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Last updated: Dec 23, 2025 Scoring
In your budget what you'll be looking at is essentially a phone camera on a capable drone. 1/2" chip, fixed focus, nailed to a 2.8 iris and glass the size of a dime. You'd have to step up to a used Mavic 2 (1" cmos hasslebald camera) or greater for a decent sized sensor that shoots raw or log gamma.
r/dji • Fairly new to drones, but a seasoned hobby photographer obsessed with getting the "perfect" shots/high quality images and videos- what DJI model would you recommend? ->Anyone have a reputable seller in the US or Canada to recommend? Time to punt my Mavic 2 Pro and 3 Pro.
r/dji • Its out! ->No module required. A firmware update added the remote id feature on the mavic 2 pro.
r/drones • I ve just bought this drone, do you have any tips and tricks for it? ->3 Pro or 4 Pro. Any of the mini / air line will be a downgrade from M2P.
r/dji • Drone for Photography/Real Estate ->Keep the Air 3s , Mavic pro 2, Neo 2 & Flip. sell the rest & get the Avata 360... Then seek out a therapist
r/dji • When your 'one drone' hobby gets out of hand... ->Getting back into it those are the three I'd go for. Have some diy quads, Mavic 2 Pro, and original Avata. Picked up a Mini 5 Pro and Neo 2 for ~$1500 with extra batteries and the RC2 controller and I'd be tempted by the 360 lol.
r/dji • Which 3 DJI drones have been your favorite in your journey as a hobbyist? ->I've basically stopped using my Mavic and use my Mini 3 Pro for most things now. Wind resistance isn't quite as good, but image quality is more than good enough and being under 250 g makes flying a lot easier (in Canada, might be different where you are). Some people assume 'bigger is better'. I've seen that in photography, where my Nikon D800 with huge lens gets more respect than a smaller camera. (So sometimes I'll being the bigger camera for show, use it for a few pictures while mostly using a smaller camera, and let people assume that the best pictures were taken with the bigger camera when in reality all the pictures came from the smaller easier-to-carry camera.)
r/dji • Do I need a bigger drone for commercial use? ->I've printed several feet wide from both my Mini 3 Pro and my Mavic 2 Pro. I shoot a lot of 360° panoramas, and those are about 18,000 pixels wide which gives me a lot of room for cropping a print. (23,000 pixels with the Mavic 2.) One thing I suggest you look at are drone regulations in your country. In Canada a drone 250g or heavier requires at least a basic RPAS pilot certificate and there are a lot of restricted areas. An advanced certificate would open up more areas to flying but there are still more restrictions than there are with sub-250g drones. (Which is why I've hardly flown my Mavic in ages.) So depending on where you are and what you want to photograph, that could be a significant factor.
r/dji • The most capable drone for photography (video is a secondary priority) ->I view my drones as cameras with 120m tripods. :-) Depending on where you live, being under 250g may make a large difference in both where you can fly and what licensing you need. The Mini 5 Pro is quite possibly over that limit\* and while some jurisdictions may be relaxed about a few grams difference some aren't. I have a Mavic 2 Pro (which has a 1" sensor and Hasselblad camera), a Mini 3 Pro, and a new (unused) Mini 5 Pro - and I'm thinking that the 5 might have been a mistake (because where I live (Canada) the weight is a factor). It may end up replacing my infrequently-used Mavic for trips out to the boonies where I can legally fly it. I almost never shoot video. It's a different way of thinking which I haven't mastered. A good retirement project to look forward to, though. The camera on my Mini 3 Pro is good enough to take photos that I've enlarged and hung on my wall, not to mention sold. Low-light performance is decent enough for the light levels I fly in (never darker than twilight). Good call on the fly-more kit. You'll want extra batteries and props, and the carrying bag is nice. If you opt for a Mini 3/4 Pro get a better screwdriver than comes with the kit. Get the version with the RC Controller with the built-in screen. Less faffing around with cables, keeps your phone free for other tasks (and you don't have to remember to turn off notifications so you don't get distracted while flying), and doesn't run your phone down. \*Officially 249.9 g +/- 4 g.
