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Avata 360
DJI
DJI

Avata 360

For action filmmakers and FPV pilots, this is the 360° drone that records 8K/60 HDR and gives you full reframing freedom so one flight becomes multiple cinematic shots.

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If you want to capture everything around the craft in a single pass — not just the forward view — this drone solves that problem by recording immersive, editable 360° footage at very high resolution for post-flight reframing and creative camera moves. It’s aimed at filmmakers, content creators and experienced FPV pilots who want cinematic options without carrying multiple rigs. ## What makes it worth it The Avata 360 pairs flagship 1-inch-class imaging (dual 1/1.1" sensors per DJI) with 8K/60fps HDR 360° video, so you get much more detail and dynamic range than previous 360 drones and can crop into footage with far less quality loss. DJI’s O4+ FHD transmission (1080p/60fps) gives a long-range, low-latency feed for confident FPV flying, while integrated omnidirectional obstacle sensing and a built-in propeller guard make aggressive indoor or close-quarters flying less risky. The camera also shoots very high-resolution 360 photos (reported 120MP) and can switch to a single-lens 4K/60 mode for classic Avata-style clips, so one aircraft covers both 360 and standard aerial filmmaking. ## Where it falls short 360 workflows are heavier: 8K files are large and require powerful editing hardware and extra post work to reframe shots, and if your priority is the absolute best single-lens aerial image (for example an Air 3S or Mavic 4 Pro-style single-camera raw workflow) the Avata 360 won’t necessarily replace those drones for pure single-lens pro aerial cinematography. Buy this if you want a single, portable drone that captures every angle in 8K so you can reframe creatively in post; skip it if you only need simple point-and-shoot aerial footage or demand the cleanest single-lens raw aerial files.

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Buy if

You make dynamic video (action, travel, or FPV content) and want a single aircraft that captures 8K 360 footage you can reframe into multiple finished shots.

Skip if

You mainly want simple, single-lens aerial footage or need the absolute cleanest single-camera raw files for high-end commercial work.

What we found

Video resolution

8K / 60fps HDR 360°

Sensor size

Dual 1/1.1" (1-inch-class) sensors

Video transmission

O4+ FHD (1080p/60fps) transmission, up to 20 km (line-of-sight spec)

Obstacle sensing & safety

Omnidirectional obstacle sensing + integrated propeller guard

Shooting flexibility

Switchable 360° mode or Single Lens 4K/60fps mode

Photo resolution

Up to 120MP 360 photos (stitched)

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£639

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