DJI Mini 5 Pro Drone

DJI Mini 5 Pro Drone Summary

Now in its fifth generation, the DJI Mini 5 Pro Drone features comprehensive improvements to the camera system, vision sensing system, flight performance and video transmission system. DJI has upgraded the professional Mini series aircraft with a combination of a 1-inch professional imaging sensor and the popular Mini form factor, breaking through the limitations of such a small pocket-sized aircraft.

It now features a flexible gimbal and 2x zoom, enabling aerial creators to travel light while still capturing high-quality content for a variety of purposes, from social channels to commercial projects. The new image processing platform delivers up to 14 stops of HDR video dynamic range, along with a 48mm medium telephoto mode (2x zoom) while utilising DJI’s portrait optimisation technology for more natural environmental portraits.

The updated gimbal offers 225° of roll rotation, which can be controlled manually or through intelligent modes such as QuickShot Rotate, Timelapse, Spotlight and Waypoint Flight. These make it easier to create dynamic rotational footage without additional equipment.

The newly developed Mini 5 Pro is also safer, with forward-facing LiDAR, 1-lux nightscape omnidirectional obstacle sensing support and Smart RTH. It can memorise flight paths in order to achieve quick take-offs and safe returns even without satellite signals.

Additionally, flight performance, tracking and video transmission have all been upgraded to make this the best Mini series camera drone to date, a device aimed at both new and experienced content creators who want dynamic footage and high-resolution content from the skies.

DJI Mini 5 Pro Key Features

• 1-inch CMOS sensor with up to 14 stops HDR dynamic range
• 24mm wide angle and 48mm medium telephoto (2x zoom) options
• Flexible gimbal with 225° roll rotation and 90° true vertical shooting
• Intelligent capture modes include QuickShot Rotate, Timelapse, Spotlight and Waypoint Flight
• 12 MP and 50 MP stills, 4K/60 HDR video, 4K/120 slow motion and 1080p/240 slow motion
• DJI portrait optimisation technology for improved skin tones and environmental portraits
• Nightscape omnidirectional obstacle sensing with forward-facing LiDAR (effective above 1 lux)
• Smart RTH with non-GNSS return path memory
• O4+ video transmission with 20km range and stronger anti-interference
• Flight time up to 36 minutes, or 52 minutes with Intelligent Flight Battery Plus (region dependent)
• Lightweight design at approx. 249.9g
• Maximum take-off altitude of 6000m and 3.7:1 thrust-to-weight ratio

DJI Mini 5 Pro in More Detail

Go Big with Mini

The DJI Mini 5 Pro keeps its ultra-light, palm-sized foldable design that fits in a jacket pocket or backpack, weighing in at around 249.9 g ± 4 g. As it is C0-certified, it can be flown across most EU member states without extra requirements, though you should always check if you’re unsure. The aircraft features 42GB of internal storage, so you can save footage directly without needing to swap cards mid-flight.

Upgraded 1-Inch CMOS Sensor

A 50MP 1-inch CMOS sensor with f/1.8 aperture is the key update for this model, which provides far richer detail and cleaner low-light results compared to the Mini 4 Pro. It records up to 4K/60 HDR video with 14 stops of dynamic range in Auto mode (not available for slow-motion or Med-Tele shots). DJI’s new image-processing platform and algorithms preserve highlight and shadow details in tricky conditions such as sunsets and nightscapes.

A new 48mm Med-Tele option provides 2x zoom with higher resolution than digital zooms, whcih were found in older Mini drones, while portrait optimisation brightens skin tones in Normal colour mode (not supported in HLG or D-Log M).

Cinematic Results Despite the Mini Size

The camera records in a variety of formats to suit any project, including:

• 4K/60 HDR
• 4K/120 slow motion
• 1080p/240 slow motion
• 50MP stills

Video is encoded in H.265, with maximum ISO up to 12,800, while D-Log M and HLG modes are capped at ISO 3200, which is ideal for brighter urban night scenes.

Upgraded Gimbal and Vertical Shooting

The upgraded gimbal rotates through 225° and supports true vertical shooting for vertical social channels. You can move it manually or use QuickShot Rotate, Timelapse, Spotlight and Waypoint Flight. Vertical video is recorded natively, with no cropping required, so you can shoot skyscrapers, waterfalls or really tall subjects with footage that is ready for social media.

