DJI Mini 4K Unboxing & First Flight - Is This The Best Drone for Beginners?

The Mini 4K is DJI's newest entry level drone in the United States and Europe.
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:29 - Price & options
01:10 - Unboxing
03:30 - Specs & performance
04:18 - Body style
04:44 - Why does weight matter?
05:07 - First flight
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[@personaldronerepair6141]

🙏 Cannot thank you enough for the consistent and clean format.🙏

[@RonaldBrown59]

The the best 4k budget drone available! Great review, and thanks for explaining what this drone is, and who it's for. Thanks for sharing.

[@JoshConnectMedia]

Makes me to miss my mini 3 pro drone. Nice vid Billy. Pretty Clear Nice Footage. Awesome !! DJI is always acing it!! No size!!

[@r4nd0ml3tt3rs]

Outstanding review! I just flew mine a little bit and found this video for further instruction. Loved it!. Great job buddy, in case there was any doubt left.

[@lukekrugman1391]

Great review and product demo! I’ve been wanting one of these and this sold me on it!

[@chandy-kane]

Thanks for the video I just ordered mine

[@manik2154]

Your Philly shots made this North Philly kid proud! LOL! Also thanks for the video I was looking to possibly get into drones for the first time and your video definitely sold it for me.

[@TheDroneGeek]

Gotta love DJI finding a way to recycle all of those old Mini 2 parts. Great review video -- always looking forward to see what you think about these products.

[@bikemanrel1]

This is cool man. I live in the area, and just got this drone. Great video! Looking forward to flying mine!

[@SkyStepDrones68]

Great video as usual, Billy. I'll definitely suggest this drone to folks who are just starting out. I don't have room in my fleet right now for any more drones, lol

[@mastajigga6988]

mines coming tomorrow and now im so damn excited thank you sir

[@sahassingh4321]

how is it?

[@ThankYouPageMagic]

Just ordered one... my first drone! Decided that since it is my birthday, and since I trust DJI, it was time to get going. Also happy I don't need a pilot license in USA :)

[@AllanPhillips00]

Great review video. I’m going to get one of these shortly.

[@Matt-nj]

Top notch review! I'm in NJ and I when I heard Schuylkill River, it was like old home week! My drone will arrive in the next few days. I played around with a few of those cheap Chinese toys, and I knew I needed something better. Your excitement tells me I made a good choice. Thanks for a really useful review!

[@NOXFPV]

Bought mine last week. Awesome drone.

[@Zbair99]

Thanks for the video. I had a Mini 2- crashed it bad on vacation yesterday. Loved the Mini 2. Now I know the easy way to replace it- with the 4k.

[@txarchdroneguy4731]

Great review, Billy

[@Slideway86]

great job!

[@user-tb6vm5lv3b]

Cheers I was looking at this or the Holystone hs360s This made my mind up! DJI Mini 4K it is! Great drone & the price is amazing!

[@jonsprog8624]

Great video

[@firebird-drones]

Man, I remember when I bought the SE as my first drone for $300 2 years ago. Now they have this drone for $300 😂 this one is a much better offering. This airframe is so classic

[@LouisLuzuka]

Thanks for being honest 😮

[@don-xl]

@BillyKyle Even with the Mini 4K, as an upgrade from the Mini 2, the quality is incredible!! Cinematic, smooth shots; crisp, clear visual detail; aerial motion just as smooth and good as the Mini 3/4, Air series, Mavic series and the Inspire. Awesome review, Billy!!

[@nocod100]

I came for the drone video but damn that was a walk down memory lane, I lived in Conshy over 20 years ago and used to ride on the bike trail into Manayunk all the time

[@fcava-ti7mb]

Clever marketing DJI😊

Wh😮 y mess with a good thing...

[@DCGerry]

Another awesome video. I think this is a good drone to recommend to my friends who are just getting into the hobby. My question is, do the DJI entry-level drones, such as the Mini 4K, have all of the same automated photo and video features as the mid-level and higher end drones. For example all of the "Quick Shots", "Mastershots" & various pano photo capabilities, etc.

