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DJI Mini 2 Fly More Combo – Ultralight Foldable Drone, 3-Axis Gimbal with 4K Camera, 12MP Photos, 31 Mins Flight Time, OcuSync 2.0 10km HD Video Transmission, QuickShots, Gray
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Brand | DJI |
Model Name | DJI Mini 2 |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Color | Gray |
Video Capture Resolution | 4K |
Effective Still Resolution | 12 MP |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Included Components | Spare Propellers (Pair) ×3, RC Cable (Lightning connector) ×1, Spare Control Sticks (Pair) ×1, Gimbal Protector × 1, Remote Controller x 1, Aircraft x 1, Shoulder Bag × 1, Type-C Cable × 1, Propeller Holder × 1, DJI 18W USB Charger ×1, RC Cable (USB-C connector) ×1, Two-Way Charging Hub ×1, Spare Screw × 18, Screwdriver × 1, DJI Mavic Mini 2 Intelligent Flight Battery × 3, RC Cable (Micro USB connector) ×1 See more |
Skill Level | Beginner |
Item Weight | 8.78 Ounces |
About this item
- PACK LIGHT, FLY FREE: at less than 249 g, it weighs about as much as an apple and fits in the palm of your hand. compact and convenient, this small drone is your ideal travel companion, transforming how you capture your favorite memories.Max Wind Speed Resistance : 8.5-10.5 m/s (Scale 5).Operating Temperature : 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F), Operating Frequency [2] : 2.400-2.4835 GHz, 5.725-5.850 GHz..Max Control Speed (tilt) : 100°/s. Shutter Speed : Electronic Shutter: 4-1/8000 s.
- OCUSYNC 2.0 VIDEO TRANSMISSION: mini 2 supports up to 10km of hd video transmission and has excellent anti-interference capabilities, giving you the ability to fly farther and see clearer
- POWERFUL PERFORMANCE: with a max battery life of 31 minutes, dji mini 2 grants more than enough time to compose the perfect shot. mini 2 can resist level 5 winds and take off at a max altitude of 4,000 meters, so your footage is stable even when flying along a windy coastline or high above an alpine forest
- 4X ZOOM: there’s no need to get so close for your dream shot. 4x digital zoom makes it safer and more convenient when transitioning between shots of varying distance and composition
- QUICKSHOTS: with just a few taps, dji mini 2 automatically records and shoots professional-level videos to share directly on social media. whether you’re a beginner or a more experienced flyer, the dji fly app helps you produce impressive results complete with soundtracks and filters
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Remote Control | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.0 | — | 4.4 | 4.3 |
Easy to learn | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.0 | — | 4.3 | 4.3 |
For beginners | 4.3 | 4.3 | 3.0 | — | 4.2 | 4.2 |
Battery life | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.4 | — | 4.1 | — |
Picture quality | 4.2 | — | 4.6 | — | 4.5 | — |
Sold By | HUROM | Trends Goods | HUROM | Adorama | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
model name | DJI Mini 2 | DJI Mini 2 | DJIMAVIC3OB | mini 2 se | DJIMINI3PSC | MT2SD |
weight | 8.78 ounces | 8.78 ounces | 895 grams | 3.98 pounds | 249 grams | 0.24 kilograms |
control type | Remote Control | Remote Control | Remote Control | Remote Control | Remote Control | Remote Control |
maximum range | 4000 meters | 4000 meters | 15 meters | — | — | — |
media type | — | — | SD | Micro SD | Micro SD | Micro SD |
video resolution | 4K | 4K | 1080p | 4K | 4K | 2.7K |
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Product information
Brand | DJI |
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Model Name | DJI Mini 2 |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Color | Gray |
Video Capture Resolution | 4K |
Effective Still Resolution | 12 MP |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Included Components | Spare Propellers (Pair) ×3, RC Cable (Lightning connector) ×1, Spare Control Sticks (Pair) ×1, Gimbal Protector × 1, Remote Controller x 1, Aircraft x 1, Shoulder Bag × 1, Type-C Cable × 1, Propeller Holder × 1, DJI 18W USB Charger ×1, RC Cable (USB-C connector) ×1, Two-Way Charging Hub ×1, Spare Screw × 18, Screwdriver × 1, DJI Mavic Mini 2 Intelligent Flight Battery × 3, RC Cable (Micro USB connector) ×1 |
Skill Level | Beginner |
Item Weight | 8.78 Ounces |
Video Capture Format | 4k |
Control Type | Remote Control |
Maximum Range | 4000 Meters |
Wireless Communication Technology | Ocusync 2.0 |
Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Polymer |
Are Batteries Included | Yes |
Operating Temperature | 40 Degrees Celsius |
Remote Control Included? | Yes |
Rechargeable Battery Included | Yes |
Product Dimensions | 6.25"L x 7.99"W x 2.2"H |
Item Weight | 8.8 ounces |
ASIN | B08JGX61H7 |
Item model number | CP.MA.00000306.01 |
Batteries | 3 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #19,572 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #99 in Sports & Action Video Cameras |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 28, 2020 |
Manufacturer | DJI |
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DJI Mini 2: Make Your Moments Fly
Level 5 Wind Resistance
At less than 249 g, it weighs about as much as an apple and fits in the palm of your hand.
