CZI & JZ Drone Payloads: Complete Mission Accessories Guide for DJI Enterprise (2026)

Third-Party PSDK Payloads vs. DJI Zenmuse: What's the Difference?

DJI's Payload SDK (PSDK) opened the enterprise drone ecosystem to third-party manufacturers, allowing companies to build accessories that mount directly to DJI platforms and communicate over the same data bus. Two of the most respected PSDK payload brands are CZI (Guangzhou Chengzhi Intelligent Robotics Technology Co., Ltd.) and JZ Drones.

First-party Zenmuse payloads (H30T, L3, P1, and similar) are designed exclusively by DJI for their higher-tier platforms, primarily the Matrice 400 RTK. They offer tight firmware integration and factory-calibrated sensor fusion. Third-party PSDK payloads like those from CZI and JZ fill the gap on mid-tier platforms, adding spotlights, speakers, drop systems, and specialized lighting at a fraction of the cost of a dedicated thermal or LiDAR sensor.

Understanding which payload category applies to your mission and aircraft is the first step to building an efficient drone operations kit.

CZI Drone Payloads: Overview

CZI (Guangzhou Chengzhi Intelligent Robotics Technology Co., Ltd.) produces a broad range of PSDK payloads covering four mission categories:

• Lighting: Gimbaled spotlights and broadcast lights, including the GL10 Gimbal Spotlight and the GL60 Mini fixed spotlight. CZI's gimbal-stabilized designs allow the spotlight to hold on a target while the aircraft orbits, which is a significant advantage for search and rescue.
• Audio: The MP120 Broadcasting Light combines a spotlight with a high-output speaker for crowd communication. The PK10 Sound Pickup provides aerial audio capture for surveillance and monitoring applications.
• Drop and Delivery: The TD40 and TD40P Throwing Hook systems enable water rescue line drops, package delivery, and equipment deployment. These are compatible with Mavic 3 Enterprise and select Matrice platforms.
• Tethered Power: The LP12 tethered power system keeps Matrice 30 series drones aloft indefinitely when connected to a ground power source, ideal for persistent surveillance or long-duration incident monitoring.

CZI payloads are engineered for compact enterprise platforms and are known for build quality and reliable PSDK integration.

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JZ Drones Payloads: Overview

JZ Drones focuses heavily on tactical lighting, NIR (near-infrared) illumination, public address systems, and airdrop mechanisms. Their lineup for DJI enterprise platforms includes:

• Spotlights: The T30 is a compact spotlight for Mavic 3 Enterprise and Matrice platforms. The T60 and T60R are higher-output units optimized for Matrice 30/30T, with the T60R adding NIR lighting for covert night operations with night-vision equipment.
• NIR Lighting: JZ's NIR-capable payloads allow pilots using night-vision goggles or cameras with IR sensitivity to illuminate a scene without visible light, making them a preferred option for law enforcement and military-adjacent operations.
• Speakers: The H1E (for Mavic 3 Enterprise) and H10 (for Matrice 30 series) are high-decibel public address speakers. The U3 combines a spotlight and speaker into a single payload.
• Airdrop Systems: The AD2 airdrop payload integrates with the Matrice 4 series and supports precision delivery of small packages, flares, or rescue supplies.
• Quick Search Kit: The M30 Quick Search Kit bundles a T60 spotlight and H10 speaker for teams that need a rapid-deployment search-and-rescue loadout.

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Compatibility Matrix: DJI Platform vs. Payload Brand and Type

Note: Always verify payload firmware compatibility with the latest DJI enterprise firmware before purchase. Compatibility details are accurate as of 2026.

Mission-to-Payload Decision Guide

Search and Rescue (SAR)

Night SAR requires both illumination and audio communication. A gimbaled spotlight paired with a speaker gives ground teams the best coordination. On the Mavic 3 Thermal, the CZI GL10 Gimbal Spotlight locks onto a subject while the pilot orbits, and the JZ H1E speaker lets operators call out to survivors without landing. On Matrice 30T, the JZ M30 Quick Search Kit bundles everything into one purchase.

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Surveillance and Monitoring

Fixed spotlights like the JZ T60 are preferred for surveillance because they minimize moving parts and weight. NIR options (JZ T60R) are valuable when covert illumination is needed. For stationary monitoring from altitude, CZI's LP12 tethered power system on the Matrice 30 eliminates battery swaps entirely.

Agriculture and Inspection

Agriculture missions typically rely on the drone's built-in sensors rather than third-party payloads. However, night inspection operations benefit from a spotlight payload. The CZI GL60 Mini on Matrice 30 is compact enough not to interfere with flight dynamics during slow inspection passes.

Water Rescue

The CZI TD40/TD40P Throwing Hook is the purpose-built payload for water rescue line drops. Compatible with the Mavic 3 Enterprise and Matrice 4 series, it allows pilots to deliver a rescue line to a person in the water without risking a crew member. Pairing with a thermal drone variant (M3T) enables victim detection before the drop.

Law Enforcement

Law enforcement operations often require NIR lighting for covert coordination with officers using night-vision equipment. The JZ T60R NIR Spotlight on Matrice 30T, combined with the H10 speaker for announcements, covers most tactical scenarios. For rapid response with a smaller platform, the JZ U3 on Mavic 3 Enterprise combines spotlight and speaker in a single PSDK mount.

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Ready to build out your payload kit? Browse the full selection:

• CZI Drone Payloads - Lighting, audio, delivery, and tethered power from CZI
• JZ Drone Payloads - Spotlights, NIR illumination, speakers, and airdrop systems from JZ