Payloads

DJI Zenmuse L3

A next-generation LiDAR solution designed for fast, centimeter-level measurement of large areas.

Category: Payloads

DJI Payload • Long-range LiDAR and two 100 MP cameras

Zenmuse L3

for high-speed mapping of large corridors with LiDAR up to 950 m, two 100 MP RGB cameras and Matrice 400.

LiDAR range

up to 950 m, 10% reflectivity / 100 kHz

RGB camera

2 × 100 MP

Resolution at 120 m

3 cm vertical / 4 cm horizontal

Daily coverage

up to 100 km², with M400

Result

High density colored point cloud

Navigation

RTK/IMU integration

Product details

Platform and capabilities

The Zenmuse payload integrates sensor, stabilization, time synchronization and drone telemetry into a single data stream. The correct payload selection is determined by the required accuracy, range, illumination and final deliverable.

Performance and output quality

Result depends on flight altitude, speed, overlap, object material, atmosphere, lighting and platform. Before the mission, it is recommended to take a test recording and check the focus, exposure, return and storage parameters.

Safety and reliability

Payload weight and aerodynamics affect flight reserve. During installation, gimbal lock, contacts, firmware compatibility and calibration are checked; laser, thermal or strong lighting functions are used in accordance with local safety regulations.

Professional workflow

Result Type determined, appropriate drone and payload attached, firmware/calibration checked, mission parameters entered. After the flight, file integrity, geotag, time synchronization and quality are checked, then processing and reporting are performed.

Specifications

LiDAR range	up to 950 m, 10% reflectivity / 100 kHz
RGB camera	2 × 100 MP
Resolution at 120 m	3 cm vertical / 4 cm horizontal
Daily coverage	up to 100 km², with M400
Result	High density colored point cloud
Navigation	RTK/IMU integration
Task	Large area and corridor mapping
Platform	DJI Matrix 400

What tasks is it suitable for?

Highway and rail corridors
Large forest and terrain survey
Power grid
Regional 3D model and digital twin

Recommended operating procedure

1.Clearly define the task and expected outcome
2.Check flight area, weather, communications and risk factors
3.Select appropriate payload/module, battery and mission parameters
4.After a short test and pre-flight checklist, complete the main mission
5.Check the file, telemetry and output quality and archive the report

Set contents: is shown in pictures under “Assembly”.

Compatible equipment and ecosystem

Compatible Matrice enterprise platform
High speed memory card or storage
DJI Terra / FlightHub 2 workflow
D-RTK 2 or NTRIP
Extra batteries
Calibration and service services

Implementation and maintenance

When the equipment is received, the firmware, serial number, battery status, sensor and mechanical parts are checked. A pre-flight checklist is performed before each work day, and a cleanup, file backup, and failure log are performed after the job is completed.

For a professional system, operator training, spare parts, seasonal service, battery maintenance routines and an emergency plan should be considered as part of the operation package.

Important notes before purchasing

The flight, distance, range, current and accuracy values shown are maximum or typical results under manufacturer test conditions. Actual performance depends on configuration, weather, altitude, material, payload, radio interference, and software version.

Before starting work, check the applicable aviation, registration, radio, privacy, chemical-handling and occupational-safety requirements in Uzbekistan and the intended operating area.

DJI Official Product Information →

Drone service recommendation: choose a kit not just by model name, but by task, output format, daily coverage, number of operators, battery cycle and service plan. Confirm the final configuration with the manager before ordering.

System Specifications

Product Name	Zenmuse L3
Point Cloud System Accuracy	At 120m Flight Altitude: Vertical Accuracy: 3 cm (RMSE) Horizontal Accuracy: 4 cm (RMSE) At 300m Flight Altitude: Vertical Accuracy 5 cm (RMSE) Horizontal Accuracy: 7.5 cm (RMSE)
Point Cloud Thickness	1.2 cm@1σ (120m nadir flight altitude) 2 cm@1σ (300m nadir flight altitude)
Combined Horizontal FOV (Dual RGB Mapping Cameras)	107°
RGB Ground Sampling Distance (GSD)	Average Value: 3 cm (300m nadir flight altitude)
Weight	1.60 kg (without single gimbal connector)
Dimensions	192×162×202 mm (L×W×H)
Power	64 W (typical) 100 W (max)
Supported Aircraft	DJI Matrice 400 (requires the Zenmuse L3 single gimbal connector)
Ingress Protection Rating	IP54
Operating Temperature	-20° to 50° C (-4° to 122° F)
Storage Temperature	-40° to 70° C (-40° to 158° F)

LiDAR

Laser Wavelength	1535 nm
Laser Beam Divergence	0.25 mrad (1/e²)
Laser Spot Size	Φ 41 mm@120 m (1/e²) Φ 86 mm@300 m (1/e²)
Detection Range	700 m@10% reflectivity, 350 kHz 950 m@10% reflectivity, 100 kHz 2000 m@80% reflectivity, 100 kHz
Wire Detection Range	21.6mm Steel Core Aluminum Stranded Wire: 300 m@100 klx, 350 kHz 18.4mm Black PVC Insulated Wire: 100 m@100 klx, 350 kHz
Ranging Accuracy	Absolute Accuracy: ±10 mm Repeatability: < 5 mm (1σ)
Minimum Effective Detection Distance	10 m
Laser Pulse Emission Frequency	100 kHz, recommended flight altitude < 500 m 350 kHz, recommended flight altitude < 300 m 1000 kHz, recommended flight altitude < 100 m 2000 kHz, recommended flight altitude < 50 m
Number of Returns	4, 8, 16 returns (100 kHz, 350 kHz) 4, 8 returns (1000 kHz) 4 returns (2000 kHz)
Cross-Cycle Calculation	7 times
Scanning Mode and FOV	Linear Scanning Mode: Horizontal 80°, vertical 3° Star-Shaped Scanning Mode: Horizontal 80°, vertical 80° Non-Repetitive Scanning Mode: Horizontal 80°, vertical 80°
Laser Safety Classification	Class 1 (IEC 60825-1:2014)

