DJI's Cheapest 4K Drone Worth It? DJI Mini 4K

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If you want the most affordable 4k drone from DJI, then the Mini 4k is what you will want coming in at $299. The Mini 4k has similar specs to the Mini 2 with 4k 30fps, QuickShots, 10km range, under 250 gram weight and more.
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#djimini4k #djimini3 #dji

[@crauzcraun774]

damn 51 min that's incredible, I remember my first drone dji spark can fly 10 min, 2 min to take off, 5 min fly and 3 min to land🤣

[@LouisLuzuka]

Same I love my sparky ❤

[@yesamster]

5 minutes to connect too! Spark was reliable but I'm tempted to upgrade to this!

[@CJGFilm101]

That transition shot at 9:13 was perfect! I replayed that several times just to appreciate how perfect that was.

[@skipmcilvaine]

Oh, that model name is not gonna cause any confusion... 🤨😆

[@FlytPath]

not at all lol

[@Soarex83]

@@FlytPathsorry is it compatible with the googles for avata ?

[@darsaxlegion8125]

That’s what just happened at me! 😂

[@ayden3242]

​@@Soarex83 Yes, FPV Drone is an option in the settings, i checked for myself.

[@parexc07]

..Will my older mini 2 batteries fit in the mini 4k...?

[@savoryexposure]

Now this is an entry level model that could work for me. Thanks for the review.

[@UKDroneClub]

Another great review, thanks Aldryn 😃

[@wavetrex]

Lol they made the Mini 2 too good, it outlasts everything else in 100 different variants :P

[@INTELMAXELL]

Yup lol

[@LifeIsBetterOutside]

Yup, i just drowned mine so i was looking if there is anything new and can see that they just rebranded mini 2 to 4k 🤣🤣 lool

[@ParodyGuy2024]

Except for the overheating issue that burns out the 5.8ghz radio on the unit during a firmware update. Soo many have had this happen.

[@RelatableDonnie]

Thanks for your work

[@shinezstory]

love your work all the way from Trinidad and tobago

[@SKeates-yx3qj]

This helped me to make the decision on which entry level drone to buy thank you ! I’ve gone for the mini 3. It comes on Wednesday 🥳

[@RonaldBrown59]

This is going to be a great drone for beginners, and budget minded shoppers. Great review Aldryn, thanks for sharing.

[@ryro000]

great video, thanks a lot, that's exactly what I was looking for

[@RollingExistence]

Great review

[@ayedunjossyoladipupo1235]

Excellent video. Thanks a lot.

[@triciaedsel]

Hi, could you do a comparison between the dji mini 4k and dji mini 2 please.

[@slip0n0fall]

Props for quickly filtering it down to the model comparisons that really mattered.

[@Garry-oi7cg]

Great information.

[@ronmarvicsin7709]

I’ve had four DJI drones. Starting with Mavic 2 Air. Great drone. Then the FOV, Mini 3 pro n Mavic 3 classic. DJI keeps out with newer and just a bit better. Are you chasing the newest and best? I’ve stopped and decided to make the best out of what I have.

[@nelsonnico5196]

Hi nice video mate.. So basically we can use the Mini 2 ND filters for this new Mini 4k?

[@baths4carsraspberrypicomputer]

gotta get one now 🏃🏃🏃

[@romo8547]

Great production. Loved the way you spun the box to reveal the combo bag. Also, a more thorough review than other channels. Well done.

[@andre1987eph]

I have Mini 2 its awesome!

[@Pooroljc]

I have had Autel's for years, but I'm disappointed when they don't carry replacement batteries for my older models, so I'm done with them. I'm switching to this DJI model as we speak, I hope I don't regret it. Thank you so much for the video.. Thanks again.. JC

[@RavinderSingh-ft5dw]

Superb

[@marianoramirez1611]

Question, so since you can't buy the Mini 4K directly from the DJI website, can you still get their warranty, or do you have to buy a warranty through Best Buy?

[@DanielM1224]

what are the specs for stills? longest shutter speed? Raw?

[@dakundi]

Nice Video❤

[@lynsmith1096]

Good first loo video Aldryn

[@PhannyObsession]

Does it work with the Smart Controller?

