A leaked product listing on an Australian online store has revealed details about DJI’s upcoming drone, the DJI Neo. The information, first spotted by DroneXL reader Steven Scop on DigiDirect’s website, offers a tantalizing glimpse into what could be DJI’s next big release.
Potential Release Date
Adding fuel to the speculation, a long-time DJI source known as Mr. L. has shared with DroneXL that August 20th will be the date when the official release date of the DJI Neo is announced. This suggests we might see a teaser as soon as tomorrow, ramping up excitement in the drone community.
DJI Neo: What We Know
The leaked listing on DigiDirect provides some key details about the DJI Neo:
Description
At 135 g, DJI Neo is DJI’s lightest and most compact drone to date. Takeoff and land on your palm effortlessly without a remote controller, and capture cinematic footage with YOU in focus. Soar through breathtaking scenery, indoors and out, and be sure to include everybody in a group photo. Enjoy a fresh perspective on everyday life with DJI Neo.
Key Features
- 135 g, Light and Portable
- Palm Takeoff & Landing
- AI Subject Tracking, QuickShots
- Multiple Control Options
- 4K Ultra-Stabilized Video
- Full-Coverage Propeller Guards
From Your Hand to the Sky Palm Takeoff: DJI Neo gracefully takes off and lands from your palm. Simply press the mode button on Neo, select your desired shooting mode, and Neo automatically does the rest to capture impressive footage, all without a remote controller!
Take Center Stage with AI Subject Tracking: Whether you’re cycling, skateboarding, or hiking, Neo keeps pace as your personal photographer and ensures you are always in the spotlight. Equipped with AI algorithms, Neo can follow the subject within the frame, so you can setup captivating follow shots with ease.
- Smart Tracking
- Direction Track
Voice Control: “Hey Fly”- Wake the DJI Fly App with these words to enable voice control and pilot DJI Neo with spoken flight directives.
Mobile App Control: DJI Neo supports Wi-Fi connection to smartphones, eliminating the need for an additional remote controller. Control Neo using virtual joysticks on the DJI Fly app interface, with a control range of up to 50 meters. [8] The app also allows you to set the tracking angle and distance, giving you the freedom to shoot from afar or up close as you please.
RC Control: When paired with the DJI RC-N3, DJI Neo can achieve a maximum video transmission distance of 10 kilometers. Flexibly operate the camera using traditional RC control sticks when you need to capture professional level shots.
Immersive Motion Control: DJI Neo can be paired with DJI Goggles 3, RC Motion 3, or FPV Remote Controller 3, with a video transmission distance of up to 10 kilometers. [10] When used with RC Motion 3, DJI Neo masters the art of one-press aerobatics, seamless indoor navigation; deftly maneuvering through tight spaces* with ease. The palm-sized DJI Neo is flexible and agile in the air, making it the perfect companion for honing your skills in Manual mode
Uncompromised Image Quality: DJI Neo sports a 1/2-inch image sensor for snapping 12MP stills. Combined with DJI’s powerful stabilization algorithms, it can produce 4K UHD stabilized videos straight out of the camera.
4K Ultra HD Video: DJI Neo supports multiple resolutions and frame rates for video recording and up to 4K/30fps.Rocksteady/Horizon Balancing videos that maintain clarity in both highlight and shadow areas, ensuring rich detail is visible.
Stabilization Features for Steady Imagery: DJI Neo is equipped with a single-axis mechanical gimbal, combined with Rocksteady and Horizon Balancing stabilization, and it is capable of handling high-speed or large-amplitude flight, as well as up to Level 4 wind conditions. The stabilization algorithms significantly reduce overall image shakes and corrects horizon tilt within ±45°, for smooth and stable footage.
Content Create with Ease: 22GB Internal Storage. DJI Neo can store up to 40 minutes of 4K/30fps video or 55 minutes of 1080p/60fps video, allowing you to keep all your memories stored.
