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DJI Mavic 3 Classic Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~ÂŁ1,230Max flight time:46 minVideo resolution:5.1K/50 fpsMax transmission distance:15 km

DJI Mavic 3 Classic Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 51 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

8.9

Overall score

Score
8.9/ 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 97% of models
Score components

85%

8.9

Technical score

15%

8.9

Review score ( 14 · 37)

Review score 15% · 8.9 · based on 51 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 97% of drones
8.9

Technical score

Technical score
8.9/ 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 97% of models
Score components

26%

9.9

Flight

24%

8.2

Camera

20%

9.1

Safety

16%

8.9

Connectivity

14%

8.0

Battery & Design

★Better than 97% 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
▌
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 97% of models
Grades by review (51)
14 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 10 estimated from the review. 37 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 8
✓ explicit
4

4.3%

10

amateurphotographer.com

4.3%

9.0

techradar.com

4.3%

9.0

digitalcameraworld.com

4.3%

9.0

space.com

≈ estimated
4

4.3%

9.5

petapixel.com

2.1%

9.0

dcrainmaker.com

2.1%

9.0

dpreview.com

1.7%

9.0

droneandcam.com

Video reviews 12

1.7%

9.5

Andy Mumford

1.7%

9.5

Mihail Svilenov

1.7%

9.0

Niclas Nilsson

1.7%

9.0

VisualsbyMichael_

1.7%

9.0

DM Productions

1.7%

9.0

Matt Gonzalez

1.7%

9.0

Robin Hannevig

1.7%

9.0

DansTube.TV

1.7%

9.0

QuickAssTutorials

1.7%

8.0

Julia Trotti

1.7%

6.0

RobHK

0.9%

9.0

Billy Kyle

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
★Better than 97% of drones
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Technical Specifications of drone DJI Mavic 3 Classic

Technical score
Technical score
8.9/ 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 97% of models
Score components:

26%

9.9

Flight

24%

8.2

Camera

20%

9.1

Safety

16%

8.9

Connectivity

14%

8.0

Battery & Design

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
▌
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 97% of models
Grades by review (51)
14 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 10 estimated from the review. 37 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 8
✓ explicit
4

4.3%

10

amateurphotographer.com

4.3%

9.0

techradar.com

4.3%

9.0

digitalcameraworld.com

4.3%

9.0

space.com

≈ estimated
4

4.3%

9.5

petapixel.com

2.1%

9.0

dcrainmaker.com

2.1%

9.0

dpreview.com

1.7%

9.0

droneandcam.com

Video reviews 12

1.7%

9.5

Andy Mumford

1.7%

9.5

Mihail Svilenov

1.7%

9.0

Niclas Nilsson

1.7%

9.0

VisualsbyMichael_

1.7%

9.0

DM Productions

1.7%

9.0

Matt Gonzalez

1.7%

9.0

Robin Hannevig

1.7%

9.0

DansTube.TV

1.7%

9.0

QuickAssTutorials

1.7%

8.0

Julia Trotti

1.7%

6.0

RobHK

0.9%

9.0

Billy Kyle

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.9
Popularity
Popularity
7.5/ 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
â–Č Better than 63% of models
Popularity:
DJI Mavic 3 Classic has a popularity score of 7.5 points, which is higher than that of 62.9% of products in this category.
7.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 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
â–Č Better than 69% of models
Score components:

