DJI Osmo Pocket 3vs Leica M11vs Sigma fp
DJI
DJI Osmo Pocket 3 (2023)
From £379
Best for Vloggers, travellers & content creators
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Sigma
Sigma fp (2019)
From £1499
Best for Creative filmmakers & experimental photographers
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Which should you buy?
Vloggers, Travellers & Content Creators — DJI Osmo Pocket 3 (2023): A 1-inch sensor on a 3-axis gimbal in a palm-sized body — the Osmo Pocket 3 makes cinematic stabilised footage as simple as pressing record.
Rangefinder Enthusiasts & Collectors — Leica M11 (2022): 60MP of full-frame resolution in the thinnest digital M ever made — the M11 is the definitive expression of Leica's rangefinder tradition.
Creative Filmmakers & Experimental Photographers — Sigma fp (2019): The smallest full-frame camera in the world — Cinema DNG RAW and L-mount flexibility in a pocket-sized body that rewards creative shooters.
Who should buy what
DJI Osmo Pocket 3 (2023)
- You travel and want cinema-quality stabilised video in your pocket
- You vlog solo and need reliable automatic subject tracking
- You want significantly better image quality than a smartphone gimbal
Leica M11 (2022)
- You shoot street, documentary, or reportage and prefer manual focus discipline
- You value a discreet, minimal camera that doesn't draw attention in public
- You're willing to invest time in the rangefinder learning curve for a uniquely rewarding experience
Sigma fp (2019)
- You're a filmmaker building a cinema rig where the smallest full-frame body is essential
- You want L-mount compatibility to pair with Sigma Art or Leica SL lenses
- You prioritise video and cinema colour over stills ergonomics and functionality
Quick take: The leica m11 has the highest resolution at 60mp; the dji osmo pocket 3 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | DJI Osmo Pocket 3 (2023) | Leica M11 (2022) | Sigma fp (2019) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £379 | £7,999 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | 1-inch CMOS | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS (Tri-resolution: 60/36/18MP) | 24.6MP full-frame Bayer CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.0MP | 60.0MP | 24.6MP |
| Video | 4K/120p, 4K/60p, 1080p/240p | None | 12-bit Cinema DNG RAW, 4K/24p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Omnidirectional obstacle sensing + face/subject tracking AF | Manual focus only (rangefinder coupled) | Contrast-detect AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | 3-axis mechanical gimbal | None | None (lens-based only) |
| Burst Rate | 20fps | 4.5fps | 18fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 166 mins video (CIPA) | 700 shots (CIPA) | 200 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 179g | 530g body only | 422g body only |
| Dimensions | 46.0 × 33.5 × 139.8mm | 138.6 × 80.0 × 38.5mm | 112.6 × 69.9 × 45.3mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None | Optical rangefinder (0.73× magnification) | None |
| Screen | 2.0" rotating OLED touchscreen | 2.3" fixed TFT LCD | 3.15" fixed touchscreen |
| Mount | Fixed 20mm-equiv f/2.0 lens | Leica M-mount | Leica L-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single microSD | Single SD UHS-II + 64GB internal storage | Single SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type B (via adapter) |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.1, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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