A STUNNING FEAT OF ENGINEERING, THE DJI MATRICE 600 PRO IS A HEXACOPTER THAT REDEFINES WHAT WE CAN EXPECT FROM A CIVILIAN DRONE

BY MATTHEW MIZRACH

Though their initial application was for military use, unmanned aerial vehicles (aka “drones” ) have experienced an astonishing expansion of appeal and utility among we civilians (2019 commercial sales worldwide were $2.64 billion, according to marketwatch.com) from professional use in cinematography and photography to incorporation with delivery services like Amazon to curious hobbyists. Enter the Matrice 600 Pro from DJI a Shenzen, Chinabased company that continues to push boundaries with its easy to use UAVs for both hobbyist consumers and professionals alike. A hexacopter designed specifically with maneuverability in mind (its six rotors offering both high speed and remarkable aerial dexterity), it can transmit 1080p video at up to 60 frames per second and is compatible with all Zenmuse cameras and gimbals. The included remote controller offers HDMI, SDI, and USB ports so users can share images easily. Its max payload is a generous 13.23 pounds, and, with an extended flight time of up to 35 minutes and three global navigation satellite system receivers that provide fine tuned positioning, this is an industry standard setting model.

DJI Matrice
600 Pro Hexacopter $5,699, crutchfied.com