DJI Avata

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a DJI Avata 2 on a display stand
DJI Avata 2
General information
TypeFPV drone
National originChina
ManufacturerDJI
StatusIn production
Primary usersIsrael Defense Forces
History
Manufactured2022–present
Introduction dateAugust 2022

The DJI Avata is a compact quad copter FPV drone released by the Chinese technology company DJI.

Design and development

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An original Avata display model

The Avata was announced in August 2022 as DJI's first FPV cinewhoop drone.[1][note 1] The drone is a quadcopter and is smaller than the preceding DJI FPV, weighing only 410 g (14 oz), and has built-in propeller guards.[1][3][4] The Avata lacks the three-axis gimbal and collision avoidance system typical of DJI's camera drones, though it does have downward-facing cameras and infrared sensors for maintaining altitude.[1] The Avata has a 48-megapixel camera with a 1/1.7" CMOS sensor, capable of shooting 4K video at 60 frames per second, and uses an O3+ transmission system to transmit video to the pilot's goggles.[5][6][7] The drone has an ADS-B receiver to alert the pilot of nearby aircraft, and has 20 gigabytes of internal storage, allowing it to capture footage even when no MicroSD card in inserted.[1][8] The Avata also has a "Turtle mode", which flips the drone upright in the event of an upside-down landing.[7] Power is provided by a 2420 mAh battery, giving the Avata a flight time of 18 minutes.[9][10]

The Avata has three flight modes; "Normal", "Sport", and "Manual". Both Normal and Sport modes use GNSS and the downward-facing sensors for stabilization. Normal mode also uses GNSS for location holding, and the maximum speed is limited to 8 m/s (29 km/h; 18 mph). In Sport mode, GNSS is only used for stabilization, allowing for increased agility and a maximum speed of 14 m/s (50 km/h; 31 mph). Manual mode disables both GNSS and the downward-facing sensors, allowing for maximum maneuverability and a top speed of 27 m/s (97 km/h; 60 mph).[10][11]

An improved model, the Avata 2, was announced in April 2024.[12] The Avata 2 features a flatter and wider polycarbonate frame than its predecessor, weighing 377 g (13.3 oz), and a 12MP camera with a larger 1/1.3" sensor.[12][13][14] The drone also has downward and rear-facing collision avoidance sensors, 46GB of internal storage, and an O4 video transmission system.[13][15] Battery capacity was increased to 2150 mAh, giving the Avata 2 a flight time of 23 minutes.[16][17]

In November 2025, official promotional images of a new model, the Avata 360, were leaked to the public. A potential competitor to the Antigravity A1, the Avata 360 will be the first DJI drone with a 360-degree camera.[18][19]

Variants

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Avata
Company designation Model QF2W4K.[20] Original variant with a 48MP 1/1.7" CMOS camera, an O3+ transmission system, 20GB of internal storage, and a 2420 mAh battery giving it a flight time of 18 minutes.[5][6][7][8][9] Announced in August 2022.[1]
Avata 2
Company designation Model QF3W4K.[21] Improved model with a redesigned frame, reduced weight, a 12MP 1/1.3" CMOS camera, rear-facing collision avoidance sensors, 46GB of internal storage, an O4 transmission system, and a 2150 mAh battery giving it a flight time of 23 minutes.[12][13][14][15][17] Announced in April 2024.[12]
Avata 360
Improved model with a 360-degree camera. Yet to be released.[18][19]

Operators

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 China
 Israel

Specifications (Avata 2)

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Video of the Chicago and North Western Roundhouse taken with an Avata.

Data from [17]

General characteristics

  • Length: 0.185 m (7 in)
  • Width: 0.212 m (8 in)
  • Height: 0.64 m (2 ft 1 in)
  • Empty weight: 0.377 kg (1 lb)
  • Battery : 2150 mAh 14.76 V (31.7 Wh) Li-ion Intelligent Flight Battery
  • Powerplant: 4 × brushless DC electric motor

Performance

  • Maximum speed: 97.2 km/h (60.4 mph, 52.5 kn)
  • Range: 13 km (8.1 mi, 7.0 nmi)
  • Endurance: 23 minutes
  • Service ceiling: 5,500 m (18,000 ft)
  • Rate of climb: 9 m/s (1,800 ft/min)

