DJI NEO - Weeks Later Pros & Cons... i Didn´t Expect This!

[@RobHK]

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[@michaeljeffreyclemenia1300]

I got mine now. thanks to this videos that really makes me like Neo more. the value for money and being a drone that is hassle free, user friendly, and not needing to consume time to setup before flying is just great.

[@alwaysyouramanda]

The no-set up is HUGE! Apparently the difference of just 20 seconds is known to make or break a habit

[@akorejepade1261]

Neo is the most fun I have ever had with a drone. Finally a STRESS free drone! Well done DJI!

[@stevec-b6214]

I am curious about drones, never seriously considered one until the neo arrived.

[@akorejepade1261]

@@stevec-b6214 I highly recommend the Neo! I have had many in my past, but this one is the best so far!

[@bobhope1084]

Exactly having a drone you can actually crash makes you a biter flyer flying through gaps is awesome

[@danecruz93]

You just confirmed I made a great purchase brother, best review ever.

[@RobHK]

Thanks man 🙌😎

[@georgem8973]

I heard many interesting things about the Neo. Too bad that no reviews mention the photography capabilities

[@Lowieken73]

I never owned a drone before the Neo, I got it just to take some quick footage on vacations or when training. I got the fly more option, so I have a little more control when using the drone during vacation. Up until now I used it to shoot some quick video during my running training. It just is fantastic for that, you put it in a little trail-running backpack get it out on a suitable location, turn it on, choose the mode, run off and it follows you like a faithful puppy, stop, reach out your hand, it lands, put it back on your backpack and all done. After the run you get in on your phone in a few minutes and you can edit it in less than half an hour. there is no collision detection so you have to keep that in mind. (no narrow trails) It's a little slow for biking, you won't film a sprint with it. Tested it out in my parents garden, took it up over 100 m high, flew through the trees with my smartphone on the controller to guide me, played around with it some more and it works great. it's more than enough for what I want. I have some RC experience, and the controls are so easy to pick up. the thing is so stable. Yeah learning to master a third dimension is a process ;) when you come from cars and boats. You just have to be baffled that all this sits in a 199$/€ drone. This review just confirms everything I felt and thought this little bugger, and well, it comes from someone with way more experience with drones than me. But I can confirm, this little thing is super easy to use and it fits in a large pocket, ideal for sport vlogging !

[@KevinVenturePhilippines]

You may already know this, but if you use custom and tracking you can have it track you from any direction, not just front or back. So you stand sideways to it when you have it "Map" you, and it will stay to your side when you run. Or any other place around you in 360 degrees.

[@Lowieken73]

@@KevinVenturePhilippines Yep, but it seems to be wonky at the moment, in general the drone ends up chasing again, but I set that one on low medium and the actual chase on high medium. Gives an easy way to diversify the shots without getting the phone out. But having it track you from the side would be fun too. Hopefully the mode is fixed with the latest firmware update.

[@Lowieken73]

@@KevinVenturePhilippines update, the new firmware fixed the tracking. Works fine now.

[@kelly_eagle]

I am thinking about getting it for trail running so this is super helpful. Can I ask how it dealt with wind?

[@Lowieken73]

@@kelly_eagle It doesn't like wind all that much. It's light an small. People complain it doesn't work even in a light breeze, I don't know what people consider as a light breeze though. I used it on a slightly windy day and it coped quite well actually, drains the battery I suppose. There is this video of a guy using it at a VERY windy beach and the neo gets an absolute beating, yet the footage is surprisingly stable.

[@ifzarik]

Best review.. all we need to know in detail. i must mention you definitely got some real NICE footage w this little drone.. wow!

[@RobHK]

Thanks a lot🙌😎

[@grumpygrandpa3640]

I’ve watched so many vids on this now and I’ve come to the conclusion that for the price it offers good value for money it is not going to be a top grade drone as your not paying that price tag. The footage is useable it does what is says on the box, if you want more your gonna have to pay more

[@monkasphalt]

dji's goal is to let people try the drone field. They probably saw that drone thing is still very niche thus opening the market more is needed for better revenue. This was a very good output from their product management team.

