Why I Still LOVE the DJI SPARK One Year Later

[@Stephen-1381]

I bought a refurbished fly more combo on eBay for $350. Best purchase of my life!

[@Filmworks-uh6bw]

That's a really good deal. I got my FMC on ebay for $399 but it did come with a total of 3 batteries so that was nice because not all listings have 3. Some have 2 or even 1 and are still sold as "Fly More Combo".

[@plane_spotter_italy]

Mate for that today you could buy the mavic mini is better

[@neildorritt5719]

They are awesome, love it

[@ScottBondradioflier]

Still love mine! Sport mode with the Spark is so much fun. Thanks for the video.

[@Wavelength7mhz1]

One of my favorites the Dji Spark !!! I take it everywhere I can

[@matthewgleeson2121]

Was up at a tourist trap a few weeks ago and there was a couple of Mavic 2's, my own Mavic Air 2 and, to my surprise and delight, no fewer than two (2) Sparks all up in the air. Good to see the old girl still holding its own and in regular use!

[@ChristiaanRoest79]

I agree with you. The spark is an awsome drone. I have the spark, the mavic air/pro and the p4p and i am still flying with the spark, especially in crowdy places. It doesnt make that much noise. I also love the panorama mode.

[@davidsibble7429]

Loooove my Sparkie, same meadow green and I’ve been enjoying it since January 12th of this year. Fantastic drone and all my friends and neighbors are in awe of it every time I fly. Super drone for the size and price!!

[@reconnaissancesquadron222]

Why green? What happens if it ditches? The ideal drone would be like an octopus that could change its colour, pale blue underside when you want it to be invisible in the air, orange all over when you want to see it.

[@ManuGrov]

recently got a spark back here in India.enjoying it like a 12 year old kid even at 52! Captain Drone you really make informative videos.

[@marekslemensky4531]

11:40 I actually took my Spark apart to replace my broken camera, and the antennas are actually on both sides on the front just behind the gimbal and right next to the IMU. On the back as you showed, there are antenna connectors...

[@dmwil1]

Your videos are just great. Very informative! I've gotten more enjoyment from my Spark since discovering your channel. Thank you and keep up the great work!

[@techandoutdoor7301]

I own a Phantom 4, Mavic Pro and Spark, I love using my Spark the most due to its ease of use and great footage, no complicated settings, no cables and easy to fly, great for indoors too, especially those tight spaces. It also has a tonne of built in features and special flying modes, I foresee many years of use as it is a well made, quality drone.

[@darringallant]

The Spark w/ RC also has great range for such a small package. An OTG cable can help Android users having any video transmission errors. Great video Captain, thanks!

[@rmvelecky]

Yep your absolutely right.......the Spark is a great drone.....glad I have mine (combo pack) Great video

[@OFFDRONE_Palawan]

Oonly Just got mine (FMC) now in year 2020 july 4th... and i love it. Fly with confidence with DJI... if its not your review, I did not bought the spark... thanks Capt...

[@ahmadrezaalemi9065]

After a long time I ordered a dji spark and I can't wait to fly it when arrived next week. I didn't have money for mavic air and then spark was best choice. Right now I have ryze tello, wltoys q393 & syma x22...

[@BrianKushner]

Fantastic video. Never gave the Spark a second thought until seeing this, now I want to get one. Thanks.

[@cvheugten]

Perfect video Captain Drone. Exact what you wrote few days ago ‘I will make a new Sparkvideo. And yes, that Spark is excellent for the use I have in mind. Thanks for placing.

[@jmahler1967]

Just got my Spark last week. (Thank you Captain Drone for the input) I can't wait to begin filming my marching band in their rehearsals. I'm glad I spent the extra for the DJI.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

The Spark will do a great job for you

[@PhotoBob]

I love that I can take my Spark anywhere and if I crash it or break it I’m only out $349. It adds to my enjoyment of flying knowing I don’t have to stress about it. Ppl don’t look at me like I’m flying a crop duster either

[@johnsherwood3586]

Nice to see the spark ⚡️ hasn’t been forgotten.

