So what camera company is going to come out with a Pocket-like camera next...? You know who my money is on! And thanks again to Hohem, with their iSteady M7 gimbal, for sponsoring this video! Use the link in my bio to grab yours~
What if Sony found a way to take the idea of the RX0 but make it for the ZV line? Maybe the ZV-0? Whether they go the gimbal route or actually give it IBIS may be up for grabs, but I think it would still be a little more expensive than the standard Pocket 3 combo. Maybe $649 to split the differences with the ZV-1F and ZV-1 II and the original ZV-1 gets discontinued?
With all of this talk about the OP3 killer coming from a different company, it'll be interesting to see if DJI rests on their laurels or comes out with the Osmo Pocket 4 and starts giving all of the OP3 folks FOMO.
This is the singular best piece of videography equipment made in 10 years. It’s frictionless use is the best thing, great quality and low light capability. The engineering is phenomenal. I have a ZVE1 with £3000 of lenses but I haven’t used them since I got this. Because it’s easier to take everywhere, I am just shooting more, and that’s what it is all about. I find low light great, I just used it to film a hotel in Abu Dhabi on my channel with lots of low light. I set the ISO 0-800 max and find that is good enough for night streets, inside restaurants etc and low noise. I do not use low light mode. Sharpness -3, noise reduction -1.
I like that this video doesn’t get too technical about the specs of the camera, but instead tells the story of why so many people have gravitated towards it. Speaking of which, I’m off to search used listings just for my own curiosity.
I picked one up to film videos of my kids and it's been amazing for that. Way better quality than my phone and I'm not using up my phone storage or trying to figure out how to dump that footage off the phone elsewhere. Lowkey one of the best features is the ability to use the USB-C port to add in external audio w/o using DJI's mics. I love the small form factor of the Hollyland Lark M2 and with the fun sticker they include it makes it super easy to get my toddlers to wear a "smiley face button" that is actually capturing pristine audio directly to the Pocket 3. Huge parenting win.
You nailed it in the beginning, for anyone who cares about video you spend the time and money with rigging the right setup which includes camera supports, lens and focusing systems, remote monitoring, audio and timecode and scene lighting. The OSMO Pocket 3 Creator Combo cuts out the majority of the setup with the camera and mic combo, just add your lighting, flip the screen, set everything to manual, record in D-LogM, toss on an ND Filter and you are off to the races to creating a great image.
I've been a photographer since 1996, done "tonnes" of UA-cam videos, livestreaming, vlogs, client productions etc. = you quickly end up being quite a "gear aficionado". So yes, I have "all the crazy high end gear". When you haven't tried the Pocket 3, it's very easy to snub if off because "it's just a toy", "no way this can compete with my Sony A1, right?" - in REALITY, though, things are not quite that simple. YES, high end gear will give you a better quality recordings if you know how to get there and have the time. It just turns out that the Pocket 3 is good ENOUGH, so it REALLY beats the "better gear" in sheer usability / speed of obtaining the "good enough" recordings. At first, I bought the Pocket 3 to use for vlogging on my client productions (for my own channel) but over time, Ive used it for more and more "real" productions. It fits in my trousers pockets (not kidding) so I bring it everywhere and it's just SO easy to get great results. I will be getting the Pocket 4 the second it's released.
I have an osmo pocket 3 and I love it as a camera, I recently took it skiing just to see how well it would handle that and it worked flawlessly and the footage looked so much better than my gopro (just don't fall, that would probably break it). That said, one thing that I found extremely annoying is when it's new you basically need to unlock it with the app to use it at all, and the app isn't even on the play store which does not inspire me with confidence
The Pocket 3 has become my go-to camera for travel since I got it. I've always been a fan of moving shots since back in the glidecam days, and now with this one, I already stopped using my main gimbal with my Sony camera and actually now I'm able to use my Sony camera more for photography which I also love doing. Totally a win win situation with this little camera.
This (your video) is what I LOVE about UA-cam. First, because I'd just bought an OP3 the algorithm sent you to me. You weren't the first OP3 video I watched, but when I did; WOW OMG!! I thought how freakin' good is this girl. In a dearth of UA-cam videos, yours stood out like a beacon in the night. It was conceived and written in advance and then executed so well. And next, I did exactly what the algorithm (and you) want me to do. I went to your channel and watched your intro video and I understood why you are so good. You're an F'n stone cold pro already. As an aspiring creator I learned just as much from watching how you craft a video as I did from the product itself. So kudos to you Becca. Keep on rockin' it, you're gonna be big!
I am not using one of these since I have a fleet of larger cameras and my phone (but then again, I don't do much in the way of "vlogging"), but I did snag the iSteady M7 after you mention of it before the holidays and wowza! That thing is a great phone gimbal with a lot of really cool features. You continue to really bring it on this channel, Becca, and I am so happy for you and what you are doing now.
You are the ONLY person that shows the camera calibration on the Hohem M7. You actually made the M7 camera useful for me. Thank you, Becca, for always offering new info, even with your sponsorships. My refurb pocket 3 is set to be delivered today. Prosperity to you in the new year :)
This is great content! Well shot and you're so well spoken, getting directly to the point with the most essential amount of information easily available but peppering personal fun clips. I'm subbed now. This Osmo review is a breath of fresh air amongst long winded diatribes waxing poetic. Love the video.
