The DJI Avata 2 shoots very good FPV video for its class: a 1/1.3-inch, 12 MP sensor behind a 155-degree f/2.8 lens, 4K at up to 60 fps (100 fps in 16:9), 10-bit D-Log M and up to 130 Mbps. Footage is sharp and stable in daylight thanks to RockSteady and HorizonSteady stabilization. Photos are its weak point: 12 MP JPEG only, with no RAW.
Video quality
| Mode | Frame rates |
|---|---|
| 4K 4:3 (3840×2880) | 30, 50, 60 fps |
| 4K 16:9 (3840×2160) | 30, 50, 60, 100 fps |
| 2.7K 16:9 | 30, 50, 120 fps |
| 1080p | 30, 50, 120 fps |
- 4:3 recording captures a taller frame, useful for reframing, vertical crops and Gyroflow stabilization.
- D-Log M keeps highlight and shadow detail for grading. Standard gives finished-looking color. See Avata 2 LUT.
- Bitrate up to 130 Mbps in H.264 or H.265.
- FOV modes: Normal, Wide and Ultra-Wide. Ultra-Wide gives the most immersive look; Normal reduces distortion.
Stabilization
RockSteady 3.0+ smooths shakes and is on by default. HorizonSteady keeps the horizon level through rolls, for a calmer, more cinematic look. You can also turn EIS off and stabilize later in Gyroflow, which DJI supports when you record in the Wide FOV. That route keeps the most image and gives you control over smoothing. See edit FPV footage with Gyroflow.
Photo quality
The Avata 2 shoots single 12 MP JPEGs (4000×3000 at 4:3). There's no RAW, AEB or burst. Photos are fine for sharing but have little editing room. If stills matter, pull frames from 4K video or use a camera drone like the Air 3S, which shoots 50 MP RAW.
Low-light quality
In good light the image is clean. At dusk, noise rises quickly, and there's no Night mode. See Avata 2 at night.
How to get the best footage
- Use ND filters in daylight so the shutter sits near 1/120 at 60 fps. Motion looks smoother and less jittery. See Avata 2 ND filters.
- Lock white balance and exposure for each flight.
- Keep the lens clean. The wide front element picks up dust and fingerprints easily, and the drone is often flown close to the ground.
- Fly smooth lines. Even with stabilization, smooth stick or motion-controller input looks better than constant corrections.
How it compares
The Avata 2 is built for immersive flying, not still photography. Compared to a camera drone like the Air 3S, it has a much wider view, a smaller sensor and no RAW stills, but it can fly dives, flips and fly-throughs a camera drone can't. Compare options in Avata 2 vs Neo and Avata 2 vs Mini 5 Pro, or shop the DJI Avata 2.
Related guides
- DJI Air 3 photo and video quality: what to expect
- DJI Air 3S photo and video quality: what to expect
- Best DJI Avata 2 camera settings for photo and video
- DJI Avata 2 night mode and low-light video: what to expect
- DJI Flip photo and video quality: what to expect
- DJI Mavic 3 Classic photo and video quality: what to expect
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