With a max battery life of 31 minutes, DJI Mini 2 grants more than enough time to compose the perfect shot.
Mini 2 can resist level 5 winds and take off at a max altitude of 4,000 meters, so your footage is stable even when flying along a windy coastline or high above an alpine forest.
OcuSync 2.0,10 KM Transmission
A 12MP camera in the sky delivers content guaranteed to impress. Along with 4K/30fps video and a 3-axis motorized gimbal, Mini 2 ensures stunning image quality that is consistently smooth no matter how adventurous your piloting gets.
Built-in OcuSync 2.0 allows DJI Mini 2 to adjust automatically between two frequencies, which extends Mini 2’s max transmission distance to 10 km for even more flexibility.
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Improved Camera Performance
4x Zoom
DJI Mini 2 supports 4x digital zoom, providing more options.
When recording family, friends, or pets, you can safely capture your subject without flying too close.
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Improved Camera Performance
4K/30fps
DJI Mini 2 is capable of 4K/30fps video, offering higher-quality footage for those looking for more professional-looking content.
A bird’s-eye view of your holiday getaway is guaranteed to impress friends and family.
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More Intelligent Functions
Dronie, Circle, Helix, Rocket, and Boomerang
Mini 2 features the same one-tap QuickShots as Mavic Mini and throws Boomerang into the mix.
4K Hyperlapse and Panorama are also added to this new Mini 2 drone, making it possible for beginners to shoot Hollywood-level videos with ease.
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More Intelligent Functions
Trimmed Download
By using Trimmed Download, users can easily cut out a segment of a long video to edit and download.
Taking your time hunting for the perfect shot and worrying about insufficient storage is no longer a problem.
Ample Accessories: Optimal Options for Every Occasion
Intelligent Flight Battery | Two-Way Charging Hub | DJI Mini 2 Propellers (Pair) |
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Easy to Fly | Easy to Charge | Easy to Replace |
Provides a maximum flight time of 31 minutes. | This practical accessory holds three batteries and charges them in sequence. | Need more propellers? We got you covered. |
Which is the Best for You?
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Customer Reviews
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Dimensions (folded)
| 138 × 81 × 58 mm | 138 × 81 × 58 mm | 180 × 97 × 77 mm | 180 × 79 × 84 mm | 221 × 96 × 90 mm | 145 × 90 × 62 mm | 178 × 232 × 127mm |
Takeoff Weight
| <249 g | <249 g | 595 g | 570 g | 895 g | <249 g | 795 g |
Max Flight Time
| 31 minutes | 30 minutes | 31 minutes | 34 minutes | 46 minutes | 34 minutes | 20 minutes |
Photography
| 1/2.3" CMOS, 12MP, JPEG/RAW | 1/2.3" CMOS, 12MP, JPEG | 1” CMOS, 20MP, JPEG/RAW | 1/2'' CMOS, 48MP, JPEG/RAW | 4/3 CMOS, 20 MP, JPEG/DNG | 48MP JPEG/DNG (RAW) photos | 1/2.3” CMOS, 12MP, JPEG |
Lens
| Aperture: f/2.8 | Aperture: f/2.8 | Aperture: f/2.8 | Aperture: f/2.8 | Aperture: f/2.8 to f/11 | Aperture: f/1.7 | Aperture: f/2.8 |
Video
| 4K/30 fps | 2.7K/30fps | 5.4K/30fps | 4K/60fps | 5.1K/50fps, 4K/120fps | Up to 4K/60fps, 4K/30fps HDR | 4K/60 fps |
Obstacle Sensing
| Downward | Downward | 4-Directional Obstacle Sensing | Forward + Backward + Downward | Complete Omnidirectional | Forward/backward/downward | Forward + Downward |
Max Transmission Distance
| OcuSync 2.0, 720p, 10km | Wifi, 720p, 4km | OcuSync 3.0, 1080p, 12km | OcuSync 2.0, 1080p, 10km | O3+, 1080p, 15 km | OcuSync 3.0, 1080p/30fps, 12km | OcuSync 3.0, 10km |
Wind Resistance
| Level 5 | Level 5 | Level 5 | Level 5 | Level 6 | Level 5 | Level 6 |
ActiveTrack
| ✘ | ✘ | ActiveTrack 4.0 | ActiveTrack 3.0 | ActiveTrack 5.0 | ActiveTrack 4.0 | ✘ |
True Vertical Shooting
| ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ | ✘ |
Product Description
OVERVIEW:
DJI Mini 2 is beginner-friendly, powerful, and well, mini. Impressive performance, stunning image quality, and creative videos are just a few taps away. Explore an entirely new perspective, capturing the moments that make your life truly yours.
