DJI Mini 5 Drone Images And Key Specs Take Flight In Leak Ahead Of Launch
One of the latest leaked images and specs of DJI's Mini 5 Pro comes from an unusual source: a trash can at a printing office. Practically overnight, this discarded retail box misprint has given enthusiasts and netizens exciting information to munch on, such as LiDAR obstacle avoidance and a full inch camera, bringing the junior DJI model closer to Mavic Pro territory than ever before.
Among some of the juicy specs the alleged retail box has revealed is the rumored inclusion of a one-inch camera sensor, a major leap from the 1/1.3-incher from the Mini 4 Pro. This upgrade would therefore bring vastly superior image quality, particularly in low-light conditions, and possibly 4K/120 video recording to the masses. The leaked specifications also hint at a "high-quality 48mm Med-Tele Mode," likely meaning an in-sensor crop. The leak also touts true vertical shooting with 225-degree gimbal rotation.Box Dji Mini 5 Pro 😙 pic.twitter.com/ouGi1KmcTj
— AnhKiet (@KietN7650) August 1, 2025
Another star of the show appears to be integrated LiDAR-based omnidirectional obstacle avoidance. A first for the Mini series, LiDAR would allow the craft to navigate complex environments, even at night, which is far safer and more accessible for beginners and seasoned pilots alike. Coupled with upgraded ActiveTrack. the Mini 5 Pro could prove to be a strong challenger even against it's higher-end brethren.
Wow, that went fast. Just after reading the confirmed #Mini5pro features, somebody at @dronehacks_ found a clear render of the Mini 5 in their software and decided to show it to the world. Here it is (Cleaned it up a bit). https://t.co/Sbv4LKBMFi pic.twitter.com/IGXC0LWJ6R
— Jasper Ellens | X27 (@JasperEllens) August 3, 2025
As for availability, some reports are saying that the initial August 7 release is being pushed back, possibly to September. And in case you missed it, DJI has stopped offering its products officially in the U.S. until further notice. With the global trade and economy unlikely to change for the better any time soon, the DJI Mini 5 Pro might only be available at certain U.S. online retailers as imports, as is the case with DJI's new Osmo 360 camera.
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