[@JerseyStyle7]

Best review video so far mine is coming tomorrow, but unfortunately, I’m in California. It’s getting delivered to New Jersey.😂👍🏽 very interesting filming holding it in your hand👍🏽 thank you for the ND filter recommendation

[@andersonjpa]

Same here. I already had the Spark, Mini and Mini 2, now I bought the Neo, I'm waiting for delivery to know if the purchase was worth it.

[@JerseyStyle7]

@@andersonjpa mine just came today. Well it got delivered to New Jersey, but unfortunately I’m still in California until 8 October. Gonna make some pretty cool contact once I get home I do all types of review videos, ebikes, scooters etc👍🏽

[@Blacksheep12267]

It's a coin toss to get it to activate. The only way offered is via cell phone ap. Ooodles of bugs.

[@hanisezzatulfarahah3195]

The best review I've ever watched!

[@RobHK]

Thanks mate 🙌😀

[@from6227]

This will definitely benefit travel creators who need to set up their camera and tripod for walk-by or hiking shots.

[@Peakabike]

Yep, amazing ease of use and priceless to be able to use follow with practically no risk to people or the drone. Impossible to do with any other drone apart from the X1 series.

[@ProfKlaus]

This is a really nice video! Nice pacing in music selection. I love the Neo as well. In the short time that I’ve owned it I think I’ve flown it more than all of my drones combined. The fact that it’s so light makes me less concerned about breaking it at the crashes. This intern has made me a better pilot. That helps my confidence with my Air 3. Your video inspired me to fly my Neo drone right now. Unfortunately it’s dark outside. Take care.

[@5280climber]

When you say handheld you mean the propellers being off and you holding it in your hand? Awesome!

[@johnathangoodacre2284]

I’ve had a mavic air and also have an Avata. The one bugbear with them is the set up time. If you want to grab a quick shot while you’re out on a walk/hike etc you have to spend 10 plus on setting it all up.

[@Nico-uz8pw]

Good morning sir, excellent shots! I think they are the best I have seen for this drone. Could you make a video about to explain how to configure settings to get this quality? Have a nice day

[@robertarnobit5357]

I love it❤ I'll get the combo. Thanks for this video 👍

[@19ab59]

Thanks for this very well made review. I do have to say that DJI should say thanks to Hover Air for their X1 and how well received that little drone was with the pre selectable flight modes.

[@canpin]

I only pla to use drone for family trips like this. This is perfect

[@alwaysyouramanda]

It’s kept up with me and my dog while we long boarded and even surprised me the way it will dip down with me when I crouch!! It’s SO cool! The last time I tried to catch us skating I had to use the remote with my mini 2 and crashed it twice 😂 one time I even forgot to record! I LOVE this little thing!!

[@beesayatv_vlogs]

Got mine 3 days ago, and I'm loving it.

[@pbpri]

00000plkk,please- how much is the drone///??? 4:54

[@beesayatv_vlogs]

@@pbpri $199 lucky i found from one store has 4 remaining stocks because everywhere it's out of stock

[@francescomuscerino615]

may i ask you how is the camera in matter of video?

[@JohnPaulMusicUK]

Great video. Got the Neo. Updates I want is a double tap or do something on the quick shot buttons on the top when its on a certain type to change the meters / distance. I know you can do it on the app but would e great to do it in the moment and being able to adjust or have a PRO mode in the app without having to use the controller.

[@DrDinB]

Also a proper return to home when NOT using a controller.

