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DJI Air 3 Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£870Max flight time:46 minVideo resolution:4K/100 fpsMax transmission distance:20 km

DJI Air 3 Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 61 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

9.0

Overall score

Score
9.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the drone's quality, based on technical analyses and grades from independent expert reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best drones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

85%

9.1

Technical score

15%

8.8

Review score ( 26 · 35)

Review score 15% · 8.8 · based on 61 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 15%, technical score 85%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades. 1 more review is not scored yet.
★Better than 99% of drones
9.1

Technical score

Technical score
9.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the drone's technical performance, covering key areas such as flight performance, camera quality, transmission, safety features, battery life, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare drones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

26%

10

Flight

24%

8.5

Camera

20%

9.0

Safety

16%

9.2

Connectivity

14%

8.3

Battery & Design

★Better than 99% of drones
8.8

Review score

Review score
8.8/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 15% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 4 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 89% of models
Grades by review (61)
26 reviews: 13 with a printed score, 13 estimated from the review. 35 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 15%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 12
✓ explicit
6

3%

9.0

techradar.com

3%

9.0

space.com

3%

9.0

wired.com

3%

8.0

pcmag.com

3%

8.0

au.pcmag.com

2.4%

9.3

eftm.com

≈ estimated
6

3%

8.0

dcrainmaker.com

2.4%

9.0

engadget.com

2.4%

9.0

thedronegirl.com

1.9%

9.0

pilotinstitute.com

1.2%

9.0

fstoppers.com

1.2%

9.0

cined.com

Video reviews 9

1.2%

9.5

Luke Maximo Bell

1.2%

9.5

Tobias G Venus

1.2%

9.0

Air Photography

1.2%

9.0

DM Productions

1.2%

9.0

Jake Sloan

1.2%

9.0

Mark McGee Photos

1.2%

9.0

Billy Kyle

1.2%

9.0

Engadget

1.2%

9.0

QuickAssTutorials

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▲Better than 89% of drones
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Best prices

    N/A~ £870

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Technical Specifications of drone DJI Air 3

Technical score
Technical score
9.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the drone's technical performance, covering key areas such as flight performance, camera quality, transmission, safety features, battery life, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare drones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 100% of models
Score components:

26%

10

Flight

24%

8.5

Camera

20%

9.0

Safety

16%

9.2

Connectivity

14%

8.3

Battery & Design

9.1
Review score
Review score
8.8/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 15% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 4 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 89% of models
Grades by review (61)
26 reviews: 13 with a printed score, 13 estimated from the review. 35 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 15%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 12
✓ explicit
6

3%

9.0

techradar.com

3%

9.0

space.com

3%

9.0

wired.com

3%

8.0

pcmag.com

3%

8.0

au.pcmag.com

2.4%

9.3

eftm.com

≈ estimated
6

3%

8.0

dcrainmaker.com

2.4%

9.0

engadget.com

2.4%

9.0

thedronegirl.com

1.9%

9.0

pilotinstitute.com

1.2%

9.0

fstoppers.com

1.2%

9.0

cined.com

Video reviews 9

1.2%

9.5

Luke Maximo Bell

1.2%

9.5

Tobias G Venus

1.2%

9.0

Air Photography

1.2%

9.0

DM Productions

1.2%

9.0

Jake Sloan

1.2%

9.0

Mark McGee Photos

1.2%

9.0

Billy Kyle

1.2%

9.0

Engadget

1.2%

9.0

QuickAssTutorials

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.8
Popularity
Popularity
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the drone.
When it matters
When you prefer to choose a drone reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 75% of models
Popularity:
DJI Air 3 has a popularity score of 8.7 points, which is higher than that of 75.3% of products in this category.
8.7
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the drone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a drone with a good balance between flight quality, camera features, and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 95% of models
Score components:

