DJI Spark
Quick Answer
The DJI Spark is a Spark series DJI drone released in 2017, with 300 g, 1/2.3-inch CMOS, FHD/30fps, 16 min, Up to 2 km (FCC, controller); varies by region, and Enhanced Wi-Fi connectivity. Reboot Hub uses this page as a technical reference for specs, compatible OEM parts, common repair planning, and inspected pre-owned buying checks.
DJI Spark Comparison Snapshot
| Model position | Spark series DJI drone, released 2017 |
| Flight profile | 300 g takeoff weight; 16 min flight time |
| Camera profile | 1/2.3-inch CMOS; FHD/30fps video |
| Signal profile | Enhanced Wi-Fi; Up to 2 km (FCC, controller); varies by region max range |
| Repair comparison | Compare shell, arm, ESC, flex cable, GPS, vision sensor, and gimbal availability before choosing between this model and another DJI drone. |
| Buying comparison | For pre-owned units, prioritize serial verification, battery health, gimbal calibration, flight test evidence, and warranty coverage over headline price alone. |
About the DJI Spark
DJI Spark is a 300 g compact camera drone with a 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor, FHD/30fps video and an approximately 16-minute flight rating under DJI test conditions. With its remote controller, Enhanced Wi-Fi is rated up to 2 km FCC; CE is rated up to 500 m at 2.4 GHz or 300 m at 5.8 GHz. Direct mobile-device Wi-Fi control has a separate 100 m horizontal/50 m height specification. All link ratings require unobstructed, interference-free conditions.
Technical Specifications
| Takeoff Weight | 300 g |
| Dimensions | 143×143×55 mm |
| Max Ascent Speed | 9.8 ft/s (3 m/s) in Sport Mode without wind |
| Max Descent Speed | 9.8 ft/s (3 m/s) in Auto Landing Mode |
| Max Speed | 31 mph (50 kph) in Sport Mode without wind |
| Max Flight Time | 16 minutes (no wind at a consistent 12.4 mph (20 kph)) |
| Max Hovering Time | 15 minutes (no wind) |
| Operating Temperature Range | 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C) |
| Satellite Positioning Systems | GPS/GLONASS |
| Altitude Range | 0-26 ft (0 - 8 m) |
| Electronic Shutter Speed | 2-1/8000 s |
| Net Weight | Approx. 0.2 lbs (95 g) |
| Sensor | 1/2.3" CMOS |
| Lens | FOV 81.9° 25 mm (35 mm format equivalent) f/2.6 |
| ISO Range | Video: 100-3200 |
| Image Size | 3968×2976 |
| Still Photography Modes | Single shot; 3-shot burst; 3-frame AEB at 0.7 EV; timed 2/3/5/7/10/15/20/30/60 s. |
| Video Resolution | FHD: 1920×1080 30p |
| Max Video Bitrate | 24 Mbps |
| Supported File Systems | FAT32 |
| Photo Format | JPEG |
| Video Format | MP4 (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) |
| Controllable Range | Pitch: -85° to 0° |
| Stabilization | 2-axis mechanical (pitch, roll) |
| Obstacle Sensing Range | 1-16 ft (0.2 - 5 m) |
| Operating Environment | Detects diffuse reflective surfaces (>20%) larger than 20x20 cm (walls, trees, people, etc.) |
| Transmitter Power (EIRP) | 2.4 GHz |
| Operating Frequency | 2.400 - 2.483 GHz; 5.725 - 5.825 GHz |
| Mobile Device Control Distance | Wi-Fi mobile-device control: up to 100 m horizontally and 50 m in height, unobstructed and free of interference. |
| Diagonal Distance (propellers excluded) | 170 mm |
| Max Service Ceiling Above Sea Level | 13,123 feet (4,000 m) |
| Hover Accuracy Range | Vertical: ±0.1 m with vision positioning or ±0.5 m otherwise; horizontal: ±0.3 m with vision positioning or ±1.5 m otherwise. |
| Velocity Range | ≤22.4 mph (36 kph) at 6.6 ft (2 m) above ground |
| Operating Range | 0-98 ft (0 - 30 m) |
| Remote Controller Battery | 2970 mAh |
| Operating Current/Voltage | 950 mAh @3.7 V |
| Voltage | 11.4 V |
| Model | Sandisk 16/32 GB UHS-1 Micro SDHC |
| Official detailed specs | https://www.dji.com/cn/support/product/spark (checked 2026-10-16) |
| Flight Battery | DJI Spark Intelligent Flight Battery: 1480 mAh, 11.4 V, 16.87 Wh, LiPo 3S. |
| Official flight battery specs | https://www.dji.com/spark/info (checked 2026-10-16) |
| Remote Controller Transmission Distance | 2.4 GHz: up to 2 km (FCC) or 500 m (CE/SRRC/MIC); 5.8 GHz: up to 2 km (FCC), 300 m (CE), or 1.2 km (SRRC), unobstructed and free of interference. |
Common Failure Modes
Symptoms: Cracked shell, bent arm, loose landing gear, abnormal vibration, or visible crash damage.
Likely areas: outer shell, arms, landing gear, motor mounts
Inspect the airframe before powering on and verify the exact replacement part against the model variant.
Symptoms: Motor start failure, rough spin, propulsion warning, overheating, or unstable hover.
Likely areas: motor, arm wiring, ESC board, power connectors
Check for impact damage, cable strain, and water exposure before replacing boards or motors.
Symptoms: Camera shake, gimbal overload warning, tilted horizon, calibration failure, or no camera image.
Likely areas: gimbal assembly, vibration board, camera module, gimbal flex cable
Avoid forcing the gimbal by hand and recalibrate after any gimbal or camera service.
Symptoms: Positioning drift, obstacle sensing warning, compass or IMU calibration prompt, or unstable low-altitude hover.
Likely areas: vision sensors, IMU, GPS/GNSS board, sensor flex cables
Clean sensor windows and verify calibration after shell, sensor, or board replacement.
Repair Notes
Confirm the exact model, variant, error message, and visible damage before selecting parts. Do not substitute parts from a similar model without verification.
Remove the battery before opening the aircraft. Check for moisture, corrosion, and overheated connectors before reconnecting power.
Flex cables and coaxial cables are fragile. Route them without sharp bends and inspect connector locks before closing the shell.
After replacing gimbal, vision, GNSS, IMU, shell, arm, or propulsion parts, run the required calibration and perform a controlled low-altitude test.
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