[@dakundi]

Nice Video❤

[@scalisehawaii]

I’m receiving my tomorrow, May 9th, yeah!!! Excited! Great info! Also new subscriber 🤙🏾!

[@tno6711]

How is it

[@scalisehawaii]

@@tno6711 Well, Amazon delayed delivery until May 14th. 🤷🏽‍♂️ or they said they would refund my money. What? ( rant )

[@sahassingh4321]

@@scalisehawaii did you get it?

[@scalisehawaii]

@@sahassingh4321 nope, I am disappointed.

[@scalisehawaii]

@@sahassingh4321 nope. Getting my refund soon.

[@reginaldalexander3483]

I have the OG mini and it look just like it..just bought a min 3 pro...but if u can use the remote with the built in screen then u will be alright

[@BikerGeek]

I just bought one of these. Haven't tried it out yet because it's 118+ in the Phoenix area so I don't want it to ignite in mid air. I have a Air 2 that I use most of the time but this looks like it will be good to toss in my motorcycle saddlebag when I just go out riding and see something interesting. It's unbelievable how expensive they've become. I think I paid 750 for the Mavic pro fly more kit. I was a little unsure being this is pretty entry level but I think it will work out fine.

[@baths4carsraspberrypicomputer]

nice

[@dronejourneynz]

aka the original Mini 2, first released in 2020. Fair enough, it's a great machine. DJI rebranding what is likely their most reliable, successful and best value for money drones.

[@pal54321]

Hopefully you do more video on tracking and modes etc..

[@billykyle]

No tracking modes on this drone

[@ahmetygnl6678]

Hey Billy, with that Drone can you do 3d model? Video was very clear and helpful, thanks a LOT!!

[@illmavic247]

Same as mini 2 minus the front colorful led.they should have at least added occusync 4

[@omeriluz9800]

Rebranded mini 2 Just that this one was made recently

[@WorkItJ216]

I have the Mini 2SE. Buying this would be a waste of my time and money. I’ll wait cause I want to upgrade to their 2024 more high end drones. Thanks for the vid Billy!!!

[@brucedon1951]

The built quality is better on the Mini 2 se and 4k and more compact than the pro models I have the mini 3 but i do like the screen controller better

[@TimFilmsCars]

Looks like a dang neat little package. Loving my Mini 4 Pro as a backup, but this is a very solid deal for beginners and/or someone on a tight budget. Be warned though, it's a gateway drug.

[@MavicAir2TW]

Thanks for sharing! Is the RC Pro compatible with this drone? It looks like Mini 2.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

That drone is a steal, Bill! So much value! Thank you for showing it to us. 👍

[@billykyle]

I just hope the SDK is released so I can use it for mapping! 😏😏😏

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

@@billykyle 😄😂

[@okanaganpeterjames]

@@billykyle the sdk exists for the Mini 2 already, and you already own the Mini 2. Why pretend you would use this for mapping?

[@tom9507]

Welp ill ask here, do you experienced people recommend fly more mini 3 or mini 4 pro? Bear in mind beginner here so only seen/one fought a drone.

[@SAUCE206]

Can you fly this drone with the phone only or does it have to have the remote? I see you can fly the FIMI X8 mini v2 without the remote. Just curious if you need the remote to fly. Seems kinda cumbersome to have if you’re running and using the tracking

[@maddercat]

Does it fix the thing the mini would do where the camera bounces back sometimes?

[@andrewjudd1499]

I have purchased the basic version of the mini 4k if I were to purchase another battery is it the same as the mini 2 please?

[@memoravelfisica]

Boa noite amigo. Sabe se o mini 4k funciona no litchi?

[@GENERALLee-jp4xr]

Nice vid . So my old rcn1 from my lost mini2 or 3 pro controller is compatible? if so can i purchase the drone only miss my mini2 as much as 3pro both had a lot of miles but both unretrievable either due to weather and or east tennessee terrain conditions couldn’t locate

[@ElectroDOG1789]

Yeah it will work

[@jessejae5820]

Basicly, it's a Mini 2 in a Mine 2SE body that also remote ID compliant.....