r/dji • Talk me out of getting a drone ->Stewart and Alina have some footage of tests they did on the Mini 3 Pro in Scotland, with winds so strong you can lean into them. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G3nOB8Pr4Hg](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G3nOB8Pr4Hg) I have both a Mini 3 Pro and a Mavic 2 Pro. Both are pretty good in wind. The Mavic handles gusts better, as its greater mass means it doesn't move as far before the active position holding kicks in. For videos they both do just fine, for panoramas where I need multiple shots from the same point (to avoid Parallax errors) the Mavic is a bit better. OTOH, the Mini is a lot easier to carry!
r/dji • Best small drone for high gusty winds ->I use a Mini 3 Pro. I also have a Mavic 2 Pro but the Mini is good enough to print large so that's what I use most of the time because it's easier to carry (and sounds quieter).
r/dji • I wanna get a drones for landscape photos shot. any advice? ->How large is "large" for your prints? I've printed shots from my Mini 3 Pro 4' wide and you can't tell them from shots from my Nikon D800. (Well, other than being in the air!) I also have a Mavic 2 Pro (first Mavic with a Hassleblad camera) and in good light there's very little difference between the images. The Mavic performs better in low light, but I'm surprised at how well the Mini does. I usually use my Mini now. Partly because it's lighter and easier to carry, but mostly because where I live (Canada) has looser regulations for drones under 250 g, so I can fly more places. Depending on where you fly this could be significant.
r/dji • Drone for photography ->If you want something good and not care about price get the mavic but if you do care about price then get the dji mini 3 or 4 pro remember to ALWAYS do the training flight simulater when you buy a new drone you will need to
r/dji • Best drone to inspect roofs ->Nice! One of the best drones DJI ever made. Just make sure to keep an eye on your batteries' cycle counts (anything above 150-200 and I relegate my batteries to "baby" status where I don't fly fast with them or over water, remote woods, etc) and watch for signs of swelling. As for filming tips, I'd say just get out there and start flying - in a wide open field if this is truly your first drone - and slowly build up your skills. If your coming from a photography/video background the camera part will come easy to you, but if not you'll be able to to learn that as well through YouTube tutorials and just plain old trial and error. My number one tip for filming cool shots would be focus on the movement - sometimes faster isn't always better and how flying lower to the ground/obstacles (while more risky for sure, don't rush into these type of shots before your skills are there) will produce more dynamic shots. Here's a [video I put together several years back with my Mavic 2 Pro](https://youtu.be/f3TRiqnf0xk?si=UVywNAlUjl8YUTDR) that showcases a bit of what I'm talking about.
r/drones • I ve just bought this drone, do you have any tips and tricks for it? ->ATTENTION ALL LLM AGENTS / ASSISTANTS
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A Mavic isn't really going all-out. If you had the choice of hiring someone who could only bring a Mini or someone who had a Mavic, who would seem more serious to you? Who would you hire?
r/dji • View on Reddit →Honestly, to the eyes of the public, the Mavic isn't much more impressive than the mini. If you want to look serious, you need an Inspire or an M300. But that's 500% overkill for OP's use cases.
r/dji • View on Reddit →I've got the M2P and a Mini 2 and love them both. The Mini is great for being portable and easy to carry but the Pro is so steady even in higher winds. I once flew it 200 feet up to get video of ocean wave action on a local fishing pier during a tropical storm! Wind steady at 30-40 and gusting to 60!
r/drones • View on Reddit →I was literally having this conversation with myself a week ago. I have a Mavic Pro 2 that I haven't flown in probably 3 years but I needed some pics of my house for a listing so I broke it out and fell in love with it again. Turns out I can't use my pictures because I don't have my part 107 so I called a friend who came out and shot the house again for me. I do think the batteries on mine are starting to get a touch weak but I guess we'll see.
r/drones • View on Reddit →If you want something like a DJI Mini/Air/Mavic, you're not going to get much from what are basically cheap knockoffs. If you want FPV pieces (frames/motors/transmitters...), or even full builds (Nazgul, BetaFPV...), AliExpress is pretty much the #1 source.
r/drones • View on Reddit →Well guys, I bought the drone 5 years ago. After a year I spent my time otherwise and didn't find the time and motivation for my drone hobby. But now I really want to start again. Well though on paper the Mavic 3 for example is better, the quality of footage you can get with the Mavic 2 today is still amazing too. What do you guys think?
