The GOOD and BAD of DJI Pocket 3
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- Опубліковано 10 чер 2024
- DJI Pocket 3 long term review. Still worth it?
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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:27 - Form Factor
00:56 - Image Quality
01:32 - Creator Combo
02:40 - Mechanical Stabilization
03:15 - Ease of Use
03:57 - D-Log M
05:00 - Battery Life
05:20 - Fast Charging
05:51 - Firmware Updates
07:22 - The Case
08:30 - Durability
10:35 - Wide Angle Lens
11:28 - No EV Comp Wheel
12:24 - Face Tracking Composition
14:30 - Skin Smoothing
14:45 - Low Cut Filter ON
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#dji #pocket3
I’ve built my entire channel almost exclusively using the DJI Pocket series, 1-3. The 3 is incredible!! Awesome video 🙌🙌
Buddy literally just we r on your channel after reading the comment.. amazing stuff! Kindly let me know what did you use the actions for and what did you use the pockets for ?
Do you grade or just straight out the camera ?
Your channel is insane! I leved it!!!
When it comes to face tracking and framing, you can actually choose where you want to be tracked in the frame by simply moving the joy stick after you have selected your face until you are in the position you want. Then it will keep you there just like the dynamic framing mode.
Thanks for this
True. It’s much easier and faster than the dynamic framing as you don’t have to enter another menu. I never use the dynamic framing, I just compose my shot with the joystick 👍🏼
thinking of the same thing. yeah, i wonder what dji should do to make this info more widespread. I've heard several youtubers missing this feature.
Yep. I see a lot of YT'rs missing this feature on these reviews...
Great info, thanks. That is useful for many activities !!
Unboxing and test shoot video. ua-cam.com/video/aKJvfNjoIrM/v-deo.htmlsi=ekkycZZMYWF7JGRH
Wow what an amazing review! Definitely buying one now!!! Thank you 🙌🏼
Love your channel dude, you deliver every single time.
Love the content. Been on the fence for the Pocket 3. I’ll pick up one soon. Thanks!
It's pretty hard to go wrong with this thing. The footage coming out of it is pretty much ready to go out of camera. Especially when you get the sharpness dialed in how you like
Watched until the end. I also picked one up and will be using it for everyday life and travels. It is soooooo good.
David, as always, great video!! Saw someone with one while on Vacation in Cape Town last October and thought it was pretty cool. Have watched a few vids, and now definitely considering it for a next big vacation to Chicago this year.
I just bought this for my home tour videos. So excited to try it out tomorrow. Thanks for the video.
Love your presentation style❤
It's practical too
Mine just arrived today! Can’t wait to start using it!
So far, I've been very happy with the Pocket 3. Great video thanks for sharing.
Thanks for the review....been a while since you've posted. Adorable family too
I appreciate you coming back to watch!🙌
Always enjoy your videos! 👍
Hi David, love your content. Like you I took a punt and purchased the Pocket 3 not long after it came out and I now find I am using it for almost every video I shoot, professionally or for family use. Also like you I was a little worried at first about how fragile it looked but also like you I have knocked, dropped and otherwise abused this camera and it has come through with flying colours. I hate it when people over use the term game changer but in this case I truly believe this little camera system is a Game Changer. Keep up the good work.
You're absolutely right about the durability! That was probably the most surprising part of this camera because it looks fragile, but takes the abuse pretty easily. Except the wide angle lens, that thing is not so durable🤣
Totally agreed, mine has fallen on the concrete for at least twice, so far so good
Does this not have a lanyard hole on the camera??… I would be using that whenever I would use this camera.
@@brettyg76 it does, i just never use it
As always great video. I feel like I should give this camera a try ;) Cheers!
Glad I came across this video! I need one of these! Looks like it would be good to shoot for my music stuff!
Love your reviews, very informative!
I appreciate you watching Eddie!
Excellent as usual!!!
Great video.. I love my pocket 3 and i definitely have to agree with you there needs to be a spin dial for the EV setting.. It ia not easy adjusting that. Hope they fix this for the next version..
Thanks for the dynamic framing tip
I enjoyed that summary, so thanks. Agree with the face tracking, thanks for the tip to change that. I do love that the tracking is like having a camera pro with you. The tracking needs to chill out when talking to camera close up, every little movement it follows your face. I wish it closed with the filters. So far, such an enjoyable camera. To fit this camera tech in your pocket....Wow!
Another great informative and entertaining video. My favorite prat (besides the poop joke at the end) is at 3:10 when you make the awesome sound effect of digital stabilization :)
I'm with you man. Still my go-to camera for most things.
I feel like every time I use it and pull the footage in, I'm shocked that it came from this tiny little thing
Hey David! Can you do an accessories video for the OP3? That'd be dope! :)
Would you recommend it for overhead / top down filming? I record painting tutorials mostly but want to get into vlogging as well.
