DJI Mini 3 vs. Mini 3 Pro - Which One Is Right For You

In this video, we are doing a feature comparison between the new DJI Mini 3 and the Mini 3 Pro to perhaps help you decide which mini drone is the best choice for you. Depending on the package and where you live, there is approximately a $200 difference between the two models and because of that, many features are not included with the DJI Mini 3 that is available in the pro model. We talk about the features and capabilities of each, the price, and which drone is best suited to your needs and budget.
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[@ElevationDronePro]

Video tutorials do not come any better than this amazing video! Nothing flashy and showy. Just clear and concise information. I cannot thank you enough! Keep up the great work!

[@AirPhotography]

Thank you very much. I appreciate that very much.

[@geezerpleasers_OG]

This is very helpful. I really like the way that your videos are so informative, while also being concise and straightforward, without all the fluff and filler that go into some other channels

[@terrylstarks]

I watch a lot of these channels to get different viewpoints on the new and upcoming equipment and of course I take them all with a grain of salt. I know that it is by coincidence that everyone comes out on the same day. But Sir, I find your channel and comments to always be a step above all the others, and I mean that sincerely!!!!! Please keep up the great work and Merry Christmas and I’m looking forward to the new year and seeing your videos!!!!

[@ordinaryhuman3111]

Two of the best mini drones available right now! I'm glad they had the Mini 3 before Christmas come about

[@ObanHighlander]

Thank you for providing probably the most clear explanation of both drones, simple not complicated and very well explained. Could I ask you one question please, are the propellers exactly the same on both versions ? Thank you 👊

[@georgekelly1948]

You always do great overviews and comparisons. Well done, Shawn. Cheers from Wisconsin.

[@louisfrantz8940]

Thanks for the helpful review Shawn! The Mini 3 Pro is one of the best drones DJI has made so far though the Mini3 is also becoming one of the brand's topnotchers. There's always something remarkable about all-around rugged recorders and the Mini 3 is that drone!

[@kamspork8408]

Perfect, answered all my questions without alot of extra crap. Thanks

[@leftmikerightmike]

Very helpful video. I had the Mini 3 Pro in my cart and dropped down to the Mini 3. As an owner of several other drones the additional features just weren’t worth it for me as this drone is really just going to be for international travel shots.

[@guysty8961]

Simple, straight forward, informative. Well done

[@AirPhotography]

Thank you very much

[@Kemagic]

Brilliant informative video mate thank you , you have explained perfectly what I wanted to know before I buy one. Kev. Just subscribed.👍👍

[@jacklantern6339]

July 2023. Thanks for the vid. Actually I am just upgrading from the Spark. It works well for me. However, the "Mini" flight time is a big improvement. I was headed for a Mini2, after talking to an owner but with the advantage of looking up on the Mini3 being the deciding factor. The obstacle avoidance really hasn't proved useful for my purposes.

[@Robert_Word]

Just purchased Pro 3 to add to my existing fleet of Zoom 2, Mini 2 & Phantom. DJI takes my money everytime :)

[@phix1742]

Best comparison between the two! Thanks.

[@charlisports]

So pretty much the differences are, double the iso for the pro model, no sensors for obstacle avoiding for the regular model, no vertical panoramic pictures for the regular model, no Timelapse’s for the regular model but surprisingly longer fly time, thank you ❤

[@TripleIProductions]

great summary

[@Sharkytrex]

Thank you brother love what you’re doing this is exactly the video I needed to make a decision on which drone to purchase as a first timer I’m gonna go with the pro I like that avoidance detection 💪🙏👍

[@apospark]

Got caught off guard by that shot from London, Ontario... was wondering why it looked familiar :) (Lived there for a few years). Feeling nostalgic now. Great vid, thanks for doing this. The Mini 3 is discounted heavily at the moment in the US, so was thinking of grabbing it; but I don't think I can live without the Pro features so going to wait.

[@PR1975ABCDF]

Thanks a lot I was able to decide on which one to acquire based on this excellent review

[@mlmrv1060]

Very nice comparison. Thank you. For the little difference, I think the pro is a better choice. Appreciate your hardwork

[@deltatango3653]

Man, I loved your video, but can you do anything on your end to increase the volume you're recording at? I have lousy hearing, and I sure appreciate those vids that are set to louder volumes. With yours I have to set everything to 100%. Thanks, and again, thanks for a very informative clip.

