Zenmuse Series / Released 2018
DJI Zenmuse XT2
Zenmuse Series
Payload
About the DJI Zenmuse XT2
Zenmuse XT2 is DJI and FLIR’s 2018 dual visible/thermal payload. DJI lists a 12 MP 1/1.7-inch visible camera with up to 3840 × 2160 at 29.97p, plus model-dependent 640 × 512 or 336 × 256 thermal imaging. The thermal lens, resolution and export frame rate vary by XT2 SKU; match the exact label before comparing performance or ordering parts.
Technical Specifications
| Device Class | Dual visible/thermal three-axis gimbal payload; camera specifications vary by XT2 SKU |
| Dimensions | 25 mm lens: 123.7 × 112.6 × 127.1 mm; other lens versions: 118.02 × 111.6 × 125.5 mm |
| Weight | 25 mm lens: 629 g; other lens versions: 588 g |
| Ingress Protection | IP44 |
| Visible Camera | 1/1.7-inch CMOS, 12 MP; fixed 8 mm lens; 57.12° × 42.44° field of view |
| Visible Video | 3840 × 2160 at 29.97p or 1920 × 1080 at 29.97p; MOV or MP4 |
| Lens Replacement | DJI states that neither the thermal nor the visual camera lens can be replaced. |
| Thermal Imager | Uncooled VOx microbolometer; 640 × 512 or 336 × 256, depending on SKU; 17 μm pixel pitch |
| Thermal Lens Options | 9, 13, 19 or 25 mm; resolution/lens combinations differ by model |
| Thermal Spectral Band | 7.5–13.5 μm |
| Thermal Sensitivity | NEdT: <50 mk @ f/1.0 (DJI’s printed unit notation) |
| Thermal Frame Rates | DJI lists 30 Hz full-frame and exportable <9 Hz configurations; verify the exact SKU and regional version |
| Thermal Scene Range | High gain: −25°C to 135°C (640 × 512) or −25°C to 100°C (336 × 256); low gain: −40°C to 550°C |
| Thermal Formats | JPEG, TIFF and radiometric R-JPEG photos; MOV/MP4 8-bit video or TIFF Sequence/SEQ 14-bit video per recording mode |
| Gimbal | Detachable; ±0.01° angular vibration; controllable tilt +30° to −90° and pan ±320° |
| Gimbal Mechanical Range | Tilt: +45° to −130°; pan: ±330°; roll: −90° to +60° |
| Gimbal Max Controllable Speed | Tilt: 90°/s; pan: 90°/s |
| DJI-Listed Aircraft | M200 Series and M200 Series V2; Matrice 600 Pro with certain intelligent functions unavailable; Matrice 300 RTK is also listed as compatible |
| M300 RTK Mounting | XT2 can only use the 1st gimbal port; upward mounting and the 2nd gimbal port are unsupported. |
| App / Storage | DJI Pilot in DJI’s XT2 FAQ; microSD, up to 128 GB listed |
| Official Sources | https://www.dji.com/support/product/zenmuse-xt2; https://www.dji.com/ch/media-center/announcements/dji-gives-drones-more-power-for-commercial-use (checked 2026-10-16) |
Common Failure Modes
Visible or thermal image issue
medium
Symptoms: One camera view is missing, blurred or not aligned.
Likely areas: lens windows, storage, app mode, connector and gimbal
Verify the XT2 SKU, recording mode and aircraft/app combination before diagnosing hardware.
Thermal measurement concern
medium
Symptoms: Apparent temperature differs from an independent reference.
Likely areas: surface emissivity/reflection, atmosphere, gain mode and calibration
Follow DJI thermal-measurement guidance; reflections and ambient conditions can change readings.
Repair Notes
Variant identity
Read the XT2 model code to distinguish thermal resolution, lens and frame-rate versions.
Aircraft fit
DJI lists different feature support on M200-series aircraft and Matrice 600 Pro; do not infer universal compatibility.
Service
Inspect the payload and aircraft as an exact pair; confirm parts and written service scope after diagnosis.
Product & Parts Mapping Status
No current Reboot Hub product route or model-specific Parts Atlas mapping is shown until exact evidence is verified. Use the primary technical source above for the current model boundary.
DJI Zenmuse XT2 — frequently asked questions
Is Zenmuse XT2 the same camera as Zenmuse XT?
No. XT2 combines visible and thermal cameras. DJI lists multiple XT2 thermal lens, resolution and frame-rate SKUs, so confirm the exact payload model rather than using Zenmuse XT specifications.
Does Zenmuse XT2 record 4K thermal video?
No. DJI lists 4K at 29.97p for the visible camera. Thermal imaging is listed at 640 × 512 or 336 × 256, depending on the XT2 SKU.
Which aircraft does DJI list for Zenmuse XT2?
DJI lists the M200 Series, M200 Series V2, Matrice 600 Pro and Matrice 300 RTK as compatible. Some XT2 intelligent functions are unavailable on Matrice 600 Pro. On M300 RTK, XT2 is limited to the 1st gimbal port; upward mounting and the 2nd port are unsupported.
Are all Zenmuse XT2 thermal versions identical?
No. DJI lists different thermal resolutions, 9/13/19/25 mm lens options and export frame rates. Use the unit’s model code and DJI documentation for that variant.
Can the XT2 camera lenses be replaced?
DJI states that neither the thermal nor visible camera lens can be replaced.
What do DJI’s XT2 specifications say about thermal export frame rate?
DJI’s XT2 support specifications state “Exportable Frame Rates <9 Hz,” while the FAQ on that same page describes “9Hz and 30Hz.” These are different source statements; DJI does not establish that <9 Hz and nominal 9 Hz are equivalent.
Do DJI sources agree on XT2 interval shooting options?
No. DJI’s XT2 support specifications list intervals of 2, 3, 5, 7, 10, 15, 20 and 30 seconds. DJI’s XT comparison lists 2, 3, 4, 7, 10, 15, 20 and 30 seconds. The sources differ on 5 versus 4 seconds.
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