Improved Flight and Obstacle Sensing

Mini 5 Pro is safer than ever with a forward-facing LiDAR alongside front and rear fisheye cameras, plus sensors on the bottom and sides. Together these provide omnidirectional obstacle sensing for day and night flights. Nightscape sensing requires conditions above 1 lux with textured, diffusely reflective surfaces above 20% reflectivity (such as trees, walls or people). Reflective surfaces like water or snow may cause errors, and the vision system won’t work in dim environments or poor weather. Avoid strong winds above 12 m/s, rain, snow, lightning or fog, and do not attempt flights above 6000 m, in extreme temperatures below –10 °C or above 40 °C, or from moving objects.

The system also adds smarter RTH functions for DJI Mini 5 Pro. It can memorise flight paths in good lighting when light exceeds 10 lux and surfaces are textured with at least 20% reflectivity. Balcony take-off requires at least a 2 x 2 m area under 30 m high for safe return. In night flights, LiDAR helps detect obstacles like tall buildings and climbs to avoid them. Forward sensing is available only in Normal or Cine modes and during RTH.

Dual-band GNSS (L1 + L5) also improves stability and positioning in crowded environments, though magnetic and radio interference from routers, towers or high-voltage lines may still affect performance.

Upgraded ActiveTrack 360°

Tracking has been made more stable and customisable. The drone now recognises sports such as cycling and switches automatically between Cycling or Standard modes. Cycling mode reacts quickly to turns and accelerations, while Standard mode keeps steady altitude and distance. It tracks at up to 15 m/s in open environments, and can switch to rear tracking in complex areas to keep subjects framed. DJI recommends using ActiveTrack 360° in open areas and to take care in complex environments where Auto mode may not behave as expected.

Intelligent Modes

DJI has some of the most effective modes for tuning content in the market. These include MasterShots, which provides movement templates for portraits, close-ups and long-distance scenes. QuickShots include Rotate, Dronie, Circle, Helix, Rocket, Boomerang and Asteroid. There’s also Free Panorama, which stitches together multiple images for stunning high resolution pano shots.

Off-State QuickTransfer

Through the DJI Fly app you can wake the drone remotely over Bluetooth, which remains active for 12 hours after power-off. Using Wi-Fi 6, transfer speeds reach up to 100 MB/s, though actual results vary depending on interference and conditions. Downloads continue in the background even when you switch apps.

Stable Transmission and Extended Flight Time

Using the standard DJI Mini 5 Pro Intelligent Flight Battery the aircraft can reach up to 36 minutes of flight time (measured in calm conditions at 21.6 kph at sea level, until forced landing). 

Charging three batteries takes around 115 minutes at 25 °C; times may be longer if ambient temperatures are higher or local mains voltage varies.

DJI O4+ transmission gives 20 km range in open conditions under FCC compliance, with stronger anti-interference. At altitude, the drone can fly up to 6000 m and ascend at 10 m/s, though flights above this are not supported.

NOTES:

• All technical data was obtained in controlled test environments using production models. Results may differ depending on firmware, usage and flight conditions.
• Nightscape omnidirectional obstacle sensing requires textured surfaces with at least 20% reflectivity and lighting above 1 lux. Performance may be affected by reflective surfaces (water, snow), dim environments or interference. Do not fly in strong winds above 12 m/s, heavy rain, snow, lightning, fog, or at altitudes above 6000 m. Do not take off from moving objects.
• Flight path memorisation requires conditions above 10 lux, with textured, reflective surfaces nearby. Balcony take-off requires a clear 2 x 2 m area under 30 m high.
• Forward obstacle sensing works only in Normal and Cine modes and during return-to-home. Intelligent functions do not use obstacle sensing.
• Maximum 36-minute flight time measured with the standard Intelligent Flight Battery at 21.6 kph in calm conditions at sea level, until forced landing due to low voltage. The Intelligent Flight Battery Plus extends this to 52 minutes but is only available in selected regions.
• DJI Mini 5 Pro weighs approximately 249.9 g ± 4 g. Weight may vary between batches. Always check local laws to confirm whether registration or certification is required.
• O4+ video transmission range of 20 km was measured in an open, interference-free environment under FCC compliance. Actual range may vary.
• Bluetooth connectivity remains active for up to 12 hours after shutdown, then deactivates automatically.
• Always check local regulations, obtain required authorisations, and fly with caution to ensure safe operation.

What’s in the box

• DJI Mini 5 Pro
• DJI RC-N3 Remote Controller
• x1 Mini 5 Pro Intelligent Flight Battery
• x1 Mini 5 Pro Propellers (Pair)
• USB-C to USB-C Data Cable
• DJI Mini 5 Pro Storage Cover
• DJI RC-N Series RC Cable (USB-C Connector)
• DJI RC-N Series RC Cable (Lightning Connector)

DJI Mini 5 Pro Specifications