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PARROT / DRONE PROFILE
Parrot ANAFI
Explore the available technical information for this aircraft, including camera capabilities, flight performance and manufacturer-specific specifications.
Parrot ANAFI Review and Buying Guide
The original Parrot ANAFI is a lightweight folding camera drone known for its 21 MP camera, 4K video and unusually wide gimbal tilt range. It is a legacy model, so buyers should check availability, app compatibility and repair support before purchasing. This guide is based on Parrot’s published specifications, not independent hands-on testing.
Parrot ANAFI specifications
| Specification | Parrot ANAFI |
|---|---|
| Aircraft weight | 320 g |
| Folded dimensions | 244 × 67 × 65 mm |
| Unfolded dimensions | 175 × 240 × 65 mm |
| Camera sensor | 1/2.4-inch CMOS |
| Photo resolution | 21 MP wide; 16 MP rectilinear |
| Photo formats | JPEG and DNG (RAW) |
| Maximum video | 4K UHD at 24/25/30 fps; 4K Cinema at 24 fps |
| Maximum video bitrate | 100 Mbps |
| Stabilisation | 3-axis hybrid: 2-axis mechanical plus 3-axis electronic stabilisation |
| Controllable gimbal tilt | -90° to +90° |
| Maximum rated flight time | 25 minutes |
| Maximum horizontal speed | 15 m/s (55 km/h) |
| Maximum vertical speed | 4 m/s |
| Maximum wind resistance | 50 km/h |
| Maximum transmission range | Up to 4 km with Skycontroller 3 |
| Satellite positioning | GPS and GLONASS |
| Battery | 2,700 mAh, 7.6 V, USB-C charging |
| Operating temperature | -10°C to 40°C |
These are manufacturer-published maximum or nominal figures. Flight time, transmission distance and wind performance depend on test conditions, battery condition, radio environment, local regulations and flight behaviour.
Camera and video
The camera uses a 1/2.4-inch CMOS sensor and an f/2.4 lens. Parrot lists 21 MP wide photographs, 16 MP rectilinear images, JPEG and DNG RAW formats, and 4K UHD video at up to 30 fps. 4K Cinema recording is available at 24 fps. The maximum video bitrate is 100 Mbps. Its hybrid stabilisation combines mechanical roll and tilt stabilisation with electronic stabilisation, while the camera can tilt from -90° to +90°. This upward-looking capability is a distinctive creative feature.
Flight performance
The aircraft weighs 320 g and has a published maximum flight time of 25 minutes. Parrot lists maximum horizontal speed of 15 m/s, maximum vertical speed of 4 m/s, maximum wind resistance of 50 km/h and up to 4 km transmission distance with Skycontroller 3. These are manufacturer figures under specified conditions; actual range and flight time vary with environment, radio regulations, battery condition and operator technique.
Navigation and operation
Parrot lists GPS and GLONASS satellite positioning, a downward camera and ultrasound sensor for vertical positioning, and a Skycontroller 3 option. The downward positioning sensors support hovering and low-altitude positioning; they are not an omnidirectional obstacle-avoidance system. Pilots should inspect the flight area, maintain visual awareness and avoid relying on sensors to detect every obstacle.
Who is it for?
The ANAFI may interest photographers who value its upward gimbal angle, RAW stills and compact form. It is less suitable for buyers who need modern omnidirectional obstacle sensing, current-generation transmission or guaranteed long-term manufacturer support.
Advantages and buying checks
- Advantages: 21 MP stills, 4K UHD HDR video, DNG support, USB-C charging and a 180-degree gimbal tilt range.
- Limitations: legacy platform, downward positioning rather than full obstacle avoidance, and a 25-minute maximum rated flight time.
- Check before purchase: battery health, controller inclusion, app and phone compatibility, replacement-part availability and local used-drone condition.
IGIDRONE verdict
The original ANAFI remains an interesting lightweight camera drone for specific creative needs, especially upward-angle filming. Its age makes condition and support checks essential. Compare it with newer compact drones before deciding whether its distinctive camera movement outweighs the limitations.
Manufacturer reference: Parrot ANAFI technical specifications and ANAFI user guide.
Who should consider Parrot ANAFI?
If you are moving up from a smaller drone, consider whether the added size, weight and camera capability will change your results enough to justify the extra cost and travel burden. If this is your first aircraft, budget for training, practice time, insurance where appropriate and a safe place to learn. For Parrot ANAFI, compare the camera modes you will actually use with your phone or computer editing capability and storage budget.
