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Dji Mavic mini review – Worth it?
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When I flew the Mavic Air drone last year and Dji Mavic Air 2 this year, I marveled at how DJI managed to make a drone so small yet so nimble and easy to fly, that delivered such good video – all at a reasonable price. With the Mavic Mini, DJI has improved on the Air in nearly every aspect. This newer $400 device is even smaller, yet is just as easy to fly, plus it can stay in the air even longer than its predecessor.
While the Mavic Mini can’t shoot 4K video, the footage it captures is every bit as good, and should be more than enough for most casual fliers. It’s now my top pick for the best drone.
DJI Mavic Mini design:
The Mavic Mini’s headline feature is its takeoff weight, 249 grams, which is proudly displayed on the airframe. It’s just a bit less than the 250g (8.8-ounce) threshold at which you’re required to register with the FAA before flying outdoors in the US. It’s even lighter than the DJI Spark, the next-smallest drone in the company’s lineup. Take that, Feds!
DJI did note that adding the propeller guard brings the Mini’s weight above 250 grams, but whatever. The Mini is truly compact, though – more so than DJI’s other drones: The device easily fits in the palm of my hand; you can stuff the Mini in a backpack and still have room for plenty of other stuff.
This doesn’t mean that you can fly the Mini anywhere you choose. You still have to follow the rules as any other drone operator does; you just don’t have to register the device with the FAA.
Features and Specs:
This device is well known for its foldable, compact and easy to transport design.
It offers 40 Mph top rated speed for flights.
Equipped with advanced vision positioning, Glonass and GPS system.
Front Collision Detection.
DJI Mavic has ability to capture videos at 4K resolution level whereas images can be obtained with 12MP sensor.
It can stay in air for 27 minutes whereas maximum range coverage is 4.3 miles only.
You will love to explore its automatic landing and take off functions.
Dji Mavic mini camera specs :
Given that the camera is arguably the most important part of a drone (not for nothing is DJI calling this the Everyday Fly Cam), this writer is happy to report that it’s a little cracker. Granted, it doesn’t support some of the picture and video profile choices of the larger Mavics, but even the standard picture setting is excellent right out of the box.
The Mavic Mini shoots 1080p video at up to 60 frames per second and super crisp 2.7K at up to 30fps. The fact it doesn’t shoot in full 4K is in no way a hindrance because 2.7K is plenty good enough for the average computer monitor and certainly any tablet or phone. Besides, 4K files are so massive (up to several gigabytes for each clip), they tend to take up loads of hard disk space and make editing on anything other than a well-specced computer a stuttering nightmare. And anyway, at this price there had to be some kind of tradeoff.
For those into their photography, the drone’s 1/2.3” CMOS-equipped camera shoots immaculate 12mp stills that really pop when snapped in good lighting conditions; it isn’t too shabby in low light either. As to be expected, the drone’s little mechanical three-axis gimbal ensures that all video remains absolutely rock solid and stills pin sharp no matter how jumpy the drone may look in flight, even when it’s battling against a stiff breeze. Speaking of which…
Dji Mavic Mini battery life:
One of the best features of the Mavic Mini is its estimated 30-minute battery life. That’s the same flight time as the Mavic 2 Pro, which costs more than twice as much, and 10 minutes longer than the Mavic Air. This was largely borne out in my testing, though if you’re flying in stronger winds, you’ll find that battery life drops as the drone works harder to stay in position. However, the DJI Mavic Air 2 has slightly longer endurance, at 34 minutes.
Mavic mini controller:
The remote itself is pretty basic. It has removable joysticks, which stow inside when not in use; the left stick controls altitude and rotation, while the right stick moves the drone forward, backward, left, and right.
source: pcmag.com
There’s a Record button on the left shoulder and a Photo button on the right. You also get a control wheel, on the left, to adjust camera pitch. There’s no dedicated dial to adjust the brightness of your scene via EV compensation. Instead, you’ll need to set that via the app’s touch interface. I would have preferred a remote with two wheels, one for camera control and another for EV, like you get with the higher-end Mavic models.
Dji Mavic mini price and availability
The Mavic Mini (from DJI or Amazon) comes in two different versions. The Standard version includes the DJI Mavic Mini, remote controller, one battery, extra propellers, and all necessary tools and wires for $399 USD. The Mavic Mini Fly More Combo includes all of the components from the standard version with the addition of the 360-degree Propeller Cage, Two-Way charging Hub, three batteries in total, three sets of extra propellers, and a carrying case for the price of $499 USD. You can add DJI Care Refresh for an additional $39 USD.
Mavic Mini Fly More Combo:
The DJI Mavic Mini Drone Fly More Combo includes the compact yet powerful DJI Mavic Mini Drone, extra batteries, a propeller guard, and other accessories to help you keep capturing as many moments as possible.
Verdict – It worth?
The DJI Mavic Mini is a masterful balance of portability, price, image quality, and convenience. Its featherweight, foldable design means you can fly it without needing to register it first, and despite its size it still manages to offer remarkably stable video. The Mavic Mini doesn’t have object tracking or object avoidance, and doesn’t capture 4K video, topping out at 2.7K at 30fps; but it weighs no more than five golf balls, lasts a solid 30 minutes in the air, and could fit in a large jacket pocket if needed – which means this mighty, mini drone’s pros soar way above its cons.
+ FOR
Low cost of entry.
Includes remote control.
Excellent battery life.
Crisp 2.7K video and 12MP photos.
Gimbal stabilization.
Automated cinematic camera movements.
Find My Drone feature.
Doesn’t require federal registration.
– Against
No 4K or 60fps 2.7K video
No object tracking
Micro USB charging, not USB-C
#Dji Drone Review
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Dji Mavic mini review – Worth it?