[@garyr4047]

I also have a M3P and for the most part am happy with it... Like you, I don't often use the obstacle avoidance. However, as the Mini 3 does not have the spotlight facility...... For me, no spotlight facility, no go...

[@N1kolas]

👍🏼 Brief, informative, intelligibly. thank you.

[@johnkerk1]

well and clearly explained (without annoying music) and very informative. thnx

[@AirPhotography]

Glad it was helpful!

[@marielouisallard4405]

Thanks Shawn! One more detail about panorama shots... The Mini 3 pro stitches 360 sphere photos and all other pano's into one single jpg file that's readily uploadable/viewable on social media or pc. The Mini 3, just like Mini 2, stores 36 individual unstitched jpg files into a panorama subdirectory. You then have to stitch the collection yourself using a separate app such as dji media maker, which yields a 360 deg cylinder, not a sphere. The only way I know to view a sphere shot from mini2 or mini3 is via uploading to dji skypixel. If you like to shoot panoramas, then the mini 3 pro has a HUGE advantage. No fuss, no fiddling with external apps, just view your sphere straight from the drone's sd card.

[@dinzzz2010]

That's a valuable info. Thanks.

[@gco2075]

Thank you so much for this valuable information, as a user of 360 camera myself this was crucially important. Now I know I need to buy Mini Pro 3. Thanks a lot. 👍

[@ComputerKevAZ]

Great info, thnx.

[@nsvaluto48328]

Just saw video, thanks for doing this comparison. My debate is do I really need the obstacle avoidance or this focus track. I want the mini 3 just torn

[@WallyJ2K]

GREAT review! Exactly what I needed to know!!

[@AirPhotography]

Glad it was helpful!

[@TimberlandTV]

Very good video thank you !!! Very helpful !!

[@kenthhagstrom]

Thank you, really helpful video!

[@ozstrayapanoramas8610]

For more features it's an absolute no brainer, the Mini 3 Pro is the drone to buy.

[@tomrohlf5701]

Hi Shawn, I really like your videos & they inspired me to buy a Mini 3 (yesterday!). I ordered the DJI RC controller & updated the controller & battery firmware (version 1.03.06). Trying to figure out how to control (lower) the horizontal speed. I found the tab for "Control", "Gain & Tuning" but instead of "Max Horizontal Velocity" it shows "Max Angular Velocity". Are they the same thing? Thanks for your great vids!

[@BryanDoesCinema]

Thanks for the great review! I feel like no one would ever want the regular one - esp the 60 fps. I had no idea the pro was so different.

[@markg3305]

The irony is any cinematic footage is usually about 20 fps... fps really only gamers nerd out on

[@ianzwerling2926]

crazy that I was looking at these and this video came out 3 hours ago.

[@banana_boyyy]

Great video with a lot of useful information, thank you for that.

[@AirPhotography]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@traveltesladad]

Thank you… after seeing this video will def buy the pro!

[@Houssam1980]

Thanks for the video, any thoughts on DJI air 3 in the near future if there will be one coming out and if so, what are your predictions on the timeline?

[@you2loveme]

Thanks for this very informative video!

[@AirPhotography]

Glad it was helpful!

[@daishi15]

this was very informative

[@AirPhotography]

Thank you I’m glad you enjoyed it

[@TolKOZAK]

Excellent presentation. Very professional delivery.

[@The_Gregors]

Great video Shawn, the reality is the Mini3Pro is such a great drone and I think I need one. I have been dragging my feet using the M2P and M3, but I now want a Mini 3 Pro, it is almost a Mavic 3 for image quality, but way more portable. Cheers.

[@alex_chesser]

Sorry but the Mini 3 Pro is no where near the M3 In image quality - it’s not even close.

[@kevindoble5046]

@@alex_chesser Smoking high dollarCrack tends to make people a little biased, imo. M3p is pretty damn close for a fraction of the price, negligible difference unless you're filming Zelenskys terrorist activity. Now they need all the help they can get to make that shit show look special, all imo of coarse.

[@EZEvans1]

Awesome video. f\From production to content to communication style. Very nice

[@tonymckeage1028]

Great video, thanks for sharing

[@AirPhotography]

Thanks for watching!

[@Jbxcreative]

Very helpful. thanks!

[@YuanweiLao]

Very clear

[@andyp.4205]

Out of these 2, the Mini 3 Pro is the bird for me, but just purchased the Nano Plus and absolutely love it so far. Big fan of DJI tech but wanted something different. Still have my Mavic Air 2 as well.

