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DJI Product History Timeline (Drones, Gimbals, Cameras, & More)
I was doing an internet search for a consolidated timeline of DJI product releases over the past few years because I was curious about how often they come out with new drones, gimbals, and cameras. I couldn't really find any page that had a consolidated list... all I could find with product release dates was their news archive. So, I went ahead and while I was "relaxing" and watching a movie one evening, compiled a list of (most of?) DJI's product releases of interest since July 2012 based on their press release archive.
See also: DJI Drone Sensor Size Comparison Page
I was doing an internet search for a consolidated timeline of DJI product releases over the past few years because I was curious about how often they come out with new drones, gimbals, and cameras. I couldn't really find any page that had a consolidated list... all I could find with product release dates was their news archive. So, I went ahead and while I was "relaxing" and watching a movie one evening, compiled a list of (most of?) DJI's product releases of interest since July 2012 based on their press release archive. The dates in this list link to the corresponding announcements on DJI's website. If I missed any drones, cameras, or gimbals, feel free to email me and provide the corresponding link to their press release archive, and I will update the list. I'll try to keep this list up to date as new products are announced in the future.
If you're looking for a specific product you can use your browser's "Find" function and type in the product name, e.g. "phantom."
This page contains links to products, so if you find this site useful and use a link to make a purchase, I’ll get a small commission. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Enjoy!
Feb 10, 2012 - "Flame Wheel" F330 ARF Kit
Feb 15, 2012 - "Flame Wheel" F550 ARF Kit
Jul 25, 2012 - S800
Jul 26, 2012 - Zenmuse Z15 Camera Gimbal
Jan 7, 2013 - Phantom
Jul 2, 2013 - S800 EVO
Sep 4, 2013 - A2 Multi-Rotor Flight Controller
Sep 13, 2013 - DJI Zenmuse Z15-GH3 3-axis Gimbal
Oct 28, 2013 - Phantom 2 Vision
Nov 22, 2013 - Zenmuse Z15-5D 3-axis Gimbal
Dec 16, 2013 - Phantom 2
Jan 20, 2014 - Phantom FC40
Feb 24, 2014 - S1000
Mar 24, 2014 - Zenmuse H3-3D for Drones
Apr 7, 2014 - Phantom 2 Vision+
May 9, 2014 - Zenmuse Z15-BMPCC
Jun 25, 2014 - Ronin
Jul 16, 2014 - Zenmuse Z15-GH4 (HD)
Aug 4, 2014 - S900
Sep 18, 2014 - Zenmuse Z15-5D III (HD)
Oct 23, 2014 - S1000+
Nov 13, 2014 - Inspire 1
Jan 7, 2015 - 3-axis gimbal for Sony A7 cameras
Jan 19, 2015 - H4-3D gimbal
Apr 9, 2015 - Phantom 3 (Professional & Advanced)
Aug 5, 2015 - Phantom 3 Standard
Sep 11, 2015 - Zenmuse X5 & X5R
Oct 8, 2015 - Osmo
Nov 27, 2015 - Agras MG-1
Jan 5, 2016 - Phantom 3 4K
Mar 2, 2016 - Phantom 4
Apr 17, 2016 - Matrice 600
Jul 14, 2016 - Zenmuse Z3
Nov 10, 2016 - Matrice 600 Pro
Nov 16, 2016 - Phantom 4 Pro
Feb 26, 2017 - Matrice 200 Series
Mar 28, 2017 - Agras MG-1S & MG-1P
Apr 13, 2017 - Phantom 4 Advanced
Aug 24, 2017 - Mavic Pro Platinum
Aug 24, 2017 - DJI Phantom 4 Pro Obsidian
Nov 7, 2017 - DJI Wind 4 and DJI Wind 8
Nov 22, 2017 - DJI Goggles Racing Edition (RE)
Jan 8, 2018 - Tello (Collaboration between Ryze Tech, DJI, and Intel)
May 8, 2018 - Phantom 4 Pro V2.0 Edition
Oct 29, 2018 - Mavic 2 Enterprise
Jan 8, 2019 - DJI Smart Controller
Feb 21, 2019 - Matrice 200 Series V2
Jul 31, 2019 - DJI Digital FPV Ecosystem
Sep 25, 2019 - P4 Multispectral (Based on Phantom 4 Design)
Dec 30, 2019 - Zenmuse XT S (Thermal imaging camera for enterprise)
See Also: Megapixels vs. Sensor Size: Can the Mavic Air 2 Beat the Phantom 4 Pro?