Excellent review. Honestly, I wish I picked up the Pocket 3 before getting the ZV-1. While the ZV-1 may have some features the OP3 doesn't have, the features the OP3 does have outweighs the benefits of the ZV-1. Especially the 10-bit DLOG feature. I'm a filmmaker and I can see the OP3 being great for location scouting. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you David, I have been a Pro Photographer for 48 years and have just picked up the Pocket 3. Totally geeked out the tools to use with it. I will have my first event in about a month and I'll let you and your viewer know my thoughts. Blessings
That's really cool pocket 3 love it.nice for sharing your video tips cheers from uk❤
How’s the quality after you transferred to the computer or hard drive? Thank you
really helpful video
Thanks for the great video 😊
I’m a beginner creator and I’m currently having an I phone 13 plus pro (might update to the 16 plus pro later this year) and a go pro hero 10. So I was actually only looking for a decent mic and thought of getting the DJI wireless mic 2 system.
However after coming across the Osmo Pocket 3 I’m wondering if it would be worth buying it with the creator combo. It would be 300 dollars more expensive than the mic system alone. Obviously the mic system comes with 2 mics a charging case and a receiver which allows to use it on several devices.
Would it be worth to get the Osmo pocket 3 with my current set up and is a bluetooth mic reliable enough to use it also later with an I phone or any other devices?
Or would it make more sense to save the money, get the dji mic 2 set with 2 mics, charging box and receiver?
Ive used OP3 to shoot a few nightclub party videos and it has worked out great, I was worried about the durability because of the occasional bumps in the club, but this camera has been a champ so far, the camera is almost as good as my full frame in low light scenes...my only hiccup so far is me loosing the widescreen lens in a club, will be ordering another one soon.
The problem with widen wide-angle lens is that during the winter time, the wide-angle lens gets foggy. I have to wipe the fog many times to get the clear footage. Also, the wide-angle is only slightly wider than the original lens which I find not worth the hassle.
I’ve been really surprised how durable this thing is! I use it as an action camera while running in the mountains. Love it! I did a full review of it on my channel from the point of view of using it as an action camera.
Very handsome. Great overview. I didn’t know DJI had that, now I want one.
Ive had mine a couple of months now and really love it. I don't think the wide angle lense is too good as I don't think it brings much more wide angle, plus I like the default angle the DJI brings. One thing I wish it did, is screen record, like the drones do. It would help when teaching settings. Otherwise, awesome camera. Thanks
Hi David, thanks for sharing your pocket nice. Lovely to see kids around too lol subbed 🎉❤
I’d like to see the pause recording like they had in the pocket 2. That built in “jump cut” feature was great!
Ok, I’ll update my DJI pocket… I’d love to know if they’re going to release this one in the white/cream? I love the updated screen - I wanted it with my 2. Great video
I love my Pocket 3. It may be my favorite video camera ever and I have had a lot of cameras 🎉
I've been watching a lot of vids today. Nice to know about the firmware updates. I think I'll put this on the 💳 pre SE Asia 🌏
Can you monitor/adjust audio input? What is the native video file? Still photo size?
I picked up the ace pro instead but I’m finding I want the pocket 3 for vlogging due to the auto focus and close focus. The creator combo is also mostly on back order so I’ll have to wait until it comes back in stock.
Awesome as always David! We're just spoilt for choice nowadays that it's hard to decide on what to replace my OG DJI Osmo Action 1 when I go pull the trigger to do so. This is definitely on my radar but what I'm kinda stops me from doing so is the durability of it especially if you compare it to a traditional action cam. But yeah I totally love the specs and feature of this thing!
For me right now, this paired with the Ace Pro is I think going to completely cover our Hawaii trip. Crazy low light on both, but both uniquely their own in what they offer!
@@DavidManningvlog yeah I think that's a great combination, having these 1 inch sensors on these cams really make them so usable in any lighting conditions coupled along with killer stability makes it a more attractive vlogging setup than an actual camera.
Hi David, could you please suggest to me? I'm planning to get the Pocket 3, and my requirements are for taking Instagram reels, UA-cam shorts, and occasionally small blogs. Do you think it's a good choice?
Any sign of a macro lens for the Pocket 3? I know they existed for the Mk1 and I think I saw some for the Mk2 but I've not seen any for the 3.
Hi, if people's faces (and skin) was the main priority, would it be this or the Insta 360 Ace Pro? skin color and look and less funky digital artifacts?
Can you upload your videos wirelessly to a Mac, or do you have to connect the DJI to your Mac using a USB cable? Thanks.
I got caught up in the DJI Long Wait cycle for this camera, thought i’d wait until what ever the issue was to get sorted so cancelled my order. Which was easy to do by the way, DJI customer support is very good it would seem. It also seems that stocks are good for now so checking out long term reviews to make sense. Thanks David, love your reviews, and it’s good that DJI are keeping the updates coming for this camera. So shall or shan’t I 😅. Your review has been a big positive help with that decision, thank you.
