DJI Avata 2 vs. DJI Avata Comparison
DJI recently introduced DJI Avata 2 , its latest FPV drone. The Avata 2 boasts improved flight performance, longer flight times, increased payload capacity, improved intelligent flight modes, and enhanced safety features over its predecessor. Check out our in-depth comparison as we evaluate the two.
DJI has released the DJI Avata 2, its latest FPV drone that boasts improved imaging, safety features, and battery life over its predecessor, the DJI Avata.
The Avata 2 introduces numerous improvements over the first Avata, such as the ability to capture super-wide 4K shots and intuitive motion control for seamless piloting. With integrated propeller guards and simplified ACRO flight, safety and excitement come first.
For an enhanced FPV experience, pair Avata 2 with DJI Goggles 3 And DJI RC Motion 3 . DJI Goggles 3 lets you observe your surroundings without removing your glasses, enhancing both safety and immersion with Real View PiP (Picture-In-Picture) and DJI RC Motion 3 lets you effortlessly perform challenging aerial stunts, allowing even inexperienced users to perform flips, drifts and eye-catching maneuvers with ease.
Updates include:
- Easily perform ACRO maneuvers like flips, rolls and 180° drifts with seamless control and precision.
- Experience greater color grading flexibility with the 10-bit D-Log M color mode, ensuring your footage reaches professional-level quality.
- Benefit from improved safety features such as downward/backward visual positioning, which ensures precise positioning and greater stability during flight.
- Extended flight time of 23 minutes, providing an additional 4 minutes of airtime, while the drone's support for PD fast charging ensures fast and efficient charging.
- Enhanced video transmission distance of 10km (CE), an improvement of 7km over the first Avata.
- Access nearly double the storage with the large 46GB internal memory, providing ample room for your files, and use the high-speed QuickTransfer feature for fast and efficient file transfers.
DJI Avata 2 Vs DJI Avata: Key Specs
See the table below to see the differences in both models.
| Characteristic | DJI Avata 2 | DJI Avata |
| Weight | 377g | 410g |
| Dimensions | 185mm x 212mm x 64mm (L x W x H) | 180×180×80mm (L x W x H) |
| Flight time | 23 Minutes | 18 Minutes |
| Internal memory | 46 GB | 20 GB |
| Ascent speed | 6 m/s (Normal Mode)9 m/s (Sport Mode) | 6 m/s (Normal Mode, Sport Mode) |
| Hover time | 21 Minutes | 18 Minutes |
DJI Avata 2 Vs DJI Avata: In-Depth Comparison
Camera: Which camera is best for me?
The Avata 2 significantly improved camera quality over the Avata, now featuring the ability to capture in 10-bit D-Log M color mode, whereas the first Avata was limited to D-Cinelike color mode.
10-bit D-Log M lets you capture footage in both bright and shadowy landscapes, and colors can easily be further enhanced in post-production, making them as lifelike as possible.
Meanwhile, D-Cinelike mode gives the image a cinematic quality by applying a lookup table (LUT), which contains a predefined mathematical formula for image editing. Opting for this mode is best if you prefer not to manually adjust the colors, as it provides a preset cinematic look.
D-Log M offers greater flexibility in color grading thanks to its higher bit depth, while D-Cinelike provides a pre-set cinematic look for those who prefer not to manually adjust colors. If your goal is to capture content that is as true to life as possible, D-Log M is the preferred option. However, if you prefer a more cinematic perspective to your footage and don’t want to manually adjust camera settings, then D-Cinelike is the ideal option for you.
When it comes to lenses, both Avata drones have a super wide-angle CMOS camera, the differences are in the size and the number of pixels it can capture, as shown in the table below.
The 1/1.3 lens offers a larger aperture than the 1/1.7 lens, resulting in better low-light performance and potentially sharper images. However, the 1/1.7 lens can provide a wider field of view, making it suitable for capturing larger scenes.
Camera Specifications
| Characteristics | DJI Avata 2 | DJI Avata |
| Sensor | 1/1.3-inch sensor Effective Pixels: 12 MP |
1/1.7-inch CMOS Effective Pixels: 48 MP |
| Color Mode | Standard D-Log M |
Standard D-Cinelike |
| Video Resolution | 4K/60fps HDR Video | 4K/60fps Video |
Video transmission
The video transmission system has made significant progress, moving from Ocusync 3.0+ to O4.
Ocusync 3.0+ supports a maximum distance of up to 10km between the aircraft and the remote controller, while O4 extends this range to 20km. This improvement to the Avata 2 drone gives users more flexibility to fly their drones over longer distances while maintaining an uninterrupted live feed transmission. Additionally, the O4 system boasts reduced latency and improved live feed quality, streaming content in 1080p at up to 100fps. In comparison, Ocusync 3+ is limited to 1080p at 30fps. Additional improvements include updates to the communication bandwidth and maximum video bitrate. These improvements result in smoother communication with aircraft and clearer footage, while minimizing buffering for pilots.
Despite the many improvements, it is important to recognize that the DJI Avata still has a high-quality video transmission system. It is still capable of capturing excellent content and is the more affordable option of the two drones. However, for superior content quality, the Avata 2 is the preferable choice.
Video Transmission Specifications
| Characteristic | DJI Avata 2 | DJI Avata |
| Video transmission system | O4 | Ocusync 3.0+ |
| Maximum transmission distance | 20km | 10km |
| Live Quality View | 1080p @ 30/50/60/100fps | 1080p @ 30fps |
| Communication band | Maximum 60 MHz | Maximum 40 MHz |
| Maximum Video Bitrate | 60Mbps | 50Mbps |
Intelligent Flight Battery
The Avata 2 represents a significant improvement in both size and power over the DJI Avata. This improvement is exemplified by an extended flight time, with the Avata 2 offering an additional 4 minutes of hover time over the DJI Avata. Specifically, the Avata 2 boasts a whopping 21 minutes of hover time, surpassing the DJI Avata’s 18 minutes.
The Avata 2’s longer battery life makes it more suitable for longer flights, allowing it to cover greater distances without the need for frequent charging intervals. Additionally, the Avata 2 offers faster charging times, especially when paired with the Bidirectional Charging Hub [LINK IT], allowing for a full charge from 0% to 100% in just 45 minutes. In contrast, the DJI Avata takes over two hours to reach a full charge. Despite this discrepancy in charging times, the DJI Avata’s power, while less than the Avata 2, remains comparable.
Despite its smaller size, the Avata 2 manages to pack a punch in terms of battery capacity, with a 2150mAh battery compared to the slightly larger 2420mAh capacity of the DJI Avata. Additionally, in terms of energy output, the Avata 2 provides 31.7Wh at 0.5°C, while the DJI Avata provides 35.71Wh at 0.5°C.
Additionally, the Avata 2 weighs less (145g), making it a lighter option than the DJI Avata, which weighs slightly more (162g).
Intelligent Flight Battery Specifications
| Characteristic | DJI Avata 2 | DJI Avata |
| Time in hover | 21 minutes | 18 minutes |
| Battery capacity | 2150mAh | 2420mAh |
| Reload time | 45 minutes (with Charging Hub) 1 hour 28 minutes |
2 hours 30 minutes |
| Energy | 31.7 Wh@0.5C | 35.71 Wh@0.5C |
| Weight | 145g | 162g |
Summary
Both Avata drones excel at capturing unique, high-quality footage while expertly performing complex maneuvers. Ultimately, choosing between the two drones depends on the purpose of your flight, the length of flight time you require, and the level of detail you want in your content creation.
Avata 2 stands out for its advanced features, providing professional-grade footage, faster transmission times and longer battery life.