[@stefw0200]

Very nice video. With your post processing the video quality k most scenes is adequate for most people, but you should have talked a little about what you did (I noticed reduced contrast, colors tuned a little warmer). I was quite surprised about the ND filter shots,looking nice! So please make a separate video about NDs with and without POL filters when using the quick shots modes. Thx

[@RobHK]

Coming today or tomorrow 😎

[@IanTed]

For the money it’s great, you need the controller for full use but as my first drone I’m impressed. A drone is an investment, and there’s a huge choice but I’m hooked, very easy to use but I’m sure I’ll move on to a better quality version in the future… PS. Just brilliant for motorcycle tours, so little weight and simple to use when you stop in a scenic spot. They’ve just released a new firmware update including batteries.

[@venezuelainvestigators141]

The hiking filming is beautiful.

[@Mexishark909]

I actualy wanted one because of the size it looked significantly smaller than the Avata, something i can mess with indoors. But it looks like its the same size practically

[@earyahmad]

I just wanted to know and curios, how does it record on tracking mode on when the environment with plenty of people around? Such as beach with many people or city walk . Does it track different people on the scene and somehow lost our tracking mode?

[@TheSonsOfSimon]

If DJI would make a Neo Pro with a better camera, that would be a real game changer!

[@OttoJulian_]

And who says that they are not going to? 😊

[@samuelquintanar5929]

Great review!! I just got mine today!!

[@RobHK]

Nice🙌😎

[@EMSAPPLEVLOG]

Love this review from NEO its amazing specially for the beginners ❤

[@willbrink]

Just got one as my first drone and added the RC also as that seemed recommended by most benefits of use. So far so good. Seems hard to beat for the $.

[@beambreaker401]

Great video, definitely takes buyers remorse off the table bought mine yesterday it’s unboxed and charging now looking forward to maiden voyage tomorrow

[@oldgoldtopgoldtop6039]

Like you said, for the casual user its capturing the "moment" that matters most. neo provides great automatic features at a price point accessible to nearly anyone. 1080p is adequate for the vast majority of casual users this drone is marketed towards. Interesting shots available directly from the drone without any real learning curve. I a 13:51 m a casual hobbyist with Phantom 4, Nano plus and Mini 4 pro but still intend to get this tiny drone for easy "snapshots". (i often use my mini drones for stabilized hand tracking shots).

[@TVNetworld]

I was thinking about the NEO long time buut finalyy I have decided to get the Hover Air x1 pro max

[@AdventureDiaries_]

Awesome video buddy. Just picked up the Neo and this has been really helpful!

[@RobHK]

Thanks mate 🙌😃

[@TheProCut17]

finally flew mine today, its very good. a perfect companion to my air3 and avata2

[@brunodiassi5844]

What modifications or edits were made to the original footage? Or you used the raw video in the DJI Neo footage that appears in the video?

[@KaneJohnson-v4u]

I’d also like to know this

[@SJMDronesMedia]

DJI need to update the camera settings, to allow user settings, yes the video is over exposed and over sharpened, but as you stated it’s the bottom of the DJI line but still great value, thanks & regards

[@lowerorchard]

Great review. I wondered about those shots that were in fact handheld… great idea. I’m taking it to New Zealand on a road trip next month and it’ll be SO much easier than my original Mini. A question… what was the colour grading you applied, presumably to the “normal” footage out of camera?

[@hjlee6192]

Great video and thanks for sharing your opinions on the Neo!! Random question. What sunglasses do you wear? Haha

[@itsdannyweng]

Wow that's some great feedback for the Neo. I'm planning a trip to Hawaii in the near future. Is it worth bringing both the Mini 4 Pro and the Neo on the trip?

[@LuciannaRemis]

I love you so much! I recently just found your kislux and i’m in love!! Your videos are so fun and you energy is just MWAH! keep living your life

[@SuhasSk]

This is the REVIEW I was looking for, simple and straightforward for a first time user trying to understand if the drone meets their needs. Thanks man

[@RobHK]

Thanks man 👌😎

[@InitialD016]

Love your work...pardon my ignorance, but what donyou mean by shot handheld?? Were you using your phone as a controller?? Or were you using an actual controller?

