DJI has officially unveiled the DJI Mini 5 Pro, a next-generation compact drone designed to push the boundaries of aerial photography. Touted as the world’s first mini drone under 250g to feature a 1-inch CMOS camera sensor, the Mini 5 Pro combines portability, cutting-edge imaging, and advanced flight features, making it one of the most powerful options in the mini drone category.

Packed with a 50-megapixel camera, omnidirectional obstacle sensing, vertical shooting, and extended flight times, the Mini 5 Pro is clearly aimed at enthusiasts, travelers, and professional creators who need a lightweight yet feature-rich drone.

Key Highlights of DJI Mini 5 Pro

First mini drone with a 50MP 1-inch CMOS sensor

Weighs just 249.9 grams, compliant with global drone regulations

Nightscape omnidirectional obstacle sensing for safer flying

225-degree gimbal rotation with support for vertical shooting

Two battery options: up to 52 minutes of flight time

Shoots 4K videos and captures 12MP & 50MP stills

DJI Mini 5 Pro Price and Availability

The DJI Mini 5 Pro has been launched in the EU region, with three purchase options:

Standard version: EUR 799 (approx. ₹83,000)

Fly More Combo with DJI RC-N3 controller: EUR 999 (approx. ₹1,04,000)

Fly More Combo with DJI RC 2 controller: EUR 1,129 (approx. ₹1,17,000)

Currently, the drone is available via the official DJI website and authorized retailers in Europe. DJI has confirmed that the Mini 5 Pro will not be available in the US, but availability for other regions like India is yet to be announced.

Additionally, DJI is offering its Care Refresh protection plan, which allows users to replace their drone twice within one year in case of accidental damage.

DJI Mini 5 Pro Specifications and Features

Camera and Imaging

The highlight of the Mini 5 Pro is its 50MP 1-inch CMOS sensor, which comes with:

84° field of view

24mm focal length

f/1.8 aperture

48mm Med-Tele mode for closer shots

The camera supports 4K video recording with up to 3x digital zoom and 1080p full-HD video with up to 4x zoom. For photography, users can capture images in 12MP or 50MP resolution, with up to 3x zoom available in 12MP mode.

Build and Design

Despite its powerful camera, the Mini 5 Pro remains extremely lightweight at 249.9g, ensuring it complies with most drone regulations worldwide.

Folded dimensions: 157×95×68mm (without propellers)

Unfolded dimensions: 255×181×91mm (with propellers)

This makes it travel-friendly, fitting easily into backpacks for creators on the move.

Flight Performance

The DJI Mini 5 Pro comes with two battery options:

Intelligent Flight Battery (2788mAh) → Up to 36 minutes of flight time

Intelligent Flight Battery Plus (4680mAh) → Up to 52 minutes of flight time

Typical flight time: 21 mins (standard battery) / 33 mins (Plus battery)

Maximum takeoff altitude: 6,000m

Max horizontal speed: 19m/s

Max ascent speed: 10m/s

Max descent speed: 8m/s

Flight range: Up to 32km with the larger battery

Safety and Advanced Features

Nightscape omnidirectional obstacle sensing ensures safety during low-light flights.

225-degree gimbal rotation enables versatile shooting, including vertical video recording—ideal for social media creators.

DJI has also included AI-driven stabilization and intelligent flight modes, allowing users to capture cinematic footage effortlessly.

Conclusion

The DJI Mini 5 Pro is a major leap forward in the mini drone segment, blending portability with professional-grade imaging. Its 50MP 1-inch CMOS sensor, long battery life, omnidirectional obstacle sensing, and vertical shooting capabilities make it an all-rounder for photographers, videographers, and travelers.

At a starting price of EUR 799, it’s not the cheapest mini drone, but for those who want a lightweight drone with flagship-level camera performance, the DJI Mini 5 Pro is one of the most compelling options of 2025.

If DJI extends availability to more markets, the Mini 5 Pro could quickly become a go-to drone for creators worldwide.