[@criticaltinker]

what do you love about the nano plus compared to the mini3 pro?

[@andyp.4205]

@Vincent Munoz For one, I purchased it new $629 US Dollars for the fly more combo. If you look at YT videos with mini 3 pro and nano plus comparison. There's a lot more detail in the shadows and darker images. Auto settings out of the camera for me work great. I don't do any post editing of my video. Dji is great as I said, but wanted to try Autel. Also, signal reception on the Autel is very strong. Once I log onto the app, I get 12 Satellite locks right away. Never loses connection.

[@theurbanartist775]

@@andyp.4205 how about urban range compared to DJI? I’m wondering the difference in range between the 3 pro and non pro 🤷🏽

[@jackdennis3626]

I love this

[@marylacey]

THANK YOU

[@BarsMar]

Whenever there's a new DJI drone in the market, I get excited, then I keep reminding myself, I live in India... 😅😅

[@TimE-bc9ez]

Thank You this did help me out👍👍

[@AirPhotography]

Glad it helped

[@Mawlifestyle]

Thanks for this video.

[@frednorman1]

Great video..thanks for the comparison..

[@AirPhotography]

Thanks for watching!

[@ted363636]

Nice comparison. It's also worth mentioning that sphere photo resolution is double on Mini 3 Pro. I love taking these pictures and Mini 3's and Mini 2's resolution (4000x2000) is way to small :/

[@Matanumi]

Oh?

[@horiiizon3457]

Wish the mini 3 had the tracking function.. would be a no brainer

[@biohazard2030]

Got the Mini 3 pro for the price of the regular Mini 3! I’m stoked haha thank you Prime Day! 🙏🏼

[@AirPhotography]

Nice!!

[@StarAhmadAliKhan]

Hi bro! I hope U R fine...can you explain how U got mini 3 pro on lower price?

[@Archontasil]

I am a photographer, not a videographer. I found 3 bracket is enough for even high drive situations. So mini 3 it is for me

[@atlantikverdun5298]

Thank you

[@aloeisthestuff9622]

Glad I got another mini 2 with Litchi.

[@1teddy1979]

I am glad i got the mini 3 pro

[@RevMikeBlack]

I fly the Mini 3 Pro. The collision avoidance and the 48 megapixel camera on the Mini 3 Pro made the decision very easy.

[@sljsmit]

The mini 3 has upgraded to 48 mp, but the 4k 60fps difference is dragging me towards the mini 3 pro.

[@droneq8]

thanks

[@riverbankfisher]

Wow, 51 minutes is a world record for drone flight battery duration. Now that DJI has announced a decision to release the SDK for the Mini 3, I will wait and see whether Litchi can enable the Mini 3 to upload GPS data for all waypoints before departing on waypoint flight plan missions. If this drone can become capable of flying Litchi missions that range beyond the signal reach of the RC controller, I will buy this drone in a heartbeat.

[@Classical_soni]

What is that? Lichi

[@riverbankfisher]

@@Classical_soni Litchi is a $25 drone waypoint planning software package that allows DJI drones to fly complex flight path routes with full autonomy while the drone pilot relaxes indoors with the RC controller powered off.

[@hummerzdca2403]

I’ve been wondering about drone lighting/flashers lowlight and dark flying…any ideas? I don’t see any setting for that on the 3 or 4.

[@MrRoqblok]

Hello, did you happen to test the MP3 with obstacle avoidance turn-off with any notice of flight time?

[@kalinmir]

first I was looking for mini 2, but the features and price on mini 3 pro were just too good and I dont see why would I get the "basic" 3 as a first time pilot with the price difference being minimal at that level of expense...much less if I was upgrading (cant imagine they sell very well)

[@user-gz7te7ve8t]

بالتوفيق ديما

[@jesusgjchuza6491]

Great video 🤝😎

[@J2onton]

Good info.

[@westcoastbayaream.g5945]

Thank you for this informative video it helped me decide which one i am going to buy. Im going to go with the mini 3 pro for the obstacle avoidance sensors because i am a beginner and i will be using the return to home alot. Plus the tracking feature sounds so cool. Im just so scared of crashing my drone and not being able to retrieve it..

[@AirPhotography]

That’s great I’m glad that’s what it was helpful. Enjoy your new drone when you get it.