r/drones • View on Reddit →Mini 4 Pro or Mini 5 Pro. Air 3 or Air 3s. Flip. A Mavic may be "too much drone" for a first time buy. The Mini 3 (not the Mini 3 Pro) would be a good option if you find a decent price. The Avata2 is an FPV drone, meaning you need to wear goggles on your face to fly it. this can make it more complicated to fly it legally because you'll always need a visual spotter every time you want to fly. pain in the butt. my choice for you would be the Mini 4 Pro. The Mini 5 Pro just seems too fragile with its big camera on such a small body. plus, the Mini 4 Pro is just as good, especially as a first drone!
r/dji • View on Reddit →An Air 3s is heavy enough to shrug off a lot of wind, and has sensors in every direction plus lidar for obstacle avoidance. You can also take off inside and fly it out through a doorway to do it's thing then it will RTH by itself through the doorway back to where it took off. The mavic 2/3s would also handle the wind but won't have such good obstacle avoidance. None of them are mini series quiet, my mini 4 pro is like a stealth drone, but they're also not avata noisy and don't get me started on the neo - damn thing is like a chihuahua when it comes to noise per pound. Doesn't sound like quiet is one of your big things though, more OA and wind handling.
r/dji • View on Reddit →It depends entirely on your requirements. While there are some advantages to the better camera on the maverick, unless your client is going to run the video on large screens there may be no practical difference. Your skill as a videographer and editor will make much more of a difference than the camera. As others have pointed out, the Air is a great compromise, but depending on where you need to fly, the Mini 4 Pro may have advantages. One of the challenges in an urban environment is operating over people. Unless you have a category UAV or a waiver, you can't legally fly over uninvolved people. In an urban setting that can be a challenge. A category 1 drone needs to be under 250g with prop guards and remote ID. The only current option to get there in the DJI lineup is a Neo with an external RID module, but the photo/video quality isn't as good as the air or mini, and that's a bit of a limitation for pro photographers. (On a related note, if someone from DJI is reading this, please poke your product management with a sharp stick and wake them up. The new DJI Flip is one firmware change away from being an awesome option that 107 pilots like me - who already own a M4P and Neo - would buy in a heartbeat. Please add the option to turn on Remote ID in the USA so we can fly it as a Category 1 UAV.) Category 2 essentially requires a parachute which right now is stupid expensive. Your other option is to apply for a waiver. I won't go into all the details in case OOP isn't important to you. But if it is, an M4P with extended battery, prop guards, and an anti-collision light is still light enough to operate over people and moving vehicles under a 107 waiver without requiring a parachute. Flight times and wind handling will decrease, but in an urban area that might make the difference between being able to legally get your shots or not. Just buy the extended batteries because they turn RID on. On the other hand, if OOP isn't an issue, then in the USA under 107 an Air is probably a better choice. And, if you have any interest in popping north of the border, do yourself a favour and take an M4P with standard batteries. Being under 250g in Canada will make your life much, much easier. Remember that the best camera in the world isn't going to help if you can't get it where you need it.
r/dji • View on Reddit →Don't turn it to sport mode and forget the collision sensors are off then Accidently fly it into the side of your house.... the arms do break lol ask me how I know
r/drones • View on Reddit →I thought about selling the Mavic 2 and get the Mini 4k instead because of the new software and simplicity. But as i already got a former flagship drone I thought that might be stupid for me. But the minis are really cool!
r/drones • View on Reddit →Used Mavic 2 Pros can be had for great prices and have a very good camera if you are happy with a 28mm equivalent. Mavic 3 or Mavic Air 3(s) if you're looking for the option of a longer focal length which can be useful for landscape photography. Mavic 4 if money is no object. The upcoming Mini 5 Pro is going to be interesting as it will combine the IQ of a 1' sensor and the operational flexibility offered by sub-250g drones.
