DJI FPV Drone after 30 days of flight! Did I change my mind?

[@OriginaldoBo]

For those that keep asking the 3D prints can be found here at my store. I’ll be housing other prints as well. www.etsy.com/shop/OriginaldoBo?ref=seller-platform-mcnav P.S stop asking me for the mother frunking STL file. For now one everyone who asks will get a penis STL

[@steviemullins3509]

Thank you! I just asked and then noticed you posted the very answer I needed prior.

[@chrisB_OG]

could you share the STL files?

[@Vousie]

It's obvious you're refusing to share the STL file because you want to sell tiny prints for $30 when anyone could print them for $2. No need to be rude. Just admit it and move on.

[@jpat1944]

@@Vousie lol srsly

[@Tymothic]

I must agree that on the remote there should be a phone or tablet mount so I case the goggles lost signal, I van flip them up and I can still see where the drone is location.

[@ryanjurey2455]

I have 6 flights on mine and love it so far. I do have other FPV drones I fly but the range on this is awesome with no video break up like on my other drones.

[@jerinabraham343]

hey just a question for the dji fpv are u satisfied with the flight time for the dji fpv can u tell me more about it as i am planning to buy one

[@boo7948]

just get some o3 units and slap them on your other drones, dji fpv drone is so cringe

[@jshaner26ify]

I never flew a drone in my life until today with this drone. I was nervous but practicing on the simulator helped but I plan to keep it real and simple until I’m ready for the next level. Thank you for your honesty. It really helps.

[@jimmulator3902]

Same! It’s a lot of fun!

[@DrDarwinian]

I love mine, ive had 2 hard crashes (my fault both times) and she still flies, im very impressed. Lots of fun and value with the goggles and RC.

[@CaliCuh]

I love mine also. I’m coming from regular fpv quads . Broke a motor had to send it in took a week to get a brand new one back .

[@jetdust]

I picked one up today, have to wait for better weather but can’t wait to try it. I have a mavic pro, mini, and a spark but this thing rips has distance and has fpv which I’ve been wanting to try.

[@abracadabra3814]

Great honest review I love mine ..it is my favorite drone i have a mavic 2 zoom, a mini 2 and a tello .

[@SunriseWaterMedia]

Good explanation of prop wash. Thanks, Ken.

[@crumpledpaper8897]

Getting a tiny hawk 2 freestyle with an 800d and a tx12. Super excited can’t wait to get more into the hobby and even trying this drone eventually

[@mmckee58]

My day job is creating pedagogically viable video for online education, which I've been doing since 1996. I've seen lots of good video, way lots of awful video, and some really fantastic video. I know it when I see it. I'm droning for my own art & music videos, and some for my university. Your videos are priceless, in quality and honesty, and you advance my purposes in the most efficient way possible. Hence , I have no choice but to refer to you as professor, whether anyone likes it or not. Life is short, so I do my own accreditation, thank you very much, because I'm too old for bogusness. Thank you, professor. I'm going to watch all your videos. Don't change.

[@brianq103]

Now I know why the props are out of stock on the DJI website.

[@agpmjm]

For an old retired airline pilot like me who doesn`t want to build a custom set up and just wants to play `pilot` again using fpv this is tremendous fun. Buy the Joystick Controller !! ...and the prop guards...

[@blizsgarage8487]

I enjoyed this video. Great job. I just picked up my fpv combo today. I am still going to do a diy quad build as I enjoy tinkering and learning.

[@Truth_Spoken]

Best review that I've seen yet. I just bought mine a week ago. Have no plans to go into manual mode. Just want a different experience than I get with my Mavic 2 Pro and Mini 2. When I want to see full on freestyle or racing I will watch it on KZbin.

[@radek5327]

Man, you hit every point anyone here would ask about this drone. As always, another good informative, honest feedback from you. Keep'em coming...

[@mmckee58]

hear him!

[@bjriag]

It is cool that you are open minded to this drone

[@hariepotter8992]

this is the kind of review people should watch it they're thinking of buying dji fpv instead of watching people complaining comparing it to home made fpv. if you gonna do crazy acro this is not the drone for u but if you only gonna use it for mounting surfing or going down a building this drone is capable of doing that. great video man🙌

[@OriginaldoBo]

appreciate the kind words

[@kevinsmith9420]

"Unfiltered. Unbiased". From Ken? This is gonna be good!

[@mafakka2]

so I bought DJI FPV combo (integra, rc2) and just Avata 2. so what can I tell - flied just once in manual mode - this avata 2 is awesome!

