Review: Top 10 features of DJI Avata 360

DJI has launched DJI Avata 360, an FPV drone with 360° capture designed for immersive flight and flexible, high-resolution content creation. DJI Avata 360 is now available from heliguy™ with full support.

DJI Avata 360 review: key takeaways

• What it is: The DJI Avata 360 is a high-performance FPV drone with 8K 360° imaging, designed for immersive flight and flexible content creation.

• Who it’s for: Content creators/videographers; FPV/immersive experience users; travel content creators; beginners; some commercial tasks, like visual inspection/property marketing/public safety.

• Camera: 64MP, Two 1/1.1-Inch Square CMOS Sensors, 1-Inch Flagship Imaging enables 8K/60fps HDR videos and 120MP/16K 360° photos

• Flight time: 23 minutes per battery (or around 69 minutes with the Fly More Combo, which comes with three batteries).

• Weight: 455g.

• Safety: Nightscape omnidirectional sensing with forward-facing LiDAR and propeller guards.

• Control options: RC 2 for precise camera movement or Goggles 3/N3 paired with RC Motion 3 for immersive flight with 360° imaging.

• Storage: 42 GB internal memory.

• Transmission range: 10km (CE) via DJI’s O4+ video transmission system.

• Flexible bundle options to suit your needs: DJI Avata 360 is available as DJI Avata 360 (DJI RC 2); Fly More Combo (DJI RC 2), and Motion Fly More Combo.

• DJI Avata 360 is available from heliguy™ with full support, including pilot training, UK repair centre, next-day delivery options, warranty, 50-day returns, and discounted heliguy™ Repair Refresh crash cover when purchased with the drone.

Meet DJI Avata 360, DJI’s latest 8K flagship 360° drone, combining immersive FPV flight with full 360° capture in one versatile drone.

Built around a 1-inch flagship imaging system, Avata 360 delivers 8K video 8K/60fps HDR Video, 120MP 360° photos, and enables FPV flight and aerial filming in one drone. With omnidirectional obstacle sensing, integrated propeller guards, and multiple control options including motion control and FPV goggles, it’s designed to make advanced aerial content more accessible.

Whether you’re creating immersive travel footage, capturing dynamic FPV shots, or exploring new creative angles, DJI Avata 360 gives you the freedom to film first and frame later.

DJI Avata 360 is available from heliguy™ — with full support available.

DJI Avata 360: Key specifications

This table shows the key specifications of DJI Avata 360.

Best features of DJI Avata 360

Let's take a deeper dive into DJI Avata 360's top features.

At a glance:

• 8K video and 120MP photos with 1-inch flagship imaging

• 360° and single lens, flexible dual modes

• Smooth, long-range HD video transmission

• Advanced camera control with a 360° virtual gimbal

• Fly and film with built-in safety features

• Automatically track subjects in 360°

• Keep your subject in frame without effort

• Infinite creativity from one take

• Edit and reframe footage with ease

• Wi-Fi 6 high-speed transfer

1. 8K video and 120MP photos with 1-inch flagship imaging

The DJI Avata 360 features a 1-inch-equivalent image field capable of capturing 8K/60fps video and 120MP 360° photos with exceptional detail. The drone itself remains out of view, delivering a clean, unobstructed perspective.

8K/60fps HDR Video: With 1-inch-equivalent sensors, large 2.4 μm pixels, and high dynamic range, light and shadow are captured with exquisite clarity. 8K/60fps HDR 360° video provides sufficient resolution for sharp cropped shots.

120MP 360° Photo: Capture 120MP/16K 360° photos with a single tap. Preserve the 360° world with sharp details and vast views, then reframe freely in post to create multiple distinct images.

2. 360° and single lens, flexible dual modes

The DJI Avata 360 supports both full 360° capture and Single Lens mode.

You can seamlessly switch to Single Lens mode for more traditional drone footage, supporting up to 4K/60fps recording, making it suitable for both immersive and standard shooting scenarios.

3. Smooth, long-range HD video transmission

Avata 360 uses DJI’s O4+ video transmission system to deliver stable, high-definition live feeds for a more consistent flying experience.

The system offers strong anti-interference performance, supports 1080p/60fps transmission, and enables a maximum range of up to 10 km (CE).

4. Full camera freedom with a 360° virtual gimbal

The DJI Avata 360 supports a 360° Virtual Gimbal, allowing camera movement beyond the limits of a traditional mechanical gimbal.

FPV flight & aerial filming in one drone

The DJI Avata 360 combines FPV flight and aerial filming in a single platform, offering flexible ways to fly and capture footage.

You can use the DJI RC 2 for precise camera control via its integrated screen, or pair DJI Goggles 3 or Goggles N3 with the RC Motion 3 for a more immersive experience. With head tracking, the camera view responds naturally to your movements, creating a more intuitive and engaging way to film while flying.