60%

8.9

Overall score

40%

4.0

Price

7.4
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
30 km
Max flight distance
30 km
★ Better than 95% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a max flight distance of 30 km, farther than 95% of drones and equal to 1.1% of drones.
Max flight speed
21 m/s
Max flight speed
21 m/s
â–Č 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
â–Č 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
â–Č 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
5.1K/50 fps
Video resolution
5.1K/50 fps
★ Better than 92% of models
This drone records video at 5.1K/50 fps, higher than 91.6% of drones and equal to 1.5% of drones.
4K camera
yes
4K camera
yes
â–Č Better than 46% of models
This drone supports 4K video. 46% of drones support 4K video.
Sensor size
4/3"
Sensor size
4/3"
★ Better than 94% of models
This drone has a sensor size of 4/3", larger than 93.5% of drones and equal to 5.6% of drones.
Main camera megapixels
20 MP
Main camera megapixels
20 MP
â–Č Better than 64% of models
Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
This drone has a main camera resolution of 20 MP, higher than 64% of drones and equal to 9.3% of drones.
Max movie bitrate
200 Mbps
Max movie bitrate
200 Mbps
★ Better than 92% of models
Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
This drone has a max movie bitrate of 200 Mbps, higher than 92.1% of drones and equal to 5.3% of drones.
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What reviewers say
Obstacle detection
yes
Obstacle detection
yes
â–Č 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–Č 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–Č 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
â–Č 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
â–Č 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
15 km
Max transmission distance
15 km
â–Č Better than 89% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a max transmission distance of 15 km, farther than 89.3% of drones and equal to 5.6% of drones.
Maximum range varies by region; CE/SRRC/MIC limits can be lower.
Transmission latency
120 ms
Transmission latency
120 ms
â–Č 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
O3
Video transmission system
O3
â–Č Better than 87% of models
This drone uses O3 for video transmission, which is more advanced than the system used by 86.7% and the same as that used by 4.1%.
Live view quality
1080p@60 fps
Live view quality
1080p@60 fps
â–Č 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
â–Č 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
5,000 mAh
Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
â–Č Better than 88% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh, larger than 87.6% of drones and equal to 3.1% of drones.
Battery energy
77 Wh
Battery energy
77 Wh
â–Č Better than 88% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 77 Wh, higher than 87.7% of drones and equal to 2.9% of drones.
Charging time
96 min
Charging time
96 min
▌ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 96 min, slower than 58.1% of drones and equal to 1.9% of drones.
Weight
895 g
Weight
895 g
▌ Worse than 86% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 895 g, heavier than 86.1% of drones and equal to 0.5% of drones.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–Č 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 3 Classic vs the average drone

