DJI Inspire 3 vs DJI Mavic 3 Pro
The DJI Inspire 3 wins on weight and speed, while the DJI Mavic 3 Pro wins on price and flight time. Choose the DJI Inspire 3 if weight and speed matter most; pick the DJI Mavic 3 Pro if you prioritize price and flight time.
| Spec | DJI Inspire 3 | DJI Mavic 3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $16,000 | $2,199 cheaper |
| Released | 2023-04-06 | 2023-05-10 |
| Weight | 4.02 kg (without payload) lighter | 958 g |
| Flight time | 28 min (with X9-8K camera) | 43 min longer |
| Max speed | 94 km/h faster | 75.6 km/h |
| Max range | 15 km (FCC) | 15 km (FCC) |
| Camera | DJI Zenmuse X9-8K: 35mm full-frame, 8K/25fps RAW, DL mount (interchangeable lenses) | 4/3" Hasselblad CMOS 20MP (wide) + 1/2" 48MP (3×) + 1/2" 12MP (7×) |
| Video | 8K Apple ProRes RAW, 6K, 4K/60fps | 5.1K/50fps, 4K/120fps, Apple ProRes 422 HQ |
| Obstacle avoidance | Omnidirectional (APAS 5.0) | Omnidirectional APAS 5.0 |
| Wind resistance | Level 7 (38 mph) | Level 6 (33 mph) |
| GNSS / GPS | GPS + GLONASS + BeiDou + Galileo + RTK | GPS + GLONASS + BeiDou + Galileo |
| Dimensions (folded) | 505 × 459 × 338 mm (landing) | 230 × 100 × 91 mm (folded) |
| Charging time | — | 95 min (65W charger) |
| IP rating | IP53 | — |
Specs from manufacturer data. Rated figures; real-world performance varies. Green tag marks the measurable advantage.
Frequently asked questions
DJI Inspire 3 or DJI Mavic 3 Pro: which is better?
The DJI Inspire 3 wins on weight and speed, while the DJI Mavic 3 Pro wins on price and flight time. Choose the DJI Inspire 3 if weight and speed matter most; pick the DJI Mavic 3 Pro if you prioritize price and flight time.
Which is cheaper, the DJI Inspire 3 or the DJI Mavic 3 Pro?
The DJI Mavic 3 Pro is the cheaper of the two at $2,199, versus $16,000 for the DJI Inspire 3.
Which has longer flight time, the DJI Inspire 3 or the DJI Mavic 3 Pro?
The DJI Mavic 3 Pro has the longer rated flight time (43 min), compared with 28 min (with X9-8K camera) for the DJI Inspire 3. Real-world endurance is typically 20-30% lower.