[@northeastdroneproductions]

Yep Spark is an awesome little drone, yeah the camera is only 1080p and low light can be a bit of an issue but have been more than happy with the footage. I fly with 3 batteries as well, going to get another 2 soon, heaps of fly time then. Great vid :)

[@allanpetersen9243]

Well i had my Spark for a little over two months and fly 3-4 times a week. Always wanted to learn how to fly rc planes but didn’t had the patience or wanted to be “locked” to the same airfield in a rc club. With the Spark everyone can fly it right out of the box almost everywhere. That’s what i love about this little bird and had it with me a lot of times and filmed many places in my region. Now i want the Mavic Pro as my second drone and hope to see a price drop on the fly more combo:) I am also a big fan of your videos keep them coming;)

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

So very true, the Spark is one of the few drones you can fly in many locations (indoors or out) and have a good experience.

[@allanpetersen9243]

True:)

[@JandJfish]

Great video! Still LOVE my Spark as well. I actually find myself flying it a lot more than my Phantom 4 Pro. So much fun in such a small drone. Hoping the next spark will have folding arms, '"low noise" props, 4k and a 3 axis gimbal, but retain the tiny size.

[@cvheugten]

One week I have my Spark Captain Drone and it is amazing. Only now I met my own limitations, thats flying at higher altitudes. When the Spark flies at 40 meters high, its nothing for the drone itself (fly combo, so the perfect RC included), but for me it is. So small at that hight.. I have to learn this. Everything else, hand start, landing on my hand via different choices, recording, user settings, no problem at all. Fear of heights. 40m+... welll.. 😌 Really hope that one day I fly 200m+.

[@MrMegabite]

I got a Spark fly more a week ago, my first drone. I have had some signalproblems but overall I'm very happy with it. Like your videos to...

[@ev4657]

Man awesome video too! I do love the heck out of my spark and honestly will fly it before fooling with my phantom or even mavic pro. & def get the 3 batteries.....it's beyond worth it.

[@lloydi4395]

Love my spark, my first drone and so much fun

[@eddyg1794]

I'm saving up for one of these...maybe when the Spark pro comes out I can scoop a good deal on a used version 1 spark.

[@RogalloShaolin]

I still love my Phantom 4 and its a couple years old. I use it to prevalidate a pro shoot on my Inspire 2. I use my Spark for Day excursions.

[@reconnaissancesquadron222]

The Spark controller trickle charges the phone or tablet (not vice versa) when connected to an OTG cable. My tablet complains that it's told me before about the slow charging it gets when I connect it to something other than its high amperage charger. I don't know if that charging stops when you get flying, I have never drained the Spark controller's battery under any circumstances despite having a tablet and sometimes running three Spark batteries in a row. Anyway, you definitely don't have to worry about your phone being drained by the controller. It is probably a good idea to take a powerbank and assorted leads into the field with you to cover cases of unexpected battery drain. I once had my tablet die while the Spark was out dangerously exposed. It wasn't a catastrophe. The controller was still in contact. When I stopped panicking I hit RTH and it made that reassuring beep beep womb sound and came home, quite a few minutes later, as it had been over 700 metres away over woodland at the time. If that ever happens to you remember that the Spark doesn't know whether your phone is working, the Spark only knows whether or not it is in contact with a controller. If it is it awaits further instructions. It won't initiate RTH unless it has lost that signal, it doesn't know or care whether or not you can see anything on your screen.

[@BIGDRONEFLYER77RC]

I still love mine, people dont bug me when flying. They thing I'm flying a kids toy. Great job Capt. I appreciate you sharing the video.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Very true. If I want to film something in a park, no one ever bothers me if I'm flying a Spark.

[@chriso216]

I’m new to drone flying and loving it. Learning a lot and enjoying your videos. Very helpful!

[@adelaideabove3399]

My old boss showed me his spark before i got my mavic pro. It was fantastic to use and it started to show me the reliability and confidence a dji drone gives you. After 20-30 minutes though we burned through his 3 batteries and that alone was enough for me to keep saving a bit more to get the mavic pro instead. When we go flying together now i find he spends more time watching the mavic pro fly than flying his own drone (its practically 2 of his batteries used compared to one of mine).