[@BikerGeek]

I heard that the controller that comes with the Mini 4k only works with the Mini 4k and not the other DJI's but my Air 2 remote will work with it as well. Are there advantages to using this one with the Mini 4k vs. the one I have with my Air 2?

[@OurVoicesOurLives]

I’m holding off purchasing any new DJI drone until they decide if they are going to ban them or not. Awesome review as per usual though.

[@stefananderson2112]

Does this drone have a tracker on it? Reason being is I lost my first drone(Eachine EX4) .I was flying it down my street when I lost connection and the drone just flew somewhere and I still haven't got the faintest clue of where it's at. The app for it was really buggy too which didn't help at all with keeping the connection. I kept hitting the return to home but no luck. If it doesn't have a tracker do you think it could be able to fly 100% if I taped a small tracking device on top of the drone

[@robertbradley6719]

Billy does the original mini 1 batteries fit the mini 4k?

[@michaelkosinski5671]

Hey Billy, Thank you for doing an unboxing and first flight. I can think at least a few improvements to make the Mini 4k an upgrade over the Mini 2 or Mini 2SE. It would need to have things such as improved processing power, O3 transmission minimum and a cheaper price than the Mini 2 but it doesn't have those things. Other than that it apears to be a O2 Mini 2 with a C0 lable. Are there any differences between the Mini 2 and DJI Mini 4k? I wonder if or when but, I wonder if they are going to produce a Mini 4 standard with O4 transmision minus the O/A probably less features. Kinda how they made a Mini 3 Pro into a Mini 3 standard.

[@riskybusiness5]

Strike one of those improvements as it still uses OC2. I think they added C0 label and remote id for better compliance. Strange how its exclusive Amazon only.

[@INTELMAXELL]

Thank you for the video, Billy. I have some questions. It seems to me that this is the same as the Mini 2, and I was wondering if it is compatible with the Mini 2 batteries. Also, do you know what the bit rate on the camera is? Is it the same as the Mini 2? Additionally, I find it strange that the controller has a slightly different product number. Maybe there is a reason for it; possibly it might be compatible with the standard Mini 3 transmitter. Just a wild guess on my part. Thanks again for the video.

[@brucedon1951]

Mini 2 2se and Mini 4k same batterys 100 bit rate Controller I heard is good for 4 hours instead of 6 hours but double check this controller will only work with this drone but the RC-N1 controller will also work with this drone also

[@LaszloBagi]

So why is it sold on Amazon while I don't see in on the DJI website?

[@bobwhitewo3b]

Curious to know which RID module you are using to fly your Mini 4K under part 107?

[@wb8cxo]

Fantastic but is there any goggles support?

[@aloeisthestuff9622]

Just do a comparison with the Mini 2!

[@taikamiya_]

Do the SE drone batteries fit the 4K mini by any chance?

[@noobflyer1]

Do you know if that drone will work with the mini 2 se controller?

[@JOONEOR]

Got mine last week. Still haven't had the time to try it out due to work.

[@SomethingNicewithDinano]

Isn't this the DJI Mini 2 drone rebranded? Am I missing something here?

[@psoon04286]

Billy is never off in his recommendation or endorsement. Just a cautionary tip if you are really new to drones; find a calm day and a wide open space with no trees and power poles to get some flying experience. Good luck and welcome to the community😄

[@DaltonDroneZone]

It’s the Mini 2. I already have one. The price was about 50 bucks more for the original Mini 2 if I’m not mistaken.

[@Matanumi]

Is it actually? I got started buying used- I recommend that to anyone

[@DaltonDroneZone]

@@Matanumi Absolutely. I buy used and broken to do repair videos on my channel.

[@kens4684]

$50????

[@DaltonDroneZone]

@@kens4684yes…..the original Mini 2 was $350. This Mini is $299.

