DJI Osmo Pocket Tips and Tricks

Here is a collection of tips, tricks, and hacks for the new DJI Osmo Pocket. These tips include some handy hardware hacks to allow you to mount your Osmo Pocket for time-lapses and motion-lapses until retail mounts are available. Some charging and usability tips are also included to help new users get the most out of their DJI Osmo Pocket.

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[TheAtticusFinch]

I just got one of these for 100 bucks with the WiFi adapter and the tripod adapter. Can't believe the quality of it. Excellent video, thanks friend.

[BallDogBoi]

I used the normal Osmo, and this one as well. I love this because it fits anywhere, has a touch display and is just as good as the normal one.

[mistervacation]

Can you download the video to your PC using the USB cable?

[DiggingHedmark]

I make movie when I go metal detecting and I have look at DJI Osmo Pocket. I filming on the artifacts I finds, and use my phone. Can I get closed to the artefacts with Osmo Pocket and get som good movies? Sorry for my bad English, hope u understand what I meant :)

[TravelWithKoushik]

Can I rotate it 360 degree? I am using pocket 2

[Ozpeter]

Don't pan the camera head by hand unless creating the points for moving timelapse - but you can move the tilt axis in normal modes. To mount the camera to a tripod, get a spring loaded mic clip from any music store, plus a thread adapter, and you can then screw that onto any tripod.

[PODWHEELS]

I wonder if it's possible to use a lightning extension cable to connect to a mobile phone whilst using a powerbank to charge whilst using the camera.

[goflydrone]

Brill tips, just got my osmo pocket for birthday and your tips already have improved my experience as I have iPhone 10s Max and would not connect on side with otter box case on ..the cable works a treat ..subscribed ..thks again

[bacontrees]

Questions answered and more tips I did not know after about 1 month with this...many thanks!! Subscribed!

[AggaCityGang]

Thanks for showing me I could also connect my phone to the bottom!

[WorldsFairNYC]

This is the best video I’ve seen on Osmo Pocket by far. Instant subscriber.

[AOG_Armand]

Can take your own pictures using standard and follow mode?

[Corvette-Dan]

Can you switch to selfie mode while recording and switch back?

[ColinsCapers]

Just bought the pocket1 as there very cheap now if I like it I will upgrade to the 2 or 3 👍

[mattwruff]

So I used your tip to plug in my new iPad Pro (usb-c to usb-c) which I think is pretty cool! Thanks for the tip

[EdgePrecision]

If you want a external mic. The GoPro adapter works with the Osmo.

[billB]

So if you're on Android and connect a USB C extension cable to the middle mount then you should still be able to attach a powerbank to the bottom USB C connector to have a cabled remote and power for long timelapses.

[fanvette]

Lots of great tips, I use a full size Osmo currently and love it but I’m thinking of getting something smaller like this too.

[FrayAdjacentTX]

the bottom cable trick works on Android devices just fine.... USB C to C cables work fine with Android phones that have USB C ports. For older MicroUSB ports, I've seen someone use a OTG cable connected to the Osmo Pocket, then a regular USB A to MicroUSB cable.

[tooyoungtobeold]

Thank you. I have practised some of your tips already.