Something that I enjoy in a camera review is testing the camera, no matter what camera it is, in the studio lightining. Sometimes we think the expensive mirrorless cameras are good just for itself, but the lights have a great impact on it. And when we are deciding should I buy this camera or the most expensive one this tests are very important, because a person who its not a photographer or videographer buy the expensive camera and gets frustrated for not nowing that lights sometimes are more important than the camera itself. And I`m really happy that you do this every review thanks *-*
I’ve had one for over a year now (I think) and it’s been brilliant! I film stuff for my tiny channel with the family at theme parks etc, therefore a traditional camera just doesn’t work, it’s too big and takes too long to set up. I needed something small and quick to set up to capture the quick shots! Just flip screen and you are going! Plus with the creator combo the mic is amazing! No more having to use the transmitter to plug into my phone etc
I had the Osmo Pocket 1 when it was initially released, and the influence for the Osmo 3 is so strong that I considered it even though I haven't used the Osmo 1 in months
Same… thou I haven’t used mine in over a year. It’s just sitting in its case gathering dust. Over the last 2 years, I have drifted away from video and moved primarily onto stills only. Sony is the way to go!
Great video, Becca! 😁 I bought one a couple of months ago as I had 2 trips planned and also wanted something to film my life (even though I’m not a UA-camr or influencer, nothing beats going down memory lane like watching your random life clips). Can say it was one of th best purchases I’ve done. So good to pick this up instead of the phone, not only due to social media and gettin side tracked to other apps, but also not having the videos automatically stored in my gallery in the midst of all my random screenshots and random pictures makes watching them so more special.
Great video as always! I was a day one adopter of the OP3 and it's been by far the easiest recommendation to people wanting to get into video and the biggest "game changer" product in my bag! Truly outstanding piece of gear and I can't wait to see what the eventual OP4 and competition bring to the table!
You are my absolute favorite tech video creator! You are unbelievably relatable, down to earth, are such a good story teller, and just seem SO pleasant!!!!
I was influenced on this camera as well and DEFINITELY shocked it was one of a kind upon purchase. Totally agree that we are soon to see this market explode and I'm excited!
I honestly can’t recall any other UA-camr/creator/reviewer mention buying used. On top of that saying to rent a camera! You’re amazing and I am loving your videos ❤
great video! love the work here :) ngl osmo pocket 3 literally brought me out of depression - I was a filmmaker who suffered a horrific burnout (who pretty much lost their career post 2020) im now happier than ever. got a channel literally dedicated to documenting my life on it now - and its exactly that idea that you can pick it up, turn it on and film. my depression altered my mood so I couldn't film anymore without feeling intense internal anguish...and then this funny looking camera came along and now all I do is film again. so good!
Totally agree with you. For my first 6 months on UA-cam i used my iPhone (still do for B-roll) but the first "real" camera i bought was the Osmo Pocket 3 (also the creator combo) and i've used in every video since. It truly is perfect for youtubers, and the benefit of having a dedicated camera is huge. The fact that it connects to the DJI Mic 2 directly and automatically is brilliant as you can get started filming easily and be sure to have great sound. I also like the 32-bit audio backup-recording that you can set the mic to record automatically - it has saved me a few times when the wireless connection got disturbed from some reason. I had to make a MacGyver like mount our of an old phone clamp, gaffa-tape and some plastic straws 😂 to mount it behind my teleprompter at the right height, but hey, it works 😉
I grabbed one for two reasons - the first, it's not my phone so I don't baby it when I leave it somewhere to film and I don't have to worry about dropping it, and secondly I can pass it to someone with 0 experience and they can get nice stable footage too! It's a great little device
Great video Becca, I know you from the Verge but didn’t know you had this channel. Great journalism on this. You have your unbiased opinion. God bless you! Will be back for more of your content here!
I create car reviews, and I currently use the Pocket 3 for rolling shots with a tow hook mount. I’d say it’s a solid performer-so good, in fact, that even at 80 MPH, it manages to lock focus and keep the subject stable. The only drawback is the camera's reliance on a mobile sensor, which means it leans heavily on software for image processing. While it works well, it’s not quite on par with what you’d expect from a dedicated full-frame camera sensor. If a brand like Canon entered this space, it would push DJI to up their game.
Thank you, as always, for another entertaining and educational video Becca :) As I was watching this video I wished more of my subscriptions were as awesome as yours. Great content, perfectly shot and well edited with an upbeat attitude and unquestionable ethics. However, I realized that is what makes you and your channel stand out to me and I don't really want an army of copycats. Please keep doing what you do and best wishes from Ontario, Canada.
Your videos are SO cool Becca :) they hit this weird techy but cozy vibe that I love. Not sure if I missed this while working but wondering how they achieve that boke in the Pocket 3, it's very convicing for such small lenses. Keep up the good work
Love this Osmo Pocket 3.. it’s out of focus sometimes but in overall it’s a good device to save life memories. Btw, your hair looks perfect every time 🙌🏼👍🏼
Own it. Love it. The Pocket 3 has been an awesome addition to my kit bag and is my go-to filming device for personal projects. Great video Becca - you continue to be a superstar. Can’t wait to see what you have in the works in 2025
So I've been using the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 since it came out, and since then, it has re-ignited my interest of making videos. It really is that easy to use, low profile enough to bring and use everywhere, and it has been great for making various travel vlogs and event coverage videos! This camera really is the equivalent of waiting for the right camera to start, or restart, for a lot of people.
