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DJI Mavic 2 Zoom Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£440Max flight time:31 minVideo resolution:4K/30 fpsMax transmission distance:10 km

DJI Mavic 2 Zoom Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 49 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

8.2

Overall score

Score
8.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components

85%

8.1

Technical score

15%

8.9

Review score ( 19 · 30)

Review score 15% · 8.9 · based on 49 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.
â–²Better than 87% of drones
8.1

Technical score

Technical score
8.1/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 85% of models
Score components

26%

8.5

Flight

24%

7.4

Camera

20%

8.8

Safety

16%

7.9

Connectivity

14%

7.7

Battery & Design

â–²Better than 85% of drones
8.9

Review score

Review score
8.9/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Grades by review (49)
19 reviews: 11 with a printed score, 8 estimated from the review. 30 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 10
✓ explicit
6

3.6%

10

digitalcameraworld.com

3.6%

9.2

techgearlab.com

3.6%

9.0

techradar.com

3.6%

8.0

t3.com

2.9%

9.0

hothardware.com

2.9%

9.0

digital-photography-school.com

≈ estimated
4

3.6%

9.0

dcrainmaker.com

2.9%

9.0

videomaker.com

2.9%

9.0

slrlounge.com

1.8%

9.0

dpreview.com

Video reviews 10

1.4%

9.5

Danny Hayes Sailing

1.4%

9.0

Tony & Chelsea Northrup

1.4%

9.0

Evan Thomas

1.4%

9.0

Connor McCaskill

1.4%

8.0

SoyaCincau

1.4%

8.0

Dustin Dunnill

1.4%

8.0

Ed Ricker

1.4%

7.0

PhotoRec TV

0.7%

9.0

Reviewing Literally Everything

0.7%

9.0

iJustine

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
★Better than 93% of drones
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Technical Specifications of drone DJI Mavic 2 Zoom

Technical score
Technical score
8.1/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 85% of models
Score components:

26%

8.5

Flight

24%

7.4

Camera

20%

8.8

Safety

16%

7.9

Connectivity

14%

7.7

Battery & Design

8.1
Review score
Review score
8.9/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Grades by review (49)
19 reviews: 11 with a printed score, 8 estimated from the review. 30 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 10
✓ explicit
6

3.6%

10

digitalcameraworld.com

3.6%

9.2

techgearlab.com

3.6%

9.0

techradar.com

3.6%

8.0

t3.com

2.9%

9.0

hothardware.com

2.9%

9.0

digital-photography-school.com

≈ estimated
4

3.6%

9.0

dcrainmaker.com

2.9%

9.0

videomaker.com

2.9%

9.0

slrlounge.com

1.8%

9.0

dpreview.com

Video reviews 10

1.4%

9.5

Danny Hayes Sailing

1.4%

9.0

Tony & Chelsea Northrup

1.4%

9.0

Evan Thomas

1.4%

9.0

Connor McCaskill

1.4%

8.0

SoyaCincau

1.4%

8.0

Dustin Dunnill

1.4%

8.0

Ed Ricker

1.4%

7.0

PhotoRec TV

0.7%

9.0

Reviewing Literally Everything

0.7%

9.0

iJustine

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.9
Popularity
Popularity
7.6/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 65% of models
Popularity:
DJI Mavic 2 Zoom has a popularity score of 7.6 points, which is higher than that of 64.9% of products in this category.
7.6
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 97% of models
Score components:

