Quick answer: The DJI Osmo Pocket 3 is a 179g handheld gimbal camera with a 1-inch CMOS sensor, a 20mm-equivalent f/2.0 lens, 3-axis mechanical stabilization, a 2-inch rotatable screen, and normal 4K recording up to 60 fps. It requires a microSD card because it has no built-in storage.
Osmo Pocket 3 at a glance
- Weight: 179g
- Dimensions: 139.7 x 42.2 x 33.5mm
- Sensor: 1-inch CMOS
- Lens: 20mm-equivalent, f/2.0
- Focus range: 0.2m to infinity
- Stabilization: 3-axis mechanical gimbal
- Normal 4K: up to 60 fps
- 4K/120: Slow Motion mode only
- Maximum video bitrate: 130 Mbps
- Storage: microSD up to 1TB
- Built-in storage: none
- Battery: built-in 1300mAh
- DJI test runtime: up to 166 minutes at 1080p/24 with Wi-Fi and screen off
- Waterproof: no
Does it need a microSD card?
Yes. DJI states that the Pocket 3 has no built-in storage. A microSD card is required to store photos and video. DJI supports cards up to 1TB and publishes a tested list that includes several U3 and V30 models.
See the Pocket 3 microSD card guide.
Can it record while charging?
Yes. DJI says Pocket 3 can be used while charging. While it is recording, the camera draws power from the external input. DJI says the internal battery is charged after recording stops.
Read the charging and battery guide.
Can it use an external microphone?
Yes. Pocket 3 can directly connect to compatible DJI Mic 2 and Mic Mini transmitters, including two transmitters for two-person recording. DJI also supports third-party microphones through USB-C digital audio or a 3.5mm adapter.
See the microphone compatibility guide.
Does it have a tripod thread?
The camera body itself uses accessories at the bottom USB-C connection. DJI’s Handle With 1/4-inch Thread provides the standard tripod connection. The Battery Handle also has a 1/4-inch thread.
See the tripod and handle guide.
Can it work as a webcam?
Yes. DJI says the Pocket 3 can connect to a computer with USB-C for file transfer or webcam use.
What does 4K/120 actually mean on Pocket 3?
DJI supports 4K/120 fps only in Slow Motion mode. It is not the normal continuous 4K mode. DJI lists an approximate single-clip maximum of 22 minutes for 4K/120 under its laboratory conditions, with a lower figure in Europe.
Why do long Pocket 3 recordings split into 16GB files?
DJI says Pocket 3 automatically starts a new file when a recording approaches 16GB. The recording itself continues, and DJI describes the split as lossless.
See why Pocket 3 splits long recordings and whether recording stops.
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