DJI Mini 4 Pro - 51 Things You Need to Know Before You Fly It!

[@51Drones]

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[@americansoldier7776]

Care Refresh is an absolute must! Five stars to DJI for their service. I used it twice, could not be happier.

[@BlairAir]

It's also $79 for a year on Mini 4 Pro. A lot easier to handle after a 1k purchase than the $239 it costs for my Mavic 3 Pro. I can afford to take more risks flying the little guy than my $3k Fly More Flagship

[@BlairAir]

Russ was the ONLY REVIEWER THAT COVERED FOCUS TRACK SETTINGS MENU IN ANY AMOUNT OF DETAIL. NO ONE ELSE EVEN SHOWED THE SETTINGS!!!! Thank you Russ!

[@51Drones]

Most people saved it for a separate video I think.

[@FORDEVR]

I was going to buy a used one as I usually do with most DJI products. For the first time, I decided to bite the bullet and buy it brand new about a week ago. I wish I had just done this six months ago. I have only put four batteries through it, but I am loving it. Thanks for all the great videos. Looking forward to learning how to use it even better. This is my fifth DJI drone and I think it is my favorite. I have previously owned the original Mavic mini the air 2s the mini 3 pro and a inspire 1 thx russ🎉🎉🎉

[@rosyhvideo2587]

Just ordered my mini 4 pro at Best Buy! Can’t wait to test out all of its new features 😊

[@petes7401]

I am a newbie. Bought the mini pro3 and didn’t get the insurance. Crashed the gimble. Now I’m getting the 4pro. Lesson learned.

[@Whitepinoy]

You are one of the better ones out there in showing what it can do instead of just talking about it. Thanks for your Great Videos

[@Aegieon76]

Gratitude Thank you for inspiring me, through all your educational videos, to get my FAA Part 107!! I finally got my temporary certification today. Keep up the good work!!

[@wildlifesnapper1]

You needed obstacle avoidance yourself, lol, great video, regards from England.

[@creativecarveciteclimb5684]

Yeah, that branch came out of nowhere lol.

[@lifestapestry2968]

Can't justify ditching my M3P for the M4P right now, while the imporovements are significant I suspect like most, I'll wait for the M5P.

[@GetUrOwnHandle]

M4P is the end game. M5P won't be adding much on top of what we already have now & will be even more of an incremental upgrade. Remember the Mini drone series targets

[@lifestapestry2968]

@@GetUrOwnHandle more reason then to wait until the final version....

[@rustytaco8412]

Okay, here's my controversial hot take on this drone. First of all, thank you very much for making this video. So here it goes, this drone has a feature that I have been waiting for on all my other past DJI drones. One of my biggest issues I've had with my past drones is that whenever I selected myself for the Drone to track, it would automatically fly to about 9 or 10 ft above me, and then it would start tracking/following me. This would always get super annoying because it was the stereotypical Drone footage angle that everyone could tell was being shot by a drone. I understand that DJ I did this because it was a safety feature for vehicles and humans getting in the way of the drone. Also made your footage look horrible whenever you attract someone, or track yourself. It wasn't that typical camera footage of someone recording you at chest level like what you see in movies or on television. So when the Drone flew at nine or ten feet, it looked absolutely horrible. The newly designed focus tracking option "Near ground flight", FINALLLY means you get get the natural camera angle as if someone is holding a high end hand held DSLR and recording you! I LOVE THIS! But it doesn't end here. Another issue I had was when you selected yourself for the Drone to track Not only would it start flying about 3 or 4 ft above you, but it would also distance itself from you wallet tract you. Again, another safety feature, I understand. But now, having the ability to adjust snd bring the drone closer to you while it follows/tracks you makes this drone so valuable. This drone, because of those updates to adjust the height and tracking distance to the subject, has essentially voided the cameraman that has to follow you as a creator. This drone just fired your second employee. INSANE. I am still going to get the mavic 3 Pro, but I am sure these features will also come in a firmware update in a couple of months. I'm totally fine with waiting. I need the video quality of the mavic 3 Pro, but I need the tracking features of the Mini 4 Pro. Good job DJI!

[@rickdeckard7549]

Glad they finally added waypoints but geez, Parrot had that feature, ran it on my old Bebop 2, and it was full featured like using Lichi, YEARS ago…albeit without obstacle avoidance…but meh, you had to seriously plan…and the interface was nifty….just sayin’

[@DougLaneGPlus]

Hi Russ, fantastic review! Thank you for sharing the information in this and your other videos, they are top notch! The new capabilities of the Mini 4 Pro are astounding.

[@DirtyBird]

+1 on Care Refresh. Used it on my Mini 3 Pro. Express exchange arrived 2nd day. DJI general repair service is great as well. Mishap with my 4-year old Mavic 2 Pro. $88 got me a new Mavic 2 Pro which I was then able to purchase a 2-year Care Refresh plan for! SCORE!

