Say hello to your first 4K drone — save $270 on the DJI Air 3 this October Prime Day

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If you love photography and want to see the world from a bird's eye view, you need one of the best drones to capture the sights in 4K. But 4K drones rarely come cheap. As a drone photography enthusiast and reviews writer, trust me, I know. But in this year's Amazon Prime Big Deal Days, you might strike gold with one of DJI's greatest drones.

I'm talking about the DJI Air 3 which is currently 20% off at Amazon. The Fly More combo with the RC-N2 controller and three spare batteries could be yours for $1,079. If you want this drone, act fast as it's a limited time deal — and once it's gone, who knows if it'll be on sale on Black Friday?

DJI Air 3: was $1,349 now $1,079 @ Amazon
With dual cameras capable of shooting 48MP stills and 4K/60fps HDR video and a flight time of up to 46 minutes, the DJI Air 3 is one of the best consumer drones. One of the two lenses allows you to zoom in 3x so you can capture every detail, and you can enjoy a stable 1080P/60fps live feed up to 12.4 miles, ensuring smooth flights with clear and reliable transmission. And at $1,079, the Air 3's lowest ever price has just landed — and it's too good to be true.

What's not to love about the DJI Air 3? A consumer drone aimed at serious travel photographers, videographers and content creators, the Air 3 is equipped with dual cameras with a three-axis gimbal. Not only can this drone capture clear 48MP stills, its 3x zoom lets you capture many details.

But perhaps its biggest selling point is its 4K/60fps video capabilities, because who doesn't love a bit of 4K footage? That means you can get smooth, stable footage, and given its size and weight, the drone is more resistant to gusts of wind — so you can rest assured it won't get knocked about. Also, videographers, listen up! The Air 3 comes with 10-bit D-Log M and 10-bit HLG, which help provide increased flexibility when editing, a higher dynamic range, and overall, excellent results.

The Fly More combo, which is currently on sale at Amazon, includes the RC-N2 controller which sports two antennas to improve its range and performance. Also included in the Fly More combo are three spare batteries. The Air 3 can fly for up to 46 minutes on a single battery, and if you want more, make sure to pack your spares — you don't want to run out of juice while filming that all-important shot!

Even at its retail price of $1,349, the Air 3 is a very easy drone to recommend, especially if you want a reliable drone with omnidirectional obstacle avoidance, DJI’s impressive O4 HD video transmission system, and many other pro features. And for immersive flights, the Air 3 is compatible with DJI's FPV goggles. The 20% discount at Amazon right now is too good to pass up.

For more big savings, check out our Prime Day deals live blog for sales on everything — from iPhones and Nintendo games to TVs and laptops.

Nikita is a Staff Writer on the Reviews team at Tom's Guide. She's a lifelong gaming and photography enthusiast, always on the lookout for the latest tech. Having worked as a Sub Editor and Writer for Canon EMEA, she has interviewed photographers from all over the world and working in different genres. When she’s not working, Nikita can usually be found sinking hours into RPGs on her PS5, flying a drone (she's a licensed drone pilot), at a concert, or watching F1. Her work has appeared in several publications including Motor Sport Magazine, NME, Marriott Bonvoy, The Independent, and Metro.

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