FIMI, the brand of Xiaomi, has announced its new top-notch drone. FIMI X8 Pro (2023), a model that comes with a number of very interesting features that make the drone as perfect as any DJI model, such as a camera with a 1/1.3-inch sensor that records in 4K resolution, 48-megapixel still photography, control distance up to 15 km, obstacle sensors in three directions and two batteries, one of them with a flight autonomy of up to 47 minutes.

Other features already known from the previous version are also present, making the drone even more complete, such as support for flying in moderate rain and snow, level 8 wind resistance, module support (sound box with commands through drone control, as well as drop accessory). what the drone carries), intelligent flight modes, RemoteID, and support for 4G internet module, which ensures greater signal stability.

Key features of FIMI X8 Pro:

• Camera with 1/1.3 CMOS sensor, f/1.7 aperture, 85º FOV, 24mm, 100Mbps bit rate, HDR, 6x zoom
• Shoot 4K video at 30fps and 48MP photos.
• Gimbal with mechanical 3-axis stabilization system
• Roklink 4.0 transmission system with control distance up to 15 km
• Two batteries: one standard up to 40 minutes of flight and one Plus up to 47 minutes.
• Module support: speaker with controller commands and system for loading and resetting objects
• Connect module support in 4G networks for higher signal stabilization
• Support for US drone registration system RemoteID
• Level 8 wind resistance
• follow the function
• Smart flight modes
• Flight planning mode
• Support for panoramic photos
• Time lapse video support

FIMI X8 Pro camera with 1/1.3 CMOS sensor and 48MP resolution

The FIMI X8 Pro camera received some improvements over the previous model and now features a 1/1.3-inch sensor with a fixed aperture of f/1.7.

The camera can record video in maximum 4K resolution at 30 frames per second. Its maximum bitrate is 100Mbps and HDR is also supported.

When it comes to photos, the camera can take photos up to 48 megapixels, including HDR.

Up to 15 km connection distance with Roklink 4.0 technology

The communication technology of the new FIMI drone has evolved to version 4.0, so according to the manufacturer, it can communicate up to 15 km, the same distance as the DJI O3+ technology found in the drones from the Mavic 3 line.

FIMI X8 Pro with two batteries, one up to 47 minutes of flight

FIMI innovated by launching a drone with two batteries when it released the FIMI X8 Mini, and this situation worked so well that DJI itself “copied” the battery idea of ​​the Mini 3 and Mini 3 Pro drones.

According to FIMI, the standard 3800mAh battery promises to provide up to 40 minutes of flight time, while the 5000mAh Plus battery can keep the drone flying for up to 47 minutes.

Three-Way Sensors and Follow Mode

With obstacle sensors in three directions, FIMI X8 Pro also supports tracking function, that is, you can determine the target that the drone is following while avoiding obstacles on the way.

This type of feature relies heavily on an algorithm by the software to work well. To find out if it really works, just do some practice tests.

smart flight modes

The aircraft has a number of intelligent (automatic) flight functions similar to DJI Quickshots modes. It is also possible to record accelerated video in timelapse mode.

Planned flight feature helps in mapping areas

FIMI has added a feature to the drone and app where the user can define the location where he wants the drone to take pictures, which is very interesting for mapping. This type of feature is present in several DJI models and is a feature that can be added to any model with GPS through the app. This usually doesn’t happen due to product positioning strategy.

Module and support 4G

As has already happened with the FIMI X8SE 2022, the FIMI X8 Pro supports modules, being a sound box that allows the pilot to send sound from the remote control with the promise of being heard within a radius of up to 100 meters, in addition to supporting that allows the drone to load and drop items weighing up to 350 gram.

Another accessory adds support for 4G connectivity to the drone, which guarantees greater connection stability, which is important in places where the signal between the control and the drone can be blocked, such as behind a building. The module attaches to the back of the drone and is sold separately.

… It doesn’t stop there

FIMI X8 Pro still offers a number of other technologies making it one of the most complete models on the market, such as wind resistance level 8, support for flying in rain and moderate snow, two control options, one using a linked smartphone and another control with a built-in screen without the need for a smartphone.

FIMI X8 Pro price

FIMI will start selling the FIMI X8 Pro drone starting at $599 internationally. Anyone interested in buying a drone will be able to make a purchase on sites like AliExpress on March 28. The first buyers will also receive a megaphone and a dispenser module.

Official site with a drone for sale

An extremely complete drone with great specs for the price it’s worth, but to tell if all these differences really make a drone an attractive option over DJI models, just do a full review and test the features.

FIMI X8 Pro

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