DJI Lito Series beginner drones start under $400
▼ Summary
– DJI announced the Lito 1 and Lito X1 drones, both under 249 grams to avoid registration requirements in many countries; US availability is pending, with European pricing starting at €339 for the Lito 1 and €419 for the Lito X1.
– Both drones use the screenless RC-N3 controller with a smartphone display, are not pilotable via phone alone like the DJI Neo, and are compatible with other DJI controllers such as the RC 2.
– The Lito 1 and X1 have a top speed of about 27 mph (boostable to 40 mph), lack permanent prop guards for portability, and are designed for outdoor flight with top and bottom obstacle sensors; the X1 adds a forward LIDAR sensor for better precision in low light.
– Both drones offer up to 36 minutes of flight time with the standard battery, which varies based on conditions and flying style.
– The Lito X1 features a larger 48-megapixel sensor, 10-bit D-LogM video capture, and 42GB of built-in storage, while the Lito 1 has a 40-megapixel sensor and relies on microSD cards; both capture 4K video at up to 100fps.
DJI has officially taken the wraps off its latest entry-level drones, the Lito 1 and Lito X1, joining the sub-250-gram category to sidestep registration requirements in many regions. While US availability remains unannounced, European pricing starts at €339 (roughly $397) for the Lito 1 and €419 (around $490) for the Lito X1.
Both models ship with DJI’s screenless RC-N3 controller, which relies on a smartphone as the display. Unlike the DJI Neo, however, you cannot pilot either Lito drone directly from your phone. Compatibility extends to other DJI controllers, including the RC 2, which is bundled with the X1’s €579 Fly More kit that also adds extra batteries.
Lacking permanent prop guards, the Lito 1 and X1 fold down for greater portability, but this design means they are intended primarily for outdoor flight. Top speed clocks in around 27 mph, with a boost option reaching up to 40 mph. Both drones feature top and bottom sensors for autonomous obstacle avoidance during flight, while the X1 adds a forward-facing LIDAR sensor for improved precision, especially in low-light conditions.
The included standard battery delivers up to 36 minutes of flight time per DJI’s estimates, though real-world performance will vary with flying conditions and style.
The Lito X1 steps ahead with a 48-megapixel 1/2-inch sensor, larger than the Lito 1’s 40-megapixel 1/1.3-inch sensor. Both drones capture 4K video at up to 100 fps in slow-motion mode, but the X1 adds the ability to shoot in 10-bit D-LogM for greater flexibility in post-production. Another key differentiator: the X1 includes 42GB of built-in storage, whereas the Lito 1 relies solely on microSD cards.
(Source: The Verge)