60%

8.2

Overall score

40%

8.2

Price

8.2
Max flight time
31 min
Max flight time
31 min
â–² Better than 72% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 31 min, longer than 71.5% of drones and equal to 4.5% of drones.
Max flight distance
18 km
Max flight distance
18 km
â–² Better than 83% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a max flight distance of 18 km, farther than 83.4% of drones and equal to 1.7% of drones.
Max flight speed
20 m/s
Max flight speed
20 m/s
â–² Better than 82% of models
Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
This drone has a max flight speed of 20 m/s, faster than 81.7% of drones and equal to 6.3% of drones.
Value reflects maximum mode speed (for example Sport/Manual mode).
Max wind resistance
10.5 m/s
Max wind resistance
10.5 m/s
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
This drone has max wind resistance of 10.5 m/s, lower than 55.4% of drones and equal to 3.6% of drones.
Max service ceiling (ASL)
6,000 m
Max service ceiling (ASL)
6,000 m
â–² 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/30 fps
Video resolution
4K/30 fps
â–² Better than 58% of models
This drone records video at 4K/30 fps, higher than 58.4% of drones and equal to 20.3% of drones.
4K camera
yes
4K camera
yes
â–² Better than 46% of models
This drone supports 4K video. 46% of drones support 4K video.
Sensor size
1/2.3"
Sensor size
1/2.3"
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
This drone has a sensor size of 1/2.3", smaller than 52.8% of drones and equal to 12% of drones.
Main camera megapixels
12 MP
Main camera megapixels
12 MP
â–¼ Worse than 42% of models
Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
This drone has a main camera resolution of 12 MP, higher than 41.3% of drones and equal to 16.7% of drones.
Max movie bitrate
100 Mbps
Max movie bitrate
100 Mbps
â–¼ Worse than 41% of models
Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
This drone has a max movie bitrate of 100 Mbps, higher than 30.3% of drones and equal to 29% of drones.
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What reviewers say
Obstacle detection
yes
Obstacle detection
yes
â–² 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
â–² Better than 33% of models
This drone supports Return-to-Home (RTH). 33% of drones support Return-to-Home (RTH).
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² Better than 35% of models
This drone supports GPS. 35.3% of drones support GPS.
GNSS systems supported
GPS, GLONASS
GNSS systems supported
GPS, GLONASS
â–² Better than 50% of models
This drone supports GPS, GLONASS GNSS systems, which are more comprehensive than those of 49.8% and the same as those of 17.1%.
Obstacle sensing directions
omnidirectional
Obstacle sensing directions
omnidirectional
â–² 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%.
Limited side sensing in certain modes still counts as omnidirectional coverage.
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What reviewers say
Max transmission distance
10 km
Max transmission distance
10 km
â–² Better than 76% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a max transmission distance of 10 km, farther than 75.5% of drones and equal to 9.2% of drones.
Maximum range varies by region; CE/SRRC/MIC limits can be lower.
Transmission latency
130 ms
Transmission latency
130 ms
â–² Better than 42% of models
Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
This drone has transmission latency of 130 ms, lower than 42.3% of drones and equal to 15.5% of drones.
Video transmission system
OcuSync 2.0
Video transmission system
OcuSync 2.0
â–² Better than 73% of models
This drone uses OcuSync 2.0 for video transmission, which is more advanced than the system used by 72.8% and the same as that used by 2.1%.
Live view quality
1080p@30 fps
Live view quality
1080p@30 fps
â–² Better than 61% of models
This drone offers live view quality of 1080p@30 fps, higher-quality than 60.9% of drones and equal to 18.8% of drones.
Remote control
yes
Remote control
yes
â–² 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
3,850 mAh
Battery capacity
3,850 mAh
â–² Better than 81% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 3,850 mAh, larger than 81.4% of drones and equal to 0.5% of drones.
Battery energy
59.29 Wh
Battery energy
59.29 Wh
â–² Better than 84% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 59.29 Wh, higher than 83.5% of drones and equal to 0.6% of drones.
Charging time
90 min
Charging time
90 min
â–² Better than 44% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 90 min, faster than 43.8% of drones and equal to 18.8% of drones.
Weight
905 g
Weight
905 g
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 905 g, heavier than 88.1% of drones.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–² 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 Mavic 2 Zoom vs the average drone

