The original · 2018
DJI Osmo Pocket review
3.9 / 5
The camera that started the category. A tiny 1/2.3-inch sensor and a pioneering three-axis gimbal in a body barely larger than a chocolate bar. Best treated as a budget entry point.
Best features
- Pocketable pioneer of the category
- Smooth three-axis mechanical gimbal
- Simple, reliable 4K/60fps
- Lowest price on the used market
Weakest points
- Tiny 1/2.3-inch sensor
- No built-in Wi-Fi/Bluetooth (needs optional module)
- Weakest low-light
- Fewest features
Best for
Beginners and bargain hunters exploring gimbal cameras.
DJI Osmo Pocket full specs
Sensor
1/2.3" CMOSWeakest of the group
Max Photo Resolution
12MPWeakest of the group
Max Video
4K / 60fpsWeakest of the group
Color Profile
8-bitWeakest of the group
Screen
1" fixed touchWeakest of the group
Microphones
Dual micWeakest of the group
Zoom
NoneWeakest of the group
Battery Life
~140 minWeakest of the group
Weight
116 gBest in class
Connector
USB-C
Launch Price
$349Best in class
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