[@pjhunton]

Got mine yesterday, I love it but havent had a chance to use it much yet. It seems to me the ideal companion when out and about, if Im shooting for work Ill use the mini 3 pro but as something to get a few moments and have fun its absolutely brilliant. I hope DJI continue to expand its capabilities in updates but even as it is I find it great for capturing quick clips without it taking up loads of space in my kit bag. It really does need to have manual exposure when using just the app and drone.

[@MrSpeedyGonzalez]

Would the drone continue to follow you if another person passes by you or would it switched to follow the other person?

[@RowOfMushyTiT]

No. I think it locks to some feature like the colour of your t-shirt. It's not just simply recognizing 'humans'.

[@droneflyernick]

I have the Neo and it’s an all around fun drone, I also have a bunch of camera drones and fpv quads in my backpack, so now the Neo will reduce the weight.

[@JoscelinTrouwborst]

I like the style of this review of yours.

[@deegrafikera]

Helpful! Thank you. Got mine for a week now but just tried yesterday using direction track. First, got a (plate number ) just like in acar, to avoid a fine. and will take an exam as well for civil aviation

[@chriscflint]

Hand held looked awesome and certainly something I will use.

[@Kavinsmithy]

Best review, end of story! Bought it thanks to your video! also bought your Neo Lutpack which is absolutely phenomenal 🙌🙌 highly recommend this to anyone that wants to make their Neo videos look better.

[@RobHK]

Thanks mate 🙌😃

[@dragonflylifestyle-travelm3565]

Hello. I just watched this useful video. I was planning to purchase the Neo for my upcoming vacation. This will be my first drone. Can you tell how does this drone function in low light or night time?

[@jon112media]

3:18 oh yeah facts bro 4:17 also I think I was just at that north shore spot last year! Thanks for this vid! The image quality is adequate for viewing in iPhones. And the barrier of entry is nice and low to start!

[@basketball4dummies]

Great video and amazing drone can’t wait to get my hands on one ☝🏾

[@noteincontact]

I have a hover and felt so bad i dindt waited for competition to bribg something new 😅 but now i wait for neo 2 as hover came up with the pro version so who knows

[@karlheinz7112]

Very nice footage. But there is not a chance you would get that video quality out of the box without good video editing. Nice work

[@simonotero2434]

Great video! Have you used it over water? If so, did you use it handheld, phone or controller? And how did it go?

[@skiphorni]

I know you can get some place and know you have left something behind, but the wind noise, for me, was too distracting. But I do have a question vis-a-vis RIDs. Did you get a remote ID device for your NEO?

[@DatrysiadMedia]

Im heading up to scotland and tempted to get this just to capture some footage because i want to keep things light, was gonna take my insta x2 and maybe this

[@venezuelainvestigators141]

Gret video, mate!

[@pangyawche]

Thank you so much for this honest reviews. Really appreciated planning to have this drone.. but now I need to make more savings so. I can afford to buy.. thank you

[@MrPlaneTalk]

Looking forward to the honest and unbiased review of the Hover and comparison to the Neo. Did you order one?

[@asSIMuNation]

Would you recommend this for use indoors with crowds? Will it still track well? Will it hit into fixed objects?

[@holtzlander]

I absolutely love this little drone. I have a Maciv 3 and an Avata 2, but this little drone fits in my hand with my phone and wallet, and were gone! Very versatile.

[@koz]

I recently got the Avata 2 combo. I'm thinking of getting a Neo to learn how to fly Manual with sticks since I should be able to control it with the Goggles 3/Motion Controller 3 and FPV RC3 Controller. And I think it will survive more crashes than my Avata 2, while I practice. :) My only problem with the Neo is that it's a lot louder than the Avata 2, with a higher pitch 'scream'.

