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DJI · Released 2023

DJI Air 3 review

Two cameras and a class-leading 46-minute flight time.

Verdict: A great value if you find it well below the Air 3S.

Check price on Amazon$1,000–$2,000 · check current stock

What we like

  • ✓Dual camera with 3× medium tele
  • ✓Up to 46 minutes per battery
  • ✓Very stable in wind

What we don't

  • ✕Requires FAA registration
  • ✕Superseded by the Air 3S
  • ✕Bigger to pack

Who should buy the DJI Air 3?

Buy it if: Creators who want a telephoto lens and long flights, often at a discount.

Skip it if: People who need to stay under 250 g.

DJI Air 3 specs

Weight
720 g
Max flight time
46 min
Video
4K/60fps HDR, 4K/100fps slow-mo
Sensor
2× 1/1.3" CMOS (wide + 3× tele)
Photo resolution
48 MP
Obstacle sensing
Omnidirectional
Max range (FCC)
20 km
Stabilization
3-axis
Controller
DJI RC-N2 or DJI RC 2 (screen)
FAA registration (recreational)
Required (250 g or more)
Typical price
$1,000–$2,000

Manufacturer specs. Real-world flight time is usually 20–25% lower. Sold in the US under an FCC authorization granted before the December 2025 Covered List action — what that means.

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