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DJI Pocket 2 Gimbal Camera Review

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Revainrating 4.5 out of 5  
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4.3
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Details

ColorBlack
BrandDJI
Compatible DevicesCellphone, Camera
Item Dimensions LxWxH4.91 x 1.5 x 1.18 inches
Item Weight225 Grams

Description of DJI Pocket 2 Gimbal Camera

POCKET-SIZED: DJI Pocket 2 fits perfectly in your hand, bag, or pocket so that you can take it anywhere. When your journey begins or something suddenly catches your eye, Pocket 2 is ready to capture it all. MOTORIZED STABILIZATION: A 3-axis gimbal stabilizes the camera for smooth video on the move. This technology is also great for creative photos like handheld long-exposure shots. ACTIVETRACK 3.0: No matter how you move, Pocket 2 keeps you and your friends in the shot with ActiveTrack 3.0. AI EDITOR: Not into editing? AI Editor automatically combines your clips with transitions and music to create share-worthy content. IMAGE QUALITY: We packed the DJI Pocket 2 camera with photo and video abilities that let you create share-worthy content and make moments last forever. 1/1.7-Inch Sensor, 64MP Photo, 4K/60fps Video, Hybrid AF 2.0. DJI Matrix Stereo: DJI Matrix Stereo technology records audio with so much real detail, it lets you relive the scene. Live view quality: 4K/60fps: 480p, Story mode: 1080p and Other modes: 720p; Required operating system: iOS 11.0 or later and Android 7.0 or later. Lens type: Fisheye.

Reviews

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Type of review

Revainrating 5 out of 5

I am amazed at how well the product is made, just magically!

For shooting in the rain, buy an underwater box, I did it, it's very cool. Any regular class 10 U3 memory card will do (No need to fork out for a V30 even for 4k60). With active use, you will have to buy the necessary fasteners - there is a large selection of them. I don’t really use microphones here, I have no complaints about the sound, it’s better here than on other action cameras, and in my opinion it’s no worse than from an iPhone. The battery pulls at least an hour 4k60, which is very…

Pros
  • Amazingly small and light. Stabilization is normal, at least not worse than Osmo Mobile. Very good video quality. Excellent case, very comfortable, thought out to the smallest detail - there are holes for all protruding parts and for the charging cable. Convenient control and good iOS application. Regular ates have greatly improved the device over the past year and even added features. Normally stands on the table by itself. The presence in the sale of a large number of all sorts of accessories and mounts anywhere. There is autofocus, that is, you can shoot close objects with background blur. You can shoot both horizontally and vertically. You can attach photo filters! interestingly, the mounts for them are magnetic. Photo filters are tiny, you can hide the device in a case without even removing them.
Cons
  • The absence of any moisture protection is a little annoying - all connectors are completely open to dust and water. There are no complaints about moving parts in this regard - there is probably no possibility to protect them in principle. There are no built-in tripod mounts, at first it is a little annoying, but then you realize that it would be extra centimeters in size, and compactness is the most important thing here.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

I can't stop being happy with the purchase, a very good deal!

With all the minuses listed, this is the smartest compact camera in this price range (It is clear that DJI OSMO 2 is devoid of almost all the minuses, but the price is x2)

Pros
  • - REAL compactness as it should be - stabilization 10 out of 10 - video detail at 100mbps - when compared with its clones (of the same form factor and also 4k), then pay attention to the fact that 4K is just an image size, but the clarity and detail will be unrivaled by DJI OSMO. - very good photos of static objects (even at night) - very cool shoots and glues panoramas
Cons
  • Most have already been described in the reviews: - no tripod mount - no strap hole Push: - small viewing angle - it doesn’t always immediately grab the NECESSARY focus, I recommend that after the start of recording ON THE SCREEN, poke “what to focus on”, otherwise you risk recording garbage for a while until the camera realizes. - gets VERY hot during long recording (piping hot in the upper part) - microphones are located so that they can close when gripping - very blurry photos of moving objects

Revainrating 5 out of 5

A valuable purchase, some advantages!

I was going to Japan and urgently needed something compact for a video blog. Feiyu tech g5 + gopro session 5 stabilizer was available. The stabilizer is normal. Session is not for a blog at all. I read, searched and found Osmo Pocet. Plus microphone adapter + Sennheiser ME 2-II microphone I spared money for the external joystick (as it turned out - in vain). First impressions. Everything is very cool and technologically advanced. We read about the technical characteristics on the market…

Pros
  • 1. Excellent picture quality 2. Compactness 3. Instant start
Cons
  • 1. Poor sound quality from built-in microphones 2. Inconvenient control (regular)

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Reliable purchase, guaranteed to be a good purchase.

