DJI Pocket 3 Low Light Test VS Pocket 2 VS Full Frame Camera

[@StefanMalloch]

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[@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.

[@Avsenev]

Hi Stefan! Which AI tool have you been using to translate the video?

[@Avsenev]

oh i just realized that you have not translated the video - it was translated by youtube! what a surprise

[@YourTechGuide.]

*WOW im impressed how close the video quality is to the Sony in a compact size. I just came back from my Asia trip and brought the Sony a7iv. When I was in my trip I didn’t even use the Sony as it was too big and heavy to bring along. I wish the pocket 3 came out early. Will definitely get ride of my other Sony cameras to buy this.*

[@StefanMalloch]

Imagine 10 years from now!

[@The_SemperFiGuy]

Great video Stefan. Thanks for taking the time to produce and put this video up for all of us. The Pocket 3 is undeniably the easiest camera to take on a trip or even for local walkabouts. The 1" sensor makes all of the difference in the world. I have the Pocket 2 also and really like it, notwithstanding the small screen. It still served me well for 3 years. Now it's taking a back seat to the Pocket 3. Thanks again for your efforts in getting this video to us. SemperFiGuy - Largo, FL USA

[@DerrickW30]

Good video. I wanted a Pocket 2 in the past but that small screen was just too small for me. Bought the Pocket 3 locally right away when it was announced. That larger screen is so much nicer to use. And the rotating screen is a nice choice by DJI. So my four favorite things about it are the larger screen, larger sensor, gimbal performance and still pocketable. And it's SO easy to taking along with you.

[@StefanMalloch]

Agree, huge upgrade!

[@jorgenudvang3507]

If one can live with the 20mm FOV, the difference between the Pocket 3 and the Sony is only of academic interest. The Sony plus lens plus gimbal is around 2 kg. The Pocket 3 is less than 200 grams. Easy choice.

[@AutoAuctionRebuilds]

15mm if you add on the wide angle adapter to the Pocket 3

[@markshirley01]

Agreed - if they could have had a dual lens setup say a 35mm it would be a fantastic product. But 20mm for so many things is just to wide

[@MVREMD1]

Hell no it’s not, you just can’t see it on KZbin compression lol

[@alvarobernalalejandre6130]

Fully agree. Simplicity is bliss 🙏. It’ll be next camera besides my current insta360 and iphone 11. In fact, I was thinking to buy iphone 15 pro max but watching the dji low light performance, the die is cast😅

[@comdnoive]

@@MVREMD1If the differences fade away with compression then that's even more of a reason to like the Pocket. If you're just gonna make KZbin videos then you don't need a professional camera.

[@flippit2260]

Great video Stefan, very informative!

[@AlfredStoppels]

Good comparison, thnx. Hope they put the Pocket 3 sensor in the Action 5 , how awesome would that be!

[@ericchen1205]

Great video - Question - for purpose of creating cinematic video, how would you compare the ability for pocket3 to create dramatic bokeh effect compared with the high end or professional camera?

[@StefanMalloch]

It doesn't compare.. The bokeh from a fast prime is on another level. Different tools for different jobs.

[@silasschramm]

For the pocket 3, did you shoot in normal color mode, hlg or Log, and do they handle low light scenarios differently?

[@GeekLevelAsian]

do you find that it's almost too wide for shots? Or can you zoom in more?

[@alono4473]

Great video! Question, since this Pokcet 3 has low light function, how does it performs when for example shooting real estate videos when a house, room, etc is quite dark? I'm just starting up shooting real estate videos and I'm using DJI Osmo 5 with my iPhone but when a room has low light there is noise and don't like how it looks in post. So do you think Pocket 3 will do the job when I have low light issues with my iPhone? Thanks in advance!!

[@edwardrodriguez8642]

Thanks for this review. Would you consider it for use inside a studio teaching in front of a digital whiteboard? If so, what would be a way to get hdmi out? Thank you!

