DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combovs OM-D E-M10 IVvs Pentax K-3 Mark III
DJI
DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combo (2023)
From £499
Best for Content creators starting out
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Pentax
Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021)
From £1699
Best for DSLR enthusiasts & outdoor photographers
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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.
Travel & Everyday — OM-D E-M10 IV (2020): Compact Micro Four Thirds body with built-in IBIS — ideal for travellers who want stability without bulk.
Dslr Enthusiasts & Outdoor Photographers — Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021): The finest APS-C DSLR ever made — class-leading weather sealing, optical viewfinder, 5-axis IBIS, and extraordinary build for photographers committed to DSLR.
Who should buy what
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
OM-D E-M10 IV (2020)
- You're new to mirrorless and want a small, uncomplicated first camera to learn on
- You want excellent in-body stabilisation to steady handheld video and shake-prone shooting
- You're drawn to the Micro Four Thirds ecosystem and want to start at the entry level
Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021)
- You're a committed DSLR photographer with significant investment in Pentax glass
- You shoot in extreme weather conditions and place build quality and reliability above everything
- You prefer optical viewfinder performance and want the best modern APS-C DSLR available
Quick take: The pentax k-3 mark iii has the highest resolution at 26mp; the om-d e-m10 iv is the most affordable; only the pentax k-3 mark iii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combo (2023) | OM-D E-M10 IV (2020) | Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £499 | £469 | £1,699 |
| Sensor | 1-inch CMOS | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 25.7MP APS-C BSI CMOS (AA-filterless) |
| Resolution | 20.0MP | 20.3MP | 25.7MP |
| Video | 4K/120p, 4K/60p, 1080p/240p | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Face/subject tracking AF | Phase-detect + contrast detect, 121 points | SAFOX 13 phase-detect, 101-point (25 cross-type) |
| Stabilisation | 3-axis mechanical gimbal | 5-axis IBIS, 4.5 stops | 5.5-stop 5-axis IBIS (Shake Reduction III) |
| Burst Rate | 20fps | 15fps | 12fps |
| Battery Life | 166 mins video | ~360 shots (CIPA) | 800 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 179g (camera only) | 383g body only | 820g body only |
| Dimensions | 46.0 × 33.5 × 139.8mm | 121.4 × 83.6 × 49.0mm | 134.5 × 103.5 × 73.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.46× magnification | Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 1.05× magnification |
| Screen | 2.0" rotating OLED touchscreen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fixed 20mm-equiv f/2.0 lens | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KF-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single microSD | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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