DJI Zenmuse H30 Series Vs H20 Series

• DJI launched the Zenmuse H30 series, the latest edition to the Zenmuse Payload collection; 

• The H30 series boasts many advancements from the previos generation (H20, H20T, and H20N);

• The H30 series has an IP54 rating, compared to the H20 series' IP44 rating;

• Key upgrades in the H30 series include enhanced integration with five modules (H30T), improved night vision settings, doubled zoom capability up to x400, a larger lens, extended laser range, and enhanced data clarity.

DJI has released the Zenmuse H30 series - a flagship upgrade to DJI's Zenmuse H20 collection.

And these latest multi-sensor payloads - compatible with the DJI M350 RTK and DJI M300 RTK (with DJI RC Plus controller) bring some key upgrades to further enhance drone collection, for missions ranging from public safety through to asset inspection.

The IP54-rated H30 Series comprises the H30 - with zoom camera, wide-angle camera, laser rangefinder, and NIR auxiliary light - and the H30T, which features the same modules but also comes equipped with a thermal sensor.

H30T is available to buy on its own or as combo with the DJI M350 RTK. Or if you want the payload with no thermal features you can buy the H30 individually.

The H30 Series offers key upgrades from the previous generation H20 (zoom, wide, and laser rangefinder); H20T (zoom, wide, laser rangefinder, and thermal); and H20N (zoom, wide, laser rangefinder, wide thermal, and zoom thermal).

This enhanced functionality includes:

• Higher Integration: H30T has five modules, combining elements of H20T and H20N. This hybrid merges the thermal capabilities of the H20T with the night vision capabilities of the H20N.

• Better Visual Zoom: H30 Series offers larger optical and digital zoom ratios and has a larger sensor size and higher effective pixels.

• Enhanced Wide-angle Camera: H30 Series has a larger sensor size and higher effective pixels.

• Greater Range: H30 Series' laser rangefinder offers a greater range, which is 2.5 times higher (3,000m vs 1,200m) than the H20 Series and H20N.

• More Powerful Thermal Sensor: H30T's thermal module has higher resolution, stronger zoom, and supports a larger temperature measurement range, compared to the previous generation.

• Additional Smart Features: H30 Series has a more extensive suite of Smart Features to further enhance data collection, including Electronic Dehazing, Pre-recording, and better Night Scene capabilities.

• Extended Operational Envelope: The H30 Series has an IP54 rating, compared to the IP44-rated H20 Series and H20N.

To find out more, and to delve into the key details of each module of each sensor, keep reading this comparison blog.

H30 Series Vs H20 Series: Key specs at a glance

Before we delve into the detail, the table below provides an at-a-glance overview of some of the key features of each payload in the H30 and H20 Series.

Camera Features

The H30 Series and H20 Series (including H20N) are all-in-one payloads, integrating multiple sensors for mission versatility and efficiency.

In this next section, we'll break down each module and showcase some of the H30 Series' key upgrades in each department.

Wide Camera

The H30T, H30, H20T, H20, and H20N all feature a wide-angle camera.

When it comes to enhanced features, the H30 Series' wide sensor offers a larger pixel size and higher effective pixels. It is also well-equipped to handle darker environments.

This table shows the differences between each payload's wide-angle camera.

Zoom Camera

The H30 Series and H20 Series (including H20N) come with visual zoom capability.

Key performance upgrades for the H30 Series include larger optical and digital zoom ratios, a larger sensor size and higher effective pixels, and enhanced night vision capabilities - as shown in the table below.

Thermal Camera 

One of the key differences between all of these payloads is the addition - or lack of (in some cases) - a thermal camera.

The H30T, H20T, and H20N all have thermal capabilities, but the standard H30 and H20 do not include this type of sensor.

When it comes to thermal data collection, the H30T offers some stand-out performance features compared to its counterparts - boasting a resolution that is 4x higher, stronger zoom capability, and a larger temperature measurement range.

The table below outlines the key specifications of the thermal sensors onboard the H30T, H20T, and H20N.

Laser Rangefinder

The H30T, H30, H20T, H20, and H20N are equipped with a laser rangefinder - but the H30 Series' LRF offers a longer measurement distance.

NIR Auxiliary Light

The H30 Series has a near-infrared auxiliary light - providing better illlumination for the payload's zoom camera.

In comparison, the H20 Series (including H20N) does not feature this tool.

The key specs for the NIR light on the H30 Series are shown below.

Smart Features

The H30 Series and H20 series share some Smart Features, allowing for high-quality, professional-level filming with both models.

However, the H30 series introduces new modes that further streamline and enhance data collection.

This includes:

• Smart Capture and Electronic Dehazing for better photo quality.

• Enhanced Night Scene capability with IR filter and NIR Auxiliary Light.

• Higher efficiency with foreground stabilisation for energy inspection and more convenience with Pre-recording for taking evidence for taking evidence in law enforcement.

The table below shows which Smart Features come with each payload.

Summary

In conclusion, the DJI Zenmuse H30 Series offers significant advancements over the H20 series, making it a compelling option for professionals seeking enhanced imaging capabilities.

With its improved zoom, larger lenses, and superior data clarity, the H30 series stands out as a versatile and robust solution for various applications, from public safety to energy inspection.

Contact us to learn more about the H30 Series and how these payloads can benefit your operations.