Key Takeaways
1. DJI is expected to officially launch the Neo drone by the end of October, with a teaser hinting at a release date of October 30.
2. The Neo 2 features significant upgrades, including a better gimbal for 2-axis stabilization and front-facing omnidirectional sensors.
3. The drone is anticipated to use DJI’s new OcuSync 4 technology for improved connectivity.
4. Video performance upgrades include an increase from 4K/30 FPS to 4K/60 FPS, along with support for 10-bit HDR and D-Log M.
5. The starting price for the Neo 2 is projected to be $229, with various bundle options available.
We are still waiting for an official word from DJI about the global launch of its upcoming Neo drone, which is expected by the end of this month. To summarize, there were rumors that the Neo 2 would be released alongside the Osmo Mobile 8 and Mic 3 Pro next month. However, DJI has already begun selling the Osmo Mobile 8 in China.
Anticipated Release Date
In a similar vein, DJI’s Chinese branch has hinted that the Neo 2 will also arrive before the end of the month. Specifically, they shared a teaser linked to October 30. Based on the images of the propeller and propeller guard, it seems the Neo 2 maintains a similar design to the original DJI Neo, which is currently priced at $199 on Amazon.
New Features and Upgrades
Igor Bogdanov has pointed this out in some recent leaks. The photos suggest that the Neo 2 improves on its predecessor in multiple ways. For instance, it boasts a better gimbal, which Bogdanov indicates can support 2-axis stabilization. Additionally, DJI has incorporated front-facing omnidirectional sensors that surround the drone’s expected 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensor.
Connectivity and Performance
On the back of the drone, there’s what looks like a removable module of some kind. According to The New Camera, the Neo 2 will also utilize DJI’s OcuSync 4 technology. This leads us to believe that DJI has created a new OcuSync module that will first appear with the Neo 2.
Moreover, The New Camera claims that DJI is upgrading the Neo platform from 4K/30 FPS to 4K/60 FPS, along with support for 10-bit HDR and D-Log M. The new 1/1.3-inch CMOS camera reportedly offers 13.5 EV stops of dynamic range, setting it apart from the original Neo. As of now, the same source states that the Neo 2 will have a starting price of $229, along with various bundle options available.
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