This is a strange comparison. Why would you want to compare the Inspire 1 with the Inspire 3? And miss out the 2? Well it’s a valid question but I’m going to look at all three. An Inspire 1 is now well under £1,000 (and we still sell them). An Inspire 2 I would expect to be dropping to around £1,00 to £1,500 within the not too distant future and how much is an Inspire 3 I hear you ask. The last time I saw it was around 16,000 US Dollars or around £13,500 GB Pounds (and around 14,000 euros plus) How can you compare something with such a different price tag? Well they both fly, they both take great photographs and video. And in optimal daylight conditions I bet there is an overlap of probably 70% of the footage that the average person would not know any difference.
But if that 30% of the time that you fly is going to earn you 90% of of your income then absolutely it is worth the upgrade. If you need to fly in tight spaces then again the Inspire 3 is for you as it has a zillion anti avoidance sensors. The cameras are an enormous upgrade too.
IN SHORT :
I just want to fly and have fun with a ‘big bird’ and take ‘awesome’ footage for my own use or very light commercial use – The DJI Inspire 1 is for you!
I need to use it commercially for clients requiring much better quality images suitabke for broadcast – The Inspire 2 is for you!
I need to shoot the new ‘James Bond’ with it. The production company insists that I use the new Inspire 3 – Go for it!
Just Comparing to the Inspire 1, the Inspire 2 had several significant improvements. These include:
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Improved camera: The Inspire 2 is compatible with several different camera options, including the Zenmuse X5S and X7, which have larger sensors and better image quality than the Zenmuse X3 and X5 used with the Inspire 1.
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Faster speed and longer flight time: The Inspire 2 can reach speeds of up to 67mph (108km/h) and has a maximum flight time of 27 minutes, compared to the Inspire 1’s top speed of 50mph (80km/h) and flight time of up to 21 minutes. These are a little like car manufacturers fuel consumptions though. Half them for real life conditions and then add a bit more in ten minutes of flying you generally get what you need in most circimstances before wanting to bring the bird back for a break.
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Improved obstacle avoidance: The Inspire 2 has advanced obstacle avoidance sensors on its front, bottom, and top, which can help prevent collisions with obstacles during flight. The Inspire 1 only had one underneath and it wouldn’t stop you from a hard landing.
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Better control and stability: The Inspire 2 features an updated control system, which includes a new dual-operator mode that allows one person to pilot the drone while another controls the camera. It also has improved stability in windy conditions, thanks to its larger and more powerful motors. That was the official line but of course the Inspire 1 has this too.
Overall, the Inspire 2 is a significant upgrade over the Inspire 1 in terms of camera quality, speed, flight time, obstacle avoidance, and control. However, it also comes with a far higher price tag, making it a better fit for professional filmmakers and commercial operators who require advanced features and capabilities.