[@davidgaul572]

Your videos are always great!

[@djstrains]

Just purchased, based upon your video. I trust you 100% and often suggest you to people who inquire about the hobby.

[@RussShirley1]

Hey Russ, Glad I waited for your intro to this one, well worth the wait as always. Thanks 🙏

[@psoon04286]

We’re living in an era when technological improvements coupled with miniaturization and battery efficiency allows for new models to outdo their previous models in a span of a year! I’m still learning the ropes of my Mini 3 Pro, my mirrorless Nikon, and lo and behold, a newer and significantly better model just popped up😲 If anyone is just waiting to jump in, don’t wait or you’ll forever be on the fence😄

[@BlairAir]

Well said - if your waiting because newer better models are being developed... you will be waiting forever. All the Air 3 "waiting for the S" folks... I generally get 90% of my cost back on Ebay a year out, its accessories I lose on, lol.

[@Thrashaero]

i just bought a mini 3p because of that last statement, now i wish i waited

[@rdbishop999]

I have the Air 2S and I would love to see DJI add cruise control and waypoints and I would not have to even consider an upgrade, at least for now.

[@droneeire-etienneredman9828]

I'm in the same boat,I think we air 2s flyers are being punished and left behind, my air 2s does everything I want it to do, but I would certainly want waypoints, I don't want to have to upgrade because all the new drones are built in very thin plastic and does not feel as solid as the air 2s does, plus excellent in the wind and video/pic quality is far superior if you know your settings, but I must say I'd like to add the mini 4 pro to the group, thanks Russ for another very informed video.

[@JimKilgo]

I agree! I wish DJI would put these in a firmware upgrade for the Air2S!

[@axxonpl]

Still waiting for waypoints feature in air2s.

[@MattKurkowski]

Why would they give you a feature when they can have you just buy another drone.

[@Bill14886]

Need waypoints for my air 2s . Can’t get much money out of a used Air2S to be able to upgrade for very few upgrades . I have so many accessories for my drone I probably have 2 grand in it now. Not worth taking a huge loss just to upgrade for things I won’t really use anyway. But way points would be cool

[@TrueNorthDronography]

This is definitely my upgrade drone from my Mini 2. Can't wait to get one!!

[@DroningVeteran]

I have flown a few of the minis in the past and I had the opportunity to fly the mini 4 last weekend. I think the mini 4 pro will be my first mini in my fleet.

[@philliptatum2682]

Rex…Your videos are simply the BEST!! Thank you, Phil (KY)

[@willycintron4819]

Would you recommend upgrading from the Mini 3 pro?

[@mark35mi]

Brilliant. Love it. Must buy! More vids on this baby super appreciated. Nice work!

[@hummerzdca]

Great post! I have two Mini 3s, and a Mini 4 Pro waiting in the box. Don’t want to open it until I get better with my 3’s! Great job. Can’t wait!

[@andrewreyes1132]

DJI are taking the mini lineup to the next level. Excited to see what these drones look like in the coming years!

[@RonaldBrown59]

It seems like full featured Mini drone. Great review, and thanks for sharing, Russ.

[@sarimento1]

Russ! You’re looking awesome! Well done! Nice intro also!

[@406roam]

My DJI Mini 4 Pro is arriving today! I’m looking forward to creating some great videos with this.

[@GeorgeKFahnbulleh]

1) Waypoints 2) I also need the RC2 for my Air 3😊😊 3) 360 Obstacle Avoidance 4) Range

[@masonfarms]

Glad they added waypoints and cruise control!

[@benbell7]

I flew mine half hour ago in the dark it’s 1:42am now.. unbelievable in low light it’s just perfect!👌 I’ve had the air 2s mavic 2 pro mini 1 the 2 this is brilliant it’s all I need is this mini 4 pro!! sat in my car with strong signal. If you haven’t got one you need one 😂

[@djskillzz215]

Great review as always!!! (M3P owner right here).. I was gonna pass up on the M4P, and get the Air 3 for my low light and night footage, But Uhhh, yeah.. This M4P is like a Mini Air 3 and with those tracking features and upgraded obstacle avoidance and fair Price.. This M4P can be my new travel drone and be used for my future videography plans... Thanks for Sharing Russ!!! I appreciate you! #salute

[@blueknight2112]

I was going to hold out to get the Mavic 3 Pro. However, I think I’m going to grab the Mini 4 Pro. I know the Mavic 3 Pro is a superior drone, but for travel and for what I fly for, I feel the Mini 4 Pro would do me the best. The Obstacle avoidance is key for me. I had a tree jump out and whack my Mini 3 Pro. I also learned that the Care Refresh is critical for these guys. Equally amazed at the response from DJI on receiving the replacement drone. Well done review and thank you for your thoughts and in-depth testing. Now I just need to wait for the year-end bonus to get here so I can buy this guy. 😂

[@Flores828]

Yeah portability and ease of use on the go is what sold me yeah there’s bigger and better but portability is the winner

[@gabiajando]

I had the DJI spark for a very long time, I think it’s time to upgrade now, glad to hear this review

[@rothoveb]

With those advances in a small format, I'm going to have to jump back into drone ownership. Really informative video!