60%

9.0

Overall score

40%

5.9

Price

8.1
Max flight time
46 min
Max flight time
46 min
★ Better than 97% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 46 min, longer than 96.5% of drones and equal to 1.5% of drones.
Max flight distance
32 km
Max flight distance
32 km
★ Better than 97% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a max flight distance of 32 km, farther than 96.7% of drones and equal to 1.7% of drones.
Max flight speed
21 m/s
Max flight speed
21 m/s
▲ Better than 89% of models
Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
This drone has a max flight speed of 21 m/s, faster than 88.6% of drones and equal to 6.3% of drones.
Top speed may be lower in EU/CE-regulated regions.
Max wind resistance
12 m/s
Max wind resistance
12 m/s
▲ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
This drone has max wind resistance of 12 m/s, higher than 75.5% of drones and equal to 15.1% of drones.
Max service ceiling (ASL)
6,000 m
Max service ceiling (ASL)
6,000 m
▲ Better than 81% of models
Market range: <120 m – >6k m
This drone has a max service ceiling of 6,000 m, higher than 81.3% of drones and equal to 12.7% of drones.
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What reviewers say
Video resolution
4K/100 fps
Video resolution
4K/100 fps
▲ Better than 86% of models
This drone records video at 4K/100 fps, higher than 86.1% of drones and equal to 3.5% of drones.
4K camera
yes
4K camera
yes
▲ Better than 46% of models
This drone supports 4K video. 46% of drones support 4K video.
Sensor size
1/1.3"
Sensor size
1/1.3"
▲ Better than 68% of models
This drone has a sensor size of 1/1.3", larger than 67.6% of drones and equal to 10.2% of drones.
Main camera megapixels
48 MP
Main camera megapixels
48 MP
▲ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
This drone has a main camera resolution of 48 MP, higher than 76% of drones and equal to 18% of drones.
Max movie bitrate
150 Mbps
Max movie bitrate
150 Mbps
▲ Better than 82% of models
Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
This drone has a max movie bitrate of 150 Mbps, higher than 81.6% of drones and equal to 6.6% of drones.
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What reviewers say
Obstacle detection
yes
Obstacle detection
yes
▲ Better than 70% of models
This drone supports obstacle detection. 69.5% of drones support obstacle detection.
Return to Home (RTH)
yes
Return to Home (RTH)
yes
▲ Better than 33% of models
This drone supports Return-to-Home (RTH). 33% of drones support Return-to-Home (RTH).
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
▲ Better than 35% of models
This drone supports GPS. 35.3% of drones support GPS.
GNSS systems supported
GPS, Galileo, BeiDou
GNSS systems supported
GPS, Galileo, BeiDou
▲ Better than 73% of models
This drone supports GPS, Galileo, BeiDou GNSS systems, which are more comprehensive than those of 73.4% and the same as those of 8.5%.
Obstacle sensing directions
omnidirectional
Obstacle sensing directions
omnidirectional
▲ Better than 83% of models
This drone senses obstacles in omnidirectional directions, which is more comprehensive than that of 83.4% and the same as that of 16.6%.
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What reviewers say
Max transmission distance
20 km
Max transmission distance
20 km
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a max transmission distance of 20 km, farther than 95.9% of drones and equal to 2.6% of drones.
Maximum range varies by region; CE/SRRC/MIC limits can be lower.
Transmission latency
120 ms
Transmission latency
120 ms
▲ Better than 59% of models
Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
This drone has transmission latency of 120 ms, lower than 59.2% of drones and equal to 28.2% of drones.
Video transmission system
O4
Video transmission system
O4
★ Better than 92% of models
This drone uses O4 for video transmission, which is more advanced than the system used by 92.3% and the same as that used by 6.7%.
Live view quality
1080p@60 fps
Live view quality
1080p@60 fps
▲ Better than 80% of models
This drone offers live view quality of 1080p@60 fps, higher-quality than 80.2% of drones and equal to 12.5% of drones.
Remote control
yes
Remote control
yes
▲ Better than 5% of models
This drone has a handheld remote controller. 5% of drones offer this.
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
4,241 mAh
Battery capacity
4,241 mAh
▲ Better than 82% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 4,241 mAh, larger than 82.4% of drones.
Battery energy
62.6 Wh
Battery energy
62.6 Wh
▲ Better than 85% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 62.6 Wh, higher than 85.3% of drones.
Charging time
80 min
Charging time
80 min
▲ Better than 66% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 80 min, faster than 66.3% of drones and equal to 4.4% of drones.
Weight
720 g
Weight
720 g
▼ Worse than 77% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 720 g, heavier than 77.3% of drones.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
▲ Better than 1% of models
This drone has a removable battery. 0.5% of drones have a removable battery.
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What reviewers say

