DJI
Osmo Pocket 3
Pocket gimbal camera with 1-inch sensor, 4K 120p, and rotating 2-inch OLED screen.
$519
Released Oct 2023
Fujifilm
X100S
Second-generation X100 with 16MP X-Trans sensor and fixed 35mm-equivalent lens.
$1,299
Released Jan 2013
Osmo Pocket 3 is 10.8 years newer.
Wins
Osmo Pocket 3
Wins
X100S
2 categories tied
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TL;DR — Key differences
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has higher RAW buffer depth (60 frames vs 8 frames)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has higher Max video bit rate (200 Mbps vs 36 Mbps)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 200)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has higher ISO max (native) (16,000 vs 6,400)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has higher Burst (electronic) (15 fps vs 6 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Osmo Pocket 3
140 × 42 × 34 mm
179 g (0.39 lb / 6.31 oz)
X100S
127 × 74 × 54 mm
445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
Osmo Pocket 3 is 32mm shorter and 20mm thinner than X100S but it is also 13mm wider.
Osmo Pocket 3 is 266 g lighter than X100S.
Depth (front-to-back): 34mm Osmo Pocket 3 · 54mm X100S
Sensor size, to scale
X100S
23.6 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
368 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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 139.7, 42.2, 33.5
Card types
Adds microSD
RAW buffer depth
60 frames vs 8 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 36 Mbps — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 200 — lower is better
ISO max (native)
16,000 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
15 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Weight
179 g vs 445 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
X100S
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126.5, 74.4, 53.9
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Eye AF
Only X100S supports it
Resolution
16.3 MP vs 9.4 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 6 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
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
X100S
Pros
- ✓Classic fixed-lens design
- ✓X-Trans sensor
- ✓Hybrid viewfinder
Cons
- –Very old AF
- –No 4K
- –Fixed screen
Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for travel, Osmo Pocket 3 or X100S?
Osmo Pocket 3 scores 5.5/10 versus 4.0/10 for X100S — 179g — ultralight for all-day carry.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Pocket 3 and X100S?
Osmo Pocket 3 is 9.4 MP and X100S is 16.3 MP, so the X100S captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Osmo Pocket 3 and X100S have in-body image stabilization?
Osmo Pocket 3 does not have IBIS, while x100S does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Osmo Pocket 3 or the X100S?
Osmo Pocket 3 reaches 15 fps electronic. X100S reaches 6 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Pocket 3 and X100S?
Osmo Pocket 3 weighs 179 g and X100S weighs 445 g, so the Osmo Pocket 3 is 266 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Pocket 3 and X100S record 4K video?
Osmo Pocket 3: 4K up to 60p. X100S: Full HD.
Are the Osmo Pocket 3 and X100S weather sealed?
Osmo Pocket 3: No. X100S: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Osmo Pocket 3 and 330 shots for the X100S, giving the Osmo Pocket 3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo Pocket 3 launched at $519 and X100S at $1,299. The Osmo Pocket 3 is $780 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.