DJI Mavic Air 2

The DJI Mavic Air 2, released in April 2020 by the Chinese technology company DJI, represents a pivotal step in the evolution of consumer‑grade aerial photography. Building on the success of the original Mavic Air, the Air 2 combined a larger sensor— a 1/2‑inch CMOS capable of 48‑megapixel stills— with a more powerful O3 transmission system that delivers up to 10 km of video feed and a robust 8 km control range. Its flight time, rated at 34 minutes, extended the operational envelope of portable drones, while the introduction of Advanced Pilot Assistance Systems (APAS 4.0) enabled obstacle avoidance in three directions, enhancing safety for both hobbyists and professionals. Key features include 4K/60 fps video, HDR photo capture, and the new FocusTrack suite (Spotlight, ActiveTrack 3.0, and Point of Interest), which automate subject tracking with high precision. The aircraft’s compact, fold‑fold design made it highly portable, setting a new standard for on‑the‑go filmmaking. By democratizing high‑quality aerial imaging and integrating sophisticated AI‑driven controls, the Mavic Air 2 reshaped the market, pushing competitors toward richer sensor packages and smarter flight assistance, and solidifying DJI’s dominance in the civilian unmanned‑aircraft sector.