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When I flew the Mavic Air drone last year and Dji Mavic Air 2 this year, I marveled at how DJI managed to make a drone so small yet so nimble and easy to fly, that delivered such good video – all at a reasonable price. With the Mavic Mini, DJI has improved on the Air in nearly every aspect. This newer $400 device is even smaller, yet is just as easy to fly, plus it can stay in the air even longer than its predecessor.
While the Mavic Mini can’t shoot 4K video, the footage it captures is every bit as good, and should be more than enough for most casual fliers. It’s now my top pick for the best drone.
DJI Mavic Mini design:
The Mavic Mini’s headline feature is its takeoff weight, 249 grams, which is proudly displayed on the airframe. It’s just a bit less than the 250g (8.8-ounce) threshold at which you’re required to register with the FAA before flying outdoors in the US. It’s even lighter than the DJI Spark, the next-smallest drone in the company’s lineup. Take that, Feds!
DJI did note that adding the propeller guard brings the Mini’s weight above 250 grams, but whatever. The Mini is truly compact, though – more so than DJI’s other drones: The device easily fits in the palm of my hand; you can stuff the Mini in a backpack and still have room for plenty of other stuff.
This doesn’t mean that you can fly the Mini anywhere you choose. You still have to follow the rules as any other drone operator does; you just don’t have to register the device with the FAA.
Features and Specs:
This device is well known for its foldable, compact and easy to transport design.
It offers 40 Mph top rated speed for flights.
Equipped with advanced vision positioning, Glonass and GPS system.
Front Collision Detection.
DJI Mavic has ability to capture videos at 4K resolution level whereas images can be obtained with 12MP sensor.
It can stay in air for 27 minutes whereas maximum range coverage is 4.3 miles only.
You will love to explore its automatic landing and take off functions.
Dji Mavic mini camera specs :
Given that the camera is arguably the most important part of a drone (not for nothing is DJI calling this the Everyday Fly Cam), this writer is happy to report that it’s a little cracker. Granted, it doesn’t support some of the picture and video profile choices of the larger Mavics, but even the standard picture setting is excellent right out of the box.
The Mavic Mini shoots 1080p video at up to 60 frames per second and super crisp 2.7K at up to 30fps. The fact it doesn’t shoot in full 4K is in no way a hindrance because 2.7K is plenty good enough for the average computer monitor and certainly any tablet or phone. Besides, 4K files are so massive (up to several gigabytes for each clip), they tend to take up loads of hard disk space and make editing on anything other than a well-specced computer a stuttering nightmare. And anyway, at this price there had to be some kind of tradeoff.
For those into their photography, the drone’s 1/2.3” CMOS-equipped camera shoots immaculate 12mp stills that really pop when snapped in good lighting conditions; it isn’t too shabby in low light either. As to be expected, the drone’s little mechanical three-axis gimbal ensures that all video remains absolutely rock solid and stills pin sharp no matter how jumpy the drone may look in flight, even when it’s battling against a stiff breeze. Speaking of which…
Dji Mavic Mini battery life:
One of the best features of the Mavic Mini is its estimated 30-minute battery life. That’s the same flight time as the Mavic 2 Pro, which costs more than twice as much, and 10 minutes longer than the Mavic Air. This was largely borne out in my testing, though if you’re flying in stronger winds, you’ll find that battery life drops as the drone works harder to stay in position. However, the DJI Mavic Air 2 has slightly longer endurance, at 34 minutes.
Mavic mini controller:
The remote itself is pretty basic. It has removable joysticks, which stow inside when not in use; the left stick controls altitude and rotation, while the right stick moves the drone forward, backward, left, and right.
source: pcmag.com
There’s a Record button on the left shoulder and a Photo button on the right. You also get a control wheel, on the left, to adjust camera pitch. There’s no dedicated dial to adjust the brightness of your scene via EV compensation. Instead, you’ll need to set that via the app’s touch interface. I would have preferred a remote with two wheels, one for camera control and another for EV, like you get with the higher-end Mavic models.
Dji Mavic mini price and availability
The Mavic Mini (from DJI or Amazon) comes in two different versions. The Standard version includes the DJI Mavic Mini, remote controller, one battery, extra propellers, and all necessary tools and wires for $399 USD. The Mavic Mini Fly More Combo includes all of the components from the standard version with the addition of the 360-degree Propeller Cage, Two-Way charging Hub, three batteries in total, three sets of extra propellers, and a carrying case for the price of $499 USD. You can add DJI Care Refresh for an additional $39 USD.
Mavic Mini Fly More Combo:
The DJI Mavic Mini Drone Fly More Combo includes the compact yet powerful DJI Mavic Mini Drone, extra batteries, a propeller guard, and other accessories to help you keep capturing as many moments as possible.
Verdict – It worth?
The DJI Mavic Mini is a masterful balance of portability, price, image quality, and convenience. Its featherweight, foldable design means you can fly it without needing to register it first, and despite its size it still manages to offer remarkably stable video. The Mavic Mini doesn’t have object tracking or object avoidance, and doesn’t capture 4K video, topping out at 2.7K at 30fps; but it weighs no more than five golf balls, lasts a solid 30 minutes in the air, and could fit in a large jacket pocket if needed – which means this mighty, mini drone’s pros soar way above its cons.
+ FOR
Low cost of entry.
Includes remote control.
Excellent battery life.
Crisp 2.7K video and 12MP photos.
Gimbal stabilization.
Automated cinematic camera movements.
Find My Drone feature.
Doesn’t require federal registration.
– Against
No 4K or 60fps 2.7K video
No object tracking
Micro USB charging, not USB-C
#Dji Drone Review
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