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

[@noahnichols871]

This was one of the best comparison vids I’ve ever witnessed. Truly enjoyed!

[@FlytPath]

@@noahnichols871 thanks

[@O8WRx]

For those looking into drones, knowing how to use: Flying techniques (patterns, approach, etc), adjust proper settings for your filming area (iso, MP, etc), post production, among other things will help you a TON. It's the same concept as an experienced photographer can take amazing photos with a simple camera due to experience and knowledge. I learned on my mini 3, and when I found it's limits and started using it everyday, I upgraded to the mini 4 pro. If you don't have the budget though, don't worry, learn how to use the ones from the video. You will still have awesome shots and a lot of fun. Happy flying!

[@FlytPath]

@@O8WRx 👆👍

[@CJGFilm101]

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

[@BrwnBrwnBrwn]

Same lmaooo

[@SuperMorHen]

Man, I slowed the video down just to make sure this ain’t cgi or something! How’d you pull it off? Did you mark your hand placement?

[@247SH]

Great comparison, thanks. I’ve had the Mini 2 almost 4 years. It’s brilliant and repairable (just replaced an arm and recalibrated the gimbal after bouncing off my amateur radio antenna😊 I have just bought the Mini 3 and loving it too. The RC controller with the built in screen makes setting up a breeze.

[@daviewavie112]

If you were to pick between the 4k and 3 fly more kits which would you pick? They only have fly more kits with the 4k and rc-n1 and mini 3 with rc (with the built in screen). $449 vs $719

[@JasonDrums24]

@@daviewavie112 I just got the Mini 4k fly more package for $210 on sale. feel like i made out like a bandit lol

[@savoryexposure]

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

[@chrisv.hayton4781]

Costco has MINI 3 for $299 right now making it the same price as MINI 4K so I appreciate this video. Going with the 3.

[@redskeleton6020]

Had a mini 3 for almost 2 years. Recently crashed it in river. 3.5 foot of water for 4 1/2 minutes. Dried Everthing out. It's not perfect. Battery that was in it is dead remote takes a minute to turn on. But she Flys!!!

[@redskeleton6020]

4 pro is otw

[@helix4912]

Which Costco?

[@redskeleton6020]

@chrisv.hayton4781 I saw a dji min se in Walmart clearance bin for 198.00 with remote and I didn't have the money to snatch it. Brand new in sealed box!

[@maaf90]

​@@helix4912it was online it says out of stock now though

[@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.

[@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!

[@暮光之南-魔星6K版]

Brought my memory back... Spark and DJI Air 1 were both ... terrible. They later steered away from that design and focused on larger expanded size and propeller diameter, which helps a lot for efficiency.

[@Ben-rz9cf]

15 minutes on my first mavic air 😂 and it was like 1200$. This is a 3rd the price the footage is better and it flies over 3x as long. Holy crap how far the tech has come

[@crauzcraun774]

@@Ben-rz9cf true

[@scottbuckley6578]

The guy at best buy asked if ive used a drone before i said no never and hes like your gonna want to start put with the mini4k and its awesome

[@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 🥳

[@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

[@triciaedsel]

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

[@shinezstory]

love your work all the way from Trinidad and tobago

[@memjarias2]

Absolutely one of the best detailed reviews and comparison videos I’ve ever seen . great job man.😎You definitely just got a subscriber.

[@FlytPath]

@@memjarias2 appreciate that

[@UKDroneClub]

Another great review, thanks Aldryn 😃

[@slip0n0fall]

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

[@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 ?

[@Darsax_x]

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...?

[@jameswo]

Tks

[@basretie5179]

I do not like the remote with screen build in because it makes streaming to youtube or FB much more difficult. The remote with screen doesnt have a simcard slot and had to be connected trough the hotspot of your phone... also giving wifi interference to the controller/drone connection, while connected directly to a phone in airplanemode doesnt give that interference. The hotspot on a phone gives a speed of 5 - 9mb/s while a direct 5G connection can give 20 to 150mb/s. On the opther side the build in screen is alot brighter then a tablet or phone screen and alowes you to see alot more when your outside on a sunny day. But with a good tablet/phone you can come very close to the brightness of the buildin screen. Thanks for the review, i enjoyed it alot :)

[@kevhofland3962]

Im hesitating between a remote with screen or a full combo with battery, so dji mini 3 or a full combo 4k. Your comment is interesting

[@rendericeib4513]

Best review of the mini 4k , thanks man

[@greenhillscustomlawncarell1139]

It’s a great drone if you like to fly for fun. It’s all you need.

[@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

[@ParodyGuy2025]

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.

[@LockDOTspot]

​@@LifeIsBetterOutsideI did the same to my 70$ drone, and my family won't let me hear the end of it.

[@zhehao5847]

Insane transition 🔥🔥 9:11

[@ferryfabi]

9:14 u mean

[@rsdeb2006]

Superb , excellent video.. Thank you so much. I purchase mini4K after watching your perfect comparison video..