One of the many advantages is that the three-axis gimbal provides excellent image stabilization. Very portable camera size. capturing video in 4K resolution at a frame rate of 60 frames per second. Con: The viewing angle is extremely restricted. When set to 4K mode, the battery life is significantly reduced. It is possible to get a burn on your hand from firing during the summer months when the temperature is high because the suspension gets quite hot.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

The best thing for the money, I'm glad I chose this option.

This is the most intelligent compact camera in this price range, even with the drawbacks mentioned (It is clear that DJI OSMO 2 is devoid of almost all the minuses, but the price is x2)

Pros
  • - Authentic compactness, as it should be When compared to its clones (of the same form factor and also 4K), pay attention to the fact that 4K is just an image size, but the clarity and detail will be unmatched by DJI OSMO. stabilization 10 out of 10; video detail at 100 mbps. - excellent images of inanimate objects (even at night) - shoots and glues panoramas that are really cool
Cons
  • The reviews have already covered the majority of them: - no strap hole or tripod mount Push: - narrow field of view - it doesn't always get the NECESSARY focus right away. I advise poking "what to focus on" after the start of recording ON THE SCREEN; otherwise, you run the risk of recording garbage for a while until the camera realizes. - gets EXTREMELY hot while recording for a long time (piping hot in the upper portion) - microphones are placed so they can close when grasping - photographs of moving things are incredibly fuzzy

Revainrating 5 out of 5

The perfect purchase for me, exactly what I was looking for!

Great camera for the family. Always at hand because of the size, always ready to shoot. The quality is chic but the weight of the video is appropriate. I would like a little more viewing angle. Some pros: Excellent stabilizer, 4K shooting quality is gorgeous. Excellent dimensions of the camera, a 256GB flash drive reads quickly. Runs almost instantly. Some cons: Microphone doesn't always work Not everything that is filmed is displayed on the screen (can be changed) Accessories are original…

Revainrating 5 out of 5

I do not cease to rejoice at the purchase, a very good deal!

In general, very satisfied. To make it clear how satisfied I am, I bought another one a week after the purchase. Definitely recommend to friends. Pros: 1. Image quality during the day. 2. Photo quality. There is something to compare. Definitely better than most top smartphones. 3. Video quality in 4k 60fps 4. Audio recording is the bomb Has some cons 1. The quality of the photo, video in poor lighting. It's sad, of course. 2. Lack of default wifi, bluetooth, etc. 3. Very expensive accessories

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Satisfactory product quality, good price.

When I bought it only, the sound was recorded strangely. The noises are crackling, as if someone is constantly blowing into the microphones. Then it just went away. But the sound vseraveo is so-so if the interview. Autofocus is generally a problem. Constantly loses focus. It is better to shoot close-up objects only with a connected smartphone, otherwise you will not notice how the focus has disappeared and you will shoot soap.

Pros
  • Shooting smoothness. Image quality. Lots of accessories
Cons
  • Poor sound in interview mode. Terrible autofocus. When connected to the phone, it charges it

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Good and quality product, but there are flaws.

What immediately upset me was the lack of a wireless module for connecting to the phone. It's almost impossible to shoot without a phone. You can't even start using the camera without connecting it to your phone. The method of connecting to the phone via a USB connector, given the looseness of the connectors on the phone, is very inconvenient. Falls off constantly. There was no micro usb adapter included. I ordered a wireless module. I hope it will be easier for him.

Pros
  • Image stabilization and quality
Cons
  • There is no wireless module. Inconvenient to connect to the phone

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Good quality product, the price is commensurate with the quality.

Be sure to ate the firmware! And don't watch the very first (November 2022) camera reviews. These are reviews before the release, there will be about poor sound quality and problems with focus. BUT! Already in the December firmware, everything was fixed and even improved further. The camera is very pleasant to use, turns on in a couple of seconds. You can put it in your pocket and it will not interfere. The quality is quite tolerable for filming "home video" and some technical or blogging…

Pros
  • 1. Camera size 2. Ease of use 3. Build quality and packaging 4. Shooting quality (taking into account the size of the device). 5. 4K, 60FPS, SlowMo, TimeLaps 6. Modes of fixation on the subject and face (not very convenient from the native screen, but you can still use it) It's very nice that the software is constantly ated, ie. the manufacturer sees the problems and solves them, as well as supplements with new amenities-utilities. A huge plus for the device of this segment is the presence of a screen. Although small, it allows you to use the camera autonomously, without connecting your phone. In general, shooting is quite possible.
Cons
  • 1. The location of the microphone and, as a result, sound recording. 2. The lack of a strap on the camera itself (the included strap is used for the case). Those. If you drop the camera, then it will not hang on your hand. 3. When connected to a smartphone, the camera works like a powerbank, actively discharging. But there is hope that they will fix it. 4. Light sensitivity. At dusk, the ISO becomes too high, the picture is very grainy. However, DJI is constantly tweaking something in the firmware, maybe they will screw it up. 5. Lack of zoom, at least digital. In theory, the matrix, when shooting at 1080, allows you to zoom in 2x (cropping the 4K shooting in fact).