Limitations and trade-offs to understand
Camera specifications need context. Sensor size, lens aperture, focal length, shutter, bit depth, codec, stabilisation and image processing all affect the final file. Check sample images and video from the exact recording mode you intend to use, and confirm that your phone or computer can edit the resulting files. For Parrot ANAFI, price the complete kit with controller, batteries, charging accessories and a protective case rather than the aircraft alone.
Alternatives worth comparing
Compare this model with the nearest aircraft in the same use category and total-kit budget. A smaller compact model may be easier to carry, while a higher-tier camera drone may offer more lens or low-light flexibility. Compare the practical difference you will notice, not just the number of specifications. For Parrot ANAFI, confirm take-off weight and destination rules for the exact battery configuration before travel.
Pre-purchase and ownership checklist
Check the official specification page and manual for the regional model, battery configuration, controller compatibility, weight, sensor limitations, firmware and service. Confirm local aviation rules and no-fly restrictions for every planned destination before flying. For Parrot ANAFI, review the manual limitations for wind, obstacle sensing and return-to-home rather than treating automation as a guarantee.
How to use this specification profile
This page is a research-based reference, not a claim that IGIDRONE has independently flight-tested the aircraft. Treat manufacturer maximums as test-condition figures and distinguish standard equipment from optional accessories or regional bundles. Before buying, compare the exact model code, firmware, battery, controller and payload configuration against the current official manual. If a field is marked unknown or is not documented by the manufacturer, do not infer a value from a similarly named variant. For Parrot ANAFI, compare the camera modes you will actually use with your phone or computer editing capability and storage budget.
Primary manufacturer reference: Open the manufacturer specification or support page. Confirm the current regional documentation before purchase. For Parrot ANAFI, price the complete kit with controller, batteries, charging accessories and a protective case rather than the aircraft alone.
Editorial update: 8 November 2026. Model availability, prices, software support and regional operating rules can change. Confirm them with the manufacturer, authorised distributor and relevant aviation authority before purchase or flight. For Parrot ANAFI, confirm take-off weight and destination rules for the exact battery configuration before travel.
Drone Specifications
| Brand | Parrot |
|---|---|
| Camera | 1/2.4-inch CMOS, 21 MP |
| Maximum Video Resolution | 4K Cinema / 4K UHD / FHD / HD |
| Maximum Flight Time (minutes) | 25 min minutes |
| Maximum Transmission Range (km) | 4 km with compatible controller km |
| Weight (g) | 320 g g |
| Battery Capacity (mAh) | 2,700 mAh mAh |
| Wind Resistance (m/s) | 50 km/h (13.89 m/s) m/s |
| Obstacle Sensing | Downward vertical camera and ultrasound sensor |
| Positioning / GPS | GPS and GLONASS |
| Maximum Speed (m/s) | 15 m/s (55 km/h) m/s |
| Folded Dimensions | 244 × 67 × 65 mm |
Additional Notes
Standard Parrot ANAFI model; do not confuse with ANAFI FPV, ANAFI Thermal or ANAFI USA variants.
Specification source: Official source
Last verified: 2026-11-08
Official Price (USD)
No public USD price was verified on the manufacturer’s official store during this check.
The legacy product URL redirects to Parrot home; no current public USD price verified.
For enterprise or discontinued models, contact the manufacturer for a current quotation. We do not substitute third-party seller prices.
Price checked: 2026-11-07
MODEL TECHNICAL RECORD
Detailed Technical Specifications
Manufacturer-specific technical information recorded for this model. Values not present in the source record are not estimated.
