ordered the DJI Osmo pocket 3 . Thanks.

[@vidiot57]

The night shots of skyline look impressive !

[@BrandonLiUnscripted]

Thanks!

[@JammCo]

I switched from the pocket 2 to the insta360 x3. For me the reframing ability was best but at the cost of image quality. This might make me run back to DJI, I’ll just compose my shots more consciously.

[@Tech_Advisor_to_CXOs]

It's wonderful to see a skilled artist like you at work making beautiful cinematic shots. When you walked across the hotel room, I was amazed by how such a small change made such a big difference.

[@KennethYimHomes]

Holy the 1 inch sensor is so good! Everything was amazing about the previous DJI products… except the picture quality in anything other than bright sunlight. Amazing work on this video, Brandon!

[@Paskal1]

The Black Mist filter can also be called "Post-Lasik", because this is exactly the kind of night vision you get after Lasik eye surgery. (Speaking from 7 years of experience)

[@outsidebrendan]

I've thought about Lasik and heard this way too many times!

[@Paskal1]

@@outsidebrendan Yeah, i dont recommend it, the night vision issues are not worth it. (And actually its easily explained: During night time the pupils expand. As a consequence there are rays of light coming through the unlasered edge of the cornea falling onto the retina, so that you basically see with the lasered cornea (center) and the unlasered cornea (edge) at the same time, resulting in higher order aberrations, which results in smudgy vision and lower contrast.. I wish i knew this before having the surgery, but it is what it is now..)

[@MinerDolan]

I really enjoy the technique lessons you include in your reviews. It would be really helpful to hear how you choose to expose for specific scenes (like night shots with artificial light) to get the most out of the Pocket 3, since you clearly have some of the nicest footage out so far! Did you use D-Log M?

[@BrandonLiUnscripted]

I exposed night shots using low iso and just chose my locations carefully so I had a good balance of foreground and background light. A good image is mostly about lighting regardless of what camera is used

[@mike_qbik]

@@BrandonLiUnscripted Did you use D-Log M? What postproscessing? Can you elaborate? Video looks superior compare to other examples by other people. Thx

[@rungunshoot4025]

@@mike_qbik I keep trying to tell people it’s the lighting and they insist on asking for more settings and tech details. I’m done :-)

[@geoffersonspin]

Really an outstanding overview of what's capable with this. Thank you!

[@grahamwooddesignz]

I love the way you displayed the features. You started in the morning and every segment had a flawless flow and kept me engaged. Thank you 🙏🏾

[@rimaxrendy2400]

why your sample video from pocket 3 is really good compared to other reviewers? like I mean other reviewers sample video are like overprocessing and sharpening just like smartphone. but yours not. what settings did you use and what app did you use in the post processing? thanks in advance

[@jijim6284]

Maybe because of dlog color

[@JonathanHeresOficial]

Hi brandon, i saw other creators review with this camera and i must say (as expected) your footage is far superior showing once again is also about the operator that maximize the cameras potential. Would you care to share your low light settings? did you shoot all on auto modes ? Im seriously considering buying it because of your video .. considering the payload , video quality , microphone and discrete size this may be the top vlogging camera out there!

[@jamesmazurstudios]

I agree. I just ordered.

[@SourceAwareness]

BIG THANKS, Brandon!! You are Awesome, and your shots are always Beautiful. Cheers 🙏🏾

[@Xandaaar]

Best launch video for the Pocket 3 by far! Love this tutorial too

[@laurangelia]

How did your footage results came out way much better than the rest of the other reviews? 😂 Gosh, you’re amazing!

[@rissamayrox]

this is also my question 🤔

[@Watalli]

Same question!!

[@BrandonLiUnscripted]

I choose my lighting, angles, and exposure carefully

[@laurangelia]

@@BrandonLiUnscripted would you also drop us a color grading tutorial? Or at perhaps, a D-Log preset? ☺️

[@BrandonLiUnscripted]

@@laurangelia I just used the standard DJI LUT. What I'm trying to say is lighting is 10x more important than LUTs and grading.

[@ArmandSalmon]

This was an excellent video format. Great location, variety of scene modes and extremely useful related tips for use ...all on the release date. I feel like the techniques you shared will definitely have many viewers motivated to feel they can start making good content right away. Well done! Would love to know which tripod was used on the sidewalk scene (with the small footprint) 8:57

[@BrandonLiUnscripted]

Thanks! YC Onion Pineta monopod

[@ArmandSalmon]

@@BrandonLiUnscriptedthank you!

[@oscarlandrum2384]

best DJI 3 video ive seen so far. man the low light capability is just amazing

[@donnairenephotos]

This has to be the coolest travel vlogging camera ever made. Can't wait for mine to come in the mail!!

[@AkhilPatel]

Can you attach the mist lens over the wide angle lens?

[@BrandonLiUnscripted]

Nope

[@AkhilPatel]

@@BrandonLiUnscripted bummer! I might get the one inch 360 for similar price and extra versatility. Thanks for the videos though, helps a lot in decision making, great stuff as always. :)

[@well5423]

Anyone know the brand of the selfie stick that @BrandonLiUnscripted used for crane shot?

[@BrandonLiUnscripted]

geni.us/insta360xselfiestick

[@miguelberns]

Great Job DJI for getting Brandon to share these great features. The footages are clean and good! makes me want to buy one.

[@WanderlustReports]

This is an amazingly good and tips-filled video. I've been a long-time user of a lot of DJI products including Pocket 1 & 2, and I will definitely buy Pocket 3, to try and do all these creative filming you are showing here.