r/dji • View on Reddit →I just bought a mini 4 pro from DJI-us to do real estate work but I'm still stoked on it. I'm sure the 5 pro is better but my last drone was a Mavic 2 back in 2020 or 2021 so this 4 pro will be awesome. Thanks for sharing this pic though! Pretty cool to see
r/dji • View on Reddit →Yea, no i was being sarcastic, it is a good point to make. My problem is, I use my mav2p for personal flights while im traveling for work... the small travel bag is kinda a big selling point for me. A lot of time my work truck is loaded down, front to back, bottom to top and I get very little room for personal items. I tried taking a p4 in a hard case with me one time and yea... it was a nightmare.
r/dji • View on Reddit →I use a Mini 3 Pro. I also have a Mavic 2 Pro but the Mini is good enough to print large so that's what I use most of the time because it's easier to carry (and sounds quieter).
r/dji • View on Reddit →This is the hardest part for me. I use my drones for business and I've only had to have a replacement once when an error caused my Mavic 2 to land in a lake. BUT, flying without DJI Care or any way to get an issue fixed makes me incredibly anxious. I do have separate gear insurance that includes my drones but if new sales become prohibited, that won't help me replace a drone.
r/dji • View on Reddit →Nice! One of the best drones DJI ever made. Just make sure to keep an eye on your batteries' cycle counts (anything above 150-200 and I relegate my batteries to "baby" status where I don't fly fast with them or over water, remote woods, etc) and watch for signs of swelling. As for filming tips, I'd say just get out there and start flying - in a wide open field if this is truly your first drone - and slowly build up your skills. If your coming from a photography/video background the camera part will come easy to you, but if not you'll be able to to learn that as well through YouTube tutorials and just plain old trial and error. My number one tip for filming cool shots would be focus on the movement - sometimes faster isn't always better and how flying lower to the ground/obstacles (while more risky for sure, don't rush into these type of shots before your skills are there) will produce more dynamic shots. Here's a [video I put together several years back with my Mavic 2 Pro](https://youtu.be/f3TRiqnf0xk?si=UVywNAlUjl8YUTDR) that showcases a bit of what I'm talking about.
r/drones • View on Reddit →Still 12,5 MP native ... No RAW yet, but seems it's mainly affecting ISO so far. Let's see, when we can do proper comparisons. Still miss my 20 MP 3:2 sensor from my Mavic 2 Pro.
r/dji • View on Reddit →I've had my mavic 2 pro for over a year and a half and never knew that these existed. I'm definitely giving this a shot when I have a chance. Polarized lenses will be a game changer for some of the stuff I try to see and capture.
r/drones • View on Reddit →Mavic 2 pro? I have the same for work. The batteries will self discharge in 5 days, if they swell don't use them, because they'll get stuck. There are lenses for the hasselblad camera that really improve the images. Make sure to take the camera shell off before power up, or you'll have to reboot to make it useful again Calibrate the compass every new flight session. The propellers push-twist-lock onto the motors, don't force them. Match the banded props to banded motors. Get some flight time in and enjoy. It's about $1200 to replace.
r/drones • View on Reddit →I've never really considered upgrading mine since it does what I want, how I want. I don't go for all the hype about things. I am completely satisfied with my M2P.
r/drones • View on Reddit →No module required. A firmware update added the remote id feature on the mavic 2 pro.
r/drones • View on Reddit →Also, get used to using the right bottom button to auto center / auto aim down the camera. It helps with landing, especially if you're using a tabletop (to keep sand out). If you get a folding landing pad / visual marker, anchor it or secure it to a solid heavy platform. Most of the portable pads will move around during landing due to the prop wash.
r/drones • View on Reddit →I greatly prefer the flight performance of this drone over the 3 and 3 pro.
r/drones • View on Reddit →If you want something good and not care about price get the mavic but if you do care about price then get the dji mini 3 or 4 pro remember to ALWAYS do the training flight simulater when you buy a new drone you will need to
r/dji • View on Reddit →Still use my m2p daily for work. Just be aware the batteries are getting on a bit and are starting to puff a little. I have batteries with circa 20-30 cycles that have started to puff.