[@TripleIProductions]

Did you end up using the obstacle avoidance? And return to home a lot? Would you still recommend the pro after 1 year?

[@westcoastbayaream.g5945]

@@TripleIProductions The obstacle avoidance is great, definitely my favorite feature of the mini 3 pro. I did not end up using the return home as much as i thought i would. the return home feature works good if you are in an open area but its sketchy in tighter spaces because it doesen't have precision landing so it will land in the vicinity of where your home point is. I have about 50 hours of flight time with zero crashes and i am experiencing issues with the gimble, and now i have to send it in for repairs. And if you are flying in a restricted area its a pain in the ass unlocking the authorization code before every flight. But other than that its a great drone the handles are amazing, you feel in complete control when flying.

[@TripleIProductions]

Thank you very much, for taking the time to give your opinion to me. Appreciate it! So you would recommend I buy the mini 3 pro instead of the mini 3 right? (I have never operated a drone before, I just want to capture amazing footage outside and when travelling)@@westcoastbayaream.g5945

[@gerharddohne2518]

Thank you for this great education. I may pick up the DJI 3 tomorrow at COSTCO (on sale for $339(!)). But I have to understand the difference between the 3 and the 3 PRO before I make that purchase. I think the 3 will do enough for me, in particular considering that low price. Thanks again for making this video!

[@mattdelgado3825]

That’s an amazing deal! You can’t beat that!!

[@kstatinet-wk2gh]

Yeah, i just got this drone on the same deal at Costco. $368 taxes included. This is a bundle deal with a controller, extra propellers, ND set filters and 64gig card. This is a no brainer for the beginner drone.

[@rizzey73]

Thank you! I didn't even realize there was a basic 3 and pro version. Having the 2 already, the 3 is not much of an upgrade at all.

[@Lithium023]

Massive upgrade in flight time and it's way cheaper than the pro model with the same camera just some of the features are taken away. Everyone seems to just love the mini 2 but people seem to think the mini 3 is trash because there is a pro model aswell and that must be better.

[@cjctucson7683]

Everything I needed to know. Thanks. I am just looking for a smaller backup to my Air2S, so I have one with obstacle avoidance already and have the RC controller, so the Mini 2 won't fill my needs. Also, the camera stuff is just for showing vacation photos to friends, so camera not a big deal. I will head to Amazon and save $200 with the Mini 3.

[@Lithium023]

How did it work out are you happy with the mini 3?

[@Matanumi]

300 now wow

[@g.donuts3551]

Mini 3 looks better. It’s price looks better. But, unlike me, most people want OA I think. Got a Nano+ anyway at practically 1/2 price, so hard to sell myself on either one, beyond a gift idea.

[@RonaldBrown59]

Great comparison Shawn, these are both very good drones. If saving $200 is your main priority, grab the Mini 3. For everyone else just get the Mini 3 Pro and call it a day. Thanks for sharing.

[@dinzzz2010]

That's a great summary Ron. Just what I was looking for. Thanks.

[@Matanumi]

I douno the mini 3 camera is pretty damn good.... and it just flies better then the autel nano...

[@kk-qu1zc]

Lots of us record only in 60fps+ because it's not the 1900's anymore. The soap opera effect is made up and 30fps is only being held onto because of failed movie nerds.

[@Broodjemetbeleg]

​@@kk-qu1zclol the hobbit in 48fps is horrible😂

[@kk-qu1zc]

@@Broodjemetbeleg but it would have been much worse in 30fps. The entire world just needs to become professional gamers already

[@gorgik]

Great video! ps. it is not double ISO but 1 stop more

[@frando2479]

6400 instead of 3200 ISO limit does NOT mean double the ISO RANGE(!) See, the Range is defined by the number of stops covered. Starting with both at ISO 100, 3200 means having 6 Stops Range. 6400 adds just one more stop. You basically only win 1/6 of range. Also, smaller resolution (12MP) sensor means bigger pixels, meaning less noise. I would dare to claim you can get the mini 3 to capture the same level of detail at least, when you push 3200 ISO footage to 6400 in post.

[@ejones3266]

Very good information.

[@AirPhotography]

Glad it was helpful!

[@aprilbryancahiles]

Thank you for the information... I prefer the mini 3 pro 😁

[@lonecody]

Great vid

[@AirPhotography]

Thank you very much, sir

[@tejasmotivation7915]

Does any different in mini 3 and mini 3 pro proppler??

