DJI Mini 4k The Best Value Beginner Drone? Join Me on My Second Flight - Trusting The Technology

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

I’m feeling more confident with this second flight. I decided to take the advice and Trust the Technology.

[@AboveandbeyondDRONEscotland]

Amazing you will feel better every time ❤

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thanks 😀📷👍

[@carlos02966]

Inspirational!

[@BigFootRadiocomms]

Great Job keep it up you'll master it in no time . God bless

[@your_average_joe5781]

Here in the United States I flew my first drone at 64 years of age. And I was terrified 😅 I think you're doing great David and wish you all the best 🙏 It's nice to see your part of the world and thanks for sharing ✅

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thank you very much for watching and commenting I really appreciate it. It’s so nice to have extended my photography to include the drone although at my age I was worried 🤔🤔🤔 but I’m getting so much support and encouragement from this drone world it’s lovely. Kind regards David 😀📷👍

[@mickyjb2003]

It’s great to see that you are as nervous as I will be if and when I get a drone. The one you have would be perfect for me to learn with. Thanks for your effort.

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

A lot or people have said my confidence will grow with practice. I’m sure you will enjoy the process and have fun doing it. Kind regards David 😀📷👍

[@CaravanWithThatYorkshireChap]

You’re doing great, ignore those negative comments.

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thanks, I really appreciate your comment, regards David 📷👍😀

[@ElevatedThreat]

David... Screw the critics! You do you! It's your money you spent on the drone, and as such anyone can understand the cautious learning curve. Learn at your own pace. Enjoy your drone and I look forward to seeing more videos from it. Take care my friend.

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thanks so much for your positive comment I really appreciate it. Very kind regards David 😀📷👍

[@scotthawkins5347]

Hi David, are you happy with the controller, I'm.thinkimgnof getting a drone and not sure which one to get. Thanks you, and a great video

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

@ As my first ever controller that obviously came with this drone I am finding it easy to use and get used to. I would probably like one with a built in screen so it’s less time to set up, however I’ve got no complaints, although I think I will make some kind of sun shade as I find it difficult to see the screen in the bright sun. Regards David 😀📷👍

[@VickyAllum]

Great second video David ,watching the drone is very relaxing its like i am in a glider wonderful music good too 👍

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thanks Vicky 📷👍😀

[@Geekonvibes777]

Sir, I was exactly in your position when I first got my drone a few months ago. My biggest problem was trusting the technology and every time I flew my drone up I would start shaking and dreading the possibility of not getting my drone back safe. That feeling goes away a little bit with each time you fly. You are doing a great job, love the images and keep at it.

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thank you so much for watching and your nice words of encouragement, I really appreciate it. Kind regards David 😀📷👍

[@carlos02966]

It's beautiful watching your progress and your confidence growing! 💗💪

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thank you so much 📷👍

[@davejolley6869]

That was great Dave NICE ONE! keep practicing it looks fun.

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thank you Dave 📷👍

[@Piratepoilet]

That person is probably the type of person you don't want on you're channel. I just subscribed so that makes up for it 🚁👍

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thanks very much for watching, subscribing, and your nice comment, I really appreciate it, kind regards David 📷👍😀

[@RobertCampbellRC]

Hello David. You are doing a great job. Ignore the negative comments. I was the same when i got my first drone! I have still got my original mavic pro. I have only used the rth once and that was to test it works. I always manually fly home and land but that's me! The more you fly the more your confidence will build. Great video keep em coming. You got a sub from me. All the best.

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Hi Robert, thank you for watching, subscribing, and commenting, I really appreciate it. I really hope to get out more to practice and build my confidence. Kind regards David 😀📷👍

[@Draganu82]

Sir You're not stupid everybody makes mistakes when we fly our Drones i lost 2 of them and you doing a it's great job

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thank you so much for your words of encouragement, I really appreciate it. Kind regards David 😀📷👍

[@oldgamer6218]

If your signal is weak, make sure your controller is pointing directly towards the drone. There is a graphic on the corner of the display that shows the direction of the controller. Hope this helps.