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  • 17 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    18 km
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (18 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    18 km vs 1 km
  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
  • 9 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    10 km
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (10 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.
    10 km vs 1 km
  • 3 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    3
    â–² 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
  • 11 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    31 min
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (31 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    31 min vs 20 min
  • 5 m/s faster flight speed
    Max flight speed
    20 m/s
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a higher max flight speed than the average drone (20 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    Value reflects maximum mode speed (for example Sport/Manual mode).
    20 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • 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.
  • 42.11 Wh more battery energy
    Battery energy
    59.29 Wh
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has higher battery energy than the average drone (59.3 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    59.29 Wh vs 17.18 Wh
  • 16.4% better value for money
    DJI Mavic 2 Zoom has better value for money than the average drone (8.21 vs 7.1).
    8.21 vs 7.06
  • 17 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    18 km
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (18 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    18 km vs 1 km
  • 11 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    31 min
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (31 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    31 min vs 20 min
  • 5 m/s faster flight speed
    Max flight speed
    20 m/s
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a higher max flight speed than the average drone (20 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    Value reflects maximum mode speed (for example Sport/Manual mode).
    20 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • 2,500 m higher service ceiling
    Max service ceiling (ASL)
    6,000 m
    â–² 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
  • 3 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    3
    â–² 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
  • 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.
  • More video codec options
    Video codecs supported
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC
    â–² 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
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This drone can capture RAW photos, while the average drone cannot.
  • More capable focus system
    Focus system
    hybrid AF (PDAF + CDAF)
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This drone uses hybrid AF (PDAF + CDAF) for focusing, while the average drone uses fixed focus.
    hybrid AF (PDAF + CDAF) vs fixed focus
  • More advanced stabilization
    Image stabilization type
    3-Axis Mechanical
    â–² 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)
  • Richer manual controls
    Manual camera controls
    full
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This drone offers full manual camera controls, while the average drone offers no.
    full vs no
  • More video format options
    Video formats
    MP4, MOV
    â–² 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
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This drone supports slow-motion mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 8 GB more internal storage
    Internal storage
    8 GB
    â–² 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
  • More color profile options
    Color profiles
    Normal, D-Cinelike
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This drone supports Normal, D-Cinelike color profiles, while the average drone supports Normal.
    Normal, D-Cinelike vs Normal
  • Supports HDR mode
    HDR mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This drone supports HDR mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports burst mode
    Burst mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This drone supports burst mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Higher photo resolution
    Photo resolution
    8000 x 6000 px
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This drone offers higher photo resolution than the average drone (8000x6000 px vs 4096x3072 px). The average drone offers a photo resolution of 4096x3072 px.
    8000x6000 px vs 4096x3072 px
  • Supports panorama mode
    Panorama mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This drone supports panorama mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports waypoint flight
    Waypoint flight
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This drone supports waypoint flight, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports QuickShots
    QuickShots
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This drone supports QuickShots, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports TapFly
    TapFly
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This drone supports TapFly, while the average drone does not.
  • 7.5 m/s faster tracking speed
    Max subject tracking speed
    20 m/s
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <8 m/s – >20 m/s
    This drone can track subjects at a higher speed than the average drone (20 m/s vs 12.5 m/s). The average drone tracks subjects at 12.5 m/s.
    20 m/s vs 12.5 m/s
  • 3 more flight modes
    N. of intelligent flight modes
    7
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <0 – >8
    This drone offers more intelligent flight modes than the average drone (7 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
    ActiveTrack, POI, Waypoint Flight, TapFly, QuickShots, Hyperlapse, Dolly Zoom
    7 vs 4
  • Remote ID
    Remote ID
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This drone supports Remote ID, while the average drone does not.
    Available via firmware update.
  • 3.96x lower takeoff weight
    Max takeoff weight
    986 g
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >1.1k g
    This drone has a lower max takeoff weight than the average drone (986 g vs 249 g). The average drone has a max takeoff weight of 249 g.
