Top 10 Problems with the DJI Mavic 2 Pro and Zoom

[@broms316]

My number 1 problem: A wife that said no it's too expensive.

[@HalfChrome]

That’s a problem

[@broms316]

@@HalfChrome I know :( it's grounds for divorce.

[@WayneEarls]

I dipped into my 401 to buy mine so I didn't use our pocket money, I didn't tell my wife how much it was till after I already had it.. She wasn't pleased at all. Almost caused a divorce, and I'm sure it will come up any time she gets mad. I passed my 107 and need a pro drone damnit!

[@Honeypot-x9s]

My Woman is okay with me spending money on stuff if it keeps me out of trouble specially if I can use it to make money. To a point if it is coming from our joint account or savings.. if it’s my own savings or account I can do whatever I want :D

[@jamesmalone261]

broms316 Clearly you have not been married long enough to know when to keep your mouth shut! !,, ,

[@thefilmpoets]

This reminds me of a saying, - "If someone tells you that their dog can sing, don't ask which song it knows" Its a camera flying in the sky that can control itself. I have few complaints and am amazed every flight!

[@HalfChrome]

It is a heck of a machine

[@HalfChrome]

Thanks. Check us out at halfchrome.com and DroneDJ.com

[@aj-qn7nm]

@Beautiful Greece I highly doubt you can make a camera drone that can ''control it self'' for 40 dollars.

[@viniciuscoxoba3842]

If it costs 1000+ dollars, the dog need to sing every song i like and play piano too.

[@pchitonu]

@@viniciuscoxoba3842 and bring a beer from time to time!

[@BigAlSpeaks]

The fit on the legs you guys call "a rub" is actually a firm fit to prevent legs from unintentionally unfolding. Thank you for 2.7 vs 11 comment - have not tested that yet so now I will know what to expect.

[@Wooden-things]

I would never want to do work for you two, you would never be satisfied with any thing. I bet you send your steak back 2-3 times, and don't tip your waitress.

[@HalfChrome]

I don’t think I’ve ever sent a steak back and actually I tip quite well. Waiting tables is a hard job. Anyway we aren’t hiring so your in luck.

[@isaaclanier1507]

Look I like your videos but you really need to be kinder to your subscribers. I’ve been reading your responses to your subs and your responses are childish, rude, petty, and immature. That’s no way to run a KZbin channel.

[@grxygxds]

@@HalfChrome you're*

[@HalfChrome]

Correct

[@peelthebananna9827]

Isaac Lanier ❄️❄️❄️❄️ if you don’t like it don’t wacht it

[@ejagger]

I upgraded from a Phantom 3 Advanced to a Mavic 2 Pro, and couldn't be happier. The Mavic is a joy to fly and film with, and with the Litchi app I can do all sorts of cool stuff with it. While you pointed out some gripes, none of the things you talk about out made me regret my purchase in the least. The only point you made that I can identify with as a gripe is the limited modes the side anti-collision sensors are used in, but I'm honestly still having too much fun with the thing to care. For those who might be interested, I picked up a "Beyondsky Upgraded Mavic 2 Shoulder Bag Carrying Case 4 Battery Storage Box for DJI Mavic 2 Zoom / 2 Pro" case on Amazon, and the Mavic 2 Pro fits it perfectly (without the gimbal guard, which I immediately tossed).

[@HalfChrome]

That’s is a serious upgrade. Enjoy it

[@zLukeePs3]

What does the Litchi App do?

[@HalfChrome]

It is a 3rd party app with some different flight modes.

[@KeystoneState]

I appreciate the review, but jeeesh. C'mon Divas. Take a pill

[@eznAnze]

This is probably the best video about mavic2 drones on youtube. Of course these are awesome drones, that's not the point. The point is how we could make these better! This video is like "free consulting", consulting is so valuable for a company, DJI should really see this. I understand some people can feel offended because have spent lots of money on this drone. I have spent that money too. But from a professional point of view, knowing the limitations of your tool is the key to good planning. You need to know how to overcome the limitations of your tools to provide the best service to you clients. So don't feel ashamed, our 2k drones have limitations. Learn the limitations and learn to deal with it! This is actually what this video is about. So stop saying the authors are "crying", they are simply not. These guys are just professionals.

[@HalfChrome]

Thanks

[@LukeMaximoBell1]

No camera lens is sharp at their tightest aperture. They are always sharpest somewhere in the middle. For the M2P it's about F4.

