Osmo Pocket 3 vs iPhone 16 pro - Which Camera is Right For You?

[@SupersonicTraveller]

DJI Osmo Pocket 3 is way better in all the ways. I have tested it side by side with iPhone 16 Pro in a different condition, with Hohem gimbal for iPhone and without it. Iphone has a great quality, but DJI OP3 can be used as a cinematic camera. I have multiple reviews on my channel.

[@thefilmalliance]

I’ve found the same in most cases, but what about apple log?

[@SupersonicTraveller]

@ I have compared ProRes with D-Log. I am not an expert in a video editing. You guys are doing amazing job! But my point is that even with the log format OP3 looks less pixelized. And in the low light, of course, the image is falling apart less, than on iPhone.

[@benjaminzipser6021]

advertising your own videos on someone else's channel is a bad move bro.

[@1965Singaporean]

I think if mostly takes video go for OP3. If mainly take photos, any mobiles phone with decent photos quality will do. If seriously want better photos quality go for full frame camera. There no better camera or phone, only more suitable equipment base on one need.

[@bastian.michel]

​@@benjaminzipser6021the comment was absolutely valuable.

[@lvproductionsAR]

Thank You Joe!!! Your video on the OP3 was very helpful and informative. Great Job! I have mine coming in the mail on Wednesday! 🙏

[@thefilmalliance]

Oh nice, that's great. I'm happy for you. Your going to love it

[@Bestravelvideo]

Thanks again for providing the downloadable links for both camera samples so we can evaluate them. I still haven’t received my iPhone 16 Pro, I only own the Pocket 3 for now. To my eyes, based on your iPhone samples, there can never be a clear winner as we all have different needs from our devices, that’s why I intend to use both, depending on the scenario. I will mostly use these two devices for my YT channel and stock footage for various agencies. For commissioned works I will still mostly rely on my Sony mirrorless. Having also looked at the Sony A 6700 vs iPhone video, the Sony seems to have more video noise but a sharper (not over-sharpened) image and better quality, compared to the iPhone. Back to the iPhone vs Pocket 3, the iPhone (in the interior shot Log scenario) clearly has worse quality and more video noise and artefacts, compared to Pocket 3. Therefore for low light shots, the Pocket 3 is a winner. Then, being an ex-Broadcast TV video editor myself, if you are using audio, the iPhone might be a pain to synchronize, as (like all other mobile phones) it records in a frame range that always varies, compared to the always fixed frame rate of the Pocket 3. I will use the iPhone in Log for still video or panning shots. I use the Pocket 3 for walking and low-light shots. The iPhone (without a mobile gimbal) may produce jitter when walking, even in good light, while the Pocket 3 will not. On the other hand, the 10-bit 4:2:2 Log and higher bitrate of the iPhone will give better overall quality compared to the 10-bit 4:2:0 lower bitrate of the Pocket 3. That’s why I said I intend to use both. Finally, a tip for Pocket 3 users: The Osmo might shoot low-resolution photos but it still is an 1” sensor. So, shoot RAW and then enhance the resolution, using Photoshop!

[@linda_lawson]

That was a perfect summation.

[@MrJameric]

For under a 150 dollars you can get a hand held gimbal for your phone. The isteady v3 will do almost everything the pocket 3 can do if you use the app. Just my opinion

[@thelibrarian3734]

@@MrJameric yeah I’m visualising the size of an iPhone and a separate gimble and its sensor size right now compared to the op3🤔

[@hms350]

Solid piece, I was curious about the Osmo Pocket 3 and you provided good intel. I am holding this year and use a GoPro Hero 12 (primarily for cycling) and iPhone 15 Pro Max as the updates were relatively small. I am interested in a course on how to use my iPhone 15 Pro Max better for photo and video, have seen many KZbin videos and this a course will be more efficient and focused.

[@freshbeats2-1]

if it wasn’t you who edited this video, don’t fire whoever did…very well made video! Keep it up🔥

[@SkyVisionStudiosLLC]

Great review! I love my pocket 3. Overall I liked the pocket 3 better. However, sometimes the sky looked better on the iPhone with these shots. I prefer to have a dedicated camera for client work versus a phone. I’ve used a phone before but I would rather use a dedicated camera.