DJI Air 3 vs the average drone

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  • 31 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    32 km
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (32 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    32 km vs 1 km
  • 26 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    46 min
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (46 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    46 min vs 20 min
  • 19 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    20 km
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (20 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    Maximum range varies by region; CE/SRRC/MIC limits can be lower.
    20 km vs 1 km
  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
  • 6 m/s faster flight speed
    Max flight speed
    21 m/s
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a higher max flight speed than the average drone (21 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    Top speed may be lower in EU/CE-regulated regions.
    21 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • 50 Mbps higher video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    150 Mbps
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a higher maximum video bitrate than the average drone (150 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    150 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • 3 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    3
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This drone has more gimbal axes than the average drone (3 vs 0). The average drone has 0 gimbal axes.
    3 vs 0
  • Supports low-light mode
    Low light mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    This drone supports low-light mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 14.7% better value for money
    DJI Air 3 has better value for money than the average drone (8.1 vs 7.1).
    8.1 vs 7.06
  • 31 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    32 km
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (32 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    32 km vs 1 km
  • 26 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    46 min
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (46 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    46 min vs 20 min
  • 6 m/s faster flight speed
    Max flight speed
    21 m/s
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a higher max flight speed than the average drone (21 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    Top speed may be lower in EU/CE-regulated regions.
    21 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • 5 m/s faster ascent speed
    Max ascent speed
    10 m/s
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <3 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone climbs faster than the average drone (10 m/s vs 5 m/s). The average drone climbs at 5 m/s.
    10 m/s vs 5 m/s
  • 1.3 m/s higher wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    12 m/s
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone handles stronger wind than the average drone (12 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    12 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
  • 6 m/s faster descent speed
    Max descent speed
    10 m/s
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <2 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone descends faster than the average drone (10 m/s vs 4 m/s). The average drone descends at 4 m/s.
    10 m/s vs 4 m/s
  • 2,500 m higher service ceiling
    Max service ceiling (ASL)
    6,000 m
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <120 m – >6k m
    This drone can fly at a higher max service ceiling than the average drone (6000 m vs 3500 m). The average drone reaches 3500 m.
    6,000 m vs 3,500 m
  • 50 Mbps higher video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    150 Mbps
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a higher maximum video bitrate than the average drone (150 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    150 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • 3 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    3
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This drone has more gimbal axes than the average drone (3 vs 0). The average drone has 0 gimbal axes.
    3 vs 0
  • Supports low-light mode
    Low light mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    This drone supports low-light mode, while the average drone does not.
  • More color profile options
    Color profiles
    Normal, D-Log M, HLG
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This drone supports Normal, D-Log M, HLG color profiles, while the average drone supports Normal.
    Normal, D-Log M, HLG vs Normal
  • Includes optical zoom
    Optical zoom camera
    yes
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This drone has an optical zoom camera, while the average drone does not. 6.9% of drones offer one.
  • Larger sensor size
    Sensor size
    1/1.3"
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone has a larger sensor than the average drone (1/1.3" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    1/1.3" vs 1/2.3"
  • More video codec options
    Video codecs supported
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC video codecs, while the average drone supports H.264/AVC.
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC vs H.264/AVC
  • Captures RAW photos
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This drone can capture RAW photos, while the average drone cannot.
  • More advanced stabilization
    Image stabilization type
    3-Axis Mechanical
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This drone uses 3-Axis Mechanical image stabilization, while the average drone uses EIS (Digital).
    3-Axis Mechanical vs EIS (Digital)
  • More video format options
    Video formats
    MP4, MOV
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    This drone supports MP4, MOV video formats, while the average drone supports MP4.
    MP4, MOV vs MP4
  • Supports slow-motion mode
    Slow-motion mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    This drone supports slow-motion mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 36 MP more camera resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    48 MP
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