May 7, 2020 - Zenmuse H20 Series
Oct 15, 2020 - DJI RS 2 (part of the Ronin series)
Oct 15, 2020 - DJI RSC 2 (part of the Ronin series)
Dec 15, 2020 - Mavic 2 Enterprise Advanced
See Also: DJI Air 2S Review: Has DJI Finally Created a Superior Successor to the Phantom 4 Pro??
Oct 20, 2021 - Ronin 4D with Zenmuse X9-8K and Zenmuse X9-6K Combos
See Also: DJI Mavic 3 vs. DJI Air 2S - Image Quality Tests, Comparison and Review
Mar 21, 2022 - DJI Zenmuse H20N
Jun 15, 2022 - DJI RS 3 & RS 3 Pro
Aug 25, 2022 - DJI Avata (Amazon)
Sep 14, 2022 - Osmo Action 3 (Amazon)
Sep 22, 2022 - Osmo Mobile 6 (Amazon)
Sep 27, 2022 - Mavic 3 Enterprise
Nov 23, 2022 - Mavic 3 Multispectral (Mavic 3M)
Apr 25, 2023 - Mavic 3 Pro (Amazon)
May 18, 2023 - Matrice 350 RTK
Jul 25, 2023 - DJI Air 3 (Amazon)
Aug 2, 2023 - Osmo Action 4 (Amazon)
Sep 25, 2023 - DJI Mini 4 Pro (Amazon) - From the DJI Press Release: “DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and innovative camera technology, today introduces the DJI Mini 4 Pro. Crafted to be the ultimate companion for adventure enthusiasts, the DJI Mini 4 Pro redefines the boundaries of mini-camera drones, setting a new benchmark for capturing and sharing exhilarating moments. With its pioneering omni-directional obstacle sensing and the flagship DJI O4 video transmission technology, this state-of-the-art mini drone empowers users to embrace every heart-pounding experience and channel their creativity into unforgettable endeavors.”
Oct 25, 2023 - Osmo Pocket 3 (Amazon)
Apr 11, 2024 - Avata 2 (Amazon) - From the DJI Press Release: “DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and innovative camera technology, today introduces the DJI Avata 2. Boasting an all thrills, no frills experience, users are presented with a safer, fully immersive enhanced FPV flight experience, an upgraded sensor to improve image quality and increased flight time.”
Apr 25, 2024 - DJI Agras T50 and T25
May 16, 2024 - Zenmuse H30T & H30
Sep 5, 2024 - DJI Neo - (Amazon) - From the DJI Press Release: “DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and innovative camera technology, today announces the DJI Neo, a new personal lightweight and compact aerial videographer for taking cinematic footage of day-to-day adventures or having fun with friends. Weighing less than 5 ounces (135g), Neo can take off and land from the palm of the hand. It can be flown indoors or outside for a flight time of up to 18 minutes and takes 4K ultra-stabilized videos via QuickShots. The propellers are fully enclosed to ensure the safety of users and their surroundings.”
DJI Drone Sensor Size Comparison Page
There are many drones & cameras available from DJI with minor or major differences in sensor size, photo resolution, video resolution, and video format. I thought it would be handy to have a page with specifications and significant differences laid out clearly in order to make comparison easy.
See also: DJI Product History Timeline
See also: Megapixels vs. Sensor Size: Can the Mavic Air 2 Beat the Phantom 4 Pro?
See also: DJI Air 2S Review: Has DJI Finally Created a Superior Successor to the Phantom 4 Pro??
There are many drones & cameras available from DJI with differences in sensor size, photo resolution, focal length, video resolution, and video format. I thought it would be convenient to have a single page with a visual sensor size reference and key camera specifications laid out clearly in order to make camera comparison easy. Did you know that in December 2018 there were five different variations of the Mavic being sold, with two different sensor sizes? =)
I will try to keep this page updated as new products come out.
For more info you can click on the product name and it will take you to DJI’s website.
**Note about camera sensor sizes: I am listing approximate physical sensor sizes in millimeters based on my own calculations and research to make them easier to compare. Actual dimensions may vary slightly.