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thanks for watching and commenting. I really appreciate the advice, that is helpful to know, I’ll remember that. Regards David 😀📷👍

[@Mr_Double_U]

You need a little L plate on ya drone!! I enjoyed the experience along with you, thanks for taking us along. Like the music too 👍

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Haha yes an L plate is a good idea. Thanks for watching and commenting I really appreciate it. I’m glad you enjoyed it. Kind regards David 😀📷👍

[@rebeccaludlow3473]

Great video, love that you’re documenting your journey learning and conquering the sky 🫶🏻 keep them coming

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thank you 😀📷👍

[@rods-stuff]

Two points you mentioned: 1) the battery discharging over time - the batteries are designed to automatically discharge by a certain percentage as the lifespan is shortened if the batteries are stored either fully charged or discharged. 2) You let the drone hover to allow a bit more accuracy for RTH - try hovering about 25 feet or so, this seems to be the "sweet spot" On a related note, if the weather is cold, keep the batteries warm eg: in your pocket before use as the batteries are less efficient at colder temperatures. Also at 15:52 note the birds circling, they could be getting ready to attack the drone as birds always attack from above and they can only increase their altitude by circling - if you finds birds are getting a bit too "interested", the natural reaction is to try to land or fly away - however, with a drone the best method to outrun birds is to switch to sport mode and rapidly climb in altitude before flying away as the drone will climb a lot faster than the birds can. Trust me - once you've had a close encounter with a flock of seagulls, you'll understand.

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thank you for watching and a special thank you for taking time to give me comprehensive advice. I really appreciate it kind regards David 😀📷👍

[@MeMyDrone]

I am at the same point in my drone journey as yourself. Yesterday was my 2nd flight It is daunting at first considering the cost of the drone. I am slowly gaining confidence in my DJI. Learned to hand TOAL and took a few pano shots and got the drone following me. It's an enjoyable hobby

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Hi it is so good to hear from someone at the same stage of learning. Thank you for watching and commenting, I really appreciate it. Regards David 📷👍

[@rhettoneal]

The batteries are supposed to drain slowly when not in use according to DJI. It’s has something to do with protecting the batteries. Also don’t leave a battery in the drone - if it swells you now have a huge problem. Always remove battery when not using your drone. I really enjoyed your video, good job. I have a Mini 4k to and it’s a great little drone.

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thanks very much for the advice, I’ll take that on board and thanks for your nice comment, I really appreciate it, regards David 😀📷👍

[@AmericanMadeAdventures]

Great flight! Thumb up. I added this to my Mini 4K playlist

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thank you, I appreciate that. Regards David 📷👍

[@Travellingtravins]

David, lovely and calm I like your style and don’t worry about the landing very rarely they land spot on! From a fellow KZbinr and Dji droner, here in northampton 👍

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thanks for watching and your nice comment, I really appreciate it. Just subscribed to your channel, I’ll take a look and watch later. Regards David 😀📷👍

[@carlos02966]

David trust your instincts they got you this far in life!😊

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thanks I appreciate your comment 📷👍😀

[@gazza7673]

Nice video i feel the same when i fly my mini 2,I've owned it a few years now but only got to use it half a dozen times (because of work/bad weather just lack of free time)but keep with it your doing great.

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thank you. I appreciate your view of my video and your comment. Kind regards David 😀📷👍

[@carlos02966]

You're doing great David,, small pro tip when batteries are charged turn them around in the charger so that the contacts are not making contact and your batteries will stay charged for longer! You have a new subscriber!

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thank you so much for watching, subscribing, and commenting with a great tip. Kind regards David 😀📷👍

[@anthonycomerford2704]

Brilliant! Great teacher.

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thank you 😀📷👍

[@Garry-oi7cg]

Hi David Nice content to your flight. Think you and I are probably similar age. It’s great fun flying a drone. You fly as you want. I have had a drone for about 2 years. Yet to use RTH function. Will have to give it a go. Keep flying and have fun 👍👏👏

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Hi Garry, Thank you so much for watching and commenting, I really appreciate it. I’m glad I’m not the only one of my age starting out and having fun flying. Regards David 📷👍

[@rebeccaludlow3473]

Makes me miss home 🩵

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Not long 😀📷👍

[@Flyingramses]

Fabulous video and really useful for this fellow newbie. Ignore any harshly critical comments 👍🏼

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thank you for watching and thanks for your positive comment, I really appreciate it kind regards David 📷👍

[@dannylumby8597]

Thaw batteries go flat if there not used it’s a safety feature if you don’t use them for a while they go into hibination mode so they don’t explode or set on fire

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate the information. It’s really useful to know. Regards David 📷👍

[@hartleyaerial]

Always good to play it on the safe side of low battery with drones. Plus if you don't drain the battery all the way down every time you can get more cycles out of them. Enjoy your new drone.

