SkyPixel 10th Annual Photo & Video Contest
As the drone gracefully ascends, new vistas unfold before our eyes, revealing the mysteries and inspirations of the sky. New perspectives ignite fresh inspirations, revealing that we can view the world in entirely new ways. From the boundless skies, where creativity takes flight, we draw inspiration from the clouds and weave it into every corner of the earth. Our lens captures both the vast sky and everyday moments. Whether mountains, lakes, seas, or street corners, all are vividly framed. This year, we introduce the handheld category, making both the sky and the ground your canvas. Seeing both heaven and earth, our vision knows no bounds. For the 10th Anniversary, let's explore without limits.
  • Categories
  • Highlights
  • Prizes
  • Judges
  • Rules
  • Official Partner Channel
  • Event Recap

Timeline

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Contest Starts
11/07/2024 04:00
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Submission Deadline
02/10/2025 15:59
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Winners Announced
03/27/2025 04:00

Categories

Videos

Must not exceed 5 minutes in length. The entry must contain at least 30 seconds of footage which was shot using DJI products.
Aerial
Soar through the sky, capturing your world. Whether natural wonders, cityscapes, travel experiences, or sports moments, all can be framed to showcase unlimited creativity.
* Entries must contain over 50% aerial footage.* Entries must include at least 30 seconds of footage shot with DJI products (Inspire / Mavic / Air / Mini / Avata / Phantom series, and DJI FPV / DJI Neo are all eligible).
Handheld
Hold the lens, capture life. Whether cityscapes, roadside highlights, moments of adventure, or daily snippets, all can be interpreted through images to tell moving stories.
* Entries must contain over 50% handheld footage.* Entries must include at least 30 seconds of footage shot with DJI products (Ronin stabilizers / Ronin cinema cameras / Osmo Action / Osmo Pocket / Osmo Mobile series are all eligible).

Photos

Must be shot on a drone, and each image must be at least 3 MB with a resolution of at least 300 dpi. EXIF data should be retained.
Aerial
Embrace the world, capture the moment. Whether creatures of nature, the world within architecture, elegance on the sports field, or the stories in portraits, all can showcase the wonder of aerial photography.
* Entries must be taken with aerial devices.* Inspire / Mavic / Air / Mini / Phantom series / DJI Neo are all eligible.

Submit on Social Media

SkyPixel 10th Annual Photo & Video Contest Adds a Social Media Submission Option (same competition prizes and awards available)
Aerial (both photos and videos are accepted)
- Use hashtags #skypixel and #dji, and tag @djiglobal/@DJI
- Platforms: Instagram / YouTube / TikTok / Facebook / X
Handheld (only videos are accepted)
Osmo Series: Use hashtags #skypixel and #djiosmo, and tag DJI official accounts
- Platforms: Instagram / YouTube / TikTok / Facebook / X
- Official Social Accounts: @osmo_global / @DJI OSMO / @djiglobal / @DJI
Ronin Series: Use hashtags #skypixel and #djironin, and tag DJI official accounts
- Platforms: Instagram / YouTube / TikTok / Facebook / X
- Official Social Accounts: @dji_ronin / @DJI Ronin / @djiglobal / @DJI

Highlights

See more works from outstanding creators and get shooting inspiration.
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lukabees
SkyPixel 9th Annual Photo & Video Contest Grand Prize Winner
“A masterpiece made possible by nature's majesty, fearless skiers, and drones piloted with extraordinary skills. Through the lens, we're given vicarious thrills in heart-stopping descents down steep cliffs and can witness the elegance of skiers who arc through the air. Drones track their swift downhill races for an immersive show that is a true feast for the senses.”
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Bashir Abu Shakra
SkyPixel 8th Annual Photo & Video Contest Grand Prize Winner
“Beauty, is the eye view that we are often confused. Courage, is a state of mind that we often forget. In this work, the author not only cares about the beauty in front of him, but also bets his courage and bravery in it. In this film, he integrated his heart, which is not afraid of solitude, into the magnificence of nature, showing the beauty that belongs to the unique film, the beauty that belongs to his own dialogue with himself.”
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Wenrui Ye
SkyPixel 7th Anniversary Aerial Photo & Video Contest Grand Prize Winner
“It is a short film about Guangzhou's urban villages. Having lived in Guangzhou for nearly thirty years, Ye has visited and documented nearly twenty representative urban villages and presents a visual exploration from the perspective of an urban dancer.”
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Prizes

See competition terms and conditions for
more details
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Annual Best
Video Prizes

Annual Best Video Prizes
Annual Best Photo Prize
Annual Top 10 Videos Prizes
Annual Top 10 Photos Prizes
Nominated Prizes
People's Choice Prizes
Participation Prizes
Aerial (1 winner)

DJI Inspire 3 Combo    

Direct SkyPixel Creator Contract    

Trophy and Award Certificate  

Total Value: USD $20,274
Handheld (1 winner)

DJI Ronin 4D-8K Combo   

Direct SkyPixel Creator Contract    

Trophy and Award Certificate  

Total Value: USD $15,695
Aerial (1 winner)

Hasselblad X2D 100C Combo   

Direct SkyPixel Creator Contract    

Trophy and Award Certificate  

Total Value: USD $14,473
Video (10 winners)
Below are the selected Top 10 ranked Videos (excluding the Annual Best Work Prizes).

