The DJI Spark was DJI's first palm-sized mini drone with gesture control and QuickShot intelligent modes — pioneering the compact selfie drone category.
Editor's Rating
Pros
- + Pioneering palm-sized gesture-controlled drone
- + QuickShot intelligent modes
- + ActiveTrack subject following
- + Compact and fun to fly
- + Great for casual selfie content
Cons
- − Only 1080p video — no 4K
- − 16-minute short flight time
- − Wi-Fi only — limited range
- − 2-axis gimbal with electronic stabilization
- − Discontinued with no updates
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.
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 Spark Specifications
Launch
Body
Flight Performance
Camera
Video
Safety & Intelligence
Transmission
Battery
Connectivity
Regulatory
drone.faq
How much does the DJI Spark weigh?
The DJI Spark weighs 300g.
What is the maximum flight time of the DJI Spark?
The DJI Spark has a maximum flight time of 16 minutes under ideal conditions.
How much does the DJI Spark cost?
The DJI Spark has an MSRP of $399.
What video resolution does the DJI Spark shoot?
The DJI Spark can shoot up to 1080p video.
Does the DJI Spark have obstacle avoidance?
Yes, the DJI Spark features forward obstacle avoidance.
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