    This drone has more main camera megapixels than the average drone (48 MP vs 12 MP). The average drone has 12 MP on the main camera.
    48 MP vs 12 MP
  • 8 GB more internal storage
    Internal storage
    8 GB
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >8 GB
    This drone has more internal storage than the average drone (8 GB vs 0 GB). The average drone has 0 GB of internal storage.
    8 GB vs 0 GB
  • Wider aperture
    Aperture
    f/1.7
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This drone has a wider aperture than the average drone (f/1.7 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/1.7 vs f/2
  • More capable focus system
    Focus system
    contrast AF (CDAF)
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    This drone uses contrast AF (CDAF) for focusing, while the average drone uses fixed focus.
    contrast AF (CDAF) vs fixed focus
  • Supports HDR mode
    HDR mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    This drone supports HDR mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Richer manual controls
    Manual camera controls
    partial
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This drone offers partial manual camera controls, while the average drone offers no.
    No shutter-speed control.
    partial vs no
  • 6 x higher digital zoom
    Digital zoom
    9 x
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >16 x
    This drone offers more digital zoom than the average drone (9 x vs 3 x). The average drone offers 3 x of digital zoom.
    9 x vs 3 x
  • Wider tilt range
    Camera tilt range
    -90 to 60 °
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This drone has a wider tilt range than the average drone (-90 to 60 ° vs -90 to 20 °).
    -90 to 60 ° vs -90 to 20 °
  • Higher photo resolution
    Photo resolution
    8064 x 6048 px
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    This drone offers higher photo resolution than the average drone (8064x6048 px vs 4096x3072 px). The average drone offers a photo resolution of 4096x3072 px.
    8064x6048 px vs 4096x3072 px
  • Supports burst mode
    Burst mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This drone supports burst mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports panorama mode
    Panorama mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 54% of models
    This drone supports panorama mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 6,400 ISO higher max ISO
    Max ISO
    12,800 ISO
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >25.6k ISO
    This drone reaches a higher max ISO than the average drone (12800 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average drone reaches 6400 ISO.
    12,800 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • 384 GB higher memory card limit
    Max external memory supported
    512 GB
    ▲ Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >512 GB
    This drone supports more external storage than the average drone (512 GB vs 128 GB). The average drone supports up to 128 GB of external storage.
    512 GB vs 128 GB
  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
  • ADS-B In (AirSense)
    ADS-B In (AirSense)
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This drone includes ADS-B In (AirSense), while the average drone does not.
  • Supports waypoint flight
    Waypoint flight
    yes
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This drone supports waypoint flight, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports QuickShots
    QuickShots
    yes
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone supports QuickShots, while the average drone does not.
  • 4 more flight modes
    N. of intelligent flight modes
    8
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <0 – >8
    This drone offers more intelligent flight modes than the average drone (8 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
    ActiveTrack, Spotlight, POI, Waypoint Flight, QuickShots, MasterShots, Hyperlapse, Cruise Control
    8 vs 4
  • Remote ID
    Remote ID
    yes
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    This drone supports Remote ID, while the average drone does not.
  • Less restrictive EU class
    EU class marking
    C1
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    This drone is rated as C1 under the EU drone class system, while the average drone is rated as None.
    C1 vs None
  • 2.89x lower takeoff weight
    Max takeoff weight
    720 g
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >1.1k g
    This drone has a lower max takeoff weight than the average drone (720 g vs 249 g). The average drone has a max takeoff weight of 249 g.
    720 g vs 249 g
  • 19 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    20 km
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (20 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    Maximum range varies by region; CE/SRRC/MIC limits can be lower.
    20 km vs 1 km
  • Built-in display
    Display
    yes
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    This drone has a built-in display, while the average drone does not.
  • More polished companion app
    Companion app
    DJI Fly
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    This drone uses the DJI Fly companion app, while the average drone uses HS FPV.
    DJI Fly vs HS FPV
  • More frequency bands
    Operating frequency bands
    2.4 GHz, 5.2 GHz, 5.8 GHz
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    This drone supports 2.4 GHz, 5.2 GHz, 5.8 GHz operating frequency bands, while the average drone supports 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz.
    2.4 GHz, 5.2 GHz, 5.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz
  • Better live view quality
    Live view quality
    1080p@60 fps
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    This drone has better live view quality than the average drone (1080p@60 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
    1080p@60 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
  • More capable transmission system
    Video transmission system
    O4
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This drone uses O4 for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
    O4 vs SkyLink 2.0
  • 10 ms lower latency
    Transmission latency
    120 ms
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
    This drone has lower transmission latency than the average drone (120 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.