Becca - I too review cameras and I gotta say I absolutely love your style, so casual so effortless. Really enjoying your channel so much. Question I am also now to the point where people are sending me stuff to review, if they send you the product for free, does that automatically make it a paid video? Happy New Year
Question - I have the pocket3 and use it to shoot private gardens in the blue hour which is around 10-15 min after sunset. I move around to take videos of the private new made gardens and for ??? reason there is “jumping” as if the humble fight my turn 360 degree around jumping in steps. I tried changing the gimble mode however I get the same result
Bought the 1,2 and 3. Have used them all to within an inch of their lives for touchtennis events to get slow mo from courtside. Such a great review and lovely message at the end.
Love that you bought your own Osmo Pocket 3 and got a refurbished one. I wonder how many creators, especially the big ones, had to pay for it. Different brand, but I hear way too many things about Insta360, basically buying reviews and sponsoring videos and asking creators not to disclose it. Actions like that make me lose trust in some creators. That being said, I do want creators to make good money for the value they bring. I have debated the Pocket 3, thinking at this point I just wait for the 4 to come out. Always enjoy your videos. thanks!
I bought one last year June and can't recommend more! Amazing HDR 4k 60fps travel videos I made with it! Perfect memories of our trip in San Francisco and lake Tahoe!
I've had the Pocket 3 since it first came out, and it's been a work horse in my kit both personally and professionally. I've saved a lot of time and my back using this camera.
I got the OP3 for my YT channel so I can film anywhere and not need my desk as much, in addition, it's also a great WebCam for teaching, as I move a lot when teaching, and the camera tracks me perfectly. The versatility is amazing, I barely use my sony zv-1 anymore. Oh and the mic, absolute game changer, connects instantly for great audio, so good infact, I forgot my Rode Video NTG a few times and didn't notice.
It’s perfect but… storing it is an issue. The gimbal is too exposed if not in its case. But even in its case, the lens (gimbal) tends to flip outwards revealing and potentially scratching the lens. There are new 3-party cases that protect against this but those fall short because, while gimbal/lens are locked in place, record/joystic buttons aren’t protected making it possible to turn ON you P3 with the gimbal unable to move thus damaging the motors. However, there’s one design I purchased recently and solves all these problems plus offers additional storage for nd/pl/mist filters. I’m not a reviewer channel but I might make a short about.
Regarding that wide-angle lens: To me, one of the most compelling features of the current GoPro Hero Black is the snap-on anamorphic lens that automatically puts the device into anamorphic mode when you attach it. I wonder if we will ever see anamorphic come to the Osmo Pocket line (or if people would even want it).
The ONLY issue I have with vlogging on my Sony ZVE1 is because it’s sooooooo noticeable (especially with a mic on top 🥴) but the quality that comes out of it has beaten anything i’ve had before I can totally see why people love this little gadget. The fact that the quality is superb is just the icing on the cake honestly I feel like if the quality wasn’t that great people would’ve still used it because of its form factor “not so in your face”ness 😊
Another fantastic video Becca! Absolutely love the storytelling in every one of your videos. I also wanted to ask one question: How does the Osmo Pocket 3 handle cold weather, especially when you’re wearing gloves?
Bought the camera last September and I have been starting to upload more on UA-cam with it! Nice video! What I love about it is that I can quickly shoot by just flipping the screen.
glad you discussed the recent sponsorship problem. i’m having a hard time trusting anything from DJI or Insta360 at the moment because a majority of the content in my feed (particularly short-form) has been paid for by these companies - particularly with comparison videos that aren’t strictly marked as sponsored but seem to deliberately leave out major competitors or hype up ai features and other things that seem to be on a marketing team’s checklist. i feel like there needs to be better transparency on yt about what is a short product showcase in an ad read vs basically a paid demo for the whole video btw i feel like you’ve done a great job with sponsorship transparency so far becca so keep it up :)
If this was the 00’s, I’d definitely be considered that camcorder dad lol! I picked up an OP3 at the start of last year just to get better videos of my kids and family events than using my phone and always using my big Zhiyun gimbal for it. It has been a game changer! Just for the priceless memories it’s captured ALONE makes this camera worth it! Going back and watching videos I’ve taken of my son with my phone vs the Osmo is just a huge difference. I feel like I’m reliving it more when it’s the better quality of the osmo! Not to mention the tracking makes it a lot better to make sure I never have the subject out of frame so I don’t have to constantly be monitoring my phone instead of looking at my kid and also miss being IN the moment! If DJI makes a “Osmo Pro” in the future you better believe I’d shell out some serious clams for that bad boy!
Yes, I was taken too. That was before I spent days trying to go from "register" to "log-in" on the MIMO app, being constantly rejected by the Captcha or spending hours trying to get it charged. After several frustrating days, I have finally...finally caught up with where the UA-cam influencers ACTUALLY start their DJI Osmo Pocket 3 conversation. Out of the box AND already completed the very challenging set-up. At this point the "5" rating for the DJI is off the table. 🤔
I have had one of these since they 1st came out. WANTS 1. Weather sealed 2. Full (360) Access of the camera Not sure how much more OP3 can do with it small size. Like you becky I have watched a lot of video on this particular camera. It is a good one. As always tip top video. Cheers
I needed this video to explain to colleagues and friends why the Osmo Pocket 3 works for many. $500+ is a lot of money for those who want to get into vlogging or already invested in gear for work. I shoot social content and news segments. Does the job but I still reach for my Canon 6D MK II if I have time, assistants, and luggage space. I prefer pairing mine with the Røde mics though. Thanks for this
Another great summary from Becca. Such a good story teller! How many of us have GoPros in a drawer somewhere, after thinking they could handle all these aspects of content creation? GP had a few years' start and seemed to lose their way. Osmo and Insta360 are currently much more interesting.