[@HalfChrome]

Of course. Just pointing it out.

[@witteveenjeroen]

Then it's not a problem.

[@HalfChrome]

Well, not sure about f/4 but f/5.6 is already getting soft. I think it’s misleading to put such a broad aperture range in there. They did well not to go lower than 2.8 in terms of other aberrations creeping in. With larger pixels f/11 would look fine, as it would on a 20MP full frame. When would you recommend using f/11 on the Mavic or P4?

[@witteveenjeroen]

@@HalfChrome I would recommend it if you'd want to have a sunburst effect. Filming into the sun with f11 is beautiful like that.

[@witteveenjeroen]

But indeed, the overall spectrum is on the (too) soft side.

[@ScottFirmstone]

Manual says to hold drone upside down to put gimbal protector on..just sayin'.

[@mightymouse279]

You’re right sir

[@pedrovision6987]

To the folks claiming these boys are TOO PICKY...buckle up buttercups, this is how continuing improvement works!! FEEDBACK, FEEDBACK, FEEDBACK...how is DJI supposed to meet real world requirements, if not for hearing what the expert users are saying??? Very good video, I agree with them, the Mavic 2 Zoom..."I LIKE IT A LOT!!"

[@HalfChrome]

Thanks. And they listened.

[@alexrothbard4324]

Speechless! Everything I’ve been trying to get you tubers to cover you guys covered it! I like how you said before everything that they are your favorite drones because I agree, they are fantastic. BUT, DJI needs to be called out on these quality control issues that can’t seem to improve over the years which is not fair to their loyal customers who have been spending thousands of dollars on their products for years. Couple things I will say. First, the rear gimbal roll motor actually gets scratched during flight by making contact with the plastic hooks on the gimbal bracket that secure the rubber dampeners. This shud have been picked up easily if they were to do proper testing and fixed simply by slightly moving that gimbal bracket or using different hook design with scratch resistant material(such as material used on the bottom of trick roller blades for grinding). Second, I got the pro and the zoom and got the fly more kit with both and it’s very weird but the bag I got with the pro version fit both my mavic 2’s just fine. However the bag I got with the zoom had the same issue where the drone simply did not fit without jamming it in the bag using way too much force. My conclusion is that all the bags they make are not exactly identical(very slight) but it’s already such a tight fit that even the slightest defect in the dimensions makes it not fit right so you may want to consider at least trying to return the bag for a new one because it may not seem like it but I think it’s actually manufacturer defect which again, should have been picked up with proper design and testing. I sent dji videos and pictures of the scratches on the rear gimbal and told them about the issue so at least they know about it. And the rear arms scraping didn’t bother me too much cuz I can just slightly push them away from the body when folding but the fact that they fold them before mass production and just say “oh well, good enough, too lazy to make design adjustments” really encapsulates the biggest problem with DJI, which is customer service and quality control which brings me to another point you made about the shipping. I too find it so rediculous that you can’t get their packages held or pre-signed because they don’t even consider how much of a pain it is to adjust your whole day around waiting for a package, especially when it’s a return product for something they didn’t do right, I agree it’s completely rediculous. Thank you for this video you guys, DJI needs to hear all this and hopefully they will realize a chain is only as strong as it’s weakest link, and their customer service and quality control is exactly that, a super weak link in their chain and it’s gone on for too long. It’s the small details that make all the difference.

[@HalfChrome]

Thanks. We want to be able to point out the good and the bad. Hopefully in the future they address some of these issues.

[@forceofone]

ridiculous*

[@KOOLBROTHA]

You guys cried so much in this video I had to start bailing water in my office 🙄

[@Vass881234]

moaning about a carrier - FFS! I got China to UK in 7 days - I'm not moaning - jeees!!!

[@Gadgets20]

Not to rag on you guys, but it did sound like a lot of whining. Like crying about the internal storage space when 4k recording is so big. Like you should be happy it's even there and that it can record in 4k. Maybe drop it down to 1080p if you're so concerned about space when you forgot your memory card lol.

[@Gadgets20]

@@HalfChrome Naw, I think you guys did. The internal memory wasn't meant to replace your memory card.

[@HalfChrome]

No doubt but at the cost to DJI 8 GB is stupid. They’ve already admitted as much and now include 24 on their enterprise Mavics.

[@adamjcohn]

@@HalfChrome That's not an admittance. On the enterprise Mavics, the damage that can be caused by forgetting your SD card is much greater for a search and rescue situation or if the SD card doesn't work or something. This was a click bait video and based on the likes/dislikes, I would take it down. You guys have some good vids, this ain't one.