    120 ms vs 130 ms
  • Supports 4G / LTE
    4G / LTE support
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This drone supports 4G / LTE connectivity, while the average drone does not.
    Requires optional cellular dongle.
  • 45.42 Wh more battery energy
    Battery energy
    62.6 Wh
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has higher battery energy than the average drone (62.6 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    62.6 Wh vs 17.18 Wh
  • 2,041 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,241 mAh
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (4241 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    4,241 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • More modern charging port
    Charging interface
    USB-C
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This drone uses USB-C for charging, while the average drone uses micro-USB.
    Supports USB-C PD fast charging.
    USB-C vs micro-USB
  • 10 min shorter charging time
    Charging time
    80 min
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges faster than the average drone (80 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    80 min vs 90 min
  • 2.93x higher weight
    Weight
    720 g
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (720 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    720 g vs 246 g
  • 85 mm wider width
    Width
    326 mm
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is wider than the average drone (326 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    326 mm vs 241 mm
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    GPS, Galileo, BeiDou
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This drone supports GPS, Galileo, BeiDou GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    GPS, Galileo, BeiDou vs GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
  • 43.3 mm taller body height
    Height
    105.8 mm
    ▼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is taller than the average drone (105.8 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    105.8 mm vs 62.5 mm
  • 4.35x more expensive
    DJI Air 3 is more expensive than the average drone (£870 vs £200).
    £870 vs £200
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • 8 ° narrower field of view
    Field of view
    82 °
    ▼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a narrower field of view than the average drone (82 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    82 ° vs 90 °
  • 0.5 m/s slower tracking speed
    Max subject tracking speed
    12 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <8 m/s – >20 m/s
    This drone can track subjects at a lower speed than the average drone (12 m/s vs 12.5 m/s). The average drone tracks subjects at 12.5 m/s.
    12 m/s vs 12.5 m/s
  • 4.35x more expensive
    DJI Air 3 is more expensive than the average drone (£870 vs £200).
    £870 vs £200
  • 8 ° narrower field of view
    Field of view
    82 °
    ▼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a narrower field of view than the average drone (82 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    82 ° vs 90 °
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    GPS, Galileo, BeiDou
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This drone supports GPS, Galileo, BeiDou GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    GPS, Galileo, BeiDou vs GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • 0.5 m/s slower tracking speed
    Max subject tracking speed
    12 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <8 m/s – >20 m/s
    This drone can track subjects at a lower speed than the average drone (12 m/s vs 12.5 m/s). The average drone tracks subjects at 12.5 m/s.
    12 m/s vs 12.5 m/s
  • 2.93x higher weight
    Weight
    720 g
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (720 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    720 g vs 246 g
  • 85 mm wider width
    Width
    326 mm
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is wider than the average drone (326 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    326 mm vs 241 mm
  • 43.3 mm taller body height
    Height
    105.8 mm
    ▼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is taller than the average drone (105.8 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    105.8 mm vs 62.5 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
Air Photography
≈ estimated
19/08/2024
Long-term review · one year of regular flying
Verdict
DJI Air 3 is highly recommended for anyone who wants more power than the Mini series.
9.0
DM Productions
≈ estimated
08/08/2024
Long-term review · one year later, compared with Mini 4 Pro
Verdict
DJI Air 3 is still worth buying, and the 70mm lens clearly sets it apart from the Mini 4 Pro.
9.0
Air Photography
≈ estimated
11/03/2024
Long-term review · several months of regular flying
Verdict
DJI Air 3 is a good choice for many people, offering a lot for its size and price.
9.5
Luke Maximo Bell
≈ estimated
03/11/2023
Long-term test · 250 flights over three months
Verdict
DJI Air 3 is the best DJI drone yet, a sensible middle ground between the Mini and Mavic 3 series.
9.5
Air Photography
≈ estimated
12/09/2023
30-day review · one month of road-trip flying
Verdict
DJI Air 3 is highly recommended; its small internal storage is the only real drawback.
9.5
Tobias G Venus
≈ estimated
11/09/2023
Hands-on review · outdoor flights and comparison with a bigger drone
Verdict
DJI Air 3 is the best DJI drone for almost everyone, doing about 90% of what the Mavic 3 Pro does for nearly half the price.
9.0
Jake Sloan
≈ estimated
11/09/2023
Hands-on review · a month of field use and footage tests
Verdict
DJI Air 3 is good value for the price, with great battery life and footage, though 48-megapixel stills are not worth it.
9.0
Mark McGee Photos
≈ estimated
26/07/2023
Hands-on review · dual camera, 4K footage and feature tour
Verdict
DJI Air 3 is a clear upgrade over the Air 2S, with strong dual-camera footage and long flight time that few buyers will regret.
9.0
Engadget
≈ estimated
25/07/2023
Hands-on review · flight test and camera comparison
Verdict
DJI Air 3 suits buyers who can't stretch to the Mavic 3 Pro, and its new camera system is strong.
9.0
Billy Kyle
≈ estimated
25/07/2023
Hands-on review · long feature tour and technical walkthrough
Verdict
DJI Air 3 is widely seen as the upgrade it needed, though the Mavic 3 Pro remains a close alternative.

