DJI Avata 2 Review - 10 things you NEED to know

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[@ummhyam544]

Thank you for all your reviews

[@robertcorbin1235]

Cheers Danny, was waiting for this video from you 😄 thank you for the info!

[@HamishTate]

Been waiting for this ❤

[@FromAverageToWarrior]

Great video, thanks 🙏🏽 I got the first Avata and will be upgrading asap 🔥

[@GRiZ_94]

Just grabbed mine through your link. 🎉 Thanks for the review!

[@christopherjones5397]

Bought an Avata a couple weeks ago on sale for $829 not realizing the Avata 2 was coming out so soon. On the third attempt to fly it made a fizzle sound and started smoking like crazy. Totally bummed (cause I loved flying it) I packed it up and returned it to find to great delight the 2 is out! Arrives in a few days. Can barely wait! Luck with unluck! You're video has me even more excited. I feel like a kid!

[@dinosabic5383]

Never commented before, but I've been watching ya ever since I started my FPV journey. You are a cool dude, man. Appreciate all the effort you do to give us info on our purchasing decisions. Footage looks awesome! Going to make my switch from Walksnail into DJI with the o4 system :) Thanks again!

[@Mcgeee]

Ahhh stoked to have you along for the ride man!

[@Phototravellers]

Thank you for your detailed assessment. We are also currently considering purchasing the Avata 2 in addition to the Air 2S and the Mini 4 Pro.

[@malkolinge9286]

Nice concise review with keys details. Subscribed

[@deagle50ae]

Your LUTs are dope!

[@eksmaan]

Solid review man. I love the Avata 2. I feel that 30fps view in the goggles, LOL. It's real.

[@droneageuk]

Another great video Danny mate. Always honest and to the point. The drone looks amazing and as always dji is just so easy to throw in a bag and jump on a plane without the hassle of fire proof bags etc. Thanks again brother 👍🏼

[@grol1020]

Great video! You convinced me this is going to be my next drone. Big step coming from the first Mavic Air. Btw I just purchased your luts and have to say I'm really surprised how good they are. I was first sceptical with the price but totally worth it. Using them on DaVinci Resolve. Thanks mate!

[@_..--]

First drone for me, just graduated college well tomorrow lol and I'm super stoked to take this to the high desert mountians I live by.

[@timelapsebylkunl72]

Great review. Stunning footage. Thank

[@Mcgeee]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Dartheomus]

I grabbed one of these, but in looking at your clips, I think I will still want a go-pro on top. I wish DJI would just get together with GoPro and make an all-in-one amazing unit! (with a friggin aperture adjustment!!!)

[@vincent6210]

Im excited to see 4k true hdr on this!

[@toasti2699]

Are you going to be using this for indoor shoots for real estate or events? really considering selling all my current fpv gear for the avata 2

[@mattwebb5453]

Thinking of getting the AVATA 2 it’ll be my first FPV! Definitely excited about it!

[@a-hvlogs2046]

I have the 1 and its amazing, i cant imagine how much more fun this is with all the upgrades

[@SLOSHPLOP]

So you thinking or buying it?

[@mattwebb5453]

@@SLOSHPLOP ahaha yesssir!! Just waiting for Best Buy to have it in stock so I can use my status card n get it tax free 😂😂

[@SLOSHPLOP]

@@a-hvlogs2046 it’s not amazing man. It’s one of the worst FPV drones. Please don’t call things amazing if you had no comparison. It’s clearly your first drone and I won’t believe you in million years if you say it isn’t. Even older DJI FPV is better than that. Slow, sounds like a mosquito on coke, losing control after SIMPLE manoeuvres like flat yaw spin, not to mention anything intermediate or advanced. Even medium strength wind and you can forget about nice steady content. We are talking FPV here - FPV = manual mode, if you wanna talk about N/S mode for pensioners and based on that call it amazing you need to find a video about Mavicks and other GPS drones, but even there it’s gonna be the worst GPS drone. It’s like buying Ford Fiesta and calling it amazing because you never had a car before and now you are happy to drive from point A to B instead of walking or cycling.

[@SLOSHPLOP]

@@mattwebb5453 so you not really thinking about it are you? You decided already and just wait for it to be in stock to order. I’m not native English speaker but it blows my mind how people miss use the words. Previous guy calls Avata 1 AMAZING ( so what is a real fpv 5” or 7” cruiser or even DJI FPV? Ultra mega bombastic? ), now this guy says he is thinking of getting one while he already decided to get one. The world is doomed.

