DJI Launches O4 Air Unit Series to Deliver Unmatched First-Person View Flight Experience – sUAS News

New Digital Video Transmission Solution Captures Footage in Unparalleled Detail, with Extended Range, Low Latency, and High Resolution

DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, today announces DJI O4 Air Unit Series, a digital video transmission solution offering impressive range, ultra-low latency, and crisp 4K/60fps video. The DJI O4 Air Unit weighs just 8.2 g and features a 1/2-inch image sensor capable of capturing 4K/60fps video, offering both portability and versatility. Designed for content creation, the DJI O4 Air Unit Pro boasts an enhanced imaging capability with a 1/1.3-inch image sensor capable of recording 4K/120fps video. It also supports impressive features such as a 10-bit D-Log M color mode and a 155° ultra-wide FOV¹, capturing the vast expanse of the world in unparalleled detail.

“FPV enthusiasts will be delighted at the stunning visuals they can capture with the O4 Air Unit Series,” said Ferdinand Wolf, Product Experience Director at DJI. “The O4 Air Unit Pro delivers a robust, high-performance FPV experience, no matter how fast you fly, while the O4 Air Unit offers flexibility in a lightweight, adaptable form, compatible with various DJI Goggles and FPV Remote Controllers.”

Freedom in Flight with Improved Transmission

The DJI O4 Air Unit Series helps users reach new heights for immersive flights. For those who enjoy the thrill of flight, the DJI O4 Air Unit is the smallest and lightest 4K digital video transmission solution available. It offers a maximum transmission distance of 10km¹ with a low latency of 20ms¹. By attaching it to a 1-inch drone, the world’s smallest racing drone capable of recording in 4K can be created.

Meanwhile, the DJI O4 Air Unit Pro meets the needs of those interested in creating cinematic masterpieces, eliminating the need for an additional action camera.

Its dual-antenna design can achieve a maximum transmission distance of 15 kilometers¹, allowing flights to go further without sacrificing video stability. Equipped with the DJI O4 video transmission system, it has an ultra-low latency of 15 milliseconds¹. The system also automatically selects the most stable frequency, ensuring precision whether soaring over mountains or navigating indoor spaces.

Unleashed Speed in the Sky with Racing Mode¹

The brand-new Racing mode on the DJI O4 Air Unit Series supports up to eight aircraft racing simultaneously for a high-speed contest through the skies, maintaining the low 20ms and 15ms latency.

Impressively Crisp, Striking Visuals

The O4 Air Unit Series utilizes H.265 video encoding, supporting high-frame-rate transmission at 1080p/100fps, ensuring clear and smooth real-time imagery, regardless of flight speed or environment. RockSteady stabilization mode allows high-speed flights to maintain steady video capture and is compatible with Gyroflow software for offline post-stabilization¹. Both models support canvas Mode and Betaflight OSD, which can be used to customize the real-time data and layout on the goggles screen to enhance flight control.

Features unique to the DJI O4 Air Unit Pro include:

• 155° Ultra-wide Field of View – easily navigate through complex terrains to capture breathtaking flight footage
• 10-bit D-Log M Color Mode – retains details in highlights and shadows, providing flexibility in post-production editing
• 4K/120fps Video – delivers high image quality and a smooth camera view, offering a cinematic visual experience
• Compatibility with DJI Avata 2 ND Filter Set^1 – ensures balanced exposure and true-to-life colors even in bright lighting conditions
• MicroSD Card Expansion Support – offers expanded storage for captured content

Compatibility with DJI Ecosystem

The O4 Air Unit Series is compatible with the following goggles and remote controllers¹, allowing users creative flexibility and thrilling first-person flight experiences:

• DJI Goggles 2 + DJI FPV Remote Controller 2
• DJI Goggles Integra + DJI FPV Remote Controller 2
• DJI Goggles 3 + DJI FPV Remote Controller 3
• DJI Goggles N3 + DJI FPV Remote Controller 3

Price and Availability

DJI O4 Air Unit Series is available to order from store.dji.com and authorized retail partners, with shipping starting today, in the following models:

• DJI O4 Air Unit Pro includes a camera module¹, transmission module, 3-in-1 cable, and two antennas. It retails for 209 GBP/ from 249 EUR
• DJI O4 Air Unit includes a camera module¹, transmission module, 3-in-1 cable, and antenna. It retails for 99 GBP/ from 115 EUR

For more information, please refer to https://www.dji.com/o4-air-unit

¹ All data was measured under laboratory conditions. For more information, please refer to https://www.dji.com/o4-air-unit

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