DJI Avata 360: 8K 360-Degree FPV Drone With Dual 1-Inch Sensors Launches Globally

Key Takeaways

DJI Avata 360 is DJI’s first 360-degree FPV drone with dual 1-inch sensors capturing 8K/60fps video and 120MP stills.
Swivelling gimbal enables both immersive 360 capture and traditional single-lens FPV mode at 4K/60fps.
Priced from £409 / €459 (around $540), significantly undercutting the Insta360 Antigravity A1.
Ships globally in April 2026 – but no official US release through DJI due to regulatory restrictions.

DJI has officially unveiled the Avata 360, its first drone combining 360-degree capture with FPV-style flight. The launch arrives amid an intensifying rivalry with Insta360 – DJI filed a patent lawsuit against the company just days before this announcement.

The Avata 360 directly competes with the Insta360 Antigravity A1, which launched in December 2025 as the first 360-capable consumer drone. DJI’s entry brings stronger video specs, more control options, and user-replaceable components at a notably lower price.

Dual 1-Inch Sensors and 8K Video

At the heart of the Avata 360 are two Type 1 (1-inch equivalent) sensors, each with 2.4-micron pixels. Together they capture:

8K/60fps HDR video in full 360-degree mode
120-megapixel stills for high-resolution spherical photos
4K/60fps in single-lens FPV mode (16:9 or 4:3 crops)

The camera system sits on a swivelling gimbal – a key differentiator from the Antigravity A1’s fixed dual-camera setup. This allows the Avata 360 to switch between immersive 360 capture and a traditional forward-facing FPV configuration, effectively giving pilots two drones in one.

In single-lens mode, the wide-angle footage crops to standard aspect ratios, eliminating the fish-eye distortion typical of 360 cameras. Early impressions suggest this doesn’t feel like a compromised experience compared to dedicated FPV drones.

FPV Controls and Ecosystem Integration

The Avata 360 supports DJI’s full controller ecosystem:

RC 2, RC-N2, RC-N3 – traditional dual-stick controllers
RC Motion 3 – one-handed motion controller for immersive flying
DJI Goggles 3 / Goggles N3 – live 1080p/60fps 360-degree FPV feed
DJI Fly app – smartphone control with Wi-Fi 6 file transfers at up to 100MB/s

Beginners can use the goggle/motion controller combo for intuitive point-and-fly control, while experienced pilots can grab twin sticks for full manual flight in single-lens mode. This flexibility addresses a gap in Insta360’s offering – the Antigravity A1 still lacks the promised twin-stick controller support.

Flight Performance

Key flight specifications include:

Flight time: Up to 23 minutes
Max range: 20 km (12 miles) with O4+ transmission
Top speed: 18 m/s (40 mph) in sport mode
Weight: 455g (above the 250g threshold for most regulations)
Storage: 42GB internal + microSD expansion

The larger size accommodates built-in propeller guards for crash protection – a practical advantage over foldable designs. Obstacle avoidance uses forward-facing LiDAR and downward infrared sensors.

User-Replaceable Lenses

DJI is offering a replaceable lens kit (approximately £25 / €25 / $30) that lets pilots swap damaged outer lens elements in under five minutes using basic included tools. This significantly improves repairability compared to most consumer drones where lens damage typically requires factory service.

Pricing and Availability

The DJI Avata 360 is already available in China and now open for preorder in other regions, with shipping expected in April 2026.

European pricing:

Drone only: £409 / €459 (approximately $540)
Motion Fly More Combo (with Goggles N3, RC Motion 3, extra batteries): £829 / €939 (approximately $1,100)

This pricing undercuts the Insta360 Antigravity A1, which starts at $1,599 for its cheapest bundle with goggles and controller. Even DJI’s comparable Motion Fly More Combo comes in significantly cheaper.

Important: DJI has no plans for an official US launch through its website. While the Avata 360 received FCC clearance in December – making it legal to fly in the US – American buyers will need to source it through importers. This follows the pattern of recent DJI releases like the Neo 2, and the Avata 360 may be the last DJI drone to receive FCC clearance given ongoing regulatory restrictions.

How It Compares to Antigravity A1

The Avata 360 holds several advantages over its Insta360 rival:

Better video: 8K/60fps vs A1’s 8K/30fps (or 5.2K for 60fps)
Dual functionality: Both 360 and traditional FPV modes
More range: 20 km vs 10 km max transmission
Faster: 40 mph vs 35 mph top speed
Repairable: User-replaceable lenses
Cheaper: Significantly lower entry and bundle prices

The Antigravity A1 does offer advantages in portability (foldable, 250g class), a more polished app experience, and a reportedly more comfortable headset. But for pilots prioritizing specs and flexibility, DJI’s offering appears to deliver more value – at least outside the US market.

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