[@crocodillianothecoolone4420]

I got a DJI Spark for Christmas today and i love it because it was easy to learn and i can connect my ipad mini with an extension so i can use a wire to connect it and don't have to use the wifi.

[@MannyCAM]

Captain,..you’re my new best friend! I feel the same about the Spark and don’t need any Mavic of any version to replace her. Too many Spark channels that I subscribed to, first started out swearing by the Spark, quickly picked up the Mavic Air when it debut. So seeing the Mavic Air flying around is no interest to me. I want to see Spark footage knowing that whatever footage I see, I can do on my Spark. Thanks for staying true the course, and for still expressing a deep respect and appreciation for the lil choo-choo that could. Cheers! And yes a Spark 2 ...SIGN ME UP.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Yes, I'm very much looking forward to the Spark Pro or Spark 2 or whatever DJI calls it.

[@MannyCAM]

GrumpyMadman : Sure will and sure do! Everytime !! Although the added weight would compromise her trimming a bit. Wooden want that to happen. Spark on top and woody below..heeheee

[@wulfclaw4921]

Wow ! I know this is an older drone but I am really impressed with this one ! Having that forward sensor is a big plus ! If you lose signal will it return to home ? Awesome review ! Do you think it's better over all than the Zino ? Wulfy

[@allanpetersen9243]

Hi Captain. Bad news my spark landed in a creek yesterday and was under water 2-3 minutes. It’s now in a box with rice with the battery too and would be there for a good 3-4 days. Really hope it would work again when dried completely out. I don’t have DJI Refresh care so that’s why i’ll try to make it work again. If not i have a spare spark and then get a new one :)

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

You may be in luck, as long as you removed the battery after you took it out of the water and didn't attempt to power it on. The batteries have an internal fault system that causes them to turn off (short out) when in water. This will sometimes save the rest of the electronics in your drone.

[@allanpetersen9243]

Well i did just that removed the battery right away after the water dip. So it has been in the box now for over two days and i will try with another battery and see if it still works today:)

[@SCAerialsSteveCarpenter]

Great 1-year review, I think it's a very fair and balanced review with actual long-term use, thank you!

[@anklbreakr88]

Great video! Really like your style of review and really informative. Thanks!

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Thank you greatly!

[@Emdrone1]

I love the DJI Spark tooooo! but I just gave the whole set up to my son!! fly more combo with the spark power bank!! He's loving it tooooo!! time to buy one for myself again!! my wife knew I was going to as soon as said I was giving it to my son!! lol

[@LouisLuzuka]

i really wanna get one now! i was gonna get the air but this is really nice for a first timer

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

It is easily the best DJI drone for people getting into the hobby.

[@conuk35]

same 'thought' I needed the Mavic Air.... but this will be enough. Coming in a couple of days. Good Video. Also the quieter it is is a deal for me... less people popping over to have a look.

[@aokusman6637]

Get the air. For the camera alone if you can afford it.

[@wswurv]

I agree’d that’s y I bought mine literally 1 week & a day ago... I love it. It is a bit finicky without the otg cable. I can’t find one anywhere & am waiting for my delivery from eBay. I constantly loose my connection however the remote does not lose connection & it even keeps recording. Get legs for it, trust me!!! I am glad it does freak out every now & then because I’m learning to control it & I’ve crashed it once not a scratch, lost control of it once & had to regain control right before it hit a building. That was on me I turned off obstacle avoidance... but I’m glad I’m making these mistakes on my Sparkicus now instead of a Mavic Pro 2 come Black Friday!!! I never use rth that scares me. I fly line of site anyway so I don’t need it & if I ever need to fly Uber far I’ll move closer... great drone to learn on... agree the camera can be improved!!

[@aokusman6637]

Sean Brunke what do you mean by OTG cable. I use mine with the provided cable and have no real issues. Had to install 4hawks antenna mod to give me more distance though in my urban area.

[@bluxx9830]

i know it's late but i love it so much! ima going to buy an used one in my opinion (FOR ME) it's the best drone,im not a professional,i just like to go on vacations,and it's perfect! Not gonna believe this,but i bought it with a controller for only 200 euros which is a pretty good deal!

