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Drone Comparison

DJI Zenmuse L3 vs RIEGL miniVUX: Consumer vs Survey-Grade LiDAR

An expert comparison to help you choose the right equipment for your project.

Feature DJI Zenmuse L3 RIEGL miniVUX-3UAV
Points/sec 240,000 200,000
Range 450m 250m
Returns 5 5+
Accuracy 4cm 1.5cm
Weight 920g 1.55kg
Option A DJI

DJI Zenmuse L3

Accessible LiDAR

The L3 brings LiDAR mapping to DJI operators with integrated camera and Terra processing.

Pros

  • Affordable entry
  • DJI integration
  • 5 returns
  • Easy workflow
  • Colorized clouds

Cons

  • Consumer-grade
  • Limited precision
  • Proprietary
  • DJI only

Best For

DJI ecosystemGeneral mappingVegetationCost-effective LiDAR
Option B RIEGL

RIEGL miniVUX-3UAV

Survey-Grade Precision

The miniVUX represents RIEGL's precision engineering for professional surveying applications.

Pros

  • Survey-grade
  • RIEGL quality
  • Industry standard
  • Exceptional precision
  • Professional

Cons

  • Premium cost
  • Complex integration
  • Heavier
  • Specialist tool

Best For

Professional surveyingCadastralHigh-precisionLegal surveys

Our Expert Verdict

Tie - Choose Based on Your Needs

L3 for accessible DJI mapping. miniVUX for survey-grade professional work.

Choose DJI Zenmuse L3 if...

Choose L3 for cost-effective LiDAR with DJI ecosystem integration.

Choose RIEGL miniVUX-3UAV if...

Choose miniVUX for survey-grade precision required for professional deliverables.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much more accurate is RIEGL?

1.5cm vs 4cm—nearly 3× more precise for demanding survey applications.

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DJI
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DJI

DJI Zenmuse L3

Flagship Drone LiDAR

Detection Range 950m @ 80% reflectivity
Point Rate 700K+ pts/sec
Returns Up to 16 returns
Topographic surveying Forestry and vegetation mapping

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