DJI
Osmo Pocket 3
Pocket gimbal camera with 1-inch sensor, 4K 120p, and rotating 2-inch OLED screen.
$519
Launch priceReleased Oct 2023
Sigma
fp L
World's smallest full-frame interchangeable camera with 61MP and L-mount.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased Jul 2021
Osmo Pocket 3 is 2.3 years newer.
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Wins
Osmo Pocket 3
Wins
fp L
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- Bfp L has higher Resolution (61 MP vs 9.4 MP)
- Bfp L has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has lower Weight (179 g vs 427 g)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 29.97 fps)
- 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
fp L
113 × 70 × 45 mm
427 g (0.94 lb / 15.06 oz)
Osmo Pocket 3 is 79mm narrower and 3mm thinner than fp L but it is also 70mm taller.
Osmo Pocket 3 is 248 g lighter than fp L.
Depth (front-to-back): 42mm Osmo Pocket 3 · 45mm fp L
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
fp L
113 × 70 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
fp L
113 × 45 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Osmo Pocket 3
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
fp L
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
7.4× 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 427 g — lower is better
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 29.97 fps — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds HEVC
Battery capacity
1300 mAh vs 1200 mAh — higher is better
Reasons to choose
fp L
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 112.6, 69.9, 45.3
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Resolution
61 MP vs 9.4 MP — higher is better
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds CinemaDNG, MOV
AA filter
Only fp L supports it
Eye AF
Only fp L supports it
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
fp L
Pros
- ✓Tiny full-frame
- ✓61MP
- ✓L-mount
- ✓Unique industrial design
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Small battery
- –Minimal ergonomics
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 wildlife, Osmo Pocket 3 or fp L?
fp L scores 8.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Osmo Pocket 3 — Bird AF subject recognition.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Pocket 3 and fp L?
Osmo Pocket 3 is 9.4 MP and fp L is 61 MP, so the fp L captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Osmo Pocket 3 and fp L?
Osmo Pocket 3 uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while fp L does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Pocket 3 and fp L?
Osmo Pocket 3 weighs 179 g and fp L weighs 427 g, so the Osmo Pocket 3 is 248 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Pocket 3 and fp L record 4K video?
Osmo Pocket 3: 4K up to 60p. fp L: 4K up to 29.97p.
Are the Osmo Pocket 3 and fp L weather sealed?
Osmo Pocket 3: No. fp L: Yes.
How much does each cost?
Osmo Pocket 3 launched at $519 and fp L at $2,499. The Osmo Pocket 3 is $1,980 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 Sigma press materials.