DJI
Pocket 2
Tiny 3-axis gimbal camera with 1/1.7-inch 64MP sensor, 20mm equivalent lens, and 4K 60p video.
$349
Released Oct 2020
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 3 years newer.
Wins
Pocket 2
Wins
Osmo Pocket 3
6 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- APocket 2 has higher Resolution (64 MP vs 9.4 MP)
- BOsmo Pocket 3 has higher ISO max (native) (16,000 vs 6,400)
- BOsmo Pocket 3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
- APocket 2 has lower Weight (117 g vs 179 g)
- BOsmo Pocket 3 has higher Burst (electronic) (15 fps vs 11 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Pocket 2
125 × 38 × 30 mm
117 g (0.26 lb / 4.13 oz)
Osmo Pocket 3
140 × 42 × 34 mm
179 g (0.39 lb / 6.31 oz)
Pocket 2 is 15mm narrower, 4mm shorter, and 4mm thinner than Osmo Pocket 3.
Pocket 2 is 62 g lighter than Osmo Pocket 3.
Depth (front-to-back): 30mm Pocket 2 · 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
Pocket 2
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124.7, 38.1, 30
Resolution
64 MP vs 9.4 MP — higher is better
Weight
117 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 max (native)
16,000 vs 6,400 — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Osmo Pocket 3 supports it
Burst (electronic)
15 fps vs 11 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 6 fps
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 60 frames
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 200 Mbps
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 640 shots
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Pocket 2
Pros
- ✓Built-in 3-axis gimbal
- ✓64MP stills mode
- ✓4K 60p
- ✓Very small body
Cons
- –Older than Pocket 3
- –Smaller sensor
- –Tiny screen
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, Pocket 2 or Osmo Pocket 3?
Pocket 2 scores 5.5/10 versus 5.5/10 for Osmo Pocket 3 — 117g — ultralight for all-day carry.
What's the resolution difference between the Pocket 2 and Osmo Pocket 3?
Pocket 2 is 64 MP and Osmo Pocket 3 is 9.4 MP, so the Pocket 2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Pocket 2 and Osmo Pocket 3 have in-body image stabilization?
Pocket 2 does not have IBIS, while osmo Pocket 3 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Pocket 2 or the Osmo Pocket 3?
Pocket 2 reaches 11 fps electronic. Osmo Pocket 3 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Pocket 2 and Osmo Pocket 3?
Pocket 2 weighs 117 g and Osmo Pocket 3 weighs 179 g, so the Pocket 2 is 62 g lighter.
Do the Pocket 2 and Osmo Pocket 3 record 4K video?
Pocket 2: 4K up to 60p. Osmo Pocket 3: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Pocket 2 and Osmo Pocket 3 weather sealed?
Pocket 2: No. Osmo Pocket 3: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Pocket 2 and 640 shots for the Osmo Pocket 3, giving the Osmo Pocket 3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Pocket 2 launched at $349 and Osmo Pocket 3 at $519. The Pocket 2 is $170 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.