DJI Air 3 vs Air 3S
The Air 3S refines an already excellent dual-camera drone. With a larger 1-inch main sensor and revolutionary LiDAR, let's see how much of a leap it really is.
What's New in Air 3S?
Air 3
1/1.3-inch CMOS
Excellent day performance
Air 3S
1-inch CMOS
Superior low-light & dynamic range
Air 3
Omnidirectional (Vision-based)
Struggles in low-light environments
Air 3S
Omnidirectional + LiDAR
Reliable sensing even in pitch black
Air 3
8 GB
Backup storage only
Air 3S
42 GB
Room for substantial 4K footage
Air 3
4K / 100fps
Standard 10-bit color
Air 3S
4K / 120fps
5.1K Support, 10-bit D-Log M
What's the Same?
70mm
Medium Tele Lens
45-46m
Flight Time
O4
Video Transmission
12 m/s
Wind Resistance
* Batteries are interchangeable between Air 3 and Air 3S.
The Final Verdict
→ Keep your Air 3 if:
- • You mostly fly in good daylight conditions
- • You are happy with the current dynamic range
- • You don't need the extra safety of LiDAR
→ Upgrade to Air 3S if:
- • You frequently shoot at sunset or night (1" sensor)
- • You need professional-grade obstacle sensing (LiDAR)
- • You want the convenience of 42GB internal storage
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