The initial Inspire 1 was an outstanding piece of package, but the Inspire 2 drone beats it in nearly every honor. The style has been much better, with low cost looking plastic material being changed by metal composite bodywork, while the significantly superior object avoidance technology indicates you can breathe a little easier as your costly investment takes to the skies.
A twin-battery option in Inspire 2 drone gives more than 25 minutes of flight time, while the capability to swap camera lenses to match your shooting targets will make this very interesting to really serious photographers and video creators – it also makes sure the drone is future-proofed to a degree. Add in a excellent and fully-featured smartphone application and dedicated remote control and you’ve got a really impressive piece of kit – but the price tag for the finest package will put it out of the price range for casual drone customers. But if you’re searching for battery time that totally blows averages out of the water, take a look at the Autel EVO Drone.
The Inspire 1 was constructed similar to a tank, but the Inspire 2 is even more robust many thanks to its modified aluminum shell. The carbon fiber arms mean bumps and bashes won’t harm the unit, with the just weak spots being the plastic-type, quick-release propellers – which are quickly replaceable should they get damaged – and the camera itself, which is also replaceable, even though at a much greater cost.
The build level of quality is almost unimportant, however, simply because of the sheer number of counter measures DJI has integrated in the Inspire 2. The mentioned FPV camera and obstacle-avoidance technique track for incoming physical objects 30 meters ahead, while the upward-facing infrared sensors scan for objects 5 meters above the drone, which is useful when you’re flying in enclosed areas. Terrain recognition sensors installed to the bottom of the Inspire 2 round off the package.
If you’re not very concerned with the increased object avoidance tech and 5.2K video recording, it might be better to think about the aging (but still very good) Inspire 1 or the DJI Phantom 4, both of which can be bought for a fraction of the cost without compromising too much important performance.
Battery life is constantly a worry with drones, and when you consider all of the extra tech that has been placed into the Inspire 2, you’d be forgiven for fretting about the influence on stamina. Nevertheless, DJI has thought of this, and has provided a dual-battery setup which increases your flying time to around 25 minutes.
The Inspire 2 drone looks basically the same as the first generation version, but this time it’s made from magnesium-aluminum combination, which DJI says increases rigidity to help flying while decreasing weight. The bodyweight reduction is generally just to improve battery life — while it’s easy enough to pick up, it’s definitely made to be transported in a flight case, quite possibly in the back of a car. Inspire 2 from USD $3,299.
One of the crucial advantages of the Inspire is the functionality to have both a pilot and a camera operator work at the same time with separate master and slave controllers. On the Inspire 1, this needs the pilot to navigate using the live video from the camera, which might not constantly be pointed forward. The Inspire 2 adds a second first-person-view camera that provides the pilot the greatest view for flying, while allowing the camera operator to set the perfect shot.
If cash is not an problem, DJI Inspire 2 is certainly the best drone to invest in. It has top rated general performance, outstanding build quality, and delivers 5.2k top quality of raw video capture.
Visually, it could look just like a small change than its DJI predecessors but in terms of battery, recharge time, and general effectiveness, we highly recommend this model. It captures photos and video clips in CinemaDNG and Apple ProRes. What more could you request for if pro filmmaking is something you love doing?
Inspire 2 drone – essential functions include:
Innovative CineCore 2.0 embedded image processing system
Captures 5.2K-resolution video at 4.2Gbps for Adobe CinemaDNG raw videos
Supported formats include things like Adobe CinemaDNG, Apple ProRes 422 HQ (5.2K, 4K) and ProRes 4444 XQ (4K), H.264 and H.265
Records 4K-resolution video in H.264 and H.265 with a bit rate up to 100Mbps
Streams video at broadcast requirements of 1080i50/720p60
New propulsion system reaches 50 mph (kph) in Four seconds
Top speed of 67 mph (108 kph)
Ascends at up to 23 ft per second (7 m/s) and descends at up to 30 ft per second (9 m/s)