INTELLIGENT MODES:
Panorama
Select from Wide-Angle, 180°, and Sphere panoramas, and DJI Mini 2 will do the rest, generating a panoramic masterpiece almost instantly.
Enhanced Photo
The DJI Fly app features intelligent, built-in photo optimization. The app automatically enhances image quality after downloading a photo, resulting in vivid colors and details that pop.
DIRECT DOWNLOAD AND INSTANT EDITING:
QuickTransfer
When Mini 2 is close to your smartphone, the DJI Fly app will automatically recognize and connect to the aircraft and synchronize selected photos and videos at 20 MB/s.
Trimmed Download
With this new feature, you can easily cut out a segment of your footage to edit and download. Looking for the perfect shot or worrying about insufficient storage is a thing of the past.
Imaginative Templates
The intuitive editor of the DJI Fly app includes a diverse set of creative templates. Flying, shooting, editing, and sharing can be done almost instantly, allowing you to create and share on the go.
IN THE BOX (Combo):
Aircraft x 1
Remote Controller x 1
DJI Mavic Mini 2 Intelligent Flight Battery × 3
Spare Propellers (Pair) ×3
Type-C Cable × 1
Gimbal Protector × 1
RC Cable (Micro USB connector) ×1
RC Cable (USB-C connector) ×1
RC Cable (Lightning connector) ×1
Spare Control Sticks (Pair) ×1
Spare Screw × 18
Screwdriver × 1
Propeller Holder × 1
Two-Way Charging Hub ×1
DJI 18W USB Charger ×1
Shoulder Bag × 1.
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Customers like the quality, ease of flying, and image quality of the unmanned aerial vehicle. They mention that it's well-crafted, well-engineered, and provides super stable videos and photos. They say the instructions are easy to follow and the software is easy to install. They also appreciate the 4K image quality and the fact that it flies smoothly. Customers are also satisfied with the value, and portability of the product. Opinions are mixed on performance and battery life.
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Customers like the quality of the unmanned aerial vehicle. They mention that it is well-crafted, well-engineered, and provides super stable videos and photos. They also appreciate the solid case and robust remote controller. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...And it’s very well made. It feels nice…substantial…well crafted. It’s $1000 worth of drone with a price tag less than half of that...." Read more
"...can't go wrong with this if you want a fun, capable, well-engineered drone for photography, video, or just flying...." Read more
"...Slow for pics or fast for fun its a general all around fun drone...." Read more
"...When it arrived, it was missing EVERYTHING!! NO CABLES, TWO BATTERIES WOULD NOT TAKE A CHARGE!! BUT, AND THIS A BIG BUT!!!..." Read more
Customers find the instructions for the unmanned aerial vehicle to be super easy, user-friendly, and simple. They also mention that the software is easy to install and the setup/orientation process was straightforward. Customers also say that the drone is lightweight, easy to assemble, and easy to fly. They say it takes an incredible amount of responsibility and practice to fly it.
"...So I needed something built well and easy for a beginner. But with great video. Enter the DJI Mini 2.The package was delivered around 3pm...." Read more
"...It was easy to get the drone attached to phone and controller..This thing is small in your hands and tiny when in the air...." Read more
"...is a huge upgrade from the DJI Go app that the P4 uses, and adds so much simplicity, from flying for the first time to editing and sharing what you..." Read more
"...This is the ultimate in beginner-friendly flying...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the image quality of the unmanned aerial vehicle. They mention that the picture/video quality is fantastic, it takes excellent photos and videos, and produces incredible 4K images. The video is stunning, with better saturation, and crystal clear. Some say that the camera definitely has 4K quality as advertised. Overall, most are happy with the quality and features of the product.