[@grossi46]

I love my Neo. Definitely 👍. It's just a pain having to update the rc-n2 firmware every time I switch between the neo and the mini 4. It's so annoying 🙄

[@RenTab-i3k]

Excellent review. I'll definitely buy this drone

[@Pinoytravellingchef]

Wow very cool toy i will try to add it to my collection of technology

[@giosamigos]

you made the video look good👍

[@drdavetexas]

Great video , I didn't see the link for ND filters

[@TheJohnosfp]

I just want to buy a drone for my vacations with my family and when we going for walk,do you recommend this drone? is the video that captures decent

[@QuantumTactical]

More great content!! Thanks for your work it is super helpful.

[@jamesburwash5635]

Thanks excellent video and explanations. Cheers Vancouver Island Canada

[@RobHK]

Thanks mate🙌😎

[@PhilTParker]

How is distance flying with the RC 2 controller? I have one. I also have the goggles and flight stick. I understand the FPV gear, but for the Neo I’m interested in a little traditional controller connection as with the RC 2

[@Koxi73]

Videoquality definitely needs some improvement (hopefully via softwareupdates for some degrees). But there are some things that also needs some attention: 1.) after a crash the drone tends to escape the situation and sometimes full speed rushes off in one direction. I had a near water crash due to this situation. Only a little tree saved it. 2.) Hand detection for landing. I am climbing regularly and autofollow is really neat when going up a rock. But when I am at peak the drone stands 2-3 meters off the cliff and I need to connect the phone to get it closer for pickup. 3.) When it flies in front of you, it is quite hard to get it because it tries to keep the distance .. also a little topic to hand detection. Nevertheless, I have flown and crashed this little drone more often in the last 3 weeks than my bigger Mini that I own for 4 years now. Amazing tech and very easy to carry with you.

[@stefw0200]

About 3). You have to stand still for 3 seconds to stop tracking mode. Then it won't try to escape when you're approaching

[@MauToz-rd5jc]

Ottimo video.. Good job, man!

[@AtortAerials]

It’s f’n great isn’t it?! If you know you know how cool this little drone is.

[@TheWrightTimes]

When you demonstrated the helix feature, that weird halo around your body was very offputting. Is that the image distortion everyone comments on?

[@bornindalmatia]

Thanks for video! 👍

[@MrPlaneTalk]

At 16:45 you’re at the beach in Hawaii. Where is that beach?

[@MiyagisRant]

Great video as usual, can you use the RC from the Mini 3 pro? I saw it in your video there for a second lol

[@stefw0200]

On DJI website somewhere is a matrix which drone works with which controller. Neo uses O4 standard like Mini4pro. As Mini3pro uses O3 and doesn't work with Mini4pro RC I doubt it will work with Neo

[@MiyagisRant]

@@stefw0200 Yah, found out, would have been nice if they went backwards compat with the RC-N1, apparently it's not compatible with the RC2 as well, that's a nice RC with the display.

[@RealYoutubeShorts]

Wow !!!! Crisp footage

[@vacation_generation]

Brilliant video. Thanks

[@vajiragamage]

helpful video....thanks

[@leowu6110]

You can set custom color profiles on this?? I thought "Normal" was the only option 😮

[@Alexander_Maltsev]

Hi, which camera settings do you use? Iso, white balance?

[@CubamusPrime]

Can you do low ground shots with it?

[@SnowerFPV]

Amazing review! Thanks!

[@bigearedmouse17]

Am holding on for the NEO 2 ?

[@shepzy-r7z]

That will be a year or two yet I’d get on it if you don’t wanna wait. Bought mine 2 days ago and it’s brilliant for a budget priced Dji product

[@MrPlaneTalk]

Will it track well from the front and stay in front as you move side to side?

[@KevinVenturePhilippines]

It will. Or if you use custom tracking you can stand sideways to it when it maps you and you can have it track you from the side, or anywhere else in the circle around you. Just have it where you want it when it maps you and it will stay in that position as you move. And I agree, the handheld throws in another dimension.