[@helloiamjoshie]

Great honest and respectful review. Just got mine a few days ago and I’m in love. First drone ever. Too bad the weather turned to poo. I’ll get back to it soon.

[@StartLivingNow1963]

This is the One I have been waiting for Great Video Thank You🙂

[@sweetwilliam61841]

Mine is coming tomorrow..I am so excited to get it flying..thanks for your video

[@adambezark2293]

Thanks for the video! Very helpful. Important question: are the Mini 3 Pro's accessories - like the RC controller or batteries - compatible with the Mini Pro 4?

[@rik-rutland]

Very informative, thank you. Do you know if the RC Pro is compatible with the Mini 4, and if not, is it likely to be via a fw upgrade?

[@marcusjackson9978]

I can't wait to get my hands on the Mini 4 Pro. In the UK and Europe it really is the most flexible option!

[@tico0195]

Got my mini 4 pro yesterday

[@themadgreek]

Russ...you're always my first stop for new DJI tech... thumbs-up 👍 again for providing great insight to changes/upgrades. Especially looking forward to the waypoints tutorial amongst others.

[@FlytPath]

Great video Russ

[@antondbali]

This mini is the drone I have waiting for

[@garyk6255]

What program do you use to edit drone videos, I am new to drones, thanks great video

[@michaelconlin4870]

I love that you added your stumble in the woods while tracking in the video. 😂 Thanks for the review. Probably going to get one now.

[@51Drones]

People love watching others fail. 😂

[@technodrone313]

everything i could think i would want in a drone. hopefully my microcenter has them next week

[@backyard3749]

How do VLOS requirements apply to your "flied until I lost signal" tests? I would love to hear what experts have to say....

[@Lili_Unrated]

Would you recommend as a first drone for work

[@DanJ6]

Russ, always a great review on these products. Thank you!

[@peruzatto]

Waypoints! Great!

[@Bdzynes]

Isn't it great to see where the drones launch piont is on the screen. The colors are so sweet. Still flying the Mini 2. H a ha. Switched to the Maven Lite that offers the same feature. Glad I didn't get the 3 as the new specs on the 4 are impressive. All these new features bet ya won't crash..or fall into a lake. Happy Flying!

[@twrmoor]

Do you know if the mini 4 is fpv ready with the goggle 2 and controller 2? Or might it come later with an update? Or will DJI bring out new goggles lol.

[@2Dronesheads]

I have never been able to buy a new released drone one that day. Always on a damn wait list.

[@Nortropb2]

Tell me, please. Is there a difference in picture quality when shooting 360 panoramas between mini 3 pro and mini 4 pro. Thank you.

[@veryberry-]

What software is used to edit the Dlog-M videos? Anything less expensive then the usual Adobe stuff?

[@michaelfuchs1467]

I'm in the market for a pre-owned M30T but now I will also get one Mini 4 Pro for casual, discreet and worry-free flying around people! 🙂

[@GeoDandrew]

Thanks Russ! Great video

[@TheMediaMedic]

Order placed today, very excited!

[@simonblackburn8741]

A great summary, Russ! I'll be getting one as soon as I can.

[@AARON_McKenzie]

I love your videos. Youve been incredibly helpful.. I've been saving up for the 3 pro but now i REALLY want this mini 4 pro .. thank you for all you advice.. i wish i got the care refresh on my mavic mini.. but i definitely will on the mini 4 pro

[@phknutson]

Can the waypoints be preplaced/selected on a map prior to drone reaching or flying to the waypoint?

[@Sir-Kay]

Can one adjust the inputs (drawing that green line on the focus trace) on the fly while the drone is performing the Focus Tracking thing or it has to be done before the drone gets in the air? Secondly, The Augmented thing, can one adjust the fly path before the drone is airborne or it can only be done while retuning home? either way, what's the point of the display showing me some fancy green path? Everybody's talking about what it is nobody is talking about when it can be activated, making it unclear if there's a need to upgrade or not.

[@dave20thmay]

While I was watching your video, DHL van came with my one. So do I finish watching or do I go and unpack. Ohh the decision and dilemma I have.

[@whotshisface]

How are you finding tracking from the front? Will it keep filming and flying in reverse, rather than rotate around you and follow you after a while? Thinking of mini 3 pro here.

