DJI
Osmo Pocket 3
Pocket gimbal camera with 1-inch sensor, 4K 120p, and rotating 2-inch OLED screen.
$519
Launch priceReleased Oct 2023
GoPro
MISSION 1 PRO
Flagship compact cinema camera with 50MP 1-inch sensor, GP3 processor, 8K60 / 4K240 video, 8K30 Open Gate 4:3, GP-Log2 10-bit, and 20m waterproof rugged body.
$700
Launch priceReleased May 2026
MISSION 1 PRO is 2.6 years newer.
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Wins
Osmo Pocket 3
Wins
MISSION 1 PRO
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BMISSION 1 PRO has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- BMISSION 1 PRO has higher Resolution (50 MP vs 9.4 MP)
- BMISSION 1 PRO has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 130 Mbps)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has lower Weight (179 g vs 580 g)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Osmo Pocket 3
34 × 140 × 42 mm
179 g (0.39 lb / 6.31 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
MISSION 1 PRO
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
Osmo Pocket 3 is 101mm narrower and 30mm thinner than MISSION 1 PRO but it is also 49mm taller.
Osmo Pocket 3 is 401 g lighter than MISSION 1 PRO.
Depth (front-to-back): 42mm Osmo Pocket 3 · 72mm MISSION 1 PRO
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Osmo Pocket 3
34 × 140 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
MISSION 1 PRO
134 × 91 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Osmo Pocket 3
34 × 42 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
MISSION 1 PRO
134 × 72 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Osmo Pocket 3
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
MISSION 1 PRO
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
1.9× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
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 33.5, 139.7, 42.2
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
179 g vs 580 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Codecs
Adds HEVC
Reasons to choose
MISSION 1 PRO
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Resolution
50 MP vs 9.4 MP — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 130 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, ProRes
AA filter
Only MISSION 1 PRO supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓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 Pocket 3
Pros
- ✓Built-in 3-axis gimbal
- ✓1-inch sensor
- ✓Creator-friendly
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Small sensor vs ILC
- –Accessory dependent
MISSION 1 PRO
Pros
- ✓8K60 + 4K240 + 1080p960 burst slo-mo
- ✓50MP 1-inch sensor, up to 14 stops DR
- ✓8K30 / 4K120 Open Gate 4:3 reframing
- ✓GP-Log2 10-bit + 32-bit float audio
- ✓20m waterproof without housing
Cons
- –Premium pricing vs HERO13 Black
- –Fixed lens (ILS variant Q3 2026)
- –New platform — limited third-party support
- –Subscriber discount required for best price
Decided which one is right for you?
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DJI Osmo Pocket 3
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, Osmo Pocket 3 or MISSION 1 PRO?
MISSION 1 PRO scores 10.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Osmo Pocket 3 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Pocket 3 and MISSION 1 PRO?
Osmo Pocket 3 is 9.4 MP and MISSION 1 PRO is 50 MP, so the MISSION 1 PRO captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Osmo Pocket 3 and MISSION 1 PRO have in-body image stabilization?
Osmo Pocket 3 uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while MISSION 1 PRO has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Pocket 3 and MISSION 1 PRO?
Osmo Pocket 3 weighs 179 g and MISSION 1 PRO weighs 580 g, so the Osmo Pocket 3 is 401 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Pocket 3 and MISSION 1 PRO record 4K video?
Osmo Pocket 3: 4K up to 60p. MISSION 1 PRO: 8K / 6K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Osmo Pocket 3 and MISSION 1 PRO weather sealed?
Osmo Pocket 3: No. MISSION 1 PRO: Yes.
How much does each cost?
Osmo Pocket 3 launched at $519 and MISSION 1 PRO at $700. The Osmo Pocket 3 is $181 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of DJI and GoPro press materials.