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DJI Matrice 5T: The Compact Flagship for Public Safety, Inspection and Surveying in Canada
The DJI Matrice 5T in Canada: native 1280×1024 thermal, 176× hybrid zoom, 3 km laser rangefinder, LiDAR and radar obstacle sensing, 59-minute flight time, IP55, plus Matrice 5T vs Matrice 4T.
Remote Robotic · November 6, 2026 · 9 min read
The DJI Matrice 5T is DJI’s new compact flagship enterprise drone. It combines a native 1280×1024 thermal camera, a 252 mm telephoto camera with 176× hybrid zoom, a 3 km laser rangefinder, omnidirectional obstacle sensing with LiDAR and radar, and up to 59 minutes of flight time in a foldable airframe that’s built for the field.
Whether you’re responding to emergencies, inspecting power lines or mapping a site, the Matrice 5T is designed to perform in harsh conditions, day or night.
Available in Canada from Remote Robotic.
Matrice 5T at a glance
| Flight time | Up to 59 minutes |
|---|---|
| Hover time | Up to 54 minutes |
| Thermal camera | Native 1280×1024, with UHR mode up to 2560×2048 |
| Thermal sensitivity | ≤50 mK |
| Visible cameras | Three 50 MP cameras: wide, medium tele and tele |
| Zoom | 16× optical, 176× hybrid |
| Laser rangefinder | Up to 3,000 m |
| Obstacle sensing | Vision, rotating LiDAR, mmWave radar and downward ToF |
| Video transmission | O4 Enterprise Enhanced, up to 40 km (IC, Canada) |
| Weather protection | IP55 |
| Operating temperature | –20°C to 50°C |
| Max speed | 23 m/s |
| Positioning accuracy (RTK) | 1 cm + 1 ppm horizontal, 1.5 cm + 1 ppm vertical |
| Payload capacity | 400 g, with three E-Ports |
| Controller | DJI RC Plus 3 Enterprise |
Key features
High-resolution thermal imaging
The Matrice 5T’s thermal camera has a native 1280×1024 sensor, four times the pixel count of a standard 640×512 thermal camera. Turn on UHR Infrared Image mode and it captures 2560×2048 thermal photos and video at 30 fps.
| Sensitivity | 50 mK or better, for picking up small temperature differences |
|---|---|
| Temperature range | –20°C to 150°C in high gain, 0°C to 550°C in low gain |
| Accuracy | ±2°C or ±2% in high gain, ±5°C or ±3% in low gain |
| Measurement | Spot and area temperature measurement |
| Palettes | 10, including White Hot, Black Hot and Iron Red |
| Radiometric files | R-JPEG (16-bit) for detailed analysis |
| Thermal zoom | Up to 32× digital |
Best for: Search and rescue, firefighting, electrical inspection, security and night operations.
Three 50 MP visible cameras
| Wide | Medium tele | Tele | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensor | 1/0.98" CMOS | 1/1.28" CMOS | 1/1.5" CMOS |
| Focal length | 23.5 mm | 70 mm | 252 mm |
| Aperture | f/1.8 | f/2.88 | f/2.8 |
- 16× optical and 176× hybrid zoom for close-up detail from a safe distance
- 8K tele mode at 26× zoom and above, in good light
- Night Scene Mode, with ISO up to 1,638,400
- Monochrome night vision at 11× zoom and above
- Simultaneous capture from the wide and tele cameras, plus thermal and fusion views
- 4K video at 30 fps, and RAW (DNG) photos
3 km laser rangefinder
Measure distance and target position up to 3,000 m away, with accuracy within 1 m at long range. That’s ideal for locating people, hazards and defects precisely.
Omnidirectional obstacle sensing
The Matrice 5T combines several sensing systems for safer flights in complex environments:
- 6-direction fisheye vision
- Rotating LiDAR, with 360° coverage and a 110 m range
- 3-direction mmWave radar, which can detect a 10 mm wire up to 40 m ahead
- Downward time-of-flight (ToF) sensor
- Power line detection: up to 32 m for steel-core transmission lines
- Obstacle avoidance at speeds of up to 21 m/s
Up to 59 minutes of flight time
With 59 minutes of flight time and 54 minutes of hover time, crews can cover more ground, stay on scene longer and do more per battery.
Long-range transmission built for Canada
- O4 Enterprise Enhanced Video Transmission
- Up to 40 km range under Canada’s IC standard, unobstructed and without interference
- Three live 1080p/30 fps feeds to the controller
- Dual built-in cellular modules with dual SIM support for a backup connection
- Onboard relay mode: one Matrice 5T can relay for up to two others to extend range
Survey-grade positioning
- RTK accuracy: 1 cm + 1 ppm horizontal, 1.5 cm + 1 ppm vertical
- TimeSync 2.0 for microsecond-level synchronization of images and position data
- Minimum photo interval of 0.5 seconds for efficient mapping
- Network RTK and D-RTK 3 base station support
Rugged and weather-ready
- IP55 protection against dust and rain
- Operating temperature: –20°C to 50°C
- Wind resistance: 12 m/s
- Self-heating batteries for cold weather
- Anti-ice propellers available
Next-generation accessories
The Matrice 5T has three E-Ports and a 400 g payload capacity for official and third-party accessories.
