The DJI Mavic Air 2 combines a 48MP 1/2-inch sensor with 4K/60fps video in a foldable body, featuring OcuSync 2.0 transmission, ActiveTrack 3.0, and 34 minutes of flight time for versatile aerial content creation.
Editor's Rating
8.4 /10
Camera 8.3/10
Flight Performance 8.5/10
Value for Money 8.5/10
Portability 8.5/10
Ease of Use 8.8/10
Features 8/10
Pros
- + 48MP camera with excellent stills
- + 34-minute flight time
- + SmartPhoto and HDR modes
- + OcuSync 2.0 with 10km range
- + Compact foldable design
Cons
- − Only forward/backward/downward obstacle sensing
- − 1/2-inch sensor smaller than successor Air 2S
- − No 5K or higher video
- − Discontinued — limited future support
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Regulatory Information
FAA Registration (USA)
In the US, drones weighing 250g or more must be registered with the FAA. Registration costs $5 and is valid for 3 years.
FAA registration required (over 250g)
Key Flying Rules
Always maintain visual line of sight (VLOS). Maximum altitude 120m/400ft in most jurisdictions. Do not fly near airports or in restricted airspace. Check local regulations before flying.
DJI Mavic Air 2 Specifications
Launch
Release Date 2020-04-28
Status Discontinued
Body
Weight 570 g
Weight Class 250g-2kg
Dimensions (Folded) 180x97x84 mm
Dimensions (Unfolded) 183x253x77 mm
Foldable Yes
Flight Performance
Max Flight Time 34 min
Max Speed 19 m/s (68.4 km/h)
Max Range 10 km
Max Altitude 5000 m
Max Wind Resistance 10.7 m/s
Camera
Sensor 1/2-inch CMOS
Sensor Size 1/2-inch
Megapixels 48 MP
Aperture f/2.8
Field of View 84°
Mechanical Shutter No
Gimbal 3-axis gimbal
Gimbal Tilt Range -90 to +24 deg
Video
Max Video Resolution 4K
Max FPS at 4K 60 fps
Max FPS at 1080p 240 fps
Video Codec H.264, H.265
Max Bitrate 120 Mbps
HDR Video Yes
D-Log / Flat Profile No
HLG No
RAW Photo Yes
Safety & Intelligence
Obstacle Avoidance 3-way
LiDAR No
Return to Home Yes
Geofencing Yes
Remote ID No
ADS-B Receiver No
Active Track Yes ActiveTrack 3.0
Waypoints No
Quick Shots Yes
Hyperlapse Yes
Panorama Yes
Transmission
Transmission System OcuSync 2.0
Transmission Range 10 km
Live View Resolution 1080p
Battery
Battery Capacity 3500 mAh
Battery Type LiPo 3S
Charging Time 80 min
USB Charging No
Connectivity
Internal Storage 8 GB
Max SD Card 256 GB
Wi-Fi No
Bluetooth No
Regulatory
FAA Registration Required Yes
drone.faq
How much does the DJI Mavic Air 2 weigh?
The DJI Mavic Air 2 weighs 570g.
What is the maximum flight time of the DJI Mavic Air 2?
The DJI Mavic Air 2 has a maximum flight time of 34 minutes under ideal conditions.
How much does the DJI Mavic Air 2 cost?
The DJI Mavic Air 2 has an MSRP of $799.
What video resolution does the DJI Mavic Air 2 shoot?
The DJI Mavic Air 2 can shoot up to 4K video at 60fps in 4K.
Does the DJI Mavic Air 2 have obstacle avoidance?
Yes, the DJI Mavic Air 2 features 3-way obstacle avoidance.
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Quick Specs
Weight 570g
Max Flight Time 34 min
Max Speed 19 m/s
Max Range 10 km
Megapixels 48 MP
Video 4K @ 60fps
Obstacle Avoidance 3-way
Transmission System OcuSync 2.0
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