DJI Mavic 3 Cine: Apple ProRes straight from a C1-class drone
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The Mavic 3 Cine records in Apple ProRes 422 HQ, has a built-in 1 TB SSD and weighs just 899 grams. That is why it is sold with EU class C1 – which allows flights close to people in subcategory A1, where heavier camera drones have to keep more distance.
Technical data
| EU class | C1 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 899 g |
| Main camera | Hasselblad L2D-20c, 4/3-inch CMOS, 20 MP, 24 mm, f/2.8 to f/11 |
| Tele camera | 162 mm, f/4.4, up to 28x hybrid zoom |
| Video | 5.1K up to 50 fps, DCI 4K and 4K up to 120 fps |
| Codecs | Apple ProRes 422 HQ, H.264, H.265 |
| Storage | 1 TB SSD built in |
| Flight time | up to 46 minutes |
| Transmission | O3+, up to 15 km |
Sources: DJI manufacturer data, summarised by Newsshooter; class C1 according to Dronelions Academy.
How we use the Mavic 3 Cine
- Shoots in cities and at events where distance to people is tight
- ProRes footage that goes straight into the edit
- Second drone alongside the Inspire 3 or Mavic 4 Pro
- Long driving shots thanks to up to 46 minutes of flight time
Class C1: what it means on set
With C1, the Mavic 3 Cine may fly in open subcategory A1, i.e. close to people. Uninvolved people are not intentionally overflown, and assemblies of people never. Geographical zones and permits still apply – we clear those before the shoot.
Mavic 3 Cine or Mavic 3 Pro Cine?
The Mavic 3 Pro Cine has three cameras but weighs more than 900 grams, which puts it in class C2 with more distance to people. The Mavic 3 Cine is the better choice when space is tight and ProRes is enough.
Booking
The Mavic 3 Cine is only available with a VR-Copter pilot. A shoot day with drone team starts at €1,300 net, including pilot, equipment and insurance.
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Frequently asked questions
What does class C1 mean for the Mavic 3 Cine?
The Mavic 3 Cine is sold with EU class C1. This allows it to fly close to people in subcategory A1 without intentionally overflying uninvolved people.
May the Mavic 3 Cine fly over crowds?
No. No drone in the open category may fly over assemblies of people, not even with C1.
Mavic 3 Cine or Mavic 4 Pro?
The Mavic 3 Cine delivers Apple ProRes 422 HQ straight from the drone. The Mavic 4 Pro has three cameras and 6K. We are happy to advise on what suits your project.
Get a quote: DJI Mavic 3 Cine
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