Mavic Mini vs. Mini 2 - What Did DJI Change?

[@4ndy123]

Yes. Finally someone I don't need to play at 1.25x

[@tesorodoberman]

that was the first thing i noticed too, he knows to keep the video short and talk fast af 🤣

[@CreditOneSux]

Not fast enough for me lol! I need KZbin to release 3x video speed.

[@Ailunzza]

He probably sped it up in post. xD

[@sankarbharadwaj2729]

Same here 😀

[@mikko_musik]

@@Ailunzza For Sure. Or he drank 10 coffees immediately before shooting 😄

[@Kojandoh]

Who else doesn't have one but still watching.

[@GetOffMyVerga]

Af

[@nolangaul2357]

I’m looking to buy one

[@olatise]

Fr 😂

[@BrandonTTP]

frrrrrr aye do u know sum ways to make money

[@Kojandoh]

@@BrandonTTP easiest way is get a job😂😂

[@osmondpena5131]

I'm going to get the Mini 2 because I can't afford the Air 2 and the doctors would no longer take my second kidney.

[@notgunnahaveit6132]

air 2 youll need a faa licnese the mini you wont

[@patrickcooperstockfootage1185]

@@notgunnahaveit6132 That depends on what country they live in. Different countries have different regulations.

[@notgunnahaveit6132]

@@patrickcooperstockfootage1185 yea but they did this to make you wanna buy a mini 2 the mini 2 was in the works along side the mini 1.. they havent been working on this drone a few months after.. what they did was said how can we get more money and screw over the customer lets offer another drone with the same stuff on it just give them a remote and put a number 2 on it and a 4k on the camera that oviously has the sensor capable of actually shooting 4k and occusyn built in but disabled... folks weve been duped this is how dji operates.. they did it with the naza controlers way back when they messed up on the firmware said hey we fixed it but you have to buy this new one at 100 more... when a hacker came around found out they just changed the code and he gave the code for free... then comes the phantom line the only line worthy of 4 k and worthy of occusyne and true diversity antennas etc.. then thewy said oh no one can afford them we need more profittttttttttttts morereee profits so they made the spark it sucked range suffered they called it enhanced wifi lol nothing enhanced just a name the transmitters got hot the drone got hot why 1 watt of power the transmitter put out almost 1 wqatt on the drone why they knew when they made it it would suck how do you compinsate you increase dbi and watts or just watts.. then came the air.. it sucked same bs then the air 2 better finally...alittle better fss hopping... then came the mavic pro.. etc now with the mini.. folks the only line to use true good high quality 4k sensors was the phantom 3 pro and 4 models they used good chips actual hardwear for the diversity and fss hopping after phantom they said fuck it lets use a off the shelf wifi chip and just add code... btw my spektrum dx8 uses fss hopping its from 2012 and and get this it didnt have it before they just added code to the arm processor or arduinno chip[ to say hay do this and voila ... so this new mini all they did was take a mini off the shelf stick stickers on it grab a transmitter put in some code and some bs lines its better it goes 10k psst it dont... i saw 3 miles max... first to have any good system you need to hope freq you need diversity antennas.. the video must be on 2 channels and be rock solid yopu must have antennas on the transmitter that are bigger and more power.. if you want range add a 2 watt powered wifi booster to your transmitter owith a external lipo pack.. it will only garantee you transmitt it wont garantee yoru video breaks up from the drone the drone is wayyy to small to add a 1 watt transmitter on it for the video.. and no ones decoded the signal yet in fact no ones be able to get to the main code to see whats really on these things.. why i dont know geohotz gave us the ps3 broke the code i wish he came on the case and really opened it up.. as it stands.. you can pay 25 bnucks to some hacking site i did to get 1.5-1.8 wsatts outta your transmitter i dont kno if its true i paid them to try it out their software said it was enabled... proof i dunno no way to prove it unless i get a watt meter i guess those little ones that have antennas that detect freq and watts... but really you want range and 4k get a action cam a good one a really good one strap it to a mavic pro or phantom line phantoms for the weight carrying and then do that you can add any transmitter... and use some fat sharks with that... dji has really screwed us over

[@Vejur9000]

LOL.

[@Niloc1922]

@@notgunnahaveit6132 What are you on? Can I get some?