[@swissfpvshots]

Great review 👍

[@johnkelliher4292]

Great video , I got mine a few days ago, are the rear/underneath sensors on by default I cant see any setting for this !!

[@hitmakerzmedia]

My Avata 2 just arrived! Excited to set it up! 🥳🤩

[@Mcgeee]

Have fun!

[@saintkenny9296]

So far loving the Avata 2. Controller 3 comes in Wednesday. 😎

[@silverfox74]

Great presentation and those locations look stunning. Sub'd.

[@3style.4life]

Cool review 👌🏻

[@Markus65o2]

Great video! Question: I have an original Avata which needs to be tethered to my iPhone running the DJI Fly app. Does the Avata 2 and new DJI Goggles require a iPhone/Android connection for flight?

[@ColSam458]

An excellent and concise review, thanks for sharing. DJI has really listened and fixed the main complaints of the original Avata. Definitely appreciating the reduced noise levels, secure battery fitment and image quality. The new easy acro modes are quite promising. Hopefully with future updates, DJI will expand the range of moves/add more customising. I would also like to see a package that includes the remote controller 3 with the fly more combo instead of the motion controller. I`ve been flying stabilised camera drones for a couple years now and I`d really like to make the leap to FPV, this seems like the perfect drone to fit the bill.

[@Mcgeee]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Interfilmpro]

great review just got one.

[@kaideimel8147]

Thx for the Video. Where can I get the cam mount?

[@ldnwalkandfly8617]

How it feels indoor flying? Cinebot25 or cinelog 25 is better for indoor real estate?

[@justdrewit2219]

Cool, but did they release fully customizable controls yet? Been waiting for years for them to add in standard mode 4

[@carlstunna1182]

I’m thinking of mounting the new insta360 x4 on this and on my Mavic 3 pro when I fly just to have more to work with

[@lawiagus73]

Im looking to purchase my 1st drone. Should i go for mini pro 4 or Avata 2? Mainly for traveling

[@jj866]

What makes the GoPro better? Low light ? Dynamic range? Or is it the colours?

[@Beerz101]

Im debating on getting the avata 2, Would be my first fpv drone. I figured it would go good with the mini 4.

[@Beam74]

would you think that this could be a great beginner drone aswell?

[@Amberdogproductions]

So on the drift... I've seen clips of it being used but... The clip ends going backwards which is cool, but..now you can't see what's coming and how do you get it going forward again? Drift again in hopes before you slam into something? I've not seen it fully explained or shown.

[@ozwaldcore]

Is it possible to perform the easy acros while recording?

[@xWienerbroDx]

Picture in picture mode is sooooo smart! Here in sweden we cant fly fpv drones without someone beside whos watching the drone doe to the law... so now you can fly it without someone els having to watch the drone... 🎉🎉🎉

[@ZacMcAdam]

In the UK, it must be with naked eye, ( or with corrective lenses) so seeing it on a screen , or binoculars, etc is out !

[@user-hm7yd6ug1x]

can you fly DJI O3 drones with controller 3 and goggles 3?

[@k7arusi]

Does it work with controller 2 and goggles integra?

[@dylancleveland]

Have mine now but worried about all the broken ones I've been seeing. Seems like they sacrificed durability for weight and flight. /: would be nice if it was more user serviceable, but ultimately I picked this up planning to switch to O4 air unit DIYs after I learn enough. Doesn't hurt me as much as some if it is as fragile as it seems.

[@ReallyWildWorld]

Dude is that Playa Manta in CR?! ..Pura Vida! 🌴✌

[@DRONE-SHOTZ]

It would be cool if you could adjust the size of the flips and rolls on easy acro

[@deakinxd369]

Can I use my dji fpv controller 2 on this?

[@redcapote4760]

Can this do object tracking like the Mini 4 Pro? Forgive me, I'm brand new to the research on these drones.

[@mikelinz189]

Does the remote support mode 4? The previous avata did not.

[@Tovuvul03]

Bro, have you heard of the new 8K X4 by insta360

[@andriy.shafran]

Is there the auto-record, so you never forget to push the record button when you fly?

[@LeonardoBrandaoLima]

Can I use the googgles 2 and the controller of avata on avata 2?

[@Brock_Rogers]

Is it compatible with Goggles 2 and Fpv Controller 2? Literally want to upgrade so my drone isn’t causing so much attention screeching around lol noise is so shrilling.