[@rewind2play]

Great video thanks

[@AirPhotography]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@RajaN-zk9rn]

when will be mini 4 pro release? features expectation?

[@keithwalter7136]

I just bought the Mini 3 and it's awesome! Quick question, does the mini 3 and mini 3 pro have the same propellers? Thanks! Great video!

[@AirPhotography]

No, I do believe they are slightly different. Now I’m basing that on when you go to the product page on the DJ website where it lists compatibility in normally if say, the pro propellers, we’re compatible with the non-pro version. It would list both, but in this case, it appears each one is slightly different.

[@truthaboutislam2024]

Just got the MINI 3 and it's awesome. The lacking extras are of no importance to me and I can still get pretty good price/performance.

[@juanbricenoofficial8642]

How is ur mini dji 3 drone so far?? Have u ever crashed it??? And working good now errors in gps module etc?

[@truthaboutislam2024]

@@juanbricenoofficial8642 Crashed once while using indoors (don't try it) because there was no gps connection, but did not broke. Very good IMO and simple drone to play around, image quality is excellent.

[@Platoface]

I got mine last week. It’s my first drone so I’ve got a lot to learn.

[@MKitchen75]

I just got my Mini 3 for a first drone ever and now im thinking should I upgrade pro because of obstacle avoidance or do I just practise practise practise

[@gillean4159]

I’m gonna buy my first drone next week and I’m excited and scared at the same time! Maybe it would crash or get lost then that would be a total pain in the ass bec of its worth. Help. Please. Any advicessss

[@ronnerup14]

It would be nice if the Mini 2 can shoot videos vertically for Tiktok. Any suggestions out there would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

[@ericbechler9903]

Nice 😃

[@bodo4995]

Hello does the mini3 use the same propellers and battery format like the mini3 pro?

[@phcapizadventures]

Nice

[@I-LOVE-EARTH]

Great job on the video, but I wouldn't get a DJI for one reason...GeoFencing. I don't need someone locking down my drone because they think they know better than me. It should be up to the user to use the available data and make a smart decision.

[@tighematthew]

Ive still got the spark ✨️

[@tommi7554]

They say Pro version looses connection really easy, even if there's nothing between the pilot and the drone. Some say it's not issue in standart mini3 version. Maybe some bug?

[@christopherh4307]

Just for curiosity sake, may I ask which city you are filming in?

[@johndagger-ng9sj]

Hi I have a new mini 3 But no Jpeg + Raw possible it says N/A and in photo mode I cannot go to Quickshots and Pano. Help sd card is scandisck 64gb

[@fabioluizgalerani9503]

I use a mini-2 and quickshots is an amazing feature. As I understood, mini-3 has no quickshot. Is that correct?

[@edip2128]

The price difference of mini 3/pro FMC plus is 300 usd here in Indonesia.

[@Mobleyy]

Great comparison! On the DJI website it says the Mini 3 can take 48MP photos, is that true or is it 12MP like you mentioned in this video?

[@matthewgarrett729]

Yes you can. They had a firmware update

[@meathead2676]

Just the basic Mini 3....because of battery life ...I don't want all that extra stuff from the mini 3 pro because I'm not a professional drone pilot I'm just a casual flyer..

[@natecote1971]

It's the better camera and tracking feature that makes me want the pro

[@Mope333]

Then just get the se in that case

[@MrToymod]

Same as me I fly for fun , only upgraded from the mini 1 because of ocusync battery and better range.

[@03Mach1dmb]

It's now a $300 difference for the cheapest options. I'd say that's a deal breaker

[@AtypicalPaul]

Yeah and accessories and Waranty more expensive too on the pro

[@ethanneil4984]

Yeah- a $300 difference is hard to justify

[@Matanumi]

Oh its even more aggressively cheaper now

[@danielakerman8241]

@@ethanneil4984it’s only hard to justify in the absence of useful features and specs. The 3 pro has a ton of additional features that make the $300 well worth it. Other drones with the same spec are often way more expensive (Skydio 2 for example).

[@juanbricenoofficial8642]

@@Matanumiwhat’s more aggresively cheaper now????

[@user-ib7gv2km4u]

So the 3 (non pro) doesn't follow you? Or circle around you?

[@3rdWorldNola]

I thought the regular mini had downward obstacle avoidance. You said it had no obstacle avoidance.