[@Donsachad]

I am literally watching this in class right now and it is very helpful thank you!

[@IlincaDenis]

same

[@MaximGhost]

Stay in school. Don't be a fool.

[@lohrtom]

Not a smart move

[@Donsachad]

​@@lohrtom bro I am in 11th grade and my overall is a 95. I am in all advanced classes and took 5 APs I think ill be alright

[@Donsachad]

@@MaximGhost bro I am in 11th grade and my overall is a 95. I am in all advanced classes and took 5 APs I think ill be alright

[@devalb20]

Thanks for answering this question! As of now, I will be happy with my mini 1 😇🤘

[@TechyHrik]

me also

[@milesbarber7588]

Me too

[@stewartrowley1]

I have both drones Billy I took my Mini2 out today and took it out a mile and then did a 360 view controlled without stuttering. You just can’t do the with the Mini1. That is the difference it flys so much more confidently. Love it. But still love the mini 1.

[@salihm1155]

Bro. which one is best for price worth

[@tomeaston2962]

@@salihm1155 Mini 2

[@Florinutzzzzz]

Dude!!! Those files were golden... seeing pictures from both drones side by side is ... just perfect. It really helps me make a choice of which one to buy. THANK YOU VERY MUCH! Keep up the good work!

[@lohrtom]

1. Excellent presentation 2. Awesome information 3. Great comparison 4. Cut back on the coffee

[@andropad3015]

thanks for sharing ... I'm an owner of the first iteration of the mini and viewing the videos and photos you've uploaded I really don't think the changes are wrenching enough to justify the 2. The video is of course better but not amazingly better and yes the flight performance will also be better. And whilst the flight time and performance is improved its sill effected by the wind having a light profile. The better upgrade for owners of the mini is to go from the 1 to the Air 2 which does have a larger sensor and for both still and video photography and better flight dynamics.

[@KhoaNguyen76]

If you have a DVD & a BluRay which one you chose? (Quality - resolution) With 1.5 Miles & 4.6 miles. Which one you chose? (Distance and reliable) Jpeg & raw which one you like? Just those 3 worth the upgrade. If I have an old mini I will sell it for $300 and get the new one:)

[@benjamin.kelley]

Your channel logo was what I was going to use for my production company!

[@rocheuro]

another very good informative and complete review Billy, and I really like you attach original video files. Great stuff. other youtubers often skip. Good job! greets, stay safe mate!

[@fillotravels8329]

CAN'T WAIT FOR YOUR COMPARISON WITH THE MAVIC AIR 2 !!!

[@billykyle]

Shooting tomorrow!

[@SkynetShots]

Thanks man great comparison, you helped confirm what I was thinking, going to upgrade from my mini to the air 2 when I can 👍🏻

[@papsny]

I have the mini 1 and have been thinking about upgrading to the mini 2. I use the mini for casual use, the "drone in the bag" in case it is needed. If I have a gig or have pro work, there are other drones I can bring. I wish they did 4K 60fps or at least change the sensor. For the most part, you can still live with 1080 or 2K res. As Billy mentioned, the quality is similar. The only thing holding me back is the remote for the mini. It is functional and great, however it defeats the whole "mini" thing. The new controller is bigger than the mini, the original one is more compact/portable. I appreciate the review and Billy did a good job with his points. For now, I wIll wait for the Mini 3

[@ulydoingthings]

Great job at explaining the difference in these two drones. I'm definitely torn between deciding if I should just go big and upgrade to the Air2 or a minimal upgrade to the Mini2.

[@ulydoingthings]

@@zeffez8161 i ended up going with the Mini2. Its camera and video are much better than I expected. A buddy got one and I was amazed at how much better it was than the original Mini. For what I use it for just social media, it works great and because its size is so small I even take it with me more places than I actually use it.

[@MartinFransson]

This is an awesome comparison! Best I´ve seen! I have the original Mini and will soon be upgrading to the Mini 2.

[@bneil4059]

I received mine late last week. It really is complete. Ocusync2 is incredible on this discreet package. I had no business buying it, but glad I did.

[@tahirahmed33]

What is ocusync 2

[@connorgioiafigliu]

My wallet has really taken a beating this past month 😂

[@Jake3eee]

Have you purchased one?