[@heathmichael142]

Does the mini 4k have SDK like the mini 2 had, so that you could do things like waypoints?

[@bodkinsbestphotography]

A LITTLE bit faster lens? f/2.8 vs f/1.7 is 1 1/3 stops.

[@djxcel23]

Ok time for a new drone. I notice companies are only releasing products on amazon. Im not gonna lie I wish the mini 4k was able to use the mini 3 remote.

[@memoravelfisica]

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

[@juanmanuelrojas8357]

Could you make a comparison between the DJI Mini 4K and the DJI Mini 4 Pro please?

[@silvergem8397]

Does dji mini2 se has wifi transfer option?

[@michaelnevins5820]

Dang it I just bought the mini 2se a month ago. I wanted the mini 2 but was not available

[@Shaun0169]

will this be available in Canada or only the US

[@waynespoerre]

Costco has the Mini 3 for $299.99 in late JUNE. This would be the better buy than the Mini 4K.

[@davejoseph5615]

I don't understand how the smooth videos are achieved when the drone seems to bounce around in the air quite a bit (especially these mini drones). Is there a lot of video stabilization being done in software or what is explanation for the smooth video?

[@sbkarajan]

I live in NJ and frequently go to California, Nevada, Arizona, and Utah Where can I fly this drone? I know National Parks are off limits. Are public beaches ok, if there is Zero person around me? How about State Parks and local trails?

[@zhehao5847]

Insane transition 🔥🔥 9:11

[@ferryfabi]

9:14 u mean

[@AjaySingh-228]

Good Sir...Overall, the DJI Mini 4 is a great option for anyone looking for a reliable and affordable 4K drone. 😀

[@biggooseadventures]

Nice video

[@StuG-pr9tf]

so if I purchased the DJI Mini 4K drone for filming the fairways on a disc golf course located in a city park, can I add audio commentary to the video that the drone camera has captured after I download the drone video to my laptop hard drive???

[@EkyJenye]

Mini 4k can it mode potret?

[@cmikecs]

Can you connect to the remote via wifi?

[@droneKRR]

спасибо за обзор и ликбез - чертовски интересно! Да DJI закрывает все щели, чтобы для любого кошелька было предложение. Но, это не моё. Удачи и береги себя!

[@bluerose7041]

Can you compare all Mini drone not mini3/4

[@mrmurder75]

Hopefully dji release the SDK and the community can add in follow me mode.

[@eddiev.934]

Does the DJI RC remote record the video or do you have to buy a separate memory card

[@NanceLvr]

Micro sd requited

[@user-ys9nf5ux6e]

Wonder if you'll be able to buy the new model as a drone only and use existing batteries and controller if you have a failed mini 2

[@WilliamDaugherty]

If not now they will be available at some point either on eBay or the DJI refurb store. Price should be quite low.

[@guiga_melo]

tkx

[@born2bwildne744]

DJI offers up another great entry level drone! I have the Mini 2 - and I lament DJI's business decision to stop producing iOS based SDK kits. With iOS Litchi, I can plan Waypoint missions on either my desktop with the bigger screen or in the field, on my controller/phone. With iOS Maven, I can do GPS Follow Me and offer safe training flights to my grand kids with Maven's Geofencing feature. If my Mini 2 ever stops working, not sure what I will do. UGH...

[@riskybusiness5]

I think the reason for the Mini 4K release (over the mini 2) is the C0 label and maybe remote id to make them more compliant with recent regulations? 🤷‍♂ Oh that and capture more market share from the low end drone space. 😆

[@miizuno]

Schuld i buy Mini 3 for 369€ with Controller oder Mini 4 k for 299 with Controller?

[@mlatief5865]

Hi Can i just fact check, It will work with an old RCN1 remote. If thats the case i will just buy drone only Thanks

[@devnol]

How is this any different from the original mini 2? That was also 4k. Did they just backtrack on the 2 SE and couldn't bring back the Mini 2 name because it would look old?

[@jajack.c6509]

would you like to shot at night to let us see the mini 4k at low light quality ?

[@cioji]

No portrait mode?😢

[@msolis445]

I like my mini 2

[@LenMiDrones]

Do you think that DJI will still sell you a care refresh plan if you buy it from Amazon? As long as you do it the way where they make you send a video that it flies and runs correctly?