[@Centxe]

and the fpv? hope ya are enjoying the goggles?

[@mafakka2]

@@Centxe nah, im not ready for that flying potato yet, i even listed it on kijijij. someday it will fly anyway lol

[@MJPilote]

Absolutely the best review of the Fpv and its features. Coming from big rc helicopters and a hubsan drone, this thing is mind blowing, the digital fpv view on the V2 goggles after eachine v100 goggles and hubsan transmitter screen is like stepping in to another world. I have flown 600 and 700 size helicopters without electronic stabilization and no flybar, and still I keep this out of manual mode. Don't feel like needing the manual mode just yet, its too fun just to cruise in the air with N and S modes. Feels like very expensive but buy once cry once. The view up there is breathtaking.

[@DJ_SHANNIMAL]

I think my experience will be like yours. I fly 700’s down to micros. I just ordered my DJI and it’s coming Wednesday. Your right about crying. I always choke on prices. As you know a 700 is nearly 3k so I guess I should have ordered 2? Lmao. I got fly more kit. I’ve been flying since 05 so I’m a proficient 3d pilot. I’ve never crossed the fpv threshold because I was worried that I wouldn’t want to fly my other stuff. This DJI product looks sweet as hell. I’m gonna love it.

[@MJPilote]

@@DJ_SHANNIMAL you'll love it for sure, but be sure to sit down for couple of the first flights. You'll get slightly disoriented at first. But the view up there is amazing! To see the world from above.

[@deerock7]

I have flown it twice and love it. thanks for the frank opinions and tips. appreciate! keep up the good videos.

[@OriginaldoBo]

So you aren’t constantly charging the same one

[@TheParadigmShiftTV]

This is my first drone and I've taken it out twice so far. Sport mode is super fun and intuitive. Super happy with it and can't wait to get started in manual mode. I just wish the simulator worked for Android. Gonna try Liftoff as it's been recommended. Gonna strap a GoPro to it and after that it's basically perfect for me. I may get into other traditional FPV drones eventually. I'm really digging this hobby.

[@BasoholMedia]

Same here, idk if I’ll ever go into manual mode though.

[@KoteGreen]

i literally searched for this video earlier today and there was nothing Now there is. Thanks man!

[@supernatural802]

Thanks for the honest review and big up for dropping the fly safe, fly smart message for pilots. Seen waaay too many videos of new flyers sending it over highways, crowded parks, open water, and city blocks. Also, have to agree about the smart batteries. Not worrying about my house burning down when charging is almost worth the price of admission alone. pricey but cheaper than buying a new house. I gotta say as a new flyer I have found the panic button a really great and useable tool while slowly learning Acro mode. As soon as I get freaked out on the sticks I hit that button and it's all good. I figure once I can fly confidently ill move over to a real fpv drone and it won't just be me crashing all day long and if I do it will hold up better. well, that's the hope anyway.

[@supernatural802]

@@Siamect interesting point. will have to read up more on this, thanks for the info!

[@thinkingjoe5440]

Good review, I like your honesty, that you swear and the music on your outtro… subbed 👊🏾

[@OriginaldoBo]

Best comment I’ve read

[@johnjlopez]

Thanks for the vids! I ordered one last week from your site directly based on your feedback. Keep up the good work!

[@roussouvideography]

How did you get 12 minutes in manual mode? I get 5-6 minutes in sport mode? Wouldn’t sport mode use less battery? Just curious.

[@BigDuke6ixx]

On the weak props: when you crash into a planet the energy has to be dissipated somehow. If the strengthen the props then the forces transfer through them to something else, which will probably break and cost more to replace. Also, more strength normally equates to more weight thus more energy in a crash and a vicious circle ensues. Golden rule with aviation: don't crash!

[@MatteoMi]

Propowash: there's a "column" of air made by your props constantly under your drone. A "prop wash" happens when you end up inside that column right below you, for example if you steer around 90 degrees after a dive or you're suddenly turning 180 degrees while racing through gates. Thanks to its weight and the inertia, that will push your drone inside that "column" of air and, since that air is pushed in the same direction by your props once you've turned the drone, it'll basically cancel your push, and you'll need to compensate by giving a lot more throttle. It's always better to avoid that, some smaller drones behave unpredictably during propwash and some bigger ones doesn't have enough power to compensate, making them crash if too close to land

[@metasamsara]

Love the honest and unfiltered review. I'm still unsure if it's worth it to go the lazy way for my first FPV drone... But at the same time, I love the digital video, but again, it's not very customizable. I want a drone that can do real FPV freestyle but also really good cinematic shots, and the ability to change lens and such for instance upgrading it to have lateral rotation too. I really don't like that it's not modular and repairable DIY for bigger damages. If I destroyed a 1250eur that would be the end of it no second purchase. A DIY drone is just more forgiving, once past the hassle of figuring out how to get started...