"...So I needed something built well and easy for a beginner. But with great video. Enter the DJI Mini 2.The package was delivered around 3pm...." Read more
"...5. Also upgraded is the maximum video resolution, doubled from 2K to 4K...." Read more
"...the drone handles great. Pretty much hovers in place and takes great pics..it covers all the areas i was wanting a drone to do..i wanted it juat..." Read more
"...It's all of the things that every good app should be. It shows a live view of the camera along with TONS of useful information that is somehow..." Read more
Customers find the unmanned aerial vehicle easy to fly. They say the app is easy to use, the drone responds instantly, flies smoothly, and performs flawlessly. They also say the flight characteristics all appear comparable, the maneuverability is excellent, and the drone is a snap to fly!
"...Mavic Mini provides over 25 minutes of flight time, an amazing stable flight, ease of flying and a compact form factor -- and most of all: fun...." Read more
"...the drone handles great...." Read more
"...The creme de la creme. The intelligent flight modes are sweet and everything, but I don’t use them as often as I thought I would...." Read more
"...It limits your movements to ensure you don't end up upside-down or flailing helplessly out of control...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the unmanned aerial vehicle. They mention that the software update is worth the price, and the hardware related parts help keep the price down. Some love the drone and it was well worth buying. The bundle package was a great deal, as the drone comes with 2 more batteries, and a charger.
"...DJI’s sales would triple if people knew how easy to use and affordable this drone is. Maybe the Mini 3 is way better. I don’t know...." Read more
"...would not hover properly pics was awful..but this ltl dji is def worth the money as far as i am concerned.. looking forward to hopefully many flights" Read more
"...you’re a beginner or even as experienced as I am this drone is 100% worth the money...." Read more
"...It's not terribly expensive, and you'll quickly be up and flying." Read more
Customers find the unmanned aerial vehicle easy to pack and travel with due to its small size. They say it's great for travel, and the hard case makes it easy to carry in a hurry. Customers also mention that the drone is under 250g making it easier to fly in most other countries.
"...More Combo package, which provides 2 extra batteries and a nifty portable charge bank that can store and charge all three batteries..." Read more
"...into such a small device. Despite being so small and light, this drone can handle it’s own in the wind...." Read more
"...components is excellent, and the fact that the drone folds into a compact package for transport makes taking it along with you a snap...." Read more
"...The gray semi-hard case looks nicer, is easier to pack in a hurry, and offers better protection...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the unmanned aerial vehicle. Some mention that it responds instantly, flies smoothly, and is amazing by how quick it can get. They say it can fly much faster than you'd first realize, with a realistic flight time of more than 25 minutes. However, others say that the Mini 2 camera does not perform quite as well as a Phantom, one motor was not working properly, and not all apps work with this drone. It takes time to control the drone for beginners but they will eventually learn the tricks.
"...I moved it right, and left, and its response time was instant. I figured out how to record...." Read more
"...Wow. I'm speechless. The world is filled with absolute garbage apps. Everything has an app now. My grill even has an app...." Read more
"...The original Mavic Mini provides over 25 minutes of flight time, an amazing stable flight, ease of flying and a compact form factor -- and most of..." Read more
"...The image quality is outstanding in both video and stills. The app is a little flaky about what gets stored where, so you may want to rely more on..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the unmanned aerial vehicle. Some mention that the three batteries last for long time, while others say that they did not last anywhere near as long as advertised.
"...The new controller for the Mini 2 is excellent. It has a nice beefy battery that can optionally charge your phone while it's connected and still..." Read more
"...My screen said that I had a battery fault. I got sick to my stomach and the shut off the drone and inserted another battery...." Read more
"...Battery life, range, etc, all perform as advertised...." Read more
"...up to around what the manufacturer says, but it does significantly decrease your battery life to do so...." Read more
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This drone DOES NOT have collision avoidance which I wish it did and those sensors would be the only reason I would upgrade to a new drone. Early on I bought the DJI Refresh warranty that covers 2 crashes and fly aways. I never had a flyaway but I did hit a tree with it (It can go about 30 MPH in sport)
The DJI Refresh warranty was 79 bucks I think, it was WELL WORTH IT... I broke my drone into about 10 pieces and they had me ship it back, I got a new one in the mail and was in the air again.
