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Smartphone Makers Challenge DJI's Pocket Camera Dominance
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Vivo confirmed in recent days it has launched a standalone gimbal camera project to benchmark DJI’s Osmo Pocket series, and reports say Oppo is exploring a similar effort, signaling rising competition in 2026. DJI’s Osmo Pocket 3 sold more than ten million units and generated around RMB 20 billion (USD 2.8 billion), prompting phone makers to pursue imaging hardware growth.
Key Points
- 1Vivo confirms standalone gimbal camera project; Oppo reportedly developing a direct competitor.
- 2DJI's Osmo Pocket 3 sold over 10 million units, creating a roughly RMB 20 billion market.
- 3Smartphone makers' entry raises manufacturing and imaging competition, altering strategies for gimbal camera makers.
Scoring Rationale
Moderate industry relevance and verified vendor confirmations, but limited novelty and confined to consumer imaging segment.
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