I just got the Creator combo, but found the camera not very good for IRL streaming. It has some sort of a stutter when connected in webcam mode. Aside from that issue, I really like the camera, especially the amazing night footage it can take.
Your sound effects are great. Especially at 2x speed!
Hahhaha! Well now I have to go try that!
What brand/model is the light green bag you were using?
Would you recommend me getting the creator combo, or the entry level? I ask this because I already have a DJI Wireless Mic 1, so I wonder if I can just plug in that mic on the USB-C port that is on the side of the handle or the extra battery and use a mini tripod at the same time with no issues?
From what I hear, you can use 2 wireless mics simultaneously with the camera, so I would go with the extra mic for me, honestly.
I'll add a con. Remembering your tracking preference! I love my Pocket 3 but i hate that i have to go to the modes and go over one to select Dynamic. I wish it would just remember what it was last time so I could just turn on and go. But its a great camera and has almost replaced my bigger setups for quick videos!
I bought it... Allthough there's a long wait time (middle of march) I'm super hyped to hold that thing in my hands... feels like christmas :D
Perfect timing on this video. I bought the pocket three about a month ago hoping to have it before I leave for Hong Kong in a week for a production. But it’s continuously back ordered. Cannot wait to get it. Seems like the perfect mix of Quality/ease of use. And you 😂know I’ll be rocking it out as my dad cam most of the time as well. Nice man.
You're going to love it and it's absolutely the best dad cam around! Also, maybe you use it to also bring back Americano Mondays?!
@@DavidManningvlog Ha! Yes man, I've been working on bringing that back for a bit - and I want to do it. Life has just been crazy. Also - good news - just got a tracking number for my Osmo Pocket 3, fingers crossed it gets here before I leave for Hong Kong in a week.
Hi I have question ,, can we use other bluetooth mics with this ? or just the DJI one
Qs, DJI Action 4 or Pocket 3, for family trip/wedding event. What would you use?
how abou lenses? Can you change the 20mm to other shots?
did you stop using sony zv1 m2 altogether?
Does it take decent photos? At least, a little better than an iPhone 15 pro Max? I am trying to figure out if this will be a decent all-in-one for personal use.
This pocket 3 due to its instability of gimbal mode specifically in Fpv, is everytime you use you keep recentering in order to work properly, it keeps an angle of tilt mode-like unless you center it. Do find this true?
Going to Africa on for the great migration, do you recommend?
The pocket 3 truly is the best for the ultimate on the go camera I take it everywhere with me and I am never dissapointed with it
Sorry if I missed it but what is the lens width on the pocket 3?
What camera are you shooting this video with ?
Love the video - I got the DJI because of this review. Question. My Creator Combo is supposed to have a wide angle lense, but I cannot find it in the packaging. It says on the box its included, where did you find yours?
Found it... tucked in the carry case.
Nice little magnetic spot!
How long does it take to start recording? I am looking for a camera that I take out of my pocket, push a button and then instantly start recording.
3 daughters and your wife…brother…you’re in big trouble 😁👍 David - thanks for the review, I’m thinking about buying this for all the reasons you mentioned.
Hahha I'm reminded of that every single day🤣
Is there any options for a light? I do a lot of filming at night and would need at least a little bit of light
I attach the pocket 3 to a camera bracket that can hold a small led light.
Why in the world doesn’t the mic connect to the case from side to side to keep the footprint uniform?
Your dynamic framing tip: You can achieve the exact same thing, even better, by touching the screen (activating active track) where the subject is (or Selfie-Track) and THEN using the joystick to position the frame.
That way, you can frame more precisely (with dynamic framing you only have the fixed points) and it's quicker compared to dynamic framing. The subject will stay in the place of the frame after using the joystick.
I never understood the dynamic framing feature since you can achieve the same thing much quick.. :)
My questions are about transferring the data to my cell phone so that I can post with social media. That’s what I normally do just with my phone. How time-consuming is that?
David, (re: 8:06), I use the silicone lens cap from my Insta360 X3, which fits nicely over most of the top of the Pocket 3.
WICKED CAMERA, GREAT REVIEW. I'M HOPING MY GRANDSON CAN PICK ONE UP FOR ME... STAY COOL AND KEEP PUSHIN' BROTHER... PEACE FROM CREEL CHIHUAHUA, MEXICO
I actually want to buy this as a webcam. I'm on video calls 3-4 hours a day and this would be game changing. And then I can use it for family/vacation/hiking/etc when I want too.
I have a silicone cover for my Pocket 3 gimbal head. I wasn't a huge fan of it because it felt like too good of a fit and had a lot of tension when removing it. I felt like it may damage the gimbal over time. Lots of good 3rd party accessories out there now for the camera.
