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00:00 - Intro
01:05 - Why I am Making This Video
01:51 - What is the Best Vlogging Camera?
02:41 - DJI Pocket 3 Image Quality
03:15 - DJI Pocket 3 is Small & Light
03:44 - DJI Pocket 3 Low Light Capability
05:16 - DJI Pocket 3 Face Tracking & AF
06:56 - DJI Pocket 3 Battery Life
07:39 - DJI Pocket 3 Digital Zoom
08:15 - DJI Pocket 3 Audio & Wireless Mic II
10:19 - Sponsored Segment
11:24 - DJI Pocket 3 Negatives
12:53 - DJI Pocket 3 Weather Sealing
13:24 - DJI Pocket 3 Annoying Pop Ups
13:53 - The Real Problem with the Pocket 3
16:17 - DJI Pocket 3 Conclusion

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[ThomasHeatonPhoto]

I realise that in this video I failed to go over my DJI history, which led to my conclusion. See below:

Phantom 4 - great. No issues.

Mavic 1 - encountered fly always & it was glitchy.

Mavic Air - perfect, until one day it began moving by itself, a lot. I lost confidence.

DJI Osmo Action - Bricked after a month of light use. Had to send back for repair.

Wireless Mics - Amazing, until the receiver stopped taking a charge. Sent back for repair after 3 months.

Mavic Air 2 - no issues. Love it.

Pocket 3 - broke down at the worst possible time. Unexplained & not weather related.

So, why do I keep buying them? Because they're so good!!! It's worth the uncertainty 😂

[mechineylee]

This is a comedy show! “I cant recommend buying 1… but buy 2” freaking hilarious. I have one and I love that thing!

[PaulRankinYT]

Been using the Pocket 3 since launch and not had a single hiccup out of it, such a shame you had an issue coz for me it’s absolutely the best portable vlogging cam on the market

[DJISupportGlobal]

Hello @ThomasHeatonPhoto, we apologize for the negative experience you have had with your Osmo Pocket 3. This is not the kind of experience we wish our customers to have. May I know if the issue with your device has been resolved? Did you sent it back to us for inspection? Please let us know so that we could assist you further. Thank you.

[TheAnvil]

If you don’t like the framing of the automatic face tracking, just use dynamic framing. There you can set your desired position in the frame.
Works perfect.

[itsalexclark]

Apologies if this was already said in the comments. The reason the old DJI MIC can’t connect to the pocket three is BECAUSE it does not have Bluetooth in it. The pocket three connects to DJI Mic to easily because they connect over Bluetooth. I could be wrong, but I don’t think there is a radio frequency receiver in the pocket three.

[AndiGomez-yudx]

And that's precisely why DJI offers products better suited for your specific use case scenario. It's important to remember that the Osmo Pocket 3 isn't designed for sub-zero temperatures, high-altitude environments, or to be waterproof. Regrettably, Your review falls short by not choosing a camera that's more appropriate for vlogging in such conditions. Considering your experience and expertise in the field, one would expect you to have made a more informed decision.

[barryvideos]

Love every DJI product that I ever bought. Mini Mavic, Mini 2, Mini 3 Pro, Osmo 4, Osmo 6 and Pocket 3.

[FocusFlowBySuzannahMary]

I'm a fellow YouTuber/Landscape Photographer and I use the new DJI Osmo pocket 3. I've just upgraded from the Osmo 1 so it's a huge jump! far I've had no issues with filming, I use DJI mic's (not compatible with the OSMO) which I still use, I just match the audio with the video separately no issues. I know your. OSMO malfunctioned in Mongolia, have you thought about replacing it via DJI if you might have a glitchy cam? I think the pros out wieght thr cons and a bit like Wedding photography, you always shoot with two cameras in case one fails at the crucible moment. Fantastic video series in Mongolia, loved your painterly images

[davidshannon]

Hi Thomas. After your review, I immediately rushed out and bought one. Absolutely awesome!

[Thetravelphotocoach]

Best line of the video “it’s some voodoo shit”. thanks Thomas for making me laugh 😆

[dunnadidit]

6:20 - I was annoyed with this at first too, but when you're setting up your shot if you get your face tracking locked, then use the joystick to position the face where you want it to be in the track, it seems to keep it there. So I'll get the tracking locked, then just push the joystick down a bit so I'm in that upper third area.

[lightmeetslens]

They do have a framing mode to can put your face in the top of the frame, main screen button on the left "Dynamic Framing" is what you want. However you CANNOT save that as a default, so yea, not great when needing it to work right away.
Other than the reliability issue and the mic compatibility, many of the things you mentioned can be solved by software updates only, but DJI does not have track record of making simple, quick, and intuitive user interfaces. Thanks for bringing light to the subject!

[midlifeadventuretravels]

The Mongolia trip was challenging and I think it must be remembered that the pocket 3 is not an action camera, perhaps the extreme weather and the duration of use in that environment took its toll. I have the pocket 3, it’s an awesome bit of kit but would use it selectively in those environments and switch to my action 4 at times. All tech has issues no matter what company and I have had odd issues with DJI products but their customer service on the odd time I’ve needed it has been amazing and would trust a DJI product over a GoPro one in the last 3 years! I’m sure the true review will be if we see it being used in all your future videos - which I always look forward to receiving the notification that there is a new one as always learn something from you!

[veronika]

I’ve had mine for 6 months and I absolutely love it. I do recommend it to everyone 😂 with fair warnings lol I love this video. So well put together and informative while also being funny and entertaining

[jessejayphotography]

6:19 You can face track then use joystick to place yourself anywhere in the frame and it will keep you there.
15:52 Any lithium battery will fail if cold enough. The BMS will not allow them to discharge and cause battery damage or failure.

I have a Pocket 3 and luckily I haven't had any problems you experienced. I think it is a great little camera that punches well above its weight. It has some major strengths over an action camera and of course some major minuses (no weather sealing). Now, if DJI had a receiver built-in to their OSMO action cameras then most cases would be covered.

[michaelalexanderkroiss]

Thomas taking clickbaiting to the next level! My user manual tells me not to use the camera below 0 ° Celsius and how cold was it there again?

[chrisplu]

I didn't read the hoards of comments but if you use the joystick to move the camera while in face tracking it will do it's best to keep it framed in that spot. I did find it will limit how high or low. I've just recently got it but has so far done pretty well keeping the reframe.

[TheMiniatureStudio]

Just had mine delivered the other day - so impressed with it so far. Image quality is fantastic!

[frank]

Hi Thomas, I believe your dji probably stopped working because of the extreme cold climate, although it should never be an excuse. Thanks for the review, I was contemplating getting on for my fall trip. 😊