[@C.JPhotography]

I have the mini 4k. Its epic for the Price. Also great review

[@RonaldBrown59]

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

[@dustindaamen6251]

Thank you so much for doing this comparison, it helped me decide for the mini 3 fly more combo with a smart controller. Great review! 🎉

[@TheNarrowGate_Lwazi]

This is an excellent video , informative , detailed , easy to understand and a great production ! Thank you this helped a lot

[@Jdman9477]

Just the review I was looking for. ❤

[@JohnPaulMusicUK]

FYI - just had an email this morning from DJI that the Mini 4K is on their direct website for just £269 GBP and Fly more is £399 GBP in UK

[@Flaviorei]

So You recomand mini3 over the mini4k?

[@Dannyjeon1]

Always the best comparison video thank you!❤

[@onaboat2015]

Great Video Thanks.. I might have missed it however am I correct in assuming the 3 has vertical camera capabilities? I never follow anyone, however I clicked follow as a thank you for answering that question

[@ZefiMylynMark.]

They are so many people here asking this and that and all is explained in the video you must just listen and watch the whole video all the answers to your question is in the video .

[@jerrychisholm8565]

Thank u great review , I was going after the 4k but end up with the mini 3 fly combo

[@FlytPath]

Nice choice!

[@leighbutler8885]

Great video. You must live near Del Mar. Love the racetrack shots.

[@saineeraj3761]

My reason to go with mini 2 is its supported by litchi, i like how capable it is for a lesser price.

[@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!

[@OriginalSniperLol]

def might buy this drone. I had the DJI Mini SE but I sold it a year ago and I regret it. This is actually so cool for $299

[@OriginalSniperLol]

just ordered it 😊

[@qairolazeem412]

​@@OriginalSniperLol how's your experience?

[@EricGrubbs-gl9ol]

Ok so what would be a good drone for starting out, for both fun and pictures, but mainly just flying fun, and pictures on the side

[@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.

[@skatedude22]

Do they both collapse / fold into itself for easy transport?

[@MauroC74]

thank you so much, THIS was the exact comparison I was looking for because I am still undecided (first drone)... unfortunately I was also interested in low light and night shootings to see how big was the difference between the two sensors

[@kleitosaliagas5668]

Not an expert, but the 3 has a much bigger sensor which will let in more light, so will definitely be better at night.

[@MauroC74]

@@kleitosaliagas5668 true, that's why I decided to buy the mini 3 and I'm happy with my new drone :)

[@oxnardadrianlopez6684]

Awesome information. I wish I purchased the mini 3 now.

[@DRLEEPARK]

i am buying my first drone, between mini 4k and mini 3 which one should i go?? thanks

[@ultraininja]

Mini 3 is better drone all around

[@DRLEEPARK]

@@ultraininja yeap i got mini 3 few weeks ago. Thanks for reply mate.

[@danialhafiz9288]

​@@DRLEEPARKbut mini 3 just get 1bttry, it is worth it?..im still thinking which one btter to get my first drone..

[@SanDiegoUteFan]

Hello fellow San Diegan. I picked up the mini 4k for FREE. Yes zero. On Amazon Prime Day they had it for $239, and upon login I was offered a $250 gift card for getting the Amazon AmEx credit card. I used the gift card immediately and had a free drone on my doorstep the next day. This is my first drone ever, and I’m blown away how intuitive and satisfying it is. ❤

[@juanmanuelrojas8357]

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

[@ultraininja]

There is no comparison as the 4k doesn't even compare to the 3 pro

[@ultraininja]

The 4k is a mini 2 with a different name on the body where's the 4 pro has way more advanced features

[@UnhoeRollon]

Can I use the DJI Mini 4K with a Remote Control with screen?

[@Mr_GiLL83]

No

[@EUCXR]

Great breakdown. Thank you so much

[@zzzzzzz1zzzzzzzzzz1z]

very helpful, i am new to drones, just need one for a vacation. thanks!

[@baths4cars]

gotta get one now 🏃🏃🏃

[@daniel.d2150]

I bought this drone thinking I bought the mini 2. Is it all the same parts like props ect,and does it have the same capabilities. You channel has been a great help as I had watched all vids on the mini2 and was lost to what I bought. Thank you.

[@RollingExistence]

Great review

[@andre1987eph]

I have Mini 2 its awesome!

[@mrmurder75]

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

[@jtpeck500]

Does the specta mini have the same specs as the mini 4k? Just ordered the specta mini as my first drone. Wanna make sure I picked a decent starter

[@anjanurang2003]

Altitude & Range test video

[@pksteffen]

Loved my mini 2 so this is a good bump up. Definitely prefer the controller with screen though. Super solid entry point.

[@bacsterbacx4110]

Wow vry informative. Seems like the mini 3 is still a good choice dspyt it going 3yrs old from release date, unless the mini 4k is sold way low. I'm not in the US tho.

[@blueflame2532]

What does Wi-Fi transfer mean?

[@ryro000]

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

[@LenMiDrones_photography]

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_photography]

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

[@heinerlange443]

Just bought one at Best buy. I missed the sale going on last week but I am happy with the 300$ for my first drone. Sticker inside the battery compartment says DJI mini 2 se. They definitely just slapped a new camera in the mini 2 body to delete remaining mini 2 bodies. Will buy a 4 in the fall.