The carrying bag that it comes with is not really a bonus in my opinion, I take my drone everywhere and that bag would never protect it the way it needs to be. I bought a hard plastic case to carry it in (in the photo)
The camera is excellent and the gimbal is OUTSTANDING. No matter how fast you are flying or how crazy, the gimbal is always catching a great view. The camera has a setting that allows you to tilt it up +15 degrees above the horizon which allows you to take awesome cloud pictures, I am much happier once I enabled that.
The RTH (Return to home) feature is great! I was surprised the few times I tried it, I was worried it wouldn't be able to do it but it was surprising accurate.
Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2023
This drone DOES NOT have collision avoidance which I wish it did and those sensors would be the only reason I would upgrade to a new drone. Early on I bought the DJI Refresh warranty that covers 2 crashes and fly aways. I never had a flyaway but I did hit a tree with it (It can go about 30 MPH in sport)
The DJI Refresh warranty was 79 bucks I think, it was WELL WORTH IT... I broke my drone into about 10 pieces and they had me ship it back, I got a new one in the mail and was in the air again.
The carrying bag that it comes with is not really a bonus in my opinion, I take my drone everywhere and that bag would never protect it the way it needs to be. I bought a hard plastic case to carry it in (in the photo)
The camera is excellent and the gimbal is OUTSTANDING. No matter how fast you are flying or how crazy, the gimbal is always catching a great view. The camera has a setting that allows you to tilt it up +15 degrees above the horizon which allows you to take awesome cloud pictures, I am much happier once I enabled that.
The RTH (Return to home) feature is great! I was surprised the few times I tried it, I was worried it wouldn't be able to do it but it was surprising accurate.
Well, I still would like to actually be good at flying those types of devices. The DJI Mini 2 won't get me there, but I'm willing to bet it will help. You can't turn off all of the helper electronics and start doing flips like you can with the sport quads, but that's not really the point. The point is the camera, and the camera is fantastic.
I'm going to start splitting this review up into sections because I can already feel like it's going to be a long one.
=== The Camera ===
This isn't one of those cheap no-name drones with a terrible camera that gives you a dark, laggy, choppy view until it blacks out at 60 feet away. To be honest, I'm not even sure how they do it, but I get full signal strength and clear 720p transmission well beyond where I start getting nervous and bring it back to me. You can set all sorts of options, including manually adjusting the exposure in flight or leaving it on automatic, setting it to 4:3 or 16:9 (the former gives you the full 12MP image, while the latter fills your screen better but you lose some pixels on the top and bottom), and you can shoot stills in JPG or JPG+RAW. Video can be shot at 1080p, 2.7K, or 4K.
While flying, your recordings and photos will show up on your phone immediately, but in preview resolutions. I'm not sure what the still photo size is, but the videos are 720p (so the photos may be 1280x720 depending on your aspect ratio, but I don't remember off the top of my head). This allows you to view and share immediately. The full resolution images and videos are located on the micro SD card, so you can pop that into your computer to see everything in its full glory. You can also create a wi-fi connection to the drone to transfer the full resolution stuff directly to your phone if you don't want to wait. I only had to set this up once, and it seems to be able to do the transfers every time now, without any extra interaction from me (other than telling it to start the transfer). This alone is fantastic to me, I'm so used to devices that require you to drop your wi-fi connection in your phone settings, choose the new device, connect, do your thing, then disconnect and reconnect to your original wi-fi connection. This is all done behind the scenes seamlessly after initial setup on the Mini 2. What a breath of fresh air!
=== Basic Flying ===
This is the ultimate in beginner-friendly flying. You can't (accidentally or otherwise) turn off the host of helper sensors keeping the craft stable and safe. It limits your movements to ensure you don't end up upside-down or flailing helplessly out of control. Releasing the sticks quickly brings it to a stable hover. The three main flying modes (Cine, Normal, and Sport) are all fully aided by sensors, the only difference is how quickly it will allow you to move and change direction. Someone brand new to flying might want to start in Cine mode, as it is the most forgiving and the slowest moving. All three of these modes have separate settings for how fast and smooth the camera gimbal works, and these settings can be modified for each mode.
