DJI
Osmo Pocket 3
Pocket gimbal camera with 1-inch sensor, 4K 120p, and rotating 2-inch OLED screen.
$519
Released Oct 2023
Sigma
fp L
World's smallest full-frame interchangeable camera with 61MP and L-mount.
$2,499
Released Jul 2021
Osmo Pocket 3 is 2.3 years newer.
Wins
Osmo Pocket 3
Wins
fp L
5 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- Bfp L has higher Resolution (61 MP vs 9.4 MP)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has lower Weight (179 g vs 720 g)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
- Bfp L has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- Bfp L has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 16,000)
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)
fp L
138 × 98 × 88 mm
720 g (1.59 lb / 25.40 oz)
Osmo Pocket 3 is 56mm shorter and 55mm thinner than fp L but it is also 2mm wider.
Osmo Pocket 3 is 541 g lighter than fp L.
Depth (front-to-back): 34mm Osmo Pocket 3 · 88mm fp L
Sensor size, to scale
fp L
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 720 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
fp L
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138, 98, 88
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
Resolution
61 MP vs 9.4 MP — higher is better
AA filter
Only fp L supports it
Eye AF
Only fp L supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only fp L supports it
Codecs
Adds H.265
Both cameras share
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 6 fps
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 15 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 60 frames
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 640 shots
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
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Osmo Pocket 3 or fp L?
fp L scores 9.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for Osmo Pocket 3 — 61MP — massive detail for large prints.
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.
Do the Osmo Pocket 3 and fp L have in-body image stabilization?
Osmo Pocket 3 does not have IBIS, while fp L has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Osmo Pocket 3 or the fp L?
Osmo Pocket 3 reaches 15 fps electronic. fp L reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Pocket 3 and fp L?
Osmo Pocket 3 weighs 179 g and fp L weighs 720 g, so the Osmo Pocket 3 is 541 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 60p.
Are the Osmo Pocket 3 and fp L weather sealed?
Osmo Pocket 3: No. fp L: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Osmo Pocket 3 and 640 shots for the fp L, giving the fp L the edge.
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.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.