DJI Osmo Pocket 3

If you want cinema-style video from something you can actually fit in a jacket pocket, this is the class of camera to look at — small, steady and built for single-operator vlogging, travel clips and quick social videos. It targets creators who need better low-light performance and switching between horizontal and vertical framing without lugging a mirrorless camera. ## What makes it worth it The Pocket 3 pairs a 1" stacked CMOS sensor with full-pixel PDAF, giving noticeably cleaner low-light footage and faster subject lock than older pocket gimbals; DJI says it can record uncropped 4K up to 120fps for slow-motion that keeps field-of-view. The three-axis mechanical gimbal is still the secret sauce — handheld motion is far smoother than electronic-only stabilisation — and the rotatable 2" touchscreen makes framing vertical reels quick. For editing, D‑Log M plus 10‑bit color depth gives a real advantage over phone capture, and stereo audio plus native support for DJI Mic transmitters keeps sound usable for on-the-go vlogs. ## Where it falls short Battery life is only average for sustained 4K shooting (expect roughly two hours in normal use and worse performance in cold weather) and the Pocket 3 isn’t weatherproof or as rugged as an action cam, so it’s a poor choice for wet or extreme sports. The price also sits well above many pocket alternatives, and you’ll likely need at least one paid accessory (microphone or tripod handle) to get a full vlogging setup. Buy this if you want the best pocket-stabilised video and color for travel and social content and can accept limited weather resistance; skip it if you mainly shoot underwater, need swappable long-life batteries, or want a rugged action camera.

£348.99