Then don't bitch about the 4k for altot less

[@felixarm]

Can you provide a link to the hoodie you got? That green looks awesome

[@billykyle]

This is a 1 of 1 lol

[@IslandDigital]

As a beginner, can I record in 4K , but play it back on my 1080 TV? Recording in 4K, does it make the 1080 look better? Thanks

[@jeffsond]

I have the Mavic air 2. After purchasing the Avata and flying FPV i don’t use my or have the desire to fly the Air 2

[@23lboogz]

It’s think it’s time for a new color for their drones..

[@airlessmean]

so basically the mini 2 lol

[@FLSteve2]

I just bought the SE2 wish I would have waited 😢

[@user-se2cu3vp8i]

Does the dji mini 2 battery fit in the dji mini 4k

[@edwardrtt]

like to get but with the DJI ban coming I not sure if its worth it now

[@BlueDroneBlues]

HI, Billy! Is that Ocusync 3 or 4? Wish DJI would make a version like this with RID attached at a price similar to this one? Started with my Mini 2 and still have love for the Mini 2!

[@XavierBaker]

Ocusync 2

[@MichaelTapel]

Where do you store all the drones you have?

[@Pooroljc]

I have had Autel's for years, but I get disappointed when they don't carry replacement batteries for my older models, so I'm done with them. Should I be worried that in a few years DJI will discontinue the batteries for this model ? I enjoy your enthusiasm. Thank you so much for the video. Thanks again.. JC

[@zhong-sv9hd]

In China, spare parts are available for equipment used 10 years ago. Even if the manufacturer no longer provides original spare parts, many other manufacturers will produce spare parts for it, because the market retention is hugely attractive and makes profits for other manufacturers. For example, for many old models such as Sony, Canon, and Nikon, manufacturers in China provide accessories for them, and their service life is no worse than that of the original manufacturer.

[@sxmindian]

The mini 2 is my first and only drone. Now she's back as the Mini 4K 😊

[@billykyle]

Reincarnated!

[@BlueDroneBlues]

Nice bonus to know I have a replacement Mini drone that uses the same batteries many of us already have.

[@aloeisthestuff9622]

@@BlueDroneBlues Till a firmware update.

[@MVMTV4Videos]

It really is aDJI mini 2 for half the price. Thumbs up Billy week done

[@MrEddieNunez]

You should give one away 🎉

[@winesaiyy9700]

Hi, I thought you would have talked about song twins the mini 2. But I don't even find it weird that no one compares it to the mini 2, because they have the same specifications. I'm disappointed 😱 a real and direct comparison seems obvious. But still being for those who want a good cheap drone and yes this is the one to choose from dji quality and safety 👍❤️❤️❤️

[@Bill-NM]

So it's a wifi com link? And BTW Billy, 10km is 6.2 miles, not 7. Any compatibility with goggles? Any compatibility with a remote that has a built-in monitor? Thanks...

[@brucedon1951]

But I must say the built quality is better and more compact on the Mini 4k than the Mini pro models joints seem fragile on those long arms in a crash maybe Dji will add the screen controller to the Mini 4k

[@ricardogoldsztein9840]

What are the uk regulations to comply in order to fly the drone?

[@1EyeInTheSky]

I was thinking of getting rid of my Mini 2 but just like this little drone it just flies too well to let go of.

[@estimyth]

Finally ordered mine. 299 euro for the budget option, 439 euro for fly more set

[@PhannyObsession]

O2? So, does that mean it works with the Smart Controller?

[@archerman1]

So, it is a mini 2, right?

[@okanaganpeterjames]

It seems DJI has told these sponsored unboxings to not mention the DJI Mini 2 and to pretend it doesn't exist, When the Mini 2 is mentions in the comments they will say the line "The Mini 2 SE shoots 2.7k"

[@johnsoncityaerialphotograp7201]

@@okanaganpeterjameshe mentions mini 2 throughout the video… it’s a similar drone yes , but better camera, newer controller, better resolution, and new lower price.. basically a home run for any beginner

[@okanaganpeterjames]

No it is exactly the Mini 2. Not the Mini 2 SE. IT IS THE MINI 2!

