Compare the DJI Avata to the DJI FPV
Comparison of the DJI Avata and DJI FPV
- With the light and maneuverable drone, you can fly both indoors and outdoors.
- The propeller guards create a better air flow, so you fly better.
- You fly with a high speed of up to 97.2km/h.
- It's not possible to fold this drone when you take it with you while you travel.
- Thanks to the aerodynamic design, you can fly with up to 140km/h.
- The drone has a maximum flight time of 20 minutes, which is long for a racing drone.
- You see the propellers in the image, so you can move very precisely.
- The weight of the drone is 795g, so you have to take the Drone Pilot Basic course.
- It's not possible to fold this drone when you take it with you while you travel.
Comparison of the DJI Avata and DJI FPV
| DJI Avata Smart Combo | DJI FPV Combo | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum speed | 97.2km/h | 140km/h |
| Video resolution | 4K, 60 fps | 4K, 60 fps |
| Flight time | 18 minutes | 20 minutes |
| VR headset included | Yes | Yes |
| Image sensor | 1/1.7-inch | 1/2.3-inch |
| Weight | 410g | 795g |
| Course | Basic Light | Basic |
| Obstacle detection position | Bottom | Front, back, and bottom |
Design
DJI Avata: propeller guards
The DJI Avata is a more compact drone than the FPV. It weighs 410g, so you just have to take a basic light course. Thanks to the compact design, you can easily take it with you when you travel. The disadvantage is that the drone isn't collapsible. The propellers have guards around them. Thanks to these guards and the compact size, you can use this drone to fly indoors or in areas with a lot of obstacles. It's important to keep your own safety and that of others in mind.
DJI FPV: no propeller guards
You need a basic course for the DJI FPV, because it weighs more than 500g. The model is larger and heavier than the Avata and doesn't have propeller guards. That's why it's not suitable for flying indoors. If you fly outdoors with the FPV, safety is important too of course. The propellers of the FPV are tilted inwards, so you see them through the camera. The special position of the propellers allows you move accurately.
Speed in different flight modes
DJI Avata: 97.2km/h
With the DJI Avata, you fly up to 97.2km/h. You can reach this speed in the manual mode and with perfect weather conditions. For example, the speed decreases quickly in case of strong winds. In Manual Mode, you can fly straight up and down or make loopings. You can take very sharp turns. In addition to the Manual Mode, the drone has a Normal Mode and Sports Mode. The Normal Mode is the slowest and the Sports Mode is in the middle.
DJI FPV: 140km/h
In ideal weather conditions, the DJI FPC can reach a maximum speed of 140km/h. This is partially because of the aerodynamic design. Just like the DJI Avata, the FPV has 3 different flight modes, Manual, Sports, and Normal. Manual Mode gives you the most freedom while flying. You can take sharp turns and make loopings. The Normal Mode is similar to traditional drones in terms of flying. In this mode, you fly slower and record smooth images.
Image quality
DJI Avata: 1/1.7-inch sensor
The camera of the DJI Avata has a 1/1.7-inch sensor. This sensor is larger than average, so you can record sharp and detailed images. You record in 4K resolution at 60 fps. These images look smooth. In Full HD, you can record with up to 120 fps. You can turn these images into slow motion videos by slowing them down. The image stabilization reduces motion blur. You can also set HorizonSteady, so the camera keeps the horizon straight.
DJI FPV: 1/2.3-inch sensor
With the DJI FPV, you can record in 4K resolution at 60 fps and in Full HD at 120 fps. These images look smooth. The FPV has a smaller sensor than the Avata. Due to this, it's slight less light-sensitive. You also see the propellers of the FPV in the image, so you'll have to crop the image if you don't want the propellers to be visible in your videos.
Conclusion
Both drones are very fast, which is why they're called racing drones. Experience with flying is key. The greatest difference is the design. The DJI Avata is more compact and has propeller guards, so you can use it indoors. Because of the light weight, you only need a basic light course for this. The FPV has a higher maximum speed and is heavier. That's why you need a basic course. You can record in 4K at 60 fps with both drones.
