DJI Mavic 3 Cine Drone
The DJI Mavic 3 Cine is a drone from DJI — known for its 20MP Four Thirds Sensor and 5.1K 50fps / 4K 120fps Video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
DJI Mavic 3 Cine Drone
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Drone Overview — DJI Mavic 3 Cine
Key Features — DJI Mavic 3 Cine
20MP Four Thirds Sensor: A Type 4/3 sensor tuned with Hasselblad Natural Colour Solution delivers accurate, professional-grade color straight from the drone.
5.1K 50fps / 4K 120fps Video: Records up to 5.1K at 50fps or 4K at up to 120fps in 10-bit color depth, retaining maximum detail and dynamic range for post-production grading.
Apple ProRes Recording: Records natively in ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes 422, and ProRes 422 LT, eliminating transcoding steps in professional editing workflows.
3-Axis Gimbal Stabilization: Hardware gimbal stabilization keeps footage smooth in flight without relying on digital cropping or in-body IS.
46-Minute Flight Time: The DJI Intelligent Flight Battery provides up to 46 minutes of airborne operation on a single charge.
DJI DL Lens Mount: Features DJI's cinema-oriented DL mount, allowing compatibility with interchangeable DL-mount lenses for varied aerial shooting applications.
Drone Specifications — DJI Mavic 3 Cine
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Documentary, Real Estate, Aerial / Drone |
| Iso min | 100 |
| Iso max | 6400 |
| Display size | 5.5 inches |
| Display type | Controller-integrated LCD (DJI RC Pro) |
| Display resolution | 1920×1080 |
| Type | Other |
| Autofocus system | AI-Based Subject Tracking |
| Autofocus eye Tracking | No |
| Autofocus focus Points | Not specified |
| Autofocus subject Tracking | Yes |
| Battery type | DJI Intelligent Flight Battery (LiPo 4S, 5000mAh) |
Description — DJI Mavic 3 Cine
The DJI Mavic 3 Cine is a professional folding drone centered on a 20 MP Type 4/3 (Four Thirds) sensor processed with Hasselblad Natural Colour Solution (HNCS). Still images are captured at up to 5280×3956 resolution with burst shooting at 7 frames per second, and color profile options include Hasselblad Natural Colour Solution, 10-bit D-Log, and Normal. Video performance reaches 5.1K maximum resolution at 10-bit color depth, with codec support spanning Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT, as well as 10-bit D-Log, HLG, and Normal.
Frame rates run from 24fps to 200fps. The DJI DL lens mount connects to the imaging system, and storage is handled via internal storage and microSD. The DJI Intelligent Flight Battery (5000mAh LiPo 4S) provides up to 46 minutes of flight time.
Connectivity includes Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, and Micro HDMI. The folded body measures 221×96.3×90.3 mm and weighs 899g, and comes paired with the DJI RC Pro controller featuring a 5.5-inch 1920×1080 LCD display. Gimbal stabilization handles all motion correction.
ISO sensitivity spans 100–6400.
Pros — DJI Mavic 3 Cine
- ✓5.1K maximum video resolution with 10-bit color depth across multiple color profiles
- ✓Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, and Apple ProRes 422 LT codec support for professional post-production workflows
- ✓20 MP Type 4/3 sensor with Hasselblad Natural Colour Solution color processing
Cons — DJI Mavic 3 Cine
- ✗No weather sealing — bodyDesign.weatherSealing is explicitly listed as None
- ✗ISO range is limited to 100–6400, which is relatively modest for low-light aerial work
- ✗Body weight of 899g may exceed certain regulatory weight thresholds in some regions
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Frequently Asked Questions — DJI Mavic 3 Cine
What video codecs does the DJI Mavic 3 Cine support?+
The Mavic 3 Cine supports Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT, 10-bit D-Log, HLG, and Normal color profiles for video. All video recording is available at 10-bit color depth. This makes it well suited for professional editing pipelines that rely on ProRes.
What is the maximum video frame rate?+
The maximum frame rate is 200fps, as listed in the video specifications. Supported frame rates include 24fps, 25fps, 30fps, 48fps, 50fps, 60fps, 120fps, and 200fps, giving shooters significant flexibility across cinematic and slow-motion applications.
Does the drone have any weather sealing?+
No — the bodyDesign.weatherSealing field is explicitly listed as None. Operators should avoid flying in rain or high-humidity conditions that could damage the drone.
What lens mount does the Mavic 3 Cine use?+
The Mavic 3 Cine uses the DJI DL mount. This is the only mount listed in the specifications.
What storage options are available on the Mavic 3 Cine?+
The drone supports both internal storage and microSD cards. Having both options gives users flexibility depending on capacity needs and workflow preferences.
What type of image stabilization does the Mavic 3 Cine use?+
Stabilization is provided exclusively through gimbal stabilization. Both in-body IS and digital IS are listed as false in the specifications, meaning all stabilization is mechanical via the gimbal system.