[@ReneNieuwenhuis]

You don't have to do any of that. You can buy in 48 hour after activation, directly true the app of the dji website. Only AFTER the first 48 hours that 'video thing' is an option. Doesn't matter where you bay, the dji activation program is worldwide the same.

[@LenMiDrones]

@@ReneNieuwenhuis that's great and what is thought. I live in FL. US. Thanks!

[@abitofeverything2254]

The SE did show a bit of pixelation to me anyway still good

[@tulittajadji10]

Where can i buy mink 4k?

[@joshcruzervlogsandgaming6690]

So I have the original Mini 2 do I need the remote ID I’m confused with the rule. I haven’t flown since the new law went into effect.

[@jasonhurdlow6607]

As long as you haven't registered it, you fly only for pleasure, and it's under 250g, then no, you don't need RID.

[@moemaster1966]

I have the mini 2 ..I got it in what 2020 on release..it’s been a beast ..I have the mavic 3 now but I still keep the mini 2 in my car for those just because photo opportunities…the batteries are cheap and it’s nearly wind proof…is the mini 3 better I don’t know…if you’re looking to get into the drone hobby..the mini 4k would probably be a good choice…

[@ibrahimatcha509]

Does the mini 2 and mini 4k have the same batteries?

[@shb7772000if]

​@@ibrahimatcha509I'm sure they do.

[@plasticdope]

I got both, and can tell for sure that mini 3 is generally better. Beyond what the specs show, I really like the battery design that does not hurt my nails, and the quieter propellers. The flying feeling is actually better with the mini 2, small and easy maneuver like a beetle, while mini 3 is bucky like an suv. About litchi or other apps, well I’m not a power user so it’s just ok to have but not a must

[@tnh723]

you and I are the same with the age of our mini 2s. I'll never ever sell mine even if I get a newer & better one :-)

[@gilmoregibson9184]

You didn’t say if the mini 3 controller with the screen can be used with the dji mini 4k

[@Hexsae]

it cant unfortunately

[@Twobarpsi]

Is there a cheap display you could use instead of a phone? My phone's screen is shot and so is the battery. Works great as a phone though. Wouldn't want to buy a new phone, just to use the Mini 4k.

[@WilliamDaugherty]

Lots of options. Anything running a recent Android or iOS operating system. I've used Samsung phones, iPhones, and iPads. Tablets requires a bracket to hold it on the controller, but it's a nice option, especially if you already have one. You should be able to pick up a relatively late model phone for cheap. FYI, I never use my primary phones for flying. Also an option: you can have the RC-N1 charge the phone while in use.

[@Twobarpsi]

@@WilliamDaugherty thanks for the info!

[@jjtiojohn12]

is it possible to insure the drone, whats the warrenty on the DJI?

[@moemaster1966]

Dji has its own insurance as far as repair and replacement..it’s the best in the business….

[@WilliamDaugherty]

I always get Care Refresh on every DJI drone and I keep it for as long as they allow. It's paid for itself many times over. Also, about half my failures have been covered under warranty.

[@brucedon1951]

For the Mini 4k its $36.00 a year or $59.00 for 2 years but do it within 48 hours of activation

[@soybacancito]

does the mini 3 have tracking capabilities ?

[@WilliamDaugherty]

I believe DJI only puts tracking on drones with object avoidance sensors, so no.

[@LouisLuzuka]

I’m not a beginner but I. Looking for a mini drone 😮do I get this or mini 3/4

[@FlytPath]

4 if it’s in your budget.

[@LouisLuzuka]

@@FlytPath thank you! and with RC or no need

[@matthiashau]

Is it possible to use the dji mavic Mini 1 batterys for the 4k?

[@ReneNieuwenhuis]

Yes, but with less flighttime.

[@matthiashau]

@@ReneNieuwenhuis cool thank you!

[@brucedon1951]

@@matthiashau It will work but am pretty sure it will make the drone weigh more then 249 grams check and see

[@biggooseadventures]

Nice video….I am thinking of adding a drone to my equipment. Since it looks like the government is going to ban DJI drones from flying in the USA do you have any recommendations for other drone companies?

[@Hexsae]

Whered you hear of this?

