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DJI Neo
DJI · Released September 5, 2024

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DJI's Neo is an affordable palm-sized selfie drone that takes off from your hand.

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8.0/10What the pros sayExcellentExpert consensus · Verified Oct 8, 2026See score breakdown ↓
Buying call

Buy the Neo if you want a cheap, fun follow-me drone: reviewers praised its small, light build, palm takeoff and landing, easy automated flight modes, smooth stabilized footage and multiple control options, including phone, controller or FPV goggles. Skip it if you want a serious camera drone, because 4K tops out at 30fps, photos are JPEG only and the video profile looks overprocessed. There's no obstacle avoidance, flights are short, and wind pushes it around.

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Highlights

Specs that matter

Battery
Capacity
1435 mAh
Body
Weight
4.8 oz (135 g)
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Product highlights

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Battery1,435 mAh1435 mAh · 18 min flight
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Buying decision

Should you buy it?

Buy the Neo if you want a cheap, fun follow-me drone: reviewers praised its small, light build, palm takeoff and landing, easy automated flight modes, smooth stabilized footage and multiple control options, including phone, controller or FPV goggles. Skip it if you want a serious camera drone, because 4K tops out at 30fps, photos are JPEG only and the video profile looks overprocessed. There's no obstacle avoidance, flights are short, and wind pushes it around.

Best for

Casual creators who want a cheap hands-free drone.

Not for

Anyone who needs obstacle avoidance or pro image quality.

Main strengthVery affordable
Main weaknessNo obstacle avoidance
Reasons to buy
Very affordable
Takes off from your palm
Easy automated modes
Tiny and light
Reasons to avoid
No obstacle avoidance
Short flight time
Overprocessed video
Measured view8.0/10What the pros say · verified oct 8, 2026.
ScoreVerified Oct 8, 2026
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Product data

Full specifications

85 attributes, grouped for quick scanning. Verified Oct 8, 2026. Spot a wrong value? Hit the next to it.

Video Resolution
EIS Off: 4K (4:3): 3840×2880@30fps 1080p (4:3): 1440×1080@60/50/30fps EIS On: 4K (16:9): 3840×2160@30fps 1080p (16:9): 1920×1080@60/50/30fps
Max Video Resolution
4K/30fps
Internal Storage
22 GB
Compatibility
DJI Neo Intelligent Flight Battery
Charging Temperature
5° to 40° C (14° to 104° F)
Video Transmission System
O4
Max Video Bitrate
75Mbps
Video Format
MP4
Lens
FOV: 117.6° Format Equivalent: 13 mm Aperture: f/2.8 Focus: 0.6 m to ∞
Image sensor
1/2-inch image sensor
Operating Temperature
-10° to 40° C (14° to 104° F)
Camera Effective
12MP
Camera Sensor Size
1/2"
Battery Capacity
2600 mAh
Recommended Charger
DJI 65W Portable Charger USB Power Delivery charger
Transmitter Power (EIRP)
2.4 GHz: < 20 dBm (FCC/CE/SRRC/MIC) 5.8 GHz: ＜20 dBm (FCC/SRRC), ＜14 dBm (CE)
Supported File System
exFAT
Max Wind Speed Resistance
8 m/s (Level 4)
Max Wind Resistance Mps
8
Charging Type
5 V, 2 A
Charging Time
2 hours
Max Operating Time
Without Charging Any Mobile Device: 3.5 hours When Charging a Mobile Device: 1.5 hours
Output (charging)
5 V, 2 A
Energy
10.5 Wh
Type
Li-ion
Max Charging Voltage
8.6 V
Nominal voltage
7.3 V
Capacity
1435 mAh
Effective Operating Range
50 m Tested in an outdoor open environment free of interference. The video transmission distance varies by operating environment.
Protocol
802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Antennas
Two antennas, 1T2R
Lowest Latency
With DJI RC-N3 Remote Controller: Approx. 120 ms Depending on the actual environment and mobile device.
Downward
Precise Hovering Range: 0.5-10 m
Sensing Type
Downward visual positioning
Image Roll Correction
Supports correction of footage recorded on the drone Live view correction is unavailable only when using with goggles
Angular Vibration Range
±0.01°
Max Control Speed (tilt)
100°/s
Controllable Range
Tilt: -90° to 60°
Mechanical Range
Tilt: -120° to 120°
Stabilization
Single-axis mechanical gimbal (tilt)
Color Mode
Normal
Photo Format
JPEG
Still Photography Modes
Single/Timed Shot
Shutter Speed
Video: 1/8000-1/30 s Photo: 1/8000-1/10 s
ISO Range
100-6400 (Auto) 100-6400 (Manual)
Class
C0 (EU)
Global Navigation Satellite System
GLONASS + GPS + Galileo + BeiDou
Max Horizontal Speed (near sea level, no wind)
6 m/s (Normal mode) 8 m/s (Sport mode) 16 m/s (Manual mode)
Max Descent Speed
0.5 m/s (Cine mode) 2 m/s (Normal mode) 2 m/s (Sport mode)
Max Ascent Speed
0.5 m/s (Cine mode) 2 m/s (Normal mode) 3 m/s (Sport mode)
Internal Storage
Yes (22GB)
Release Date
September 5, 2024
Recommended microSD Cards
Does not support storage expansion with an external SD card
Weight
Approx. 45 g
Communication Bandwidth
Max 40 MHz
Max Image Size
12 MP Photo 4000×3000 (4∶3) 4000×2256 (16∶9)
Dimensions
130×157×48.5 mm (L×W×H)
Takeoff Weight
Approx. 135 g
Lens Equivalent
0.55 in (14 mm)
Dimensions Folded
130×157×48.5 mm
Takeoff Weight G
135g
Ekit Post Views Count
1
Companion App
DJI Fly
Controller Model
RC-N2, FPV Controller, RC-N3
Transmission System
OcuSync 4
Lidar
No
Vertical Shooting
No
Digital Zoom
No
Max Video Bitrate Mbps
75 Mbps
Focus Range
Fixed Focus
Aperture
f/2.8
Obstacle Sensing Directions
Down
Obstacle Sensing
Yes
Ads B Airsense
No
Tracking Modes
No (DirectionTrack)
Gnss Systems
GPS
Max Horizontal Speed Mps
8
Max Flight Time Min
18min
Lights
No
Max Service Ceiling M
2000m
Operating Temperature
-10°C to 40°C
Source Id
dji-neo
Product Description
DJI Online Retailers – Buy from Authorized DJI Sellers - DJI United Kingdom
Data Tier
catalog-summary
Type
Selfie camera drone
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