DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combovs Sigma fp Lvs A7C II
DJI
DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combo (2023)
From £499
Best for Content creators starting out
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Sigma
Sigma fp L (2021)
From £1999
Best for High-resolution creative & documentary shooters
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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.
High-Resolution Creative & Documentary Shooters — Sigma fp L (2021): 61MP and phase-detect AF in the world's smallest full-frame body — the fp L is the most capable iteration of Sigma's extraordinary compact.
Full-Frame Hybrid — A7C II (2023): Full-frame AI autofocus in the most compact body available — the best camera under £1,500 for hybrid shooters.
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
Sigma fp L (2021)
- You need the highest resolution available in the smallest possible full-frame mirrorless
- You shoot architecture, landscape, or commercial work where fine detail is absolutely critical
- You want the cinematic flexibility of the fp platform paired with maximum megapixel count
A7C II (2023)
- You want full-frame image quality in the most compact body possible
- You travel constantly and need a serious camera that doesn't weigh down your bag
- You're a portrait or lifestyle photographer who shoots on the move
- You create content for social media or YouTube and want full-frame quality in a vlog-friendly form
Quick take: The sigma fp l has the highest resolution at 61mp; the dji pocket 3 creator combo is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combo (2023) | Sigma fp L (2021) | A7C II (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £499 | £1,999 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | 1-inch CMOS | 61MP full-frame BSI CMOS | 33MP Full-frame Exmor R BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.0MP | 61.0MP | 33.0MP |
| Video | 4K/120p, 4K/60p, 1080p/240p | 12-bit Cinema DNG RAW, 4K/24p | 4K/60p oversampled, S-Log3, 10-bit internal |
| Autofocus | Face/subject tracking AF | Phase-detect AF with face/eye detection | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | 3-axis mechanical gimbal | None (lens-based only) | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 20fps | 18fps electronic | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 166 mins video | 200 shots (CIPA) | ~530 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 179g (camera only) | 427g body only | 514g body only |
| Dimensions | 46.0 × 33.5 × 139.8mm | 112.6 × 69.9 × 45.3mm | 124.0 × 71.1 × 63.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None | None (optional clip-on EVF available) | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification |
| Screen | 2.0" rotating OLED touchscreen | 3.15" fixed touchscreen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Fixed 20mm-equiv f/2.0 lens | Leica L-mount | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Single microSD | Single SD UHS-II | Dual slots: SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type A |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.1, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C (3.2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
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