    986 g vs 249 g
  • 9 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    10 km
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (10 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.
    10 km vs 1 km
  • More polished companion app
    Companion app
    DJI GO 4
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This drone uses the DJI GO 4 companion app, while the average drone uses HS FPV.
    DJI GO 4 vs HS FPV
  • Better live view quality
    Live view quality
    1080p@30 fps
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This drone has better live view quality than the average drone (1080p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
    1080p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
  • 42.11 Wh more battery energy
    Battery energy
    59.29 Wh
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has higher battery energy than the average drone (59.3 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    59.29 Wh vs 17.18 Wh
  • 1,650 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,850 mAh
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (3850 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    3,850 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • More modern charging port
    Charging interface
    hybrid (proprietary + USB-C)
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This drone uses hybrid (proprietary + USB-C) for charging, while the average drone uses micro-USB.
    hybrid (proprietary + USB-C) vs micro-USB
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    GPS, GLONASS
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This drone supports GPS, GLONASS GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    GPS, GLONASS vs GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
  • 3.68x higher weight
    Weight
    905 g
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (905 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    905 g vs 246 g
  • Narrower aperture
    Aperture
    f/2.8-f/3.8
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This drone has a narrower aperture than the average drone (f/2.8-f/3.8 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/2.8-f/3.8 vs f/2
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/30 fps
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • 0.2 m/s lower wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    10.5 m/s
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone handles weaker wind than the average drone (10.5 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    10.5 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
  • 5 years older release date
    Release date
    2018
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This drone is older than the average drone (2018 vs 2023). The average drone was released in 2023.
    August 2018
    2018 vs 2023
  • 1 m/s slower descent speed
    Max descent speed
    3 m/s
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <2 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone descends more slowly than the average drone (3 m/s vs 4 m/s). The average drone descends at 4 m/s.
    Value reflects maximum descent speed in higher-performance flight mode.
    3 m/s vs 4 m/s
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • 2.2x more expensive
    DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is more expensive than the average drone (£440 vs £200).
    £440 vs £200
  • 0.2 m/s lower wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    10.5 m/s
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone handles weaker wind than the average drone (10.5 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    10.5 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
  • 5 years older release date
    Release date
    2018
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This drone is older than the average drone (2018 vs 2023). The average drone was released in 2023.
    August 2018
    2018 vs 2023
  • 1 m/s slower descent speed
    Max descent speed
    3 m/s
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <2 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone descends more slowly than the average drone (3 m/s vs 4 m/s). The average drone descends at 4 m/s.
    Value reflects maximum descent speed in higher-performance flight mode.
    3 m/s vs 4 m/s
  • Narrower aperture
    Aperture
    f/2.8-f/3.8
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This drone has a narrower aperture than the average drone (f/2.8-f/3.8 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/2.8-f/3.8 vs f/2
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/30 fps
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • 7 ° narrower field of view
    Field of view
    83 °
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a narrower field of view than the average drone (83 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    83 ° vs 90 °
  • 3,200 ISO lower max ISO
    Max ISO
    3,200 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >25.6k ISO
    This drone reaches a lower max ISO than the average drone (3200 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average drone reaches 6400 ISO.
    3,200 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    GPS, GLONASS
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This drone supports GPS, GLONASS GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    GPS, GLONASS vs GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • More basic transmission system
    Video transmission system
    OcuSync 2.0
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This drone uses OcuSync 2.0 for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
    OcuSync 2.0 vs SkyLink 2.0
  • More basic controller
    Controller model
    RC1A / RC1B
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    This drone uses the RC1A / RC1B controller, while the average drone uses LiteRadio 4 SE.
    RC1A / RC1B vs LiteRadio 4 SE
  • 3.68x higher weight
    Weight
    905 g
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (905 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    905 g vs 246 g
  • 21.5 mm taller body height
    Height
    84 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is taller than the average drone (84 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    84 mm vs 62.5 mm
  • 47 mm longer body length
    Length
    322 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
    This drone is longer than the average drone (322 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
    322 mm vs 275 mm

