DJI Neo
Vlogging, Beginner Drone Flying, Casual Aerial Photography, Social Media Content Creation, Indoor Flying, Travel Selfies
Overview
The DJI Neo is DJI's lightest and most accessible camera drone, released in September 2024, weighing just 135g with a 1/2-inch 12MP CMOS sensor capable of 4K/30fps video. It features palm takeoff and landing — no remote controller required — controlled entirely through the DJI Fly app with voice commands, subject tracking, and QuickShots for effortless social-media-ready clips. With DJI O4 10 km video transmission, 22 GB of internal storage, ~18 minute flight time, and a single-axis gimbal with RockSteady EIS, the Neo is purpose-built for beginners, vloggers, and casual users who want drone footage without the complexity of traditional piloting.
Key Highlights
- Ultra-light 135g design with palm takeoff and landing — no remote controller required for basic operation, making it the most accessible DJI drone for beginners and casual users
- 1/2-inch 12MP CMOS sensor with f/2.8 aperture and 117.6° FOV, capable of 4K/30fps video and 12MP stills with RockSteady EIS and HorizonBalancing stabilization
- DJI O4 video transmission with up to 10 km range (FCC), 1080p/60fps live feed, and 22 GB internal storage — no SD card needed, with Wi-Fi offload at 25 MB/s
- ~18 minute flight time with QuickShots, Voice Control, Subject Tracking, and Smart Return-to-Home — all accessible via the DJI Fly app without a dedicated remote
- Single-axis mechanical gimbal for smooth tilt shots, plus complete propeller guard coverage for safe indoor flying and close-proximity operation around people
Technical Specifications
| Brand | DJI |
|---|---|
| Model | DJI Neo |
| Camera Sensor | 1/2-inch CMOS, 12MP effective pixels |
| Video Resolution | EIS On: 4K/30fps H.265, 1080p/60fps; EIS Off: 4K/30fps (4:3), 1080p/60fps; Vertical Shooting 1080p/60fps (9:16); Max 75Mbps bitrate |
| Lens | 14mm equivalent (117.6° FOV), f/2.8, focus 0.6m to ∞ |
| Gimbal | Single-axis mechanical gimbal (tilt), tilt -90° to +60°, max control speed 100°/s, angular vibration range ±0.01° |
| Flight Time | 18 min (standard battery), 17 min (with propeller guards), up to 18 min hovering |
| Max Speed | 8 m/s (Sport mode), 6 m/s (Normal mode), 0.5 m/s (Cine mode), 16 m/s (Manual mode) |
| Max Transmission Distance | 10 km (FCC), 6 km (CE/SRRC/MIC) |
| Transmission | DJI O4, 1080p/60fps live feed with RC-N3, ~120 ms latency |
| GNSS | GPS + Galileo + BeiDou |
| Obstacle Sensing | Downward visual positioning only (non-reflective surfaces, >15 lux); Precise Hovering Range 0.5-10 m; No forward/backward/upward obstacle sensing |
| Smart Features | Palm Takeoff and Landing, Voice Control, Subject Tracking, QuickShots (Circle, Rocket, Dronie), Smart Return-to-Home, Precision Landing, Vertical Video, RockSteady EIS, HorizonBalancing, Gyroflow support |
| Battery | 1435 mAh (7.3V nominal, 10.5 Wh), Li-ion 2S, ~45g; USB-C PD charging (15W direct) ~50 min to 100%; DJI 65W Portable Charger supported; Two-Way Charging Hub charges 3 batteries simultaneously ~60 min (with 60W charger) |
| Max Wind Resistance | 8 m/s (Level 4) |
| Max Takeoff Altitude | 2000 m |
| Internal Storage | 22 GB |
| Max SD Card | None (internal storage only, no SD card expansion) |
| Operating Temperature | -10° to 40° C (14° to 104° F) |
| Weight | 135 g (drone with standard battery) |
| Dimensions | 104.2 × 150 × 45.2 mm (L × W × H) |