DJIOsmo Pocket 3, Vlogging Cameras with 1'' CMOS & 4K/120fps Vlog Camera, 3-Axis Stabilization, Fast Focusing, Face/Object Tracking, Digital Vlogging Camera for YouTube

Pocket 3 is just in a class of it's own. This camera is a beast and is everything I hoped the 3 would be. It's really versatile and is handy for so many situations.Having a gimbal camera this small is just so handy. It's relatively low key and doesn't draw too much attention. While walking around It's easy to set and forget while recording thanks to the gimbal. The rotating screen is a much needed upgrade from the postage stamp size screen on the previous pockets. The screen also makes turning the pocket on and off super easy.If you're not in a situation that requires an action cam this is generally the best choice for an ultra portable handheld camera. Video quality is incredible, 4k 60 10bit is awesome, and it even does 120fps slow mo. The 1inch sensor does really well in low light and is even able to get some natural shallow depth of field, something an action cam won't ever give you. This is kinda the opposite of an action cam; it's got a really nice field of view that is a lot narrower than an action cam and has no fish eye at all, it's also really fragile and not waterproof. It's strengths are what tend to be an action cams weakness and vice versa.This thing is amazing for so many use cases. I don't vlog but it sure would be good at that, the camera can turn around and face you at the click of a button and will even get a little bit of boca behind you. It's great for travel, small and lightweight, you can get great video exploring and walking around and don't even have to pay much attention where you point it. The pocket 3 also works really well mounted on top of a mirrorless/DSLR, I used it to capture roving video while I focused on photography, But you could even use this on a video camera as an all in one "B Camera".This thing is just all around awesome and is an excellent addition to any video kit, beginner or pro.

I've had other mini-gimbal units and have to say the DJI just feels beefier and better. It focuses faster and just does everything else better. But - you HAVE to register it before the 5th use. If you don't, you have a paperweight until you do register it. So if you go on vacation with your new toy and have no internet, you are in trouble. This is my main complaint with every new DJI device.The app is not standards compliant and to get it to run is a bit tricky. If you already have it installed - I did - but it won't run - mine would not - you have to uninstall and download the APK from DJI using a QR code. You also have to change your security settings to allow the app to install. If you're into privacy or security, you will NOT like anything about the camera. After I went through all that on my Moto Edge 2023 the app ran fine. The first thing it did was download a firmware update. It works well and has very little lag. It uses an ad-hoc wifi network to connect to the phone, and it's all done with answering questions (allow to connect? etc.)Other stuff worth mentioning: The camera will power on and off when the screen is rotated. It's a battery hog. I went through 11% of the battery just setting it up and installing firmware. There's magnetic storage in the case for filters and a slide-in spot to keep their external mic. The "manual" reads like Ikea instructions and is all icons and arrows, and pretty useless. The included mount that snaps on the bottom is needed for using with a selfie stick or tripod, as there's no mounting threads on the gimbal - the threaded opening (1/4-20) is on the snap-on base. This also adds about 1 1/2" to the length. It's a combination of rubber, plastic and aluminum and is surprisingly heavy.The included case is handy, but does not cover the camera completely, and leaves the bottom and back totally exposed. It's not something I would just toss in a backpack or camera bag. You'll need to put it in a pouch or another case.Video quality is excellent, audio surprisingly good. The gimbal is FAST and there's a lot of features, from hyperlapse and timelapse, to 3x3 and 180 degree panoramic photos, although no 360 photos.Last night I shot some video at a 1920's themed dance. Very dark room, loud music with some heavy bass. I was amazed at the quality of the video and the clarity of the audio.

The review is for the camera itself. I don’t think I like what I paid for the camera. However, I won’t give it less than five stars. I’m 51 years old and I am about to be a vlogger on my travel around the world. I am not tech savvy, and I’m trying to teach myself how to work the camera. It was very annoying at first, but I caught on easily. So far so good.

I ordered two camera and waited for about 20 days. Or of the box is damaged a little bit but everything inside was fine. Pocket 3 is a must buy, the picture quality is so good for vlogging. It’s so convenient and portable for daily use. So far loving it! But this when it’s still in stock, or else the stock is so limited nowadays.

The product may deserve a 5 star rating, but the lack of robust user guide significantly detracts from the customer satisfaction experience. DJI provides NO user guide with the product. A very cryptic pictorial with absolutely no text description is ridiculously absurd for a very high priced camera to not include a hardcopy user guide in the package.Regardless of the online library of tutorial videos, the pace of the content is too fast for beginners to maintain comprehension, unless the user stops/pauses the video. A situation undesirable even by the most optimistic user.A 4 rating may just be too generous.

Even though the box it came it took a hit or two, the camera itself was perfect! I'm so happy I bought it before it jumped to $800 lmao