Can be use for some photos also?
Waiting to see what happens in the long term
What camera are you using to record this?
I picked mine up as a Creator Combo on launch day. Love it so far. Like you, I wish we could set the Face Tracking to a different area as default other than center of the screen. But other than that, I love this camera.
Same! I think it was a strange choice because I don't know anyone who wants their face in the middle of the screen, especially for vertical.
@@lisalikesplants You can use the joystick during tracking setup to position where you want your face to stay
I bought a refurbished Pocket Pro3 off Amazon... I thought I could save a little money, as I already owned the DJI Mic 1. Long story short, the MicroMemory card slot was not recognizing any of the cards I purchased. I called DJI, and they recommended specific brands of cards, which ended up wasting a lot of time. After a week of experimentation, I up returning and reordereing the Studio Version. DJI can fulfill direct orders faster. And, Best Buy did not have the combo in stock. Also, the DJI Mic1 works with the Pocket 3, but it would not allow me to customize the mic settings, i.e. gain like the Mic2 allegedly does. I also was not able to use get my Mic1 and Pocket 3 to work with my iMac for Zoom Calls. My computer would not authenticate the external mic. It worked fine with just the default Pocket 3 mic plugged into my computer. Thanks for sharing your product review.
I will be waiting for Pocket 4
HI.. I BOUGHT POCKET 3 CREATOR COMBO LAST MONTH BUT ITS MIC IS NOT WORKING... MISSING VOICE AND NO AUDIO ... BUT MIC WORK PERFECTLY WITH MY S23 ... BUT NOT WITH POCKET 3 ... CAN HELP ME WHAT CAN B THE PROBLEM OR ANY SETTING ... OR SHOULD I GIVE IN WARRANTY ... PLZ GUIDE ... THANKS
Waiting for some type of water resistance on the pocket 3. Does not need to be water proof but to record in the rain or snow would be great. Maybe a pocket 3 pro is in the works.
Can it be used as the primary camera on a PC?
I dropped mine off my motorcycle I was terrified to look at but it did well just a few small scratches on the gimbal lens is fine 🤞🏼🙌🏼
@11:50 EV Comp can maybe realized via the existing joystick. Wish it had some level of IP rating.
Couldn’t agree more about the exposure compensation.
Or even simpler, a button (regardless whether physical or right on the touch screen) for auto exposure lock. It’s ridiculous that DJI built in so many pro level features yet it still misses the basics. If it had that, I would upgrade from the Pocket 2 immediately.
Is there a possibility to smoothen the face tracking? for my taste it's a little too quick to respond, thus kind of "shaking" the frame whenever the face moves a tiny bit around
Nope, no way to dial it in. I'm with you though and I find that dynamic tracking is much smoother with the movement to keep the subject in frame. The smoothest obviously is just to frame by hand without either tracking enabled, but then you have to really be paying attention
Good Review.
With the normal face tracking you can just use the joystick to adjust the framing and it'll keep you there instead of perfectly centered
It helps, but it's still not as solid as Dynamic Framing. The framing shifts way more than if it's locked in with Dynamic framing
I really, REALLY want to use this for semi-casual hiking vids up and down the Rockies with my wife and our two corgi pups. With all the gear and food and water we bring for these 4-6 hour round trip hikes something like this compared to my iPhone and the DJI gimbal would be so much nicer.
It’s a little dry and sometimes dusty going up and down trails but if you keep taking this to beaches on the west coast (and, lol, wind throwing it into rough and sandy cliffs) then maybe this will last more than two years and be a legitimate addition to my hiking adventures.
My thought of a combo would be this, insta 360 x3 and my iPhone.
I need one of these
Hiking mountains with this would be dope. Correct. You need one!
Does it take good quality photos?
The 2 things stopping me from getting one are 1. Want a wider field of view standard, and 2. The filters should be able to stay on when turned off and stored so you don't have to keep taking them off and putting them back on.
I'm not sure where that rumor came from, but you don't have to take the filters off to store the gimbal. They fold up and are completely protected when you put the gimbal in the case
@@DavidManningvlog thanks for replying!
I agree it's a great camera for image quality but it has some annoying problems.
1. When you turn it on the mic connection message stays on screen for way too long.
2. The mic now turns off after a short time of inactivity - this should be the operator's choice as to how long.
3. The long press delete last file has lost me some good shots . Again this feature should be turned on and off by the user.
Basically the latest update has ruined the usability for me
This or the ace pro? I already have the go 3 and the x3. Decisions, decisions...
You can EV compensate! download the latest firmware version for the DJI Osmo Pocket 3. If you are currently using the latest version, during recording, you can slide from right to left to adjust the EV value on the left of the screen (use it as a vertical slider). -0.3 to -0.7 looks best .