[@johnsoncityaerialphotograp7201]

@@okanaganpeterjames 👍

[@winesaiyy9700]

​​@okanaganpeterjames hi that's exactly it, I'm French and it's the same no one talked about the mini 2, even though it has the same specifications. Obviously I didn't understand why, but obviously they were all ordered not to talk about it 👍❤️❤️❤️

[@ermoscowitz]

Isn’t it just a rebranded mini 2?

[@LowryDroneography-Steve]

That sign.. Lowry Services. How dare they! 😅

[@billykyle]

Hahahaha

[@LowryDroneography-Steve]

@@billykyle MFs gone all billboard-cheesy with it

[@zsavage1820]

What else does it do? will if go into follow modes or orbit modes.... what? not enough info on this video...

[@user-zr4km5ns8t]

If I already know I'm going to be shooting with a Mavic 3 Pro down the line, why not just start out with that instead of a "learning drone"? Is there an advantage to doing that?

[@RARufus]

If you absolutely know you’re going to get a Mavic 3 Pro I would just get the Mavic. You’ll get used to flying it, all of its features, etc. Hard to say when the Mavic 4 is coming out but rumor is Christmas season this year. It’s always a rat race with any rapidly advancing technology though so if it does what you want pull the trigger. Edit: The longer you wait, the more it pays to wait for the next version but I’m sure you know that. I started out with a Mavic Pro 1 and it wasn’t an issue. I still have it as a backup unit.

[@benocasio7710]

What can i do to fly my drone

[@travelcollage4010]

will the batteries from a DJI Mini 2 fit the new DJI Mini 4K?

[@meathead2676]

Yes

[@danz58]

Just unpacked my mini 4K (my first drone). Dumb question: the camera seems to be hanging on by a thread, is it supposed to be that floppy?

[@dannyg402012]

No question is dumb. I had a Mini 2. Looking to get this one. And yes, the camera seems "Floppy" and like it might fall off or something, but it won't. Perfectly normal. When the Drone is on the camera "Stiffens up".

[@VicB325]

Does this have Remote ID?

[@arjunshiralkar4668]

It is a mini 2 but without the front light

[@pilotmatt7]

Does it weigh less than 250g WITH prop guards to be considered a category 1 drone for part 107 users?

[@billykyle]

Likely not. This weighs 246g, with only 3g to play with.

[@gingerman5123]

@@billykyleDoes it matter what it weighs on flight or just how the model is certified?

[@maximuzaltiuz]

whats the diff between mini 2? none.

[@baths4carsraspberrypicomputer]

also it's n1c

[@lincoln537]

Would love to see raw quality video from Mini 4K and Mini 4 Pro

[@billykyle]

Soon

[@lincoln537]

@@billykyle Awesome and also thank you for the review it was very valuable

[@maddercat]

what's the difference in the camera specs from the 2 to the 4k? Are the motors upgraded? same flight times? Same batteries? what about a low light comparison? the mini 2 wass pretty dismal.

[@riskybusiness5]

Yup all the same. There is no improvements other than maybe the 100mbps

[@arjunshiralkar4668]

Mini 2 is also 100mbs, in fact the mini 4k is a bit worse because it does not have a light in the front

[@kaush23]

Two key reasons the Mini 2 is better, wifi quick transfer, and DJI released the Mini 2 SDK, so 3rd party app compatibility (like Litchi) give advanced features like follow, points of interests, and waypoints. So, if you're a beginner and want maximum bang for your buck and longevity, get a DJI certified refurb Mini 2 over this. DJI Refurb is as good as new (like Apple).

[@brucedon1951]

Its sad that the Mini2 was discontinued or you can buy a Mini 4k combo and buy a second mini 2 just the drone and have 2 same batterys would work on it

[@Final_Cut_FF]

Where is this?