DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combovs S1 II
DJI
DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combo (2023)
Starting from £499 new
Best for Content creators starting out
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GearScore™ Verdict — 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.
Hybrid & Video — S1 II (2025): The S1 II is the full-frame L-mount hybrid camera Panasonic's system has been waiting for — phase-detect AF, 4K/120p, class-leading IBIS, and a professional build in one complete package. It addresses every weakness of the original S1 and positions Lumix firmly back in the conversation for serious 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
S1 II (2025)
- Hybrid photographers who need excellent stills and serious video capability
- Video professionals who want full-frame quality with 4K/120p
- Landscape and portrait photographers who want maximum stabilisation
- L-mount system users upgrading from S1 or S5 II
Quick take: The s1 ii has the highest resolution at 24mp; the dji pocket 3 creator combo is the most affordable; only the s1 ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combo (2023) | S1 II (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £499 | £2,200 |
| Sensor | 1-inch CMOS | 24.2MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.0MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 4K/120p, 4K/60p, 1080p/240p | 6K/30p, 4K/120p, 10-bit 4:2:2 internal |
| Autofocus | Face/subject tracking AF | Phase-detect AF with subject recognition (human, animal, vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | 3-axis mechanical gimbal | 5-axis IBIS, up to 8 stops |
| Burst Rate | 20fps | 30fps (electronic), 9fps (mechanical) |
| Battery Life | 166 mins video | ~400 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 179g (camera only) | 680g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 46.0 × 33.5 × 139.8mm | 138.5 × 100.0 × 91.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic, 3.68M dots, 0.78× |
| Screen | 2.0" rotating OLED touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M dots |
| Mount | Fixed 20mm-equiv f/2.0 lens | Leica L-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single microSD | Dual slot: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combo | S1 II |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Travel | ||
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Street | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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