Video reviews

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

9.0
Tony & Chelsea Northrup
≈ estimated
24/02/2020
Long-term review · 1.5 years of regular flying
Verdict
DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is still flawed, but most people with the budget should buy one.
9.0
Evan Thomas
≈ estimated
26/05/2019
Hands-on review · zoom, hyperlapse and feature tour
Verdict
DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is the clear pick if you want zoom; image quality is excellent, though ND filters help in bright light.
8.0
SoyaCincau
≈ estimated
14/02/2019
Hands-on review · flights, zoom and image quality
Verdict
DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is a solid upgrade over the Mavic Pro and best for anyone who wants zoom, though low-light performance is weak.
7.0
PhotoRec TV
≈ estimated
29/11/2018
Hands-on review · zoom, quick shots and tracking
Verdict
DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is a good first drone with a versatile zoom, but image quality is much like the previous model.
8.0
Dustin Dunnill
≈ estimated
18/09/2018
Flight review · windy tracking and zoom test
Verdict
DJI Mavic 2 Zoom flies well in wind, but tracking struggles under trees and the battery ran low.
9.5
Danny Hayes Sailing
≈ estimated
03/09/2018
Hands-on review · active track tests and daily flying
Verdict
DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is quiet, durable and easy to carry, and a good pick over the Phantom 4.
9.0
Connor McCaskill
≈ estimated
23/08/2018
Hands-on review · top ten features and flight tests
Verdict
DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is very versatile and an easy pick for anyone who values its zoom range.
8.0
Ed Ricker
≈ estimated
23/08/2018
Hands-on review · zoom, range and tracking tests over a full flight
Verdict
DJI Mavic 2 Zoom has long battery life and quiet flight, but its 60fps footage disappoints.
9.0
Reviewing Literally Everything
≈ estimated
26/08/2022
Short review · long-term use and footage
Verdict
DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is still a great drone years later, with its zoom, reliable flight and video that still impresses.
9.0
iJustine
≈ estimated
23/08/2018
First impressions · unboxing and first flight
Verdict
DJI Mavic 2 Zoom made a very good first impression, with fuller testing still to come and no drawbacks noted yet.

