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Inspire 1 vs Inspire 2

DJI Inspire 1DJI
Inspire 1

2014 · $1,499 today

6832
DJI Inspire 2DJI
Inspire 2

2016 · $2,599 today

7341
CameraFlight timeRangeStability & avoidancePortabilityValue
Inspire 1Inspire 2

Dashed outline = score at launch

Why Inspire 1 is better

  • Weight: 2935 g vs 3440 g(17% less)

Why Inspire 2 is better

  • Max Range: 7 km vs 2 km(3.5× more)
  • Max Speed: 58 mph vs 22 mph(2.6× more)
  • Battery Capacity: 4280 mAh x2 (dual) vs 4500 mAh(1.9× more)
  • Resolution: 20 MP (Zenmuse X5S) vs 12 MP(1.7× more)
  • Max Flight Time: 27 min vs 18 min(50% more)

Verdict

Inspire 2 leads outright in 4 of 6 dimensions today.

Spec by spec

SpecInspire 1Inspire 2
Camera
Resolution12 MP20 MP (Zenmuse X5S)
Max Video4K305.2K30 / CinemaDNG RAW
Gimbal Axes3-axis3-axis, swappable
Flight Performance
Max Flight Time18 min27 min
Max Speed22 mph58 mph
Max Range2 km7 km
Design & Battery
Weight2935 g3440 g
FoldableNo (retracting arms)No (retracting arms)
Battery Capacity4500 mAh4280 mAh x2 (dual)