DJI has launched the Avata 360 – a new class of drone that can shoot 360-degree 8K HDR video with omni-directional obstacle sensing and improved video transmission.
The Avata 360 has two lenses that users can switch between. The 360-degree lenses use 1-inch equivalent sensors that can capture 360-degree video for 8K/60fps HDR videos and 120MP images.
Photos and videos shot in 360-degrees can be reframed in post-production so you can show off the best angles and create stunning visuals.
Of course, there’s also a single camera mode that captures 4K/60fps videos.
Also the Avata 360 utilises DJI’s O4+ video transmission system that offers clearer and more stable live feeds.
It offers high-definition, high-frame-rate transmission at 1080p, 60fps at a range of up to 20km.
On the battery side the Avata 360 has 23 minutes of flight time.
And on the safety side the drone includes nightscape omnidirectional obstacle sensing and integrated propeller guards so pilots can be assured they have complete protection.
Pilots offers a few controller options including the DJI remote controllers – RC2, RC-N2, RC-N3 to create stunning videos.
There are the DJI goggles so pilots can give someone a remarkable first person experience while the motion controller lets you pilot the drone with subtle hand movements.
Users have lots of modes and options when it comes to shooting, editing and creativity including:
– Spotlight Free – Locks onto a moving subject and assists with camera movement, replicating the sophisticated camera language like a pro with Inspire 3. Spotlight can lock onto a subject’s face to effortlessly capture Circle or Dronie shots without manual adjustments.
– ActiveTrack 360 – Automatically selects the optimal tracking mode. For example, Standard mode maintains a steady distance and altitude relative to the subject. Meanwhile, Cycling mode reacts faster to turns and keeps the subject in frame even in complex environments.
– FPV mode – Enables even novice pilots to add a natural roll effect to Spotlight Free, ActiveTrack 360-degree, and manual flights to create dynamic, high-speed FPV-style footage. This mode can be applied in post-production.
– Intelligent Tracking – Powered by advanced algorithms, the DJI Fly and DJI Studio apps make it effortless to lock onto and smoothly track people, vehicles, pets, and more, even in 360-degree footage.
– New One-Tap In-App Editing – With GyroFrame, 360-degree footage can be adjusted to an ideal angle and exported in the DJI Fly app. Both DJI Fly and DJI Studio allow camera movement effects to be added.
– Virtual Gimbal – Uses a 360-degree view to enable infinite rotation and tilt for dynamic camera moves. Even when flying in one direction, horizons can be rotated, and perspectives can be shifted to look back or perform a flip.
– Replaceable Front Lens Element – The front element features a replaceable design. Purchase a replacement lens kit with tools1, and you can easily replace the old lens yourself – no need to send it in for repair.
The DJI Avata 360 has 42GB internal storage which can store up to 30 minutes of 360-degree video in 8K without a microSD card.
Using Wi-Fi 6 High-Speed Transfer, you can transfer 1GB of footage to the DJI Fly app in 10 seconds at up to 100MB/s.
Price and Availability
DJI Avata 360 is available for pre-order now through store.dji.com/au and authorised retailers.
The DJI Avata 360 will go on sale April 2026.
Australian pricing and configurations are as follows:
– DJI Avata 360 (Drone Only) retails for $799
– DJI Avata 360 (DJI RC 2) retails for $1159
– DJI Avata 360 Fly More Combo (DJI RC 2) retails for $1619
– DJI Avata 360 Motion Fly More Combo retails for $1619
Stay tuned to Tech Guide for our complete review of the DJI Avata 360 in the coming weeks.