Aircraft
| Weight | 320 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions folded | 244 × 67 × 65 mm |
| Dimensions unfolded | 175 × 240 × 65 mm |
| Maximum flight time | 25 min |
| Maximum transmission range | 4 km with controller |
| Maximum horizontal speed | 15 m/s (55 km/h) |
| Maximum vertical speed | 4 m/s |
| Maximum wind resistance | 50 km/h |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m above sea level |
| Operating temperature | -10°C to +40°C |
Camera
| Sensor | 1/2.4-inch CMOS, 21 MP |
|---|---|
| Lens | LD-ASPH low-dispersion aspherical lens |
| Aperture | f/2.4 |
| Focal length equivalent | 23–69 mm for photos; 26–78 mm for video |
| Shutter speed | 1 s to 1/10,000 s |
| ISO range | 100–3200 |
| Photo resolution | Wide 21 MP; rectilinear 16 MP |
| Photo formats | JPEG and Adobe DNG (RAW) |
| Digital zoom | Lossless up to 2.8× in FHD and 1.4× in 4K; standard up to 3× |
| HDR | 4K UHD video |
Video
| 4K Cinema | 4096 × 2160 at 24 fps |
|---|---|
| 4K UHD | 3840 × 2160 at 24/25/30 fps |
| FHD | 1920 × 1080 at 24/25/30/48/50/60 fps |
| Video field of view | 69° horizontal |
| Maximum bitrate | 100 Mbps |
| Video format | MP4 (H.264) |
Gimbal & stabilization
| Stabilization | 3-axis hybrid stabilization |
|---|---|
| Mechanical stabilization | 2-axis roll and tilt |
| Electronic stabilization | 3-axis roll, pan and tilt |
| Controllable tilt | -90° to +90° |
Navigation & sensors
| GNSS | GPS and GLONASS |
|---|---|
| Positioning sensors | Barometer, magnetometer, vertical camera and ultrasound sensor |
| Inertial sensors | 2 × 6-axis IMUs |
| Accelerometers | 2 × 3-axis accelerometers |
| Gyroscopes | 2 × 3-axis gyroscopes |
Battery and controller
| Battery type | High-density LiPo, 2 cells |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 2,700 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 7.6 V |
| Charging port | USB-C |
| Maximum charging power | 24 W |
| Controller | Parrot Skycontroller 3 |
| Controller wireless | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n |
| Controller frequency | 2.4–5.8 GHz |
| Controller maximum range | 4 km |
| Controller live video | HD 720p |
MANUFACTURER DATA
Detailed official specifications
Technical figures below are transcribed from the manufacturer documentation linked with this profile. Test figures are maximum or controlled-condition ratings where stated; actual performance varies by configuration and operating conditions. A field is omitted when the cited source does not publish a reliable value.
Manufacturer source last checked: 2026-11-08
Evidence type: Official Parrot manufacturer documentation
Imaging system
| Sensor | 1/2.4’’ CMOS |
|---|---|
| LENS | ASPH (Low-dispersion aspherical lens) |
| Aperture | f/2.4 |
| Focal length (35mm format equivalent) | 23-69mm (photo), 26-78mm (video) |
| Depth of field | 1.5m - ∞ |
| Shutter speed | electronic shutter 1 to 1/10000s |
| ISO range | 100-3200 |
Video resolution
| Detail 1 | 4K Cinema 4096x2160 24fps |
|---|---|
| Detail 2 | 4K UHD 3840x2160 24/25/30fps |
| Detail 3 | FHD 1920x1080 24/25/30/48/50/60fps |
| Video HFOV | 69° |
| Max video bitrate | 100 Mbps |
| Video format | MP4 (H264) |
Digital zoom
| Lossless | up to 2.8x (FHD) & 1.4x (4K) |
|---|---|
| Standard | up to 3x (4K Cinema, 4K UHD, FHD) |
Photo resolution
| Wide | 21MP (5344x4016) / 4:3 / 84° HFOV |
|---|---|
| Rectilinear | 16MP (4608x3456) / 4:3 / 75.5° HFOV |
| Photo formats | JPEG, Adobe DNG (RAW) |
| HDR | 4K UHD video |
Image stabilization
| Stabilization | 3-axis hybrid |
|---|---|
| Mechanical | 2-axis Roll/Tilt angles |
| Electronic (EIS) | 3-axis Roll/Pan/Tilt angles |
| Controllable tilt range | - 90° to +90° (180° total) |
ANAFI Drone
| Size folded | 244x67x65mm |
|---|---|
| Size unfolded | 175x240x65mm |
| Weight | 320g |
| Max transmission range | 4km with controller |
| Max flight time | 25 min |
| Max horizontal speed | 15m/s (55km/h) |
| Max vertical speed | 4m/s |
| Max wind resistance | 50km/h |
| Service ceiling | 4500m above sea level |
| Operating Temperature range | -10°C to 40°C |
| Satellite Positioning Systems | GPS & GLONASS |
Smart battery
| Type | High Density Lipo (2 cells) |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 2700mAh |
| Battery life | 25 min |
| Charging port | USB-C |
| Voltage | 7.6V |
| WMax Charging power | 24W |
PARROT Skycontroller 3
| Size folded | 94x152x72mm |
|---|---|
| Size unfolded | 153x152x116mm |
| Weight | 386g |
| Transmission system | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n |
| Operating frequency | 2.4 - 5.8 GHz |
| Max transmission range | 4km |
| Live streaming resolution | HD 720p |
| Battery capacity | 2500mAh 3.6V |
| Battery life | 2h30 (Android) / 5h30 (iOS) |
| Supported mobile devices | screen size up to 6’’ |
| USB ports | USB-C (Charge), USB-A (Connection) |
Source: manufacturer technical specifications and official support documentation. Regional versions, payloads, batteries, firmware and test conditions can change the stated figures. Check the linked source for the applicable configuration.
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