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  • 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
  • 29 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    30 km
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (30 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    30 km vs 1 km
  • Larger sensor size
    Sensor size
    4/3"
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This drone has a larger sensor than the average drone (4/3" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    4/3" vs 1/2.3"
  • 14 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    15 km
    â–Č Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (15 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.
    15 km vs 1 km
  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    â–Č Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
  • 100 Mbps higher video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    200 Mbps
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a higher maximum video bitrate than the average drone (200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • 6 m/s faster flight speed
    Max flight speed
    21 m/s
    â–Č 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
  • 3 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    3
    â–Č 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
  • 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
  • 29 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    30 km
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (30 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    30 km vs 1 km
  • 6 m/s faster flight speed
    Max flight speed
    21 m/s
    â–Č 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
  • 1.3 m/s higher wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    12 m/s
    â–Č 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
  • 3 m/s faster ascent speed
    Max ascent speed
    8 m/s
    â–Č Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <3 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone climbs faster than the average drone (8 m/s vs 5 m/s). The average drone climbs at 5 m/s.
    8 m/s vs 5 m/s
  • 2,500 m higher service ceiling
    Max service ceiling (ASL)
    6,000 m
    â–Č 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
  • 2 m/s faster descent speed
    Max descent speed
    6 m/s
    â–Č Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <2 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone descends faster than the average drone (6 m/s vs 4 m/s). The average drone descends at 4 m/s.
    6 m/s vs 4 m/s
  • Larger sensor size
    Sensor size
    4/3"
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This drone has a larger sensor than the average drone (4/3" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    4/3" vs 1/2.3"
  • 100 Mbps higher video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    200 Mbps
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a higher maximum video bitrate than the average drone (200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • 3 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    3
    â–Č 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
    â–Č 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
  • More video codec options
    Video codecs supported
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC
    â–Č 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
  • More capable focus system
    Focus system
    vision detection AF (VDAF)
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    This drone uses vision detection AF (VDAF) for focusing, while the average drone uses fixed focus.
    vision detection AF (VDAF) vs fixed focus
  • Captures RAW photos
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    â–Č 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
    â–Č 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–Č 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–Č 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–Č Better than 71% of models
    This drone supports slow-motion mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 7.2 GB more internal storage
    Internal storage
    7.2 GB
    â–Č Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >8 GB
    This drone has more internal storage than the average drone (7.2 GB vs 0 GB). The average drone has 0 GB of internal storage.
    7.2 GB vs 0 GB
  • Supports burst mode
    Burst mode
    yes
    â–Č Better than 61% of models
    This drone supports burst mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 8 MP more camera resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    20 MP
    â–Č Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
    This drone has more main camera megapixels than the average drone (20 MP vs 12 MP). The average drone has 12 MP on the main camera.
    20 MP vs 12 MP
  • Supports panorama mode
    Panorama mode
    yes
    â–Č 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
    â–Č 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
  • Wider tilt range
    Camera tilt range
    -90 to 35 °
    â–Č Better than 87% of models
    This drone has a wider tilt range than the average drone (-90 to 35 ° vs -90 to 20 °).
    -90 to 35 ° vs -90 to 20 °
  • Higher video resolution
    Video resolution
    5.1K/50 fps
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This drone offers higher video resolution than the average drone (5.1K/50 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    5.1K/50 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • 384 GB higher memory card limit
    Max external memory supported
    512 GB
    â–Č 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
    â–Č 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
    â–Č Better than 51% of models
    This drone supports waypoint flight, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports QuickShots
    QuickShots
    yes
    â–Č 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
    â–Č 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, Course Lock
    8 vs 4
  • Remote ID
    Remote ID
    yes
    â–Č Better than 74% of models
    This drone supports Remote ID, while the average drone does not.
  • 3.59x lower takeoff weight
    Max takeoff weight
    895 g
    â–Č Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >1.1k g
    This drone has a lower max takeoff weight than the average drone (895 g vs 249 g). The average drone has a max takeoff weight of 249 g.
    895 g vs 249 g
  • Less restrictive EU class
    EU class marking
    C1
    â–Č 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
  • 2.5 m/s faster tracking speed
    Max subject tracking speed
    15 m/s
    â–Č Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <8 m/s – >20 m/s
    This drone can track subjects at a higher speed than the average drone (15 m/s vs 12.5 m/s). The average drone tracks subjects at 12.5 m/s.
    15 m/s vs 12.5 m/s
  • 14 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    15 km
    â–Č Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (15 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.
    15 km vs 1 km
  • More polished companion app
    Companion app
    DJI Fly
    â–Č 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
  • Better live view quality
    Live view quality
    1080p@60 fps
    â–Č 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
  • 10 ms lower latency
    Transmission latency
    120 ms
    â–Č 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.
  • More capable transmission system
    Video transmission system
    O3
    â–Č Better than 87% of models
    This drone uses O3 for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
    O3 vs SkyLink 2.0
  • 2,800 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    5,000 mAh
    â–Č Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (5000 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    5,000 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • 59.82 Wh more battery energy
    Battery energy
    77 Wh
    â–Č Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has higher battery energy than the average drone (77 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    77 Wh vs 17.18 Wh
  • More modern charging port
    Charging interface
    USB-C
    â–Č 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
  • 3.64x higher weight
    Weight
    895 g
    ▌ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (895 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    895 g vs 246 g
  • Narrower aperture
    Aperture
    f/2.8-f/11
    ▌ Worse than 52% of models
    This drone has a narrower aperture than the average drone (f/2.8-f/11 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/2.8-f/11 vs f/2
  • 45.2 mm taller body height
    Height
    107.7 mm
    ▌ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is taller than the average drone (107.7 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    107.7 mm vs 62.5 mm
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    GPS, Galileo, BeiDou
    â–Č 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
  • 72.5 mm longer body length
    Length
    347.5 mm
    ▌ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
    This drone is longer than the average drone (347.5 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
    347.5 mm vs 275 mm
  • 6.15x more expensive
    DJI Mavic 3 Classic is more expensive than the average drone (ÂŁ1,230 vs ÂŁ200).
    ÂŁ1,230 vs ÂŁ200
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    ▌ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • 42 mm wider width
    Width
    283 mm
    ▌ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is wider than the average drone (283 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    283 mm vs 241 mm
  • 6.15x more expensive
    DJI Mavic 3 Classic is more expensive than the average drone (ÂŁ1,230 vs ÂŁ200).
    ÂŁ1,230 vs ÂŁ200
  • 1 years older release date
    Release date
    2022
    ▌ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This drone is older than the average drone (2022 vs 2023). The average drone was released in 2023.
    November 2022
    2022 vs 2023
  • Narrower aperture
    Aperture
    f/2.8-f/11
    ▌ Worse than 52% of models
    This drone has a narrower aperture than the average drone (f/2.8-f/11 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/2.8-f/11 vs f/2
  • 6 ° narrower field of view
    Field of view
    84 °
    ▌ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a narrower field of view than the average drone (84 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    84 ° vs 90 °
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    GPS, Galileo, BeiDou
    â–Č 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.
  • 3.64x higher weight
    Weight
    895 g
    ▌ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (895 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    895 g vs 246 g
  • 45.2 mm taller body height
    Height
    107.7 mm
    ▌ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is taller than the average drone (107.7 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    107.7 mm vs 62.5 mm
  • 72.5 mm longer body length
    Length
    347.5 mm
    ▌ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
    This drone is longer than the average drone (347.5 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
    347.5 mm vs 275 mm
  • 42 mm wider width
    Width
    283 mm
    ▌ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is wider than the average drone (283 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    283 mm vs 241 mm
  • 6 min longer charging time
    Charging time
    96 min
    ▌ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges more slowly than the average drone (96 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    96 min vs 90 min

