DJI Spark Alpine White
16 min, 300 g, 12 MpxProduct details
Spark starts directly from the palm of the hand and does not even necessarily need a controller for control, but can be commanded completely with gestures. For more demanding maneuvers, the quadrocopter can be controlled via the DJI GO 4 app on your iPhone, iPad or Android device. The practical thing about it: in the app you can also immediately view, edit and share the recordings with your friends.
Spark has all the intelligent flight modes you are used to from its big brother DJI Mavic Pro. With "TapFly" you simply touch a place on your smartphone and Spark knows exactly where to go. The popular "ActiveTrack" function is also available. Just choose what you want to track and Spark will take care of the rest. It follows the object from behind, in front or around.
With the new QuickShoot flight modes, Spark has four automatic maneuvers for spectacular video and photo shots. These include "Rocket" (Spark climbs vertically up with the camera facing down), "Dronie" (Spark flies away from you and simultaneously upwards), "Circle" (Spark circles you while the camera is pointed at the center) and "Helix Shoot" (a combination of the other three maneuvers). Each QuickShoot mode automatically creates professional shots that you can share on the social network of your choice.
Successful aerial photography is all about smooth pictures. Spark has a mechanical 2-axis gimbal and UltraSmooth technology for stable and detailed images. The camera has a 1/2.3" CMOS sensor with 12 megapixels for photos and Full HD video recording. Spark stores the recordings either on a micro SD card or directly on your smartphone as JPEG or MP4 (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264).
With a fully charged battery Spark delivers up to 16 minutes flight time. In addition to the main camera, fixed down cameras, two forward facing 3D sensing cameras, the dual-band satellite positioning system (GPS/GLONASS), IMU and 24 processors provide more security. Spark is able to detect obstacles in the flight path up to 5 m in advance. When the battery is low, Spark automatically returns to the starting point - and lands comfortably in your palm.
Remote control method | Control via Smartphone, Digital radio remote control |
Level | Advanced, Beginner |
Flight range | Outdoor |
Max. video resolution standard | Full HD |
Drone type | Quadrocopter |
UAV functions | Failsafe, GPS, Gyroscope, Return Home Function |
Battery life | 16 min |
Item number | 6334419 |
Colour group | White |
Age group | 16+ years, 18+ years |
Level | Advanced, Beginner |
Flight range | Outdoor |
Drone application range | Selfie |
Number of rotors | 4 x |
Engine type | Electric motor |
Drone type | Quadrocopter |
Max. range | 2000 m |
Execution | RTF Ready-To-Fly |
UAV functions | Failsafe, GPS, Gyroscope, Return Home Function |
Max. flight speed | 50 km/h |
Max. Flight time | 16 min |
Video file formats | AVC, H.264, mp4, MPEG-4 |
Bracket type | 1-axis gimbal, Stabilizing holder |
Photo resolution | 12 Mpx |
Image sensor format | 1/2,3'' |
Aperture | f/2.6 |
Max. Video resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
Max. frame rate | Full HD (30fps) |
Max. video resolution standard | Full HD |
Memory card type | microSD |
Remote control method | Control via Smartphone, Digital radio remote control |
Radio frequency | 2.40 GHz |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Number of batteries | 1 |
Battery life | 16 min |
Charging time | 80 min |
Battery type | LiPo |
Capacity | 1480 mAh |
Voltage | 11.40 V |
Scope of delivery | 1 battery, 1 charger, 6 Propeller, Drone, Micro USB cable, Transportation box |
Additionally required (not included) | Mobile phone or tablet |
Length | 143 mm |
Width | 143 mm |
Height | 55 mm |
Weight | 300 g |
Length | 25 cm |
Width | 20 cm |
Height | 7 cm |
Weight | 678 g |
Reviews & Ratings
Statutory warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Drone» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Galaxus- 1.DJI2,2 %
- 1.HoverAir2,2 %
- 3.Revell5,3 %
Statutory warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Galaxus- 1.HoverAir6 days
- 2.DJI18 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Drone» category returned?
Source: Galaxus- 2.Revell2,1 %
- 3.DF-Models3,4 %
- 4.DJI4 %
- 5.HoverAir4,4 %
- 6.BetaFPV9,2 %
Die Spark zeigt, dass DJI über jede Menge Know-how in der Drohnentechnik verfügt. Die automatischen Flugmanöver, besonders aber die Verfolgung einer Person mittels Active Track machen Luftaufnahmen für jedermann leicht. Manko sind hier gewissen Zweifel in puncto Datenschutz.
- klein
- steht größeren Modellen kaum nach
- kurze Laufzeit
Die Spark von DJI ist kaum größer als die Akkus der meisten übrigen Testkandidaten. Somit kann sie praktisch auf jede Rad- oder Wandertour und in den Urlaub mitkommen. Dank Gestensteuerung fliegt sie auch ohne Fernbedienung. Ausstattung, Kamera und Flugeigenschaften können mit den anderen DJI-Drohnen locker mithalten...
Die Spark eignet sich optimal für Einsteiger, bietet aber genug Möglichkeiten für Vielflieger. Klar, die Spark ist keine Mavic Pro, doch das will sie auch nicht sein. Wenn Ihr gerne die Welt von oben sehen möchtet und dafür keine 4K-Auflösung benötigt, kann die kleine, leichte Spark ein toller Begleiter für den nächsten Urlaubstrip sein.
Wie auch immer DJI das geschafft hat: Die Spark ist ein echter Kracher, ultrakompakt, leicht zu steuern und mit rund 600 Euro noch erschwinglich. Das wird vermutlich viele Drohnen-Interessierte zu einem Kauf verleiten. Bei all der Euphorie bleibt nur zu hoffen, dass sich trotz der simplen Gestensteuerung alle Drohnen-Lenker an die geltenden Regeln halten und ihr Fluggerät eben nicht einfach überall...