DJI Mavic 3 Pro vs DJI Mavic 3 – Comparison, Differences and What’s New
DJI Mavic 3 Pro vs DJI Mavic 3 – Comparison With the new DJI Mavic 3 Pro ( click here for the test report ), DJI Innovations presented the successor to the DJI Mavic 3 in April 2023 . The functions of the new DJI Mavic 3 Pro and DJI Mavic 3 or DJI Mavic 3 Classic are largely identical in terms of flight performance, obstacle detection, video transmission or intelligent functions and hardly differ. However, due to the higher weight of the triple camera, the weight of the DJI Mavic 3 Pro clearly exceeds the 900 gram limit, resulting in a C2 classification . The battery life of the DJI Mavic 3 Pro is only 43 instead of 46 minutes due to the higher weight. In tabularComparing DJI Mavic 3 Pro vs. DJI Mavic 3, the main differences and similarities become clear. All information in the article.
How many versions are there in the DJI Mavic 3 series? What are the differences?
The DJI Mavic 3 series is currently available in three versions – the DJI Mavic 3 Standard , DJI Mavic 3 Classic and the new DJI Mavic 3 Pro . The former DJI Mavic 3 and the new DJI Mavic 3 Pro are also available as cine variants . In the meantime, however, the DJI Mavic 3 Standard and DJI Mavic 3 Cine have been discontinued. The successor models, the DJI Mavic 3 Pro and DJI Mavic 3 Pro Cine , were introduced in April 2023.
- DJI Mavic 3 Standard: Test Report and Review
- DJI Mavic 3 Classic: Test report and review
- DJI Mavic 3 Pro: Test report and review
The DJI Mavic 3 Pro now features a triple-lens , multi-focal camera system consisting of a 4/3 CMOS Hasselblad camera, a new 1/1.3-inch CMOS telephoto camera , and an updated 166 -mm telephoto camera composed. The Mavic 3 Pro thus primarily offers improved imaging performance and a maximum flight time of around 43 minutes . In addition to these functions of the conventional DJI Mavic 3 Pro, the DJI Mavic 3 Pro supports Cinevarious video codecs, such as Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422 or Apple ProRes 422 LT. In addition, the DJI Mavic 3 Pro Cine has an integrated SSD hard drive with a memory of one terabyte. The DJI Mavic 3 Classic, on the other hand, only has the 4/3 CMOS Hasselblad camera and does without additional telephoto lenses. The DJI Mavic 3 Classic achieves a maximum flight time of around 46 minutes.
Important note: Due to the different camera systems, there are also differences between the DJI Mavic 3, DJI Mavic 3 Classic and DJI Mavic 3 Pro in terms of weight and the resulting maximum flight speed . While the DJI Mavic 3 and DJI Mavic 3 Classic weigh less than 900 grams and fly no faster than 19 meters per second, the DJI Mavic 3 Pro weighs more than 900 grams and can fly at speeds of up to 21 meters per second. Therefore, the DJI Mavic 3 and DJI Mavic 3 Classic come with a C1 certification , while the DJI Mavic 3 Pro only has a C2 classificationreceives. Due to the worse off drone class, the DJI Mavic 3 Pro is not as easy to use as is the case with the DJI Mavic 3 and DJI Mavic 3 Classic. Further information, rules or specifications for the use of the various drone models can be found here:
DJI Mavic 3 Pro vs DJI Mavic 3 Specifications Comparison
| Take-off weight / take-off weight | DJI Mavic 3 Pro: 958 grams DJI Mavic 3 Pro (Cine): 963 grams | DJI Mavic 3: 895 grams DJI Mavic 3 (Cine): 899 grams |