[@themosthigh8464]

The lord is watching what you do with this technology. So have fun but becareful

[@johndoyle4723]

Very subjective and picky, it is a great product,I love the bag,keep it small, I never carry the charger in the bag. First adopters sort out the problems, and the next users get the benefits. First adopters love the challenge of breaking in a new design, and sort out the aftermarket for add ons, like gimbal protectors. Thanks for the video, I enjoyed it.

[@HalfChrome]

Agreed. Love the drone myself but it isn’t perfect.

[@redblackfoxy]

First adopter were at Mavic 1 Pro tho..This is their second improved mavic.

[@AndrewClelland]

@#9... I love the fly more bag - If you actually try (like I did), you can fit two batteries on their sides next to each other at the bottom of the storage compartment. Do this first, then put the drone in, the way you did. Then the controller, charging bank, charger and power all fit next to the controller, very neatly. Then my controller tablet holder fits in right outer pocket, spare blades in front with ND filter case and neck strap, and cables etc go inside top of lid. All closes and then I have everything for a job. Note, I did buy the rubber blade protectors for storing the drone without ever damaging them - they were cheap and very nice to use.

[@NeilImmortal]

I get the rubbing arms and the dumb gimbal cover but you guys should have known about Diffraction ;) which Is limited to about f5.6 on the 16mm sensor (or 1" type). The great thing about that camera is you can control the aperture.

[@DigVision]

One major point to add, when folded and props removed (or not), the motor shaft touches the ground and hold the entire weight of the drone as you lay it down and is prone to do damage

[@Bartleyblades]

Some things I agree with that they said. Some I could care less about. The gimbal cover on mine was dislodged when I opened the box and also scratches on the gimbal from it. You’d think with all the removable stickers dji put on the drone they would spend the extra $.02 for some protection on the most important part of the drone. Especially for the price we have to pay!

[@Juror_Number_Eight]

I agree with most of the points made in this video. I don't agree with some of my fellow viewers who see this as whining about a good product: we as consumers have every right to point out shortcomings of the products we buy with the hope that the manufacturers are paying attention. This goes for a $1000 drone as well as a $1 cat toy. The point of shipping via FedEx is lost on me for the simple reason that I would never order an expensive electronics device directly from an overseas company. The best point was more programmability of controller keys. I completely agree with the need to be able to turn on and off the obstacle avoidance with a button. Well done guys.

[@HalfChrome]

Thanks.

[@maciekphotos7692]

“I had to talk to my therapist about the delivery”. Oh my word! What are you, 12?

[@HalfChrome]

Did you not watch the video? Clearly I’m a grown man with a 5’Oclock shadow.

[@greysky65]

Today is April 27, 2020 and they had a firmware upgrade and now my 2 pro Works perfect. I love my Drone .... I fly every chance I get weather permitting. And I always file a flight plan to be safe. Keep up the good work

[@HalfChrome]

It is great drone and the firmware has improved it quite a bit.

[@greysky65]

Half Chrome , I believe I want to get a second one. I’m hooked on drones.

[@HalfChrome]

Then stay tuned to this channel...

[@peterskennerton5198]

I'd like to see the panning control added to the options for the custom controls. You can move the camera up and down butnot left / right. It can be done via the smartphone App so add it to the options please.

[@jamesjannell8706]

Bought mine up at Best Buy and was flying 1 hour later. Plus I guess if there was ever issue you could even return it. And I assume prices all the same. What a great upgrade from my phantom 2. Happy flying

[@HalfChrome]

Definitely an upgrade over the P2. That was my first DJI too

[@LockStoppageSandwich]

One last point............Peter McKinnon...............3.4M subscribers..............LOVES the Mavic 2 pro. Which kind of puts it into perspective !

[@petermilne9598]

All these negative comments towards your review is amazing - I am 60 - is this the norm for children today. Good review guys - better than 110% positive propaganda to just sell - sell - sell !!! As this was done 18 months ago - has then been updates that have rectified issues/minor flaws ??

[@HalfChrome]

Many of these things have been addressed and fixed via firmware. Thanks

[@EOtekk]

Actually you can pair the custom buttons to the obstacle avoidance because I literally have mine set to do that. Also, some of these complaints are incredibly stupid. The gimbal protector? Seriously? I genuinely believe somebody forced you to make this video and you had no material to come up with, so you complain about things that aren't even functionality based.

