DJI
Osmo Pocket 3
Pocket gimbal camera with 1-inch sensor, 4K 120p, and rotating 2-inch OLED screen.
$519
Launch priceReleased Oct 2023
Insta360
Ace Pro 2
8K Leica-lens action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K60 Active HDR, PureVideo low-light mode, and 12m waterproofing.
$449
Launch priceReleased Oct 2024
Ace Pro 2 is 1 year newer.
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Wins
Osmo Pocket 3
Wins
Ace Pro 2
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAce Pro 2 has higher Resolution (50 MP vs 9.4 MP)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
- BAce Pro 2 has higher Max video bit rate (200 Mbps vs 130 Mbps)
- BAce Pro 2 has higher Battery capacity (1800 mAh vs 1300 mAh)
- BAce Pro 2 has higher Battery runtime (180 min vs 166 min)
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
Ace Pro 2
72 × 52 × 38 mm
177.2 g (0.39 lb / 6.25 oz)
Osmo Pocket 3 is 38mm narrower than Ace Pro 2 but it is also 87mm taller and 4mm thicker.
Osmo Pocket 3 is 2 g heavier than Ace Pro 2.
Depth (front-to-back): 42mm Osmo Pocket 3 · 38mm Ace Pro 2
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
Ace Pro 2
72 × 52 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
Ace Pro 2
72 × 38 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Osmo Pocket 3
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
Ace Pro 2
9.6 × 7.2 mm · Compact
69 mm² area
1.7× 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
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Codecs
Adds HEVC
Reasons to choose
Ace Pro 2
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, Horizon Lock 360°, Active HDR…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.9, 52.2, 38
Resolution
50 MP vs 9.4 MP — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Ace Pro 2 supports it
Internal RAW video
Only Ace Pro 2 supports it
Codecs
Adds H.265
Weather sealing
Only Ace Pro 2 supports it
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 130 Mbps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 6,400
- ✓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
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
Ace Pro 2
Pros
- ✓8K30 video
- ✓1/1.3-inch Leica lens
- ✓PureVideo night mode
- ✓12m waterproof
Cons
- –8K drains battery faster
- –Premium vs DJI Action
- –Fixed lens
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the Osmo Pocket 3 and Ace Pro 2 at major authorized retailers.
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 Ace Pro 2?
Ace Pro 2 scores 5.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Osmo Pocket 3 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Pocket 3 and Ace Pro 2?
Osmo Pocket 3 is 9.4 MP and Ace Pro 2 is 50 MP, so the Ace Pro 2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Osmo Pocket 3 and Ace Pro 2?
Osmo Pocket 3 uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while Ace Pro 2 uses FlowState electronic stabilization (electronic).
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Pocket 3 and Ace Pro 2?
Osmo Pocket 3 weighs 179 g and Ace Pro 2 weighs 177.2 g, so the Ace Pro 2 is 2 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Pocket 3 and Ace Pro 2 record 4K video?
Osmo Pocket 3: 4K up to 60p. Ace Pro 2: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the Osmo Pocket 3 and Ace Pro 2 weather sealed?
Osmo Pocket 3: No. Ace Pro 2: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
Osmo Pocket 3 is rated for about 166 minutes of continuous recording and Ace Pro 2 for about 180 minutes, giving the Ace Pro 2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo Pocket 3 launched at $519 and Ace Pro 2 at $449. The Ace Pro 2 is $70 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of DJI and Insta360 press materials.