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THE new DJI drone has been unveiled and promises 4K video capture, as well as more than half an hour of flight time.

DJI Mavic Air 2 drone has a bigger camera sensor, a larger battery and a brand new controller to boot.

DJI Mavic Air 2
The new DJI Mavic Air drone 2 is a speedy and high-quality droneCredit: DJI
DJI Mavic Air 2
DJI Mavic Air drone 2 can shoot 4K-quality footageCredit: DJI

Chinese drone giant DJI has put the new drone up for pre-order for £769 / $799.

And it's set to launch globally in the middle of May.

One of the biggest improvements is the larger 1/2-inch CMOS image sensor, to boost photography.

The drone is capable of shooting 4K video at up to 60 frames per second.

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DJI Mavic Air drone 2 uses sensors to avoid obstaclesCredit: DJI
DJI Mavic Air 2
The DJI Mavic Air drone 2 tucks down neatly when not in useCredit: DJI

And images can be captured at a 48-megapixel resolution, helping you to take detailed snaps from the sky.

DJI has also added "enhanced HDR" across all image capture – including video and panorama.

"The secret to incredible HDR video is a high-performance Quad Bayer image sensor," DJI explained.

"A single frame separates exposure levels in different areas, accurately capturing light and dark details.

"The images are layered to create a colourful, balanced, and eye-catching picture with higher dynamic range."

DJI has also added an 8K Hyperlapse mode, which lets you create impressive time-lapse videos.

There are plenty of autonomous flight modes – including ones you can programme yourself.

DJI Mavic Air 2
DJI Mavic Air drone 2 will be available from mid-MayCredit: DJI
DJI Mavic Air 2
DJI Mavic Air drone 2 can stay in flight for up to 34 minutesCredit: DJI

UK drone rules

Here's what you need to know...

  • Drones must fly below an altitude of 400ft
  • Drones that weigh more than 250g will need to be formally registered with the CAA
  • Drone pilots must be able to present their registration documents when asked to do so by police
  • Make sure your drone is within 500m of you horizontally.
  • Always fly well away from aircraft, helicopters, airports, and airfields.
  • If it is fitted with a camera, make sure it is at least 50m away from a person, vehicle, building or structure not owned or controlled by the pilot.
  • Camera-equipped drones must not be flown within 150m of a congested area of a large group of people.

A bigger battery means that the DJI Mavic Air 2 is now capable of 34 minutes of flight time.

However, the battery is technically capable of being active for 240 minutes while connected to the controller.

And the drone comes with built-in obstacle avoidance, to prevent the pricey gadget from soaring straight into a brick wall.

There's also another safety feature called AirAense, which detects and warns the operator of nearby aircraft.

However, this is only available in the USA at launch – with Brits missing out.

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In other news, a self-taught genius has created a "flying motorcycle".

Brits now need to take a drone "theory test".

Singer Jess Glynn recently set a world record with a 160-strong drone performancecreated by coder kids.

And, Google plans to build a ‘smart city’ with self-driving shuttles, heated pavements and underground post tubes.

What do you think of this new drone? Let us know in the comments!


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