Key Takeaways
- User-Friendly Interaction: DJI introduces the Spark, a mini drone that can be controlled with hand gestures, making aerial photography accessible to everyone, regardless of prior experience.
- Compact Design: Weighing only 10.6 ounces, Spark is portable and designed to accompany you on adventures, fitting easily into bags.
- Advanced Features: Including QuickShot modes for effortless video creation, Spark is equipped with a high-quality camera capable of capturing 12 MP photos and HD 1080p videos.
- Safety First: Spark incorporates a FlightAutonomy system that ensures accuracy and obstacle awareness, enhancing the flying experience.
- Pre-Order Availability: The Spark is now available for pre-order, with different color options and packages to suit various preferences.
DJI Unveils Spark: A Fun and Accessible Mini Drone for Everyone
In an exciting development for photographers and adventure seekers alike, DJI, a leader in civilian drone technology, has launched the Spark, a mini camera drone designed to capture special moments with ease and joy. This innovative drone can take off from the palm of your hand, allowing you to shoot stunning aerial images and videos wherever inspiration strikes.
Gesture Control: A Leap Forward in Aerial Photography
One of the standout features of the Spark is its ability to be controlled entirely by hand gestures. This breakthrough technology eliminates the need for complex remote controls, making it incredibly user-friendly. As Paul Pan, DJI’s Senior Product Manager explains, “Controlling a camera drone with hand movements alone is a major step towards making aerial technology an intuitive part of everyone’s daily life.” With Spark, even those new to flying drones can enjoy seamless operation, simply by using their hands to command the device.
When Spark is airborne, it automatically engages Gesture Mode. This mode introduces advanced features such as PalmControl, allowing users to direct the drone with simple gestures. You can command Spark to take off, snap selfies, or return to you with just a wave of your hand!
Compact and Stylish Design
Designed for the modern lifestyle, the Spark is sleek and ultra-light. Weighing just 10.6 ounces (or about 300 grams), it easily fits into most bags, making it the ideal companion for travel and outings. Available in five eye-catching colors – Alpine White, Sky Blue, Meadow Green, Lava Red, and Sunrise Yellow – the Spark not only performs well but looks good doing it.
Capture Stunning Footage with Ease
With multiple intelligent functions, the Spark empowers users to create professional-looking videos effortlessly. The QuickShot Intelligent Flight Mode allows Spark to autonomously follow preset paths, capturing breathtaking footage as it tracks subjects. The four QuickShot options – Rocket, Dronie, Circle, and Helix – give users versatile shooting styles, automatically generating 10-second shareable videos perfect for social media platforms.
Additionally, Spark features previously launched Intelligent Flight Modes like TapFly, which allows users to tap on their mobile device screens to guide the drone, and ActiveTrack, where Spark keeps a designated subject in focus at all times.
Safety and Precision in Flight
DJI places a significant emphasis on safety and precision with the Spark’s FlightAutonomy system. This comprehensive system includes a downward-facing vision system, a 3D Sensing System, dual-band GPS and GLONASS, and powerful computing cores for advanced obstacle detection. The Spark can hover steadily up to 98 feet (30 meters) and is designed to sense any obstacles in its flight path.
Moreover, DJI’s intelligent Return to Home (RTH) feature ensures the Spark can return safely to its home point under various conditions, contributing to user confidence while flying.
Impressive Camera Capabilities
Spark comes equipped with a robust camera featuring a 1/2.3” CMOS sensor that captures 12-megapixel images and records stabilized HD 1080p video. The drone’s 2-axis mechanical gimbal and UltraSmooth technology mitigate shakes, offering a cinematic experience for both novice and experienced users.
For those seeking creativity, Spark includes advanced shooting modes such as Pano for breathtaking panoramas and ShallowFocus, which creates artistic images with a soft background blur. The DJI GO 4 app adds another layer of convenience, providing filters and automatic editing templates for easy sharing across social media platforms.
Pricing and Pre-Order Availability
The Spark is priced at $499 for the base package, which includes the drone, battery, USB charger, and propellers. The comprehensive Spark Fly More Combo, retailing at $699, features additional batteries, a remote controller, propeller guards, and more.
Pre-orders for the Spark are available via DJI’s online store and will start shipping in mid-June. Availability may vary based on color choice and the selected package.
Additional Protection with DJI Care
DJI also offers a protection plan known as DJI Care Refresh for Spark, providing customers with the option for up to two full replacements for a small fee, ensuring peace of mind while enjoying their new drone.
Discover More About Spark
For further details on the DJI Spark and to explore engaging video content, visit www.dji.com/spark and check out the DJI Spark Playlist.