[@ivor1957]

Half Chrome....... trying to work out if your glass is half full or half empty ????

[@JO-ly3hi]

It was half empty...now it's full of tears.

[@olavogazzola2650]

Man come on, those DJI drones are amazing, It hurts me seeing all this complaints about it, they are amazing machines, what the hell else you want for that price?, a SpaceX rocket?...

[@HalfChrome]

A space rocket for $1500? You crazy

[@WDZaphod]

What I am missing: More options for the 5 way joystick. Left and Right for Aperture control, that's fine. But why I cannot configure exposure time for up and down? This would be just great, since I do 99% still images in manual mode. One stick would control all. Pleast fix that, DJI!

[@JasonEllingsworth]

It's almost a year later. How many of these issues have been fixed?

[@HalfChrome]

Made another video. Check it out. kzbin.info/www/bejne/kHO0mp2frcR4fLc

[@citabriaable]

The round plastic gimbal guard was just a terrible pain in the ass until I figured out how to do it...then it was easy-peezie. You can attach it with the gimbal in almost any orientation once you realize how they designed it, then it seems almost genius. You just hold it by the globe and see how the gimbal is situated, then orient the cover in the same orientation....and "jacks-a-doughnut" slide it over...twist if needed and lock her down.

[@jm-josematias1975]

Good Videos Guys. You should have mention the beeping noise when the battery is on low. There should be a shout off button to just temporary stop the noise at lest until 5Min. when it will worne you again. The noise is annoying and very aggravating! They need to update this beeping noise to customers preference to turn it off when ever they want. Hope they work something out with this. Good job guys.

[@calebbyers]

I put my 2 batteries in the front pocket of the flymore bag. Then I can fit more in the main bag. Also try buying on Amazon to get better shipping.

[@spo5egy]

FedEx lost a guy's done for two years. Apparently the cargo plane crashed and they got stuck on some remote island. But he got the delivery eventually.

[@HalfChrome]

Same thing happened with a volleyball I ordered.

[@HalfChrome]

Of course. 🤜

[@dizzyperon8532]

More like three years.

[@etcflyers3760]

Personally I normally turn off the sensors and the zoom almost forces auto exposure if you are doing zoom as the exposure changes dramatically. Other than that I love the MPz, the MA, Spark and my EVO. I tossed the gimbal guard and use a foam pad between the camera and body which works much better.

[@mitchaldrich1]

Fed-ex delivery problem - simple solution: On Fed-ex (UPS has this too) site, create a free Delivery Manager account and you get notified the instant a shipper creates a label to you. You can then tell them to hold at a facility of your choice, provide special instructions, get notified when there is a delay, etc. You are in complete control for all shipments to you.

[@filmakerferg]

Customized button for obstacle avoidance ON / OFF! please

[@SantiagoVelezRestrepo]

Fergus Clark i have obstacle avoidance on/off in my C2 button 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@roleplays04]

Yooo The one guy with black shirt looks like the guy from the show Cash Cab 🤣

[@Itsdarts]

Interesting that you mentioned FedEx. I ordered my M2P on Tuesday with scheduled next day delivery if I ordered within 2hrs and pay $12 xtra for shipping from Amazon. It’s my first ever drone, never even flew one before, so needless to say I was excited yesterday (Wednesday) and it’s even going to be delivered at work so I can show off. About 10am yesterday I get an email, sorry but we can’t meet overnight shipping and will refund your shipping fee and deliver Thursday, today. Great, two day shipping for free. NOT... get another email this morning saying it’s shipped and will be delivered Friday. Time will tell. Meanwhile, I’m watching lots of KZbin on my new drone that’s not here yet, which is nice.

[@jpdronography1]

I've had my zoom 18 months and am delighted. Yeah, I agree with some of your points, but the biggest to my mind is the con of 'Hasselblad' camera on the pro. Many reports say it's a SONY sensor. Hasselblad were a consultant to DJI, but they've not made the thing themselves. Should say SONY! Compared images with friends who have the pro, and we all agree the zoom produces better images, unless you're into processing RAW format. The zoom lenz is a real bonus (depending on what you're doing). More flexible and cheaper because you're not paying for that 'Hasselblad' badged name licence!!