Picked my up at Sam's Club for $499, the only extras I needed were the mini tripod and a Mic Mini so I basically got the bulk of the creator combo for about $100 less. I really am having so much fun with my OP3! I've been trying to do more vertical work and setting up/tearing down my Nikon Z30 has been a pain. Still love my mirrorless cameras for radical m traditional talking head but vlogging and verticals make the Pocket 3 the perfect tool for me
Exactly! And dang, good move on the build-your-own creator combo. I rarely use a lot of what came in there. Though, the battery grip has come in handy.
Great video, watching all your content for years for the great reviews. Nice to see you're now on your own, good luck and keep us informed as you've done over the last years. Thanks for that. I use my insta360 X2 for a few years and it's nice for daily video and the possibility to change the fov after. What I missed was a camera for night shots (in a club, on a busy street, etc) that was discreet. Of course a proper phone can shot well in these conditions but once you move the content becomes unusable. I've owned the pocket 1 but after a few years the sensor of my phone was bigger than this camera, so I sold it. The pocket 2 was not so much of an upgrade but once the pocket 3 launched I was in love and bought it instantly. I use it in dark spots with a mist lens on it and it works great. Yes there is grain, but I rather have natural grain instead of unnatural strange movement/jelly effect in my video in the dark.
Last year, I used to bring 2x 4k Sony cams with us for vlogs. This year, we just use the Osmo Pocket 3 + either a phone or an action cam. So much easier and the quality is damn near 90% as good. Edit: AND I can upload the footage from the mimo app via my phone to my editor while I am STILL out is insane.
Greetings from Turkey. Thanks for the review. I have been using Canon EOS R6 for a long time. I bought DJI OSMO POCKET 3 because it is practical and small. I took many shots and the result pleased me. I recommend it. It is now my second favorite camera after my DJI MINI 4 PRO drone.
Amazing content as always. Have you ever taken this to a concert? I'm curious how it would perform with low light in the concert setting and can it zoom well?
7:15 I don't know if you did it on purpose, but I was amused that when you were talking about the sponsorship worries, you switched audio from I360 to DJI at the point between "paid praise" and "genuine love" 🤣🤣🤣
I love it but I have two gripes. 1- glamour effects. I like using them very subtly and learned the hard way that you can't just download the footage with effects straight off the OP3 to your desktop. That footage has to be downloaded via the DJI Mimo app to your phone FIRST, then you can offload it to your computer. Not only does this take ages to do (based on how many clips you have), but it might not actually download all footage in one go. Add insult to injury - the file name and ordering is different than the other footage so once it's all on your computer or external harddrive, it's all out of order. Massive headache and annoying that we can't get something so simple figured out! 2- black bars. This might be a me thing but recently I've noticed that as soon as I hit record, these black horizontal bars show up on screen that flicker and roll down. Have no clue what I'm doing wrong (I'm using auto settings, FYI) so that's definitely annoying. And a bonus - I wish the panning and zooming controls were separate and not in one space that you have to click to access everytime. A physically button on the body would be helpful. If anyone has any help or tips on the glamour effects or file ordering or the black bars, I'd appreciate it!!
So what camera company is going to come out with a Pocket-like camera next...? You know who my money is on!
And thanks again to Hohem, with their iSteady M7 gimbal, for sponsoring this video! Use the link in my bio to grab yours~
What if Sony found a way to take the idea of the RX0 but make it for the ZV line? Maybe the ZV-0? Whether they go the gimbal route or actually give it IBIS may be up for grabs, but I think it would still be a little more expensive than the standard Pocket 3 combo. Maybe $649 to split the differences with the ZV-1F and ZV-1 II and the original ZV-1 gets discontinued?
Insta360, Sony, GoPro but I wouldn't be surprised if Google/Meta opted into this market.
With all of this talk about the OP3 killer coming from a different company, it'll be interesting to see if DJI rests on their laurels or comes out with the Osmo Pocket 4 and starts giving all of the OP3 folks FOMO.
I'm a commercial director with 20 years of experience, you are so good in storytelling! I have to learn from u also at my age :)
that's high praise! wowee thank you!
+ that ! this is BEYOND infotainment, we need to coin a new word
This is the singular best piece of videography equipment made in 10 years. It’s frictionless use is the best thing, great quality and low light capability. The engineering is phenomenal. I have a ZVE1 with £3000 of lenses but I haven’t used them since I got this. Because it’s easier to take everywhere, I am just shooting more, and that’s what it is all about.
I find low light great, I just used it to film a hotel in Abu Dhabi on my channel with lots of low light. I set the ISO 0-800 max and find that is good enough for night streets, inside restaurants etc and low noise. I do not use low light mode. Sharpness -3, noise reduction -1.
I like that this video doesn’t get too technical about the specs of the camera, but instead tells the story of why so many people have gravitated towards it. Speaking of which, I’m off to search used listings just for my own curiosity.
I picked one up to film videos of my kids and it's been amazing for that. Way better quality than my phone and I'm not using up my phone storage or trying to figure out how to dump that footage off the phone elsewhere. Lowkey one of the best features is the ability to use the USB-C port to add in external audio w/o using DJI's mics. I love the small form factor of the Hollyland Lark M2 and with the fun sticker they include it makes it super easy to get my toddlers to wear a "smiley face button" that is actually capturing pristine audio directly to the Pocket 3. Huge parenting win.