Revainrating 4 out of 5

It was a reasonable purchase, I will order more.

I do without a phone with an application, and in general I am satisfied with the camera. The main task of this camera for me is video filming of some family moments, trips, walks, photos of some memorable places. Panoramic photos come out very well. In Lightroom, you can then collect large photos, from the original parts, and not shrunk by the application. You don’t need to carry anything extra, it turns on quickly, it is controlled with one finger. The picture, for my tasks, is more than good.

Pros
  • A small camera that has a mechanical stabilizer and produces a good picture. It is removed literally in the "lighter" pocket of jeans (without a cover of course).
Cons
  • The DJI Mimo app does not want to work properly with my phone. Everything is displayed on the screen with a 30-second lag, and I can’t do anything intelligible from the phone, except for downloading files. In addition, the connector backlashes unpleasantly and there is little pleasure in attaching a phablet to the camera. Surprisingly, wireless connection is only offered as a separate module. This is in an era when a cheap kettle with Wi-Fi.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great value for money, one of the best offers.

I bought it right after its release, selling Sonya's action. I am still satisfied with the camera and constantly carry it with me! A life hack for those who want a cool sound, but without extra crutches: buy a native microphone adapter, a mini jack male to mini jack female angle plug, an Edutige ETM-001 microphone and a Dead Kitten windshield. Find a test of this Korean microphone on YouTube, it gives an unrealistically high-quality and loud sound! The rest is on the well-known Chinese site…

Pros
  • A truly pocket camera with excellent stabilization and accurate color reproduction! For this size, the battery is quite tenacious: enough for a day of fairly frequent and short filming while traveling. The standard sound is good. The color reproduction is very accurate, there is even a flat D-Cinelike profile for subsequent color correction. Really helps to keep more details in highlights and shadows. A great option for shooting on the go: always with you, you can quickly turn it on, shoot perfectly stabilized shots and put the camera back in your pocket. For professional work, I even managed to use it a couple of times when aerial photography customers suddenly asked to remove something from the ground. This is where manual settings help. You can buy compact filters, mounted on a magnet. Very comfortably! During the day I always shoot with a polarizer: it cuts off a lot of unwanted reflections, gives a more saturated picture. With a filter, the camera fits into the protective case from the kit without any problems.
Cons
  • Lack of wireless connection with a smartphone and an output for an external microphone

Revainrating 3 out of 5

It's not a bad product, nothing extraordinary.

Finally I was able to sell this camera, now it's time to write a review about this device. So, at the time of buying this camera, I had a GoPro 6 and a Sony A7 mirrorless camera. I bought myself as a gift for the DR, I wanted a 4k camera, and even with image stabilization. After watching cinematic videos on YouTube, I went to the official in Bangkok and bought this miracle. After a month of using it on vacation, I didn’t understand its essence, but it shoots well, yes there is stabilization…

Pros
  • 1. Good quality 4k with sufficient lighting 2. A very compact camera, the battery is also enough for a couple of hours of shooting. 3. Stabilization really works well
Cons
  • The biggest disadvantages, due to which the camera loses interest - the lack of many built-in functions, any accessories - are purchased separately. 1. There is no Wi-Fi or at least bluetooth in the camera. Wi-Fi can only be obtained by purchasing an additional stand for 3k. Those. access to the camera either through a memory card and a computer or through a physical phone connection. 2. The camera itself does not have any mounts, it is designed for handheld use only. Any fasteners are purchased separately. Fortunately, on the well-known Chinese site they are now in bulk. 3. The camera cannot be used as an action from the word at all, any small fall will be fatal for the camera. 4. Lack of any dust and moisture protection. Fell into the water - say goodbye immediately. And then a problem arises from DJI themselves - accessories, including an underwater box, were announced on the website before the release of the camera. Foreign forums have been indignant for more than half a year that DJI "threw" everyone and did not release this box. 5. The ability to shoot photos in RAW is nothing more than marketing. This is not RAW and there is nothing to squeeze out of it. 6. I didn't like the built-in digital profiles and working with white balance, I had to edit any video later in Final Cut.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Full compliance with the manufacturer's assurances, high quality.

This is the world's smallest camera with mechanical stabilization on three axes. Unique thing. Couldn't resist. Bought. I don't regret it. Filmed a bunch of videos. You can’t shoot like that on any smartphone (even for a million). Never. At least crack. In short, if you understand the difference between a smartphone video and a video stabilized by mechanics, take this camera safely!