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
dpreview.com
≈ estimated
04/09/2018
Expert review · Series comparison
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is a quiet, well-protected drone whose optical zoom unlocks Dolly Zoom shots, at the cost of less detailed images than the Pro.
9.0
dcrainmaker.com
≈ estimated
22/11/2018
In-depth test · Zoom camera
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is a jack-of-all-trades drone that trades the Pro's bigger sensor for zoom flexibility, so it suits daylight flying best.
9.2
techgearlab.com
✓ explicit
21/11/2018
Lab test · Zoom camera
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom flies fast and holds steady in wind, suiting buyers who value zoom range over the Pro's better image quality.
9.0
videomaker.com
≈ estimated
20/12/2018
Expert review · Series comparison
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is a fast, long-flying drone with creative zoom shots, though it's weaker in low light and its software can get in the way.
9.0
hothardware.com
✓ explicit
28/12/2018
Expert review · Zoom camera
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is a very stable, easy drone with smooth 4K and a versatile zoom, but 4K stops at 30fps and the basic box is sparse.
9.0
digital-photography-school.com
✓ explicit
15/04/2019
Expert review · Zoom camera
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is an easy, stable drone packed with creative zoom tricks, best for those who can live without 4K/60fps and the Pro's sensor.
9.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
20/08/2020
Expert review · Optical zoom
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is a foldable travel drone whose 2x optical zoom gives you more ways to frame shots, but its small sensor trails the Mavic 2 Pro in low light.
8.0
t3.com
✓ explicit
19/07/2022
Hands-on review · Zoom drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is a steady, quiet flyer whose optical zoom gets creative shots from a distance, though its smaller sensor gives weaker images than the Pro.
10
digitalcameraworld.com
✓ explicit
05/12/2020
Expert review · Zoom camera
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom suits creators who want unusual zoom shots and 31-minute flights, but its small sensor is weak in low light and 4K stops at 30fps.
9.0
slrlounge.com
≈ estimated
31/10/2018
Photographer's test · Zoom drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is a strong choice for videographers, letting you frame tighter without disturbing your subject, though its smaller sensor holds it back in low light.
stuckincustoms.com
29/10/2019
Not graded yet
drohnen.de
09/02/2019
Not graded yet
8.6
chip.de
✓ explicit
07/01/2022
Expert review · Zoom camera
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is the pick for flexible zoom shots and a reliable long-range link, but lacks the Pro's bigger sensor for tricky light.
9.0
drohnen.de
≈ estimated
23/08/2018
Expert review · Series overview
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is a top consumer drone with long range, long flights and creative Dolly Zoom shots, but its camera can't be swapped.
10
heise.de
✓ explicit
27/09/2018
Expert test · Zoom camera
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is a compact, steady-flying drone whose 2x optical zoom gives fresh angles, but its small sensor struggles with high-contrast scenes.
9.5
01net.com
≈ estimated
15/09/2018
Expert review · Zoom camera
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is a fast, quiet, well-protected drone for creators who want zoom shots, though its small sensor struggles once light fades.
10
lesnumeriques.com
✓ explicit
06/01/2019
Expert review · Zoom camera
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is a stable, foldable drone whose optical zoom gets close-up shots from a safe distance, but its pictures fall behind the Pro's.
8.7
smartworld.it
✓ explicit
10/09/2018
Expert review · Zoom camera
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is a quiet, long-flying drone whose 2x optical zoom allows creative shots from a safe distance, but its small sensor struggles in low light.
9.5
fotografidigitali.it
≈ estimated
22/11/2018
Expert review · Zoom camera
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom flies very steadily and is easy for beginners, with a fun 2x zoom, though its smaller sensor captures less dynamic range than the Pro.
9.5
andreagaleazzi.com
≈ estimated
03/09/2018
Video review · Real-world flying
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is a very steady, quiet flyer with a reliable long-range video link and creative zoom, though it is weaker in low light than the Pro.
8.0
dronewatch.nl
✓ explicit
31/08/2018
Field test · Zoom drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom lets you get close-up shots from a safe distance and flies quietly, but has a small sensor and some fragile parts.

Third-party reviews

Read buyer reviews on Amazon →

What we like about DJI Mavic 2 Zoom

  • Unique 24-48mm optical zoom lens providing creative cinematic perspectives and 'Dolly Zoom' effects
  • Excellent omnidirectional obstacle avoidance (front, back, left, right, up, down) for enhanced safety
  • Strong flight performance with a long battery life of up to 31 minutes and a top speed of 45 mph
  • Extremely stable flight and gimbal performance, even in breezy conditions
  • Quiet flight operation compared to previous models due to low-noise propellers
  • Super Resolution mode allows for high-detail 48-megapixel stitched photos
  • Reliable OcuSync 2.0 transmission providing a clear 1080p live feed at long ranges

What we don't like about DJI Mavic 2 Zoom

  • Smaller 1/2.3-inch sensor results in inferior low-light performance compared to the Mavic 2 Pro
  • Lack of 4K recording at 60fps, which is a major disappointment for high-speed action
  • Variable aperture means the image gets darker as you zoom in, requiring manual exposure adjustments
  • Limited internal storage (8GB), which fills up quickly with 4K footage
  • Controller thumbsticks are removable and can be easily lost or forgotten during setup
  • No longer supports portrait mode (vertical shooting), unlike the original Mavic Pro

Verdict

The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is a high-end foldable drone with a 12MP camera and a distinctive 24-48mm 2x optical zoom lens that gives it far more framing flexibility than most drones in its class. It also offers 4K video, omnidirectional obstacle sensing, and creative modes such as Dolly Zoom, making it especially appealing to users who value zoom-based composition over maximum sensor size. Its main strengths are versatility, safe flight support, and strong overall image quality for a compact drone. The main tradeoff is that its smaller sensor cannot match the low-light performance of the Mavic 2 Pro.

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