I prefer the larger screen of the phone for this kind of filming. Otherwise it’s a z6iii
You nailed it in the beginning, for anyone who cares about video you spend the time and money with rigging the right setup which includes camera supports, lens and focusing systems, remote monitoring, audio and timecode and scene lighting. The OSMO Pocket 3 Creator Combo cuts out the majority of the setup with the camera and mic combo, just add your lighting, flip the screen, set everything to manual, record in D-LogM, toss on an ND Filter and you are off to the races to creating a great image.
I've been a photographer since 1996, done "tonnes" of UA-cam videos, livestreaming, vlogs, client productions etc. = you quickly end up being quite a "gear aficionado". So yes, I have "all the crazy high end gear". When you haven't tried the Pocket 3, it's very easy to snub if off because "it's just a toy", "no way this can compete with my Sony A1, right?" - in REALITY, though, things are not quite that simple. YES, high end gear will give you a better quality recordings if you know how to get there and have the time. It just turns out that the Pocket 3 is good ENOUGH, so it REALLY beats the "better gear" in sheer usability / speed of obtaining the "good enough" recordings. At first, I bought the Pocket 3 to use for vlogging on my client productions (for my own channel) but over time, Ive used it for more and more "real" productions. It fits in my trousers pockets (not kidding) so I bring it everywhere and it's just SO easy to get great results. I will be getting the Pocket 4 the second it's released.
I have an osmo pocket 3 and I love it as a camera, I recently took it skiing just to see how well it would handle that and it worked flawlessly and the footage looked so much better than my gopro (just don't fall, that would probably break it). That said, one thing that I found extremely annoying is when it's new you basically need to unlock it with the app to use it at all, and the app isn't even on the play store which does not inspire me with confidence
The Pocket 3 has become my go-to camera for travel since I got it. I've always been a fan of moving shots since back in the glidecam days, and now with this one, I already stopped using my main gimbal with my Sony camera and actually now I'm able to use my Sony camera more for photography which I also love doing. Totally a win win situation with this little camera.
I literally got this Day 1.. I now use it more than any camera I own, including the FX3... so versatile and small, amazing footage.
This (your video) is what I LOVE about UA-cam. First, because I'd just bought an OP3 the algorithm sent you to me. You weren't the first OP3 video I watched, but when I did; WOW OMG!! I thought how freakin' good is this girl. In a dearth of UA-cam videos, yours stood out like a beacon in the night. It was conceived and written in advance and then executed so well. And next, I did exactly what the algorithm (and you) want me to do. I went to your channel and watched your intro video and I understood why you are so good. You're an F'n stone cold pro already. As an aspiring creator I learned just as much from watching how you craft a video as I did from the product itself. So kudos to you Becca. Keep on rockin' it, you're gonna be big!
I am not using one of these since I have a fleet of larger cameras and my phone (but then again, I don't do much in the way of "vlogging"), but I did snag the iSteady M7 after you mention of it before the holidays and wowza! That thing is a great phone gimbal with a lot of really cool features.
You continue to really bring it on this channel, Becca, and I am so happy for you and what you are doing now.
You are the ONLY person that shows the camera calibration on the Hohem M7. You actually made the M7 camera useful for me. Thank you, Becca, for always offering new info, even with your sponsorships. My refurb pocket 3 is set to be delivered today. Prosperity to you in the new year :)
This is great content! Well shot and you're so well spoken, getting directly to the point with the most essential amount of information easily available but peppering personal fun clips. I'm subbed now. This Osmo review is a breath of fresh air amongst long winded diatribes waxing poetic. Love the video.
Something that I enjoy in a camera review is testing the camera, no matter what camera it is, in the studio lightining. Sometimes we think the expensive mirrorless cameras are good just for itself, but the lights have a great impact on it. And when we are deciding should I buy this camera or the most expensive one this tests are very important, because a person who its not a photographer or videographer buy the expensive camera and gets frustrated for not nowing that lights sometimes are more important than the camera itself. And I`m really happy that you do this every review thanks *-*
That IS a perfect snow angel! 😆 Great video!
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Funny, am I the only one seeing two angels in that shot?
I’ve had one for over a year now (I think) and it’s been brilliant! I film stuff for my tiny channel with the family at theme parks etc, therefore a traditional camera just doesn’t work, it’s too big and takes too long to set up. I needed something small and quick to set up to capture the quick shots! Just flip screen and you are going! Plus with the creator combo the mic is amazing! No more having to use the transmitter to plug into my phone etc
I had the Osmo Pocket 1 when it was initially released, and the influence for the Osmo 3 is so strong that I considered it even though I haven't used the Osmo 1 in months
Same… thou I haven’t used mine in over a year. It’s just sitting in its case gathering dust. Over the last 2 years, I have drifted away from video and moved primarily onto stills only. Sony is the way to go!
Me: *checking the price*
Becca: "so you're probably checking the price right about now.."
😂😂
Costco has a bundle for 500. Granted not the same as the creator bundle but an incredible value
Love the storytelling and the sincerity of your videos. Keep up the good work Becca!!!!
Great video, Becca! 😁
I bought one a couple of months ago as I had 2 trips planned and also wanted something to film my life (even though I’m not a UA-camr or influencer, nothing beats going down memory lane like watching your random life clips).