DJI Mavic 3 Pro Fly More Combo (DJI RC)   

Trophy and Award Certificate   

SkyPixel Creator Contract Priority Consideration   

Total Value: USD $4,048
Photo (10 winners)
Below are the selected Top 10 ranked Photos (excluding the Annual Best Work Prizes).

DJI Mavic 3 Pro Fly More Combo (DJI RC)   

Trophy and Award Certificate   

SkyPixel Creator Contract Priority Consideration   

Total Value: USD $4,048
Video (10 winners)

DJI Avata 2 Fly More Combo (Three Batteries)   

Award Certificate

Total Value: USD $1,493
Photo (5 winners)

DJI Air 3S (DJI RC-N3)   

Award Certificate  

Total Value: USD $1,099
15 per month (45 total)
From SkyPixel, global social media, and domestic Chinese social media platforms. Five winners will be selected from each channel every month. The awards for SkyPixel will go to the top five selected entries with the most likes.

Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo   

Award Certificate  

Total Value: USD $669
All users who successfully posted entries on SkyPixel
Participants must reside in a country or region where the official online DJI Store is available

$13,664 worth of DJI Credit up for grabs    

E-Entry Certification   

The Judges

Video Group

Claudio Miranda
Academy Award-winning cinematographer known for Life of Pi
Claudio Miranda
Claudio Miranda, member of the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC), is an Academy Award-winning cinematographer known for projects including Life of Pi, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, and Top Gun: Maverick.
Chenyu Jin
Cinematographer of Blossoms Shanghai and Like A Rolling Stone, Member of the Chinese Society of Cine
Chenyu Jin
Chenyu Jin, a member of the China Society of Cinematographers (CNSC), is known for his notable works Blossoms Shanghai and Like A Rolling Stone. He has received the Best Cinematography award at the 29th Shanghai TV Festival Magnolia Awards and the 2024 Chinese Society of Cinematographers Award for Best Cinematography (Series).
Sam Newton
Travel filmmaker
Sam Newton
Sam Newton is a travel filmmaker, sharing his passion for filmmaking and travel with nearly 200,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel. He is renowned for his cinematic films and encourages others to break free from trends and instead focus on creating meaningful projects that spark joy and creativity.
Tim Pan
Advertising Photography Director, Founder of @Mediastorm
Tim Pan
Tim Pan, an advertising photography director, Founder of @Mediastorm, photography content creator awarded with Bilibili Top 100 Content Creators, has created channels such as "@mediastorm," "@One-In-a-Billion," and "@jddstormcrew", amassing over 20 million subscribers on the video platform Bilibili, and earning widespread acclaim from the audience.

Photo Group

Anne Farrar
Assistant Managing Editor-Photography, National Geographic Magazine
Anne Farrar
Anne Farrar, Photography Manager, for National Geographic Magazine, believes in the power of visual storytelling to serve as a call to action and a catalyst for change. Her work is guided by the National Geographic mission to explore the planet, protect and preserve our natural and cultural heritage, and share powerful visions of the world through photography across all platforms.
Weiming Chu
2019 National Geographic Travel Photographer of the Year, 2023 World Press Photo Award Winner, 2024
Weiming Chu
Thomas Chu, recipient of the Grand Prize of the 2019 National Geographic Travel Photographer of the Year Contest, the 2023 World Press Photo Award, and the 2024 Hasselblad Masters Award, focuses his photographic work on contemporary landscapes in transition. His series "China from the Train" and "Greenland in Transition" have achieved billions of views in both Chinese and international media.
Daniel Kordan
Renowned landscape photographer
Daniel Kordan
Daniel Kordan, a renowned landscape photographer and an explorer at heart. With 2 million Instagram follows, he now share his unique vision and the many wonders of the world with people all around him.
Luke Stackpoole
A prominent figure in the world of travel and adventure photography
Luke Stackpoole
Luke Stackpoole is renowned for his breathtaking landscapes, atmospheric storytelling, and evocative use of natural light. His stunning visuals have captivated over 1.2 million followers worldwide.
Rules
  • Each photo must be shot on a drone, and must be at least 3 MB with a resolution of at least 300 dpi. EXIF data should be retained.
  • SkyPixel and 500 px Channel: Videos must not exceed 5 minutes in length. The entry must contain at least 30 seconds of footage which was shot using DJI products; Social Media Channel: Videos have no time limit and must be shot with DJI products.
  • Participants can submit entries through SkyPixel, global social media (Instagram/YouTube/TikTok/Facebook/X), and domestic Chinese social media platforms (Douyin/Red/Bilibili/Weibo/Shipinhao), 500px. Each entry can be submitted to only one category. One participant can compete in multiple categories, and there is no limit to the number of entries that can be submitted.
  • All equipment should be listed with the entry.
  • Content that has been previously awarded a prize in other SkyPixel contests is not permitted for use in this contest.
  • Participants must guarantee that all information provided is accurate, all submitted content belongs to them, and no laws have been infringed upon. Any violation of these rules will lead to disqualification.
  • The results will be announced on March 27th, 2025, and the public will be notified. During the public notice period that lasts ten days after the winner is announced, if any winning entries are found to be plagiarized or infringe upon any law, please contact the SkyPixel committee before the deadline at skypixel.campaign@dji.com 

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