Under 249 g, placing it in the C0 (sub‑250 g) category that generally avoids drone registration in many regions
Foldable build: 88 × 143 × 58 mm (folded), 300 × 242 × 58 mm (unfolded). Fits easily in a pocket or small bag
Camera & Stabilization
1/3‑inch Sony 12 MP CMOS sensor, able to shoot 12 MP photos (JPG and RAW) and 4K video at 30 fps with a 118° FOV and tilt adjustment from +20° to –90°
ShakeVanish™ EIS (electronic image stabilization) reduces wobble—but it lacks a mechanical gimbal—so footage has an FPV-style look
Flight Performance
Up to 31 minutes of flight time with its 2,500 mAh battery (real-world flights often yield ~25 min)
Up to 4 km (13,123 ft) of FPV video transmission using PixSync 2.0, delivering smooth 720p live feed
Control & Navigation
SurgeFly™ Flight Control offers three modes: Video, Normal, and Sport, with a top speed of ~16 m/s (≈35 mph) in Sport mode
Dual GNSS (GPS + GLONASS) with downward vision + ToF sensors enables stable hovering and indoor use
Features Return-to-Home (RTH) and basic automated flight patterns, such as Follow Me, Circle, and Waypoint modes
Safety & Handling
No obstacle avoidance—requires careful handling near obstacles
Controls are responsive, but some find them overly sensitive at first
If you're looking for an ultra-portable, beginner-friendly drone that offers 4K video, solid flight time, and smart features under 249 g, the Potensic ATOM SE is definitely worth a look. It’s especially appealing for casual flying, travel, or DIY FPV-style footage.
