360° videos in 8K without a mechanical gimbal
What sets the Antigravity A1 apart from other drones is its 360° camera. Instead of relying on a single, gimbal-stabilized camera, it uses two 1/1,28 inch image sensors with a bright f/2.2 aperture.
There are no blind spots, as both sensors spherically cover the entire surroundings in 360°. Stabilization is achieved purely electronically, using Insta360's FlowState technology.
Antigravity follows the "Shoot First, Frame Later" concept, which decouples flight and camera work. During flight, the drone's orientation is initially secondary, as the desired image composition—whether 16:9, 9:16 for social media, or Tiny Planet—is only determined in post-production. The software uses stitching algorithms to remove the drone's body, making it invisible in the final video.
Videos are recorded at a maximum resolution of 8K (7680 x 3840 pixels) at 30 frames per second. For slow-motion recordings, the frame rate can be increased to 60 fps in 5,2K or even 100 fps in 4K. With a maximum bitrate of 170 Mbps and support for H.264 and H.265 codecs, the drone delivers footage with ample headroom for post-production. The ISO range of 100 to 6400 promises usable results even in low light.
C0 or C1? The dual battery system
Antigravity deliberately kept the weight of the A1 very low. With the standard battery (2360 mAh, 16,9 Wh), the drone weighs exactly 249 grams, landing precisely at the upper limit of class C0. The flight time in this configuration is approximately 24 minutes.
For longer flights, a more powerful 4345 mAh, 31,1 Wh battery is available. This increases the flight time to 39 minutes, but also results in a takeoff weight of 291 grams, which legally places the drone in class C1. So, you have the choice between maximum regulatory freedom or maximum endurance. Charging times vary between 45 and 103 minutes, depending on the charging hub.
Control and signal transmission
The primary control is via the Grip Motion Controller, which translates hand movements into flight maneuvers. Vision Goggles are used for image monitoring. The video goggles, including the headband, weigh 340 grams and utilize two micro-OLED displays, each with a resolution of 2560 x 2560 pixels, a 90° field of view, and a refresh rate of 72 Hz.
Eyeglass wearers can correct their vision from -5 to +2 diopters. A second camera system on the outside overlays a square Real View image, allowing users to see their surroundings without removing the headset.
OmniLink 360 is used for communication between the drone and peripherals. It operates on the 2,4 GHz, 5,1 GHz, and 5,8 GHz frequency bands and transmits the live video feed in 2K resolution with a latency of approximately 150 milliseconds. The range is specified as up to 6 kilometers according to CE standards.
However, initial practical tests indicate that the connection, typical for 5,8 GHz systems, is sensitive to obstacles such as dense forests or buildings, which can reduce the range in practice.
Classification: No replacement for classic cinema drones
Initial tests paint a picture of a drone that scores particularly well in terms of creativity and fun factor. Stabilization is described as excellent. Nevertheless, the A1 is not a direct replacement for classic camera drones with telephoto lenses.
The fisheye lens design gives the footage the wide-angle view of an action camera. Furthermore, the exposed lenses require careful handling, even though an automatic landing gear offers protection during takeoff and landing.
Prices and availability
The Antigravity A1 is available now. The manufacturer has positioned it in the premium segment in terms of price.
- The standard bundle costs 1.399 euros and includes drone, goggles, controller and a standard battery.
- The Explorer bundle, priced at €1.599, expands the set to include two additional standard batteries, a charging hub, and a bag.
- The Infinity bundle for 1.699 euros includes three high-performance batteries (C1 class) instead of the standard energy storage units, as well as the accessory package.
Source: Press release
