DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combovs Lumix G9 IIvs Nikon Zf

GearFrame · Updated March 2026

DJI DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combo DJI DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combo (2023) From £499 Best for Content creators starting out View DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combo
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Lumix Lumix G9 II Lumix Lumix G9 II (2023) From £1499 Best for Wildlife, sports & hybrid MFT shooters View Lumix G9 II
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Nikon Nikon Zf Nikon Nikon Zf (2023) From £1699 Best for Street & travel photography View Nikon Zf

Which should you buy?

Content Creators Starting Out — DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combo (2023): The Osmo Pocket 3 with everything you need to start creating — wide-angle lens, ND filters, and tripod included for a complete creator kit.

Wildlife, Sports & Hybrid Mft Shooters — Lumix G9 II (2023): Phase-detect AF transforms the G9 II into a genuine MFT all-rounder — the best Lumix MFT camera for both stills and video.

Street & Travel Photography — Nikon Zf (2023): Full-frame performance in a stunning retro body — the Zf's 8-stop IBIS and gorgeous design make it uniquely compelling.

↓ Full specifications below

DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combo (2023)

  • You want the full solo creator setup without buying accessories separately
  • You're a travel vlogger or content creator ready to go on day one
  • You want the best value on the Pocket 3 system with essential accessories included

Lumix G9 II (2023)

  • You want the best Micro Four Thirds camera for both stills and video
  • You shoot wildlife, sports, or documentary and value the compact, lightweight MFT system
  • You're invested in the MFT lens ecosystem and want the top-tier body to go with it

Nikon Zf (2023)

  • You want full-frame quality in a compact, beautiful camera you'll genuinely love carrying
  • You appreciate analogue-inspired design alongside modern digital performance
  • You shoot street, travel, or lifestyle and want a camera that feels special to use

Quick take: The lumix g9 ii has the highest resolution at 25mp; the dji pocket 3 creator combo is the most affordable; only the lumix g9 ii, nikon zf are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.

Full specifications

Specification DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combo (2023)Lumix G9 II (2023)Nikon Zf (2023)
Price £499 £1,499 £1,699
Sensor 1-inch CMOS 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS
Resolution 20.0MP 25.2MP 24.5MP
Video 4K/120p, 4K/60p, 1080p/240p 5.8K/30p, 4K/120p, C4K/60p, V-Log 4K/30p oversampled, FHD/120p, N-Log, 10-bit
Autofocus Face/subject tracking AF Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection Phase-detect 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle)
Stabilisation 3-axis mechanical gimbal 8-stop IBIS (with OIS lenses) 5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops
Burst Rate 20fps 25fps with AF / 75fps electronic (fixed focus) 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic
Battery Life 166 mins video 680 shots (CIPA) ~380 shots (CIPA)
Weight 179g (camera only) 658g body only 710g with battery
Dimensions 46.0 × 33.5 × 139.8mm 134.3 × 100.3 × 90.5mm 144.0 × 103.0 × 49.0mm
Weather Sealed No Yes Yes
Viewfinder None 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification
Screen 2.0" rotating OLED touchscreen 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen 3.2" vari-angle touchscreen
Mount Fixed 20mm-equiv f/2.0 lens Micro Four Thirds Nikon Z-mount (full-frame)
Memory Cards Single microSD Dual SD UHS-II Single SD UHS-II slot
Connectivity USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
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