[@retrodudefpv]

I'm one of those people who has a love / hate relationship with DJI camera drones and keep buying, get bored & sell them on. I love my fpv quads, but will probably buy one of these, if and when I can afford one, to replace whatever camera drone I have at the time. Your review here is excellent and very fair and further steers me toward the ultimate camera drone for me; smooth, cinematic style flights with the added security of DJI systems. It'll never replace my 'normal' fpv quads but would be a great additional tool when at scenic locations. Great video 🙂🙂

[@BloggerCMartinez]

Regards DOBO, it is good to point out that if you change to the old protocol to use a traditional fpv drone when you return to the new protocol you will have to bind all the equipment back again

[@kinzery5274]

Beginner or not like me to fpv i love it and not getting the real ones of building your own love my dji fpv this drone and it's features.

[@marinrendic4680]

Thanks for the review, N1 its great to hear an honest opinion from a pro for a newbie who just bought the product.

[@roberttrometter5788]

I am getting a full set up with a DJI FPV Drone. I like to know where I can get the feet coverings and battery protection.

[@Ikeman50]

Tired of everyone saying how expensive this drone is......I just watched another review on a RTF FPV drone all inclusive package with Goggles, Batteries, Props, etc etc......and this was also an entry level drone and the price was $1995.00. The DJI FPV drone is all inclusive with more features than you get on regular FPV drones for $1200.00. Like you said in your review @OriginaldoBo you can fly this thing in Normal or Sport forever and never ever even go into Acro or Manual! One of the issues with a lot of reviews on the DJI FPV drone is they are having seasoned FPV pilots review it........Hell DJI! I've never flown an FPV, give me one and I'll review it!!!

[@lancegardner7486]

Where to get the replacement goggle foam ? the stock one sucks have to use a hoodie to block gaps of daylight, yours looks rather comfortable to use.

[@aaron6516]

Always great reviews with follow ups later on the ones that need it... thanks as always!!

[@OneOfTheRobs]

Hi Ken.. I'am glad your opinion had changed a little bit for the good.. Now, I broke 3 arms!!! in one crash, but fortunatly enough it's only plastic damage. To my surprise, tearing it apart was NOT all that difficult. Just 12 motor wires, the rest is connectors. I orderded 4 new arms and a main-middle- body-frame (original DJI) cost me around 70 bucks

[@waltstevesphotography7128]

Just watched this so late to the party. Coming from a heli background and the crazy things they can do. My thought is, is it the motors underpowered, or is the intelligent battery not giving it the full punch needed compared to a traditional LIPO? Just a thought.

[@hakaiyou4532]

Simple solution: buy the prop adapter and put any props on it what ever you want. plus it flys much smoother then :D

[@peterwho9380]

Just boughtthis for my sons Christmas gift with a few added accessories and it doesn't take long to hit the 2K mark especially when buying it in CAD currency!

[@garybishopp7183]

No links on where to buy a "spotter mike" or did you have to print an amazon return label for him

[@JohnFSmitheugene]

Thanks so much for this review. I'm a Mavic guy who has been wanting to get into FPV, and I've been spending a fair amount of time in the simulators. I just bought this for precisely one of the reasons you have given; I'm hoping it will ease my transition into DIY FPV. I'm very confident with my Mavic, but my performance in Manual mode in the sims has not been great. So, it's perfect for a guy in my situation. And thanks for being fair. I know that there is a ton of words on both sides of this drone, and it might have felt natural to naysay it. So, thanks. And I'll be back for more.

[@marlonvalle1225]

How did it go for you ?

[@JohnFSmitheugene]

@@marlonvalle1225 It’s been great. A couple of crashes, but other than a couple of broken props, no damage serious enough to need parts or repair. Love flying it. And I’m flying whoops around the house during the cold wet weather here in the PNW. My biggest piece of advice is to spent LOTS of time using the simulation. Pretty fun and it will save you much time and grief when you decide you are ready for open air. Good luck!

[@marlonvalle1225]

@@JohnFSmitheugene thanks for the advice bud! I bought it have used it a couple of times in the cold in minnesota as well. I’ve had fun with it.

[@JohnFSmitheugene]

@@marlonvalle1225 anytime, friend. Keep ‘‘em flying!