Avionics

See also

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Aircraft of comparable role, configuration, and era

Notes

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  1. ^ A "cinewhoop" is a type of FPV drone designed to capture cinematic footage.[2]

References

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  1. ^ a b c d e Hollister, Sean (25 August 2022). "The new DJI Avata let me swoop and soar like no beginner drone I've used before". The Verge. Retrieved 13 November 2025.
  2. ^ "Cinewhoop Guide: Why Should You Choose Cinewhoops Over FPV Drones". Drone U™. Retrieved 14 November 2025.
  3. ^ Han, Jakub (25 August 2022). "DJI Avata FPV Cinewhoop Drone and DJI Goggles 2 Announced". CineD. Retrieved 14 November 2025.
  4. ^ "DJI Avata FPV Drone is Smaller, Lighter and Safer". CNET. Retrieved 14 November 2025.
  5. ^ a b Schneider, Jaron (25 August 2022). "The DJI Avata is a Compact FPV Drone Designed for Everyone". PetaPixel. Retrieved 14 November 2025.
  6. ^ a b Kesteloo, Haye (8 August 2022). "DJI Avata Specs And Product Photos Of DJI Cinewhoop Drone". Retrieved 14 November 2025.
  7. ^ a b c McNabb, Miriam (25 August 2022). "Meet Avata, DJI's Newest FPV Drone". DRONELIFE. Retrieved 14 November 2025.
  8. ^ a b Lambeth, Chris (25 August 2022). "DJI Avata Review: A Durable, Easy-to-Fly, Entry-Level FPV Drone". PetaPixel. Retrieved 14 November 2025.
  9. ^ a b "Support for DJI Avata - DJI United States". DJI. Retrieved 15 November 2025.
  10. ^ a b Ridden, Paul (25 August 2022). "DJI flies out Avata FPV drone, together with new goggles and controller". New Atlas. Retrieved 14 November 2025.
  11. ^ Singh, Ishveena (30 August 2022). "DJI Avata FPV drone flight modes explained". DroneDJ. Archived from the original on 25 June 2024. Retrieved 14 November 2025.
  12. ^ a b c d Hollister, Sean (11 April 2024). "Official: here's the DJI Avata 2, possibly one of the best sequels in years". The Verge. Retrieved 14 November 2025.
  13. ^ a b c "First Look: DJI's Avata 2 Flies Longer and Costs Less Than the Original". PCMAG. 11 April 2024. Retrieved 14 November 2025.
  14. ^ a b McNabb, Miriam (11 April 2024). "DJI Releases New FPV Drone: Avata 2 with Advanced Features". DRONELIFE. Retrieved 14 November 2025.
  15. ^ a b Kieldsen, Sam (16 April 2024). "DJI Avata 2 Drone: Intuitive, Exhilarating First-Person Flying Fun". WIRED. Retrieved 14 November 2025.
  16. ^ Photography, Shawn Air (14 December 2024). "DJI Avata 2 Long Term Review - 6 Months Later". Retrieved 14 November 2025.
  17. ^ a b c "DJI Avata 2 - FPV Drone - Specs - DJI". DJI Official. Retrieved 14 November 2025.
  18. ^ a b Ellens, Jasper (10 November 2025). "DJI Avata 360 Promotional Pictures Just Leaked And They Are Promising!". Retrieved 13 November 2025.
  19. ^ a b "DJI's leaked Avata 360 drone looks special – the 360 degree FPV drone could steal Insta360's thunder". TechRadar. 11 November 2025. Retrieved 18 November 2025.
  20. ^ "DJI Avata FCC label" (PDF). Federal Communications Commission. 26 July 2022. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
  21. ^ DJI Avata 2 FCC label (PDF). Federal Communications Commission.
  22. ^ Kesteloo, Haye (28 April 2024). "Chinese Military Trains With FPV Drones, DJI Avata And Drone Countermeasures". Retrieved 18 November 2025.
  23. ^ Staff, Al Jazeera. "Israel retrofitting DJI commercial drones to bomb and surveil Gaza". Al Jazeera. Retrieved 18 November 2025.
  24. ^ Kesteloo, Haye (20 November 2023). "DJI Avata Drones: A New Tool In IDF Military Operations". Retrieved 18 November 2025.
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