| Dimensions folded (without propellers) | 231.1 x 98 x 95.4 millimeters | 221 × 96.3 × 90.3 millimeters |
| Dimensions unfolded (without propellers) | 347.5 x 290.8 x 107.7 millimeters | 347.5 × 283 × 107.7 millimeters |
| Maximum rate of climb | 8 meters per second | 8 meters per second |
| Maximum rate of descent | 6 meters per second | 6 meters per second |
| Maximum flight speed | 21 meters per second | 19 meters per second (EU) |
| Maximum flight altitude above sea level / maximum takeoff altitude | 6,000 meters | 6,000 meters |
| Maximum flight time | about 43 minutes | about 46 minutes |
| Maximum hover time | about 37 minutes | about 40 minutes |
| Maximum flight distance | 28 kilometers | 30 kilometers |
| wind resistance | 12 meters per second | 12 meters per second |
| Maximum pitch angle | 35° | 35° |
| Operating temperatur | -10°C to 40°C | -10°C to 40°C |
| GNSS | GPS + Galileo + BeiDou | GPS + Galileo + BeiDou |
| hover accuracy | Vertical: ±0.1 m (with sight positioning); ±0.5 m (with GNSS positioning) Horizontal: ±0.3m (with vision positioning), ±0.5m (with high-precision positioning system) | Vertical: ±0.1 m (with sight positioning); ±0.5 m (with GNSS positioning) Horizontal: ±0.3m (with vision positioning), ±0.5m (with high-precision positioning system) |
| Internal memory | DJI Mavic 3 Pro: 8 gigabytes (approx. 7.9 GB available) DJI Mavic 3 Pro Cine: 1 terabyte (approx. 934.8 GB available) | DJI Mavic 3 Pro: 8 gigabytes (approx. 7.9 GB available) DJI Mavic 3 Pro Cine: 1 terabyte (approx. 934.8 GB available) |
DJI Mavic 3 Pro vs DJI Mavic 3 – Camera Comparison
| stabilization | Hasselblad Camera: 4/3 CMOS, effective resolution: 20 megapixels Medium telephoto camera:1/1.3 inch CMOS, Effective resolution: 48 megapixels telephoto camera:1/2 inch CMOS, Effective resolution: 12 megapixels | Hasselblad Camera: 4/3 CMOS, effective resolution: 20 megapixels Telephoto camera: 1/2 inch CMOS, Effective resolution: 12 megapixels |
| lens | Hasselblad Camera: Field of view: 84° Equivalent focal length: 24mm Aperture: f/2.8 to f/11 Focus: 1m to ∞ Medium telephoto camera: Field of view: 35° Equivalent focal length: 70mm Aperture: f/2.8 Focus: 3m to ∞ Telephoto camera: Field of view: 15° Equivalent focal length: 166mm Aperture: f/3.4 Focus: 3m to ∞ | Hasselblad Camera: Field of view: 84° Equivalent focal length: 24mm Aperture: f/2.8 to f/11 Focus: 1m to ∞ Telephoto camera: Field of view: 15° Equivalent focal length: 162mm Aperture: f/4.4 Focus: 3m to ∞ |
| ISO | Video (Normal & Slow Motion): 100 to 6,400 (Typical) 400 to 1,600 (D Log) 100 to 1,600 (D-Log M) 100 to 1,600 (HLG) Night: 800 to 12,800 (Typical) Photo: 100 to 6,400 | Video (Normal & Slow Motion): 100 to 6,400 400 to 1,600 (D Log) 100 to 1,600 (HLG) Night: 800 to 12,800 (Typical) Photo: 100 to 6,400 |
| shutter speed | Hasselblad Camera: 8 to 1/8,000 s Medium telephoto camera: 2 to 1/8,000 s telephoto camera: 2 to 1/8,000 s | Hasselblad Camera: 8 to 1/8,000 s Telephoto camera: 2 to 1/8,000 s |
| Maximum resolution | Hasselblad Camera: 5,280 x 3,956 pixels Medium telephoto camera: 8,064 x 6,048 pixels telephoto camera: 4,000 x 3,000 pixels | Hasselblad Camera: 5,280 x 3,956 pixels Telephoto camera: 4,000 x 3,000 pixels |