[@connorgioiafigliu]

@@Jake3eee Haha yep. And not only that, but a Lumix G85 too. I spent all afternoon today flying my Mini 2, so I can't say I regret it! I'd expect some footage to start appearing in my videos over the next few weeks!

[@SlightlyMisunderstood]

Great video. Very informative and helpful. I’m due to get this as soon as spring arrives and I can actually go out and fly with no rain around. Saw some good deals on Amazon on mini 1 and was tempted by the cheaper option. But I think I will hold off and stick with mini 2 even.

[@hdbaxter5438]

Thanks for this comparison, Billy. Made my decision easy. I'll keep my mini 1. No upgrade necessary in the near future 😊👍

[@windowsxpwallpaper5851]

How does the Mavic Mini hold up in wind? I heard that it struggles in even slightly windy conditions.

[@4khongkong58]

Thanks for not infusing the self indulgent techno mumbo jumbo and getting to the point of this review!

[@billykyle]

Hahahah of course

[@neilp1911]

So as soon as the mini 2 came out, the going price for a lightly used mini fell substantially. You can get a mini with the flymore extras for 300 or less. I myself (as a non-professional) can't see a meaningful difference in the photo quality. IMO, in nearly all cases this isn't worth the upgrade.

[@1kingkongkory]

Great video, all the info I needed and smooth delivery. I will check out your other videos 🤜🤛

[@Pursnikity_20022]

That’s a good point at the end. I may re consider. I do like my mini though, my only gripe for it would be the wind issue. Looks like they fixed it

[@rohitkotian4998]

Thanks Billy for giving the full details

[@vancouverterry9142]

Fabulous analysis and discussion, Man -- you're a real resource! Many, many thank you's!

[@Jaxter1137]

I returned my mini cause I have too much issues with the cam going out while flying nothing seemed too fix it. so I returned it and bought the mini 2. You didn’t mention that the mini 2 has zoom on the cam. I believe it’s a 4x zoom.

[@karimosman7253]

2x

[@ottoernst3735]

My first drone with occusync and definitely cant go back to enhanced wifi now.

[@KennyInVegas]

Very nice of you to make this video and share your knowledge with others. I just started using my Mini and truly appreciate your effort and knowledge you share. GBYAY....Kenny in Vegas

[@AlleyCat888]

Very good review, that sums up everything!

[@CScav243]

I crashed my mini-2 then bought another then stuck the second one up in my pine tree about 78 feet high.. then I called my tree buddy and he got it out with his bucket truck..then I got the first one fixed....I should stay on the ground...But now I have two dji mini-2`s....Great Video !!! True Story

[@johnhart7089]

Nice comparison. New video suggestion: can you compare the regulatory,hurdles / requirements of flying the mini-2 vs the Magic Air 2? FAA registration, getting permission to fly in certain spaces etc? Would help new drone users dramatically. Thanks.

[@wiggles1369]

Both drones are under 249kg, in the USA and Canada drones 250kg and above are required to be registered and the operator needs a liscense, these drones were specifically made to sort of exploit that rule

[@jordanranstead3016]

Sheesh this man is strong ASF. He can handle 250kg like a bouncy ball

[@droningwesternaustralia]

Gday Billy, At the end you ask "if you've had the mini 1 why wouldn't you upgrade to the Air 2". I have the mini 1, yes im thinking about upgrading to the mini 2 but now I'm thinking why not wait until the mini 3. Yes I woukd love to upgrade to a Air 2 or Air 2S, but it's not a question of whether I could, the question us "why, woukd I?". The mini's have something that none of the other drones in the "Mavic" range have, the mini's have the deal breaker for any other mavic drone. WEIGHT!!, or more precisely lack of weight. Been a sub 250g (.55lb) drone means no one knows where I'm flying it because I don't have to register it.

[@Gordon_L]

One year later I'm watching this as a potential first drone buyer in Australia and I have choices of a DJI refurbished Mini for $339 as the cheap option , refurb Mini 2 for 629 , brand new Mini 2 Fly More Combo for $949 ( three batteries and all the spares ) or a DJI Mavic Air 2 for $1499 , all in aussie dollars . Right now I'm leaning to the $949 option , that equates to $699 USD at the current rate of exchange . I don't want to buy a toy but I don't want to sell the farm to buy a drone either , especially as a novice . Constructive thoughts welcome , thanks .

