DJI AL2 Spotlight

The DJI AL2 Spotlight is the onboard light for the DJI Matrice 5T. What sets it apart is the dual beam: in spot mode it concentrates the light and reaches up to 10 lux at 100 metres over a 500 square metre area, while in flood mode it opens out and covers 1500 square metres at the same distance with 2,5 lux. These are two different jobs — following a precise target or lighting a whole scene — solved by the same accessory with no hardware change.

The spotlight is coupled to the camera gimbal and tilts from -90° to +90° following its movement: the operator aims the camera and the light goes where they are looking, with no second control to manage. Lighting mode and strobe mode are both available, the latter useful for signalling and deterrence. Maximum power draw is 60 W and brightness is adjustable: turning it down is the direct way to save battery when full output is not needed.

The body weighs 175 grams, is rated IP55 and operates from -20 °C to +50 °C. On the Matrice 5T it can coexist with the DJI AS2 Speaker: the correct fitting order is the spotlight first, then the speaker.

Two warnings that belong before the purchase, not after. The spotlight adds weight and draws power, so it reduces the aircraft’s stated flight time. And with the light on, the aircraft’s vision system can be affected: this is known behaviour for onboard lights and must be factored into night-flight planning. Supplied by DroneBase, DJI Gold 5 Dealer and ISO 9001:2015 certified company, with installation, commissioning, operator training and specialised technical support.