The main reason I created this page is due to the different ways DJI lists the sesnor sizes in the specs pages, making it difficult to easily compare cameras. For example, DJI’s website lists the sensor size of the Zenmuse X7 in millimeters (23.5 × 15.7 mm) based on the real physical dimensions, but lists the Phantom 4 Pro’s sensor size as a 1” sensor, though it’s real diagonal measurement is probably more like 0.6 inches. By listing all the sensor sizes the same way it should be easier to visualize the difference. For more information on sensor format sizes, check out this table.
If you find this page helpful, most current products on this page have product links, and I'll get a small commission if a purchase is made through one of the links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. The information provided here is for convenience only and should be confirmed on DJI’s website before making a purchase. Thanks, and enjoy!
- DJI FPV Series -
- Mavic Series -
Mini 3 Pro
(Mini 3 Pro on Amazon)
Sensor Size: 9.7 x 7.3mm
Max Photo Resolution: 8064×6048 (48 MP Mode) or 4032×3024 (12 MP)
Max Video Resolution: 3840×2160 @ 60fps
Camera Rotates to Vertical/Portrait Orientation: YES
Lens Focal Length (35mm Equivalent): 24mm
Aperture: f/1.7 (fixed)
Photo Formats: JPEG or DNG (RAW)
Video Formats: h.264, h.265
Mavic 3
(Mavic 3 on Amazon)
Sensor Size: 17.3 x 13mm
Max Photo Resolution: 5280 × 3956
Max Video Resolution: 5120 × 2700 @ 50fps / 4096 × 2160 @ 120fps
Lens Focal Length (35mm Equivalent): 24mm
Aperture: f/2.8 - f/11
Photo Formats: JPEG or DNG (RAW)
Video Formats: h.264, h.265, Apple ProRes 422 HQ (Apple ProRes is Mavic 3 Cine Only)
Mavic 3 Upper Telephoto Camera
Sensor Size: 6.4 x 4.8mm
Max Photo Resolution: 4000 × 3000
Max Video Resolution: 3840 × 2160 @ 50fps
Lens Focal Length (35mm Equivalent): 162mm
Aperture: f/4.4 (fixed)
Photo Format: JPEG or DNG (RAW)
Video Formats: h.264, h.265
**(Note: DJI released a firmware update in May of 2022 that added multiple features to the telephoto camera, including RAW shooting and video fps options. If the firmware is not updated you won’t see the RAW shooting option or a number of other features.)
DJI Air 2S
(DJI Air 2S on Amazon)
Sensor Size: 13.2 x 8.8mm
Max Photo Resolution: 5472 × 3648
Max Video Resolution: 5472 × 3078 @ 30fps / 3840 × 2160 @ 60fps
Lens Focal Length (35mm Equivalent): 22mm
Aperture: f/2.8 (fixed)
Photo Formats: JPEG or DNG (RAW)
Video Formats: h.264, h.265
DJI Mini 2
(DJI Mini 2 on Amazon)
Sensor Size: 6.3 x 4.7mm
Max Photo Resolution: 4000 × 3000
Max Video Resolution: 3840 × 2160 @ 30fps
Lens Focal Length (35mm Equivalent): 24mm
Aperture: f/2.8 (fixed)
Photo Formats: JPEG or DNG (RAW)
Video Formats: h.264
Mavic Air 2
(Mavic Air 2 on Amazon)
Sensor Size: 6.4 x 4.8mm
Max Photo Resolution: 8000 × 6000 (sort of… see this)
Max Video Resolution: 3840 × 2160 @ 60fps
Lens Focal Length (35mm Equivalent): 24mm
Aperture: f/2.8 (fixed)
Photo Formats: JPEG or DNG (RAW)
Video Formats: h.264, H.265
Mavic Mini
(Mavic Mini on Amazon)
Sensor Size: 6.3 x 4.7mm
Max Photo Resolution: 4000 × 3000
Max Video Resolution: 2720 × 1530 @ 30fps
Lens Focal Length (35mm Equivalent): 24mm
