Autel Robotics EVO II Pro 6K Rugged Bundle V3 Review
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The Autel EVO II Pro V3 remains a formidable tool for professional creators, delivering impressive 6K video and detailed 20-megapixel stills from its capable 1-inch Sony sensor. Its performance is reliable and the rugged build quality inspires confidence in the field. A significant advantage is the excellent smart controller, whose integrated screen is a welcome feature for pilots who prefer not to tether their smartphone to operate their drone. The whole package feels like a serious, professional workhorse that can handle demanding shoots.
However, the platform is undeniably showing its age. While a strong competitor upon its release, the market has evolved, and the EVO II Pro V3 now faces stiff competition from newer, potentially more advanced models. Its price point feels high for a drone in the 1-inch sensor category, especially when rivals may offer more for a similar investment. It is a solid aircraft, but it occupies a difficult position, feeling due for a significant price reduction or a full-blown successor.
- Excellent 6K video and 20MP still image quality
- Robust, confidence-inspiring build
- Smart controller with a bright, integrated display
- Captures 12-bit DNG RAW photos
- A capable alternative to DJI drones
- Feels dated compared to newer competitors
- High price point for its sensor class
- The overall platform is due for an update
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If you're already flying another Autel drone, or are looking for a complete kit with a screen built into the controller, the Autel Robotics EVO II Pro 6K Rugged Bundle V3 is a solid alternative to DJI's Mavic 3. However, it's rather expensive for a drone with a 1-inch sensor, and is due for an upgrade given its competitors.
Providing professional filmmakers and photographers with some serious imaging capabilities is the Pro 6K V3. Coming stock with an all new 20-Megapixel (MP) complementary metal-oxide semiconductor (CMOS) 1" Sony sensor, this drone can capture up to 6K Ultra HD Video in up to 29.97 frames per second (fps) as well as still images at up to 12-bit DNG.
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About this product
The Autel Robotics EVO II Pro 6K Rugged Bundle V3 provides professional aerial imaging results, combining high-end optics and digital processing with a rugged airframe. It features a Sony 20MP 1" CMOS sensor and adjustable f/2.8 to f/11 aperture, offering flexibility for 4K HDR, 6K mobile time-lapse, and 12-bit DNG photos. The bundle includes a Smart Controller SE with integrated 360-degree obstacle avoidance for safe and easy flight.
Specs
- Zoom
- 16x Optical
- Weight
- 2.6 lb / 1187 g (Takeoff) 4.4 lb / 2000 g (with Maximum Payload)
- Remote ID
- Yes
- Photo Modes
- Auto-Exposure Bracketing (AEB), Burst Shooting, Interval, Single Shot
- Aircraft I/O
- 1x USB-C (Data)
- Battery Type
- Built-In Lithium-Ion (1900 mAh)
- GNSS Support
- GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo
- Night Vision
- No
- Camera System
- 20 MP, 1"-Type CMOS Sensor with 29mm-Equivalent, f/2.8 Lens (82° FoV)
- Diagonal Size
- 15.6" / 397 mm
- Shutter Speed
- 1/8000 to 8 Seconds (Photo) 1/8000 to 1 Seconds (Video)
- Control Method
- Included Transmitter
- Sensing System
- Omnidirectional with Ultrasonic Enhancement
- Transmitter I/O
- 1x USB-A (Expansion) 1x USB-C (Power) 1x HDMI (Video)
- Built-In Display
- 6.4" (2340 x 1080) Touchscreen LCD, 800 nits/ cd/m2
- Hovering Accuracy