[@allinmyhead]

Just getting one. Already have Phantom 3 . Excited !

[@brianwalsh1844]

Really enjoyed your video on the Spark - I love my Spark but it seemed to get the elbow off KZbin once the Air arrived. I watch every video about the Spark but am less inclined to watch one on the Air. Keep up the good work.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Very True. It seems the Mavic Air (since it is the newer drone) gets all the spotlight.

[@karlweb1]

Thanks for your input, I bought one today, much appreciated

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Cool! Enjoy!

[@neilmanning428]

Thanks Cpt,my 1st ever done is going to be a spark, thanks for all the advice and content. When did u get your 1st drone and what was it?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

My first drone was a terrible, no gps, drone that crashed on every flight. That was long ago... in a galaxy far far away.

[@rpelleti]

I just bought a $99 Tello by Shenzhen RYZE from DJI--now that's a toy. My DJI Spark is a lot more sophisticated than the Tello. I still love flying my DJI Spark, but like playing with my Tello. Also, the Tello is programmable for those who want to tinker with programming a drone. You hinted at a DJI Spark "Pro"? I can't wait to get more information about that.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

The Spark Pro is in high demand. We may see it sooner than later.

[@pawpatroloverlanding5593]

I went completely backwards in the Drone World. I figured if I purchased the high end models it would be easier to learn and not waste money on cheap models that would become dust collectors after a few months. Now I’m looking for the best price on this DJI Spark through your connections now in 2020 where would advise me to purchase one at. Thank You for everything you do for us.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

EBAY

[@Georgewrigley]

Love my Spark too. Made some awesome flights with her. Great video cheers 🍻

[@PalmettoMoon]

I don't understand why people think something is "OLD" when it's a year old? Really??? Waiting on those T-shirts captn. 😀

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Right, tell that to a Toddler (you're old kid, move over). One day I'll have T-Shirts. Just have to come up with the correct "very cool" logo design.

[@PalmettoMoon]

CAPTAIN DRONE I'm rolling that you used the reference to a one year old kid. I told a friend of mine (word for word) the exact same thing when we were talking about the spark and the one year mark for the tello. 👍

[@ivanpeso6280]

I have mavic pro(2017) and galaxy s7(2016) to fly with. "Put me in a museum :-)" technology must progress but something one year old it's Not old. I hope that my mavic pro will fly in 2022 and I like it no matter that I will have and mavic 3 or 4 :)

[@rasta77-x7o]

I have and love the spark, however i don't get the rated range. Apparently they deliberately weaken the signal because of the Australian laws.

[@rasta77-x7o]

@Paul Townsend I can't prove it I just have read about it online. In Australia you must keep your drone in visual sight at all times and we all know that's impossible and nobody does it. But yes apparently it's limited when it knows it's operating here, that or its permanently limited through the firmware itself for the AU models. Could be not true, but either way the Spark has very bad range.

[@marctrainor5595]

I really dig your videos. They're always well done, and I so, appreciate that you always record, good, hearable, audio. I assume your mostly using your lavaliere mike, but it's so nice to be able to hear people on these videos. I just bought a Spark, after already owning a Mavic Pro, and I love it. I haven't flown it very far from me yet, but it's super responsive and less conspicuous than the Pro. I'm wondering about this antenna thing you were talking about. I didn't know that the antenna was in the back of the Spark. Now, I'm certainly wondering if you flew it very far away and turned to make a panorama shot, if or how much it would affect the signal. Hmmmmm! Well, I'm gonna get a smaller tag for my Marco Polo tracker to put it on the Spark, but that still could be a problem if you lost connection over the water. At any rate, keep up the great videos, and I only hope I can get back to Canada some day, now that I have a couple of drones. Marc.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Thanks Marc. I had one of the very first SPARKs made (the one in this vid) and the antennas were more to the rear. DJI has since moved them further forward.

