Inspire 3 drone team
DJI Inspire 3
The DJI Inspire 3 is our go-to platform for many film, television, and commercial productions in Los Angeles. Designed as a compact, self-contained system, it allows our crew to move quickly and efficiently on set while still delivering great image quality results. Depending on the complexity of the shoot, the Inspire 3 is operated by a two or three-person drone crew, ensuring precise control, safety, and seamless integration into production workflows.
With its full-frame sensor, dual native ISO for strong low-light performance, and the ability to capture up to 8K RAW footage, the Inspire 3 delivers exceptional image quality that matches modern cinema cameras. Its dedicated set of spherical prime lenses provides creative flexibility, while long flight times and stable, agile flight characteristics make it ideal for a wide range of aerial shots—from controlled cinematic moves to dynamic tracking sequences.
This system is especially well-suited for productions that need a streamlined aerial solution without sacrificing image quality. The Inspire 3 integrates easily with existing camera packages on set, making it a reliable choice for directors and cinematographers looking for efficient, high-performance drone filming.
CREW
Drone Pilot
Camera Operator
Visual Observer / Safety
DRONE
Inspire 3 Main Drone
Inspire 3 X9 Backup Drone
12 Lipo flight batteries
DJI Charging Station
CAMERA
DJI X9 Camera
• 14+ Stops of Dynamic Range
• Dual Native ISO 800 & 4000
• 35mm full-frame CMOS
• 8k RAW Cinema DNG, ProRes RAW
1TB SSD cards x3
DJI Follow Focus
Director’s/VTR Wireless Transmission Monitor
LENS KIT
DL 18mm F2.8
DL 24mm F2.8
DL 35mm F2.8
DL 50mm F2.8
DL 75mm F1.8
Tiffen ND, Polarizing, Pro-mist Filter Kits
DRONE TEAM SUPPORT VEHICLE*
MB Sprinter Crew Van
Drone Camera Cart
Ear Tech Communication System
Honda 2200i Generators
Fire Extinguishers
FAA DOCS, FILM PERMIT PAPERWORK, AND INSURANCE
Up to $10M aviation liability insurance
FAA documentation & location permitting support