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thanks so much and thanks for the advice, I really appreciate it kind regards David 😀📷👍

[@trisbaker363]

It's a bit like fishing really, everybody tells you what you should do, but they never catch anything, funny that. I enjoyed your video and I will be having my first drone flight at the weekend and I will be as careful as you are.

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Hi Tris, thank you for your nice comment and for watching my video, I really appreciate it. Hope the weather is good for you at the weekend and hope you have fun on your first flight and I’m sure many more. Regards David 😀📷👍

[@stu2427]

Just done my second flight amazing flew 3.2 km away was scared but hit return to home and it came back no problem. Was a big test but I went for it

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Wow that is a really good distance, well done, a great achievement regards David 😀📷👍

[@Thegrinch2169]

im geting one next month for my birthday your videos are helping me to whot to do well done

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Brilliant I’m sure you will enjoy your birthday present, have fun kind regards David 😀📷👍

[@carlos02966]

You can buy vinyl skins that cover your drone in different colours can make it a lot easier to see with our grey skies your drone can easily disappear from sight!

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

That’s brilliant to know, I will do some research over the next few days. Regards David 😀📷👍

[@michaelpersson68]

Yes my mini 4k just feel more confident after 10 flights

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

That’s great to know, I need to have a few more flight, I just hope the weather improves. Regards David 📷👍

[@wildcruiser6023]

I don't know if you know this, but if you tap on your phone where is says RES&FPS 1080p30 you can tap on that and change it to 4K video

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thanks so much, I will do that tonight ready for my next flight. I really appreciate your advice kind regards David 😀📷👍

[@EastCoastThrills]

Great job sir

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thank you 😀📷👍

[@akirasho719]

I can still remember the first time I had to trust the technology!!! 😮 Bravo!! You seem to have a beautiful area to explorer as well! Not really a criticism but I'm a pincher. Of course you should feel free to use what works for you. One last word(s), trust but "verify". Cheers!

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thanks very much for watching and your comment. I’ve just checked what the difference is and I never even thought about pinching. I might try and give it a go. Thanks for the advice I really appreciate it. Kind regards David 😀📷👍

[@shaunmk]

fantastic to have met you this afternoon...

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

You too, looking forward to a flying meet up.

[@NeathVideos]

If you are losing signal, then you can either fly higher, and or move the position of the controller until your signal improves, but be aware that flying with trees in between you can take away some signal strength..but all the same you are doing well for your second flight… Also the batteries have a self discharge feature when not in use .. make sure to fully charge the day before you fly, or even on the morning of the flight day… and the controller

[@davewood1982]

You might find it more convenient to just land it in your hand when the ground is overgrown , Simply just lower it and catch it by the body

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Hi thanks for watching and your advice, I really appreciate it. I will give that a try, regards David 😀📷👍

[@richardbarry8399]

The Cold weather will kill the batteries even if they’re left in your bag 👍 I keep a battery in my inside pocket when out to warm the battery a little before using it, seems to work for me anyway ;-) As for the return to home it’s a great function but if you feel comfortable landing it yourself then what’s wrong with that 👍

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thanks very much for the tip, I never thought of that. It’s a great idea I will do that especially as it’s so cold at the moment. I really appreciate you watching and commenting it’s a great help. Kind regards David 😀📷👍

[@richardbarry8399]

@DavidLudlowPhotography enjoy flying & learning more about your Drone 👍 these smaller DJI drones don't get you noticed as much as the Phantom which I have & don't use as much as I'd have liked to due to confrontation when out with it mainly because people think you're upto no good 🥺

[@malsuk]

once the drone battery is fully charged remove from drone until you fly this will hold the charge better. leaving a fully charged battery in the drone will cause the battery to discharge. your doing well just take your time.