What reviewers agree on

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
25/07/2023
Hands-on test · Dual camera
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 offers wide and tele cameras, 360-degree obstacle avoidance and around 40 minutes of real flight, but needs ND filters and FAA registration.
9.0
thedronegirl.com
≈ estimated
25/07/2023
Feature review · Dual-camera drone
Verdict
DJI Air 3 is a light drone for photographers, with wide and 3x zoom cameras and 46-minute flights, though it has since been replaced by the newer Air 3S.
9.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
25/07/2023
Expert review · Dual camera
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is a versatile mid-range drone with wide and tele cameras and 46-minute flights, held back by its 720g weight and 4K video limit.
9.0
engadget.com
≈ estimated
25/07/2023
Overview review · Dual camera
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is a flexible two-camera drone with long flights and strong safety sensors, but it has no adjustable aperture and only a little internal storage.
9.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
25/07/2023
Expert review · Dual camera
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is an easy-to-fly, long-lasting drone with wide and telephoto cameras, but its 720g weight brings stricter rules and low light is weaker than the Air 2S.
9.0
space.com
✓ explicit
25/07/2023
Expert review · Dual camera
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is a very steady mid-range drone with two matching 48MP cameras for advanced users, though video tops out at 4K and the lenses can't change aperture.
9.3
eftm.com
✓ explicit
16/08/2023
Hands-on review · Telephoto flying
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is a strong pick for filming distant subjects in windy weather, but at nearly 800g it is bulkier than a Mini and under stricter rules.
8.0
au.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
24/08/2023
Lab and field test · Dual camera
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is a smooth-flying drone with an especially good telephoto camera, suited to buyers who want features over pocket size and accept registration rules.
9.0
pilotinstitute.com
≈ estimated
06/09/2023
Expert review · Dual camera
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is a well-rounded mid-size drone with wide and telephoto cameras and smart charging, held back by smaller sensors and 2.7K vertical video.
9.0
fstoppers.com
≈ estimated
25/07/2023
Hands-on test · Dual camera
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is a versatile two-camera drone with 46-minute flights and a strong link, but vertical video is a 2.7K crop and the aperture is fixed.
9.0
cined.com
≈ estimated
25/07/2023
Camera test · Dual camera
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is a versatile drone with matching wide and 70mm cameras and long flights, but it struggles more in low light than 1-inch sensor drones.
8.0
dcrainmaker.com
≈ estimated
26/07/2023
Field test · Sports tracking
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is a reliable self-filming drone for solo athletes thanks to ActiveTrack 5.0 and the 3x lens, though it struggles with fast, complex or murky scenes.
9.0
drohnen.de
≈ estimated
25/07/2023
Expert review · Dual camera
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is a solid but modest upgrade with wide and 3x tele cameras and all-round obstacle sensing, though real flights last well under the claimed 46 minutes.
9.2
chip.de
✓ explicit
03/08/2023
Expert review · Dual camera
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is a flexible all-rounder with two cameras and 46-minute flights, but fixed apertures and its 720g weight bring limits and paperwork.
9.0
neukamp.de
≈ estimated
09/08/2023
Photo test · Telephoto lens
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is a steady, wind-proof drone whose 70mm lens opens new photo angles, though its sensors hold less detail in highlights and shadows than the Air 2S.
9.0
computerbild.de
✓ explicit
06/08/2023
Expert review · Dual camera
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is a sturdy, wind-steady drone with two matching cameras and 46-minute flights, but its weight means C1 registration and vertical video is cropped.
10
lesnumeriques.com
✓ explicit
25/07/2023
Expert review · Dual camera
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is a long-flying drone with two cameras and full obstacle sensing, but low-light results are only average and its 720g weight brings more rules.
9.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
26/09/2023
In-depth test · Dual camera
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is a big step up with two well-matched cameras and long flights, but fixed apertures and its heavier C1 class add hassle.
gamereactor.es
9 de noviembre de 2023
Not graded yet
9.0
dronezine.it
≈ estimated
24/08/2023
Expert review · Creator drone
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is a sound choice for content creators who need better wind handling and tracking than a Mini, though its sensors are smaller than the Air 2S's.
9.5
pierluigipatella.com
≈ estimated
08/11/2023
Expert review · Dual camera
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is a quiet, versatile drone whose 3x optical zoom adds real shot variety, but at 720g it needs registration in many regions.
9.0
techprincess.it
≈ estimated
30/12/2023
Expert review · Dual camera
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is a complete creator's drone with matching wide and telephoto cameras and long flights, though it falls into Europe's stricter C1 class.
9.0
assicurazione-drone.it
≈ estimated
04/01/2024
Hands-on test · Fly More Combo
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is an easy-to-fly step up from the Minis with a really useful telephoto camera, but real flights last 30–35 minutes and an A1-A3 certificate is required.
8.0
dronewatch.nl
✓ explicit
08/08/2023
Hands-on test · Dual camera
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is an all-rounder whose 70mm second camera adds cinematic shots, but photographers lose the larger sensor of the Air 2S.
9.0
shoot.be
≈ estimated
17/11/2023
Expert review · Dual camera
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is a stable, safe all-round drone with matching wide and 70mm cameras, though its sensor is smaller than its predecessor's and video stops at 4K.
8.7
thijsschouten.com
✓ explicit
13/02/2026
Expert review · Dual camera
Verdict
The DJI Air 3 is a solid mid-range drone with matching 24mm and 70mm cameras and good wind handling, but low-light shots and internal storage disappoint.

