- A DJI Avata 2 drone could be launched soon, according to FCC documents
- It's probably a new beginner FPV drone with a new camera
- Other accessories, including DJI Goggles 3, are also revealed in leaks
The original DJI Avata was a fun gateway drug to FPV (first-person view) drone flying when it landed in 2022, and a new wave of leaks suggests it will soon have a more powerful successor.
The DJI Avata 2 has now appeared in the FCC database, which is a sure sign that it will take off soon. This has been backed up by more evidence from the FCC, including battery labels for the drone and mentions of new accessories, including DJI Goggles 3 headsets, a DJI RC Motion 3 controller, and a DJI Remote Controller 3.
This all follows some leaked images, one of which was shared by a regular DJI leaker. Box_News and revealed the design of the new FPV drone (below). Another post shared by Jasper Ellen hints at some possible specs, suggesting the Avata 2 updates will include imaging improvements like a larger sensor and improved safety features.
According to leaks, the Avata 2 could have a 48MP 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensor, which could be the same as the DJI Mini 3 Pro. That would be a pretty big improvement over the 1/1.7 sensor. inches from the current Avata. Apparently, it could also be capable of recording 4K/120p slow motion videos and support the D-Log M format for color grading your videos.
Brother Avata 2, resting by the sea…. See you soon.#dji #djiavata2 pic.twitter.com/ftUS6z3L9iMarch 10, 2024
Image and spec leaks suggest the Avata 2 will also be slightly larger than the current model, weighing 458g (instead of 410g), although the FCC filing strangely points to a lower-capacity battery. of 2150 mAh, which would be a drop from 2420 mAh. one on the original drone.
What we don't know yet is how DJI has improved the experience of flying the drone. The DJI Goggles 3 could certainly make a big difference, with leaked photos suggesting the headset could even have front-facing cameras and augmented reality (AR) features.
Still, all of this, and the Avata 2's potential new security features, should become clear soon, with the latest informed guesses aiming for a possible launch in mid-April.
What do we want from an Avata 2?
While we enjoyed the original DJI Avata as a smooth, easy-to-use introduction to the world of FPV drone flying, it also had room for improvement, and the Avata 2 sounds like a promising, if equally specialized, flying camera.
The biggest change to the experience might be your DJI Goggles 3 headset, especially if they actually have a pass-through option to give you the option of a mixed reality view. While this seems unlikely, given that you would still technically need a 'spotter' to maintain line of sight with the drone in most regions, the leaked images appear to show cameras on the front of the headset.
Other drawbacks we noted in our DJI Avata review included the poor placement of its microSD slot, the lack of a manual mode with the standard controller (which made purchasing the DJI Remote Controller 2 a necessity), and the potential for motion sickness. During flight. (at least for some people). Hopefully its successor will go some way to addressing those issues without increasing its base price of £499 / $629 / AU$799 too much.
Even if you're not interested in flying FPV, it looks like DJI could have some treats on the way for terrestrial video creators, with FCC filings as well. hinting at the imminent arrival of the DJI RS4 and RS4 Pro gimbals. It looks like DJI's so-far quiet 2024 is about to take off.
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