DJI's drone 'DJI Neo' exterior review, perfect for Vlog shooting, equipped with a 4K camera on a lightweight aircraft weighing only 137g including battery
DJI released the DJI Neo , a small and lightweight drone equipped with a camera capable of shooting 4K movies while weighing only about 135g, on Thursday, September 5, 2024. I was able to borrow the DJI Neo, so I first thoroughly checked the appearance of the main unit and transmitter.
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DJI Neo comes in three different sets: 'DJI Neo only', 'DJI Neo Combo' which does not include the drone itself but includes three Intelligent Flight Batteries and the DJI Neo 2WAY Charging Hub', and 'DJI Neo Fly More Combo' which includes the drone itself, Intelligent Flight Battery, and DJI Neo 2WAY Charging Hub. This time, I rented the DJI Neo Fly More Combo.
Inside the box were the DJI Neo main unit, DJI RC-N3 transmitter, RC cable, Intelligent Flight Battery, DJI Neo 2WAY Charging Hub, spare propellers, spare propeller screws, a screwdriver for replacing propellers, a USB Type-C cable, and instructions. There are three Intelligent Flight Batteries, including one that is pre-installed on the main unit.
Check out the appearance of the DJI Neo
The DJI Neo body looks like this.
When you remove the gimbal protector, the gimbal camera appears. The camera's sensor size is 1/2 inch, the focal length is 13mm in 35mm equivalent, the maximum still image size is 4000 x 3000 pixels, and the maximum video resolution is 3840 x 2880 pixels (4K). The frame rate for video shooting is up to 60 fps in full HD and up to 30 fps in 4K.
There are operation buttons on the top.
The power button and USB Type-C port are located at the bottom.
There are no buttons on the right or left side.
The back looks like this.
The front part is equipped with a vision system that detects obstacles.
An Intelligent Flight Battery can be attached to the rear of the drone, and the maximum flight time is said to be about 18 minutes.
The four propellers are protected by 360 degree propeller guards.
The size of the DJI Neo is 130 x 157 x 48.5 mm.
The actual weight including the battery was 137g.
Below is a detailed specs table for the DJI Neo. The storage is not external and has a capacity of 22GB, so you need to be careful about the remaining capacity when shooting.
| item | Performance | |
|---|---|---|
| Aircraft | Max Ascent Speed | 3m/s |
| Maximum descent speed | 2m/s | |
| Maximum Horizontal Speed | 16m/s | |
| Operational Limit Altitude | 2000m | |
| Maximum range | 7000m | |
| camera | lens | FOV: 117.6° |
| ISO Sensitivity | 100 to 6400 | |
| Shutter speed | Photo: 1/8000 to 1/10 sec. Video: 1/8000 to 1/30 sec. | |
| Maximum still image size | 12MP | |
| Photo Format | JPEG | |
| Video Resolution | Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) Off: | |
| Video format | MP4 | |
| Max Video Bitrate | 75Mbps | |
| Internal storage capacity | 22GB |
Check out the appearance of the DJI RC-N3 transmitter
The DJI RC-N3 transmitter looks like this. It has a function button, a flight stop button, a flight mode switch, a power button, and a camera switching button.
The bottom is equipped with a control stick as well as a USB Type-C port.
The control stick is simply pushed in, so it can be removed without the need for tools.
To attach the control stick to a surface, simply screw it in with your fingers.
There are no buttons on the back.
The top is equipped with the gimbal control dial, antenna, and shutter button.
The top part of the transmitter can be pulled out.
You can also attach a smartphone to the transmitter.
◆DJI Neo 2WAY
The DJI Neo 2WAY charging hub looks like this.
The Charging Hub allows you to charge up to three Intelligent Flight Batteries.
In addition to the power button, the side also has a USB Type-C terminal for input. If a battery is stored in the charging hub, it is also possible to supply power to mobile devices, tablets, etc. through the USB Type-C port.
In addition, DJI Neo can be purchased at official online shops , etc., and the price at Amazon.com at the time of writing of the 'DJI Neo Fly More Combo' which comes with a transmitter etc. is 57,200 yen including tax.
Amazon.co.jp: DJI Neo Drone with Camera, Equipped with 4K UHD Camera, Small Drone, FPV, 135g Lightweight, Auto-Tracking Drone, Indoor and Outdoor, Aerial Photography Drone, Takes off from the Palm, AI Subject Tracking, Auto Return, Quick Shot, Anti-Shake Video, Manual Operation via App, Built-in Propeller Guard (No Controller Required), 1 Battery Included: Toys
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