[@jackatherton2712]

Great video, looks like a nice improvement!

[@joseph-n8y]

Good to know.thanks

[@VincentMartinFree]

Wow 😮that's awesome. I think I will get one. Thanks, Russ good info 👍

[@s5blitzer]

As always, another great succinct presentation of the facts. You were successful in making me think of adding the Mini 4 Pro to my existing Mini 3 Pro. Thanks!!

[@dalemcmartin9201]

Really enjoy your videos, very informative.

[@lee4318]

Awesome video, outstanding production.

[@willycintron4819]

Hi, I have ND filters for my 3 pro, will they fit on the 4 pro?

[@MarioNappa]

Does zoom work when you shoot in DLog? Air2S does not.

[@jesusm.jimenezsr.9528]

Thanks for your informative videos. I will like to know if you have some information concerning DJI GO 4 ap is no working in any of my devices.

[@richiev63]

I have a first gen Mini and have been holding out for a replacement. I think this will be the one. Thank you for an excellent review.

[@DarkStoneCastle]

Can you record active track, spolight mode, waypoints, all in 4k60? (unlike the mini 3 pro)

[@alexmongru9265]

Just bought it today as my first professional drone. I could definitely use that free care refresh. Sweet video!

[@flodynastyvi]

what are your thoughts... I'm considering buying it as well as my first drone. I was also considering the Air 3

[@thomasthomas896]

Hi great video one question is the battery in the mini pro 3 compatible with the mini 4. Thanks

[@51Drones]

yes

[@ajcpLive]

I'm planning to buy my first drone, and looking at mini 4 pro. When you said edited the D-Log M, where did you do that? Is there like a software you can install in your phone for easier access, or must be done in a PC?

[@peterwrulon-photography]

Great videos! Can you do a update on operations over people. Most important is where do we find our drone category. Or are we still stuck under 250

[@wahapete8769]

Is the mini 4 pro compatible with the white googles from years ago?

[@Andrew-ice]

Can you use the video recording when the eco mode is on?

[@jamessteadman6332]

Thanks for this review. Very helpful. I have the M3P but will definitely upgrade.

[@aerialexcursions]

Love waypoints!!! I had it on my 1st drone ever, my Parrot Bebop 2 and it hands down was my favorite feature!

[@906Roofer]

Its always about video....what is the best drone for photography

[@arunasamarakon]

Currently have a mini SE and I'm tempted to upgrade.. Care refresh would be nice❤

[@TM-Iowa]

In your next testing would you consider how long it realistically recharge the battery from say 10% I.E 10% to 100% in X minutes. Thanks.

[@tepvideo]

Now that you have on in your hands....which accessories are swappable between the Mini 3 Pro and the Mini 4? I'm hoping the propeller guards are. Had a chance to try yet? TIA!

[@philmcg7701]

Great video as usual Russ. So cool you are giving away the Refresh package. I can atest to its value. I used it twice on my Mavic 2 pro. Quick turn around and easy to deal with.

[@907nvl]

Excellent review! Thank you very much.👍👍

[@barnseyk8188]

Always get new insights and clear, understandable knowledge from your content Russ. I'm seriously vacillating between the M4Pro and the Air3 upgrade from a M3Pro atm. Both of your vids on these are compelling. Size/weight might become my deciding factor as I live inside a controlled airport authorisation zone and there are even more, including non-controlled and heliports, and military restriction zones in a relatively short distance. Your reviews are top. Thx Kaz

[@nikolavonfulton5195]

I gonna wait till the mini 5 pro before I upgrade. My mini pro 3 is such a good drone

[@MarkusSenior]

Great first review. Thanks. How would you compare it to the Air 3 in terms of image quality? Cheers from LA.

[@51Drones]

I will do a video

[@MarkusSenior]

Looking forward to it.

[@chuck942]

I thought you were going to give your thoughts on the Mini 4 Pro's best commercial applications. I'm guessing it would be real estate aerial photography.

[@dron3studio]

Great 14min DJI Mini 4 Pro AD!!!

[@idonomuch]

Still have the mini 2, this one might be the upgrade I can justify.

[@swilson317]

The Mini 4 Pro is certainly much more than an incremental upgrade from the Mini 3 Pro! I received the Mini 3 Pro from my wife as a combo Christmas/Birthday gift. I'm really torn between upgrading to the Mini 4 Pro vs. keeping the Mini 3 Pro and adding a Mavic 3 to my collection! Decisions, decisions!

[@alainfloutier6466]

Hello, thank you for your comprehensive review. Quick question: I have a Mini 3 PRO. Can I install the ND filters I bought for my Mini 3 PRO on the Mini 4 PRO? Thanks

[@51Drones]

Nope

[@tikoy1955]

Awesome video and content. You sold me on it.