[@danlindner7115]

You’re the best at explaining how to use tech! I appreciate your videos and continue to find your work inspirational!

[@sandraking856]

Always impeccably done Brandon, thank you.

[@abarass]

I've just got it as a Christmas gift and I am in love so much! Easy to use, small, best quality. Recommend

[@vloggingpractice8077]

Thank you Brendon for making this fantastic footage!

[@lizzmatic]

Beautiful video. The break down, the example videos - was like visual poetry. Thank you! 👏

[@MindVista125]

The Pocket 3's remarkable performance packed into its compact form factor is truly impressive, defying expectations with its powerful capabilities.

[@jwinte]

A great inspirational video filled with creative ideas and techniques. Thanks, Brandon.

[@user82938]

Great footage. This is the best demo of this camera I have seen today.

[@cikafogarty]

Thank you for such a well explained video! Magnificent work! Thank you so much!

[@techietam]

This video is low-key a review of the Pocket 3, with nice tips on how to use it, and I'm here for it.

[@the_90s92]

I just ordered mine today! You made a great video and answered most of the question I had about it plus a few pointers to help me out when shooting video. Thank you so much!

[@arvismile]

I’m amazed by the quality of this video. It does look like it was filmed on mirrorless camera. Crazy 🔥

[@brivnii]

The camera and Brandon's style of filming is so GOOOD! But the locations as well! I gotta see these places for myself! Looks awesome, thank you for sharing.

[@MinuteMon]

I’ve watched a handful of DJI Pocket 3 videos reviews but this is by far the best. I even learned how to do cinematic shots that now I’m inspired to try out thanks to you. Instantly subbed!! 🙏🏼

[@milliepush1674]

Appreciate the breakdown of this video! Thank you

[@GAMERAakaGMRA]

I really like how much of an upgrade this looks from the op2. The Cinemtic shots look sick.

[@AlexMinor]

This is an amazing product showcase and tutorial. Makes me want to buy one of these even more.

[@Noealz]

By far the most realistic and practical solo filmmaking guide : )

[@danielaudacious]

Out of all the videos that I've seen you had the best and most convincing one. Great job!

[@grooveecard]

Great video! Thank you so much for the info, and the way you presented it. Having the POV shot showing the Pocket 3 in action just before the actual footage from the Pocket 3--that's just great storytelling. New to the channel, and look forward to more great stories. Thanks, man!

[@theliftingnomad]

Amazing. Thank you for doing a complete product review but also some help with composition. This is what I'm looking for!

[@elliliveswhere]

Such a great video, learnt so much. Thankyou!

[@-windycitysammy-]

Just ordered mine! So excited!

[@mrsnack3118]

Best review/ad/tutorial. Very nicely done. Thanks

[@BobbyMacey]

Impressive vid. I like the tests that you put this through. Solid work and great overview. Thank you!

[@existential_]

Appreciate not only the review but the lessons on different shots, always teaching! Also appreciate the video quality as it's not over graded, under exposed, sharpened, lack of contrast/shadows as many other videos on the Pocket 3 has. It shows me that with proper use, the Pocket 3 can have a considerable quality difference compared to a phone.

[@postcardsfromgermany]

Thanks Brandon! I was waiting for that. I´m all in and this will be my new camera for walking vids and vlogs. I was happy with the Pocket 2, excited for version 3 now. 👍🏻

[@uncle.boonmee]

you literally answered every single question i had about this gadget on this video! thank you!!

[@Krishna.Kushwaha_]

I must say this is one of the best review video on pocket 3 showing what it is capable of!

[@ChrisLeePiano]

This was by far the most helpful video for me to decide on this camera. Thanks!

[@CHEFPKR]

Thanks for this Brandon! Absolutely getting this.

[@SoyDiegoo]

What an amazing video.. just what I needed! I’m definitely getting my own 📸

[@soundserenity6853]

What an excellent video. Everything I needed to know in one place with no bs. You’ve got a talent my friend.

[@photony]

Outstanding tutorial. Thanks!

[@sierra6music]

This vid was gold. Awesome techniques!

[@MitsySalomon]

This was awesome Brandon. Watched a few videos yesterday on this product & wasn’t ready to make the purchase until I saw your video. Thank you & thank you KZbin for the recommendation.

[@BroadcastFreelance]

Thanks for taking me back to HK while showing this fantastic product!

[@ItsApondi]

Just wanted to drop a huge thanks for sharing those DJI Pocket 3 tips! 🙌 I just got one myself and can't wait to see what it can do. Your insights are super helpful, and you've definitely gained a new subscriber here! Keep the awesome content coming! 😊

[@sizzlarr]

best testing video !!! thanks for all your work

[@nagoyaboya]

The low lux footage just blew my mind.. and my wallet just now. And thank you for the amazing tips as well!! The best.

[@outofthecommonphotography5503]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO!!! I have learned more than I ever knew about this camera. I plan on getting it. And now, because of you showing the features in such a great way, I plan on getting it sooner than later. Again, thank you!!!! SUBSCRIBED!!!

[@jasonffx01]

You are amazing. Unlike other product reviewer, your product review really sell the feature for osmo pocket. I watched some other amateur product reviewer, they just talk about the feature. You make me love filming again.

[@ThomasConover]

this is the first pocket gimble camera ive seen with great video quality, this is amazing.

[@truthfvl]

Best video of the pocket 3 I have seen thus far, thank you