[@butterKombucha]

The two uses are completely different, but the gimbal functionality of the Pocket3 and the feeling from the 1-inch sensor still seem to be difficult for the iPhone to keep up with.

[@superlouie]

Great review. Thank you for that. I wonder which one is more suitable to shoot cooking video indoor.

[@franklinpark4475]

Amazing review on the videocamera aspect. But, you are missing a key component where the iPhone blows away the OP3, which is in still camera photos. OP3's camera for stills is terrible. Video for video, OP3 wins hands down though.

[@fchernyak]

Please make that video showing best way to setup iPhone 16pro camera…low light and high exposure…maybe even thru 3rd party app like DJI or Blackmagic…and discuss ProRes. I have an external ssd for ProRes filming but what platform can I upload those films too? KZbin, instagram? I dont think neither actually. Thanks for great informative content !

[@CAMTechChris]

Awesome video, as usual! Do you mind sharing the video editing overlay that you used to frame the video clips. It looks amazing!

[@Schmiddy]

what would you pick if you were a cooking creator? Mostly shorts for now, but long form later?

[@kaseekortiz]

This was a solid comparison.

[@georgeandsuzy]

Great comparison video. I shoot vlogs (most of which are unlisted and just for family, but I still want them to look as good as possible). I need to be able to run and gun. And even though the OP3 is and small and lightweight, I always have my phone on me. I have a question about shooting in LOG. When I go on a trip, I’ll shoot anywhere from 100 - 500 shots that I’ll use to make a vlog. I can’t shoot 500 shots in LOG. Is it possible to shoot only 20-30 shots in LOG (the most cinematic ones, low light, golden hour, etc) and then edit those into a vlog with shots that are not shot in LOG? Will it look completely out of place? I’m trying to dip my toes into shooting in LOG but I know I can’t shoot an entire trip with it. This is the reason I’ve been avoiding it for so long. Any thoughts or ideas would be greatly appreciated!

[@IbrahimFromKarachi]

I just got my OP3 yesterday in Pakistan 🇵🇰 I create travel vlogs and I used OSMO ACTION 4 for literally everything and I am a fan of OA4 its really handy rough and tough camera. The only issues I faced while filming with OA4 that it cannot follow me and the low light performance is not that good. Lets see how quickly I will learn filming from my Osmo Pocket 3. Thanks for sharing this video ❤

[@rafiahmed8473]

Do you use screen protector or lens protector on action 4?

[@IbrahimFromKarachi]

@rafiahmed8473 no, I dont use anything.

[@bastian.michel]

Pocketfan since version 1. I predict the Dji Pocket will make a big impact on the camera market. Its the first version which delivers a 70-80% quality of a dslm. Which often is enough to replace it. Since the Pocket 3 a lot of my gear stays at home. This will be a shift in how people use cameras.

[@binteriorarchitech665]

For interior and exterior project videos which is the best camera (iPhone 16 Pro Max with Gimble or Osmo Pocket3) please suggest me

[@artnelsoncreative]

Excellent extensive comparison. I would be interested in learning the difference between the 2 when editing footage and cropping in. In my experience, neither camera's footage looks that great when cropping in due to the smaller sensor size.

[@Goxilla]

Can you do an overheating test on the DJI Action 5 Pro? I heard that it doesn't overheat anymore at 4k60 and I wonder how long it lasts at 4k120

[@alexaddonizio]

At 17:45 you mentioned viewing the iPhone footage with your Apple Watch. I’ve tried this many times and it’s really finicky because the dial on the watch also acts as the zoom. If you leave the camera monitor app on your watch it will also close the camera app on the phone. I don’t recommend it

[@artnelsoncreative]

I've had the similar issues with the Apple Watch- sometimes it works to display the camera image, and sometimes I can't get it to display the image.

[@NaifRumayli]

Went with the iphone and dji action 5 pro for vlogging and all tge crazy thing I can do with it.