[@marctrainor5595]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Thanks for the response. That's really cool. I was originally gonna buy the Spark before I got a really good deal from a friend on a Mavic Pro. I was worried about all the fly away's and drop out of sky stuff I was reading about the Spark, but after I bought the Pro, I just kept thinking about the Spark for a smaller, more fun type drone, and made the plunge. I've actually experienced what seems to be it's more susceptible to interference, which showed up in the DJI Go 4 app, but then again I was very near my electronic gear at home, so duh. I just mean it seemed a little less immune to it than my Mavic Pro, but as long as I keep it away from the usual stuff, it seems fine. Again, I really enjoy your videos. You've really got a positive, upbeat presentation. That makes it so much more enjoyable and appealing to watch. Marc.

[@MALNTV]

I bought one too...these are becoming a fantastic deal.

[@maccman1900]

I sold my Spark about a year ago to buy the Mavic Air, but I must admit I do miss it and now it's come down in price I'll have to get another one ;-)

[@jittersfpv6872]

Hello, I was curious...couldn't I soft mount a go pro on the spark in theory?! They have some cool landing gear that stops the belly landing and puts it up an inch or so...could work right?! I have the Spark and the Tello, love them both for what they can do as well as the price...Perfect for what I need them for! Love the channel and the work you do, looking into some other less expensive drones after watching you reviews so thank you!!

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

I have a video where I placed a GOPRO session on the SPARK.

[@Dnameizking]

I still use my DJI Spark, great review Captain Drone! =)

[@RoccoGermani]

I really like my spark, glad you do too!

[@losttouristpresents]

Still happy with my spark. Good video reminded me of features I dont generally use.

[@KardosoMedia]

Love my Spark! It's such a great drone at a incredible affordable price point. It definitely doesn't get enough credit

[@michellehiggs60]

I have a spark and it's awesome. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@Tx_6969]

Sir, what if I buy all the spare parts of the Bugs 4w (all of them) and make my own drone with another frame (no camera ) and if I take very good care of it , then how many years will it last?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

You have too much time on your hands

[@daveeverett9341]

I have enjoyed my Spark, alongside a P4P and Mavic Pro. Since the last (December) firmware update, though, it flies less straight and the digital stabilization for lateral movement is overactive and almost never stops optically drifting. I always perform a compass and IMU calibration after updates, BTW. I'd like to enjoy it more, but end up flying my Mavic way, way more....

[@Dudeitsbrian]

Just got a spark, really good for a beginner like me. Currently all my video equipment is 1080p so it fits right in, but like what you said with your reasons for 4K, I would definitely want to upgrade to full 4K gear for more flexibility when editing

[@daveg3056]

A bit late to the party but I'm simply amazed by my new-to-me Spark...great channel, sub'd!

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Thank you and welcome to the channel!

[@mikestone9129]

Now we have the Mavic Mini. But, no avoidance sensors and no follow me tracking:-(

[@thrillscience]

I bought the Spark as my first drone just a few days ago. It's great to get started on and the video is fine for KZbin. In fact, if you're filming under "ideal" conditions, you can probably use it for some Real Estate jobs, etc. I figure once I become an expert flying this thing, I'll spend money on the Mavic Pro Zoom!

[@michaelluque5142]

Many are jumping on the anti Collision LED mini strobe lights, anywhere from 1 to 4 LEDs. Seeing that the Spark is limited in space, can the lights have an effect on the elections of the drone? First, I would never put them on top of the Spark for fear they could come off and into the props. However, my big concern would be where many are placing them. And that's under the Spark by the four gold color cubs. Could the flash of the LEDs interfere with the landing sensors, especially then placing it in the return home mod? What's your take on this? Thanks for your video it was very informative.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

As long as the strobe is not covering anything, then all should be well. I think you can place the Lume Cube strobe on the top center with no interference from the props.

[@ΜΑΘΙΟΣΜΑΘΙΟΣ]

Greetings from Greece!! Steve,i sold my q500+ cause crash the camera..i wanted something small..i was between sg906 pro2 and the max..then i saw your two videos with the spark..and i found a sale second hand with 4 batteries etc..at 230€ about 230$,is it worth it to buy it..? Thanks 👍 and nice videos ike always!!

[@GorillamansGarage]

As another Canuck... You say the Spark batteries are inexpensive... Would it then be better to just get the Spark with the controller and buy 2 more batteries than get the Fly Nore Combo?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

You could but you lose out on the SPARK charging hub and the carry bag.

