DJI
Osmo Pocket 3
Pocket gimbal camera with 1-inch sensor, 4K 120p, and rotating 2-inch OLED screen.
$519
Launch priceReleased Oct 2023
Insta360
X6
Flagship 8K 360 camera with dual Sony 1/1.1-inch square sensors, native 8K50 and in-camera Dolby Vision, 120MP stills, 2.32-inch OLED, 140-minute 8K30 runtime, and 20m waterproofing.
$700
Launch priceReleased Aug 2026
X6 is 2.8 years newer.
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Wins
Osmo Pocket 3
Wins
X6
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 9.4 MP)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
- BX6 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 120 fps)
- BX6 has higher Battery capacity (2600 mAh vs 1300 mAh)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Osmo Pocket 3
34 × 140 × 42 mm
179 g (0.39 lb / 6.31 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X6
50 × 100 × 40 mm
196 g (0.43 lb / 6.91 oz)
Osmo Pocket 3 is 17mm narrower than X6 but it is also 40mm taller and 2mm thicker.
Osmo Pocket 3 is 17 g lighter than X6.
Depth (front-to-back): 42mm Osmo Pocket 3 · 40mm X6
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Osmo Pocket 3
34 × 140 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X6
50 × 100 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Osmo Pocket 3
34 × 42 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X6
50 × 40 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Osmo Pocket 3
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Osmo Pocket 3
Codecs
Adds H.264, HEVC
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 33.5, 139.7, 42.2
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better
Battery runtime
166 min vs 140 min — higher is better
Weight
179 g vs 196 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
X6
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Pet, Object
Codecs
Adds H.265
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, InstaFrame 2.0…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 50, 100, 40
Resolution
120 MP vs 9.4 MP — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X6 supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Weather sealing
Only X6 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 6,400
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Osmo Pocket 3
Pros
- ✓Built-in 3-axis gimbal
- ✓1-inch sensor
- ✓Creator-friendly
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Small sensor vs ILC
- –Accessory dependent
X6
Pros
- ✓Dual Sony 1/1.1-inch sensors (1-inch equivalent 360)
- ✓Native 8K50 + in-camera Dolby Vision / 10-bit I-Log
- ✓120MP 360 photos; 5K60 / 4K120 single-lens
- ✓2600mAh Xtreme Battery: 140 min 8K30
- ✓20m waterproof + replaceable Lens 2.0
Cons
- –$700 Standard Bundle vs cheaper 360 rivals
- –8K50, not 8K60 vs Osmo 360 II
- –47GB usable built-in storage vs DJI 105GB
- –360 footage still needs reframing
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, Osmo Pocket 3 or X6?
X6 scores 5.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Osmo Pocket 3 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Pocket 3 and X6?
Osmo Pocket 3 is 9.4 MP and X6 is 120 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Osmo Pocket 3 and X6?
Osmo Pocket 3 uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic).
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Pocket 3 and X6?
Osmo Pocket 3 weighs 179 g and X6 weighs 196 g, so the Osmo Pocket 3 is 17 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Pocket 3 and X6 record 4K video?
Osmo Pocket 3: 4K up to 60p. X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Osmo Pocket 3 and X6 weather sealed?
Osmo Pocket 3: No. X6: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
Osmo Pocket 3 is rated for about 166 minutes of continuous recording and X6 for about 140 minutes, giving the Osmo Pocket 3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo Pocket 3 launched at $519 and X6 at $700. The Osmo Pocket 3 is $181 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of DJI and Insta360 press materials.