| Supported photo modes | Hasselblad Camera: Single shot: 20MP Continuous Shooting: 20MP, 3/5/7 frames Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 20MP, 3/5 frames in focus at EV intervals of 0.7 Timed: 20MP, 2/3/5/7/10/15/20/30/60 seconds Medium telephoto camera: Single shot: 12MP or 48MP Continuous shooting: 12MP or 20MP, 3/5/7 frames Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 12MP or 20MP, 3/5 frames in focus at EV intervals of 0.7 Timed: 12MP, 2/3/5/7/10/15/20/30/60 seconds telephoto camera: Single shot: 12MP Continuous Shooting: 12MP, 3/5/7 frames Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 12MP, 3/5 frames in focus at EV intervals of 0.7 Timed: 12MP, 2/3/5/7/10/15/20/30/60 seconds | Hasselblad Camera: Single shot: 20MP Continuous Shooting: 20MP, 3/5/7 frames Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 20MP, 3/5 frames in focus at EV intervals of 0.7 Timed: 20MP, 2/3/5/7/10/15/20/30/60 seconds Telephoto camera: Single shot: 12MP Continuous Shooting: 12MP, 3/5/7 frames Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 12MP, 3/5 frames in focus at EV intervals of 0.7 Timed: 12MP, 2/3/5/7/10/15/20/30/60 seconds |
| photo format | Hasselblad Camera: JPEG / DNG (RAW) Medium telephoto camera: JPEG / DNG (RAW) telephoto camera: JPEG / DNG (RAW) | Hasselblad Camera: JPEG / DNG (RAW) telephoto camera: JPEG / DNG (RAW) |
| video resolution | Hasselblad Camera: Apple ProRes 422HQ Apple ProRes 422 Apple ProRes 422LT 5.1K: 5120 x 2700 at 24/25/30/48/50 fps DCI 4K: 4096 x 2160 with 24/25/30/48/50/60/120* fps 4K: 3840 x 2160 at 24/25/30/48/50/60/120* fps H.264/H.265 5.1K: 5120 x 2700 at 24/25/30/48/50 fps DCI 4K: 4096 x 2160 with 24/25/30/48/50/60/120* fps 4K: 3840 x 2160 at 24/25/30/48/50/60/120* fps FHD: 1920×1080@24/25/30/48/50/60/120*/200* fps * Recorded frame rate. The corresponding video is played as a slow-motion video. Medium telephoto camera: Apple ProRes 422HQ Apple ProRes 422 Apple ProRes 422LT 4K: 3840×2160@24/25/30/48/50/60 fps H.264/H.265 4K: 3840×2160@24/25/30/48/50/60 fps FHD: 1920×1080@24/25/30/48/50/60 fps telephoto camera: Apple ProRes 422HQ Apple ProRes 422 Apple ProRes 422LT 4K: 3840×2160@24/25/30/48/50/60 fps H.264/H.265 4K: 3840×2160@24/25/30/50/60 fps FHD: 1920×1080@24/25/30/50/60fps | Hasselblad Camera: Apple ProRes 422HQ Apple ProRes 422 Apple ProRes 422LT 5.1K: 5120 x 2700 at 24/25/30/48/50 fps DCI 4K: 4096 x 2160 with 24/25/30/48/50/60/120* fps 4K: 3840 x 2160 at 24/25/30/48/50/60/120* fps H.264/H.265 5.1K: 5120 x 2700 at 24/25/30/48/50 fps DCI 4K: 4096 x 2160 with 24/25/30/48/50/60/120* fps 4K: 3840 x 2160 at 24/25/30/48/50/60/120* fps FHD: 1920×1080@24/25/30/48/50/60/120*/200* fps * Recorded frame rate. The corresponding video is played as a slow-motion video. telephoto camera: H.264/H.265 4K: 3840×2160@24/25/30/50 fps FHD: 1920×1080@24/25/30/50 fps |
| video formats | MP4/MOV (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, HEVC/H.265) MOV (Apple ProRes 422 HQ/422/422 LT) | MP4/MOV (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, HEVC/H.265) MOV (Apple ProRes 422 HQ/422/422 LT) |
| Max Video Bitrate | H.264/H.265: 200Mbps Apple ProRes 422 HQ: 3772 Mbps Apple ProRes 422: 2514 Mbps Apple ProRes 422 LT: 1750 Mbps | H.264/H.265: 200Mbps Apple ProRes 422 HQ: 3772 Mbps Apple ProRes 422: 2514 Mbps Apple ProRes 422 LT: 1750 Mbps |
| Supported file systems | exFAT | exFAT |