Video reviews

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

9.0
Niclas Nilsson
≈ estimated
08/04/2025
Long-term review · about two years of regular flying
Verdict
DJI Mavic 3 Classic is worth buying and highly recommended, though the Mavic 3 Pro is the better pick today.
9.0
VisualsbyMichael_
≈ estimated
09/02/2025
Hands-on review · flight time, battery and value test
Verdict
DJI Mavic 3 Classic is a small, fun-to-fly drone with good value, though it is loud.
9.5
Andy Mumford
≈ estimated
07/05/2023
Long-term test · months of landscape trips and shooting
Verdict
DJI Mavic 3 Classic probably offers the best consumer image quality for video and is a natural upgrade from the Mavic 2 Pro.
9.0
DM Productions
≈ estimated
23/03/2023
Long-term test · 20 weeks of real flights
Verdict
DJI Mavic 3 Classic has been highly enjoyable over 20 weeks, but UK flying rules limit where it can be flown.
9.0
Matt Gonzalez
≈ estimated
02/02/2023
Hands-on review · flights and image quality comparison
Verdict
DJI Mavic 3 Classic suits buyers wanting a strong camera, long flight time and reliability without overspending, and is a worthwhile upgrade from the Mavic 2 Pro.
6.0
RobHK
≈ estimated
22/11/2022
Long-term review · 3 weeks of flying, pros and cons
Verdict
DJI Mavic 3 Classic looks best on paper, but most Mini 3 Pro owners do not need it.
8.0
Julia Trotti
≈ estimated
14/11/2022
Hands-on review · photo and video tests, subject tracking
Verdict
DJI Mavic 3 Classic tracks subjects and avoids obstacles well, though framing options and QuickShots need work.
9.0
Robin Hannevig
≈ estimated
08/11/2022
Hands-on review · features, configurations and safety systems
Verdict
DJI Mavic 3 Classic complements the Mini 3 Pro well, with solid safety systems and a bright, easy-to-use controller.
9.0
QuickAssTutorials
≈ estimated
02/11/2022
Hands-on review · night mode and image quality
Verdict
DJI Mavic 3 Classic feels like the real successor to the Mavic 2 Pro, with a large sensor and features at a manageable price.
9.5
Mihail Svilenov
≈ estimated
02/11/2022
Full review · features and value for upgraders
Verdict
DJI Mavic 3 Classic is currently the best-value DJI drone for anyone looking to upgrade.