•Sensor Size: Full-frame
•Max Video Resolution: 8K/75fps ProRes RAW
•Native ISO: Dual native ISO 800/4000
•Dynamic Range: 14+ Stops
•Supported Lenses: DL 18/24/35/50
•Shooting Mode: Tilt Boost and 360° Pan
•FPV Camera sensor: 1/1.8-inch. 161°
•Tilt Descent Speed: Max 10 m/s
•Vertical Ascent Speed: Max 8 m/s
•Max Flight Time: Approx. 28 min
•Max Speed: Approx. 94 Km/h
•Propellers: Foldable propellers
•Positioning Accuracy: Centimeter level
•Transmission Range: Max 15 km
•Live View Quality: FPV Camera: Up to 1080p/60fps
•Initial Price: $16,500
•Sensor Size: Super 35
•Max Video Resolution: 6K/30fps ProRes RAW
•Native ISO: 400
•Dynamic Range: 14+ Stops
•Supported Lenses: DL 18/24/35/50
•Shooting Mode: 360° Pan
•FPV Camera sensor: 1/7.5-inch, 84°
•Tilt Descent Speed: Max 9 m/s
•Vertical Ascent Speed: Max 6 m/s
•Max Flight Time: Approx. 23 min
•Max Speed: Approx. 94 Km/h
•Propellers: Non-foldable propellers
•Positioning Accuracy: Meter level
•Transmission Range: Max 7 km
•Live View Quality: FPV Camera: Up to 480p/30fps
Aircraft
| Model | T600 |
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| Weight (Battery Included) | 2935 g |
| Hovering Accuracy (GPS mode) | Vertical: 0.5 m Horizontal: 2.5 m |
| Max Angular Velocity | Pitch: 300°/s Yaw: 150°/s |
| Max Tilt Angle | 35° |
| Max Ascent Speed | 5 m/s |
| Max Descent Speed | 4 m/s |
| Max Speed | 22 m/s (ATTI mode, no wind) |
| Max Service Ceiling Above Sea Level | 4500 m (Default altitude limit: 120 m above takeoff point) |
| Max Wind Speed Resistance | 10 m/s |
| Max Flight Time | Approximately 18 minutes |
| Motor Model | DJI 3510H |
| Propeller Model | DJI 1345T |
| Indoor Hovering | Enabled by default |
| Operating Temperature Range | -10° to 40° C |
| Diagonal Distance | 559 to 581 mm |
| Dimensions | 438x451x301 mm |
| Power Spectral Density | 9.06mW/MHz |
Camera
| Name | X3 |
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| Model | FC350 |
| Total Pixels | 12.76M |
| Effective Pixels | 12.4M |
| Image Max Size | 4000×3000 |
| ISO Range | 100-3200 (video) 100-1600 (photo) |
| Electronic Shutter Speed | 8s － 1/8000s |
| FOV (Field of View) | 94° |
| CMOS | 1/2.3” CMOS |
| Lens | 20mm (35mm format equivalent)f/2.8 focus at ∞ 9 Elements in 9 groups Anti-distortion |
| Still Photography Modes | Single shoot Burst shooting: 3/5/7 frames Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 3/5 bracketed frames at 0.7EV Bias Time-lapse |
| Video Recording Modes | UHD (4K): 4096x2160p24/25, 3840x2160p24/25/30 FHD: 1920x1080p24/25/30/48/50/60 HD: 1280x720p24/25/30/48/50/60 |
| Max Bitrate of Video Storage | 60 Mbps |
| Supported File Formats | FAT32/exFAT Photo: JPEG, DNG Video: MP4/MOV (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) |
| Supported SD Card Types | Micro SD Max capacity: 64 GB. Class 10 or UHS-1 rating required. |
| Operating Temperature Range | 0° to 40° C |
Charger
| Model | A14-100P1A |
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| Voltage | 26.3 V |
| Rated Power | 100 W |
Battery (Optional)
| Name | Intelligent Flight Battery |
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| Model | TB48 |
| Capacity | 5700 mAh |
| Voltage | 22.8 V |
| Battery Type | LiPo 6S |
| Energy | 129.96 Wh |
| Net Weight | 670 g |
| Operating Temperature Range | -10° to 40° C |
| Storage Temperature Range | Less than 3 months: -20 to 45° C More than 3 months: 22° to 28° C |
| Charging Temperature Range | 0° to 40° C |
| Max Charging Power | 180 W |
DJI GO App
| Mobile Device System Requirements | iOS 8.0 or later, Android 4.1.2 or later |
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Notas
| Los términos HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface (Interfaz multimedia de alta definición), HDMI Trade Dress (diseño e imagen comercial HDMI) y los logotipos HDMI son marcas comerciales o marcas registradas de HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.