[@NizarGhosn]

... thanks Billy, very nice/informative/detailed video 🇱🇧

[@deltawing9]

Thank you for posting this meaningful comparison.

[@KardosoMedia]

Great video Billy! I'm soo tempted to pick one up but still want the Air 2...Id rather have something a bit bigger and capable but the Mini 2 is such a little beast

[@slartibartfass5729]

@Billy Kyle really very useful info, thanks for that. Unfortunately I have to admit that I do always get a feeling of extreme stress after I listen only some seconds to you on this channel. It feels like you are under extreme time pressure, need to multitask 100 further things at the same time what stressed me extremely. Would appreciate a more relaxed, quieter kind of presentation if possible. Your content is great. You might have heard of the tech channel Mrwhoistheboss recently? According to the many comments I'm not the only one who finds his voice and presentation very pleasant. Guessing it has to do with him seemingly being in a good mood, even loughing most of the time. One can feel this in his voice. It's same with you in some of your VLOGs when your loughing.

[@walkwithmetravel3596]

About 2 years ago around here you used to see people fly drones all the time, but now I rarely see them. And I think 90% of people don't need more than the Mini 2 even if an Air2 is better. Even the Mavic Pro original- I haven't seen anyone fly those for over a year.

[@amsivertson]

Speaking as a Canadian, where we have some of the strictest drone regulations and biggest no-fly zones, the big answer to 'why Mini 2 and not Air 2" is that the Mini is 249 grams... which was very intentional on DJI's part. One of the limits in Canada is that 250 gram marker. Drones under 250 grams do not have to be federally registered, and can be flown without requiring the NAV Canada "Basic" operator certificate. (You obviously still have to follow all of the restrictions like no flight within 100m/300' of developed areas, buildings, houses, parks, no flying over events, traffic, etc., plus altitude and wind speed restrictions, no flight within a radius of any airport or helipad or prison, hospital, government building, etc., and more - but you don't need the certificate, and don't need to register the hardware.)

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[@antoniocavalli5474]

To process 4k videos, you need a lot quicker proccesing unit, so you cant just add a 4k camera on same unit and make it shoot 4k, as with this logic my old nokia 3200 could shoot 8k videos with new camera attached..

[@pablodrums5880]

Mini 2 is worth every penny! Got mine yesterday and it’s insane !

[@alanblanchard571]

Camera is not better

[@rappy90]

I have the mini. I'll likely get the mini 2 for the raw photo feature (even though I feel the mini could have had a firmware update to shoot in raw) but I also like the new range. The reason I i'd get the mini 2 over the air 2 is because I still won't have to register the drone or have a license to operate it. I basically see the mini 2 as a mavic air 2 mini ;)

[@rico66hharvey88]

No registering and no license 🤔...are you from uk If so is this the case in the UK with the mini 2

[@vagatronics]

My Mini 2 is coming next week, so excited!

[@karimosman7253]

Where 8s it

[@AinoRonda]

Great info my friend..I quess you r right, just spent a little bit extra money to get mavic air 2 instead.

[@apom316]

Awesome video!, I love my Mavic Mini!

[@garyloewen8204]

I had a Mini1 for two months and sold it. I've had the Mini2 for a week and its jaw dropping how much better it is for $100 Canadian. Connectivity is flawless. Power is shocking. It plows through wind. Sound is half as loud and apparently due to harder plastic. As for the camera, I haven't noticed a huge difference but I also haven't done a lot of editing in a week. I'm also still learning that aspect of droning. I wonder how much better the Mini3 will be?? LOL

[@utkarshsahu]

I am getting MAvic mini for $325 candian , is it worth spending addintonal 225 for mini2?

[@garyloewen8204]

@@utkarshsahu thats a great price for an M1. I guess it all depends what you want to do with the drone. Theres nothing wrong with the M1, its just that the M2 is a more capable drone. Allows you to fly further away with confidence and in higher wind speed. The camera is better but the M1 is extremely good. For $225 more id just stick with the M1, unless you have lots of cash LOL. Hope this helps.

