DJI
Osmo Pocket 3
Pocket gimbal camera with 1-inch sensor, 4K 120p, and rotating 2-inch OLED screen.
$519
Released Oct 2023
Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Released May 2023
Osmo Pocket 3 is 5 months newer.
Wins
Osmo Pocket 3
Wins
Q3
4 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BQ3 has higher Resolution (60.3 MP vs 9.4 MP)
- BQ3 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 16,000)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has lower Weight (179 g vs 743 g)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 350 shots)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has higher Burst (mechanical) (6 fps vs 4 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)
Q3
130 × 80 × 92 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
Osmo Pocket 3 is 38mm shorter and 59mm thinner than Q3 but it is also 10mm wider.
Osmo Pocket 3 is 564 g lighter than Q3.
Depth (front-to-back): 34mm Osmo Pocket 3 · 92mm Q3
Sensor size, to scale
Q3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 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 743 g — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Osmo Pocket 3 supports it
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
6 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Q3
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130, 80, 92
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
Resolution
60.3 MP vs 9.4 MP — higher is better
ISO max (native)
100,000 vs 16,000 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, ProRes
Eye AF
Only Q3 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Q3 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 50
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 15 fps
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 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
Q3
Pros
- ✓60MP full-frame
- ✓Summilux 28mm lens
- ✓Built like a tank
- ✓Unique aesthetic
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Very expensive
- –No interchangeable system
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Osmo Pocket 3 or Q3?
Q3 scores 8.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for Osmo Pocket 3 — 60.3MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Pocket 3 and Q3?
Osmo Pocket 3 is 9.4 MP and Q3 is 60.3 MP, so the Q3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Osmo Pocket 3 and Q3 have in-body image stabilization?
Osmo Pocket 3 does not have IBIS, while q3 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Osmo Pocket 3 or the Q3?
Osmo Pocket 3 reaches 15 fps electronic. Q3 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Pocket 3 and Q3?
Osmo Pocket 3 weighs 179 g and Q3 weighs 743 g, so the Osmo Pocket 3 is 564 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Pocket 3 and Q3 record 4K video?
Osmo Pocket 3: 4K up to 60p. Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the Osmo Pocket 3 and Q3 weather sealed?
Osmo Pocket 3: No. Q3: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Osmo Pocket 3 and 350 shots for the Q3, giving the Osmo Pocket 3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo Pocket 3 launched at $519 and Q3 at $5,995. The Osmo Pocket 3 is $5,476 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.