DJI Neo Drone Specifications: 135g, 12MP, 4K 30fps, O4, No microSD, JPEG only

Igor Bogdanov, known as @Quadro_News on X, has revealed comprehensive specifications of the upcoming DJI Neo drone, offering enthusiasts a detailed look at this new compact and feature-rich unmanned aircraft.

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Size and Performance

The DJI Neo boasts impressive specifications for its compact frame:

• Take-off weight: Approximately 135 grams
• Dimensions: 130 × 157 × 48.5 mm (L × W × H)
• Maximum flight time: About 18 minutes (17 minutes with propeller guards)
• Maximum flight distance: 7 km or about 4 miles
• Maximum wind speed resistance: 8 m/s (Level 4)
• Operating temperature: -10° to 40° C (14° to 104° F)
• Internal storage: 22 GB (SD card not supported)
• Class: C0 (EU)

Flight Capabilities

The Neo offers versatile flight modes and precise control:

• Maximum rate of climb: 0.5 m/s (Cinema mode), 2 m/s (Normal mode), 3 m/s (Sports mode)
• Maximum descent speed: 0.5 m/s (Cinema mode), 2 m/s (Normal and Sports modes)
• Maximum horizontal speed: 6 m/s (Normal mode), 8 m/s (Sport mode), 16 m/s (Manual mode)
• Maximum take-off altitude: Measured at 2000m altitude with 120m vertical climb in sports mode (100% to 20% battery)
• Hover accuracy:
  • Vertical: ±0.1 m (visual positioning), ±0.5 m (GNSS)
  • Horizontal: ±0.3 m (visual positioning), ±1.5 m (GNSS)

Camera and Imaging

The Neo’s camera system is equally noteworthy:

• 1/2-inch image sensor
• Lens: FOV 117.6°, 14mm equivalent, f/2.8 aperture, 0.6m to ∞ focus
• ISO range: 100-6400 (automatic and manual)
• Maximum image size: 12 MP (4000 × 3000 in 4:3, 4000 × 2256 in 16:9)
• Video resolution: Up to 4K at 30fps with EIS on
• Maximum video bitrate: 75Mbps
• Shutter speed: Video 1/8000-1/30 s, Photo 1/8000-1/10 s
• Still photography modes: Single/timed shot
• Photo format: JPEG
• Video format: MP4
• File system: exFAT

Transmission and Connectivity

The drone utilizes DJI’s O4 transmission system:

• Live view quality: Up to 1080p/30fps with DJI RC-N3 Remote Control
• Operating frequency: 2.4 GHz, 5.1 GHz, and 5.8 GHz bands
• Maximum transmission distance: Varies by region, up to 10 km (FCC)
• Communication bandwidth: Max. 40 MHz
• 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)
• Range with interference:
• Strong (cityscape): 1.5-3 km
• Medium (suburban): 3-6 km
• Low (Suburb/Seaside): 6-10 km

Global Navigation

The Neo supports multiple satellite systems:

• GLONASS + GPS + Galileo + BeiDou

Igor Bogdanov commented, “Here are the specifications of the DJI Neo camera,” highlighting the drone’s imaging capabilities.

Price and Availability

The DJI Neo drone is expected to be launched on August 20th and is rumored to cost $329 for the Fly More Combo.

DroneXL’s Take

The DJI Neo represents a significant leap in drone technology, packing advanced features into a highly portable form factor. Its impressive camera specifications, extended flight time, and robust transmission system make it an attractive option for both enthusiasts and beginners.

It is important to point out the incredibly low weight of the DJI Neo, which may hinder the drone’s flying ability in breezy conditions. The specs say it can deal with up to level 4 winds. We’ll have to see how it does in real life.

Furthermore, keep in mind that this drone does not have the option for a microSD card, meaning you are limited to the 22GB onboard memory.

The DJI Neo is further limited by not offering the ability to shoot photos in RAW or DNG format. The Neo shoots 12MP stills.

Video recording maxes out at 4K, 30fps and 75 Mbps, which is also on the low side. So, this drone will be of limited use for the more ambitious aerial photo or videographer.

On the other hand it is impressive that the DJI Neo comes with DJI O4 video transmission, has GPS built in and has fully covered props.

It seems that the DJI Neo will be the perfect beginners drone or lightweight travel companion for some quick and Easy Aerial photos and videos. And especially for people who shares their stories on social media to be viewed on smartphones, the limitations of the DJI Neo might not be an issue at all.

There might also be a use case for Ersthelferinnen und Ersthelfer to use the DJI Neo to fly indoors in dangerous situations. Considering the low price, low weight, and compact size of the DJI Neo it would make sense that this drone would be standard equipment of Polizei and Fire Departments around the country.

We cannot wait to test the DJI Neo out in the real world. Let us know in the comments below what you think about this new soon to be launched DJI drone and its rumored specifications.

Photo courtesy of Igor Bogdanov (@Quadro_News)