Zenmuse X5S

  • Shoots 5.2K CinemaDNG & Apple ProRes, 4K at 60 fps

  • 20.8 MP stills with burst shooting up to 20 fps

  • Micro Four Thirds system with 8 lens options

  • 12.8-stop dynamic range for rich details

  • Lightweight gimbal-camera for aerial filming

  • Designed exclusively for DJI Inspire 2

  • ISO 100–25600 for low-light performance

  • Operates in –20 °C to 40 °C environments

Zenmuse X5S

High-Resolution Video Capture – Records 5.2K at 30 fps in CinemaDNG or ProRes formats (up to 4.2 Gbps), and 4K video at up to 60 fps in H.264/H.265 codecs.

High-Resolution Still Imaging – Captures 20.8 MP still photos, including burst shooting at up to 20 fps in DNG format .

Advanced Micro Four Thirds Sensor – Features a 4/3″ CMOS sensor with 12.8 stops dynamic range, offering improved low-light sensitivity and image quality .

Interchangeable Lens System – Compatible with eight MFT lenses, including DJI 15 mm/1.7, Panasonic and Olympus prime/zoom options (9–45 mm) .

Stabilized Camera Gimbal Integration – Built as a compact, lightweight camera-gimbal system designed for smooth aerial footage .

Enhanced Color Accuracy & Dynamic Range – 12.8-stop DR and improved color sensitivity ensure professional-grade image fidelity .

Inspire 2 Compatibility – Works exclusively with the DJI Inspire 2 platform, leveraging CineCore 2.0 for ProRes & CinemaDNG capture .

Wide ISO Range & Robust Sensor – ISO support from 100–25600 for stills and 100–6400 for video ensures quality in low-light environments .

High Frame Rate & Multiple Video Codecs – Supports 4K up to 60 fps, 120 fps FHD, and recording in CinemaDNG, ProRes, H.264/H.265 formats .

Environmental Durability – Operates in temperatures from –20 °C to 40 °C, with storage down to –20 °C .

Compact & Lightweight – Camera and gimbal weigh approximately 461 g (with lens), designed for aerial performance .

Configurable Photo Modes – Supports single shot, burst, interval shooting (up to ∞), auto/manual exposure, AE bracket (0.7 EV bias) .

Electronic Shutter Range – Fast shutter speeds from 1/8000 s to 8 s for flexible exposure control .

Professional Workflow Integration – Records to microSD for still/video or DJI CINESSD for high-bitrate CinemaDNG/ProRes (license key required)

DJI Zenmuse X5 camera and 3-axis gimbal with interchangeable lens, micro four-thirds sensor, and professional-grade aerial imaging system for drones.

Specifications

📦 General Specifications

FeatureSpecification
Takeoff WeightApprox. 958 g
Folded Dimensions231.1 × 98 × 95.4 mm
Unfolded Dimensions347.5 × 290.8 × 107.7 mm
Max Takeoff Altitude6000 m
GNSSGPS + Galileo + BeiDou
Internal StorageMicroSD (No built-in storage)

✈️ Flight Performance

FeatureSpecification
Max Ascent Speed8 m/s
Max Descent Speed6 m/s
Max Horizontal Speed21 m/s
Max Flight TimeUp to 43 mins
Max Hovering TimeApprox. 40 mins
Max Wind Resistance10.7 m/s (Level 5)
Max Transmission Range15 km (FCC)

🌡️ Operating Conditions

FeatureSpecification
Operating Temperature-10°C to 40°C (14°F to 104°F)

📸 Camera & Imaging

FeatureSpecification
Main Camera (Hasselblad)4/3” CMOS, 20 MP, f/2.8–f/11
Medium Telephoto1/1.3” CMOS, 48 MP, f/2.8, 70 mm
Long Telephoto1/2” CMOS, 12 MP, f/3.4, 166 mm
Max Still Image SizeUp to 48 MP
Zoom Capability7x optical, 28x hybrid

📷 Photography & Video

FeatureSpecification
Video Resolution (Main)5.1K @ 50fps, 4K @ 120fps
Tele Lenses Video4K @ 60fps
Video FormatsMP4 / MOV (H.264 / H.265)
Photo Formats

Features of Zenmuse X5S

  • Professional Micro Four Thirds Sensor
    Equipped with a 20.8MP sensor and 3.4μm pixel size, the X5S captures sharp, high-resolution images with low noise and exceptional clarity.

  • 5.2K Video with CinemaDNG and Apple ProRes Support
    Supports recording in 5.2K @ 30fps CinemaDNG, 4K @ 60fps Apple ProRes, and H.264/H.265—making it suitable for film, broadcast, and commercial-grade work.

  • Interchangeable Lens System
    Compatible with 8 Micro Four Thirds lenses, including Olympus M.Zuiko, Panasonic Lumix, and DJI’s own 15mm lens—giving you creative flexibility in framing and focal length.

  • 12.8 Stops of Dynamic Range
    Wide dynamic range enables superior detail retention in both highlights and shadows, crucial for color grading and post-production.

  • High-Speed Burst Photography
    Capture fast action with up to 20fps continuous RAW shooting—ideal for tracking moving subjects or selecting perfect frames from dynamic sequences.

  • 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilization
    Integrated precision gimbal ensures steady footage in any flight condition, with ±0.01° control accuracy for smooth, cinematic motion.

  • Optimized for Inspire 2 Workflow
    Fully integrated with the Inspire 2 flight platform, allowing for seamless control, recording, focus pulling, and dual-operator support.

  • RAW & ProRes Workflow Integration
    Supports high-end editing pipelines by recording directly to DJI’s CineSSD storage—ensuring fast transfer and optimal performance in post.

  • Lightweight and Flight-Optimized
    Compact and efficient for flight, maintaining balance without sacrificing performance. Allows longer airtime while carrying advanced optics.

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