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Gimbal
| Model | ZENMUSE X3 |
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| Operating Current | Station: 750 mA Motion: 900 mA |
| Angular Vibration Range | ±0.03° |
| Mounting | Detachable |
| Controllable Range | Pitch: -90° to +30° Pan: ±320° |
| Mechanical Range | Pitch: -125° to +45° Pan: ±330° |
| Max Controllable Speed | Pitch: 120°/s Pan: 180°/s |
Remote Controller
| Name | C1 |
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| Operating Frequency | 922.7~927.7 MHz (Japan Only) 5.725~5.825 GHz 2.400~2.483 GHz |
| Maximum Transmitting Distance | Up to 5 km or 3.1 miles (unobstructed, free of interference) when FCC compliant Up to 3.5 km or 2.1 miles (unobstructed, free of interference) when CE compliant |
| EIRP | 10dBm@900m, 13dBm@5.8G, 20dBm@2.4G |
| Video Output Port | USB, mini-HDMI |
| Power Supply | Built-in battery |
| Charging | DJI charger |
| Dual User Capability | Host-and-Slave connection |
| Mobile Device Holder | Tablet or Phone |
| Max Mobile Device Width | 170mm |
| Output Power | 9 W |
| Operating Temperature Range | -10° to 40° C |
| Storage Temperature Range | Less than 3 months: -20° to 45° C More than 3 months: 22° to 28° C |
| Charging Temperature Range | 0-40° C |
| Battery | 6000 mAh LiPo 2S |
Battery (Standard)
| Name | Intelligent Flight Battery |
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| Model | TB47 |
| Capacity | 4500 mAh |
| Voltage | 22.2 V |
| Battery Type | LiPo 6S High voltage battery |
| Energy | 99.9 Wh |
| Net Weight | 570 g |
| Operating Temperature Range | -10° to 40° C |
| Storage Temperature Range | Less than 3 months: -20° to 45° C More than 3 months: 22° C to 28° C |
| Charging Temperature Range | 5° to 40° C |
| Max Charging Power | 180 W |
Vision Positioning
| Velocity Range | Below 8 m/s (2 m above ground) |
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| Altitude Range | 5-500 cm |
| Operating Environment | Brightly lit (lux > 15) patterned surfaces |
| Operating Range | 0-300 cm |
| The Inspire 1has been certified by Apple in their Works with iMovie and Works with Final Cut Pro X programs, so you can edit 4K without worry whether you are a professional or shooting for fun. |
Tutorial
Introduction
Firmware
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Inspire 1 Firmware v01.11.01.50 (X3)2017-07-10
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How to Update Firmware v1.42015-10-22
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How to Update Firmware v1.42015-10-22
Software & Drivers
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Dlog to sRGB 3DLUT2016-05-12
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Dlog to sRGB 3DLUT User Instruction2016-05-12
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Inspire 1/ Phantom 3/ X5 LOG mode Transcoding Tool v1.0.02015-12-07
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Inspire 1/ Phantom 3/ X5 LOG mode Transcoding Tool v0.9.22015-10-20
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DJI DNG Cleaner v1.12015-04-10
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Charging Hub Upgrader v1.12015-09-09
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Inspire 1/Phantom 3/ X5 Transcoding Tool v0.9.22015-10-20
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DJI DNG Cleaner v1.12015-04-10
APP / LIVE VIEW
iOS Version v3.1.62. Requiere iOS 8.0 o superior. Compatible con iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPod touch 6,iPad Pro, iPad Air, iPad Air Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 2 Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 3, iPad mini 3 Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 4, and iPad mini 4 Wi-Fi + Cellular. Optimizada para iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus.
Android Version v3.1.59. Requiere Android 4.4 o posterior. Compatible con LG V20, VIVO X9, OPPO R11, Google Pixel, Nexus 6P, Huawei P9, Huawei MATE 9, Samsung Galaxy Tab S2, Samsung Galaxy S5, Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge, Samsung Galaxy S6, Samsung Galaxy S7, Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge, Samsung Galaxy S8, Samsung Galaxy S8+, Samsung Galaxy Note 8, Samsung Galaxy Note 5, MI 6, MI5.