[@NetvoTV]

Is there a way to attach Pocket 3 onto forehead to record marathon pov or have to get Action 4 for that?

[@StefanMalloch]

I haven't seen an accessory like that yet and for running and whatnot you might be better off with an action cam. (Action 4)

[@davidvictory9764]

how does it compare to a gh5 with a f2.8 lens?

[@pictureworldphotography]

I like the size comparison at 40sec, just shows you how tiny the pocket 2 screen really is, the pocket 3 screen looks massive compared to the old one. nice video.

[@MrDogtown22]

Can you lock the shutter speed to what you want?

[@NetvoTV]

Is there attachment tele lens for DJI Pocket 3?

[@StefanMalloch]

I don't believe so.

[@Ozpeter]

DJI have said that they don't intend to make one, as it would need too much glass to be light enough for the gimbal motors. As far as I am aware, there are no long lenses available for any of the 5 gimbal cameras I own. Gulp.

[@babyboy1971]

Great review. Question: I just bought a go pro hero 12 and I love it. My first GoPro. I was considering getting a gimbal for it, but the pocket 2 can be had now for about twice the price of the gimbal. Any thoughts on whether you think the pocket 2 is worth it in 2024? It’s under $300 now and readily available. I’m mostly going to use it alongside my hero 12, but for lower light conditions. I know the pocket three has great low light capability, but it looks like the pocket two is no slouch in low light. I would love your thoughts. Do you think it’s worth it in 2024 since it’s under $300 now?

[@StefanMalloch]

Still totally capable! Its actually quite a bit smaller that the Pocket 3 if size is an issues for you. I happen to have one with all the bells and whistles + filters, etc I'd let go to an awesome subscriber for a deal if shipping isn't too bad. Shoot me an email if interested. 😎

[@BlairAir]

Afyer 3 generations, DJI has pulled a good device together in this format. The sensor... I was going to say "size bump" -but this is an order of magnitude bump" - and getting wireless integrated without "doodle handles" 😂 and getting tracking right... ahhh its good when stuff works. Thanks for taking a few cycles off and getting it (mostly) right DJI!

[@miguelmercedez7771]

Hi! I would like to know if i plug it into a socket will it continued to record until space runs out in the sd card? thanks

[@POVwithRC]

I'm curious as to whether you have any idea about what that dedicated night mode modifies. Is it just running an internal log conversion pipeline or playing with shutter and iso a bit?

[@StefanMalloch]

I'm guessing it uses some kind of software noise reduction. etc.

[@MollyFitzBrown]

Wow, the 3 looks nice and much better than the 2 in low light!

[@artistjoh]

I am a big user of the Pocket series. Can't afford to get the 3 yet, so use the 1 and 2. I still like the 1 because of the longer focal length. The ultra-wide focal length is the biggest limitation of the 2. Going wide is often wanted, but going longer is needed just as often. The 26mm equivalent on the 1 is a nice compromise for my liking.

[@jeremiggy]

Idem, j'ai été déçu de la focale en passant de 1 au 2. Pour le moment le 3 je le trouve vraiment trop cher.

[@Ozpeter]

Thanks - some thought-provoking and carefully done tests.

[@LizzDimaano]

Great comparison and video! Thanks for sharing ☺️

[@ididitfinallythankyou]

Thanks for the side by side comparison. 👍

[@SuperVokan]

It would be nice if ND filters were available for purchase.

[@Ozpeter]

They are from a number of different manufacturers.

[@SuperVokan]

@@Ozpeter You couldnt find them anywhere a couple weeks ago unless you ordered with a Dec delivery date.

[@Ozpeter]

@@SuperVokan I was lucky. Mine from the "Neewer" brand arrived in 24 hours. And of course, the sun has not appeared since then!

[@FTA-1961]

​ Good comparison. Thanks!

[@StefanMalloch]

Glad it was helpful!

[@hexiy_dev]

I'm thinking of buying pocket 3 for concert videography and having it track the performer, anyone using it like that? To track other people in a flashing lights+lowlight environment?