[@pwks8888]

For me personally, it's the phone. Coz when travelling I would like one device to not just take photos and videos, but a device that can also make payments, have a digital wallet for tickets funds etc, make bookings, upload instantly to all platforms etc etc

[@robbygill824]

Hi I have a question I need a new camera and I’m trying to decide between the Sony a6700 and the Fujifilm X-H2 I seriously love the Fujifilm look, quality and everything about that camera my only concern is the auto focus I’m seeing so many bad things about it I saw a video saying it’s worse than my current a6000 I’m fine with changing my ecosystem because currently I only have the two kit lenses and I’m gonna buy new lenses if I get the a6700 too so it’s fine with me switching to Fujifilm I do about 60 to 70% photography and 30 to 40% Videography My work is semi professional for photography I do Wildlife, Landscape, Portrait, Everyday Street Photography, Astrophotography, Macro, Plants And want to try Plane Spotting and Car Photography then for videography i will be doing Commercials, Short Films, Trailers, concert videography, Vlogging, Social Media also none of this is fully professional client work This is more like a semi professional type of thing. I love both of these cameras, but I really want the Fujifilm I don’t care as long as it’s reliable autofocus as long as it can match my A6000 specially in video subject tracking I’m fine I’ll deal with it because I love everything else about that camera too much but if the autofocus is worse than the a6000 then I’ll have to go to my second option the a6700 which is fine cause I love that camera too, and I seriously love the auto framing in video but still the quality and the Fujifilm look😭

[@gordon3988]

I just find that often an iPhone video or photo (less so) looks a bit artificial, whereas a camera like OP3 tends to be more realistic. If doing a simple talking head video who really cares. I have had quite a few photos and videos I’ve used off an iPhone (not 16, but increase seems incremental to me) simply because it was easy to pull out and use…hard to beat that, but if I want the best a camera almost always can be better, but takes more to set up and you will pay a lot more in most cases. The OP3 seems like a great video tool, but I really dislike the form factor. I’ve used a friends and just simply dislike ‘filming’ on a stick; but it works so well! Most folks would be happy with either (or an earlier version of the iPhone) for most uses. So well covered here!

[@thefilmalliance]

Thanks for your input. It’s interesting. So you prefer the iPhone 16 Pro over the Osmo Pocket 3 when it comes to form factor?

[@gordon3988]

@ strangely yes..still prefer a standard shaped camera overall though.

[@thefilmalliance]

Oh okay, the iPhone 16 Pro slips out of my hand to much

[@Luka_Film]

купи Vivo x200 pro

[@Agentvasilev]

has anyone tried filming food content with the DJI ? I am planning to buy a pocket 3 but not Sure how it will do with food/cooking videos for my clients

[@slarti42uk]

I dont think I'd agree with the audio conclusion, the pocket 3 seemed way clearer with better background and echo rejection in the clips you played. What am i missing??

[@sheikhjamiralam2580]

Currently looking to buy a beginner camera for photography and a bit of videography. Which should I buy Canon r50 or Sony zv-e10?

[@simplyinky]

I have Sony cameras, but the camera streaming with the phone never works. Go with a canon.

[@UnboxingCaveman]

Hi, is there a reason why you don't compare iphone with a galaxy?

[@TheCristolShow]

great video and nice examples. Thank you for the time to make this

[@unelkermaoga7916]

Super helpful video. Thank you.

[@BoredInIt]

Thank you for all your reviews. Keep them coming:) I recently got Iphone 16 pro as I was due the phone upgrade otherwise was considering OP3. What setting would you suggest for recording (yourself) running vlog? I tried cinematic, 4k60fps 1x and 0.5 and I cannot decide on which one is better. Would you have different setting for low light? I probably won't be able to use proRes since I will be running and having external sd won't work. Any chance Black camera app automatically saves the files to iCloud?

[@thefilmalliance]

Hey there I’d go with the 1x lens cinematic for vlogging 4k 24 FPS. I don’t think the black magic camera app has cloud settings like that.

[@888berg]

*Is it just me, I seriously preferred CAM A (iPhone) looked way more cinematic*

[@thefilmalliance]

Please explain why. Was it the colors?

[@888berg]

*@@thefilmalliance Just look... @1:17 @1:35 Cam A looks more cinematic... deeper more polished image, and yes colours appear better too. Also @2:03, and a great one to show off CAM A is @2:19.... waaaay better !!!*

[@LofiHopix]

You know, I appreciate the time and effort you put into getting that review checked mark. Based on a magazine-style approach its the perfect video😅. But I think what viewers really want is an experience based on different scenarios and a comparison video that clearly shows which camera does what. That way, it feels less like advertising! If I were to make an AI video, it would look exactly like this! 😂 Instead of quickly saying the words and showing small clips next to each other, you'd really need to show full screen and in-depth

[@letran-kz7pw]

One of the most interesting camera reviewers in the world ❤

[@thefilmalliance]

Thanks, do you own the Osmo Pocket 3 or the iPhone 16 Pro ?