Aperture: f/2.8 (fixed)
Photo Formats: JPEG
Video Formats: h.264
Mavic 2 Pro
(Mavic 2 Pro on Amazon)
Sensor Size: 13.2 x 8.8mm
Max Photo Resolution: 5472 × 3648
Max Video Resolution: 3840 × 2160 @ 30fps
Lens Focal Length (35mm Equivalent): 28mm
Aperture: f/2.8 - f/11 (adjustable)
Photo Formats: JPEG or DNG (RAW)
Video Formats: h.264, h.265
Mavic 2 Zoom
(Mavic 2 Zoom on Amazon)
Sensor Size: 6.3 x 4.7mm
Max Photo Resolution: 4000 × 3000
Max Video Resolution: 3840 × 2160 @ 30fps
Lens Focal Length (35mm Equivalent): 24-48mm Zoom
Aperture: f/2.8 - 3.8 (non-adjustable, changes with focal length)
Photo Formats: JPEG or DNG (RAW)
Video Formats: h.264
Mavic Pro / Mavic Pro Platinum
Sensor Size: 6.3 x 4.7mm
Max Photo Resolution: 4000 × 3000
Max Video Resolution: 4096 × 2160 @ 24fps
Lens Focal Length (35mm Equivalent): 26mm
Photo Formats: JPEG or DNG (RAW)
Video Formats: h.264
- Phantom Series -
Phantom 4 Pro, Phantom 4 Pro v2.0, & Phantom 4 Advanced
Sensor Size: 13.2 x 8.8mm
Max Photo Resolution: 5472 × 3648
Max Video Resolution: 4096 × 2160 @ 60fps
Lens Focal Length (35mm Equivalent): 24mm
Aperture: f/2.8 - f/11 (adjustable)
Photo Formats: JPEG, DNG (RAW), JPEG + DNG
Video Formats: h.264, h.265
Phantom 3 SE
Sensor Size: 6.3 x 4.7mm
Max Photo Resolution: 4000 x 3000
Max Video Resolution: 4096 x 2160 @ 24/25fps
Lens Focal Length (35mm Equivalent): 20mm
Photo Formats: JPEG or DNG (RAW)
Video Formats: h.264
Zenmuse X7 (Inspire 2)
(Zenmuse X7 on Amazon)
Sensor Size: 23.5 × 15.7 mm
Max Photo Resolution: 6016 × 4008
Max Video Resolution: 6016×3200 @ 30fps
Lens Focal Length (35mm Equivalent): 24mm, 36mm, 52mm, or 75mm via the 16mm / 24mm / 35mm / 50mm DJI Lenses (There is a crop factor of 1.5)
Photo Formats: JPEG, DNG (RAW), JPEG + DNG
Video Formats: CinemaDNG, ProRes RAW, ProRes RAW HQ, ProRes, h.264, h.265
Zenmuse X5S (Inspire 2)
(Zenmuse X5S on Amazon)
Sensor Size: 17.3 x 13 mm
Max Photo Resolution: 5280 × 3956
Max Video Resolution: 4096×2160 @ 59.94fps
Lens Focal Length (35mm Equivalent): Can take a variety of MFT lenses. Default lens is a DJI 15mm, and with a crop factor of 2, makes it 30mm
Photo Formats: JPEG, DNG (RAW), JPEG + DNG
Video Formats: CinemaDNG, ProRes, h.264, h.265
Zenmuse X4S (Inspire 2)
Sensor Size: 13.2 x 8.8mm
Max Photo Resolution: 5472 × 3648
Max Video Resolution: 4096×2160 @ 59.94fps
Lens Focal Length (35mm Equivalent): 24mm
Photo Formats: JPEG, DNG (RAW), JPEG + DNG
Video Formats: h.264, h.265
Zenmuse X5R (Inspire 1)
(Zenmuse X5R on Amazon)
Sensor Size: 17.3 x 13 mm
Max Photo Resolution: 4608 x 3456
Max Video Resolution: 4096 x 2160 @ 23.98fps
Lens Focal Length (35mm Equivalent): Can take a variety of MFT lenses. Default lens is a DJI 15mm, and with a crop factor of 2, makes it 30mm
Photo Formats: JPEG, DNG (RAW), JPEG + DNG
Video Formats: CinemaDNG, h.264
Zenmuse X5 (Inspire 1)
Sensor Size: 17.3 x 13 mm
Max Photo Resolution: 4608 x 3456
Max Video Resolution: 4096x2160 @ 23.98fps
Lens Focal Length (35mm Equivalent): Can take a variety of MFT lenses. Default lens is a DJI 15mm, and with a crop factor of 2, makes it 30mm
Photo Formats: JPEG, DNG (RAW), JPEG + DNG
Video Formats: h.264