*Compatible con dispositivos adicionales. Pruebas y desarrollo en proceso.
Documents & Manuals
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Inspire 1 Notas de Lanzamiento2017-07-10
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Inspire 1 Safety Guidelines and Disclaimer2016-01-07
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Inspire 1 Quick Start Guide (EN) v2.22015-06-01
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Inspire 1 User Manual (EN) v2.22017-07-12
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Inspire 1 Safety Guidelines v1.02014-12-31
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Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines v1.42016-01-04
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Charging Hub for Inspire 1 Intelligent Flight Batteries v1.02015-09-01
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Inspire 1 1345s Quick-Release Propellers Quick Start Guide2015-03-26
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1345 Propeller Locks Quick Start Guide2015-01-23
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1345LS Propeller Mounting Plate Kit User Guide2017-02-17
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Inspire 1 Maintenance Manual v1.02015-02-28
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Inspire 1 In the Box2014-12-31
- RC & Video Transmission
- 1.How do I solve a large margin mid-point error?
- 2.How long does it take to charge a remote controller?
- 3.What is the largest tablet that will fit in the remote controller’s mobile device mount?
- 4.Under which circumstances can the Inspire 1 transmit video over distances of 5 km? Does this require any specific configuration?
- 5.Is there any delay when transmitting video, if so, how long is the delay?
- 6.Can the HDMI port and the USB port transmit a video signal at the same time?
- 7.What is the maximum allowable distance between the master remote controller and the slave remote controller?
- 8.How many slave remote controllers can be connected at the same time?
- Camera & Gimbal
- 1.How can I eliminate the fisheye effect in my pictures and videos?
- 2.Can the tilt and pan of the camera be controlled through the DJI GO app?
- 3.How many bytes per minute does shooting a 4K video generate? How much video can a 16GB SD card hold?
- 4.Why does the video sometimes seem blurry, even when shooting under normal indoor lighting conditions?
- 5.Is it normal for the integrated camera fan to occasionally start and/or stop after turning on the Inspire 1?
- Battery
- 1.Can I carry the Inspire 1 Intelligent Flight Battery on a commercial airplane?
- 2.How do I check the total remaining life of my battery?
- 3.Is there an auto-discharge function for the Inspire 1 Intelligent Flight Battery? To what extent should I discharge the battery?
- 4.Why is a full charge/discharge needed after every 20 battery cycles?
- Using the app
- 1.Can the Inspire 1 sync photos and videos to a mobile device through app, in the same way that the Phantom 2 Vision+ can?
- 2.What does the ‘Star’ button on the app’s Camera page do?
- 3.Do I need to register on the DJI GO app?
- Miscellaneous
- 1.Why does it seem like some frames are lost when shooting 4K video?
- 2.The connection of the Inspire 1’s arms to the landing gear seems a bit loose. Is this normal?
- 3.How can I be sure that my Intelligent Flight Battery is an official DJI battery?
- 4.Are the two remote controllers the same? Should I setup the remote controllers in the app or somewhere else to control the camera and aircraft separately?
- 5.Can I upgrade and buy a second remote controller if I only buy a single remote controller now?
- 6.How big is the Inspire 1?
- 7.What flight controller does the Inspire 1 use?
- 8.Which motors and propellers does the Inspire 1 come with?
- 9.Does the Inspire 1 have a SD card included?
- 10.How can I put a GO Pro camera on the Inspire 1?
- 11.Is the camera’s exposure automatic?
- 12.How much weight can the Inspire 1 carry without its included camera?
- 13.Can I see the size of images through the app?
- 14.Do you have an LCD monitor available for the Inspire 1?
- 15.How long does it take to charge the battery? Does it comes with a charger?
- 16.Can the mobile device holder be used on the Phantom 2 series remote controller?
- 17.Where can I find info on the simulation application that plugs into the trainer port? Can you suggest a simulation program?
- 18.When will ground station functionality be available?