DJI
Osmo Pocket 3
Pocket gimbal camera with 1-inch sensor, 4K 120p, and rotating 2-inch OLED screen.
$519
Released Oct 2023
Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Released Feb 2024
X100VI is 4 months newer.
Wins
Osmo Pocket 3
Wins
X100VI
4 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX100VI has higher Resolution (40.2 MP vs 9.4 MP)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has lower Weight (179 g vs 521 g)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 125)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 310 shots)
- BX100VI has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 15 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)
X100VI
128 × 75 × 55 mm
521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
Osmo Pocket 3 is 33mm shorter and 22mm thinner than X100VI but it is also 12mm wider.
Osmo Pocket 3 is 342 g lighter than X100VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 34mm Osmo Pocket 3 · 55mm X100VI
Sensor size, to scale
X100VI
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 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
Weight
179 g vs 521 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 125 — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 310 shots — higher is better
ISO max (native)
16,000 vs 12,800 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
60 frames vs 52 frames — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X100VI
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 128, 74.8, 55.3
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Resolution
40.2 MP vs 9.4 MP — higher is better
Eye AF
Only X100VI supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only X100VI supports it
Codecs
Adds H.265
In-body stabilization
Only X100VI supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 6 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 200 Mbps
- ✓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
X100VI
Pros
- ✓Unique fixed 23mm lens
- ✓40MP sensor
- ✓Film simulations
- ✓Compact street camera
Cons
- –Fixed lens only
- –No interchangeable lenses
- –Premium price
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, Osmo Pocket 3 or X100VI?
X100VI scores 10.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for Osmo Pocket 3 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Pocket 3 and X100VI?
Osmo Pocket 3 is 9.4 MP and X100VI is 40.2 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Osmo Pocket 3 and X100VI have in-body image stabilization?
Osmo Pocket 3 does not have IBIS, while x100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Osmo Pocket 3 or the X100VI?
Osmo Pocket 3 reaches 15 fps electronic. X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Pocket 3 and X100VI?
Osmo Pocket 3 weighs 179 g and X100VI weighs 521 g, so the Osmo Pocket 3 is 342 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Pocket 3 and X100VI record 4K video?
Osmo Pocket 3: 4K up to 60p. X100VI: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Osmo Pocket 3 and X100VI weather sealed?
Osmo Pocket 3: No. X100VI: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Osmo Pocket 3 and 310 shots for the X100VI, giving the Osmo Pocket 3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo Pocket 3 launched at $519 and X100VI at $1,599. The Osmo Pocket 3 is $1,080 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.