[@letran-kz7pw]

@@thefilmalliance Iphone sir

[@jeffreyacosta3356]

What about photos? Can OP3 match iphone 16 pro?

[@robpastore]

What do you think about the Insta360 Ace Pro 2, how does it compare to this two devices, or is it even worth to bring it to the comparison. It’s cheaper though. I really appreciate your content.

[@thefilmalliance]

Thanks, I’m not sure bc I’ve never shot with that camera. I think I need to get my hands on it

[@aevai]

Shooting Apple Log in h.265 to reduce file size seems like a good solution. But how much quality is lost? Does it make grading a lot harder?

[@thefilmalliance]

Not much quality is lost and grading is not harder. It’s a great solution for me. Do you own the iPhone 16 Pro ?

[@lvproductionsAR]

I rarely read comments and reviews, but I feel this video has changed my mind about reading comments. Thank you to everyone in the comments for sharing your thoughts on the DJI OP3.

[@thefilmalliance]

Did you pick up the Osmo Pocket 3 ?

[@TwoTimesRmedia]

Great video. I've been wanting an OP3 for a while.

[@thefilmalliance]

Hey there, thanks, you will love it. I’ve could use the Osmo Pocket 3 for almost everything

[@TwoTimesRmedia]

@thefilmalliance mainly for tracking me at a solo shooter.

[@thefilmalliance]

Ah, nice

[@AlbinSahovic]

What about Beast Grip and their lenses

[@alfredoloaiza1186]

OP3 can be used as PTZ in a small studio?

[@thefilmalliance]

Good call but I would give the Osmo Pocket 3 proper lighting.

[@pinoyhalo-halochannel7451]

The Iphone can’t used outside for long because of high temperatures. While the other can used for longer taking videos. So San ka ka pa nobility’s na ako ng pocket DJI 3..

[@thefilmalliance]

I understand what you’re saying. Both cameras are for different people. Which was your favorite? The iPhone 16 Pro or the Osmo Pocket 3?

[@isaiahwright2091]

Hey man! I ended up grabbing the fx30 and I’m struggling with grainy footage. I’ve been using the base iso’s and I have a sigma 16 f1.4. Not really sure what I’m doing wrong. I’ve been shooting in slog3 and I’ve been overexposing my video like most KZbin vids say to do. If you have any tips that would be great!

[@thefilmalliance]

Hey there, please don’t overexpose your s log footage with the FX30. Try exposing at 0.0. I was getting that noisy footage as well until I started exposing even. Also Cine2 may be a better option. Less noise and way easier to grade. The final piece of advice is if you are shooting in a-log3 then don’t shoot in auto white balance. Lock it in place

[@isaiahwright2091]

@@thefilmalliancethanks man! This has really helped!

[@mole1596]

I notice that (ironically) the iPhone can have stronger bokeh when you're holding both at an arm's length, which is because the 1x camera framing is much tighter compared to the Osmo. However, to match the framing (due to the huge difference in focal length) you must go physically closer with the Osmo, and THEN I'm assuming the Osmo is going to have stronger bokeh? It's a bit hard to tell by the shots in this video.

[@thefilmalliance]

Yes all true, I noticed this in the vlog and overhead product shots. You broke it down perfectly. Do you have the iPhone 16 Pro or the Osmo Pocket 3 ?

[@mole1596]

@@thefilmalliance No, I was actually asking you. Lol. But it seems like we're on the same page. I plan on getting the Osmo for shooting comedy gigs at small bars/rooms.

[@thefilmalliance]

Oh sorry ha, nice Okay. As long as the area is lit well, which I’m sure it is you should be good to go with the Osmo Pocket 3. If your into comedy have you seen Mark Bennetts videos?

[@mole1596]

@@thefilmalliance No! I see he's a comedy x camera nerd. Probably a good idea to ask him for tech recs. I already have the Hollyland M2 mic set, so I'd go for the Osmo if I find a good offer on eBay. The Combo just went back to €650, which is a bit too much (was €540).

[@mole1596]

@@thefilmalliance Or I might go with the ZV-E10 for the audio recording flexibility and longevity (battery never really dies and stuff).

