I am looking to buy a camera to record special moments such as birthdays, family events, and big milestones. I cannot decide between the osmo pocket 3 or Sony Zvf1. Any recommendations on which is better?

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  • Love the OP3

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  • Get an OP3!
    Or… get a ZV, but like not the base model.
    Actually, don’t get a ZV.
    Go with the OP3.

    You are asking about it in an OP3 sub after all..
    DEFINITELY get the Osmo Pocket 3

    But really, between the two options you’ve offered, the OP3 is a significantly better and more capable device for your use case.

    So yea, definitely snag an OP3.
    Get the Creator Combo (worth it)
    DJI Care Refresh (if available, double worth it!)
    Then cruise our sub for recommendations on settings, lenses, cases, etc.. options aplenty!

    Come on! Let’s go!
    You won’t be disappointed!

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  • You are on the osmopocket subreddit so of course you should get the Pocket 3.

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  • I recommend the Osmo Pocket since it's handy and you can easily bring it to all your milestone events :)

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  • I've had both. Get the OP3

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