DJI Air 3S Fly More Combo (RC-N3)

DJI Air 3S Fly More Combo (RC-N3) Summary

With up to 45 minutes flight time per battery and three batteries included, the DJI Air 3S Fly More Combo (RC-N3) is ideal for aerial content creators who need extended time in the air. The Air 3S comes with a dual camera setup, which offers the versatility to capture wide scenes and medium telephoto environmental portraits or action.

This RC-N3 combo also includes the Air 3S ND Filter Set (ND8/32/128), enabling more advanced pilots to balance brighter conditions, create cinematic content and capture long exposures with the drone. It also comes with an Air 3 Series Battery Charging Hub, which charges all three batteries in sequence, plus a shoulder bag, and spare low-noise propellers, which is inline with DJI’s excellent combo kits.

The drone is designed primarily for travel content creators who want to capture aerial photos and videos, and features a 1-inch CMOS primary camera and a 70mm medium telephoto lens. Both capture up to 14 stops of dynamic range and are capable of recording 4K/60fps HDR and 4K/120fps, for captivating aerial movies.

Sample image Aerial road @8.67mm. Exposure: 1/32000 sec. f/1.8. ISO 100

A new Free Panorama mode allows for easy panos, and the drone is safer than ever thanks to DJI’s first ever Forward-Facing LiDAR, which forms part of the multi-directional obstacle sensing, which now works for night flights along with Next-Gen Smart RTH.

Key DJI Air 3S Fly More Combo (RC-N3) Features

• Incudes extra batteries, an ND filters set, Shoulder Bag, Battery Charging Hub and more
• Dual-Camera 4K/60fps HDR Video with up to 14 Stops of Dynamic Range (in Auto mode)
• 1-inch 50 megapixel CMOS Primary Camera with 24mm lens
• 1/1.3-inch 48MP CMOS medium tele camera with 70mm lens
• Up to 4K/60fps HDR and 4K/120fps video recording
• 10-bit D-Log M colour mode
• Use your phone with the included DJI RC-N3
• Seamless and detailed Free Panorama
• Nightscape Omnidirectional Obstacle Sensing [1]
• Next-Gen Smart RTH With Enhanced Precision
• Up to 45-Min Flight Time
• Up to 20km Video Transmission

Key DJI RC-N3 Remote Controller Features

• Max Operating Time: Approx. 3.5 hours (Without charging any mobile device)
• Charging Time: Approx. 2 hours
• Weight: Approx. 320g
• Dimensions: 104.2 x 150 x 45.2 mm (LxWxH)

DJI Air 3S Fly More Combo (RC-N3) in More Detail

DJI RC-N3 Remote Controller

The RC-N3 phone holder secures your mobile, allowing you to view high-definition camera feed in real-time via the DJI Fly app on your mobile device.

Dual Cameras for superior imaging

The DJI Air 3S is equipped with a dual-camera system that includes a 1-inch-CMOS primary camera and a 1/1.3-inch-CMOS medium telephoto camera, which are both designed to elevate your aerial photography.

The primary camera boasts a larger sensor and a 24mm wide-angle lens, which is perfect for capturing wider landscapes with sharp detail and an impressive field of view. Meanwhile, the 70mm medium telephoto camera is ideal for environmental portraits and vehicle shots, offering a compressed depth of field for a cinematic look that emphasises your subject.

Sample image Environmental portrait @8.67mm. Exposure: 1/640 sec. f/1.8. ISO 100

1″ CMOS Primary Wide-Angle Camera

• 50 MP Resolution
• 3.2μm Pixel Size
• 24mm Equivalent Focal Length
• f/1.8 Aperture

1/1.3″ CMOS Medium Telephoto Camera

• 48 MP Resolution
• 2.4μm Pixel Size
• 70mm Equivalent Focal Length
• f/2.8 Aperture

1″ CMOS Primary Camera With Exceptional Detail for Travel Photography

A 50MP 1-inch CMOS sensor excels in capturing stunning detail for travel photography. It is capable of 4K/60fps HDR and 4K/120fps video recording, and also supports 10-bit D-Log M colour mode for flexibility during post-production.

Thanks to advanced image processing and smart algorithms, this large sensor retains even the smallest details in low-light situations such as sunsets and nightscapes, delivering stunning results from every scene.