[@IncredibleGaming]

Would you still recommend the dji fpv drone? its at 999$ now

[@madebymarcin]

Thank you for this comprehensive and honest review!

[@galimirnund6543]

I just got one of these for xmas it arrived today. I'm very new to drones. I have a nutel also that has that phone mount on the rc. This is going to be funnn..

[@davidw717]

Can bumpers be added to the props? Looking to fly it indoors.

[@paulg2234]

The kick out will depend on how much battery it need to fight the wind to get back light winds mabay only need 20 percent but 8 to 9 knots of wind might need 45 percent battery 🔋

[@Kaizen29x]

Just got mine in today. Thanks for the update review

[@bigdaddykamaka]

Thank you for this review, been wanting to get one, I do cinematic shots with my skydio2 and I love it but this would be a game changer thanks again

[@Loz348]

another great video ken

[@tadwinslow9227]

It needs max auto ISO/locked shutter for ND filter use like a GoPro, way less sharpening, some work on the noise in the shadows and allow things like disabling the auto RTH at 25% battery. Flight performance could definitely be improved drastically with tuning. They need to allow a post-stabilization workflow either with their own software or gyro embedded in the metadata. They need an accessory to lock or reduce the soft-mount. Light breezes can shift the camera. In the goggles it looks like the drone can't even track in a straight line because of it. The only real use it has for experienced pilots is flying far over water or in sketchy RF conditions.

[@Sladeofdark]

That is called Prop-wash right? @8:55

[@OriginaldoBo]

Yea

[@ivoperic3992]

This guy shuts first and apologies later. Both events are wery entertaining.

[@mutchler87]

How do you turn on Image distortion correction..?

[@andrebullitt7212]

Regular carbon fiber framed FPV freestyle or racing drones are by far the best. They are very tough and cheap to repair, so you have a lot less stress in having fun with them. And thus you can level up faster.

[@abarnare6203]

how long to charge battery? when might new model come out? should i wait? i really want one

[@TheNeiphilim]

Great review video as usual !

[@researchDarren]

This is a great review, I have a question...I am in the market for a new DJI, and have been flying the other dji stuff for about 6-7 years now and always wanted to do fpv but not really into building and all that stuff....can you recommend a FPV drone and controller I could get along side this package. I was thinking because I have to get a new dji anyways this could be a cool way to have a new drone but also when I wanna practice acro flying I would just use the DJI headset with cheaper FPV and a cheaper controller...but unsure if that could be a thing...but though that way I can crash a bunch and as I learn a new move bring it the DJI fpv....nonetheless I really wanna try FPV but the hassle of building has left me on the sideline for years...thanks so much again.

[@ArturMaiaCarvalho]

Great work on reviewing this! Greetings from Portugal

[@Tobysgmc]

Can't you change it in post the video quality the highs and lows or contrast

[@pascalhanzo2732]

The Vibration mainly happens because the props are not hard enough. Just buy Aftermarket Props and the prop wash disappears :)

[@Pavara_Senvidu]

Do you like the dji fpv drone or dji avata?? What you think is your best

[@in-vision652]

Well, as an experienced pilot, I bought it for long range flight, however, I prefer my own builds much more. This drone has been sitting on the shelf for a while because it limits my flying abilities.

[@duruebuka913]

Can I buy it?

[@in-vision652]

@@duruebuka913Sure, I'll let the drone go, but I have to keep the goggles. I have 5 batteries, ND Filter set etc that can go with it. I usually get everything I need to fly and stay in the air

[@pitythegreat]

@@in-vision652 did you end up selling the drone? And accessories?

[@in-vision652]

@@pitythegreat no, I didn't really have to sell it. I was just going to purchase something else I wanted with the cash. That's why I offered such a great deal but all I got was low ball offers. So, I decided to just keep it

[@thomasduthie]

@@in-vision652 if you’re still interested in selling - how much would you sell for now?

[@markreingold275]

I looked on ur site to purchase the battery condoms for my fpv batteries & couldn’t find them .. So I need a little help please & thank you 😁

[@tonygee3284]

Bought my FPV about a year ago love it to bits its a great drone its like the V8 of DJI drones I tried a DJI avada last week but was disappointed with it even in light wind it was too unstable I took my FPV out after when the wind got up a bit No worries

[@morgankarami5122]

Where did you get those protection for legs and battery, where would I find them. Thanks.