=== Batteries ===
Since I got the Fly More package, I got three batteries. I haven't really tested them for real-world flight time yet, but that will naturally change a lot based on your flying style, the amount of work it needs to do to counteract wind, etc. They last a good amount of time, though - nothing like the little sport quad I have that gets about 6 minutes per battery. The controller has its own battery, which as far as I can tell is not replaceable. It's charged via USB-C, and has the option (which you enable in the DJI app on your phone) to charge your phone while it's connected.
The Fly More package includes a charger that holds all three batteries and charges them in sequence via USB-C. I found this interesting because most multi-battery chargers charge everything equally in parallel, but of course for something like this you'd want all of the power charging one battery first so it gets to 100% quicker, and the others can charge while you're using the full one.
=== DJI Fly (the phone app) ===
Wow. I'm speechless. The world is filled with absolute garbage apps. Everything has an app now. My grill even has an app. And the vast majority of things that have apps have garbage apps that might get updated for the first month or two after product release, but then are allowed to languish and die with none of the bugs ever worked out, and no support ever offered. It's one of the worst things about connected devices.
DJI Fly is gorgeous. It's stable. It's usable. It's all of the things that every good app should be. It shows a live view of the camera along with TONS of useful information that is somehow always there but never in my way. Pre-flight status information tells you when it's a good idea to take off (for example, it will stop you from taking off until you have a good GPS lock, unless you choose to override and take off anyway). Your photo and video options are all clustered on the right side, and the top right shows you things like the battery charge remaining, approximate flight time remaining, signal strength to the controller, GPS lock, etc. The bottom left shows things like your current speed horizontally and vertically, it's current height off the ground, and the drone's current ground distance from its home point. Tapping the map icon on the bottom left brings up a detailed map (with the camera live view going into the corner in an overlay window), and the map shows the path that the drone has taken since launch, as well as its current orientation, your current position, and the home point position. If you lose track of where your drone is and the camera imagery isn't helping, you can just use the map to point your drone towards you and start flying back. If you don't want to take your hands off the controls, you can set the Function button on the remote to quickly swap between map mode and camera mode.
The DJI Fly app has integrated maps to show you where there are restricted airspaces around you. You can tap on a restricted airspace to see what the restrictions are. The app will actively prohibit you from getting into trouble by inadvertently entering a no-fly zone without authorization. It will even warn you as you get closer to a restricted area without entering (where you can still legally fly, but you're approaching restricted airspace).
Distance and altitude limitations are easily set in the app. The altitude limitation is particularly useful since you can't legally fly above 400 feet without a waiver in the United States. I have my ceiling set to 400 feet, and when I hit it the drone stops climbing and I get a nice lady in the app telling me I've reached maximum altitude.
=== Controller ===
The new controller for the Mini 2 is excellent. It has a nice beefy battery that can optionally charge your phone while it's connected and still have plenty of battery life for a number of flying sessions. It has a Function button that can be mapped to several different functions in the app. Two functions actually, because you can set it to do something when clicked, and another thing when double-clicked. Camera movement is controlled with a wheel under your left finger, the button to start/stop recording (or to take a picture) is under your right finger, and another button on the right switches between still and video modes.
While I've never tried it myself, it is possible to use the controller to pilot the drone without a phone attached. Obviously you won't get a camera display, and your flight is limited to something like 60 feet from you in any direction, but it can be done.
=== Conclusion ===
As someone who has been into photography for over 25 years now, I've always wanted a drone with a camera. But I never thought I'd be able to get one at this quality for this price. I'm completely blown away. If I continue to use and enjoy it for a while, I do plan to upgrade to something a little more feature-rich, like the Mavic Air 2 (or whatever version is out at the time). But this is the perfect drone to start with, to decide if I will ever need to move up and spend the extra money.
Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2021
Well, I still would like to actually be good at flying those types of devices. The DJI Mini 2 won't get me there, but I'm willing to bet it will help. You can't turn off all of the helper electronics and start doing flips like you can with the sport quads, but that's not really the point. The point is the camera, and the camera is fantastic.
I'm going to start splitting this review up into sections because I can already feel like it's going to be a long one.
=== The Camera ===
This isn't one of those cheap no-name drones with a terrible camera that gives you a dark, laggy, choppy view until it blacks out at 60 feet away. To be honest, I'm not even sure how they do it, but I get full signal strength and clear 720p transmission well beyond where I start getting nervous and bring it back to me. You can set all sorts of options, including manually adjusting the exposure in flight or leaving it on automatic, setting it to 4:3 or 16:9 (the former gives you the full 12MP image, while the latter fills your screen better but you lose some pixels on the top and bottom), and you can shoot stills in JPG or JPG+RAW. Video can be shot at 1080p, 2.7K, or 4K.