[@adityadevraj1985]

I have Mavic 2Pro from 2 years and I have no complaints of any kind..Period..!!💐🙏

[@bradcollins5078]

If the mavic mini 2 had obstical avoidance & waterproof it would be the ultimate drone

[@HalfChrome]

Yes it would

[@monterutledge8317]

Could have cut this list in half if you guys weren't nit-picking. The other half of the list, legit. My biggest complaint is not being able to cache maps easily.

[@SinominStudios]

‘No shipping information’ ‘At 10:30 it was in a warehouse in Tennessee’ that sounds like at least SUM info🙄

[@encoder10101]

Bag designed only for flying. For two batteries, remote and drone. Not for chagers or something else. You should leave car charger in car and usually charger at home. And put drone first, then others. When ready to fly pull drone last.

[@mattesb4281]

Of course it is. You can put the whole fly more combo plus an iPad mini into it. If you know how....

[@encoder10101]

@@mattesb4281 haha)

[@mattesb4281]

@@encoder10101 why are you laughing? Of course that suits. Unless you are too stupid for this bag...

[@encoder10101]

​@@mattesb4281 Can you make a video, how to ?

[@reconforsales7708]

These are not really problems guys, nothing in life is perfect!

[@HalfChrome]

Nope agreed bit people want to know why these drones aren’t perfect too

[@SterlingSanders]

FYI 10 bit color is not a software issue, it’s a hardware issue. The sensor in the zoom can’t resolve 10b color, and doesn’t have the processing power to do it anyway. If it were a software issue, there would be camera hacks for every popular mirrorless to get 4K 60 10bit 422 out of everything. It’s hardware processing, encoding, and sensor capability. Different sensor, different hardware, different capabilities. Would love an interchangeable zoom lens on the pro though!

[@ywind6]

You guys should know about Interference effect. This happens on every lens not only Mavic pro.

[@Life_a_bike]

When a Mavic Air Zoom is available I will sell my Air. For me it's the perfect portable drone for the moment. Mavic 2 is great but I like them smaller 😉

[@mikepearson3130]

I am 80 years old I like taking photos and the idea of a drone being able to go where I cannot walk any longer my walking is okay but I can't go out in the bush and I live in the mountains so I have a lot of bush I would like to take photos and add to my computer the best camera on board

[@mikepearson3130]

I've made a decision after a few days of looking at all the different pieces of equipment I am going with a platinum 4 Pro I think that has the best camera and will service Mountain that I would like to take pictures of and that's what I do a lot of I have a Canon 5D and I think some of these cameras will do as well I hope because it can go where I am not able to I stay on the road it may be dirt but I'll stay on it I hope all of you find what you're looking for God bless happy Landing

[@petaisajoke]

Phantom 4 pro you mean

[@Guide504]

@@mikepearson3130 yep mike get the phantom 4 pro v2 hands down best image until you spend alot more money to go bigger and more complex. I am flying a 5D and sony a7r2 and 3 and while the shots with the sony imparticular are stellar it is the biggest ball ache with the big rig. I also use the phantom 4 pro 2 and the anafi for close survey work.

[@davecorbuse7140]

Here are some techniques you can use *DroneUsers. club*

[@localunion8701]

The only one i have problem with any DJI drones is i can't afford them😞

[@izoyt]

m2p have distortion , but it's in h.265 profile etc, where it's not corrected. and in photos, too.

[@witteveenjeroen]

About the bag: read the manual. You can store two batteries under the flap. Once you know it, the rest is no Tetris anymore.

[@HalfChrome]

Yes, you can. It depends on what you want to bring with. It’s still too small for my liking.

[@mattesb4281]

@@HalfChrome I think the bag is perfect. You can put the complete fly more combo plus an iPad mini into it. Why should I buy a small, foldable copter and then use a case nearly as big as the case for a phantom?

[@zLukeePs3]

@@HalfChrome The bag is perfect for the items its designed for. Thats like buying a Porsche 911 and then complaining that you cant put a sofa in it.

[@LockStoppageSandwich]

Half Chrome sooooo buy a bigger bag. One of the key selling point of the Mavic is to be a small form factor for PORTABILITY.

[@bradwilson9345]

Completely agree on the delivery issues with FEDEX - absolutely horrendous settings for delivery and no flexibility. Every shipment from DJI = same thing. Trying to chase the package for days.

[@CJBricker]

I ordered mine 2-14-18 in the morning, and it "shipped" today. I e-mailed them because there's no tracking #, and they told me it's not shipped yet lol. If I didn't get a student discount with DJI, I would have bought from B&H Photo! DJI's order fulfillment service is a joke

[@Michael28407]

"Talked to your therapist because of the delivery," I wont be subscribing, no thank you.

