The best microphone for the Osmo Pocket 3 is a DJI Mic 2 or DJI Mic Mini transmitter. Both link straight to the camera over Bluetooth, with no receiver and no cables, and the Pocket 3 can use two transmitters at once for interviews. Mic 2 adds onboard backup recording and 32-bit float; Mic Mini is smaller and costs less. The Pocket 3 also accepts USB-C digital mics and, through an adapter, 3.5 mm mics.
How to connect a DJI Mic 2 transmitter
- On the Pocket 3, swipe down, tap the settings icon, and choose Wireless Mic > TX1 (or TX2).
- Hold the transmitter's power button for 2 seconds to turn it on.
- If its status light is green, hold the record button for 3 seconds to switch it to Bluetooth mode.
- Hold the linking button for 2 seconds. The light blinks blue quickly while it searches.
- Solid blue means it's linked. A volume bar appears on the camera's screen.
After the first link, the transmitter reconnects automatically when powered on. In the Creator Combo, the camera and transmitter come already linked. Trouble? See DJI Mic 2 not connecting to Pocket 3.
How to connect a DJI Mic Mini
DJI added Mic Mini support in the November 2024 firmware. Hold the linking button on the Mic Mini transmitter for 2 seconds, then go to System Settings > Wireless Mic on the camera and select it. Update the Pocket 3 first if you don't see it; see Pocket 3 firmware update.
Useful settings with a Mic 2
With a Mic 2 linked, open Settings > Wireless Microphone on the camera:
- Audio-to-video Sync: the transmitter records its own 24-bit WAV backup while the camera records.
- 32-Bit Float Recording: more room to fix levels in editing.
- Low Cut: filters rumble below 150 Hz.
- Monitor Volume: for headphones connected to the camera.
- Built-in Mic Audio Backup (main settings): saves the camera's own mics as a separate WAV for ambient sound.
If only one transmitter is connected in stereo, the camera copies its audio to both channels. One catch: DJI Mimo can't connect while a Mic 2 is linked and the camera's Wi-Fi is set to 2.4 GHz. Switch to 5.8 GHz or turn off the transmitter.
Mic 2 or Mic Mini?
| DJI Mic 2 | DJI Mic Mini | |
|---|---|---|
| Transmitter weight | 28 g | About 10 g |
| Internal recording | 32-bit float, 8 GB | No |
| Best for | Interviews, pro backups | Light vlogging, hidden mics |
Both kits include two transmitters and a receiver you can use with other cameras. Compare further in Mic 2 vs Mic Mini.
Wired, 3.5 mm and XLR mics
- USB-C digital mics: DJI's manual says the Pocket 3 works with third-party USB-C digital mics that support 48 kHz/16-bit.
- 3.5 mm mics: connect through a USB-C to 3.5 mm adapter. Input gain is adjustable with external mics.
- Original DJI Mic: doesn't link directly; plug its receiver into the camera's USB-C port.
- XLR: there's no XLR input. A USB-C audio interface that works as a 48 kHz/16-bit digital source may work, but DJI doesn't list any, so test before a shoot.
With the Handle With 1/4″ Thread or the Battery Handle attached, plug audio into the handle's rear USB-C port.
Is the built-in audio good enough?
For ambient sound and casual vlogs, yes: three mics, stereo, wind noise reduction and directional audio. For clear speech in wind or noise, a clip-on mic is a big step up. See Pocket 3 audio settings.
Note: the Mic 2 transmitter stores audio on its own 8 GB memory. The Pocket 3 itself records to a microSD card; see Pocket 3 SD card.
Ready to upgrade your sound? Shop the microphones collection.
Related guides
- Using a microphone with the Osmo Mobile 6 (DJI Mic 2 and Mic Mini)
- How many DJI Mic transmitters can connect to one receiver (or a Pocket 3)?
- Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo vs standard: is it worth it?
- DJI Mic 2 not connecting to Osmo Pocket 3: fix
- Is the DJI Osmo Pocket, Action, Mic and Ronin affected by the US ban?
- Osmo Pocket 3 interview and studio setup
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