Video capabilities

Free Panorama Mode

DJI Air 3S comes with a versatile Free Panorama mode which features on both its primary and medium tele cameras. This lets you effortlessly stitch multiple images together to create seamless panoramic photos by selecting your subject or scene manually.

The wide-angle camera, with its broader field of view, enhances the efficiency of panoramic captures, while the medium tele camera minimises distortion, ensuring rich detail and expansive shots. With its extended focal length, the medium tele camera brings a fresh perspective to your panoramic creations.

The Air 3S also includes fan-favourite modes such as 2.7K vertical shooting, MasterShots, QuickShots, Hyperlapse, and more, packing a vast creative toolkit into one portable drone.

Sample image Bridge in low light @19.35mm. Exposure: 1/25 sec. f/2.8. ISO 200

Omnidirectional Vision Sensing System

An Advanced Pilot Assistance Systems (APAS) ensures enhanced safety during flight for the Air 3S. It's also the first DJI drone to feature forward-facing LiDAR technology, along with downward infrared time-of-flight (ToF) sensors and six vision sensors (positioned at the front, rear, and bottom).

The Air 3S automatically detects and navigates around obstacles such as buildings on its flight and return paths, ensuring safety during nighttime aerial photography.

Nightscape Omnidirectional Obstacle Sensing

The DJI Air 3S offers nightscape omnidirectional obstacle sensing [1], enhancing its ability to navigate safely even in low-light environments. Thanks to next-gen Smart RTH, the drone can map out its flight path using real-time vision positioning and mapping technologies, allowing it to safely return from places with limited satellite signals, such as a balcony. [2]

Next-Gen Smart RTH

With forward-facing LiDAR and low-light vision sensors, the Air 3S can detect obstacles like tall buildings, then automatically adjust its altitude to avoid them, ensuring a safer return, which is particularly useful during nighttime flights.

Sample image Bridge in low light @19.35mm. Exposure: 0.6 sec. f/2.8. ISO 200

Enhanced Vision Assist

With Vision Assist, the drone features an additional downward view, complementing the front, rear, left, and right vision systems. This helps pilots gain a comprehensive understanding of their surroundings for safer and more controlled flying.

Waypoint Flight and Cruise Control

Advanced features like Waypoint Flight and Cruise Control allow users to pre-program flight paths and camera actions. This unlocks creative freedom, letting you lock control stick inputs and focus on capturing the perfect shot time and time again.

ActiveTrack 360° for Seamless Framing

The ActiveTrack 360° feature keeps your subject perfectly in frame, automatically planning the best flight path based on the environment. This intelligent feature ensures that your subject remains the focal point, creating stronger and more engaging shots.

Stay Focused

A new Subject Focusing feature arrives with the DJI Air 3S, which ensures that your subject remains sharply in focus, even during manual flight or when they move off-centre. This allows you to focus on the creative aspects of a scene, like composition and movement, without worrying about losing sharpness where it counts.

Air 3S Sample image Nightscape @8.67mm. Exposure: 2.0 sec. f/1.8. ISO 100

Extended Flight and Transmission Distance

With up to 45 minutes of flight time*, the DJI Air 3S gives you ample time to scout locations, frame your shots, and capture multiple takes. It offers extended airtime, so you can maximise your creative potential without rushing to get the job done. This combo includes three batteries in total, providing ample time even when you’re out in the back country or away from a charger.

* Measured by DJI Air 3S flying forward at a constant speed of 32.4 kph in a windless environment at sea level, with Obstacle Avoidance Action set to Brake, in photo mode, and from 100% battery level until 0%. Data is for reference only. Always pay attention to reminders in the app during your flight.

10-bit O4 Video Transmission

Using DJI’s O4 FHD video transmission technology, the Air 3S provides 10-bit video at 1080p/60fps, delivering smooth and vibrant live feeds over distances of up to 20 kilometres. You can expect reliable and responsive control, resulting in an enhanced flight experience overall.

DJI Cellular Dongle 2 Compatibility

The DJI Air 3S supports the DJI Cellular Dongle 2, which can be directly inserted into the drone for seamless integration. When the O4 signal faces obstructions or interference, you can rely on 4G connectivity for stable video transmission and control, reducing the chances of disconnection and enhancing flight safety.

