DJI
Osmo Action 3
Rugged 1/1.7-inch action camera with 4K 120p, dual touchscreens, RockSteady stabilization, and 16m waterproofing without a case.
$329
Released Sep 2022
DJI
Osmo Pocket 3
Pocket gimbal camera with 1-inch sensor, 4K 120p, and rotating 2-inch OLED screen.
$519
Released Oct 2023
Osmo Pocket 3 is 1.1 years newer.
Wins
Osmo Action 3
Wins
Osmo Pocket 3
6 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BOsmo Pocket 3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
- AOsmo Action 3 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- AOsmo Action 3 has higher Resolution (12 MP vs 9.4 MP)
- BOsmo Pocket 3 has higher ISO max (native) (16,000 vs 12,800)
- AOsmo Action 3 has lower Weight (145 g vs 179 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Osmo Action 3
71 × 44 × 33 mm
145 g (0.32 lb / 5.11 oz)
Osmo Pocket 3
140 × 42 × 34 mm
179 g (0.39 lb / 6.31 oz)
Osmo Action 3 is 69mm narrower and 1mm thinner than Osmo Pocket 3 but it is also 2mm taller.
Osmo Action 3 is 34 g lighter than Osmo Pocket 3.
Depth (front-to-back): 33mm Osmo Action 3 · 34mm Osmo Pocket 3
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 Action 3
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 70.5, 44.2, 32.8
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds HEVC
Weather sealing
Only Osmo Action 3 supports it
Resolution
12 MP vs 9.4 MP — higher is better
Weight
145 g vs 179 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Osmo Pocket 3
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 139.7, 42.2, 33.5
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
ISO max (native)
16,000 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 6 fps
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 15 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 60 frames
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 200 Mbps
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 640 shots
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Osmo Action 3
Pros
- ✓4K 120p
- ✓Dual touchscreens
- ✓16m waterproof without case
- ✓RockSteady and HorizonSteady
Cons
- –Older than Action 4/5 Pro
- –Small action-cam sensor
- –Fixed ultra-wide lens
Osmo Pocket 3
Pros
- ✓Built-in 3-axis gimbal
- ✓1-inch sensor
- ✓Creator-friendly
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Small sensor vs ILC
- –Accessory dependent
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for travel, Osmo Action 3 or Osmo Pocket 3?
Osmo Action 3 scores 7.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for Osmo Pocket 3 — 145g — ultralight for all-day carry.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Action 3 and Osmo Pocket 3?
Osmo Action 3 is 12 MP and Osmo Pocket 3 is 9.4 MP, so the Osmo Action 3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Osmo Action 3 and Osmo Pocket 3 have in-body image stabilization?
Osmo Action 3 does not have IBIS, while osmo Pocket 3 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Osmo Action 3 or the Osmo Pocket 3?
Osmo Action 3 reaches 15 fps electronic. Osmo Pocket 3 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Action 3 and Osmo Pocket 3?
Osmo Action 3 weighs 145 g and Osmo Pocket 3 weighs 179 g, so the Osmo Action 3 is 34 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Action 3 and Osmo Pocket 3 record 4K video?
Osmo Action 3: 4K up to 120p. Osmo Pocket 3: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Osmo Action 3 and Osmo Pocket 3 weather sealed?
Osmo Action 3: Yes. Osmo Pocket 3: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Osmo Action 3 and 640 shots for the Osmo Pocket 3, giving the Osmo Pocket 3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo Action 3 launched at $329 and Osmo Pocket 3 at $519. The Osmo Action 3 is $190 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.