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thank you for watching and for commenting and your advice, I really appreciate it. Kind regards David 😀📷👍

[@TheLebbs2001]

Inhave that with my batteries on my mini pro 4 the batterys drain when not used very annoying

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

It seems from advice I’ve had on here in the comments that DJI have designed them to do that to preserve them, although I now need to remember to charge them just before I fly. Thanks for watching and commenting I really appreciate it. Kind regards David 📷👍

[@martyb0y1981]

The reason yoyr battery was 76% is the battery doesn't like to sit fully charged. It's designed to discharge itself to 96% after 1 day and 76% after 5 days . Apparently it's to stop the battery expanding and getting damaged.

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thanks so much, that’s really useful to know, I really appreciate the information, kind regards David 📷👍

[@martyb0y1981]

@@DavidLudlowPhotography Yeah I seen it on someone else video, so quite useful. I have made a few small videos but not gone far out yet as there's always been loads of seagulls lol

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

@@martyb0y1981 haha yes that’s another worry of mine, the gulls.

[@martyb0y1981]

@@DavidLudlowPhotography I had around 8 of them circling mine

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Yes that’s becoming a worry of mine now

[@matthewfryer5723]

Watched another video which reckons charge the batteries before your going to use them, don't try and keep them at 100% 👍

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thanks, I think you’re right, I will now charge just before I go flying. Regards David 📷👍

[@BigFootRadiocomms]

Great Job young man It's always nerve wrecking your forst few flights. Don't listen to idiot keyboard warriors . Yes trust the technology to a point but ultimately you are in control. Great Job flying you'll get a little braver as you go with confidence. Hang in there enjoyed the video keep it up sir. 👍

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thank you so much for watching and your kind words of encouragement, I really appreciate it. Kind regards David 😀📷👍

[@trainsuk3525]

Hi I'm new as well u do worry if u will loose your drone but as people have said trust the technology.

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thanks for watching and commenting. You’re absolutely right it was the fear of losing it that stopped me getting one for a long time. Just got to put my trust in the technology now. Regards David 📷👍

[@trainsuk3525]

Cheers

[@Altered-Perception321]

Hello David; I advise looking into expo settings. Its how fast the gimbal moves, how fast it yaws, and the speed of all the other motions. Find your personal sweet spot, and footage is slow and steady. It makes everything more 'cinematic'. Trust the Drone, it knows better than the operator where it should be. Nice footage; The only thing you are ever working against in the UK is the weather. Roll on Summer time.

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thanks very much for that advice, I will take a look at that tomorrow. I really appreciate you watching and commenting and you’re so right about the weather I am really looking forward to the summer. Kind regards David 😀📷👍

[@johnnymac26]

i always take over when i hit return to home far from "stupid" anyway ignore the keyboard warriors the more you use it your confidence will grow big like and sub.

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Hi Johnny, thanks so much, I really do appreciate it. Kind regards David 😀📷👍

[@teddybeargrylls6663]

Don’t leave the batteries in the drone or charger bank, they will trickle drain

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Ok thanks for the advice, I really appreciate it. Kind regards David 😀📷👍

[@gadgetman404]

Dji batteries all self discharge after few days of no use to save them so can last longer I had mavic mini lasted me years

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thanks that’s great to know regards David 📷👍

[@Scott-qd6fs]

I wonder if the 'Idiot" who said that he would not subscride has done what you have done, you have found the courage to face the world with your passion, now you find out how many idiots there are, do the thing you love without compromise, you can only learn through trial and error, go for it and enjoy your dream.

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thank you so much for your support, I really appreciate it, it’s so nice to have positive comments. Very kind regards David 😀📷👍

[@rebeccaludlow3473]

Completely agree ! You’re doing amazing, exploring your passion and documenting it for others to find out the hurdles that they might face too! Keep going! It’s great 🎉

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

@rebeccaludlow3473 thanks so much 😀📷👍

[@MannyCAM]

There are idiots in every country. Don't let those Know-it-alls discourage you. We all start from the beginning in everything we do. That's life.

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thank you, I appreciate your positive comment, kind regards David 📷👍

[@stenleyjify]

You are not studies at all 😢

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thanks I appreciate your comment Regards David 📷👍

[@Drone-Framez]

Love you vids boss🫡!! Hey guys! I’m new in KZbin, I make/shoot drone content in the Netherlands. my goal is to get 500 subs this year ! Hope you Guys make your goals to !❤

[@DavidLudlowPhotography]

Thanks for watching and your comment just subscribed to your channel regards David 😀📷👍