[@lancesay]

thanks for doing this, i am buying p3.

[@joshuafcenters]

How do you color grade with a pocket 3 and a7iv? What do three settings need to be when filming?

[@StefanMalloch]

What you saw was SOOC but you can shoot in 10 bit with both. Colors won't be exact but you will have flexibility in post.

[@DoKaTS]

@@StefanMalloch what means sooc?

[@JamieFurlong]

​@@DoKaTSstraight out of the camera

[@AleliFaith_Photography]

How did you solve the flickering?

[@Lee-haw]

Set the frame rate and shutter speed According to light refresh rate, in Europe the electricity is 50hz, so make the frame rate at 25 to have no flicker.

[@intrametaarchi1015]

Thanks. Plz, could you compare color accuracy between the pocket 3 and the Sony. Additionally, it's color coverage would be an interesting fact to know. In terms of Adobe Rgb, DCI-P3, and BT.2020. Thanks.

[@andreasoberg2021]

Nice! When analyzing iso performance I think it is helpful to show the results in 100% crop. Im watching at my phone so it is hard to see the difference

[@EA-58]

For the upgrade? the p3 is not worth the money compared the p2

[@tammanaq]

Is it true that you can't use the DJI Pocket unless you create an account and accept data sharing?

[@DDHDTV]

What abouy the DJI vs an iPhone 15 ?

[@StefanMalloch]

When I start getting sent $2k phones every year I throw them in comparisons. For now, its one every 3 or 4 years for me lol

[@Brightsider1]

The comparison between the 2 pocket cameras is good but throwing the A7IV into the mix seems a bit random.

[@Ozpeter]

I think it gives a basic standard for comparisons. I was often told that when you go into a hifi store (remember those?) to buy a pair of loudspeakers, first spend some time listening to the most expensive pair in the shop. Then listen to the ones you, and your wallet, are actually interested in. That way you have a point of reference for your ears, and you've also got the full attention of the salesperson, who might think it's the most expensive ones you are thinking of buying...

[@conradomedia]

Good work bro

[@AjaySingh-228]

DJI pocket cameras are really amazing.. easy to handle and video quality is amazing too..I pocket 3 because of its big screen and video quality bro ❤

[@StefanMalloch]

Pretty impressive isn't it!

[@AjaySingh-228]

@@StefanMalloch ya it is😀

[@Sandeep_Sengupta]

My goodness. All these reviews were getting on my nerves. Everyone using the pocket for outdoor shoot. Even a 300 dollar phone will perform well in the light. I so badly wanted a studio test and you started your video with that. Perfect. In case you have the Sony ZV1, I think you could compare the two, in studio lights ZV1 is what I use to shoot all my videos

[@StefanMalloch]

They both have a 1" sensor so should be somewhat comparable. I don't have the ZV1 but can try to get my hands on one for a comparison.

[@asmr_rico]

买Pocket3，强烈推荐

[@festudio999]

Happy by your video ❤️

[@ivanriobla]

That Sony Full Frame Camera in the hands of amateurs or not qualify hands its going to be horrible, the OP3 is a professional tool in the right hands, lets keep it real

[@creativeyoutubertamil]

Bro osmo giveaway announcement

[@StefanMalloch]

DJI cancelled my affiliate account last year and ignores me lol. If they ever acknowledge my existence Ill try to partner on some giveaways.

[@marekfoto8285]

Pocket 3 or smartfon?

[@StefanMalloch]

Pocket 3 is far superior.

[@hongkongcitywalk]

❤ Thank you 😊

[@arnisbrown5848]

Look at the Pocket 2 still punch at a fraction of the cost. Nothing comes close at its price point.

[@mousepotatop9767]

The Pocket 2 still looks good IMO. Of course the larger sensor is better, but the whole package is bigger and more noticeable for stealth shooting. Most people don't shoot much in super low light, which I think the Pocket 2 has been great for those walking type videos. I shot a Paris Christmas market with the P2 and wide angle lens and it was great. Super low light is an extreme case and not a good way to judge the other 90% of normal usage. Anyways, these are niche products.