[@biggooseadventures]

@@Hexsae you probably won’t click the link I would not either but google USA government to ban DJI drones,..it’s definitely on the table and like tik Tok most likely to banned.

[@biggooseadventures]

@@Hexsae google USA government to ban DJI drones …you will see plenty of link discussing where this bill is.

[@Hexsae]

@@biggooseadventures From what I've been reading, it seems "The bill will only prevent the use of federal funds to purchase DJI drones and use by federal agencies." shouldn't have an affect on normal hobbyists. It could also prevent it from connecting to the internet but then again you wouldn't really need to do that ever. Can DL firmware updates on the sd and put into your drone. Also, it seems the bill has an extremely low % chance of actually passing. Saw under 10% somewhere but could be wrong.

[@biggooseadventures]

@@Hexsae thank you letting me know…the DJI mini 4K seems like a cool drone. I used to have a phantom 3 pro

[@raiders1989]

Wish you were just focusing on the one. I'm very new and basically just walked in the door so talking about them both at the same time, and really fast, I had to rewind quite a bit just to get the info and to clarify exactly which you were referring to. I'm trying to research the Mini 4k as a first buy due to price. I don't want to jump into a $1000+ drone out the gate so the $350 price, sure why not. There being no obstacle avoidance worries me but, meh. No follow me function is a downer also. is there a drone with these functions you could recommend that is a good price but not junk, for a beginner, please?

[@FlytPath]

If u need follow then u have to go with mini 3 pro or mini 4 pro. Check out my video comparison between those two

[@BrandonEley]

It's strange the DJI Mini 4K drone isn't listed anywhere on DJI's website either the informational site or their online store. It's only on Amazon.

[@FlytPath]

Amazon only release

[@LenMiDrones]

Are you sure that the RCN1c just stands for RCn1 controller?😊

[@brucedon1951]

They are different controllers

[@LenMiDrones]

@@brucedon1951 oh ok.. how is the range compared to the original Mini 2 or the mini 3 pro?

[@Kris-jk9mq]

@@LenMiDrones My guess is the C is CE only even in FCC zones. Soo less range

[@LenMiDrones]

@@Kris-jk9mq thank you

[@es1951]

nice but you did not talk about obstacle avoidance

[@shb7772000if]

Yes he did. He said it doesn't have obstacle avoidance. Watch the video.

[@Rivaboyz1987]

Basically they re named the mini 2 now the 4k as everyone’s buying the mini 2 over the mini 3 as the mini 2 se is only 2.7k so that’s now being discontinued witch is now why the mini 2 is now the 4k if anyone’s to upgrade it’s to the mini 4 pro with full obstacle avoidance so really there’s no place for the mini 3 pro at that price point you can buy the mini 4k fir £269 and have a 4k drone unless you want the obstacle avoidance then the 2 4k is the answer it’s even got follow me on the update so at this price point it’s a steal this drone

[@millsathn]

en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Punctuation

[@CRIMSONTYPHOON_YT]

i wont be getting this for 2 reasons, you Cant get care refresh since its not listed, and i have info about the rcn1c, same specs as rcn1 excpet for battery life, 4 hours when not charging a device, 2 hours when charging a device, compared to rc n1 6 hours when not charging and 4 hours when charging, also dont know why no one is asking about if you can get care refresh for the mini 4k

[@philldownes8685]

mini 4k isa mini 2 in a mini 1 /2se centre body..... no led light at the front.

[@traver]

Do the batteries in the mini 2 fit in the mini 4k?

[@alexpiter5551]

Chinese edition must be

[@andreij.7908]

can it film vertically?

[@cityplanner3063]

No

[@maximuzaltiuz]

mini 4k is just a refresh version of mini 2 since dji makes a new entry level drone each year. probably a mini 4k se next year.

[@Ezduztube]

I did not know their was 4k mini

[@isabelherrera341]

Which one has a vertical camera option?

[@FlytPath]

Answered in the middle of the video

[@trullmann]

Do the batteries from my Mini SE work in this 4k version? I'm going to upgrade to this one. thanks

[@FlytPath]

Yup

[@trullmann]

@@FlytPath awesome, I will pick one up under that link.

