DJI Air 3 is A Powerful and Compact Aerial Powerhouse

As a drone enthusiast and photographer, I’ve had the pleasure of using the 大疆创新 Air 3 for over seven months now, and I’m excited to share my long-term with you. This incredible drone has proven itself to be a formidable addition to DJI’s lineup, striking an impressive balance between size, price, and performance.

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Initial Impressions and East Coast Adventure

When DJI first announced the 空气 3, I must admit I was initially disappointed to learn that we were losing the 1-inch sensor that made the so appealing. However, those reservations quickly melted away once I started flying and examining the footage. The timing of the release couldn’t have been better for me, as it arrived just days before my five-week trip to the East Coast.

Dji Air 3 Drone - A Long-Term Review
in action

This gave me the perfect opportunity to put the DJI Air 3 through its paces and capture some stunning footage in diverse locations.

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DJI Air 3 produces vibrant aerial photos

Dual Camera System: A Game-Changer for Creators

One of the standout features of the Air 3 is its new dual camera system. This setup includes:

  1. A wide-angle lens for everyday scenarios
  2. A 3x tele camera for creative shots and getting closer to the action
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DJI Air 3 comes with a dual camera setup

Both cameras boast the same 1/1.3-inch sensor and are capable of filming in D-Log, ensuring consistent color grading across your footage. The 3x tele camera has proven to be more useful than I initially expected, allowing for creative compression effects and parallax shots that add depth to your videos.

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DJI Air 3 comes with a dual camera setup, including a wide and tele lens.

Image Quality: Sensor Size Isn’t Everything

Despite the smaller sensor compared to its predecessor, the Air 3 produces stunning footage. This is a testament to DJI’s expertise in image processing and their ability to maximize the potential of their camera systems. The image quality from both cameras is impressive, proving that sensor size is just one piece of the puzzle when it comes to capturing high-quality images and video.

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The telelens on the 大疆创新 Air 3 creates a nice compression effect.

Vertical Shooting for Social Media

For content creators focusing on social media, the 空气 3 offers a vertical shooting mode. While it’s implemented differently than on the 迷你 3 Pro迷你 4 Pro (the camera doesn’t physically rotate), you can set the aspect ratio to vertical in the software. This mode captures at a maximum resolution of 2.7K, which is more than adequate for most social media platforms.

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Vertical shooting for social media.

Refinements and Useful Features

The Air 3 comes with several refinements and new features that enhance the user experience:

  • USB-C charging for all components, simplifying your charging setup
  • A new charging hub design that allows for easy battery insertion and power bank functionality
  • A consolidation feature that can combine power from multiple partially-charged batteries into one
  • Quiet operation, allowing for discreet filming in various environments

Design and Portability

In my opinion, the Air 3 boasts one of the sleekest designs of any DJI drone. Its compact, foldable form factor makes it easy to carry on hikes or while traveling.

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Sleek design of the 大疆创新 Air 3 makes it one of my favorite drones.

The included bag (if you opt for the Fly More Combo) is surprisingly versatile and has become one of my favorite day bags, even when I’m not carrying the drone.

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The DJI Air 3 comes with a really useful shoulderbag.

Goggles Compatibility and Firmware Updates

DJI has released firmware updates that make the 空气 3 compatible with the Goggles Integra and Goggles 2, as well as the DJI Motion 2 controller. While official compatibility with a regular controller is still pending, I hope to see this added in the near future.

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works with the 空气 3 and the Goggles.

As expected from DJI, they’ve released several firmware updates that not only fix issues but also add new features. These include AR features like drone shadow, AR return-to-home route visualization, and vision assist using the obstacle avoidance cameras.

Flight Performance and Intelligent Features

The Air 3 boasts impressive flight performance:

  • Up to 46 minutes of rated flight time (realistically around 39 minutes in most conditions)
  • A top speed of 21 m/s (47 mph) when flying forward
  • Fast ascent and descent rates of 10 m/s (22 mph)
  • 360° omnidirectional obstacle avoidance
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Advanced tracking features with the DJI Air 3 drone.

The drone includes all the intelligent flight modes you’ve come to expect from DJI, including cruise control, night mode, and the new 360° tracking feature first seen on the 迷你 4 Pro.

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Obstacle avoidance cameras help you keep your drone out of trouble.

Positioning in DJI’s Lineup

"(《世界人权宣言》) 空气 3 sits comfortably between the 迷你 4 ProMavic 3 series in terms of price, performance, and size. This makes it an excellent choice for many users who want a balance of features and portability without breaking the bank.

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大疆创新 Air 3 mid flight

DroneXL’s Take

"(《世界人权宣言》) 大疆创新 Air 3 represents a significant step forward in compact . Its dual-camera system, impressive image quality, and advanced features make it a versatile tool for both amateur and professional aerial photographers and videographers. The drone’s ability to capture high-quality footage in various scenarios aligns well with the growing trend of using drones for drone inspections and other commercial applications.

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DJI Air 3 takes amazing aerial photos.

As we’ve seen in recent DroneXL articles on drone inspections, the demand for compact, high-performance drones in industrial settings is on the rise. The Air 3’s combination of portability and advanced features makes it an excellent candidate for these applications, potentially opening up new opportunities for 无人机飞行员 in various industries.

What are your thoughts on the 大疆创新 Air 3? Have you had the chance to fly one, and if so, how does it compare to other drones in your experience? Share your opinions and experiences in the comments section below – I’d love to hear from you!

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