Third-party reviews

Read buyer reviews on Amazon →

What we like about DJI Air 3

  • Versatile dual-camera system (24mm wide and 70mm medium telephoto) with consistent image quality across both sensors
  • Omnidirectional obstacle sensing and APAS 5.0 provide industry-leading safety and crash prevention
  • Excellent flight stability and wind resistance, even in gusty conditions
  • Significantly improved O4 video transmission system for a more reliable, long-range signal
  • Long real-world battery life, typically yielding 32-40 minutes of actual flight time
  • Innovative charging hub that can consolidate power from three partially used batteries into one
  • Quiet operation compared to previous generations, making it less intrusive in urban settings

What we don't like about DJI Air 3

  • Fixed aperture on both lenses makes the use of ND filters mandatory for proper video exposure control
  • Weighs over 249g, requiring FAA registration and falling into more restrictive regulatory categories in many regions
  • Smaller sensor size (1/1.3-inch) compared to the older Air 2S, which some photographers view as a technical downgrade
  • Vertical shooting is achieved via cropping (2.7K) rather than physical camera rotation like the Mini series
  • Limited internal storage (8GB), making the purchase of a high-speed microSD card essential
  • Minimum focusing distance on the telephoto lens (approx. 2m) is too long for close-up portraits

Verdict

The DJI Air 3 is a high-performance, foldable drone that features the series' first dual-primary camera system, utilizing two 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensors for its 24mm f/1.7 wide-angle and 70mm f/2.8 medium telephoto (3x zoom) lenses. Key technical specifications include 48MP photo capture, 4K/60fps HDR video, and 4K/100fps slow-motion capabilities on both cameras, supported by an impressive 46-minute maximum flight time and the next-generation O4 HD transmission system providing a range of up to 20 km. Its main pros include comprehensive safety with omnidirectional obstacle sensing, consistent image quality across both focal lengths, and a significant 48% battery life increase over the previous model. However, notable cons include fixed apertures on both cameras, which necessitate the use of ND filters for manual exposure control, and a heavier takeoff weight of 720g compared to its predecessor.

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