While flying, your recordings and photos will show up on your phone immediately, but in preview resolutions. I'm not sure what the still photo size is, but the videos are 720p (so the photos may be 1280x720 depending on your aspect ratio, but I don't remember off the top of my head). This allows you to view and share immediately. The full resolution images and videos are located on the micro SD card, so you can pop that into your computer to see everything in its full glory. You can also create a wi-fi connection to the drone to transfer the full resolution stuff directly to your phone if you don't want to wait. I only had to set this up once, and it seems to be able to do the transfers every time now, without any extra interaction from me (other than telling it to start the transfer). This alone is fantastic to me, I'm so used to devices that require you to drop your wi-fi connection in your phone settings, choose the new device, connect, do your thing, then disconnect and reconnect to your original wi-fi connection. This is all done behind the scenes seamlessly after initial setup on the Mini 2. What a breath of fresh air!
=== Basic Flying ===
This is the ultimate in beginner-friendly flying. You can't (accidentally or otherwise) turn off the host of helper sensors keeping the craft stable and safe. It limits your movements to ensure you don't end up upside-down or flailing helplessly out of control. Releasing the sticks quickly brings it to a stable hover. The three main flying modes (Cine, Normal, and Sport) are all fully aided by sensors, the only difference is how quickly it will allow you to move and change direction. Someone brand new to flying might want to start in Cine mode, as it is the most forgiving and the slowest moving. All three of these modes have separate settings for how fast and smooth the camera gimbal works, and these settings can be modified for each mode.
=== Batteries ===
Since I got the Fly More package, I got three batteries. I haven't really tested them for real-world flight time yet, but that will naturally change a lot based on your flying style, the amount of work it needs to do to counteract wind, etc. They last a good amount of time, though - nothing like the little sport quad I have that gets about 6 minutes per battery. The controller has its own battery, which as far as I can tell is not replaceable. It's charged via USB-C, and has the option (which you enable in the DJI app on your phone) to charge your phone while it's connected.
The Fly More package includes a charger that holds all three batteries and charges them in sequence via USB-C. I found this interesting because most multi-battery chargers charge everything equally in parallel, but of course for something like this you'd want all of the power charging one battery first so it gets to 100% quicker, and the others can charge while you're using the full one.
=== DJI Fly (the phone app) ===
Wow. I'm speechless. The world is filled with absolute garbage apps. Everything has an app now. My grill even has an app. And the vast majority of things that have apps have garbage apps that might get updated for the first month or two after product release, but then are allowed to languish and die with none of the bugs ever worked out, and no support ever offered. It's one of the worst things about connected devices.
DJI Fly is gorgeous. It's stable. It's usable. It's all of the things that every good app should be. It shows a live view of the camera along with TONS of useful information that is somehow always there but never in my way. Pre-flight status information tells you when it's a good idea to take off (for example, it will stop you from taking off until you have a good GPS lock, unless you choose to override and take off anyway). Your photo and video options are all clustered on the right side, and the top right shows you things like the battery charge remaining, approximate flight time remaining, signal strength to the controller, GPS lock, etc. The bottom left shows things like your current speed horizontally and vertically, it's current height off the ground, and the drone's current ground distance from its home point. Tapping the map icon on the bottom left brings up a detailed map (with the camera live view going into the corner in an overlay window), and the map shows the path that the drone has taken since launch, as well as its current orientation, your current position, and the home point position. If you lose track of where your drone is and the camera imagery isn't helping, you can just use the map to point your drone towards you and start flying back. If you don't want to take your hands off the controls, you can set the Function button on the remote to quickly swap between map mode and camera mode.
The DJI Fly app has integrated maps to show you where there are restricted airspaces around you. You can tap on a restricted airspace to see what the restrictions are. The app will actively prohibit you from getting into trouble by inadvertently entering a no-fly zone without authorization. It will even warn you as you get closer to a restricted area without entering (where you can still legally fly, but you're approaching restricted airspace).
Distance and altitude limitations are easily set in the app. The altitude limitation is particularly useful since you can't legally fly above 400 feet without a waiver in the United States. I have my ceiling set to 400 feet, and when I hit it the drone stops climbing and I get a nice lady in the app telling me I've reached maximum altitude.