| Color mode and scanning method | Hasselblad Camera: Normal: 10-bit 4:2:2 (Apple ProRes 422 HQ/422/422 LT) 8-bit 4:2:0 (H.264/H.265) D log: 10-bit 4:2:2 (Apple ProRes 422 HQ/422/422 LT) 10-bit 4:2:0 (H.264/H.265) HLG/D-Log M: 10-bit 4:2:2 (Apple ProRes 422 HQ/422/422 LT) 10-bit 4:2:0 (H.265) Medium telephoto camera: Normal: 10-bit 4:2:2 (Apple ProRes 422 HQ/422/422 LT) 8-bit 4:2:0 (H.264/H.265) HLG/D-Log M: 10-bit 4:2:2 (Apple ProRes 422 HQ/422/422 LT) 10-bit 4:2:0 (H.265) telephoto camera: Normal: 10-bit 4:2:2 (Apple ProRes 422 HQ/422/422 LT) 8-bit 4:2:0 (H.264/H.265) | Hasselblad Camera: Normal: 10-bit 4:2:2 (Apple ProRes 422 HQ/422/422 LT) 8-bit 4:2:0 (H.264/H.265) D log: 10-bit 4:2:2 (Apple ProRes 422 HQ/422/422 LT) 10-bit 4:2:0 (H.264/H.265) telephoto camera: Normal: 10-bit 4:2:2 (Apple ProRes 422 HQ/422/422 LT) 8-bit 4:2:0 (H.264/H.265) |
| Digital zoom (only in normal video mode and in exploration mode) | Hasselblad Camera: 1 to 3x Medium telephoto camera: 3 to 7x telephoto camera: 7 to 28x | Hasselblad Camera: 1 to 3x telephoto camera: 7 to 28x |
DJI Mavic 3 Pro vs DJI Mavic 3 Gimbal Comparison
| Stabilization | Mechanical 3-axis stabilization Tend roll Sway | Mechanical 3-axis stabilization Tend roll Sway |
| Mechanical area | Tilt: -140° to 50° Roll: -50° to 50° Pan: -23° to 23° | Tilt: -135° to 100° Roll: -45° to 45° Pan: -27° to 27° |
| Controllable area | Tilt: -90° to 35° Pan: -5° to 5° | Tilt: -90° to 35° Pan: -5° to 5° |
| Maximum Steering Speed (Tilt) | 100°/s | 100°/s |
| Angular vibration range | Hovering without wind: ±0.001° Normal mode: ±0.003° Sport mode: ±0.005° | ±0.007° |
DJI Mavic 3 Pro vs DJI Mavic 3 Obstacle Detection Comparison
| Detection system | Omni-directional dual vision system coupled with infrared sensor on underside of aircraft | Omni-directional dual vision system coupled with infrared sensor on underside of aircraft |
|---|---|---|
| In front | Measuring range: 0.5 to 20 m Detection range: 0.5 to 200 m Effective detection speed: flight speed ≤15m/s Field of View: Horizontal: 90°, Vertical: 103° | Measuring range: 0.5 to 20 m Detection range: 0.5 to 200 m Effective detection speed: flight speed ≤15m/s Field of View: Horizontal: 90°, Vertical: 103° |
| Rear | Measuring range: 0.5 to 16 m Effective detection speed: flight speed ≤12m/s Field of View: Horizontal: 90°, Vertical: 103° | Measuring range: 0.5 to 16 m Effective detection speed: flight speed ≤12m/s Field of View: Horizontal: 90°, Vertical: 103° |
| Laterally | Measuring range: 0.5 to 25 m Effective detection speed: flight speed ≤15m/s Field of View: Horizontal: 90°, Vertical: 85° | Measuring range: 0.5 to 25 m Effective detection speed: flight speed ≤15m/s Field of View: Horizontal: 90°, Vertical: 85° |
| Above | Measuring range: 0.2 to 10 m Effective detection speed: flight speed ≤6m/s Field of view: forward and backward: 100°, left and right: 90° | Measuring range: 0.2 to 10 m Effective detection speed: flight speed ≤6m/s Field of view: forward and backward: 100°, left and right: 90° |
| Below | Measuring range: 0.3 to 18 m Effective detection speed: flight speed ≤6m/s Field of view: front and rear: 130°, left and right: 160° | Measuring range: 0.3 to 18 m Effective detection speed: flight speed ≤6m/s Field of view: front and rear: 130°, left and right: 160° |
