FAQ

DJI Air 3S has comprehensive improvements in the camera system, vision sensing system, intelligent features, and video transmission system. The main improvements include:
1. DJI Air 3S is equipped with an upgraded 1-inch CMOS primary camera, utilizing a new image-processing platform with a video dynamic range of up to 14 stops*. It supports up to 4K/120fps video recording**. Additionally, its wide-angle and medium tele cameras support the new Free panorama feature, which allows flexible shooting-range selections.
2. DJI Air 3S features new forward-facing LiDAR, supporting nightscape omnidirectional obstacle sensing*** and next-gen Smart RTH. It can actively identify and avoid obstacles, such as buildings along the flight and return paths, ensuring safer urban nightscape photography. It can also memorize flight paths in well-lit conditions, enabling quick takeoffs and safe returns even without satellite signals****.
3. DJI Air 3S adopts the O4 video transmission system, offering more stable signals, stronger anti-interference capabilities, and better image quality.

^{* 14 stops of dynamic range are achievable for video on Auto mode but not for vertical or slow-motion video.
** 4K/120fps video recording is only supported in Slow Motion mode. *** This feature is only effective on surfaces with discernible textures and in lighting conditions exceeding 1 lux. Refer to the official DJI website or the product's user manual for details.
**** This feature is only effective on surfaces with discernible textures and in lighting conditions exceeding 10 lux. Refer to the official DJI website or the product's user manual for details.}

DJI Air 3S is C1 certified by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).

With DJI RC-N3:
Connect your mobile device (connected to the internet) with the remote controller, and then connect to DJI Air 3S via the DJI Fly app. Follow the instructions in the app to activate DJI Air 3S.

With DJI RC 2:
When using DJI RC 2 for the first time, connect to the internet via Wi-Fi or a smartphone hotspot, and then follow the instructions in the DJI Fly app to activate the device. After activating DJI RC 2, connect it with DJI Air 3S via the DJI Fly app, and then follow the instructions in the app to activate the aircraft.

No. Avoid contact with water during use, as it may damage the device.
If it rains during the flight, return and land as soon as possible, and wait until the aircraft is fully dry inside and out before using it again.

DJI Air 3S can only be used with the DJI Fly app. You can download the latest version of DJI Fly from the DJI Air 3S Downloads page on the official DJI website.

^{If you use DJI RC 2 as the remote controller, it comes with the pre-installed DJI Fly app.}

1. Dirt and debris can lead to false obstacle detection. Keep the forward-facing LiDAR clean to ensure accurate obstacle sensing.
2. The LiDAR works automatically in moderately lit environments, but it will not function properly in bright light. Pay attention to ambient light conditions to maintain safe flight operations.

1. Enhanced Nighttime Obstacle Sensing: Even in extremely dark conditions where the ambient light is less than 1 lux and the vision sensing system becomes ineffective, the forward-facing LiDAR can still provide forward obstacle sensing for the drone. This ensures that the drone can detect obstacles and perform timely stops at night.
2. Safer Nighttime RTH: During nighttime return-to-home operations, if the vision sensing system is ineffective, the drone can use the forward-facing LiDAR to sense forward obstacles and navigate upwards to avoid them*, making the return flight safer.

^{* If the drone reaches its altitude limit while ascending around obstacles, it will hover at that height.}

Both the wide-angle camera and medium tele camera support vertical shooting (9:16), and a max video resolution is 2.7K/60fps.

Compared with the camera module of DJI Air 3, DJI Air 3S has the following major improvements:
1. DJI Air 3S features an upgraded 1-inch CMOS primary camera, a new image-processing platform to enhance overall image quality, and provides a video dynamic range of up to 14 stops*.
2. DJI Air 3S supports slow-motion video recording at 1080p/240fps and 4K/120fps**.
3. DJI Air 3S introduces a new Subject Focusing feature, which can quickly and intelligently recognize the subject and maintain continuous and accurate focus.
4. The wide-angle and medium tele cameras of DJI Air 3S support the new Free panorama feature, which allows flexible shooting-range selections.
5. DJI Air 3S employs next-gen intelligent algorithms to significantly improve photo quality.
6. DJI Air 3S increases the video ISO limits: the maximum ISO in normal color mode is raised from 6,400 to 12,800***, and in D-Log M and HLG color modes, the maximum ISO is increased from 1,600 to 3,200.

^{* 14 stops of dynamic range are achievable for video on Auto mode but not for vertical or slow-motion video.
** Only supported in Slow Motion mode.
*** The maximum ISO for slow-motion video remains at 6,400.}

Keep the antennas facing the aircraft during flight for optimal transmission.

DJI Air 3S currently supports three remote controllers: DJI RC-N3, DJI RC-N2, and DJI RC 2.

Yes. The USB-C port supports up to 9V/3A power input (with a 9V/3A charger). It takes 1.5 hours at the fastest speed to fully charge the battery.

You can customize the C1/C2 button of DJI RC 2 in the DJI Fly app for more convenient control.

No.

In different environments, the wireless interference level is different, and the max transmission distance will vary.

Unobstructed:
Strong Interference: Urban landscape, approx. 1.5-4 km
Medium Interference: Suburban landscape, approx. 4-10 km
Low Interference: Suburb/Seaside, approx. 10-20 km

Obstructed:
Low Interference and Obstructed by Buildings: Approx. 0-0.5 km
Low Interference and Obstructed by Trees: Approx. 0.5-3 km

^{Measured under FCC standard in obstructed or unobstructed environments with typical interference. Used for reference purposes only and provides no guarantee for actual transmission distance.}

When the aircraft is connected to the remote controller and a new firmware version is available, the DJI Fly app will send you a firmware update prompt. You can follow the instructions to update the firmware for the aircraft, remote controller, battery, and other devices.
You can also update via the DJI Assistant 2 (Consumer Drones Series) software on a computer. The latest version of the software can be downloaded from the DJI Air 3S Downloads page on the official DJI website.

1. The battery level of the aircraft or remote controller is below 20%.
2. The aircraft or the remote controller is powered off during an update. If this happens, restart the aircraft and remote controller and try again.
3. The network is disconnected during a firmware download.
4. Your smartphone interface is switched to other apps during a firmware download.

^{The aircraft will restart multiple times during an update and automatically power off after completing the update.}

The Battery Charging Hub supports the new power accumulation and external discharge functions.
Power Accumulation: When you insert two or more batteries, you can long-press the function button to initiate the process where lower-charged batteries transfer their power to the higher-charged one. This helps concentrate the remaining power, providing you with longer effective flight time.
External Discharge: The battery's power can be output through the USB-C port to devices such as smartphones and tablets at up to 82 watts.

^{* Do not connect the charger, connect external devices, or insert/remove any batteries during power accumulation.}

Yes. However, to ensure charging efficiency, we recommended using the DJI 65W Portable Charger, DJI 100W USB-C Power Adapter, or other chargers with a power output of 60 watts or above that support the PD protocol.

DJI Air 3S is compatible with the DJI Air 3 Low-Noise Propellers, DJI Air 3 Battery Charging Hub, and DJI Air 3 Intelligent Flight Battery*.
For details, refer to the product compatibility list for the corresponding accessories at the official online DJI Store.

^{* Note: When using the DJI Air 3 Intelligent Flight Battery, DJI Air 3S does not support the Off-State QuickTransfer feature.}