=== Controller ===
The new controller for the Mini 2 is excellent. It has a nice beefy battery that can optionally charge your phone while it's connected and still have plenty of battery life for a number of flying sessions. It has a Function button that can be mapped to several different functions in the app. Two functions actually, because you can set it to do something when clicked, and another thing when double-clicked. Camera movement is controlled with a wheel under your left finger, the button to start/stop recording (or to take a picture) is under your right finger, and another button on the right switches between still and video modes.
While I've never tried it myself, it is possible to use the controller to pilot the drone without a phone attached. Obviously you won't get a camera display, and your flight is limited to something like 60 feet from you in any direction, but it can be done.
=== Conclusion ===
As someone who has been into photography for over 25 years now, I've always wanted a drone with a camera. But I never thought I'd be able to get one at this quality for this price. I'm completely blown away. If I continue to use and enjoy it for a while, I do plan to upgrade to something a little more feature-rich, like the Mavic Air 2 (or whatever version is out at the time). But this is the perfect drone to start with, to decide if I will ever need to move up and spend the extra money.
It was easy to get the drone attached to phone and controller..
This thing is small in your hands and tiny when in the air.
It is basically a ltl flying camera.
I do recommend getting the dji care when 1st syncing drone..49 bucks. I used it for 1 hour the 1st day then about 40 mins the second day. The second day a tree reached out over the fence and grabbed my drone sending it on a tree trimming mision. Ended up braking a rear arm after hitting multible tree limbs on the way down..dji care was contacted the next day.about 12 hours later i was told it would be repaired(after payment for 49.00 cleared) 24 hours after filing i received a email from ups to print out a lable..printed then dropped off...submitted repair request monday 10am dropped off at ups tuesday at 1030 am received replacement drone thursday at 11am... i wqs very impressed..you get 2 exchanges with dji care per year 1st is 49 second is 59.00..love the rapid response..
the drone handles great. Pretty much hovers in place and takes great pics..it covers all the areas i was wanting a drone to do..i wanted it juat for my camping and hiking trips. Always love the birds veiw of life and this gives it to me. Still getting use to flying it and im sure it will take more time but it is a fun ltl drone to fly. Slow for pics or fast for fun its a general all around fun drone. Two of my friends that have tinkered with it are looking to purchase 1 for themselves and as of this writing 1 has already order the fly more package just like mine he should have it in his hands by saturday.. had a holy stone drone that was a expensive kids toy would not hover properly pics was awful..but this ltl dji is def worth the money as far as i am concerned.. looking forward to hopefully many flights
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Somente no controle vem omologado pela Anatel, o drone filma bem e a duração da bateria em voo é de 26 minutos jamais vai conseguir voar 31 minutos como no anúncio com as baterias originais.
La barería me ha durado aproximadamente 20 min, y la imagen de video e imagen es muy buena, es un muy buen drone para compartir con la familia, amigos e incluso hacer algunos proyectos que no requieran mucha calidad de imagen o en lugares con mucho viento.
El viento es un factor, pero en esta versión es más estable y puedes volar con mayor tranquilidad.
Hab dann dieses Warehouseprodukt gefunden und bin wirklich super happy!
Alles vollständig, alles funktioniert und die Drohne geht ab wie Schmidts Katze 😂
Bedenkt, dass bei der Drohne keine SD Karte dabei ist. Die müsst ihr noch dazu bestellen.
Alles andere ist dabei inkl. der 3 Akkus, was ein permanentes fliegen wirklich einfach macht. Mit 3 Akkus kann man ca. 1,5 Stunden fliegen. Während der erste Akku im Powerpack lädt, fliegt man mit dem zweiten usw. Sobald der dritte leer ist, hat der erste (normalerweise) seine volle Ladung erreicht und es kann nonstop weitergehen.
Aktualisiert am Besten alles direkt zu Beginn. Es gibt ne Menge Updates für die App, den Akku, die Flugkarten etc. etc.
Bin auf jeden Fall begeistert 😎
Viel Spaß euch, mit diesem Produkt.
PS: wer’s Geld hat, kann sich natürlich auch die neue Mini 3 Pro holen, aber ich war nicht bereit für die „wenigen“ Unterschiede (meine subjektive Meinung) den doppelten Kaufpreis auszugeben 😉
Owing a large drone is difficult for beginners, so I believe this product is the best solution for beginners.