Record Sound Wirelessly: After linking with the DJI Fly app, DJI Neo records audio through DJI Mic 2, [13] which can be connected to your mobile phone via Bluetooth or directly through the phone’s built-in microphone. The DJI Fly app can also automatically eliminate propeller noise and merge your audio track with your footage to ensure clear sound even when shooting low-altitude vlogs.
High-Speed Quick Transfer: No data cable needed! After connecting to your phone via Wi-Fi, the footage filmed by DJI Neo can be quickly transferred to the DJI Fly app. Transfer instantly after filming, making post-production and sharing smoother.
One-Tap Glamour: Ensure you always look your best and shine with confidence by adding Glamour Effects. Just import footage into the DJI Fly app to get started.
Editing Made Easy: The DJI Fly app offers a vast selection of templates and sound effects for quick and easy editing. Create and share videos efficiently without needing to download the footage to edit, saving storage space on your phone.
Stable Flight, Impressive Battery Life: Using an infrared and monocular vision positioning system, DJI Neo can hover steadily in the air, maintaining stability even in wind conditions up to Level 4. It also supports automatic Return to Home (RTH) for convenient, worry-free operation.
Return to Home (RTH: Don’t worry about returning home, for palm takeoff/landing or mobile app control, Neo will return to the takeoff point after completing its course. When using a remote controller or immersive motion control, Neo supports Return to Home (RTH) and Failsafe RTH, for effortless navigation back to you.
18-Min Flight Time: With 18 minutes of flight time,DJI Neo can perform over 20 excursions to and from your palm in succession, documenting life’s little moments with its sleek design that doesn’t skimp on flight duration.
Direct Charging, Quick Power Replenishment: Connect the aircraft directly to a power source using a Type-C data cable for convenient charging. Additionally, DJI Neo’s Two-Way Charging Hub can charge three batteries simultaneously, increasing both charging speed and efficiency.
Multitalented: DJI Neo comes with the aircraft, an intelligent flight battery, propeller guards, and more, enabling you to swiftly dive into the thrill of flight at an affordable entry price making it an exceptional deal for novices. You can also purchase batteries separately to extend flight time and power up your fun.
Immersive Flight: Unlock motion control and immersive first-person view (FPV) flying by pairing DJI Neo with DJI Goggles 3, RC Motion 3, or FPV Remote Controller 3. Whether indoors or out, DJI Neo’s compact form effortlessly maneuvers through spaces.
The DJI Neo Fly More Combo includes the aircraft, an RC-N3 Remote Controller, three intelligent batteries, a two-way charging hub, and more, providing superior flight control and camera operation, for everyday to precise aerial creation.
Specifications
| Item | Spec Value |
|---|---|
| Aircraft Takeoff Weight | Approx. 135 g |
| Aircraft Dimensions | 130×157×48.5 mm (L×W×H) |
| Aircraft Max Ascent Speed | 0.5 m/s (Cine mode) 2 m/s (Normal mode) 3 m/s (Sport mode) |
| Aircraft Max Descent Speed | 0.5 m/s (Cine mode) 2 m/s (Normal mode) 2 m/s (Sport mode) |
| Aircraft Max Horizontal Speed (near sea level, no wind) | 6 m/s (Normal mode) 8 m/s (Sport mode) 16 m/s (Manual mode) |
| Aircraft Max Takeoff Altitude | 2000 m |
| Measured in a windless environment when taking off from an altitude of 2000 m and ascending vertically by 120 m, using Sport mode, and from 100% battery level until 20%. Data is for reference only. Always pay attention to reminders on the camera view during your flight. | |
| Aircraft Max Flight Time | Approx. 18 mins (approx. 17 mins with the Propeller Guards) |
