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
GO 3S
Thumb-sized 4K POV camera with magnetic mounting, Action Pod remote preview, FlowState stabilization, and 10m waterproof body.
$400
Launch priceReleased Jun 2024
GO 3S is 8 months newer.
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Wins
Osmo Pocket 3
Wins
GO 3S
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 50 fps)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has higher Battery runtime (166 min vs 38 min)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has higher Battery capacity (1300 mAh vs 310 mAh)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has higher ISO max (native) (6,400 vs 3,200)
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
GO 3S
54 × 25 × 26 mm
135.4 g (0.30 lb / 4.78 oz)
Osmo Pocket 3 is 21mm narrower than GO 3S but it is also 115mm taller and 17mm thicker.
Osmo Pocket 3 is 44 g heavier than GO 3S.
Depth (front-to-back): 42mm Osmo Pocket 3 · 26mm GO 3S
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
GO 3S
54 × 25 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
GO 3S
54 × 26 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Osmo Pocket 3
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 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
Codecs
Adds H.264, HEVC
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 33.5, 139.7, 42.2
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 50 fps — higher is better
Battery runtime
166 min vs 38 min — higher is better
Battery capacity
1300 mAh vs 310 mAh — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
ISO max (native)
6,400 vs 3,200 — higher is better
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
GO 3S
Codecs
Adds H.264/AVC
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, Horizon Lock
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 54.4, 24.8, 25.6
Weather sealing
Only GO 3S supports it
Weight
135.4 g vs 179 g — lower is better
Resolution
12 MP vs 9.4 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓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
GO 3S
Pros
- ✓4K30 in a 39g body
- ✓Action Pod with 2.2-inch flip screen
- ✓FlowState + Horizon Lock
- ✓10m waterproof (camera only)
- ✓140 min runtime with Action Pod
Cons
- –Tiny 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Fixed 16mm lens
- –Action Pod not waterproof
- –Built-in storage only (64/128GB)
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Osmo Pocket 3 or GO 3S?
Osmo Pocket 3 scores 6.5/10 versus 4.0/10 for GO 3S — 3-axis mechanical gimbal — cinema-smooth footage in motion.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Pocket 3 and GO 3S?
Osmo Pocket 3 is 9.4 MP and GO 3S is 12 MP, so the GO 3S captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Osmo Pocket 3 and GO 3S?
Osmo Pocket 3 uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while GO 3S does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Pocket 3 and GO 3S?
Osmo Pocket 3 weighs 179 g and GO 3S weighs 135.4 g, so the GO 3S is 44 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Pocket 3 and GO 3S record 4K video?
Osmo Pocket 3: 4K up to 60p. GO 3S: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Osmo Pocket 3 and GO 3S weather sealed?
Osmo Pocket 3: No. GO 3S: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
Osmo Pocket 3 is rated for about 166 minutes of continuous recording and GO 3S for about 38 minutes, giving the Osmo Pocket 3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo Pocket 3 launched at $519 and GO 3S at $400. The GO 3S is $119 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 Insta360 press materials.