[@jaymills1720]

10/10 times I preferred the iPhone.

[@thefilmalliance]

Oh wow nice

[@jaymills1720]

@ hahah yea totally 😂 the log footage had a warmer tone that felt more movie like than the cold of OP3. Put the iPhone on a MagSafe attachment to a selfie stick and a perfect vlog but honestly I’ve not seen anyone walking and talking much in any video. Most are static talking heads.

[@NothingInLife12]

No, camera always better thn. Mobile camera, there is no comparison especially in video quality in osmo 3

[@tek_soup]

i picked correct, it was the sky shot, that told me, it was a iphone. i do own both.

[@thefilmalliance]

Wow, you could tell the difference by the sky color? I saw a difference but didn’t know which one was which. Great eye

[@tek_soup]

@@thefilmalliance thanks, i got lucky, very sharp eyes, but downfall, is, i can't stand daylight. Great Video, do the iphone course, thank you!

[@thefilmalliance]

Thank you, okay will have to do that. Appreciate the feedback

[@juanmarianososa]

I have both and love the quality, The Iphone 16 pro is having a issue with the tele lens 5x when having stabilization on, i move the camera and the it "jumps" the image (it does it with blackmagic and apple app) anyone is having the same problem?

[@thefilmalliance]

I do notice that as well. I try only using the 1x lens

[@juanmarianososa]

@@thefilmalliance i hope that they fix it on a firmware update! Cool video mate! This channel was a great factor on my decision to buy the OPIII

[@thefilmalliance]

Nice awesome. Happy I could help.

[@mavickd]

Osmo is the best

[@thefilmalliance]

Thanks Mavic, Love my Osmo Pocket 3. Do you own one?

[@Ibz87]

Can’t beat the pocket 3.

[@Sathun-13345]

2:29 Iphone 15pro wrong,correct Iphone 16pro

[@joeynewson2571]

Saying pick up the OP2 over the OP3 in any capacity is crazy work 😅

[@awesomebeans7108]

I couldn't decide between both, so I got both of them. 😆

[@Discovercheri]

getting my dji tomorrow and i have iphone 15pro max and 12 Pro. will drop a comparison on my channel.

[@thefilmalliance]

Nice good stuff

[@wkl6432]

The iPhone's color looks more natural to my eye. DJI's color is a bit cold.

[@Sathun-13345]

DJI OP3 is the Beast.

[@TreyWaylifeboy91]

On my way get iPhone 16 pro today still on iPhone 13 rgt now

[@thefilmalliance]

You’re going to love it. Do you also own the Osmo Pocket 3 ?

[@linda_lawson]

I think that was pretty even-handed review.

[@thefilmalliance]

Thanks for the feedback. What camera did you think had better image quality? The iPhone 16 Pro or the Osmo Pocket 3?

[@uptowndisco2]

Most people will own both , you cannot do away with a phone when using the Pocket 3 .

[@AI3Dorinte]

it's iphone all the way for me

[@ryanwinchester3864]

4K 120 OP3? Oh yeah? Where’s that lol

[@frogcubes]

second

[@thefilmalliance]

Second reply

[@frogcubes]

@@thefilmalliance lol

[@Artopolo]

Apple Watch shuts down if not on hand in few minutes, so that’s not an option…

[@thatchinaboi1]

14BIT 4K DNG RAW (4:2:2) Videos on Motioncam using Xiaomi 14 Ultra (14 stops of dynamic range) SHITS on ProRes shot on Apple 16 Max.

[@JoshWilliams-mf9fc]

iPhone is a joke compared to osmo

[@dayeah765caoni3]

With the same amount of fund, I can get a vivo x100 ultra AND a po3. The combo EATS ip16 for snack

[@thefilmalliance]

That would be a sweet combo. Do you own the Osmo Pocket 3 ?

[@lanzztorress]

for sure osmo is superior in cam quality. but great comparison man 🫡

[@thefilmalliance]

Thanks Lanzz, yes, I love the Osmo Pocket 3

[@lanzztorress]

@@thefilmalliance just wanted to say i appreciate your content on the OG ZVE10 man. you and mark bennett are the two main reasons why i picked the ZVE10. all love man

[@thefilmalliance]

Nice thanks man. Yes MB is awesome