[@HalfChrome]

It’s called hyperbole.

[@tedtenpadrones1831]

Hey Everybody, does anybody else have the problem with the dolly zoom, at the 6 second mark it jumps a bit. Mine does it every time. and i just notices it on the first dolly zoom video on here. Its like it has a snag right at 6 second. Anybody else have this problem. Thanks.

[@BiggerBadderBrian]

Oh god yes, the gimbal guard on the Zoom is a WTF (!!!!!) moment every time I attempt to put it on. It's a little easier on the Pro 2 but still bad. Definitely agree with the sensors bit too. I thought it was just me. And the rear arms grinding against the body. I purchased the Zoom and pro 2 from a trusted secondhand local seller hence the reason I'm late to the party 😁. Very happy with them nonetheless.

[@HalfChrome]

Great to hear.

[@donwetherell8738]

The flymore bag is too small, too tight and I was worried I'd damage my mavic, squeezing it in. The easiest way to get it out without snagging it up is take everything out before taking the drone out.

[@VistarCreative]

I can't believe you wasted our time complaining about your shipping...

[@HalfChrome]

Yes. We did. Experience it.

[@morrisbennis651]

Haha the gimbal guard is quite easy to attach actually

[@billn911]

The square micro USB port on the controller!

[@algebruh_m8652]

Yeah, I don't know how to feel about DJI's delivery. Granted, THIS SITUATION was my fault but around 4 am, the day my Zoom was to be delivered, it said it somehow went back to Tennesee when a couple of hours ago I saw it about 2 hours from my location. At this time I was hopeless and impatient as it has been a week since I've placed my order. I canceled it through FedEx only to find out about 3 hours later that it was in a facility 5 minutes away from me. At this point, it was too late... They had processed the return and even though I could pull some heist and get it from that facility, I had no hope. So that same day we went to Best buy and had to pick the Mavic 2 Pro instead. I think I prefer it over the zoom.

[@patrickd.garvey2724]

My new pro 2 came with the wrong size controller cable charger. DJI will not send me the correct size and they do not know the item number . I also do not see it in their store! Help..

[@Hidden_Destinations]

Great videos guys. I have multiple DJI drones, and most of them are better then the Pro 2. It's amazing how many Pro 2 owners are trying to justify their purchase. Buyers remorse big-time. PS, you forgot to mention it does not have precision landing.

[@christian79s4]

I dont feel like the legs are scratching when it folds, just a snug fit. for me it seems intentional.

[@HalfChrome]

I’m not sure why they would want them to stop. Maybe it is. Seems like an odd intentional choice to me

[@maxv77]

I want mine to get the kids from school and then make my dinner. But i dont think dji will ad that option on anytime soon :)

[@letsrollout7307]

Mavic 2 has a black screen issue. No one knows how to fix it. Can someone also show us how to reset the Mavic 2 to factory setting.

[@rezahar]

Hi! I also have prblems: 1- they could at least put digital zoom on the mavic 2 pro. I am totally disappoited that when I want to something from nearer, I have to fly nearer to it. 2- my 3 batteries got swollen. They got very hot, inflated, and finally got cracks on them just to the right and left of the button. I had it checked, the quad was ok, the batteries still are ok and not worn out, but they are all swollen & cracked. The more I use them the more swollen they become. I am afraid that they may break down or explode, so I had to buy new ones. They told me it is because of the hot weather this summer, but as the leaflet said, I flew it in under 40 degrees Celsius. It uses a lot of battery, yes, but they should have taken a heat sink or something to help it not get hot to the point that they inflate. I am in Iran & we have no dji here. So there is no warranty neither any care program. We have to buy new batteries ! Mavic pro worked much better, had no problem with the batteries after 70 charge times. 3- the front motors get much hotter than the back ones. Much much more. I don't know why. Even in flying forth, all the 4 motors are working. It must be something with the design. I only bout it for the omnidirectional sensing which doesn't work in all modes. I am sorry why I bought it. I just fly for hobby and this battery problem disappointed me. I know many people had the same issue worldwide. In Thailand, dji changed the batteries for one I was in touch with. And many people had swollen batteries. If you like, you can see the batteries in my videos.

[@bretwhitneyproductions1600]

#12 is probably the single most important "gripe" concerning the Zoom: change of exposure during zoom. You tell us to be aware of it, watch for it, but you are essentially all 'gripe", nothing about what to do about it.

