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Avata 2 vs Mavic 3 Classic

Quick take: The Mavic 3 Classic has the highest resolution at 20MP; the Avata 2 is the most affordable.

22 specs side by side·0 genres scored·UK prices from Wex Photo Video and Clifton Cameras

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Full specificationsthe better value in each row is highlighted
Specification Avata 2DJI · 2024Mavic 3 ClassicDJI · 2022
Price £359Best£1,049
Resolution 12.0MP20.0MPBest
Weather Sealed Not weather sealedNot weather sealed
Mount Fixed lens (12 mm-eq f/2.8)Fixed lens (24 mm-eq f/2.8–11)
Take-off weight 377 gBest895 g
Fly without registering No — 250 g or moreNo — 250 g or more
Flight time 23 min46 minBest
Wind resistance 10.7 m/s12.0 m/sBest
Obstacle sensing No obstacle sensingOmnidirectional
Video link O4O3+
Range 10.0 kmBest8.0 km
Top speed 27.0 m/sBest21.0 m/s
Cameras 11 · variable aperture
HDR / log / 10-bit log, 10-bitHDR, log
RAW stills Not supportedYes
Vertical shooting Not supportedNot supported
Gimbal 1-axis3-axis
Intelligent flight Return-to-homeSubject tracking, waypoints, return-to-home
Storage 46 GB built in + microSD slot8 GB built in + microSD slot
Controller in the box None (goggles + controller sold separately)None (drone only)
FPV YesNot an FPV drone
Folds Fixed armsYes

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