DJI
Osmo Pocket 3
Pocket gimbal camera with 1-inch sensor, 4K 120p, and rotating 2-inch OLED screen.
$519
Released Oct 2023
Sony
RX100 VII
Premium 1-inch pocket camera with 24–200mm zoom and real-time tracking AF.
$1,299
Released Aug 2019
Osmo Pocket 3 is 4.2 years newer.
Wins
Osmo Pocket 3
Wins
RX100 VII
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BRX100 VII has higher Burst (mechanical) (20 fps vs 6 fps)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 260 shots)
- BRX100 VII has higher Resolution (20.1 MP vs 9.4 MP)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
- AOsmo Pocket 3 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 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)
RX100 VII
102 × 58 × 43 mm
302 g (0.67 lb / 10.65 oz)
Osmo Pocket 3 is 16mm shorter and 9mm thinner than RX100 VII but it is also 38mm wider.
Osmo Pocket 3 is 123 g lighter than RX100 VII.
Depth (front-to-back): 34mm Osmo Pocket 3 · 43mm RX100 VII
Sensor size, to scale
RX100 VII
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″
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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 139.7, 42.2, 33.5
Card types
Adds microSD
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 260 shots — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Osmo Pocket 3 supports it
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Weight
179 g vs 302 g — lower is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
RX100 VII
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 101.6, 58.1, 42.8
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I, Memory Stick Duo
Burst (mechanical)
20 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC S, AVCHD
Resolution
20.1 MP vs 9.4 MP — higher is better
AA filter
Only RX100 VII supports it
Eye AF
Only RX100 VII supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 60 frames
- ✓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
RX100 VII
Pros
- ✓Pocketable zoom range
- ✓Real-time Eye AF
- ✓Great travel camera
Cons
- –1-inch sensor
- –Expensive
- –Small controls
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for travel, Osmo Pocket 3 or RX100 VII?
Osmo Pocket 3 scores 5.5/10 versus 3.5/10 for RX100 VII — 179g — ultralight for all-day carry.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Pocket 3 and RX100 VII?
Osmo Pocket 3 is 9.4 MP and RX100 VII is 20.1 MP, so the RX100 VII captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Osmo Pocket 3 and RX100 VII have in-body image stabilization?
Osmo Pocket 3 does not have IBIS, while rX100 VII does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Osmo Pocket 3 or the RX100 VII?
Osmo Pocket 3 reaches 15 fps electronic. RX100 VII reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Pocket 3 and RX100 VII?
Osmo Pocket 3 weighs 179 g and RX100 VII weighs 302 g, so the Osmo Pocket 3 is 123 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Pocket 3 and RX100 VII record 4K video?
Osmo Pocket 3: 4K up to 60p. RX100 VII: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Osmo Pocket 3 and RX100 VII weather sealed?
Osmo Pocket 3: No. RX100 VII: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Osmo Pocket 3 and 260 shots for the RX100 VII, giving the Osmo Pocket 3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo Pocket 3 launched at $519 and RX100 VII at $1,299. The Osmo Pocket 3 is $780 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.