[@nibbscbr]

Just pulled the trigger on the Spark FMC at Best Buy. It's so small!!!

[@denisberthier522]

Hum... I'l ask Christmas father... and still fly on my lovely little Tello for the moment. Maybe wait for an hypothetical Tello 2 ?

[@gebauzchris]

Recently got the Mavic Air... it's great, but I still got a craving for the Spark for a few reasons: - The Spark is even lighter, meaning I can go higher in countries like Austria that have the "79 Joule rule" (where you calculate the max height you can fly by calculating at which height falling down the kinetic energy would reach 79 Joules - for the Mavic Air it's at around 18 meters, for the Spark it would be at around 27 meters). - The Spark looks like toy - which is good in drone-sceptic countries where people wouldn't be so startled. The Mavic Air does look slightly more serious. - As you mentioned in the video, the lower noise (is it that much of a difference really? I find my Mavic Air to be really loud at least) also helps with that regard After all, a drone with better specs is uselss if you can't fly it legally or "socially acceptably". I've been trying to keep myself from spending more money by buying the Spark in addition to the Mavic Air... Also, before I got into serious droning, I had a Tello to get a taste of everything. I always hand-landed and sometimes hand-launched it, and I kind of miss that the Mavic Air isn't really designed to do that (I know you can technically do that, but it's not "officially" specified to do so). I think having the Tello, and then getting into it seriously, the Spark might be the best, most natural progression.

[@freddielonie3402]

Would you wait for the spark pro to be announced before you buy the Spark. So the price will drop? Or should I just buy the spark now. I would but the spark 1 anyway.

[@MannyCAM]

Freddie Lonie : Freddie, unless you know something different, i have yet to hear on a Spark Pro being released. But if it did, I would be one of the first to buy. SPARK PURIST

[@freddielonie3402]

MannyCAM if u do decide to buy it i would be interested in buying the v1.

[@MannyCAM]

Freddie Lonie : NP! I have 2; one I took for a swim and still needs to be sent back to DJI for repairs...lol. I love it so much I bought the second one before repairing the first. Crazy huh. yes the sturdy construction of the Spark was the only thing not covered in the review. The fact that it does not have folding wings is a benefit to how rugged it is.

[@freddielonie3402]

MannyCAM True, it looks so good. Will you sell one of ur sparks when you get the drowned one back from DJI? How did you manage to drown it?

[@MannyCAM]

Freddie Lonie ; the captain had mentioned the lack of back sensors, yep I was exploring a river bank, filming some ducks that were nesting, a low branch that was behind the Spark is what sent it to its watery grave..lol fortunately it was only 1 foot deep near the bank and I quickly retrieved it. No damage to the gimbal or anything else. Just shorted the board. Lets see on selling one. Seriously I LOVE this lil gal. Totally invisible to onlookers being so small. To me stealth is the biggest reason aside from being built like a tank. But if the pro is ever given life, then for sure I would part with one.

[@RhenuxGP]

One month ago I bought the Spark, in addition to my p4a. Really great copter. : D

[@jcmartin0784]

I love this drone. Thanks for the video

[@TonySkiens]

I love my spark so much

[@kerigancreighton2351]

Also according to teardowns of the DJI Spark, the signal wires actually go to the front of the drone, somewhere below the motors.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Really? I have only seen them in the rear.

[@kerigancreighton2351]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Yeah, I have experience fixing drones, laptops, and desktops... And I know that wires with the small brittle circular connecter leads to the antenna. On JerryRigEverything, there is a DJI Spark teardown and the wires go to the front of the drone.

[@JasonWallis76]

Thanks for the tips, brilliant video. I have a question about Spark and FPV, does it work with goggles? Thanks in advance.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

You connect the Spark controller to the DJI Goggles via a USB cable.

[@igorpljev4556]

Great video and tips i own a DJI Spark as well trying to test out my first flight soon. Btw was this taken in Ottawa? :)

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Yes, filmed in Ottawa area.