[@MrPlaneTalk]

@@KevinVenturePhilippines is that custom mode?

[@chris]

8:00 when you're out shooting with your A5Pro I don't see any mic -- are you relying on just the DJI Action and its built-in mics for your voice? I don't see a hidden DJI Mic 2DJI Mic 2. BTW great video. I love my Neo!

[@ashjaff94]

What was your flying time per battery ?

[@carlsberxithub3711]

10-15 minutes per battery.

[@osullivanja]

Did you say 6-12 minutes flight time per battery (depending on other factors)?

[@popqrnanon5815]

I am so jazzed. I am expecting my NEO in 2 days

[@fengshuidoctor]

I love my baby NEO

[@alwaysyouramanda]

I call it my little birdie ^^

[@lifeneedsmorechill]

did they update the video quality? doesnt seem to look so thrash now

[@Dave_and_Mylenes_Travels]

The only issue I see is it keeps on cutting off your feet. Seems like something DJI can fix with firmware. Hopefully they do before I got to Hawaii. Awesome video though.

[@KevinVenturePhilippines]

You can lower the drone with settings or voice command, and/or have it further away, either will help you get that full body shot.

[@billburnhope2176]

Must be something wrong with my eyesight, as it seems to do a good job! Or have you edited everything?😅

[@Droneaway-72]

Nice subbed your channel

[@OnlineLuc]

My Neo lost GPS multiple times yesterday during an 8 min flight. Upon its return to my boat, yes, on the water, it lost it again and then just took a nose dive into the lake. That was it. I've submitted a flyaway claim since I had the insurance. But it's pretty frustrating considering I did not realize it wasn't recommended to fly over water after seeing their official marketing videos literally showing a person on a SUP, wake surfing, boating.... very misleading marketing. NOW I know... but I'm completely new to drones and DJI. They really should NOT be putting those over water shots in their marketing. The other possibility is it was a software bug... I had JUST applied the Sep 29th firmware update. But I suspect the water was the issue while losing GPS. Clear blue skies, very little wind. No idea why it lost GPS.

[@danahmad5627]

Is it possible to fly this drone above water at a higher altitude (not too close to the water surface)? I bought it for my Thailand trip, after reading your story m worried😮

[@OnlineLuc]

@@danahmad5627 I did fly it above water very high up, yes. Multiple times that day. But I obviously can't comment on if it could fail at a higher altitude. I was at about 50m above water when this happened. I'd be very cautious above water... I'm looking forward to DJI's analysis of my logs. See if they can explain what happened.

[@KevinVenturePhilippines]

@@OnlineLuc I don't have one yet but have heard them say if you are using your phone to control it the connection distance is very, very small, but if you buy a dedicated controller it will stay connected for miles. Were you using your phone to control it? You have me curious too, as I have seen many people fly it above the water, even close to the surface, and I will be using it in the Philippines.

[@OnlineLuc]

@@KevinVenturePhilippines using the remote yes. It has a 10km range. The phone only is limited by wifi which is about 50m. I never lost connection to the drone. The drone lost GPS signal. It has its own GPS antenna. Either there wasn't enough satellites at that moment or the drone was having technical issues maintaining them. I suspect it reverted to visuals only and because it was over water, it failed. But I'm waiting on DJI's analysis.

[@stefpix]

@@OnlineLucwere you controlling it with the phone or the dedicated remote controller? It sucks, especially in view of the misleading marketing. If it had not lost connection to the phone, why weren’t you able to fly it back manually?maybe the WiFi signal was weak, and without it there are issues? I have the mini 2. Flew it over water without issues. Once it hit a branch and fell in a flooded dirt road. Under water. But it was fresh water, even if near the ocean, so I dried it up and a day or 2 later it seemed to work fine. It would be interesting how it is dealing with dji for the fly away insurance

[@marceltromp1454]

Do u fly it with your mobile ,or the remote

[@marceltromp1454]

Can u shoot just holding it and point it places ?