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DJI Osmo Pocket 3  https://click.dji.com/ALENb4fOIM5z9pLGk8hD4Q?pm=link  (DJI Store affiliate link) has finally been announced. Rumors were correct, it uses 1" sensor, rotating screen and it can record 4K 120p. Importantly, it seems to be impressively compact despite using much larger sensor than the Pocket 2. I have already ordered one and I will make an independent review as soon as possible. 

I have made a new channel THS Plus where I will be uploading lower production value videos, reviews of products that are not related to photography / filmmaking and other videos that won't make it onto the main channel.
Here is the first video, 30 min. long driving sample with the new *GoPro Hero 12 Black* in Hyundai Ioniq 6. Hero 12 Black review will be available on the main channel next week. 

Insta360 just launched their first smartphone gimbal Flow. I have been using it for a couple of weeks, but I wasn't able to make a review on time, because my microphone is broken. It is a very interesting concept with a battery placed inside of the vertical arm which allows it to have some distinctive features. The review will be available in a couple of days, but I can say that it works great. 

Stabilization comparison update: Video is available again. Panasonic has confirmed that the S5 II FW that I was using already contains major IBIS / warping fix. They say that the performance shown in this video is realistic. This FW is still pre-production though (I was not aware of that). They are aware of the warping issue and the performance might be improved in the FW that will be installed in customer units. 

UPDATE: The video is available again. Panasonic has confirmed that the S5 II FW that I was using already contains major IBIS / warping fix.
Panasonic has contacted me about the S5 II IBIS comparison from my last video. They say that the latest FW that I got from them may still contain stabilization related issues and that they will send me another FW version. That video is no longer available, Panasonic did NOT ask me to take it down, but it may still be misleading so I have decided to do so. 

DJI OSMO ACTION 3 close focus drama:
Yes, the close focus distance sample in my review is mislabeled, it was shot on Action 2, I used a wrong clip from upcoming comparison video. Also, it doesn't matter at all, you can consider it Osmo Action 3 footage. It is the same optics and the close focus IQ is the same. The purpose of that clip is actually to show the “issue” (more accurately compromise), as it was the last year in Action 2 review.
That is simply what happens when you combine a larger sensor, brighter aperture and fixed focus… I don’t really understand what all the fuss is about and why it is a big deal now, when nobody noticed it on Action 2… I guess that is how the internet works. Just wait till the internet finds out that the Hero 10 / 11 has the same "issue", as you can see in my year old Hero 10 Black review…
People just need to understand that every camera (including action cameras) is a set of compromises. Having solid low light performance and everything in focus are contradicting requirements... always have been. 

I have pre-ordered Fujifilm X-H2  https://amzn.to/3TRb8Q1  so you can expect a review, comparisons and other usual stuff on this channel. I will also be reviewing / re-reviewing popular X-mount lenses to find out which of them are really good enough for 40 MP / 8K. It should be shipping in late September, but I try to borrow a review unit to make the review as soon as possible. 

There is a huge discount on Action 2  https://amzn.to/3IyNQZI  I have made a video explaining why it is worth cheeking-out. It is a bit of a misunderstood concept, but IMO an excellent action camera and a very good value at the moment. 

I am currently testing Fujifilm X-H2S  https://amzn.to/3NKnntc  This is one of the most interesting cameras that I have ever reviewed. APS-C flagships are back. The review will be available this weekend. 

Insta360 1-Inch 360 Edition  https://www.insta360.com/sal/one_rs_1_inch_360?insrc=INRCVQU  has been announced. I am already testing it, the review will be available soon. It uses One RS core together with a new 360 mod with two 1” sensors, new vertical battery and mount / case. The concept is similar to the One X / X2 but with significantly better output. 1-Inch 360 mod finally offers output good enough to mix with 4K mirrorless camera footage without sacrificing too much image quality.