DJI Zenmuse X5
About the DJI Zenmuse X5
The DJI Zenmuse X5 is a 16 MP Micro Four Thirds interchangeable-lens camera for Inspire 1 and Matrice 100. DJI lists H.264 4K recording to Class 10 microSD; the lossless SSD/RAW workflow belongs to the separate X5R model. Check exact lens size and gimbal balance before pairing.
Technical Specifications
| Type | M43 interchangeable-lens camera payload |
| Dimensions / Weight | 120×135×140 mm / 530 g (incl. lens) |
| Sensor | 4/3 CMOS, 16 MP, max 4608×3456 |
| Lens Mount | M43 with autofocus (DJI MFT 15mm f/1.7 standard) |
| ISO | 100–25600 |
| Gimbal | ±0.02° angular vibration |
| DJI-listed X5 lenses | DJI MFT 15 mm, Panasonic Lumix 15 mm and Olympus M.Zuiko 12 mm; lens size/weight and balance must fit the gimbal |
| Default DJI 15 mm lens | f/1.7–f/16, 72° diagonal FOV, 30 mm equivalent; autofocus from 0.2 m to infinity |
| Video resolution | 4096×2160 at 23.98p; 3840×2160 at 29.97/23.98p; FHD up to 59.94p |
| Video recording | MPEG-4/AVC/H.264 in MP4 or MOV on Class 10 microSD |
| RAW boundary | X5 supports DNG still photos; X5R is the separate lossless-video model with an integrated 512 GB SSD |
| Electronic shutter | 8 to 1/8000 s |
| Exposure modes | Program, shutter priority, aperture priority and manual |
| Gimbal control range | Pitch -90° to +30°; pan ±320° |
| Supported aircraft | DJI Inspire 1 and Matrice 100 per DJI X5 FAQ; not a stand-alone camera |
| Data Source | DJI Zenmuse X5 official product information and FAQ: https://www.dji.com/zenmuse-x5/info |
Common Failure Modes
Symptoms: Photos or video are soft, black, distorted or fail to focus where focus is supported.
Likely areas: Approved lens, gimbal balance, autofocus, sensor path, camera settings and mount connector.
Check the lens and capture settings before treating the sensor as defective.
Symptoms: Horizon tilt, vibration, overload or abnormal gimbal movement.
Likely areas: Gimbal, mount, dampers, firmware and calibration.
Do not force the gimbal; verify a controlled stabilization test after service.
Symptoms: Recording stops, files are missing or the camera is not recognized.
Likely areas: Class 10 microSD, H.264 recording settings, firmware, mount and data path.
Preserve original files and check media compatibility before replacing boards.
Symptoms: Damaged housing, scratched optics, wet contacts or corrosion after exposure.
Likely areas: Housing, lens, contacts and internal power path.
Follow the model-specific IP rating and isolate a damaged unit before reuse.
Repair Notes
Confirm Zenmuse X5 rather than X5R/X5S, the supported Inspire 1 or Matrice 100 mount, and an approved balanced lens.
Test autofocus, DNG stills and H.264 video on supported Class 10 microSD; do not expect X5R SSD/RAW-video functions on X5.
Power off before detaching the payload. Inspect connector contacts and gimbal movement without forcing the axes.
After service, verify stabilization, representative still/video capture and file integrity in a controlled test.
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