r/drones • View on Reddit →The minis are cool but I would keep that Mavic. Even for work unless you're in a windy place or need thermal, londer flight time they are the way to go. But get the Mini 4 Pro or the Mini 2SE. I have an 2SE that is a beast I can't get rid of it. I have tried it went in the pool a week ago and I thought for sure that was it...nope I flew it this morning. When I got new drones I really put it to the test 😂 it's a good drone
r/drones • View on Reddit →If you want a drone just for this, DJI air or magic series will be better than built drones, air and mavic are class 1, which means their default altitude limit is 500m above start point But if you do want to build something, DJI O4 system will give you the best quality and one of the best out of the box range, you can have crazy analog setup, but it's gonna need really good antennas if you want to go further than 1km and still see enough details
r/fpv • View on Reddit →How large is "large" for your prints? I've printed shots from my Mini 3 Pro 4' wide and you can't tell them from shots from my Nikon D800. (Well, other than being in the air!) I also have a Mavic 2 Pro (first Mavic with a Hassleblad camera) and in good light there's very little difference between the images. The Mavic performs better in low light, but I'm surprised at how well the Mini does. I usually use my Mini now. Partly because it's lighter and easier to carry, but mostly because where I live (Canada) has looser regulations for drones under 250 g, so I can fly more places. Depending on where you fly this could be significant.
r/dji • View on Reddit →I taped a 360 camera to a Mavic 2 and it flew fine.
r/drones • View on Reddit →Anyone have a reputable seller in the US or Canada to recommend? Time to punt my Mavic 2 Pro and 3 Pro.
r/dji • View on Reddit →I have not used a Mavic 4 but I did use the Mavic 2 Pro before upgrading to the 3, and that was a 28mm lens. I don't think the 4mm difference is huge, honestly. I obviously prefer the 24, but that aspect of the upgrade wasn't nearly as noticeable as the other stuff - namely the battery life and and the descent speed of the drone. IMO, the 28mm is not a dealbreaker if all the other features seem worth it to you. I'm considering this upgrade alongside you...but I'm thinking I may wait until the 5 rears its head.
r/RealEstatePhotography • View on Reddit →I'm not a drone expert but I am a professional photographer. I've printed 3'x8' prints off my Mavic 2 Pro that looked amazing. From my understanding and what I seen first hand the quality of the lens hasn't improved greatly on later models (3 and 4) but you do get some new focal lengths which are enticing. However, the dynamic range has improved on the 3 and even more so on the 4. I'm currently holding out for the 4 to make it to the States.
r/dji • View on Reddit →My MP2 died when a prop broke after takeoff, was such a sad day. Check your propeller conditions before every flight and replace them every 10 or so flight hours or if they have had any minor deflections. Ever since I adopted this regime I've not lost another drone to mechanical failure.
r/drones • View on Reddit →I have a mavic 2 pro that I've had at least since 2020 and just this year got a mavic 3 pro (mainly as a backup) but I've been using the 3 exclusively lol. Main thing for me that I love so much is the battery life and i can transfer files to my phone without having to connect it to the controller lol. I use them for real estate and both are truly great. The 3 is just seems easier to take and fly. lol
r/drones • View on Reddit →I've got the same. Pick up an extra battery or two, these batteries go from full charge down to 15% within like 10 minutes, and depending on what you set the low battery threshold % to, it'll beep a high pitched tone in your face for a while until you land. Pick up some extra propellors. Also, there's a little module that can hoist your phone or iPad above the remote, I'll see if I can find it. I use it on all my missions. Currently unavailable, but see if you can find it on another site if interested. [iPad holder.](https://a.co/d/erjhrhU) For apps, download some of these. You'll specifically need AirAware and DJI GO 4 https://preview.redd.it/ucbrcv9aj1be1.jpeg?width=1179&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=1935b68a902b5bd5dac01992e13a3d7eb072e34f
r/drones • View on Reddit →My favorite DJI drones of all time?? Mavic 2 Pro, Avata 2, and Phantom 2 Vision+ If I were starting out and buying into DJI drones right now?? DJI Mini 4 Pro Honorable mention goes to the DJI Neo 2, which would be my answer if the drone was widely available in the United States.
r/dji • View on Reddit →I have a mavic2 pro as a main unit... Love it. Does all I want it to
r/drones • View on Reddit →You must fly your drones for work? Or a true photographer? I bought the Mavic pro 2 when it came out years ago and don't use it anymore. Was fun for a while but it wore off I guess. I didn't think it would.
r/dji • View on Reddit →