Can say it was one of th best purchases I’ve done. So good to pick this up instead of the phone, not only due to social media and gettin side tracked to other apps, but also not having the videos automatically stored in my gallery in the midst of all my random screenshots and random pictures makes watching them so more special.
Great video as always! I was a day one adopter of the OP3 and it's been by far the easiest recommendation to people wanting to get into video and the biggest "game changer" product in my bag! Truly outstanding piece of gear and I can't wait to see what the eventual OP4 and competition bring to the table!
You are my absolute favorite tech video creator! You are unbelievably relatable, down to earth, are such a good story teller, and just seem SO pleasant!!!!
I was influenced on this camera as well and DEFINITELY shocked it was one of a kind upon purchase. Totally agree that we are soon to see this market explode and I'm excited!
YOU'RE THE BEST! Happy New Year!
you have a very good screen presence and the way you talk, it really makes watching a review video engaging
The image quality comparisonat 1:49 is incredible. Quite a big difference in sharpness and detail
I honestly can’t recall any other UA-camr/creator/reviewer mention buying used. On top of that saying to rent a camera!
You’re amazing and I am loving your videos ❤
Your storytelling is sooooo good, and along with tha visuals I can’t believe how much I enjoy your videos. Sending love ❤
great video! love the work here :) ngl osmo pocket 3 literally brought me out of depression - I was a filmmaker who suffered a horrific burnout (who pretty much lost their career post 2020) im now happier than ever. got a channel literally dedicated to documenting my life on it now - and its exactly that idea that you can pick it up, turn it on and film. my depression altered my mood so I couldn't film anymore without feeling intense internal anguish...and then this funny looking camera came along and now all I do is film again. so good!
The pocket 3 has been game changing for creating content on the go. I absolutely love it.
Becca!! Happy New Year!! Keep growing and telling amazing stories. Best of everything!!
Your videos are top tier. I have 0 interesting in the product but damn your vids are well produced and chill to watch.
Totally agree with you. For my first 6 months on UA-cam i used my iPhone (still do for B-roll) but the first "real" camera i bought was the Osmo Pocket 3 (also the creator combo) and i've used in every video since. It truly is perfect for youtubers, and the benefit of having a dedicated camera is huge. The fact that it connects to the DJI Mic 2 directly and automatically is brilliant as you can get started filming easily and be sure to have great sound. I also like the 32-bit audio backup-recording that you can set the mic to record automatically - it has saved me a few times when the wireless connection got disturbed from some reason. I had to make a MacGyver like mount our of an old phone clamp, gaffa-tape and some plastic straws 😂 to mount it behind my teleprompter at the right height, but hey, it works 😉
I grabbed one for two reasons - the first, it's not my phone so I don't baby it when I leave it somewhere to film and I don't have to worry about dropping it, and secondly I can pass it to someone with 0 experience and they can get nice stable footage too! It's a great little device
Great video Becca, I know you from the Verge but didn’t know you had this channel. Great journalism on this. You have your unbiased opinion. God bless you! Will be back for more of your content here!
Great video and review as always Becca! 🙌
I'm also saving for the creator bundle right now. this camera is awesome, but i hope that the OP4 will be waterproof.
I create car reviews, and I currently use the Pocket 3 for rolling shots with a tow hook mount. I’d say it’s a solid performer-so good, in fact, that even at 80 MPH, it manages to lock focus and keep the subject stable.
The only drawback is the camera's reliance on a mobile sensor, which means it leans heavily on software for image processing. While it works well, it’s not quite on par with what you’d expect from a dedicated full-frame camera sensor. If a brand like Canon entered this space, it would push DJI to up their game.
Thank you, as always, for another entertaining and educational video Becca :)
As I was watching this video I wished more of my subscriptions were as awesome as yours. Great content, perfectly shot and well edited with an upbeat attitude and unquestionable ethics. However, I realized that is what makes you and your channel stand out to me and I don't really want an army of copycats. Please keep doing what you do and best wishes from Ontario, Canada.
Your videos are SO cool Becca :) they hit this weird techy but cozy vibe that I love. Not sure if I missed this while working but wondering how they achieve that boke in the Pocket 3, it's very convicing for such small lenses. Keep up the good work
Love this Osmo Pocket 3.. it’s out of focus sometimes but in overall it’s a good device to save life memories. Btw, your hair looks perfect every time 🙌🏼👍🏼
Own it. Love it. The Pocket 3 has been an awesome addition to my kit bag and is my go-to filming device for personal projects.
Great video Becca - you continue to be a superstar. Can’t wait to see what you have in the works in 2025
First time I've watched you outside of Verge, really enjoying this, I have one in the mail but reassured my purchase 😅
So I've been using the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 since it came out, and since then, it has re-ignited my interest of making videos. It really is that easy to use, low profile enough to bring and use everywhere, and it has been great for making various travel vlogs and event coverage videos! This camera really is the equivalent of waiting for the right camera to start, or restart, for a lot of people.
I kept avoiding reviews of this camera, but this was worthwhile. Great job 😃
Incredible storytelling in a gadget review!!!
