DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combovs OM System TG-7vs Ricoh GR IIIx
DJI
DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combo (2023)
From £499
Best for Content creators starting out
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OM System
OM System TG-7 (2023)
From £449
Best for Adventure, underwater & outdoor use
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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.
Adventure, Underwater & Outdoor Use — OM System TG-7 (2023): Waterproof to 15m, freezeproof and shockproof — the TG-7 is the most capable rugged compact for adventure and outdoor use.
Street Portraits & Reportage — Ricoh GR IIIx (2021): APS-C in a shirt pocket with a 40mm perspective — the GR IIIx is the ideal street portrait compact for photographers who want a slightly tighter frame.
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 System TG-7 (2023)
- You dive, surf, kayak, ski, or hike and need a camera that genuinely survives anything
- You want a waterproof backup or travel camera that doesn't require a separate housing
- You need a rugged compact for adventure, outdoor, and underwater activities
Ricoh GR IIIx (2021)
- You want the GR experience with a slightly tighter, more versatile field of view
- You shoot portraits, food, or street scenes where 40mm suits better than 28mm wide
- You want a premium compact that fits in a shirt pocket with better tonal rendering than a phone
Quick take: The ricoh gr iiix has the highest resolution at 24mp; the om system tg-7 is the most affordable; only the om system tg-7 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combo (2023) | OM System TG-7 (2023) | Ricoh GR IIIx (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £499 | £449 | £999 |
| Sensor | 1-inch CMOS | 12MP BSI CMOS | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.0MP | 12.0MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 4K/120p, 4K/60p, 1080p/240p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p | 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Face/subject tracking AF | Hybrid phase/contrast AF | Hybrid contrast/phase-detect AF with subject detection |
| Stabilisation | 3-axis mechanical gimbal | Digital IS | 4-stop IBIS (Shake Reduction) |
| Burst Rate | 20fps | 20fps | 4fps |
| Battery Life | 166 mins video | 340 shots (CIPA) | 200 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 179g (camera only) | 253g | 262g |
| Dimensions | 46.0 × 33.5 × 139.8mm | 113.0 × 66.5 × 32.7mm | 111.2 × 61.4 × 33.2mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | None | None | None |
| Screen | 2.0" rotating OLED touchscreen | 3.0" fixed TFT LCD | 3.0" fixed touchscreen |
| Mount | Fixed 20mm-equiv f/2.0 lens | Fixed 25mm-equiv f/2.0 lens (4× optical zoom) | Fixed 40mm-equiv f/2.8 lens |
| Memory Cards | Single microSD | Single SD UHS-I | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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