[@dd4096]

is this waterproof or air registance . wight registance . what is the cost between. dji avata combo vs DJI avata 2 combow . answer me please

[@emmanuelonwuka1532]

How long does it take to charge those batteries

[@ethanharris1390]

I’m thinking of getting the avata 2, do you/anyone recommend getting the ND filters with it?

[@jonasoatis]

Would love to see a video on your camera settings! I had such a tough time with the original avata with noise and quality. Did you use an ND filter with your footage?

[@Mcgeee]

Most of the time I did yeah. Main thing is to make sure your shutter speed is at the correct setting. But I'll probably make a video out of it 🤘🏽

[@xxO2Plusxx]

Great video D :)

[@Mcgeee]

Thanks! 😀

[@wave4308]

Гарне відео чувак! Чекаємо на о4 юніт, сподіваюся вони збільшать розмір сенсора до такого ж як і в авата 2

[@brandon9689]

When I get my Avata 2 I'm going to fly 95% manual mode, probably 4% normal in sport mode but with the same FPV3. One thing I will absolutely be trying for fun is holding the motion RC3 in my pocket while wearing the goggles with a hood up. One-handed incognito flight sounds like it would be a fun time.

[@dji10619]

Rc3 not even in stock so you won’t be flying manual

[@ldnwalkandfly8617]

Hi what the props inch size?

[@kasperhakim]

does it have atti mode?

[@Anas_Muhammad]

I cant buy it in my country is there a sute that sell it internationally?

[@ruebenfilmz]

Much appreciated as always, pro tips! Is this a rig you would use on gigs?

[@Mcgeee]

I'd probably mount a GoPro up top if I used it for gigs. But honestly the footage is close so we'll see when the time comes

[@ruebenfilmz]

@@Mcgeee makes sense😅 well, looking forward to that footage. Cheers man!

[@TopNotchTommy]

How do you turn on D-log ?

[@PureAlcatraz]

I'm comparing this to the Mini 4 Pro - I don't plan on taking a lot of cinematic/photography shots, but I also don't think I'd get into hardcore FPV flying, just to have a leisurely time meandering in the air. So I'm not sure if I want the extra flight time of the Mini 4 Pro.

[@TherealDsizzle]

So I can’t decide between FPV or just a regular one I guess my question is what is the advantage to having one the isn’t FPV vs the FPV? You’re getting the same shots you just get to see it with the goggles basically right? So why wouldn’t you get FPV ? Help me please!

[@yury_chernov]

How did you fly past 2 months, it just released 2 weeks ago )

[@RafalGalinski_drony]

Thank you Danny. Did you mention compatibility, or it is not worth?

[@murray_wall]

It is currently not compatible with any of the previous generation stuff from DJI, not the controller, motion controller or goggles.

[@can5projects563]

new subscriber here hello from Australia

[@HenkBartl]

an honest review! love it!

[@BryantAvant]

So what are you, the Marques Brownlee of drones? 2 months?

[@floriandussart2665]

Thank for your review ! GoPro is still better ?

[@Mcgeee]

Footage wise yes

[@guyboustany6072]

​@@Mcgeee Thought it would be better since it has a bigger sensor than GoPro's 🤔

[@Gippslanddroneflyers]

Yeah I was really hoping the footage would be better on the avata. Guess I'll need to keep the go pro.

[@DigitalicaEG]

If easy acro also did cliff dives it would’ve been KILLERRRR

[@Oxtailgraavy2023]

So the yaw washout hasn't been fixed it seems

[@ajithmoothedath]

How to shoot portrait video ind avata 2? 9:16 Aspect ratio

[@SuperSubCon]

but it wont do 24fps?

[@chadillaq]

Did you get tribal permission for the Shiprock flight?

[@EdwardHeavrin]

LOL get farked. 😂

[@chadillaq]

@@EdwardHeavrin Feel better? Grow up sport.

[@tientien7778]

What’s the location in the beginning of the video at 00:24-00:26?

[@watermelon_shark6864]

Looks like somewhere in kurdistan

[@PhantomRider-78]

Still flying my mavic 2 zoom 4 years and 8 months, still running the first set of props ;)

[@Uniqueonerare]

Wow i lost 2 drones in 2 years

[@Bartjuhhh.]

How in all whats holy are you flying the Avata 2 for two months?

[@kinocchio]

How long before Dji puts a 360 camera on their drones?