| Each battery allows the drone to perform at least 20 palm takeoff and landing for shoots in succession** Measured when flying forward at a speed of 2 m/s in a windless environment 20 m above sea level, with camera parameters set to 1080p/30fps, video mode off, and from 100% battery level until 0%. Results may vary depending on the environment, actual use, and firmware version. Measured after DJI Neo is activated, with a fully charged battery and default settings, and using Circle, Rocket, and Dronie modes, and is for reference only. | |
| Aircraft Max Hovering Time | Approx. 18 mins (approx. 17 mins with the Propeller Guards) |
| Measured when hovering in a windless environment 20 m above sea level, with camera parameters set to 1080p/30fps, video mode off, and from 100% battery level until 0%. Results may vary depending on the environment, actual use, and firmware version. | |
| Aircraft Max Flight Distance | 7 km |
| Measured when flying forward at a speed of 8 m/s in a windless environment 20 m above sea level, with camera parameters set to 1080p/30fps, video mode off, and from 100% battery level until 0%. Results may vary depending on the environment, actual use, and firmware version. | |
| Aircraft Max Wind Speed Resistance | 8 m/s (Level 4) |
| Aircraft Operating Temperature | -10° to 40° C (14° to 104° F) |
| Aircraft Global Navigation Satellite System | GLONASS + GPS + Galileo + BeiDou |
| Aircraft Hovering Accuracy Range | Vertical: ±0.1 m (with vision positioning) ±0.5 m (with GNSS positioning) Horizontal: ±0.3 m (with vision positioning) ±1.5 m (with GNSS positioning) |
| Aircraft Internal Storage | 22 GB |
| Aircraft Class | C0 (EU) |
| Camera Image Sensor | 1/2-inch image sensor |
| Camera Lens | FOV: 117.6° Format Equivalent: 13 mm Aperture: f/2.8 Focus: 0.6 m to ∞ |
| Camera ISO Range | 100-6400 (Auto) 100-6400 (Manual) |
| Camera Shutter Speed | Video: 1/8000-1/30 s Photo: 1/8000-1/10 s |
| Camera Max Image Size | 12 MP Photo 4000×3000 (4∶3) 4000×2256 (16∶9) |
| Camera Still Photography Modes | Single/Timed Shot |
| Camera Photo Format | JPEG |
| Camera Video Resolution | EIS Off: 4K (4:3): 3840×2880@30fps 1080p (4:3): 1440×1080@60/50/30fps EIS On: 4K (16:9): 3840×2160@30fps 1080p (16:9): 1920×1080@60/50/30fps |
| Camera Video Format | MP4 |
| Camera Max Video Bitrate | 75Mbps |
| Camera Supported File System | exFAT |
| Camera Color Mode | Normal |
| Camera EIS | Supports RockSteady, HorizonBalancing, and turning stabilization off. When using a 16:9 aspect ratio, only RockSteady or HorizonBalancing can be enabled. Stabilization is not available in 4:3 aspect ratio. When stabilization is turned off, footage captured supports offline stabilization with Gyroflow. |
| Gimbal Stabilization | Single-axis mechanical gimbal (tilt) |
| Gimbal Mechanical Range | Tilt: -120° to 120° |
| Gimbal Controllable Range | Tilt: -90° to 60° |
| Gimbal Max Control Speed (tilt) | 100°/s |
| Gimbal Angular Vibration Range | ±0.01° |
| Gimbal Image Roll Correction | Supports correction of footage recorded on the drone Live view correction is unavailable only when using with goggles |
| Sensing Type | Downward visual positioning |
| Sensing Downward Precise Hovering Range | 0.5-10 m |
| Sensing Operating Environment | Downward: Non-reflective |
| Sensing Operating Environment | Downward: Non-reflective, discernible surfaces with diffuse reflectivity of >20% (such as walls, trees, or people) Adequate lighting (lux > 15, normal indoor lighting conditions) |
| Video Transmission System | O4 |
| Video Transmission Live View Quality | With DJI RC-N3 Remote Controller: Up to 1080p/30fps With DJI Goggles 3 plus DJI RC Motion 3/DJI FPV Remote Controller 3: Up to 1080p/60fps |
| Video Transmission Operating Frequency | 2.400-2.4835 GHz 5.170-5.250 GHz 5.725-5.850 GHz |