What reviewers agree on

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Reviewers praise the excellent image quality and long flight time, but miss having a zoom and criticise recording and storage limits.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
dpreview.com
≈ estimated
02/11/2022
Hands-on review · Camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 3 Classic keeps the full Mavic 3 main camera and flight time without the telephoto, but loses ProRes and starts slowly in the cold.
9.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
23/02/2023
Hands-on review · Camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 3 Classic delivers outstanding images from its Four Thirds camera and flies steadily, but real flights last nearer 30 minutes and there's no zoom.
9.0
space.com
✓ explicit
14/12/2022
Hands-on review · Camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 3 Classic offers flagship 4/3 image quality and dependable transmission, though real flight time is around 30 minutes and there is no zoom lens.
9.0
digitalcameraworld.com
✓ explicit
03/03/2026
Hands-on review · Camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 3 Classic keeps the excellent Four Thirds camera and long flight time while dropping the little-used telephoto, though its low body needs a landing mat.
10
amateurphotographer.com
✓ explicit
27/05/2025
Hands-on review · Camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 3 Classic is an easy-to-fly folding drone with top-class 5.1K and raw photo quality for photographers who can live without a zoom lens.
9.5
petapixel.com
≈ estimated
02/12/2022
Expert review · Single camera
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 3 Classic delivers the flagship Four Thirds Hasselblad camera and strong night footage, but without a zoom lens tight shots take more effort.
9.0
dcrainmaker.com
≈ estimated
03/11/2022
Field test · Tracking and wind
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 3 Classic is an excellent all-round drone with top-tier footage and steady flight in strong wind, though its tracking falters at high speed.
9.0
droneandcam.com
≈ estimated
04/09/2025
Expert review · Single camera
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 3 Classic offers top Hasselblad image quality and long flights with easier EU rules, but it is heavy and has no zoom camera.
9.0
drohnen.de
≈ estimated
02/11/2022
Expert review · Single camera
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 3 Classic suits buyers who care most about the main camera, pairing a 4/3 Hasselblad sensor with long flights but skipping the zoom lens.
9.0
slashcam.de
≈ estimated
03/11/2022
Expert review · Single camera
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 3 Classic gives high-end aerial video with 5.1K and 4K/120fps from a Hasselblad sensor, but drops the telephoto camera and has little storage.
9.5
javiergomiz.com
≈ estimated
22/02/2023
In-depth review · Mavic 3 comparison
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 3 Classic flies exactly like the Mavic 3 and adds a strong Night mode, but without the telephoto it suits fewer jobs like inspections.
gamereactor.es
20/12/2022
Not graded yet
9.0
droneguru.es
≈ estimated
14 de noviembre de 2022
Expert review · Camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 3 Classic is a well-balanced high-end drone with a superb 4/3 camera and long flights, but it's bigger and louder than small drones and lacks zoom.
8.0
andreagaleazzi.com
≈ estimated
02/11/2022
Expert review · Camera drone
Verdict
DJI Mavic 3 Classic is a sensible flagship for serious filmmakers, with 5.1K footage and 46-minute flights, but the lack of a telephoto lens limits scouting.
9.0
dronezine.it
≈ estimated
18/11/2022
Expert review · Single camera
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 3 Classic brings the original Mavic 3's excellent Hasselblad image quality and easier EU flying, though it lacks the Pro's telephoto lens.

Third-party reviews

Read buyer reviews on Amazon →

What we like about DJI Mavic 3 Classic

  • Industry-leading 4/3 CMOS Hasselblad camera with 5.1K video capability
  • Omnidirectional obstacle sensing (APAS 5.0) provides high flight safety
  • Excellent stability even in challenging windy conditions
  • User-friendly setup and intuitive controls suitable for beginners and pros
  • C1 EU classification allows for more flexible flight categories
  • Strong video transmission range (O3+) up to 15km

What we don't like about DJI Mavic 3 Classic

  • High initial investment despite being the 'budget' Mavic 3 option
  • Real-world flight time is typically 30-40 minutes, less than the advertised 46
  • Limited onboard storage of only 8GB in the base model
  • Lacks the telephoto (zoom) lens found on the standard Mavic 3 and Pro models
  • Does not support Apple ProRes encoding, which is reserved for Cine models
  • Sluggish performance when using the standard DJI RC remote for setting changes

Verdict

The DJI Mavic 3 Classic is a high-performance prosumer drone featuring a professional-grade 20MP 4/3 CMOS Hasselblad camera capable of 5.1K/50fps and 4K/120fps video recording. It offers an adjustable aperture of f/2.8-f/11, a maximum flight time of 46 minutes, and an O3+ transmission system with a range of up to 15km. Key pros include its exceptional image quality with 12.8 stops of dynamic range, omnidirectional obstacle sensing with APAS 5.0, and cruise control for smoother cinematic shots. However, its main cons are the lack of a secondary telephoto lens found in other Mavic 3 models, the absence of Apple ProRes support, and its relatively high price compared to the Air series.

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