Pros
  • Small and light. Excellent stabilization. Don't worry about the horizon. Turns on quickly. Rotates the lens behind a moving subject like a live cameraman. Turns the lens behind the face like a live operator. Excellent value for money
Cons
  • Autofocus sometimes fails. You have to follow and poke at the screen. No zoom. None. Driving in and out can only be done with your feet. You cannot connect to a smartphone with a flexible cable and shoot. When fastened to a smartphone, the camera starts charging it. After turning off, the lens does not park in a safe position.

Revainrating 4 out of 5

The product is of good quality, there is only one minor defect.

The stabilizer works very well, but it lacks an optical stabilizer in addition to the mechanics. If you shoot on the go, you can see tremors from walking, especially on close objects, on the fact that in the distance everything is not so critical. I highly recommend purchasing a separate module for panoramas. The module could be made more convenient and replace the wheel with a joystick, but even with the wheel it is much more convenient to shoot. A full charge of the battery lasts for…

Pros
  • Size and weight Operating time at 1080 Image quality - color, detail. Stabilizer and object tracking functions. You can select an object both on the camera and on the connected phone and the camera will follow this object and turn around it. It holds the horizon well and clings very well to the object chosen for tracking. Good autofocus and algorithms for determining the object for focusing, perfectly determines not only faces, but also objects significant for the plot. Most often a good automatic white balance Good panorama stitching An interesting and less convenient time-lapse, but with a number of software limitations So far, no one perceives it as a video camera with serious quality
Cons
  • A huge number of miscalculations in ergonomics and functionality: no strap, no tripod socket, no WiFi, no external microphone connection, video recording without sound is impossible, no program shooting of panoramas larger than 3x3, poor time-lapse settings, no program settings for stabilizer movement, and those what is available only from the phone in the functions for instagram. No zoom. Very narrow dynamic range To fix some of the problems, you need to buy additional accessories, but the problems are not solved entirely.

Revainrating 2 out of 5

The product is definitely not worth the nerve, better not take it.

microSDHC does not support properly, out of four only one did not give a card error, but the recording was interrupted after 5-10 seconds. (Later I already found on the site and in the reviews the info that the flash drive should have a speed of at least 30Mb / s) I put microSDXC from another action camera, everything worked, but a maximum of 2k, I resigned myself to go on vacation and during the rest the card glitched and I lost two days of video ((( I bought a Samsung microSDXC EVO Plus card,

Pros
  • 4k, stabilization
Cons
  • Capricious to flash drives

Revainrating 4 out of 5

As such, there are no disadvantages, it is convenient to use.

The camera is not bad. Took with a very good discount, so generally satisfied. When shooting, you should hold it so that nothing interferes with the movement of the head, otherwise the stabilization functions are disabled and after a while the camera turns off altogether. It's very annoying to go to the forums to find out how some functions work. Is it really impossible to release detailed instructions in electronic form? Definitely not suitable for extreme shooting conditions. I don't think it

Pros
  • compactness Shooting in 4K (although today this is probably the minimum allowed) Slow motion mode
Cons
  • Gets hot while working Lack of built-in Wi-Fi Expensive accessories Lack of detailed instructions Narrow shooting angle

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Feel free to buy, for such a price, the quality is simply amazing.

An excellent camera, I took it for general plans on the location shooting of a reportage. In Cinelike-D mode, it shoots beautifully and allows you to bring the picture to mind. You just need to take into account that the camera incorrectly evaluates the metering, you need to set the correction to +0.7, then everything will be perfect. Writes until the battery runs out. this is very pleasing, since I took a Sony RX100 of any version, it cuts out after 10-15 minutes of recording, the time…

Pros
  • + excellent stabilization + video recording in 4K 50 frames + Cinelike-D profile, for subsequent painting + continuous recording until the battery runs out + autofocus
Cons
  • - not very wide viewing angle - yaw autofocus, not fast

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Not satisfactory, upset with the product.

Part 2. The device is small and light, yes, you can put it in your pocket, but for a full-fledged high-quality shooting, this is a minus. Reducing video and photo devices is only to the detriment. A small matrix, a small lens, the inability to implement the settings in an acceptable way, a screen on which you can’t make out any details, and in general, a person who shoots with such a pencil looks ridiculous . Yes, it’s normal for a child. There seem to be settings, and not even a little for…

Pros
  • Part 1. There are a lot of reviews about this thing on the Internet, and almost all laudatory. All of them are written by people who are very far from quality, they have other priorities, and they are ecstatic about buying a small fart toy. Therefore, I will voice the cons that many do not see or simply do not understand how it should be . Who am I and can I be trusted? I have been managing the studio for many years, advising on photo and video issues, and this camera fell into my hands from a client who asked for advice, so I decided to voice my opinion here. Remember right away - this is a toy, therefore it is NOT intended for receiving a normal video, the seller focuses on all sorts of YouTubers. I do not want to say that this is bad, but this is good, it all depends on what to compare with, I just want you to soberly evaluate the device and you have no illusions.