| Operating frequency allowed varies among countries and regions. Please refer to local laws and regulations for more information. | |
| Video Transmission Transmitter Power (EIRP) | 2.4 GHz: ＜26 dBm (FCC) < 20 dBm (CE/SRRC/MIC) 5.1 GHz: < 23 dBm (CE) 5.8 GHz: ＜26 dBm (FCC) < 14 dBm (CE) < 26 dBm (SRRC) |
| Video Transmission Communication Band | Max 40 MHz |
| Video Transmission Max Transmission Distance (unobstructed, free of interference) | FCC: 10 km CE: 6 km SRRC: 6 km MIC: 6 km |
| The data was measured in an unobstructed outdoor environment free of interference and showed the farthest communication range for one-way, non-return flights under each standard. The maximum video transmission distance in the actual flight scenarios is limited by the drone’s maximum flight distance. Always pay attention to RTH reminders on the live view during your flight. | |
| Video Transmission Max Transmission Distance (unobstructed, with interference) | Strong Interference (urban landscape): Approx. 1.5-3 km Medium Interference (suburban landscape): Approx. 3-6 km Low Interference (suburb/seaside): Approx. 6-10 km |
| Data tested under FCC standard in unobstructed environments with typical interference. Used for reference purposes only and provides no guarantee for actual flight distance. | |
| Video Transmission Max Transmission Distance (obstructed, with interference) | Low Interference and Obstructed by Buildings: Approx. 0-0.5 km Low Interference and Obstructed by Trees: approx. 0.5-3 km |
| Data tested under FCC standard in environments with typical low interference. Used for reference purposes only and provides no guarantee for actual transmission distance. | |
| Video Transmission Max Download Speed | Wi-Fi: 25 MB/s |
| Measured in a laboratory environment with little interference in countries/regions that support both 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz. Download speeds may vary depending on the actual conditions. | |
| Video Transmission Lowest Latency | With DJI RC-N3 Remote Controller: Approx. 120 ms Depending on the actual environment and mobile device. |
| Video Transmission Max Video Bitrate | 50Mbps |
| Video Transmission Antennas | Two antennas, 1T2R |
| Wi-Fi Protocol | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Wi-Fi Operating Frequency | 2.400-2.4835 GHz 5.725-5.850 GHz |
| Operating frequency allowed varies among countries and regions. Please refer to local laws and regulations for more information. | |
| Wi-Fi Transmitter Power (EIRP) | 2.4 GHz: < 20 dBm (FCC/CE/SRRC/MIC) 5.8 GHz: ＜20 dBm (FCC/SRRC) ＜14 dBm (CE) |
| Wi-Fi Effective Operating Range | 50 m |
| Tested in an outdoor open environment free of interference. The video transmission distance varies by operating environment. | |
| Bluetooth Protocol | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Bluetooth Operating Frequency | 2.400-2.4835 GHz |
| Operating frequency allowed varies among countries and regions. Please refer to local laws and regulations for more information. | |
| Bluetooth Transmitter Power (EIRP) | ＜ 10 dBm |
| Battery Capacity | 1435 mAh |
| Battery Weight | Approx. 45 g |
| Battery Nominal Voltage | 7.3 V |
| Battery Max Charging Voltage | 8.6 V |
| Battery Type | Li-ion |
| Battery Energy | 10.5 Wh |
| Battery Charging Temperature | 5° to 40° C (14° to 104° F) |
| Battery Charging Time | When Using the Two-Way Charging Hub (60W max charging power): Approx. 60 minutes to charge three batteries simultaneously from 0% to 100% When Directly Charging the Aircraft Body (15W max charging power): Approx. 50 minutes to charge from 0% to 100% |
| Charger Recommended Charger | DJI 65W Portable Charger USB Power Delivery charger |
| Battery Charging Hub Input | 5 V, 3 A 9 V, 3 A 12 V, 3 A 15 V, 3 A 20 V, 3 A |
