If you purchased a DJI Neo recently and you are eager to jump into the world of FPV (first person view) flying at an entry level price point, DJI has an offer for you. Today, the company has released its newest DJI Goggles N3. The Goggles are compatible with the DJI Neo and DJI Avata 2 drones, enabling pilots to immerse themselves in thrilling aerial adventures at an accessible price.
New design for more comfort with an ultra-wide screen
The DJI Goggles N3 have a different interior design than the more expensive DJI Goggles 3 (which were launched earlier this year together with the DJI Avata 2). The DJI Goggles N3 opt for a single 1080p screen, diverging from the dual-screen setup of the premium Goggles 3. This design not only accommodates eyeglass wearers but also simplifies the setup for beginners. There is much more room, so pilots can keep their eyeglasses on, instead of making diopter adjustments or lens installations to correct their vision in-flight.
Similar to the Goggles 3, the new N3 version comes with a headband and battery integrated into it to balance the weight, ensuring a light and comfortable fit.
Single Display vs Dual Display: Goggles with dual screens allow for better depth perception because each eye gets a slightly different view, which can mimic natural human vision more closely. This can make flying feel more intuitive and realistic. It should also reduce eyestrain over prolonged sessions
Due to the design, the Goggles N3 are significantly bigger than the Goggles 3 version and about 50g heavier. However, the new goggles are very comfortable and there is no facial pressure.
I need to mention, that the FOV (field of view) of the new Goggles N3 is impressive – 54° and the image quality is also great and crystal clear.
The new model´s display has a refresh rate of only 60Hz, while the Goggles 3 offer up to 100Hz display refresh rate. Why is this important, you might ask.
Refresh Rate is the number of times per second that the display updates with new images. A higher refresh rate means the screen updates more frequently. For instance, 100Hz means the screen refreshes 100 times per second, while 60Hz means it refreshes 60 times per second. Therefore with a higher refresh rate it makes motion appear smoother and reduce/eliminate judder. From my perspective a 60Hz display is absolutely OK for flying the DJI Neo, but a no-go for professional FPV racing pilots.
Similar to the FPV Goggles V2 (two generations before), there is no LED for the battery status of the Goggles.
Video Transmission
The Goggles N3 are equipped with DJI’s advanced O4 (OcuSync 4) digital video transmission system, featuring a 6-antenna design: 2x Transmitter and 4x Receiver Antennas. With 1080p/60fps live feeds, an average low latency of 31 ms (with Avata 2), and a transmission range of up to 13 km (in FCC mode), the system maintains stable, near-synchronous flight perceptions.
However, if you decide to use the Goggles with the DJI Neo and enter the world of FPV, the latency increases to 58ms. The latency is high, but still perfectly fine for novice Neo pilots.
The goggles automatically select the optimal frequency band between 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz based on the environment, ensuring a smooth live view, even when flying at a high speed.
Other features
If you pair the Goggles N3 with a DJI Neo and a DJI RC Motion 3 controller, an augmented reality (AR) cursor can be used to activate functions and adjust camera settings from the goggles’ screen before the aircraft takes off or while it’s braking or hovering.
Similar to the Goggles 3, the new model offers a one-tap defogging turns on an internal fan to circulate air, removing condensation and keeping the pilot’s view crystal-clear and fog-free.
If you want to share the view from the sky with a friend, you can easily connect the Goggles with a smartphone through the DJI Fly App and a UBS-C cable.
Operational Time
When fully charged, DJI Goggles N3 can last nearly three hours, allowing pilots to explore the skies and expand their creativity.
Final thoughts
While the Goggles 3 are definitely a superior (higher display refresh rate, lower latency, compact design, more supported drones etc.) and much more expensive product , the new Goggles N3 are the perfect goggles to start your FPV drone journey with your DJI Neo. The price of only 269€ is unbeatable for digital FPV goggles (compared to 659€ for Goggles 3).
For those of you who have not started yet with drones, there is a DJI Neo Motion Fly More Combo, including the drone, goggles, RC Motion 3 controller and 3 batteries for just 529€.
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