For all those videographers and photographers that have been searching for that perfect addition to your arsenal, the DJI Mavic Mini is quite the piece of equipment to consider. This drone is small and lightweight, making it easy to carry around and possible to fly anywhere. Starting at USD $399, this drone is the most affordable amongst all DJI drones. However, with such an affordable price it comes with some cutbacks when it comes to features and camera quality.
Pros
2.7K Gimbal-Stabilized Video
Built with the same image sensor as the Mavic Air and Mavic Pro, the Mavic Mini shoots 12MP aerial photos and 2.7K Quad HD videos. It also is outfitted with a 3-axis motorized gimbal, so those shots are going to be smooth and clear. 2.7K is really not too bad, especially because you’re capturing 25/30 fps. If you want to shoot something with a little slow-mo on it, the Mavic Mini shoots full HD at up to 60 fps.
Longer Flight Time
One of the key features of the Mavic Mini is its size. This drone is tiny, almost as light as a smartphone and it fits in the palm of your hand. There’s an added advantage to it having such a small form factor: longer flight time. The Mavic Mini can stay in the air for up to 30 minutes on a fully-charged battery.
Weighs 249g
This specific number is not just a random coincidence. The drone was specifically made this size so that it would not need to be registered for individuals to fly it, making it the perfect drone for people who have never flown one before or hobbyists to get.
Cons
No object avoidance
The DJI Mavic Mini lacks a few features that some of its counterparts currently have, such as object avoidance. Without this feature, the drone is susceptible to crashing into objects. Users would need to be careful and vigilant when flying the drone so as to not damage it.
The DJI Mavic Mini is affordable, portable and an overall great drone for beginners and hobbyists. Its compatibility with both Android and iOS devices through the DJI Fly app makes it much easier for users to navigate and use the drone and makes the learning curve for beginners simpler.