DJI AS2 Speaker
- 120 dB at 1 m, with 400 m effective range
- Live voice with echo suppression, recorded messages, media import and text-to-speech
- Built-in strobe in red, blue, green, white and yellow
DJI AL2 SpotLight
- 60 W maximum power
- Flood and spot modes, plus strobe
- At 100 m: 10 lux spot (500 m²) or 2.5 lux flood (1,500 m²)
Parachute
- A compatible parachute is available for operations that need extra ground-risk protection.
DJI RC Plus 3 Enterprise
- 7.44-inch, 2,000-nit screen, readable in bright sunlight
- IP54 rated
- Foldable antenna panel for strong transmission
- HDMI, SD card, SIM and E-Port connections
- Android-based, with DJI Pilot 2 and custom plugin support
Built for your mission
Public Safety
| Police | Situational awareness, suspect searches, collision reconstruction and Dock as First Responder programs |
|---|---|
| Fire | Urban and wildfire size-up, finding hot spots and overhaul |
| Search and rescue | Finding people day or night with high-resolution thermal and Night Scene Mode |
| Emergency response | Rapid aerial assessment after floods, storms and disasters |
Inspection
| Power lines and substations | Thermal checks, zoom inspection and power line inspection mode |
|---|---|
| Oil and gas | Flare checks, equipment thermal scans and pipeline patrols |
| Infrastructure | Bridges, towers, dams and industrial facilities |
| Solar | Thermal surveys of panels and inverters |
Surveying and Mapping
| Site mapping | Site mapping and 3D modelling with RTK accuracy |
|---|---|
| Construction | Construction progress and site documentation |
| Mining and aggregates | Mining and aggregates site surveys |
Security
| Perimeter patrols | Perimeter patrols with thermal night coverage |
|---|---|
| Deterrence | Deterrence with the AS2 speaker and AL2 spotlight |
| Incident response | Incident response with live video |
Software and integration
- DJI Pilot 2, with custom plugin support
- DJI FlightHub 2 for remote flight control, live streaming, route management and fleet management
- DJI Terra for mapping and modelling
- Developer support: Payload SDK, Mobile SDK and Cloud API for custom integrations
- Open onboard AI for on-site intelligence
Matrice 5T vs Matrice 4T
| Matrice 4T | Matrice 5T | |
|---|---|---|
| Flight time | Up to 49 min | Up to 59 min |
| Thermal resolution | 640×512 | 1280×1024 native, 2560×2048 UHR |
| Tele camera | 168 mm, 48 MP | 252 mm, 50 MP |
| Hybrid zoom | 112× | 176× |
| Laser rangefinder | 1,800 m | 3,000 m |
| Weather protection | Not rated | IP55 |
| Operating temperature | –10°C to 40°C | –20°C to 50°C |
| Obstacle sensing | Vision | Vision, LiDAR, mmWave radar and ToF |
| Controller | DJI RC Plus 2 Enterprise | DJI RC Plus 3 Enterprise |
Note: Matrice 5T accessories and the RC Plus 3 Enterprise aren’t compatible with the Matrice 4 series. Compare the DJI Matrice 4T and the DJI Matrice 5T in our store.
Why buy from Remote Robotic?
- Canadian owned, with coverage across Canada
- DJI Enterprise partner, supplying, integrating, training and supporting enterprise drones
- In-house DJI Enterprise repair and calibration
- Transport Canada RPAS training for your pilots
- Proof-of-concept trials to test the Matrice 5T on your missions
- Full ecosystem support: accessories, batteries, software and integration
Frequently asked questions
What is the flight time of the Matrice 5T?
Up to 59 minutes of flight time and 54 minutes of hover time, in no-wind conditions without accessories.
What thermal resolution does the Matrice 5T have?
A native 1280×1024 thermal sensor, with UHR mode producing 2560×2048 images and video at 30 fps.
How far can the Matrice 5T transmit in Canada?
Up to 40 km under Canada’s IC standard, unobstructed and without interference.
Is the Matrice 5T weatherproof?
It’s rated IP55 and operates from –20°C to 50°C.
Can I use Matrice 4T accessories on the Matrice 5T?
No. Matrice 5T accessories, including the AS2 Speaker and AL2 SpotLight, are designed for the Matrice 5T only.
Does the Matrice 5T support hot-swapping batteries?
No. Batteries support self-heating in cold weather, and charge from 10% to 95% in about 31 minutes with the 515 W charging hub.
Can the Matrice 5T be used for mapping?
Yes. RTK positioning, TimeSync 2.0 and a 0.5-second photo interval support high-accuracy surveying and rapid modelling.
Where can I buy the Matrice 5T in Canada?
From Remote Robotic. Contact us for pricing, availability and demos.
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