DJI has unveiled its new Matrice 4 Series enterprise drones, marking a significant shift toward AI-powered commercial drone operations with two specialized models: the Matrice 4 Enterprise (M4E) and Matrice 4 Thermal (M4T) .
The launch represents DJI’s most ambitious integration of Artificial Intelligence into its enterprise drone lineup, potentially reshaping how industries approach aerial operations. While previous enterprise drones focused primarily on hardware capabilities, the M4 Series introduces onboard AI computing that enables autonomous detection and tracking of vehicles, vessels, and people during Search and Rescue operations.

Advanced Sensing and Measurement Capabilities
The M4T model introduces notable improvements in thermal imaging, with its infrared camera supporting 1280×1024 pixel resolution in High-Res Mode. Its laser range finder can measure targets from up to 5,905 feet away, while a near-infrared auxiliary light provides illumination at distances up to 328 feet.
For inspection and surveying applications, the M4E variant features a sophisticated camera system including a 24mm wide-angle lens with mechanical shutter, achieving mapping speeds up to 69 feet per second. The drone’s 7x telephoto camera can capture detailed images from 820 feet away, enabling safe distance inspections of infrastructure like power lines and bridges.


AI-Enhanced Search and Rescue Operations
Christina Zhang, Senior Director of Corporate Strategy at DJI, emphasizes the series’ potential impact on emergency response:
“With the Matrice 4 Series, DJI is ushering in a new era of intelligent aerial operations. In equipping our industry-leading enterprise drones with AI, search and rescue teams can save lives faster. Moreover, the intelligent features in the Matrice 4 Series will be raised to a new level, enabling enterprise drones to better address the escalating operational demands in different complex scenarios.”
The system’s ability to automatically detect subjects and maintain consistent search patterns through cruise control functionality could significantly reduce search times in critical situations.
The integration with DJI’s Pilot 2 app introduces smart mapping features that track searched areas based on camera coverage, helping ensure comprehensive search patterns without relying on visible landmarks. For the M4E, additional AI capabilities enable Smart 3D Capture for generating precise mapping routes around irregular structures.


Enhanced Night Operations and Safety Features
The M4 Series makes substantial improvements to low-light performance, incorporating six high-definition fisheye lenses for enhanced visual positioning in challenging conditions. This system enables autonomous obstacle avoidance and safe navigation in urban environments, even in poor visibility conditions.
DJI has also addressed Data Security concerns, housing all server operations on ISO 27001-certified AWS infrastructure in the United States. The Local Data Mode feature allows operators to completely disconnect from internet connectivity during sensitive missions, while all personal data utilizes AES-256 encryption.
Enhanced Operational Accessories
The M4 Series introduces significant upgrades to its accessory ecosystem. The DJI AS1 Speaker system pushes the boundaries of aerial broadcasting, achieving 114 decibels at 3.3 feet and maintaining clarity up to 984 feet away. This capability proves particularly valuable for emergency response scenarios and crowd management operations.
The D-RTK 3 Multifunctional Station represents a crucial advancement in precision operations, providing centimeter-level positioning accuracy while enabling reliable data collection in areas without network coverage. The station’s ability to relay signals at elevated altitudes and mark ground control points enhances both mapping accuracy and operational flexibility.


Rapid Response Capabilities
In emergency scenarios, the M4 Series demonstrates remarkable agility with its 15-second deployment time from power-up to takeoff. The drones maintain operational reliability even in GNSS-denied environments, utilizing visual positioning technology to update return-to-home points. When connected to the internet, the system can pre-download terrain obstacle data and detailed offline maps, enabling autonomous navigation through challenging environments including nighttime operations and complex mountainous terrain.
The DJI Matrice 4 E/T specifications
DJI MATRICE 4T
Wide-Angle Camera
- 1/1.3″ CMOS, 48MP Effective Pixels, f/1.7
- Format Equivalent: 24 mm
Medium Tele Camera
- 1/1.3″ CMOS, 48MP Effective Pixels, f/2.8
- Format Equivalent: 70 mm
Tele Camera
- 1/1.5″ CMOS, 48MP Effective Pixels, f/2.8
- Format Equivalent: 168 mm
Laser Range Finder
- Measurement Range: 1800 m (1 Hz)
- Oblique Incidence Range (1:5 Oblique Distance): 600 m (1 Hz)
- Blind Zone: 1 m
- Range Accuracy (m): ± (0.2 + 0.0015 × D)
Infrared Thermal Camera
- Resolution 640 × 512, f/1.0
- Equivalent Focal Length: 53 mm
- Uncooled VOx Microbolometer
- Supports High-Res Mode
NIR Auxiliary Light
- FOV: 6°
- Illumination Distance: 100 m
DJI MATRICE 4E
Wide-Angle Camera
- 4/3 CMOS, 20MP Effective Pixels, f/2.8-f/11
- Format Equivalent: 24 mm
- Mechanical Shutter
Medium Tele Camera
- 1/1.3″ CMOS, 48MP Effective Pixels, f/2.8
- Format Equivalent: 70 mm
Tele Camera
- 1/1.5″ CMOS, 48MP Effective Pixels, f/2.8
- Format Equivalent: 168 mm
Laser Range Finder
- Measurement Range: 1800 m (1 Hz)
- Oblique Incidence Range (1:5 Oblique Distance): 600 m (1 Hz)
- Blind Zone: 1 m
- Range Accuracy (m): ± (0.2 + 0.0015 × D)
The Matrice 4 Series is available immediately through DJI’s enterprise sales channels and authorized dealers, though pricing details have not been publicly disclosed. This launch comes as enterprise drone adoption continues to accelerate across industries, with particular growth in emergency services, infrastructure inspection, and precision mapping applications.
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