RGB Mapping Camera

Sensor	4/3 CMOS
Lens	Equivalent Focal Length: 28 mm FOV: 73.3° (diagonal), 62° (horizontal), 41.2° (vertical) Aperture: f/2.0-f/11
Shutter	Mechanical Shutter: 2-1/1500 s (f/2.0), 2-1/2000 s (f/2.8-f/11) Shutter Count: 500,000 Electronic Shutter: 2-1/16000 s
Photo Size	100 MP: 12288×8192 25 MP: 6144×4096
Minimum Photo Interval	JPEG: 25 MP: 0.5 s 100 MP: 1 s RAW or JPEG + RAW: 1.2 s
Video Specification	Video Format: MP4 (MPEG-4 HEVC/H.265) Resolution: 4K: 3840×2160@30fps FHD: 1920×1080@30fps

Position and Orientation System (POS)

GNSS Update Rate	5 Hz
POS Update Rate	200 Hz
Attitude Error	Yaw Angle: 0.02° (post-processed, 1σ) Pitch/Roll Angle: 0.01° (post-processed, 1σ)
Positioning Accuracy	Horizontal Accuracy: 1.0 cm + 1 ppm (RTK fix) Vertical Accuracy: 1.5 cm + 1 ppm (RTK fix)
Supported PPK Differential Data Formats	DAT: Generated in Base Station Mode by D-RTK 3 Multifunctional Station and D-RTK 2 RINEX: v2.1x, v3.0x RTCM: v3.0, v3.1, v3.2, v3.3 (protocols: MSM3, MSM4, MSM5, MSM6, MSM7) OEM: OEM4, OEM6

Gimbal

Degrees of Freedom	3-axis (pitch, roll, yaw)
Angular Accuracy	±0.01°
Mechanical Range	Pitch: -135° to +73° Roll: -90° to +60° Yaw: -105° to +105°
Controllable Range	Pitch: -120° to +60° Yaw: -80° to +80°
Self-Check Method	Roll Axis: Self-check not required Yaw Axis: Checks using limit stop Pitch Axis: Self-check not required
Mounting Method	Detachable DJI SKYPORT (Zenmuse L3 single gimbal connector)

Data Storage

Raw Data Storage	Photo/IMU/Point cloud/GNSS/Calibration files
Standard Memory Card	CFexpress™ Type B Memory Card, sequential write speed 1500 MB/s
Standard Card Reader	Read/write speed > 900 MB/s

Software Ecosystem

Data Collection	DJI Pilot 2
Data Processing	DJI Terra
Data Application	DJI Modify
Cloud Application	DJI FlightHub 2
Data Format	DJI Terra supports exporting point cloud models in the following formats: Standard Point Cloud Format: PNTS/LAS/LAZ/PLY/PCD/S3MB DJI Modify supports importing point cloud models in the following formats: Standard Point Cloud Format: LAS

Package contents vary with the selected configuration. Confirm the item list and quantities with our team before ordering. Items without a verified component photo are listed by name.

Zenmuse L3 × 1

Zenmuse L3 Lens Cap × 1

CFexpress™ Type B Memory Card (1 TB) (brand may vary; actual product received prevails) × 2

CFexpress™ Type B Card Reader × 1

Zenmuse L3 Storage Case × 1

Lens Cleaning Cloth × 1

DJI Matrice 400 Carrying Case Insert (Zenmuse L3) × 1

Zenmuse L3 Single Gimbal Connector × 1

Screws and Tools × 1

Zenmuse L3 Gimbal Damper (4 pcs) × 1

Compatible accessories. Ordered separately; confirm price and availability.

The accessory list for this model is being verified. Include the accessory name in your enquiry.

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DJI Zenmuse L3 — Questions & Answers

What are the key specifications of this model?

Product Name: Zenmuse L3
Point Cloud System Accuracy: At 120m Flight Altitude: Vertical Accuracy: 3 cm (RMSE) Horizontal Accuracy: 4 cm (RMSE) At 300m Flight Altitude: Vertical Accuracy 5 cm (RMSE) Horizontal Accuracy: 7.5 cm (RMSE)
Point Cloud Thickness: 1.2 cm@1σ (120m nadir flight altitude) 2 cm@1σ (300m nadir flight altitude)
Combined Horizontal FOV (Dual RGB Mapping Cameras): 107°

See Specifications for the full table and operating limitations.

Are package contents and accessories the same?

No. Package Contents describes the selected kit, while Accessories covers separately selected equipment. Confirm the exact battery, controller and charger models and quantities before ordering.

How should I check compatibility?

Provide the full product name, version and models of your existing equipment. A matching connector is not sufficient: power requirements, firmware and the manufacturer’s compatibility list must also be checked.

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