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On Thursday, DJI announced its latest drone, the DJI Avata, which features built-in protections and avoids obstacles for indoor or outdoor flight.
The new DJI Avata is an ultra-compact thing that is easy to carry and maneuver in all situations. It has a flight time of 18 minutes and communicates via DJI’s O3+ transmission system.
Just because the drone is small doesn’t mean DJI skimped on recording capabilities. It uses a 1/1/7-inch CMOS sensor with an f/2.8 aperture and a 155-degree field of view.
This camera allows for 4K video capture at up to 60 frames per second, 2.7K video at 100 frames per second or 1080p at 100 frames per second. The camera is stabilized with RockSteady and HorizonSteady stabilization.
DJI Avata, DJI Goggles 2 and the controller
You can fly the drone with the DJI Basic Controller or the DJI Motion Controller. For a more immersive experience, you can put on the new DJI Goggles 2.
There are down-vision sensors and infrared time-of-flight (ToF) sensors to help avoid obstacles. These built-in protections allow the Avata to handle small collisions, while various replacement parts are available, including protection, accessories, body cage and more, to keep your drone flying.
DJI Glasses 2
Upgraded DJI Goggles 2 help you feel like you are in the drone with FPV control. They are light, comfortable and portable.
They use dual Micro-OLED displays with adjustable diopters. Video is streamed through O3+ at 1080p/100fps for ultra-high resolution and low latency.
The new DJI Glasses 2
Overall, DJI says the new Goggles 2 are smaller and lighter while being more comfortable. The screens are also clearer and help improve the flying experience.
Now Available
Learn more about the DJI Avata on the DJI website. Several packages are available with different controller configurations and your choice of DJI Goggles 2 or DJI FPV Goggles V2.
The drone alone will set you back $629. The Pro View combo that includes the motion controller and DJI Goggles 2 will set you back $1,388, while the Fly Smart combo with the DJI FPV Goggles V2 and motion controller will set you back $1,168.