DJI Zenmuse X3 Gimbal and Camera Unit (Inspire 1 Variant)

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DJI Zenmuse X3 Gimbal and Camera Unit (Inspire 1 Variant)
Key Features
  • Capture 4K Video and 12MP Stills
  • Sony EXMOR 1/2.3" CMOS Sensor
  • 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilizes Camera
  • Wide 94° FOV Lens
The Zenmuse X3 Gimbal and Camera Unit from DJI features the same 4K camera and 3-axis gimbal that is included with ready-to-fly versions of the Inspire 1 quadcopter. It can be used with Inspire 1 – mounting toolessly – or works with the Osmo Handle Kit. The Osmo Handle Kit is a separately available handgrip that converts the Gimbal and Camera Unit into a stabilized handheld camera system for use closer to the ground. The gimbal and camera both power from the aircraft flight battery or from a battery that goes with the Handle Kit.
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DJI Zenmuse X3 Overview

The Zenmuse X3 Gimbal and Camera Unit from DJI features the same 4K camera and 3-axis gimbal that is included with ready-to-fly versions of the Inspire 1 quadcopter. It can be used with Inspire 1 – mounting toolessly – or works with the Osmo Handle Kit. The Osmo Handle Kit is a separately available handgrip that converts the Gimbal and Camera Unit into a stabilized handheld camera system for use closer to the ground. The gimbal and camera both power from the aircraft flight battery or from a battery that goes with the Handle Kit.

Inspire 1 4K Camera
The Inspire 1 Camera shoots 4K video at 24p and 30p, and can shoot HD video frame rates from 24p to 60p. It features a 1/2.3" CMOS sensor with a 94-degree field of view (FOV) lens. This field of view works out to about 20mm in 35mm equivalent, which gives you a wide but not extremely wide or fisheye framing - while not as immersive as a fisheye, this FOV features less distortion and gives the subject more emphasis
3-Axis Brushless Motor Gimbal
The camera is mounted via an integrated 3-axis gimbal which uses brushless servo motors to keep the shot stable and the horizon level. The camera pans a full 360-degrees so that no matter which way the quadcopter turns, the camera can remain locked on the subject. Manual panning and tilting can be affected using controls on the transmitter

DJI Zenmuse X3 Specs

Camera
Model
Name: X3
Designation: FC350
Sensor
Sony EXMOR 1/2.3" CMOS
Resolution
12.0 MP
Lens
Field of View: 94°
Focal Length (35 mm Equivalent): 20 mm
Aperture: f/2.8
Design: 9 elements in 9 groups; aspherical lens element
Filters: Anti-distortion filter; UV filter
Video Recording
UHD (4K):
4096 x 2160: 24p, 25p
3840 x 2160: 24p, 25p, 30p

FHD (1080p):
1920 x 1080: 24p, 25p, 30p, 48p, 50p, 60p

HD (720p):
1280 x 720: 24p, 25p, 30p, 48p, 50p, 60p

Maximum Bitrate: 60 Mbp/s
File Format
Photo: JPEG, DNG
Video: MP4 in a .MOV wrapper (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264)
Recording Media
Type: microSD/SDHC/SDXC up to 64 GB
Speed: Class 10 or faster
Format: FAT32/exFAT
Photography Modes
Single shot
Burst: 3, 5, 7 frames per second (AEB: 3/5 frames per second; 0.7 EV bias)
Time-lapse
Operating Temperature
32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
Gimbal
Model
Zenmuse X3
Number of Axes
3-axis
Control Accuracy
±0.03°
Maximum Controlled Rotation Speed
Pitch: 120°/s
Pan: 180°/s
Controlled Rotation Range
Pitch: -90° to +30°
Pan: ±330°
Angular Vibration Range
±0.03°
Output Power
Static: 9 W
In Motion: 11 W
Operational Current
Static: 750 mA
In Motion: 900 mA
Mounting
Detachable
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.85 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.8 x 4.4 x 3.4"

DJI Zenmuse X3 Reviews

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question

Can it be connected to the Matrice 100?
Asked by: Erez
Hello Erez. Yes, The Zenmuse X3 is compatible with the Matrice 100. Thanks.
Answered by: DJI Ian DJI Expert
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Can I use this camera on my Inspire Pro? Wondering if I can remove my X5 camera/gimbal and put this on in its place.
Asked by: David H.
you can put the X5 on an Inspire 1 so I would assume it would work the other way around
Answered by: Robert W.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

What is the physical pixel size on the image sensor for this camera in microns or milimeters?
Asked by: Anonymous
The Zenmuse X3 sensor is 6.17 x 4.55 mm and is 12.4MP.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Whats the min focusing distanceof the camera? Original Osmo x3 camera has a 3ft...
Asked by: Dragan B.
In my experience the X3 camera is nearly identical in terms of the optics and focal length as the stock camera that comes with the Osmo...
Answered by: Kelly M.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

What is the iso rating of the camera? Is the iris and/or ISO adjustable?
Asked by: Peter G.
Peter, The Zemuse X3 has 1/3600 to 1/10 ISO aperture setting and the ISO is adjustable like the stock Inspire 1.
Answered by: Jon A.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Will this mount to a Phantom 2 vision plus?
Asked by: Will B.
No it will not fit.
Answered by: Nechemia A.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Anyone know the details regarding interface? What kind of video output does it provide and what input does it require for controlling pam/tilt?
Asked by: Anonymous
The camera connects via the gimbal to the internal transmitter on the Inspire 1 so you can wirelessly connect to your mobile device using the Pilot app. The same is for the gimbal which has a small mount bracket for the mobile device to mount to. So the camera itself does not have a traditional video connection like HDMI or SDI.
Answered by: Graham N.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

When is the expected availability of this item?
Asked by: Anonymous
For current stock inquiries please email your request to AskBH@<a href= http://BHPhoto.com target= _blank >BHPhoto.com.</a>
Answered by: Dana G.
Date published: 2018-08-26
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