[@MrSandyballs1112]

My FedEx delivery experience was perfect but I live in a major metropolitan area. From Hong Kong to ATL in 2 business days (Friday to Monday).

[@SEPK09]

Thing is if you own several dozen drones then it's like complaining about a late train that you catch every day, if your looking to buy your first or even second drone, it does not give a great impression.:/

[@PrimiusLovin]

4:39 I'm all in for swappable cameras on drones: traditional cameras, cameras with different lens types, 360° cameras, infrared cameras, night vision cameras, photogrammetry cameras etc... make it happen!...

[@HalfChrome]

Heck yeah!

[@michaelb1478]

They make that. It’s called the inspire. All u need is a truck full of money.

[@adamjcohn]

It's happened. It's called the Inspire 2. It's amazing how spoiled we are. Not 10 years ago we had to rent a helicopter and a good camera for a decent shot that these give. Now we want awesome cameras that fly 7 miles and have interchangeable lenses. The Inspire 2, or even the 1 with the 5S is simply way cheaper than a Red for $50k. For the price of a high price DSLR, you can have a flying machine that has a stabilizer and interchangeable lenses and stops, yet you want it at this price point. Move up to pro drones if you want pro drones. If you want prosumer/consumer drones, you're at the right price point and should be singing the praises of what you get for the money.

[@Adi-S]

It would be interesting if now (1 year later) any of the flaws have been addressed by DJI. Great Video!

[@thereallos008]

Idk if you guys have ran into this problem but my drone is having connectivity problems with the controller and it wont let me fly

[@nikostraveller3050]

Hi guys i have the mavic 2 pro about a week now. My camera is very shaking and i have gimbal overload from the first flights And in the middle of the screen there are some stretches of the video. Please help me

[@HalfChrome]

I would contact DJI support

[@nikostraveller3050]

@@HalfChrome I will do this but I was disappointed from the first week

[@NakeanWickliff]

Subbed! Thanks for this video. Part of me didn't want to click on (since I already purchased the zoom) but that's kind of like not going to the doctor because you don't want to hear why you're sick. All in all I think we all agree that these products are pretty amazing, but every product has some short comings. Thanks for presenting many of them.

[@mexicant72]

Would like to see the right roller do pan and have an option to use the roller as an attitude adjustment. Roll to gain attitude when rotating and centering an object would be super helpful it's difficult to do and keep steady. When centering and rotating and climbing.

[@joeybarua]

you can have fedex hold it for you in a nearby location...

[@brookienwo847]

There isnt 1 problem with it it flys beautify I had it 6 month now and its perfect 👍

[@HalfChrome]

It does fly great.

[@icedhb7166]

Great info gents id like to add 2 more problems you neglected to mention 11: Barrel Distortion on the Pro will not be and cannot be fixed via a firmware fix from DJI. DJI knew this but decided not to inform the public. 12: 1 Inch sensor is not actually using the full 1 inch sensor which means your not getting what you purchased. There is a major overheating issue with the sensor, DJI knew about this aslo prior to release also. fingers crossed the pro 3 will try to minimise the amount it rips off unsuspecting consumers it future releases.

[@HalfChrome]

We are investigating this.

[@CorySimpson]

Barrel distortion is only in the HLG and d-log modes which are pro grading modes that are designed to be corrected later. It takes all of a few seconds to fix the distortion in premiere

[@HalfChrome]

Yes. That is what we have seen

[@larrym55]

UPS is definitely better than FedX, they are more carefull with your boxes from what I have had delivered.

[@denvera1g1]

This is entirely dependant on the handling and delivery personel, i had a dirver literally sit on boxes to get to my box(i have it on security video) something similar from UPS

[@vigor3d]

Hi Guys, On the phantom 3 we had the ability to use the ev scroll wheel as a button to switch to shutter speed but we have lost that now and I cannot re assign this option to aC1 or C2 also I cannot find a way to turn off the top avoidance sensor so every time I fly under something low it tries to land. Slao why does the video settings change after you set them in manual then change the flight mode to hyper lapse the shutter and ev etc. change so you have to reset them again before hitting the ok button to start your hyper lapse, very easy to miss and screws up your video as its now over exposed.

[@HalfChrome]

All good points

[@2147jarhead]

Totally agree with FedEx delivery option, said they attempted delivery 3 times, not on camera, finally had to drive to ground warehouse to pick up. Good review, not to worried about the Pro stuff, own the zoom. Thanks

[@sideways3929]

The delivery person probable didnt want to leave it on your door step, some times they do this to protect your packages from porch pirates...