[@MrAnamchara]

I have just discovered a The Spark last month after carefully looking for my first drone. I got the Fly More Combo refurbished with 12 month warranty for less than £400 here in the UK. That's a good price here and its like new, the batteries giving me max flight time. I don't have the need for anything else and why do I need to go over even 1 kilometer when its not in the drone code or even legal-going to be illegal ( cant figure which but it wont be legal at some point if not already). I don't own a 4K monitor and really i don't miss the ability to crop or feel its a bad 1080p. I use a second hand ipad mini 2 and battery being sucked dry is not an issue. I only use it to fly the drone. I didn't want to risk having an incompatible Android phone and can use it if I decide to upgrade later

[@OCNcheffy]

You don't feel the need to use an OTG cable? I thought the video quality to the phone suffered due to wifi.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Not at all. An OTG cable is not a requirement for the Spark. If you had an old phone with poor WiFi or slow processor, then perhaps an OTG would help.

[@mohammedawad6806]

Helo, very nice drone .. question; is it posible to upgrade camera to 4K ? & is it much noisie? Any way, i get one after 2-3 days..thanks for your nice revieuw again ;)

[@mohammedawad6806]

Hi, today i buy that great Spark Fly More Combo with 4 batterys for €250..

[@kerigancreighton2351]

Great video! The spark really is an amazing drone, I have a Phantom 4 Advanced and I fly my Spark many more times than the Phantom. And also, new sub

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Thanks for the sub and welcome to the channel!

[@telebeater]

I also have a Phantom 4 Adv and just bought the Spark a few days ago. I am still getting used to it especially the shorter battery life however I am pleased with the video quality and portability. I live in Canada also and just flew my first Litchi mission in the snow LOL; can't wait for spring to arrive to really enjoy this hobby in comfort!!!

[@slugosrc1256]

Great Video! I love my spark also!

[@Matarani_vedios]

Hello my dear uncle Could you please tell me that does dji spark has failsafe return.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

It does

[@DougChristensen]

On my first flight with the Spark, outside in the cold with the snow around. I flew it in front of the house and when I went up to get to a safe altitude, it appeared to want to continue up. I freaked and immediately took it down. I was wondering if you have ever heard of this issue. I'm waiting for warmer weather and a much more open space to try again.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

I have not heard of this occurring. I have flown it in massively cold weather without issue: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fXLKZKCln6-jr9k

[@Canyon76]

I know this is an older video but it's still relevant for the reasons you point out: basically the Spark is still a viable drone option. I'm no fan of DJI thanks to their ridiculous firmware update requirements and geo fencing around airports. I get safety but as a Part 107 pilot (USA) I need to be not distracted by warnings and restrictions that I am already aware of. That being said, the Spark is actually one DJI product I'm more interested in over other DJI drones. The one thing I find odd is the digital image stabilization seems immature compared to the Parrot Bebop 2 Power which I have. Even in Sport mode the image stabilization is fantastic with none of that twitchy, jerky motion. How does the image stabilization work with the physical gimbal? Also, when you say the Mavic Air is the loudest drone DJI makes, do mean of the Mavic line and the Phantom 4 line? Because the Phantom 1 and 2 were very loud as well as the Inspire and even Inspire 2. Not to mention the Matrice line. Anyway, good video and convincing in terms of believing the Spark is still a great buy!

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

The video image from the Spark is much smoother when you watch it on your computer than in my video. My editing software does not handle the files from the Spark well, so you get that jerk/twitch. Yup, I recall the Phantom 2 more than the 1 & it was loud, as was the Phantom 3 and Phantom 4. The Mavic Air has a sound that is at a pitch that drives humans up the wall and attracts attention. Although the Phantoms are louder, they have a lower pitch and are less annoying.

[@Canyon76]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 ahhh yes. The pitch makes sense! Thanks for your videos.

[@saiyan_princestudios9790]

just curious if you don't like dji what drone companies do you like? I can't even think of any other than the parrot? and the go pro karma? Not trolling I'm just trying to do my due diligence research wise.

[@Canyon76]

@@saiyan_princestudios9790 There is Yuneec! Although, admittedly Yuneec is kind of less than it once was. And there is Autel Robotics with Their EVO DJI Mavic clone. I admit that DJI is the biggest and covers the most features, but I just hate the way they run their company: airport restrictions etc. and the forced firmware updates. But DJI has the best features and because they are the biggest they also have the most sustainability which gives assurance that the company will be there for a while. I have a love hate relationship.