New master and slave controller range extends to 328 feet and users can change between 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz frequencies. Photo: DJI
DJI Inspire 2 specs:
Aircraft
| Model | T650A |
|---|---|
| Weight | 7.58 lbs (3440 g, including propellers and two batteries, without gimbal and camera) |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 9.37lbs (4250 g) |
| GPS Hovering Accuracy | Vertical: ±1.64 feet (0.5 m) or ±0.33 feet (0.1 m, Downward Vision System enabled) Horizontal: ±4.92 feet (1.5 m) or ±0.98 feet (0.3 m, Downward Vision System enabled) |
| Max Angular Velocity | Pitch: 300°/s Yaw: 150°/s |
| Max Tilt Angle | P-mode: 35° (Forward Vision System enabled: 25°) A-mode: 35° S-mode: 40° |
| Max Ascent Speed | P-mode/A-mode: 16.4 ft/s (5 m/s) S-mode: 19.7 ft/s (6 m/s) |
| Max Descent Speed | Vertical: 13.1 ft/s (4 m/s) Tilt: 13.1-29.5 ft/s (4-9 m/s) |
| Max Takeoff Sea Level | 1.55 mi (2500 m) 3.1 mi (5000 m with specially-designed propeller) |
| Max Wind Speed Resistance | 10 m/s |
| Max Flight Time | Approx. 27min (with Zenmuse X4S) Approx. 23min (with Zenmuse X7) (Hovering at sea level with no wind.) |
| Motor Model | DJI 3512 |
| Propeller Model | DJI 1550T |
| Indoor Hovering | Enabled by default |
| Operating Temperature | -4° to 104° F (-20° to 40° C) |
| Diagonal Distance(propeller excluded) | 23.8 inch (605 mm, Landing Mode) |
| Max Speed | 58 mph or 94 kph(Sport mode) |
Remote Controller
| Model | GL6D10A |
|---|---|
| Operating Frequency | 2.400-2.483 GHz 5.725-5.850 GHz |
| Max Transmitting Distance(unobstructed, free of interference) | 2.4 GHz: FCC: 4.3 miles (7 km); CE: 2.2 miles (3.5 km); SRRC: 2.5 miles (4 km); MIC: 2.5 miles (4 km); 5.8 GHz: FCC: 4.3 miles (7 km); CE: 1.2 miles (2 km); SRRC: 3.1 miles (5 km); MIC: – ; |
| EIRP | 2.4 GHz: FCC: 26 dBm; CE: 17 dBm; SRRC: 20 dBm; MIC: 17dBm; 5.8 GHz: FCC: 28 dBm; CE:14 dBm; SRRC: 20 dBm; MIC: – ; |
| Video Output Ports | USB, HDMI |
| Power Supply | Built-in battery |
| Charging | DJI charger |
| Dual User Capability | Host-and-Slave connection |
| Mobile Device Holder | Tablet or Smart Phone |
| Max Mobile Device Width | 170 mm |
| Output Power | 9 W (Without supplying power to smart device) |
| Operating Temperature | -4° to 104° F (-20° to 40° C) |
| Storage Temperature | Less than 3 months: -4° to 113° F (-20° to 45° C) More than 3 months: 72° to 82° F (22° to 28° C) |
| Charging Temperature | 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C) |
| Battery | 6000mAh 2S LiPo |
| USB Supply Power | iOS: 1 A @ 5.2 V (Max); Android: 1.5 A @ 5.2 V (Max) |
Battery (Standard)
| Name | Intelligent Flight Battery |
|---|---|
| Model | TB50 |
| Capacity | 4280 mAh |
| Voltage | 22.8 V |
| Battery Type | LiPo 6S |
| Energy | 97.58 Wh |
| Net Weight | 515 g |
| Charging Temperature | 41° to 104° F (5° to 40° C) |
| Operating Temperature | -4° to 104° F (-20° to 40° C) |
| Max Charging Power | 180 W |
| Storage Temperature | Less than 3 months: -4° to 113° F (-20° to 45° C) More than 3 months: 72° to 82° F (22° to 28° C) |
Downward Vision System
| Velocity Range | <32.8 ft/s (10 m/s) at height of 6.56 feet (2 m) |
|---|---|
| Altitude Range | <32.8 feet (10 m) |
| Operating Range | <32.8 feet (10 m) |
| Operating Environment | Surfaces with clear patterns and adequate lighting (> 15 lux) |
| Ultrasonic Sensor Operating Range | 0.33-16.4 feet (10-500 cm) |
| Ultrasonic Sensor Operating Environment | Non-absorbing material, rigid surface (thick indoor carpeting will reduce performance) |
Upward Infrared Sensor
| Obstacle Sensing Range | 0-16.4 feet (0-5 m) |
|---|---|
| FOV | ±5° |
| Operating Environment | Large-size non-reflective obstacles |
Gimbal
| Model | ZENMUSE X7(optional) ZENMUSE X5S(optional) ZENMUSE X4S(optional) |
|---|---|
| Angular Vibration Range | ±0.01° |
| Controllable Range | Pitch: -130° to+40° Roll: ±20° Pan: ±320° |
| Max Controllable Speed | Pitch: 180°/s Roll: 180°/s Pan: 270°/s |
| Interface Type | Detachable |
| Mechanical Range | Pitch: -140° to+50° Roll: -50° to+90° Pan: ±330° |
Charger
| Model | IN2C180 |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 26.1 V |
| Rated Power | 180 W |
Charging Hub
| Model | IN2CH |
|---|---|
| Input Voltage | 26.1 V |
| Input Current | 6.9 A |
Forward Vision System
| Obstacle Sensing Range | 2.3-98.4 feet (0.7-30 m) |
|---|---|
| FOV | Horizontal: 60°; Vertical: 54° |
| Operating Environment | Surfaces with clear patterns and adequate lighting (> 15 lux) |
APP
| Name | DJI GO 4 |
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