DJI
Osmo Nano
Ultra-compact modular action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 35MP stills, 4K 60p video, 4K 120fps slow motion, and a Multifunctional Vision Dock.
$299
Launch priceReleased Sep 2025
DJI
Osmo Pocket 3
Pocket gimbal camera with 1-inch sensor, 4K 120p, and rotating 2-inch OLED screen.
$519
Launch priceReleased Oct 2023
Osmo Nano is 1.8 years newer.
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Wins
Osmo Nano
Wins
Osmo Pocket 3
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AOsmo Nano has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- AOsmo Nano has higher Resolution (35 MP vs 9.4 MP)
- BOsmo Pocket 3 has higher Battery capacity (1300 mAh vs 530 mAh)
- BOsmo Pocket 3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
- BOsmo Pocket 3 has higher Battery runtime (166 min vs 90 min)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Osmo Nano
59 × 72 × 28 mm
124 g (0.27 lb / 4.37 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Osmo Pocket 3
34 × 140 × 42 mm
179 g (0.39 lb / 6.31 oz)
Osmo Nano is 68mm shorter and 14mm thinner than Osmo Pocket 3 but it is also 26mm wider.
Osmo Nano is 55 g lighter than Osmo Pocket 3.
Depth (front-to-back): 28mm Osmo Nano · 42mm Osmo Pocket 3
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Osmo Nano
59 × 72 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Osmo Pocket 3
34 × 140 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Osmo Nano
59 × 28 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Osmo Pocket 3
34 × 42 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 Nano
Stabilization modes
Adds RockSteady 3.0, HorizonBalancing
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 59.1, 71.7, 28
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Resolution
35 MP vs 9.4 MP — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Osmo Nano supports it
Weather sealing
Only Osmo Nano supports it
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 130 Mbps — higher is better
Weight
124 g vs 179 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Osmo Pocket 3
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 33.5, 139.7, 42.2
Battery capacity
1300 mAh vs 530 mAh — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Codecs
Adds H.264
Battery runtime
166 min vs 90 min — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 240 fps
- ✓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 Nano
Pros
- ✓52g camera body
- ✓1/1.3-inch sensor
- ✓4K 120fps slow motion
- ✓10m waterproof camera body
Cons
- –Dock is only IPX4
- –Fixed ultra-wide lens
- –Smaller battery in camera body
Osmo Pocket 3
Pros
- ✓Built-in 3-axis gimbal
- ✓1-inch sensor
- ✓Creator-friendly
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Small sensor vs ILC
- –Accessory dependent
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Osmo Nano or Osmo Pocket 3?
Osmo Nano scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for Osmo Pocket 3 — 15fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Nano and Osmo Pocket 3?
Osmo Nano is 35 MP and Osmo Pocket 3 is 9.4 MP, so the Osmo Nano captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Osmo Nano and Osmo Pocket 3?
Osmo Nano uses Electronic image stabilization (electronic), while Osmo Pocket 3 uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Nano and Osmo Pocket 3?
Osmo Nano weighs 124 g and Osmo Pocket 3 weighs 179 g, so the Osmo Nano is 55 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Nano and Osmo Pocket 3 record 4K video?
Osmo Nano: 4K up to 60p. Osmo Pocket 3: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Osmo Nano and Osmo Pocket 3 weather sealed?
Osmo Nano: Yes. Osmo Pocket 3: No.
Which has better battery runtime?
Osmo Nano is rated for about 90 minutes of continuous recording and Osmo Pocket 3 for about 166 minutes, giving the Osmo Pocket 3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo Nano launched at $299 and Osmo Pocket 3 at $519. The Osmo Nano is $220 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of DJI press materials.