[@utkarshsahu]

@@garyloewen8204 Thanks this helps :)

[@dumdee1972]

Hi Billy... What SD card are you using in the Mini 2? Cheers

[@westinkuhns2546]

Same

[@cenningitis2910]

In the description

[@lewismartin3826]

The best to buy are the san disk extreme edition. 128gb would be more than fine. Especially if you’re going to be transferring to your pc.

[@ForTheLoveOfWheels]

Great comparison. Thanks a lot!

[@7evolance]

For me the signal is very important, lost my mini 1 because of the weak ass signal and looking to find if the new models is worth it or not.

[@TerryLW]

Wow, great video Billy. At first I was disappointed with the original mini. Gave mine to a friend new to drones. Got MA 2 and have been extremely pleased with it. Bought every possible accessory for it. Anyway I am now very interested in the mini 2. Dji needs to hire you as a pitch man because now I really have to get one. Very awesome drone everything considered. Mine will be here in a few days. Thanks for your great work on these videos. Thumbs up... Way up.

[@rapidblasterlivestreams1465]

I like the 1st one more tbh, it feels more at home.

[@DJIDroneTravel]

Thanks for this amazing usefully video 👍

[@nickhart5332]

Love my mini! Now I want a mini 2 too! 🤣

[@FancyFarmOFFICIAL]

nice comparision

[@adwincorreya8775]

Was a much needed video 📹 🙌 👌

[@brianperticari]

So glad I found this channel. I’m in Jersey right over the bridge. Actually, the bridge in the video lol

[@billykyle]

That's awesome!!! You're local

[@brianperticari]

@@billykyle yessir. Love your content. I fly around here and the beach. Some good spots.

[@ray_c_yuen]

I heard that the Mini has NiMH batteries whereas the Mini 2 has LifePo4 (Lithium Phosphate) batteries which are lighter. Great informative video.

[@TomSpurlock]

FYI, the Mini 2 camera is different. It has a higher performance processor, providing over double the bitrate, which allows the sensor to process and record enough bits to support 4K. The Mini 1 camera is clearly different, with less performance, regardless of the sensor being the same.

[@bobd.]

Looks like the Ben Franklin Bridge and center city Philly in the background.

[@JIHADHOSSAINVLOGS]

Thanks for sharing 😊

[@phillipwesson8785]

Amazingly helpful video dude, thanks

[@chefb1461]

Can you check the firmware on the mini 1 It seems like you're getting in error weak signal or Adjust antenna due to the firmware update on the app I think the mini 1 is having some problems Can you check on that

[@chefb1461]

@Trapper John didn't think about🤔🤔 that I saw another droner install the old version on his mini 1 And it seemed to work but I am not sure

[@Noon_00Nz]

If I were to pack without a case? Is it okay to have it exposed in the bag?

[@nicholasperuski]

When you say there are less software limitations with Mini 2, does that include for mapping? The Mini can only use Dronelink. Can the Mini 2 use Pix4D?

[@cameronglenwright4809]

Strangely, after editing both the raw and the jpeg, there's very little difference. If anything very unusually the raw started to fall apart displaying colour noise etc well before the jpeg. Both when zoomed in look just as clear.

[@ANSWERTHECALLOFJESUSCHRIST]

I totally agree with you! In my case, I always shoot in RAW with my Mavic 2 Pro. Now, between the Mini vs Mini 2, I like more how the JPEGs look on the former than the processed RAWs on the latter. The software handles the JPEG processing very well, especially bright highlights.

[@dannyxu1700]

Nice compare vid, thank you, Billy, just wondering if the new remote would work with the original Mavic Mini? Thank you.

[@dmenese]

Just to be fair. Mini 1 supports Litchi, DroneLink and other 3rd party tools, so you have "Follow me" mode, Panorama pictures and some other features that you don't have with Mini 2. And while in Mini 2 you have Occusync 2, you have just one extra minute of battery, so cannot go beyond 3.4 miles unless you don't want to return the drone. Plus the shaking gimbal issue with Mini 2 that was reported recently and the orange line at the top left corner. Finally, the remote control in Mini 2 is larger than the drone itself.

[@gunchief0811]

Super super Subbed! Thank yooouuuuu Brother!!!!