[@pedzsan]

I hope they do. 360º or 180º to create immersive videos. The problem is getting the drone out of the shot.

[@kinocchio]

@@pedzsan ah didn’t think of that

[@senpairostudios]

Can you wear these with glasses or are the goggles adjustable to bad sight?

[@robertcorbin1235]

Hey mate, think they come with diaoptic inserts. So happy days

[@senpairostudios]

@@robertcorbin1235 Awesome! Thanks for the reply

[@robertcorbin1235]

@@senpairostudios sweet as mate

[@pedzsan]

I need to get up off my lazy 🫏 and experiment more but my Mavic 3 Cine can be used with the goggles and motion controller. For high quality footage, I’m wondering if that might not be the best solution (currently). Thoughts?

[@s.harding6838]

What are your camera settings?

[@Mcgeee]

Will make a video on that soon 🤘🏽

[@s.harding6838]

@@Mcgeee Perfect! thank you! Your videos inspired me to get into FPV!

[@WildpixFPV]

For me the lack of compatibility kills it, again! The goggles are not downward compatible, not even to the O3 air unit. If this is fixed in the future, I'll think again. If it even will be ok with the older units like Vista, it's a yes. The FPV controller 3 has to be purchased extra. I missed these informations in your review, still thanks for the good work as always.

[@Nevexety]

I’m pretty sure they’ll update it later dji is just waiting for a sales number or something. It’s just to make pp buy the whole pack

[@Mcgeee]

It definitely will come eventually just takes awhile to rollout

[@Mikelar_ee]

Yea they already said it’ll come later in an update.

[@mattwebb5453]

Hehe I only have a M4P 😂

[@dylancleveland]

There was a prerelease firmware where it was compatible but they pulled it before release, so it's coming.

[@daltondiego]

All i need to know is how far it can fly.. can it fly with far obstacles

[@martinpaulino5257]

Does it come with the goggles and batteries?

[@martinpaulino5257]

What is the flly time?

[@JamesBreitenstein]

8:55 It still has the YAW WASHOUT Tumble... like the AVATA 1... BIG FAIL...will DJI ever make a FPV drone that does not fall from the sky when you make a quick turn??

[@SterlingBeck100]

Hey!

[@karl0nat0r50]

Two months?!

[@paolohou]

DJI: shut up and give me your money!

[@SSJDerek]

Does it shoot in 24 FPS???

[@jonaspeterson6893]

not currently

[@surfbuf1]

Wow, I have watched so many reviews and you-tubers in the space and I just stumbled across you recently. You are hands down the best in my opinion. Well thought out videos, great production and intelligent. Just amazing man.

[@Rocketryman]

Great video. You have skill and talent. One thing... We do not film, we video. Digital Video and Film require different skill sets. Having DIFFERENT historical and technological timelines spanning 150 years. You are a good teacher, when you say film or filming you are de-educating. 5:58 When you were out videoing, not filming. Actually, you should have said when you were out. We obviously know you are videoing. Know the difference stand out and be better at your craft. Peace and respect.

[@jacobdimick7070]

As a professional pilot, I'm really looking forward to the day that I don't need to run a gopro on my quads... Hoping this can replace it

[@qntum_jim]

The past two months or so 🤔

[@saudmunawar2050]

Genuine question: given all the US restrictions on drone flight, why would an average consumer spend $1k on a drone like this?

[@nousername4me2use]

Would you like to elaborate on what restrictions you are referring to? I don't have any issues flying in most places.

[@saudmunawar2050]

@@nousername4me2use FAA restrictions of course. I'm close to Washington DC which, as I understand, is the most heavily controlled airspace in the US.

[@chad9331]

Aerodynamics guy here. They actually Test the battery life by flying Forward with around 2/3kph as that ist actually slightly more efficient. 😉

[@jeroenvdw]

In the EU this drone has the same top speed as the Mini 3 and 4 which sucks for FPV and stops me from buying this

[@montan17]

There is a lot of easy ways to switch to FCC mode. On the Avata one a simple way to do it was just add one single special file to your googles SD card and it would always be in FCC as long as the SD card was in.

[@barronbarr]

3:33 WTF?!?!?! PUMPKIN PEOPLE ARE REAL!?!?!?!

[@kgartin624]

Bought the Avata 2 today. Returning tomorrow. NOT my cup of tea...got so queasy🤢

[@gior12_]

if your focus is the quality dont buy avata 2, just buy avata 1 + go pro 12 is 10x better