Brace yourselves for a bombshell reveal about the DJI Mini 5 Pro! After months of swirling rumors, leaked packaging shots, and speculative images, I’ve finally uncovered the full official introduction of the DJI Mini 5. A Spanish online store spilled the beans, showcasing jaw-dropping features like 10-bit resolution, 4K HDR, night obstacle avoidance, and a suite of smart capabilities. So, get comfortable—I’m about to break down everything you need to know about the Mini 5 Pro. Let’s dive in!
Part 1: Features | Mini 5 Pro | A Compact Drone with a 1-Inch Sensor:
The Mini 5 Pro packs a powerful punch with a 1-inch 50-megapixel CMOS sensor, a remarkably flexible 225° rotating gimbal, and true lossless vertical shooting. It elevates safety with front LiDAR and visual obstacle avoidance, delivering night-grade protection, while its upgraded 360° ActiveTrack ensures smooth subject tracking in both action-packed sports and everyday moments.
Video: 4K/60fps HDR, 4K/120fps
Gimbal Rotation: 225° · True Vertical Shooting
Transmission: O4+ · Up to 20 km (FCC)
Flight Time: Up to 36 minutes (standard battery) or an impressive 52 minutes (Plus battery)
LiDAR Obstacle Avoidance + Omnidirectional Vision
Default C0 Certification (249g)
Camera Specifications and Features:
50-megapixel 1-inch CMOS sensor with a bright f/1.8 aperture.
4K/60fps HDR video (boasting up to 14 stops of dynamic range in auto mode) and buttery-smooth 4K/120fps slow motion.
10-bit color depth (H.265) with professional D-Log M and HLG modes.
True lossless vertical shooting combined with a versatile 225° gimbal rotation.
Front LiDAR and omnidirectional vision sensors for reliable obstacle avoidance, even in low-light conditions.
Enhanced 360° ActiveTrack (featuring standard and circular modes) with follow speeds reaching up to 15 m/s in open areas.
O4+ 10-bit transmission offering an expansive range of up to 20 km (FCC mode).
Persistent Bluetooth for swift and seamless pairing.
Flight time: 36 minutes with the standard battery or an extended 52 minutes using the Plus battery.
Part 7: Mini 5 Pricing.
The DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo (RC2) starts at an attractive €819 (approx. ¥5,800) and goes up to €1,159 (around ¥8,200). DJI has truly pulled out all the stops to craft the ultimate portable drone under 249g, all while keeping the price within reach. It’s almost mind-blowing how they’ve managed to squeeze nearly every flagship feature from the Mavic 4 into the compact Mini series. Mark your calendars—the Mini 5 Pro is scheduled to launch on September 17.
— Special thanks to Jasper Ellens
