DJI DL 24mm F2.8 LS ASPH Lens - Professional Prime for Zenmuse X7, X9, and P1

Professional Grade Aerial Optics

The lightweight, full-frame ultra-wide solution for cinematic and mapping excellence.

The DJI DL 24mm F2.8 LS ASPH is a professional full-frame prime lens engineered specifically for high-end aerial cinematography and photogrammetry. Featuring a monocoque carbon fiber housing, this lens is built to meet the rigorous maneuverability requirements of the Inspire 3 and Ronin 4D while providing a weight-saving advantage that enhances gimbal stability and aircraft flight time. With 8K-ready optics and a built-in leaf shutter, it delivers the precision and image quality required by elite aerial professionals.

At a Glance:

• Focal Length: 24mm (Full-frame equivalent)

• Max Aperture: f/2.8

• Housing: Lightweight Carbon Fiber

• Weight: Approx. 178g

• Native Mount: DJI DL Mount (58mm diameter)

• Shutter: Built-in Leaf Shutter for precise exposure control

• Resolving Power: Optimized for 8K video capture

Core Performance & Specifications

Engineered for the demands of the sky.

The DL 24mm lens is designed to work seamlessly with DJI's high-end image sensors, including the Super 35 sensor of the Zenmuse X7 and the full-frame sensors of the Zenmuse P1 and X9 series.

• Optical Structure: 9 elements in 8 groups, including 3 aspherical elements

• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.65 m

• Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/16

• Weight: 178g–182g (depending on hood/filter configuration)

• Operating Temperature: -20° to 40° C (-4° to 104° F)

Subsystem Deep-Dives

High-End Optical Design: The complex optical construction consists of nine elements, including three aspherical lenses, ensuring sharp edge-to-edge resolution. This design is optimized to match the high dynamic range of the Zenmuse X7 and X9 systems, providing a cinematic look with minimal distortion.

Integrated Leaf Shutter: Unlike standard electronic shutters, the built-in leaf (mechanical) shutter supports exposure times up to 1/1000 second. This eliminates rolling shutter distortion when capturing fast-moving objects or performing high-speed mapping missions, ensuring every frame is perfectly sharp.

Lightweight Carbon Fiber Casting: By using a carbon fiber monocoque body, DJI has managed to keep the lens weight incredibly low at just 178g. This weight reduction directly translates to improved gimbal responsiveness and increased flight endurance for the drone.

Safety & Redundancy

Gimbal Stability: The lightweight nature of the DL 24mm lens reduces the physical strain on gimbal motors. This is critical for maintaining stable 8K footage during high-speed maneuvers or in turbulent wind conditions.

Physical Protection: The lens comes with a dedicated lens protector used during transportation and storage. For operations in severe environments, the protector can be used during flight to prolong the service life of the front element.

Ecosystem & Modular Expandability

Payload Compatibility:

• Cinematography: Zenmuse X7 (Inspire 2), Zenmuse X9-6K/8K (Ronin 4D), and Zenmuse X9-8K Air (Inspire 3).

• Photogrammetry: Zenmuse P1 (Matrice 300/350 RTK).

Filter Support: The lens features a standard 46mm filter thread. It is natively compatible with DJI DL/DL-S ND filters (ND4 through ND128) to manage exposure in bright lighting conditions.

Use Cases

• Aerial Cinematography: Capture expansive 8K landscapes and cinematic scenes with a wide 24mm field of view.

• Drone Photogrammetry: Use the leaf shutter to capture distortion-free images for 3D modeling and high-precision mapping with the Zenmuse P1.

• Low-Light Operations: The fast f/2.8 aperture allows for high-quality capture during blue hour or in dimly lit industrial environments.

Logistics & Fulfillment

What’s in the Box:

• 1 x DJI DL 24mm F2.8 LS ASPH Lens

• 1 x Lens Hood

• 1 x Balancing Ring

• 1 x Lens Protector (Lens Cap)

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