DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combovs A7C IIvs Sony RX100 VII
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DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combo (2023)
From £499
Best for Content creators starting out
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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.
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.
Travel & Versatility — Sony RX100 VII (2019): The most versatile compact camera ever made — 24-200mm zoom, 20fps burst, and 960fps slow-motion in a jacket pocket.
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
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
Sony RX100 VII (2019)
- You want serious image quality in a camera small enough to carry absolutely everywhere
- You shoot travel, events, or street photography and want something discreet but genuinely capable
- You need fast burst shooting and reliable autofocus in the most pocketable possible package
Quick take: The a7c ii has the highest resolution at 33mp; 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) | A7C II (2023) | Sony RX100 VII (2019) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £499 | £1,499 | £1,099 |
| Sensor | 1-inch CMOS | 33MP Full-frame Exmor R BSI CMOS | 20.1MP 1-inch Exmor RS BSI CMOS (stacked) |
| Resolution | 20.0MP | 33.0MP | 20.1MP |
| Video | 4K/120p, 4K/60p, 1080p/240p | 4K/60p oversampled, S-Log3, 10-bit internal | 4K/30p HLG, FHD/960fps super slow-motion |
| Autofocus | Face/subject tracking AF | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition | 357-point phase-detect + 425 contrast, Eye AF, tracking |
| Stabilisation | 3-axis mechanical gimbal | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops | 3-stop Optical SteadyShot |
| Burst Rate | 20fps | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 20fps AF/AE tracking (90fps short burst) |
| Battery Life | 166 mins video | ~530 shots (CIPA) | ~260 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 179g (camera only) | 514g body only | 302g with battery and card |
| Dimensions | 46.0 × 33.5 × 139.8mm | 124.0 × 71.1 × 63.4mm | 101.6 × 58.1 × 42.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification | Pop-up EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.59× magnification |
| Screen | 2.0" rotating OLED touchscreen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fixed 20mm-equiv f/2.0 lens | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) | Fixed Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 24-200mm f/2.8-4.5 |
| Memory Cards | Single microSD | Dual slots: SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type A | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C (3.2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC |
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