[@2147jarhead]

@@sideways3929 not too worried about porch pirates with a 300 ft driveway, just think FedEx sucks

[@r3dbullxxx]

FYI: I watch you mostly because that one guy totally reminds me of Mark Ruffalo....even his voice. lol. I keep waiting for the eyes to glow and Hulk to come ripping out. Great Vids. GJ!

[@HalfChrome]

That only happens when he gets angry.

[@zach6587]

Mark Ruffalo? You blind woman! He looks like slumdog.

[@bobmcgee7805]

the gimbal is easy to attach..Hold the Mavic vertical its easy to align..I went thru all this myself .Virtical is the best way..

[@LockStoppageSandwich]

Agree..............quite simple too

[@icesystem7]

3:10 DJI ...hold my beer

[@miklekk]

Nice video guys, thanks for the useful information. Subscribed.

[@stephenashe2160]

Enjoyed the review guys, good video. I just bought my first ever drone yesterday mav 2 pro. Good to see what the pros are picking up on. I’m having so much fun with this drone. I think it’s the best money iv ever spent. Will sub and keep up with your videos. Thanks

[@HalfChrome]

Thanks Stephen😉

[@skik210]

man you two are super nit picky.

[@HalfChrome]

Yes

[@ShineBrightStudioPhotography]

My problem with the zoom is the update if u own a android phone u cant update the drone its been 5 weeks i still cant update

[@HalfChrome]

Really? I knew iOS was more compatible but that is ridiculous.

[@nqttui]

Flip the drone first and then put the guard on. It is easier that way.

[@MrEye4get]

Maybe you want a drone that flies itself via a mind link? Where can I buy 64GB memory for 4 cents please? The carrying case works, period. Whaaaaww!

[@HalfChrome]

Mind link would be pretty cool. You should build that drone.

[@TobiasDeRyck]

Why all this negativity..? If you guys are already criticising such a good product, what do you do in normal life..? :o It's okey to have your own opinion but this is just sad, sorry.

[@HalfChrome]

Don’t get me wrong. I love the Mavic 2. Just pointing out things that could be better

[@RICKHALBUR]

Great video guys thaks so much and your right on point. FYI I got the GPC case for the Mavic 2 Pro last week and it is great

[@HalfChrome]

Thanks

[@haleiwahi27]

I'm glad I purchased my Mavic 2 pro before I heard this video or I might not have gotten it. I love it and wouldn't change it for any other. I think you guys are a bit too critical on points that don't make a hill of beans to most droners. Maybe I'm wrong, but personally, I purchased mine to have fun and take some cool posts of our amazing shorelines. And Mavic 2 pro does just that. I couldn't be more impressed.

[@HalfChrome]

The Mavic 2 is awesome. We aren’t saying that it isn’t.

[@haleiwahi27]

@@HalfChrome It just sounded to me like you were overly critical on matters that didn't mean much. And now that I own one, these "fine points" really don't mean much. But thanks for your review.

[@ernieschatz3783]

Mavic 2 newbee here. I get a sensor error with full right stick forward in both P and S mode. The warning also says "return control stick to center." I thought 'S' mode would disable the sensors, but apparently not. Is there any way around that other than digging into the menu inflight? This is not altitude dependent as it happens at 200' as well as near the ground.

[@simonblackburn6748]

Good stuff, guys! Very interesting. Had me thinking (non-owner looking to buy).

[@HalfChrome]

Glad to help

[@angelakparkinson1809]

Why wouldn't there be a difference, was that a still shot or a moving shot, where you show the sample. As the sharper one is set at 2.8 on 1/50th and the F11 is on a 1/4 of a second. So that's not a fair comparison.

[@MrMosinNagant1937]

Regarding the shipping its not thier fault, and your experience isnt everyones experience

[@HalfChrome]

It is consistently poor and could be improved.

[@MrMosinNagant1937]

Half Chrome has been poor in my experience, that said fed ex service varies depending where you live, ive lived all over the country and the experience has been poor in some ares and excellent in others.

[@HalfChrome]

Yes. I get that but the lack of options is poor.

[@joshuaprofitt]

has anyone had the error 200 problem with the mavic? i just came back from holiday and ive never crashed the drone but for some reason it says gimbal dissconected and it wont show any image from the camera?