I absolutely enjoyed watching. 😊
Becca - I too review cameras and I gotta say I absolutely love your style, so casual so effortless. Really enjoying your channel so much. Question I am also now to the point where people are sending me stuff to review, if they send you the product for free, does that automatically make it a paid video? Happy New Year
Question - I have the pocket3 and use it to shoot private gardens in the blue hour which is around 10-15 min after sunset. I move around to take videos of the private new made gardens and for ??? reason there is “jumping” as if the humble fight my turn 360 degree around jumping in steps. I tried changing the gimble mode however I get the same result
You’re becoming one of my fav UA-camrs to watch!
Becca you’re one is the only UA-camrs that makes me excited every time I see an upload.
Keep it up bud 😃🔥
Fell in love with your video style. Keep it up
Bought the 1,2 and 3. Have used them all to within an inch of their lives for touchtennis events to get slow mo from courtside. Such a great review and lovely message at the end.
Love that you bought your own Osmo Pocket 3 and got a refurbished one. I wonder how many creators, especially the big ones, had to pay for it. Different brand, but I hear way too many things about Insta360, basically buying reviews and sponsoring videos and asking creators not to disclose it. Actions like that make me lose trust in some creators. That being said, I do want creators to make good money for the value they bring. I have debated the Pocket 3, thinking at this point I just wait for the 4 to come out. Always enjoy your videos. thanks!
I bought one last year June and can't recommend more! Amazing HDR 4k 60fps travel videos I made with it! Perfect memories of our trip in San Francisco and lake Tahoe!
Just got one recently and I'm with you. It's a great camera, flaws and all!
Love motion lapses on the pocket 3 , Hate that I don’t use it more often. Great video!
I've had the Pocket 3 since it first came out, and it's been a work horse in my kit both personally and professionally. I've saved a lot of time and my back using this camera.
Thanks for the upload! Happy new year!
I got the OP3 for my YT channel so I can film anywhere and not need my desk as much, in addition, it's also a great WebCam for teaching, as I move a lot when teaching, and the camera tracks me perfectly. The versatility is amazing, I barely use my sony zv-1 anymore. Oh and the mic, absolute game changer, connects instantly for great audio, so good infact, I forgot my Rode Video NTG a few times and didn't notice.
It’s perfect but… storing it is an issue. The gimbal is too exposed if not in its case. But even in its case, the lens (gimbal) tends to flip outwards revealing and potentially scratching the lens.
There are new 3-party cases that protect against this but those fall short because, while gimbal/lens are locked in place, record/joystic buttons aren’t protected making it possible to turn ON you P3 with the gimbal unable to move thus damaging the motors.
However, there’s one design I purchased recently and solves all these problems plus offers additional storage for nd/pl/mist filters.
I’m not a reviewer channel but I might make a short about.
Happy New Year, Becca looking forward to another year of reviews from you. THX
Regarding that wide-angle lens: To me, one of the most compelling features of the current GoPro Hero Black is the snap-on anamorphic lens that automatically puts the device into anamorphic mode when you attach it. I wonder if we will ever see anamorphic come to the Osmo Pocket line (or if people would even want it).
The ONLY issue I have with vlogging on my Sony ZVE1 is because it’s sooooooo noticeable (especially with a mic on top 🥴) but the quality that comes out of it has beaten anything i’ve had before
I can totally see why people love this little gadget. The fact that the quality is superb is just the icing on the cake honestly I feel like if the quality wasn’t that great people would’ve still used it because of its form factor “not so in your face”ness 😊
My Osmo 3 arrives next week! A great sale they had on Amaxon was too big to pass up! Can't wait!
I've had it for 3 weeks and finally get it. After DSLR and Go Pro overheating during production, I live pocket 3. Great Energy in the video too!
Another fantastic video Becca! Absolutely love the storytelling in every one of your videos.
I also wanted to ask one question: How does the Osmo Pocket 3 handle cold weather, especially when you’re wearing gloves?
Bought the camera last September and I have been starting to upload more on UA-cam with it! Nice video!
What I love about it is that I can quickly shoot by just flipping the screen.
Happy new year Becca.
glad you discussed the recent sponsorship problem. i’m having a hard time trusting anything from DJI or Insta360 at the moment because a majority of the content in my feed (particularly short-form) has been paid for by these companies - particularly with comparison videos that aren’t strictly marked as sponsored but seem to deliberately leave out major competitors or hype up ai features and other things that seem to be on a marketing team’s checklist. i feel like there needs to be better transparency on yt about what is a short product showcase in an ad read vs basically a paid demo for the whole video
btw i feel like you’ve done a great job with sponsorship transparency so far becca so keep it up :)
If this was the 00’s, I’d definitely be considered that camcorder dad lol! I picked up an OP3 at the start of last year just to get better videos of my kids and family events than using my phone and always using my big Zhiyun gimbal for it. It has been a game changer! Just for the priceless memories it’s captured ALONE makes this camera worth it! Going back and watching videos I’ve taken of my son with my phone vs the Osmo is just a huge difference. I feel like I’m reliving it more when it’s the better quality of the osmo! Not to mention the tracking makes it a lot better to make sure I never have the subject out of frame so I don’t have to constantly be monitoring my phone instead of looking at my kid and also miss being IN the moment! If DJI makes a “Osmo Pro” in the future you better believe I’d shell out some serious clams for that bad boy!
I love mine, it’s great! Thank you for your enthusiasm and genuine review! Great work.
Just the best reviews! Amazing as always! ❤❤
like yesterday i started getting videos about it and began thinking of buying it. and now your vid... thanks!
Love the story telling as always. Did a full review on the bad and hacks on this.
Yes, I was taken too. That was before I spent days trying to go from "register" to "log-in" on the MIMO app, being constantly rejected by the Captcha or spending hours trying to get it charged.