The Avata 360 is compatible with a range of DJI controllers and goggles, allowing you to tailor your setup based on your preferred flying style.

The table below outlines compatible devices.

Unlimited rotation and tilt

Even when flying in one direction, you can:

• Rotate the horizon

• Look backward mid-flight

• Create flip or “Asteroid” effects

• Simulate dolly zoom-style shots

This provides significantly more creative flexibility compared to fixed-direction cameras.

5. Fly and film with built-in safety features

The drone is equipped with omnidirectional obstacle sensing and an integrated propeller guard to support safer flight.

Forward-facing LiDAR enables obstacle detection even in low-light environments, while the propeller guard adds physical protection. This combination allows users to capture dynamic shots with greater confidence, including during tracking scenarios.

In the event of wear or damage, the front lens elements feature a replaceable design. With the optional Replacement Lens Kit and tools, you can easily replace the old lens element yourself -no need to send it in for repair.

6. Automatically track subjects in 360°

ActiveTrack 360° automatically selects the optimal tracking mode depending on the situation.

• Standard Mode: Maintains a steady distance and altitude from the subject

• Cycling Mode: Responds more quickly to movement and direction changes

This allows the drone to keep subjects framed effectively, even in more complex environments.

7. Keep your subject in frame without effort

Spotlight simplifies subject tracking by locking onto a moving subject and assisting with camera movement.

You can focus on flying while the system maintains framing, making it easier to capture advanced shots without manual adjustments.

Two Spotlight modes are available:

• Spotlight: Keeps the drone facing the subject, enabling shots like Circle or Dronie without manual control

• Spotlight Free: Locks onto a moving subject and assists with camera movement, allowing you to fly freely while maintaining framing

8. Infinite creativity from one take

Capture a full 360° view in a single flight, recording everything in the scene at once.

In post-production, you can reframe footage from any angle, turning one clip into multiple outputs. This reduces the need for repeated flights and gives you more flexibility when creating content.

9. Edit and reframe footage with ease

The DJI Avata 360 supports a streamlined editing workflow through DJI Fly and DJI Studio.

10. Wi-Fi 6 high-speed transfer

The DJI Avata 360 supports fast wireless file transfers via the DJI Fly app, making it easier to access your footage without handling the drone.

Simply wake the drone within Bluetooth range and download files directly to your device—no need to remove storage or power on the aircraft fully.

With transfer speeds of up to 100 MB/s, 1 GB of footage can be downloaded in around 10 seconds. Downloads can also continue in the background, even while switching between apps, helping to streamline your workflow when working with large files.

Who is DJI Avata360 for?

• Content creators and videographers Designed for creators who want high-resolution 360° footage and the flexibility to reframe shots in post.

• FPV and immersive flight users Ideal for users seeking an immersive flying experience through goggles, motion control, and head tracking.

• Travel content creators Suitable for capturing immersive travel footage, though its larger size compared to Avata 2 may be a consideration for portability.

• Beginners Accessible to beginners thanks to built-in safety features like omnidirectional obstacle sensing and integrated propeller guards that support more confident flying.

• Commercial users Can be used for certain professional applications such as visual inspections, property marketing, and public safety scenarios where 360° situational capture is beneficial.

UK drone regulations: UK1 classification

According to UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), from 1 January 2026, UK1 class-marked drones are defined as having a maximum take-off mass of less than 900g (including payload). These drones are authorized to fly in the 'Open Over People' (A1) category, allowing operations near uninvolved people, though intentional flight over assemblies of people should be avoided.

New drones sold from 2026 must have this marking to fly in A1. "Legacy" drones (without a UK mark) over 250g cannot typically fly in the A1 category.

DJI Avata 360 carries the UK1 class marking, enabling greater operational flexibility for users flying in the Open Category A1 environment.

Which packages are available for DJI Avata360?

• DJI Avata 360 (DJI RC 2): features DJI RC 2, one Intelligent Flight Battery, and more, ready to fly right out of the box.

• DJI Avata 360 Fly More Combo (DJI RC 2): Features DJI RC 2, Two-Way Charging Hub, Sling Bag, three Intelligent Flight Batteries, and more, allowing operators to capture spectacular moments with ease.

• DJI Avata 360 Motion Fly More Combo: Jump straight into an immersive flight experience with 360° imaging. This combo features DJI Goggles N3, DJI RC Motion 3, Two-Way Charging Hub, Sling Bag, three Intelligent Flight Batteries, and more.

The table below provides details of what is included in the box.

Summary

The DJI Avata 360 is a flagship 360° camera drone designed to go beyond traditional shooting limits. Featuring a 1-inch imaging system, immersive FPV capabilities, multiple control options, and built-in safety features, it enables more flexible and confident content creation.

Suitable for content creators, travellers, beginners, and selected commercial users, the Avata 360 offers a versatile platform for capturing and reframing dynamic footage.

DJI Avata 360 is available from heliguy™.