[@reynaldobugarin3539]

Great review. Not sure if you meant it, but the “two in the hub one in the drone” comment….lost it 😂

[@thomasz4981]

What will happen if there are 2 people flying the same drone within range of each other? Are they on the same frequency?

[@TeamTidewaterFishing]

You sir are the man

[@KANPURRIDER]

Thank you ❤

[@AjaySingh-228]

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

[@volkeraIbrecht3915]

"Sir", bro is still occupied by the english!

[@AjaySingh-228]

@@volkeraIbrecht3915 what does it mean? I am confused

[@ultraininja]

This is not a dji mini 4 as there is only one model in the 4 line and that's the 4 pro,the "4k" in the name is stand in for the image quality and not model as it's not a real mini 4 but a mini 2

[@nmarcano3]

Definitely could've touched on third party software that makes all features available to all drones basically

[@bodkinsbestphotography]

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

[@OriginalSniperLol]

Great work!!

[@everettfeldman8164]

I just got the 4k on amazon for 70$ on sale!

[@ScuffyScruffy]

can i shoot video like straight under the drone?

[@joyindeeamornchai754]

How to turn 4k HDR on on the Mini 3?

[@ayedunjossyoladipupo1235]

Excellent video. Thanks a lot.

[@bobybratu1987]

Does the mini 4k not perform well at night (really low light)?, tried mine tonight, drifts on the side and seems unstable 👀

[@FlytPath]

Low light will always be a challenge with these smaller sensores camera

[@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?

[@Golf05]

Did anybody reply? It's all about the gimble - it's designed to stabilize the movement and provide smooth video. Amazing piece of tech.

[@DaCleva1]

I’ll probably get the mini 4K but It kind of sucks they both don’t have the Follow me functions; I ordered the mini neo too just because it had that capability

[@whoizits]

I purchased a mini 4k drone as a replacement for my mini 2 that was lost in flight, and I noticed a big drop in picture quality and overall performance and after further research I found that the mini 4k drone does not have O2 technology that explains why my mini 2 remote control doesn't work with it. The remote looks the same but feels different and the weight is different. I wish I could find an honest video on this matter!

[@FlytPath]

On the Dji website it says the mini 4k is DJI O2 10km

[@whoizits]

@@FlytPath It doesn't state that on the packaging and I notice a drop in quality. The fact that it's not compatible with my Mini 2 controller has me concerned. Have you noticed the difference in quality in comparison to the mini 2?

[@MMgamz]

@@whoizitswhat are you on about I’m pretty sure it has dji o2. The mini 2 se had it and the mini 4k is a better version of that

[@whoizits]

@@MMgamz I had a mini 2 and the mini 4k is not the same, it is a lower quality in every way. The mini 2 remote is not compatible with it and it feels different and weighed less.

[@christiansandoval5507]

Do the mini 2 and 4k sare batteries

[@Xenoose7041]

Can you compare all Mini drone not mini3/4

[@kleitosaliagas5668]

Does no wi-fi connection to the phone mean that pictures will not go straight to the phone?

[@SikeishaGaming]

Why mini 4k video vs mini 3, like dji neo vs mini 4k, i watch mini 4k in another video has a great video than here, is that the setting or what happen?

[@DanielM1224]

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

[@jasonshaeffer]

Great video thank you!

[@eddiev_fit]

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

[@NanceLvr]

Micro sd requited

[@glenesis]

I love my Mini 2. I just bought a third one of em. I have gotten a mini 4K except it won't zoom in.

[@MMgamz]

This sounds concerning, you mean you cannot zoom the camera in?

[@glenesis]

@@MMgamz Yup. Mini 2 has digital camera zoom but I have read that Mini 4k does not - so I bought a Mini 2. Otherwise this drone is a Mini 2 built in the body of a Mini 2se.

[@MMgamz]

@@glenesis I see, thank you for providing some help!

[@Peopleater1987]

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

[@ultraininja]

​@@millsathnlol😂

[@myagenthouston]

Can the 4K transfer videos to iphone?

[@SoCleanVisuals]

How small of a fee to replace?

[@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. 😆

[@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?

[@scole901]

is it compatible with the original dji fpv drone goggles and controller?

[@beginnersloveai]

Hello @FlyPath, can I build a custom application for my DJI mini 4k?

[@jerrychisholm8565]

excellent thank u

[@gambo47]

Do they have remote ID built in? I think this was going to be adopted by DJI at some time

[@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

[@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.

[@MauroC74]

yeah I don't like this marketing thing, when you cannot reuse the same equipment on different drones of the same brand... that's why I am not entirely sure in spending money on the DJI RC instead of buying the cheaper DJI RC-N1

[@xYyckx]

So the DJI Mini 3 4K is an upgraded version of the DJI Mini 4K ? I’m curious about the reason as to why they place the screen at the bottom of the controller, since that’s where the hands are going to be, to fly the equipment ….

[@r.mshadow9713]

Will this still work when i go camping and theres no service in the mountains?