| operating environment | Front, Back, Left, Right and Top: Surfaces with recognizable patterns and adequate lighting (>15 lux) Below: Surfaces with recognizable patterns and diffuse remission >20% (e.g. walls, trees, people) and adequate lighting (>15 lux) | Front, Back, Left, Right and Top: Surfaces with recognizable patterns and adequate lighting (>15 lux) Below: Surfaces with recognizable patterns and diffuse remission >20% (e.g. walls, trees, people) and adequate lighting (>15 lux) |
DJI Mavic 3 Pro vs. DJI Mavic 3 Video Transmission Comparison
| video transmission system | DJI O3+ | DJI O3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Live view quality | Remote control: 1080p/30fps 1080p/60fps | Remote control: 1080p/30fps 1080p/60fps |
| Operating frequency | 2.400 to 2.4835GHz 5.725 to 5.850GHz | 2.400 to 2.4835GHz 5.725 to 5.850GHz |
| Radiated Power (EIRP) | 2.4GHz: < 33dBm (FCC) <20dBm (CE/SRRC/MIC) 5.8GHz: < 33dBm (FCC) < 30dBm (SRRC) < 14dBm (CE) | 2.4GHz: < 33dBm (FCC) <20dBm (CE/SRRC/MIC) 5.8GHz: < 33dBm (FCC) < 30dBm (SRRC) < 14dBm (CE) |
| Maximum transmission range (without obstacles and interference) | FCC: 15 km CE: 8 km SRRC: 8 km MIC: 8 km *Measured in an environment free of obstacles and interference. The data above shows the furthest communication range for a one-way, no-return flight for each standard. Please pay attention to the return warning message in the DJI Fly app during the flight. | FCC: 15 km CE: 8 km SRRC: 8 km MIC: 8 km *Measured in an environment free of obstacles and interference. The data above shows the furthest communication range for a one-way, no-return flight for each standard. Please pay attention to the return warning message in the DJI Fly app during the flight. |
| Maximum transmission range (without obstacles, with interference) | Strong interference. Urban landscape, about 1.5 to 3 km Interference Medium: Suburban landscape, approximately 3 to 9 km Minor disturbance: suburban/lakefront, approximately 9 to 15 km *Data tested in accordance with FCC standards in an open environment with typical levels of interference. For reference only and does not guarantee the actual transmission distance. | Strong interference. Urban landscape, about 1.5 to 3 km Interference Medium: Suburban landscape, approximately 3 to 9 km Minor disturbance: suburban/lakefront, approximately 9 to 15 km *Data tested in accordance with FCC standards in an open environment with typical levels of interference. For reference only and does not guarantee the actual transmission distance. |
| Maximum transmission range (with obstacles, with interference) | Low interference and obstruction from buildings: Approx. 0 to 0.5 km Low interference and obstruction from trees: Approx. 0.5 to 3 km *Data was obtained in accordance with FCC standards in typical low-interference environments. For reference only and does not guarantee the actual transmission distance. | Low interference and obstruction from buildings: Approx. 0 to 0.5 km Low interference and obstruction from trees: Approx. 0.5 to 3 km *Data was obtained in accordance with FCC standards in typical low-interference environments. For reference only and does not guarantee the actual transmission distance. |
