Why this could be the right choice for you
Choose the Zenmuse L3 when your mapping work needs more range, more detail, and more confidence than standard aerial imaging can offer. It is built for serious data capture on large, technical, or high-value sites.
Long-range LiDAR power.
Dual 100 MP mapping cameras.
Built for high-accuracy data.
Made for the Matrice 400.
Long-range LiDAR for bigger jobs
With 1535 nm LiDAR and up to 950 m detection range under DJI test conditions, the L3 is built for larger areas, taller flight heights, and serious mapping work.
Sharper data through difficult terrain
The L3 supports up to 16 returns and uses a smaller laser spot than the L2, helping capture more useful ground data through vegetation and complex environments.
Dual 100 MP cameras for richer outputs
The dual RGB mapping cameras give wide visual coverage and help capture both point cloud and image data in one flight.
Built for real survey conditions
With IP54 protection and a -20°C to 50°C operating range, the L3 is made for demanding outdoor mapping, mining, forestry, and infrastructure environments.
Massive coverage with the M400
When paired with the DJI Matrice 400, DJI states the L3 can collect up to 10 km² in a single flight and up to 100 km² per day under stated conditions.
Point Cloud System Accuracy: At 120 m flight altitude – Vertical 3 cm (RMSE), Horizontal 4 cm (RMSE); At 300 m flight altitude – Vertical 5 cm (RMSE), Horizontal 7.5 cm (RMSE)
Point Cloud Thickness: 1.2 cm @ 120 m (1σ); 2 cm @ 300 m (1σ)
Combined Horizontal FOV (Dual RGB Mapping Cameras): 107°
RGB Ground Sampling Distance (GSD): 3 cm @ 300 m nadir flight altitude
Weight: 1.60 kg (without single gimbal connector); connector 145 g
Dimensions: 192 × 162 × 202 mm (L × W × H)
Power: 64 W (typical), 100 W (max)
Supported Aircraft: DJI Matrice 400 RTK (with Zenmuse L3 single gimbal connector)
Ingress Protection Rating: IP54
Operating Temperature: −20 °C to +50 °C (−4 °F to +122 °F)
Storage Temperature: −40 °C to +70 °C (−40 °F to +158 °F)