Always Ready with 42GB Built-in Storage

42GB of internal storage is built-in, giving you the flexibility to start shooting right away without the need for a microSD card. This large storage capacity ensures you're always prepared to capture footage, no matter the circumstances.

Off-State QuickTransfers

With Off-State QuickTransfers, you can seamlessly transfer files from your Air 3S to your smartphone, even when the drone is powered off. Additionally, you can connect the drone to a computer via a USB cable to copy over files, all while the drone remains off.

Battery Charging Hub with Power Accumulation

The Battery Charging Hub supports PD fast charging and includes a power accumulation feature, allowing you to transfer the remaining charge from multiple low-power batteries into the one with the highest charge, maximising your flight time.

Three options to choose between:

1. DJI Air 3S Drone (RC-N3) – Use your smartphone to check the live feed and flight status together with the included standard DJI RC-N3 remote controller.
2. DJI Air 3S Fly More Combo (RC-N3) – This combo includes the DJI RC-N3 remote controller, an ND filter set, two additional Air 3S batteries, a battery charging hub, shoulder bag and more.
3. DJI Air 3S Fly More Combo (RC 2) – The DJI RC2 included in this combo has a 5.5-inch 1080p 700-nit high-bright screen, plus all of the drone accessories that came with the RC-N3 combo noted above.

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What’s in the box

• DJI Air 3S x1
• DJI RC-N3 Remote Controller x1
• DJI RC-N3/N2/N1 RC Cable (USB-C Connector) x1
• DJI RC-N3/N2/N1 RC Cable (Lightning Connector) x1
• DJI Air 3S Intelligent Flight Battery x3
• DJI Air 3 Series Spare Low-Noise Propellers (Pair) x3
• DJI Air 3S Gimbal Protector x1
• Documents (QSG and Safety Guidelines) x1
• Type-C to Type-C PD Cable x1
• DJI Shoulder Bag x1
• DJI Air 3S ND Filter Set (ND8/32/128) x1
• DJI Air 3 Series Battery Charging Hub x1

DJI Air 3S Specifications

NOTES:

[1] Conditions for enabling nightscape omnidirectional obstacle sensing: The drone's front, back, left, right, or top sides are within range of surfaces with discernible textures with illuminance that exceeds 1 lux. Similarly, the ground below is textured and diffusely reflective with a reflectivity above 20% (such as walls, trees, or people), also in lighting conditions with illuminance higher than 1 lux. DO NOT fly in severe weather conditions, such as in strong winds (wind speed of 12 m/s or more), snow, rain, lightning, or fog. DO NOT fly the aircraft 6,000 m (19,685 ft.) or higher above sea level. DO NOT fly the aircraft in environments where the temperature is below -10° C (14° F) or above 40° C (104° F). DO NOT take off from moving objects, such as cars or boats. DO NOT fly close to reflective surfaces such as water or snow. Otherwise, the vision system may not work correctly. When GNSS signals are weak, fly the aircraft in well-lit environments: the drone's front, back, left, right, and top sides are within range of surfaces with discernible textures with illuminance that exceeds 10 lux. Similarly, the ground below is textured and diffusely reflective with a reflectivity above 20%, also in lighting conditions with illuminance higher than 10 lux. The vision system may not work properly in dim environments. DO NOT fly near areas with magnetic or radio interference. Familiar magnetic or radio interference sources include Wi-Fi hotspots, routers, Bluetooth devices, high-voltage lines, large-scale power transmission stations, radar stations, mobile base stations, and broadcasting towers. Avoid sand entering the aircraft when taking off in desert or beach areas. Fly the aircraft in open areas away from crowds. Buildings, mountains, and trees may block the GNSS signal and affect the onboard compass.

[2] Conditions for memorising flight paths: The drone's front, back, left, right, and top sides are within range of surfaces with discernible textures with illuminance that exceeds 10 lux. Similarly, the ground below is textured and diffusely reflective with a reflectivity above 20% (such as walls, trees, or people), also in lighting conditions with illuminance higher than 10 lux. If the drone is taking off from a balcony, ensure the usable space is at least 2 meters by 2 meters, and the height above ground is less than 30 meters to ensure a safe return to home.