- Vision Positioning Vertical: ±0.3' / 0.1 m Horizontal: ±1.0' / 0.3 m GNSS Vertical: ±1.6' / 0.5 m Horizontal: ±4.9' / 1.5 m
- Number Of Cameras
- 1
- Remote Dimensions
- 9.1 x 5.1 x 4.3" / 230 x 130 x 108 mm
- Clean Video Output
- Not Specified by Manufacturer
- Maximum Hover Time
- 35 Minutes
- Maximum Tilt Angle
- 33°
- Charger Input Power
- 100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz at 1.5 A
- Gimbal Follow Speed
- Tilt: 300°/s
- Maximum Flight Time
- 40 Minutes
- Rotor Configuration
- Quadcopter
- Still Image Support
- Up to 20 MP (DNG / JPEG)
- Transmission System
- Proprietary 900 MHz / 2.4 GHz / 5.8 GHz Power at 0.9G: 33 dBm (FCC) Power at 2.4G: 20 dBm (CE/SRRC) Power at 5.8G: 33 dBm (SRRC) / 14 dBm (CE)
- Charger Power Rating
- 66 W
- Charging Temperature
- 41 to 113°F / 5 to 45°C
- Maximum Ascent Speed
- 17.9 mph / 28.8 km/h
- Operating Conditions
- 14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C
- Flight Battery Weight
- 12.9 oz / 365 g
- Gimbal Number Of Axes
- Three: Pitch (Tilt) / Roll / Yaw (Pan)
- ISO Sensitivity Range
- Photo: 100 to 6400 Video: 100 to 44,000
- Maximum Descent Speed
- 8.9 mph / 14.3 km/h
- Mobile App Compatible
- Yes: Android & iOS App Name: Autel Explorer
- Charger Output Voltage
- 13.2 V, 5 A 12 V, 1.5 A 9 V, 2 A 5 V, 3 A
- Maximum Charging Power
- 93 W
- Minimum Focus Distance
- 1.6' / 0.5 m
- Flight Battery Capacity
- 7100 mAh / 82 Wh
- Maximum Wind Resistance
- 39 mph / 62.8 km/h
- Flight Battery Chemistry
- Lithium-Ion Polymer (LiPo)
- Maximum Angular Velocity
- 120°/s (Pitch)
- Maximum Horizontal Speed
- 44.7 mph / 71.9 km/h
- Maximum Video Resolution
- Up to 6K at 30 fps / UHD 4K at 60 fps
- Maximum Take-Off Altitude
- 4.3 Miles / 7 km
- Overall Dimensions Folded
- 5.1 x 4.3 x 9.1" / 130.0 x 108.0 x 230.0 mm
- Maximum Operating Distance
- 9.3 Miles / 15 km
- Overall Dimensions Unfolded
- 22.0 x 4.3 x 18.0" / 558.0 x 108.0 x 457.0 mm
- Flight Battery Configuration
- 3 S / 11.55 V
- Remote Operating Temperature
- 14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C
- Gimbal Stabilization Accuracy
- ±0.005°
- Internal Storage In Aircraft Body
- 8 GB
- Sensing System Capabilities Upward
- Measurement Range: 1.6 to 32.8' / 0.5 to 10 m Max Speed: 11.2 mph / 5 m/s Field of View: 65° (Front-to-Back) / 65° (Side-to-Side)
- Sensing System Capabilities Forward
- Measurement Range: 1.6 to 59.1' / 0.5 to 18 m Max Speed: 26.8 mph / 12 m/s Field of View: 60° (Horizontal) / 80° (Vertical)
- Sensing System Capabilities Lateral
- Measurement Range: 1.6 to 32.8' / 0.5 to 10 m Max Speed: 11.2 mph / 5 m/s Field of View: 65° (Horizontal) / 50° (Vertical)
- Sensing System Capabilities Backward
- Measurement Range: 1.6 to 52.5' / 0.5 to 16 m Max Speed: 26.8 mph / 12 m/s Field of View: 60° (Horizontal) / 80° (Vertical)
- Sensing System Capabilities Downward
- Measurement Range: 1.6 to 32.8' / 0.5 to 10 m Max Speed: 11.2 mph / 5 m/s Field of View: 100° (Front-to-Back) / 80° (Side-to-Side)
- Internal Storage In Remote/Transmitter
- 128 GB
- Media/Memory Card Slot In Aircraft Body
- microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC [256 GB Maximum / U3/V30 or Faster Recommended]
- Gimbal Rotation Range Mechanical Yaw (Pan)
- 200° (-100 to 100°)
- Gimbal Rotation Range Controllable Yaw (Pan)
- 180° (-90 to 90°)
- Media/Memory Card Slot In Remote/Transmitter
- microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC
- Gimbal Rotation Range Mechanical Pitch (Tilt)
- 180° (-135 to 45°)
- Gimbal Rotation Range Controllable Pitch (Tilt)
- 120° (-90 to 30°)
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