DJI Inspire 1 and DJI Inspire 2 in comparison

In addition to the Phantom 4Pro has the Chinese manufacturer of quadrocopters DJI also the new one DJI Inspire 2 presented - a long-awaited model, which I have here with the DJI Inspire 1 v2 want to compare. So you can find out at a glance whether the new purchase is worthwhile for you, or whether you should take the now cheaper Inspire 1. If neither of the two models seems suitable for you, you can read the article linked above DJI Phantom 4 Pro drop by. But this is about the DJI Inspire 2;)

DJI Inspire 2 data sheet: technical details of the drone

As in the article on the new Phantom 4 Pro, I would like to briefly highlight the outstanding specs of the new DJI Inspire 2. Then there are further considerations and the comparison to model 1 version 2:

• Recordings with 5,2K and 4K resolution (including Adobe CinemaDNG RAW and Apple ProRes)
• Transmission in 1080p over up to 7 km
• Use of the 4G (LTE) radio standard for control over long distances and video transmission to servers possible; Latency around 500 ms
• 25 to 27 minutes of flight time thanks to the revised battery
• 108 km / h speed
• The sensors have a range of 30 meters to the front
• Obstacle detection also upwards
• New 5,5 "and 7,85" displays available

Inset - more interesting posts on the blog:

• Word puzzle: play word guru with the whole family
• Buy Adobe Photoshop without a subscription
• Download, instructions and manual for GIMP image editing
• The best LAN cables
• USB extensions and hubs

New cameras and camera systems for the DJI Inspire 2

The DJI Inspire 1 came with the innovative cameras Zenmuse X3, Zenmuse X5 and Zenmuse X5R. For more specific shots, there was the Zenmuse XT (thermal imaging camera) and the Zenmuse Z3 (optical zoom). These cameras are also compatible with the DJI Inspire 2. There is no question that, in addition to the new X4S and X5S cameras, even more innovative models with new functions will be added.

In addition, DJI has announced a handheld gimbal for the Zenmuse cameras. This should then also enable recordings on land and by hand - strong competition for them Recalled GoPro Karma drone with "Karma Grip". The competition is really very intense.

Intelligent flight modes for professional recordings

"The Inspire 2 takes everything that was good about the Inspire 1 and does it better. ”Says DJI about the new drone. This can be seen, among other things, in the drone's innovative flight modes. For example, it is used Spotlight Pro, that is, the fixation of an object, person or animal during the flight and while it is moving - made possible for a single pilot.

Then there are the modes Point of interest and Waypoint, for which the improved obstacle detection is also important. As with other DJI models, ActiveTrack, TAPFLO and QuickSpin usable. Finally, of course, operation via two units (flight and video recording separately) is also possible. The pilot and cameraman can stand up to 100 meters apart.

Comparison of DJI Inspire 1 v2 and DJI Inspire 2

Video introducing the DJI Inspire 2

Conclusion on the comparison of the two DJI Inspire drones

A larger transmission range, new cameras, a higher maximum speed, new flight modes and so on - the DJI Inspire 2 is actually a completely innovative model and not a disguised third version of the DJI Inspire 1. Both drones do not really help private people addressed, but rather filmmakers, cameramen, directors and all those who want to become one. The innovations will pay off, especially for professional users who regularly use multicopters.

Johannes Domke

After graduating from high school, Johannes completed an apprenticeship as a business assistant specializing in foreign languages. But then he decided to research and write, which resulted in his independence. For several years he has been working for Sir Apfelot, among others. His articles include product introductions, news, manuals, video games, consoles, and more. He follows Apple keynotes live via stream.