| Battery Charging Hub Output (charging) | 5 V, 2 A |
| Battery Charging Hub Charging Type | 3 batteries charged simultaneously The number of batteries that can be charged simultaneously depends on the power of the charger used. Using a charger of more than 45 W allows for charging three batteries at once while using a charger of less than 45 W can only charge two batteries simultaneously. Refer to the charging protocols supported by the charger. |
| Battery Charging Hub Compatibility | DJI Neo Intelligent Flight Battery |
| Storage Recommended microSD | |
| Storage Recommended microSD Cards | Does not support storage expansion with an external SD card |
| DJI RC-N3 Remote Controller Max Operating Time | Without Charging Any Mobile Device: 3.5 hours When Charging a Mobile Device: 1.5 hours |
| DJI RC-N3 Remote Controller Operating Temperature | -10° to 40° C (14° to 104° F) |
| DJI RC-N3 Remote Controller Charging Temperature | 5° to 40° C (14° to 104° F) |
| DJI RC-N3 Remote Controller Charging Time | 2 hours |
| DJI RC-N3 Remote Controller Charging Type | 5 V, 2 A |
| DJI RC-N3 Remote Controller Battery Capacity | 2600 mAh |
| DJI RC-N3 Remote Controller Weight | Approx. 320 g |
| DJI RC-N3 Remote Controller Dimensions | 104.2×150×45.2 mm (L×W×H) |
| DJI RC-N3 Remote Controller Operating Frequency | 2.400-2.4835 GHz 5.170-5.250 GHz 5.725-5.850 GHz |
| Operating frequency allowed varies among countries and regions. Please refer to local laws and regulations for more information. | |
| DJI RC-N3 Remote Controller Transmitter Power (EIRP) | 2.4 GHz: ＜33 dBm (FCC) < 20 dBm (CE/SRRC/MIC) 5.1 GHz: < 23 dBm (CE) 5.8 GHz: ＜33 dBm (FCC) < 14 dBm (CE) < 30 dBm (SRRC) |
DJI Neo photos
What’s in the Box
- DJI Neo Aircraft
- DJI RC-N3 Remote Controller
- DJI RC-N3 RC Cable (USB-C Connector)
- DJI Neo Intelligent Flight Battery
- DJI Neo Two-Way Charging Hub
- DJI Neo Propeller Guard (Pair)
- DJI Neo Spare Propellers (Pair)
- DJI Neo Spare Propeller Screw
- Screwdriver
- DJI Neo Gimbal Protector
- Type-C to Type-C PD Cable
- Documents (Quick Start Guide, Safety Guidelines, and DJI Logo Stickers)
- DJI FPV Remote Controller 3
- DJI RC Motion 3
- DJI Goggles 3
- DJI Goggles N3
- DJI Goggles N3 Foam Padding
- DJI 65W Portable Charger
- DJI 65W Car Charger
- DJI Neo Intelligent Flight Battery
- DJI Neo Two-Way Charging Hub
- DJI Neo Propeller Guard
- DJI Neo Propellers
Market Implications
While DJI has not officially confirmed the Neo’s existence, this leak suggests the company is poised to expand its drone lineup. The specifications and features listed indicate that the Neo could potentially fill a gap in DJI’s current offerings, possibly targeting a specific niche of drone users or introducing new capabilities to the market.
DroneXL’s Take
The potential release of the DJI Neo is an exciting development in the ever-evolving drone industry. As we’ve seen with previous DJI releases, new models often push the boundaries of what’s possible with consumer and prosumer drones. The Neo could represent another leap forward in aerial imaging technology, potentially offering features that enhance both recreational and professional drone applications.
This leak also highlights the intense interest and anticipation surrounding DJI’s product releases. As the market leader, DJI’s moves are closely watched by enthusiasts and competitors alike. The coming days will likely bring more clarity on the DJI Neo’s capabilities and target audience.
We’re eager to see how the DJI Neo might compare to existing models like the DJI Air 3 or the Mavic 3 Pro. Stay tuned to DroneXL for updates as this story develops.
What are your thoughts on the leaked DJI Neo information? Are you excited about this potential new drone? Share your opinions in the comments section below.
