The DJI Matrice 4 Series is DJI’s newest addition to its enterprise drone lineup, redefining performance standards for professionals in surveying, mapping, inspections, and public safety.
This series includes two new aircraft: the Matrice 4 Enterprise (M4E) and the Matrice 4 Thermal (M4T). Both models are designed to handle complex operations with advanced features like multi-sensor payloads, enhanced AI capabilities, and industry-leading precision tools such as a laser rangefinder and multi-directional oblique capture.
As the the spiritual successor to the Mavic 3 Enterprise Series, the M4 Series introduces faster flight speeds, improved low-light performance, extended zoom capabilities, and superior thermal imaging. While the Mavic 3 Enterprise Series, including the Mavic 3 Enterprise (M3E) and Mavic 3 Thermal (M3T), remain an incredibly capable option for lightweight, portable missions, the Matrice 4 Series is the next evolution in the DJI Enterprise suite.
In this blog, we’ll break down the key differences between these two flagship series, highlighting the features, upgrades, and use cases that set the Matrice 4 Series apart.
High-Level Specs At-a-Glance
Camera & Sensor Specs
Detailed Features Breakdown
Camera Systems
The DJI Matrice 4 Series introduces enhancements in its camera systems. Both the Matrice 4 Enterprise (M4E) and Matrice 4 Thermal (M4T) feature advanced multi-sensor payloads, including a wide-angle camera, a medium telephoto camera, and a 7x telephoto camera.
The wide-angle camera on the Matrice 4 models uses a 1/1.3” CMOS sensor with 48MP and an f/1.7 aperture, delivering enhanced low-light imaging. The 7x telephoto camera, with a 1/1.5” CMOS sensor, enables detailed imaging from a safe distance, making it ideal for inspections and public safety missions.
In contrast, the Mavic 3 Enterprise (M3E) uses a 20MP 4/3 CMOS wide-angle camera with a mechanical shutter for precision mapping, while the Mavic 3 Thermal (M3T) combines a 1/2” CMOS telephoto camera with hybrid zoom capabilities and a thermal camera for dual-purpose missions.
Thermal Imaging
The Matrice 4 Thermal (M4T) features a thermal camera with a resolution of 640 × 512 at 30Hz, comparable to the Mavic 3 Thermal (M3T). However, the M4T has additional features, such as a deeper focal length and NIR illumination, which improve its performance in low-light and nighttime operations.
These new features make the M4T particularly effective for search and rescue missions or inspecting critical infrastructure in challenging conditions. While the M3T offers reliable thermal capabilities for routine tasks, the M4T’s enhancements elevate it to a new level of versatility and precision.
AI and Intelligent Flight
The Matrice 4 Series is equipped with advanced AI capabilities, including real-time object detection of vehicles, vessels, and people, as well as intelligent flight modes like Smart Track and FlyTo.
These features streamline workflows, allowing drones operators to automate complex tasks such as surveillance, inspections, and mapping. Additionally, the Matrice 4 models introduce Cruise mode, enabling consistent speed and direction during long-distance operations.
Flight Performance
The Matrice 4 Series provides superior flight performance with a maximum horizontal speed of 21 m/s and a flight time of up to 49 minutes, allowing for efficient coverage of large areas.
Omnidirectional obstacle avoidance, powered by six fisheye sensors, enhances safety even in low-light conditions. By contrast, the Mavic 3 Enterprise Series has a flight speed of 15 m/s and a maximum flight time of 45 minutes, making it a dependable option for smaller-scale missions. Its five-directional obstacle sensing is effective but less comprehensive than the Matrice 4 Series.
Mapping Efficiency
For mapping and surveying, the Matrice 4 Enterprise (M4E) improves on the Mavic 3 Enterprise (M3E) with features like 5-directional oblique capture, which improves efficiency by 40%, and Smart 3D Capture, which automates 3D modeling workflows. The M4E also boasts a faster shooting interval of 0.5 seconds compared to the M3E’s 0.7 seconds, reducing time spent on-site.
These capabilities make the M4E ideal for large-scale, high-complexity projects. While the M3E remains a reliable choice for precision mapping with its mechanical shutter and three-directional oblique capture, it is better suited for less demanding tasks.
Enterprise Accessories
The Matrice 4 Series offers an array of new accessories, including a gimbal-following spotlight, a real-time voice speaker, and an integrated laser rangefinder with a range of up to 1,800 meters.
These accessories, combined with the new DJI RC Plus 2 Enterprise controller featuring a 7-inch ultra-bright screen and 4G enhanced transmission, provide unparalleled operational flexibility.
Elevate Your Operations with the Matrice 4 Series
Learn More about the Matrice 4 Series
The DJI Matrice 4 Series represents the next evolution in enterprise drone technology, delivering unmatched precision, advanced AI capabilities, and versatile payload options for inspections, mapping, and public safety use cases. With new features like multi-directional oblique capture, integrated laser rangefinding, and enhanced thermal imaging, the Matrice 4 Series is designed to tackle your most complex operations with ease.
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