DJI Flip
| Flip | |
|---|---|
| DJI Flip | |
| General information | |
| Type | Unmanned aerial vehicle |
| National origin | China |
| Manufacturer | DJI |
| Status | In production |
| History | |
| Manufactured | 2025–present |
| Introduction date | January 2025 |
The DJI Flip (company designation DF1A0424)[1] is a teleoperated compact quadcopter drone for personal and commercial aerial photography and videography use, released by the Chinese technology company DJI.
Design and development
Released in January 2025, the Flip is a compact quadcopter marketed for beginners.[2] According to DJI, the Flip was designed to "combine the simplicity of the DJI Neo with the stunning photo capabilities of the DJI Mini",[3] though there were no plans to replace either series with the Flip.[4] The Flip is larger and heavier than the Neo, weighing just under 249 g (8.8 oz) compared to the latter's 135 g (4.8 oz).[5] The drone has four foldable arms for ease of transport, similar to the DJI Mini, but with built-in propeller guards with carbon fiber spokes; a first for folding DJI drones.[2][4][6] The Flip features a 48-megapixel camera with a 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensor, capable of shooting 4K high-dynamic-range (HDR) video at 60 frames per second, mounted on a three-axis gimbal.[3][4] The drone also has a forward and downward-facing lidar obstacle avoidance system.[4][6][7] Power is provided by a 3110 mAh battery, giving the Flip a maximum flight time of 31 minutes.[7]
The Flip was praised for its camera, which was compared to that of the contemporary Mini 4 Pro.[2][5][8] However, the drone was criticized for its large size when folded compared to the Mini, and was noted to be louder than the Mini 4 Pro despite its ducted propellers.[4][6] While the built-in propeller guards allow for safe hand launches and landings, flight testing revealed that they "act like sails" and reduce efficiency when flying against the wind.[8][9] Due to its weight, the Flip is not required to be registered in the United States and several other countries, though the lack of Remote ID prevents it from being used professionally.[10]
Specifications (Flip)
Data from [11]
General characteristics
- Length: 0.233 m (9 in) (0.136 m (5.4 in) folded)
- Width: 0.280 m (11 in) (0.062 m (2.4 in) folded)
- Height: 79 m (259 ft 2 in) (0.165 m (6.5 in) folded)
- Empty weight: 0.249 kg (1 lb)
- Battery: 3110 mAh 7.16 V (22.3 Wh) LiNiMnCoO2 battery
- Powerplant: 4 × brushless DC electric motor
Performance
- Maximum speed: 57.6 km/h (35.8 mph, 31.1 kn)
- Range: 14 km (8.7 mi, 7.6 nmi)
- Endurance: 31 minutes
- Service ceiling: 3,500 m (11,500 ft)
- Rate of climb: 5 m/s (980 ft/min)
Avionics
See also
Aircraft of comparable role, configuration, and era
References
- ^ Singh, Ishveena (6 December 2024). "DJI Flip: Leak reveals foldable drone tailored for beginners". DroneDJ. Retrieved 13 November 2025.
- ^ a b c Han, Jakub (14 January 2025). "DJI Flip Drone Announced – New Folding Design with Focus on Camera". CineD. Retrieved 13 November 2025.
- ^ a b McNabb, Miriam (14 January 2025). "DJI Launches DJI Flip: A Compact Vlog Camera Drone for Safe and Stunning Aerial Photography". DRONELIFE. Retrieved 13 November 2025.
- ^ a b c d e Hollister, Sean (14 January 2025). "DJI Flip official: the unique bicycle spoke folding drone starts at $439". The Verge. Retrieved 13 November 2025.
- ^ a b Schneider, Jaron (14 January 2025). "DJI's Flip Combines the Ease of the Neo With the Image Quality of the Mini". PetaPixel. Retrieved 13 November 2025.
- ^ a b c Kieldsen, Sam (28 January 2025). "The DJI Flip Drone Is Small, Collapsible, and Impressively Capable". WIRED. Retrieved 13 November 2025.
- ^ a b Singh, Ishveena (9 January 2025). "DJI Flip drone arrives January 14: Everything we know so far". DroneDJ. Retrieved 13 November 2025.
- ^ a b Photography, Shawn Air (4 June 2025). "DJI Flip - Six-Month Long-Term Drone Review". Retrieved 13 November 2025.
- ^ "I tested the new DJI Flip drone and here's what I like (and don't) about it". Space. 14 January 2025. Retrieved 13 November 2025.
- ^ "DJI Flip Review". PCMAG. 14 January 2025. Retrieved 13 November 2025.
- ^ "DJI Flip - Specs - DJI". DJI Official. Retrieved 13 November 2025.