[@jesusgjchuza6491]

Nice

[@JaketheMotorhead]

I'll just take the a7iv off your hands since it's getting into the competition uninvited.

[@cvsdigital]

'It's not the plane - it's the pilot' ....however, the Pocket 3 appears to be a great plane!

[@importon]

A little disappointing that all the full frame comparisons were in studio

[@J-Young_photography]

I only use pocket 1,2 for time-lapse only. The rest is only so so

[@stkuj]

You forgot to include the iPhone 15 Pro LOL

[@smartphonefan5226]

The DJI Pocket 3 beats the iPhone 15 Pro’s video on the main camera. The only advantage the iPhone 15 Pro has is the 3x optical zoom.

[@asmr_rico]

iPhone夜晚拍摄sucks

[@CO8848_2]

Still a crap image, not really better than the iphone, so why bother? I'd rather use Sony zv-e10. And it's fixed aperture, so you have to resort to stupid ISO.

[@asmr_rico]

The nighttime video quality of iPhone 15 is very poor, while Pocket 3 is much better.

[@CO8848_2]

@@asmr_rico nighttime I use a7iv and 35mm f1.4. Pocket 3 us still garbage image at night time.

[@showingYOUtheworld]

Huge Dji scandal is about to come: A defect batch of Dji P3 for the customers in Europe. As I see, No problems with the P3 for the customers in usa,but we here are again pretty much fucked. Discrimination on steroids ! Thank you dji👎👎👎 Today I returned my pocket 3 back ! Overheating problems. I tried to do a 4K 60fps HDR video and my camera stopped working after less than 15min.! UNEXEPTABLE Dji ! Totally UNEXEPTABLE 👎👎👎

[@POVwithRC]

*Unacceptable

[@love4life22]

Returned mine too. I made my own test, put it on the desk and filmed my TV in 4K60 with no gimbal move at all. Room temperature was 21.5 grad celsius and recording stopped after 32 minutes. What if I'd like to film in Vegas and really make use of the gimbal as well while walking? Will it overheat in 15 or20 minutes? I am a huge Pocket fan but this is not worable at all. :(

[@StefanMalloch]

Sorry to hear. Hope they can figure that out asap!

[@Ozpeter]

Fixed (according to users on the DJI forums) with a firmware update. But EU users have a problem with overheating with many cameras because the EU requires the camera to not go above a surprisingly low temperature, compared to non-EU countries.

[@BarryMaskell]

My pocket 3 only goes to 3200

[@StefanMalloch]

Make sure the software is up to date.

[@SKYLIMI]

I can't stand it DJ P3 is everywhere, even in the toilet... how to shine on the internet, make a video about dji a3 and flush sh...t.

[@greggh]

You don't even have to go full frame. You can put these toys up against the cheapest aps-c, and it would be night and day.

[@himangshumahanta5398]

For a "toy" the Pocket 3 has exceptional video quality.

[@POVwithRC]

Are they really 'toys' though?

[@greggh]

@@POVwithRC Compared to an aps-c. Yes. But, they're very nice toys. Personally I don't have a use for them. If I want something better than an action cam I'll go with the smallest cheapest aps-c and a small cheap gimbal.

[@greggh]

@@himangshumahanta5398 Not compared to the cheapest aps-c. Even the ZV1 with its also 1" sensor is much better with its Leica zoom lens. Pair it with a $100 small gimbal and you actually have a real camera setup for what..._$200 more? And this "Pocket" is a heck of a lot bigger than an action cam. And try throwing it around and stuff it in your coat pocket and see how long it takes before the gimbal mechanism breaks.

[@POVwithRC]

​​@@gregghI'll have to say you are incorrect. APSC is better at certain things, but that does not make these toys. Saying they are is about as gatekeepy and illogical as me telling you your Crane M3 and ZV are toys while standing behind my FX3 and RS3 pro. Which I would not do.