[@crabrangoon2493]

Thank you nice comparison

[@rico66hharvey88]

Great video and thanks 👍

[@filiplaskovski9993]

The mini one definitely could be able to shoot 4K and all the features the mini 2 has, but business is business I suppose

[@rusueduard4275]

mini1 with fly more combo or mini 2 whitout fly more comb? i don`t know what to buy :(

[@THETRUTHZ]

Yes it can go 6 miles but with 31 mins of battery its safe to say it will only be going 4 before it has to return to home, I hope that extra speed will help it out

[@mgshoe4526]

Costco has the Mini on sale for for $389. After watching this video, I will spend the few extra bucks for a Mini 2.

[@fastman7922]

Thank you for the tips but, because of the flight laws in Canada and the USA. The mini and mini 2 is for me for the at home use so, I will do your suggestions and up grade to the 2.

[@MoosesGearGooReview]

Great video man. I'm gonna wait for the mini 3 to upgrade from the Mini. But I do want to pick up the Pocket 2.

[@tahirahmed33]

Good decision.i have a dji pocket 2 creator combo , I may get a dji mini 2 fly more combo , would like a refurbished one on ebay.

[@Live2TravelUK]

Thanks for such a great review!

[@billykyle]

Of course! I’m glad you enjoyed.

[@dkt6408]

the processor inside affects the video performance but not the image raw. so its probably not a software only difference

[@kuyajonny1195]

I honestly decided to upgrade to the Mini 2 solely because of the updated transmitter. 🤣 The OG mini range is horrendous.

[@davidmackinnon2968]

Very good video as usual Billy. I sure would like to see a one inch sensor in this tiny package. I would pay double or triple the price.

[@damiensantillan6125]

Your channel is top tier

[@fritzroysmith8526]

Billy, do you know if the DJI Smart controller works with the Mini 2?

[@mikeanderson9266]

I see the new front light on mini 2 as well.

[@wraith0127]

The only problem with upgrading from the Mini or Mini 2 to the Mavic Air 2 is FAA registration. The former are both under 250 grams while the latter is more than double that. Any R/C aircraft over 250 grams must be registered with the FAA and have the registration number added to the aircraft before flying.

[@abhiseksarbabhouma9380]

Thanks for this video

[@arupsircar6620]

Beautifully analysed. ...thnx.

[@123bimfi]

What about battery capacity? Are the batteries the same as the mini? Specs show capacity for the mini 2 as 5200 mAh. Does this figure in to the distance? I have the mini and am considering the mini 2 but wondering if the batteries could be interchangeable. Thanks!

[@rafiiiiullah]

I don't have one, but I already watched 1000 hr video about drone😂😂😂

[@relaxingnature2617]

That new remote looks huge and clunky ..old fashioned

[@SnowboardScientist]

Short answer, don’t buy the mavic mini. Reason is the mini se comes in at 299 dollars as the original mavic mini comes in at 399. Even though the se has the same specs as the mini 1, the mini se has a level 5 wind resistance compared to the mavic mini which has a level 3 resistance. The mini se also has better motors and a more stable flight, yes, the mini 2 is a better drone for sure but that drone comes in at 450. But for only 299, the mini se is a way better drone than the original mavic mini, but for 100 dollars less, so just don’t get the mavic mini, get the mini se if you don’t want to spend 450 on a mini 2

[@Westlake]

Congrats on your subscription numbers Billy!

[@BellaVlogsLife]

Thanks for such an informative vid :)

[@billykyle]

Glad it was helpful!

[@santerimyl]

2:18 the first Mini has shooting mode buttons though.

[@fitybux4664]

Please add this to the comparison: DJI Mavic MIni 2 does NOT have access to the SDK, meaning there are fewer apps for it. (No programmable routes/etc.) DJI currently has NO PLANS of porting their SDK to the Mavic Mini 2, whereas it IS available with the original Mavic Mini.

[@craigturnbo3068]

So as far as dealing with wind does it refer to wind speed or gusts?

[@Roz-Inspire-Video]

Thanks ...tons. Would love to get a bigger DJI but we have flight paths all around us and it will be a bit before getting qualified...

[@dronature]

awesome video

[@yukubaholmes7529]

Can you buy the Mini 2 propellers for the mini 1, also is there a way to unlock the fractures in the mini 1

[@fahadsheikh8492]

Cool owesome videos of yours