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DJI Mavic 3 (4/3 CMOS Hasselblad Camera)

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Cosmetic Condition

Functionality

The DJI Mavic 3, launched in November 2021 as DJI's flagship consumer camera drone of its generation, pairs a Hasselblad-engineered 4/3 CMOS wide-angle camera with a secondary 162mm tele lens in a foldable, omnidirectional-sensing airframe. If you are weighing where to sell your drone online, our trade-in service buys it outright for cash — no auctions, no buyer negotiation, no listing fees. Before you select your configuration above, it is essential to confirm you have the standard Mavic 3 and not one of its near-identical siblings: the single-camera Mavic 3 Classic (2022), the ProRes-equipped Mavic 3 Cine with a built-in 1TB SSD, or the tri-camera Mavic 3 Pro / Pro Cine (2023). These share almost the same body shell but carry different cameras and internal storage, so they price differently and live on separate pages. Match your camera count and storage first, then choose your components above for an instant cash offer.

Confirm your exact Mavic 3 model

All five drones in this family wear almost the same foldable gray body, so the gimbal camera array is the fastest way to tell them apart. Count the lenses on the front gimbal:

Mavic 3 — 2 cameras (Hasselblad + tele) Mavic 3 Classic — 1 camera (Hasselblad only) Mavic 3 Cine — 2 cameras + 1TB SSD Mavic 3 Pro / Pro Cine — 3 cameras

This is the standard Mavic 3 if…

  • The gimbal has two lenses — a large 4/3 Hasselblad wide-angle plus a small 162mm tele camera
  • There is no built-in SSD (8GB internal storage only) — that distinguishes it from the Mavic 3 Cine
  • The model/regulatory label on the underside reads L2D-20c for the camera unit and the aircraft is identified as Mavic 3

It is NOT this page if…

  • The gimbal has only one lens → that is the Mavic 3 Classic
  • The gimbal has three lenses → that is the Mavic 3 Pro or Pro Cine
  • The drone advertises Apple ProRes recording and 1TB internal storage → that is the Mavic 3 Cine

Not sure which one you have? Our guide to finding your gadget's model walks you through locating the identifiers, and you can view the full drone trade-in catalog to match the right page.

Imaging system

Hasselblad wide-angle camera

  • 4/3 CMOS sensor, 20MP effective pixels (Hasselblad L2D-20c)
  • 24mm-equivalent lens, FOV 84°, adjustable aperture f/2.8–f/11
  • 12.8 stops of dynamic range; Hasselblad Natural Colour Solution (HNCS)
  • 12-bit RAW stills; 10-bit D-Log video color profile

Tele camera

  • 1/2" CMOS sensor, 12MP effective pixels
  • 162mm-equivalent lens, FOV 15°, aperture f/4.4
  • Up to 28× hybrid zoom; Explore mode for scouting shots

Video resolution

  • Up to 5.1K (5120×2700) at 50fps on the Hasselblad camera
  • DCI 4K / 4K up to 120fps; FHD up to 200fps slow motion
  • H.264 / H.265 encoding (the standard Mavic 3 does not support Apple ProRes — that is the Cine variant)

Gimbal

  • 3-axis mechanical stabilization (tilt, roll, pan)
  • Tilt range -90° to +35°; supports gimbal lock
  • Vision-system VDAF autofocus

Flight performance & transmission

Flight time & range

Up to 46 minutes max flight time on a single Intelligent Flight Battery, with a max flight distance of roughly 30 km and a service ceiling of 6,000 m. Level 5 wind resistance.

Transmission

DJI O3+ transmission system with a max range of up to 15 km and a smooth 1080p/60fps live feed. Compatible with DJI RC-N1, DJI RC, and DJI RC Pro controllers.

Obstacle sensing

Omnidirectional binocular vision system with an infrared sensor on the underside, paired with APAS 5.0 and Advanced Return-to-Home for collision-aware flight.

Speed & operating range

Top speed around 47 mph (21 m/s). Operating temperature -10° to 40°C (14° to 104°F).

Storage, battery & build

Internal storage

8GB internal storage (approx. 7.2GB usable) plus a microSD card slot supporting cards up to 2TB. Note: only the Mavic 3 Cine carries the 1TB built-in SSD — the standard Mavic 3 does not.

Battery & charging

DJI Mavic 3 Intelligent Flight Battery. Ships with a DJI 65W Portable Charger; full charge takes approximately 96 minutes via the included cable.

Weight

≈ 895 g (takeoff weight). The added camera count makes the Pro variants marginally heavier — another quick way to tell them apart.

Dimensions (folded)

221 × 96.3 × 90.3 mm folded (without propellers); 347.5 × 283 × 107.7 mm unfolded.

Connectivity

O3+ Transmission Wi-Fi 6 (download) Bluetooth USB-C

Compliance

FAA Remote ID compliant. US drone registration may be required for hobby or commercial flight — check current FAA guidance.

Frequently asked questions

01 How do I confirm I have the standard Mavic 3 and not the Classic, Cine, or Pro?
Count the camera lenses on the front gimbal. The standard Mavic 3 has two — a large 4/3 Hasselblad wide-angle plus a smaller 162mm tele. A single lens means you have the Mavic 3 Classic; three lenses means the Mavic 3 Pro or Pro Cine. If your drone records in Apple ProRes and has 1TB of built-in storage, it is the Mavic 3 Cine. These all look nearly identical but price differently, so matching the right page matters. Our guide to finding your gadget's model can help you confirm before you submit.
02 Can I trade in a Mavic 3 with crash damage, a worn battery, or a sticky gimbal?
Yes. We purchase drones in all operational states. Whether yours flies like new, shows propeller-arm scuffs from a hard landing, has a battery that no longer holds a full charge, exhibits gimbal motor stutter, or has a scratched camera lens, just reflect its true state in the condition grading above to lock in a firm cash value. Including the original controller, batteries, charger, propellers, and box will raise your offer.
03 Should I wipe my footage and remove the microSD card before shipping?
We strongly recommend backing up your photos and video to your computer or cloud storage, then removing your personal microSD card before packing. You should also sign out of the DJI Fly app and unbind the drone from your DJI account so the new owner can register it cleanly. Our team performs certified data sanitation on the 8GB internal storage of any drive that reaches us — review our full process on the data erasure protocols page.
04 What raises my Mavic 3 trade-in value the most, and how does selling here compare to a marketplace?
Completeness drives value: a Fly More Combo with extra Intelligent Flight Batteries, the Charging Hub, ND filters, a smart controller (DJI RC or RC Pro instead of the RC-N1), and the original box all lift your payout. Clean cosmetics and a healthy battery cycle count matter too. Compared with listing on eBay or Craigslist — where you handle photos, buyer messages, shipping risk, and fees — our trade-in service gives you one upfront cash quote and a prepaid, insured label. If you want a primer on prepping aerial camera gear for resale, our blog post on how to sell used cameras covers grading sensors, accessories, and packaging.
05 How fast do I get paid, and what payment methods are available?
Once your Mavic 3 arrives at our facility and our team finishes functional and cosmetic inspection, payment is approved within two business days. Most sellers see money in hand within roughly 5–7 business days of drop-off. You choose how you get paid: PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, or CashApp for fast digital transfers, or a physical check by mail. Your prepaid UPS shipping label is free and the shipment is insured.