After several frustrating days, I have finally...finally caught up with where the UA-cam influencers ACTUALLY start their DJI Osmo Pocket 3 conversation. Out of the box AND already completed the very challenging set-up. At this point the "5" rating for the DJI is off the table. 🤔
Wow thanks for making this video! I’m convinced and considering switching from using my iPhone for video
You are on fire! You are so good at this and you have great hair. Well done.
I have had one of these since they 1st came out.
WANTS
1. Weather sealed
2. Full (360) Access of the camera
Not sure how much more OP3 can do with it small size.
Like you becky I have watched a lot of video on this particular camera. It is a good one. As always tip top video. Cheers
I needed this video to explain to colleagues and friends why the Osmo Pocket 3 works for many. $500+ is a lot of money for those who want to get into vlogging or already invested in gear for work. I shoot social content and news segments. Does the job but I still reach for my Canon 6D MK II if I have time, assistants, and luggage space. I prefer pairing mine with the Røde mics though. Thanks for this
ALright you got me, I subbed !
No you didnt ask, but the tone of this vid and overflowing wholesomeness of your b-roll straight up compellled me XD XD
Love it becca! Continue the great work
Another great summary from Becca. Such a good story teller!
How many of us have GoPros in a drawer somewhere, after thinking they could handle all these aspects of content creation? GP had a few years' start and seemed to lose their way. Osmo and Insta360 are currently much more interesting.
Really like the enthusiasm and energy your share your knowledge with
Love your genuine review ❤ great shots and as always great story telling
Picked my up at Sam's Club for $499, the only extras I needed were the mini tripod and a Mic Mini so I basically got the bulk of the creator combo for about $100 less. I really am having so much fun with my OP3! I've been trying to do more vertical work and setting up/tearing down my Nikon Z30 has been a pain. Still love my mirrorless cameras for radical m traditional talking head but vlogging and verticals make the Pocket 3 the perfect tool for me
Exactly! And dang, good move on the build-your-own creator combo. I rarely use a lot of what came in there. Though, the battery grip has come in handy.
Great video, watching all your content for years for the great reviews. Nice to see you're now on your own, good luck and keep us informed as you've done over the last years. Thanks for that.
I use my insta360 X2 for a few years and it's nice for daily video and the possibility to change the fov after. What I missed was a camera for night shots (in a club, on a busy street, etc) that was discreet. Of course a proper phone can shot well in these conditions but once you move the content becomes unusable. I've owned the pocket 1 but after a few years the sensor of my phone was bigger than this camera, so I sold it. The pocket 2 was not so much of an upgrade but once the pocket 3 launched I was in love and bought it instantly. I use it in dark spots with a mist lens on it and it works great. Yes there is grain, but I rather have natural grain instead of unnatural strange movement/jelly effect in my video in the dark.
Ayo, Becca, we're still here with you! Glad to see you and the channel grow. I hope to see a Switch 2 review!
I absolutely love the pace and style of your videos, I don’t have to be interested in a product to be entertained by you! Thank You 🫶🏻
I share the same love for this camera. This is so good! Great video
Make sure that your DJI Mic firmware is fully up-to-date, it sounds super funky and the audio quality was improved in the last update!
Last year, I used to bring 2x 4k Sony cams with us for vlogs.
This year, we just use the Osmo Pocket 3 + either a phone or an action cam. So much easier and the quality is damn near 90% as good.
Edit: AND I can upload the footage from the mimo app via my phone to my editor while I am STILL out is insane.
Couldn’t agree more 🌟 perfect summation!
Greetings from Turkey. Thanks for the review. I have been using Canon EOS R6 for a long time. I bought DJI OSMO POCKET 3 because it is practical and small. I took many shots and the result pleased me. I recommend it. It is now my second favorite camera after my DJI MINI 4 PRO drone.
Amazing content as always.
Have you ever taken this to a concert? I'm curious how it would perform with low light in the concert setting and can it zoom well?
7:15 I don't know if you did it on purpose, but I was amused that when you were talking about the sponsorship worries, you switched audio from I360 to DJI at the point between "paid praise" and "genuine love" 🤣🤣🤣
Great video, you hit the nail on the head but I would add that it has great audio to go with the normally ok video qualty.
I love it but I have two gripes. 1- glamour effects. I like using them very subtly and learned the hard way that you can't just download the footage with effects straight off the OP3 to your desktop. That footage has to be downloaded via the DJI Mimo app to your phone FIRST, then you can offload it to your computer. Not only does this take ages to do (based on how many clips you have), but it might not actually download all footage in one go. Add insult to injury - the file name and ordering is different than the other footage so once it's all on your computer or external harddrive, it's all out of order. Massive headache and annoying that we can't get something so simple figured out! 2- black bars. This might be a me thing but recently I've noticed that as soon as I hit record, these black horizontal bars show up on screen that flicker and roll down. Have no clue what I'm doing wrong (I'm using auto settings, FYI) so that's definitely annoying. And a bonus - I wish the panning and zooming controls were separate and not in one space that you have to click to access everytime. A physically button on the body would be helpful. If anyone has any help or tips on the glamour effects or file ordering or the black bars, I'd appreciate it!!
You can reduce the hunting of focus with product showcase mode and then pressing for the focus
Happy New Year!
And yeah you caught me, I was literally looking up the price bc it does fall into a category where I would make use of it. :D