[@pjhudson5344]

@@saiyan_princestudios9790 parrot anifi - spelling its same size with some additional features like 4k

[@bigdrb6900]

not really very good at editing my videos for you tube, but, the sparks 1080p is pretty badass as it is

[@existentialimprov1341]

Do you think you could use this spark to shoot exterior of car dealerships or real estate promotions? Would you need the air for that?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

You could use the Spark for photo and video. If you want to increase the photo and video quality then you need the Air or higher.

[@pjhudson5344]

unless you plan to use serious post production software like BM resolve 14 or adobe xx then spark would be plenty for RE shoots. With RE shoots, sometimes discretion is more important than mps. All my RE shoots required ZERO post, the agents just wanted a decent elevated road still shot and the spark shoots HIFI stills! Spark is so light, really no need for insurance unless your flying around expensive breakables.

[@snelrac19]

Nice video, would you advise upgrading to the mavic air if they have the spark?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Not really. Sure you get a better camera and rear sensors, but not much more. From the Spark you could jump to the Anafi or wait and see what DJI has to offer to replace the Mavic Pro.

[@รังสิตนนทโคตร]

Good video , And I have some question. If I do V shape moment on gesture mode and the spark no return , How can I do? , Thanks.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Thank you. Sorry, I never use gesture mode. That was designed for people who fly with only a cell phone.

[@ahmersarwar]

The voices 'Ready to Takeoff' and others, how did you get that?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

They are part of all DJI Apps.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Is it still a good drone in 2019, I'm just about to get one to film travel content for my KZbin channel, just subscribed after watching your channel for a while. Thanks for the video we appreciate it.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Thanks for the sub and welcome to the channel. Also, I like your KZbin name.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Thanks went for a descriptive niche 😀 Been a long time viewer, had a DJI Vision 2+ and going for a Spark soon. We came from Ottawa I recognize where you fly 👍

[@flywrightdrones]

I love my spark, you get a lot of bang for your buck and the batteries are cheap. It's far and away superior to it's counterparts. It's the perfect drone

[@Thorny_Misanthrope]

M-C Shan, I can't wait to take mine to Komodo island and Bali next June!

[@captraykelly]

Very nice review. I have a P4 but this maybe a great backup.

[@stelic9515]

Hii How it compare with today cheap drones , forexample kf 102 or f11 4k pro or something similar. Don't know what to do, to buy new cheap drone( under 160 200 dollars or buy second hand spark ???. Thanks for info

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Spark is still better than those

[@stelic9515]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 thank you alot

[@Mandydailyblog]

Love my sparky too ❤

[@SpeccyMan]

I only have 2 gripes with the Spark: 1) As you mentioned the battery life needs to be much better - a real 20-25 minute flight time would make all the difference, and 2) Its price in the UK - The UK price needs to more accurately reflect the dollar price.

[@hughesy606]

Nick B don’t forget the dollar price doesn’t include local sales tax. If you take VAT off the UK price it becomes a little more comparable.

[@felipegc6072]

Nick B £399 on eBay for drone + controller with 30 day returns

[@NEILHIGGINS765]

The low flight time puts me off this,, I want nearer 20 mins non stop use like the anafi does.. Is there bigger or more Powerfull batteries available?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Not yet. DJI usually doesn't let other people license their products to make such items as batteries.

[@NEILHIGGINS765]

CAPTAIN DRONE I thought so,, in the UK the parrot anafi is nearly $100 cheaper than the spark.. Watched your video on the anafi I'll go with that.. I'll just need to watch out for trees lol

[@pjhudson5344]

anafi looks like the better drone if price is comp.

[@Andreas-Fischer-1965]

thumbs up for the spark and your video

[@MikevomMars]

I recently sold my Spark because of missing 4K - 1080p is just out of date, especially if you have a 2.5k (or bigger) screen. Looks awful 😪 Bought a barely used Air 1 instead while I am waiting for a worthy successor. If only the Spark could do 4K - it would have been the PERFECT drone since it has the perfect size and form factor!