[@bazbar9090]

As far as I am aware the camera is a 12 mp camera on the mini 3, not a 48 mp camera. That is only on the pro versions.

[@aloeisthestuff9622]

The 48 nonsense is all a LIE.

[@ChipLohman]

Something I may have missed in my KZbin research, or maybe is just too obvious for most, is that after filming a 4K video with a Mini 4, I discovered that several platforms cannot display 4K, including my wife's Android tablet, my sister-in-law's older Android phone, and my own Windows 10 laptop without first downloading a video app like VLC that has the proper CODECs. Since I can live without the higher resolution, my solution to sharing videos with family and friends will be to reset the Mini 4 to film in 1080. Who knew?!

[@Rahproductionsmiami]

i want that tshirt!!

[@FlytPath]

It’s dropping on their website store in a couple weeks. But they have other cool stuff on there. www.mid90s.com

[@tc2103uc]

butteryyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy

[@jessejae5820]

For a minute, I though DJI made updtes to that drone to include remote ID......

[@pecosR0B]

When I saw the DJI email I thought wtf this is a Mini 2 lol Already have a mini 2, wondering if the next drone I get should be a mini 3 pro or mini 4 pro - not in the market right now though for a new drone so maybe a mini 5 will release by then - I've noticed the mini series is getting more and more expensive so it kinda makes sense for them to release this but it's still funny

[@FlytPath]

Trust me took me a second to realize what I had. 😂 but it does make sense to cater to all budgets while still providing 4k options.

[@WilliamDaugherty]

I also still have the Mini2 and agree the 4K wouldn't really be an upgrade. That said, I wanted to mention the upgrade you are considering. I had the Mini3Pro and replaced it with the Mini4Pro. There are features in the latter that mirror much of what I love about the Air3. Once you start using the RC2, Cruise Control, Waypoints, much longer flight times, and of course, Remote ID (Part 107 always) it's tough to not go for those valuable features in the mini platform also. I'm sure DJI wishes everyone felt the way I do, but I'm glad the 4K is available as I was having a hard time recommending the Mini2SE vs the Mini3 as an entry-level drone. Now the choice is obvious.

[@joshthompson4219]

still don’t know which one to spend my money on plz help good vid tho

[@sugarrfree]

Which one would u chose?

[@ERA_Productions]

Me still on my original DJI Mavic Mini

[@not_edwin1424]

I got a mini se do u think it's work uprgarding to the mini 4k?

[@tcgreen11]

NO. The ONLY difference is 4k vs 2.7k video…

[@alecsbuga]

I have a mini 2. It does 4k already. I’m confused

[@FlytPath]

Revived and lower price point now.

[@DRONEALD]

Its the same drone

[@jeromerobinson7064]

At least they could have gave it ocusync 4.

[@slavchez]

DJI Care Refresh is not an extended warranty, but more like an insurance. If you crash the drone, no matter who's fault is - they will replace it. This is not something , that can happen with the normal warranty.

[@WobblinGobblin]

This is a DJI Mini 2 for 100%. What's the difference between these 2 ones?

[@plasticdope]

No head light, and a bit more future proof with more update and remote ID. Oh and the MSRP is much cheaper too, if you don’t consider used market 😂

[@GluedBarstool]

@@plasticdopedownside is that it has RID. The mini 2 is better

[@plasticdope]

@@GluedBarstool it depends. If you use the original intelligent battery, the weight is still less than 250 grams and no need to apply for one in the US. I'm not sure about other countries though.

[@PANAMAPRIVATETOURS]

the mini 2 was unstable compared to the mini 3 , the mini 2 had smaller props so vertical stability meaning the drone would start going up and down a lot more on windy days and the gimbal sucked

[@CRIMSONTYPHOON_YT]

now why didnt they just release this as the mini 2 se, which should have been with 4k not 2.7k

[@phyju]

Get this for smoke and mirrors. They had a mini and a mini 2 with 4k (this one) a couple of years ago. They bring out the mini se without 4k but with the octasync, so basically a mini with better transmission and price hike but not as good as the mini 2 . DJI then shelved the 4k mini 2 version because it was better than the se and around the same price. Now they bring it back of the shelf. It's big business BS. 🫤 Funny how reviewers don't address this 🤑