| Maximum download speed | O3+: 5.5 MB/s (with DJI RC-N1 remote controller) 15 MB/s (with DJI RC Pro remote controller) 5.5 MB/s (with DJI RC remote controller) WiFi 6: 80MB/s* *Measured in a laboratory environment with low interference in countries/regions supporting both 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz, with footage saved to internal memory. Download speeds may vary based on actual conditions. | O3+: 5.5 MB/s (with DJI RC-N1 remote controller) 15 MB/s (with DJI RC Pro remote controller) 5.5 MB/s (with DJI RC remote controller) WiFi 6: 80MB/s* *Measured in a laboratory environment with low interference in countries/regions supporting both 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz, with footage saved to internal memory. Download speeds may vary based on actual conditions. |
| Lowest Latency | 130 ms (with DJI RC-N1 remote controller) 120 ms (with DJI RC Pro remote controller) 130 ms (with DJI RC remote controller) *Depending on actual environment and mobile device. | 130 ms (with DJI RC-N1 remote controller) 120 ms (with DJI RC Pro remote controller) 130 ms (with DJI RC remote controller) *Depending on actual environment and mobile device. |
| Antenna | 4 antennas, 2 transmitters, 4 receivers | 4 antennas, 2 transmitters, 4 receivers |
DJI Mavic 3 Pro vs. DJI Mavic 3 Battery Comparison
| Capacity | 5,000mAh | 5,000mAh |
| Weight | 335.5 grams | 335.5 grams |
| Nominal voltage | 15.4 volts | 15.4 volts |
| Maximum charging voltage | 17.6 volts | 17.6 volts |
| Battery type | Lithium Ion Battery (4S) | Lithium Ion Battery (4S) |
| Energy | 77Wh | 77Wh |
| Charging temperature | 5°C to 40°C | 5°C to 40°C |
| Loading time | Approx. 96 minutes (with included data cable of DJI-65W charger) Approx. 70 minutes (with DJI 100W USB-C Charger and 100W Multi Charger) | Approx. 96 minutes (with included data cable of DJI-65W charger) Approx. 70 minutes (with DJI 100W USB-C Charger and 100W Multi Charger) |
DJI Mavic 3 Pro vs. DJI Mavic 3 – Charger Comparison
| Entry | DJI-65W Charger: 100-240V (AC), 50-60Hz, 2A DJI USB-C Power Adapter (100W): 100-240V (AC), 50-60Hz, 2.5A | DJI-65W Charger: 100-240V (AC), 50-60Hz, 2A DJI USB-C Power Adapter (100W): 100-240V (AC), 50-60Hz, 2.5A |
| Exit | DJI-65W Charger: USB-C: 5V/5A, 9V/5A, 12V/5A, 15V/4.3A, 20V/3.25A, 5 to 20V/3.25A USB-A: 5V/2A DJI USB-C Power Adapter (100W): maximum 100 W (total) When both ports are used, the maximum output power of one port is 82W and the charger dynamically splits the output power of the two ports according to the power load. | DJI-65W Charger: USB-C: 5V/5A, 9V/5A, 12V/5A, 15V/4.3A, 20V/3.25A, 5 to 20V/3.25A USB-A: 5V/2A DJI USB-C Power Adapter (100W): maximum 100 W (total) When both ports are used, the maximum output power of one port is 82W and the charger dynamically splits the output power of the two ports according to the power load. |
| Rated capacity | DJI-65W Charger: 65 watts DJI USB-C Power Adapter (100W): 100 watts | DJI-65W Charger: 65 watts DJI USB-C Power Adapter (100W): 100 watts |
DJI Mavic 3 Pro vs. DJI Mavic 3 Battery Charging Station Comparison
| Entry | USB-C: 5-20V, 5A max | USB-C: 5-20V, 5A max |
| Exit | Battery Connection: 12-7.6V Max 5A | Battery Connection: 12-7.6V Max 5A |
| Rated capacity | battery charging station 65 watts Battery charging station (100W) 100 watts | battery charging station 65 watts Battery charging station (100W) 100 watts |
| load type | Can charge up to three batteries in succession. | Can charge up to three batteries in succession. |
| compatibility | DJI Mavic 3 Intelligent Flight Battery | DJI Mavic 3 Intelligent Flight Battery |