[@mujahidurrehman8742]

Amazon Store brother

[@dmcgrawbicycleguy3406]

Excellent video great information I took my quad to the field I let anybody that want to try it out in normal mode and they absolutely fell in love with it coming from a person that flies NAZ 5 my self I like both like you said I hope DJI does come out with some different software updates to make it even better 👍

[@samueltredinnick]

So.. would you say to pull the trigger on this model, awaiting firmware upgrades... or wait for the 2nd gen drone? Very eager to purchase one, but $2000+ AUD is pretty painful. Great video (y)

[@konstantinrandom1513]

thank you! i'm looking to buy this and your video really helped me ! did you change the rates in presets?

[@вечная_мерзлота]

how the heck are you getting 15min on battery ? I have 3 batteries and I get 6-8min per each in manual mode.

[@InfinityDrones]

Have you found a way to make it fly less "loose"? When I fly I find that it's hard to fly in a straight line as it feels too loose. Have you experienced it, and if so... how did you fix it?

[@MasterBlud]

I am interested in that custom Top Shell, I can't find anywhere selling custom top shells

[@rayhastings2934]

My biggest complaint is that the controller won't work on other Caddx Vista systems. So you don't have buy another DJI controller for other drones.

[@curfew653]

Freundd der Sonne, kann mir jemand sagen wie lange die Drohne noch fliegt, nachdem der akku rusgefallen ist? Ich bin gerade auf de Suche nach meinem.

[@dannyw777]

Motion Controller?? Thanks for this review, would love your opinion for the alternative controller ( due to my handicap ) Thanks again!

[@zalonz2011]

You cant use it in Manual mode. For manual mode only the controller will be an option!

[@stevenybarra4276]

my DJI FPV has a pretty bad wobble... any suggestions on how to fix?

[@alltagsvlog]

I agree 100%! Started flying FPV 1 month ago and baught 2 BetaFPV tiny drones, an iFlight IH2 2 inch freestyle drone with caddx vista and the dji fpv ... And yes - it is an fpv drone - but not exactly what you would expect from an freestyle quad. But i enjoy flying the dji for cinematic smooth high image quality footage - and then kick the ih2 around and do some freestyle tricks. So - no i do not regret buying it - first and foremost because this way i already got the goggles with the kit :) Thanks for the vids ! love your work! Greetings from germany

[@stevenhinrichs6548]

What is air quotes ? 17:56

[@pauldeacon8764]

Hi! I really enjoyed your video & it is helping me decide whether to get one or not! Could u tell me please, is the connection Ocusync or wi-fi?? 😀👍

[@jonathanriley469]

Ocusync 3.0

[@crazystax1]

what phone do you use with it? my s21 Ultra won't work... Help!

[@OLCtv]

That pause button....im thankful. I need hella practice tho cause the down throttle quick ascending really hurts me, I'm not use to that. That didn't happen in the simulator. In the simulator, down throttle did nothing but let the drone slowly fall. I prefer that, I guess that's not reality and need to learn to deal with it😭😭😭😭

[@MericanSlav]

all the cinematic shots throughout the video, i assume they were shot with ND filters? Please respond, i would like that quality of video

[@OriginaldoBo]

I don’t use ND filters

[@MericanSlav]

@@OriginaldoBo so just post editing?

[@Nano3v2]

Where do I get those battery condoms and landing gear protector?

[@OriginaldoBo]

Link in the description

[@kylegladwin3281]

Very informative and objective. Thanks for your review! I may wait for fpv 2 but great footage!

[@apeel2008]

Great content. Thanks. I think your idea about adding a phone support to the remote controller is a great idea for those of us who are not used to FPV drones. What are your thoughts on the $200 optional, one hand controller (forgot what DJI calls it). Finally, coming from Mavic 2, I am not sure how removing the spring-loaded, auto-center feature of the left throttle stick would be. If you remove auto-center what would happen if you let go of the left stick?

[@vasylsky9486]

It will stay in place where you left it. It's also possible to not tighten it, then it will be loose, but it's not useful

[@TX_ReSiStAnCe]

Good to hear you don't hate it like Ken Heron does lol Based on your flight videos, you're definitely a more seasoned at FPV pilot than Mr. Heron. No offense to anyone.

[@liq2]

I'm comparing the possibility of the Air 2s having a sport mode and FPV goggle support. For simple cruising, occasional video and no manual. Given what we know about the 2s, which would you choose? (I'm not a fpv vet and not interested in exploring hardcore freestyle fpv). Thanks!

[@DJ_SHANNIMAL]

I would like that.

[@ShootaMcgavn]

Just over here watching your video, saw the clip of the orange groves by bok tower… was like wait a min, that looks familiar lmao never expected to see my hometown

[@Marco_DLC]

What do you think about building an fpv that can still use the dji headset and controller

[@halogens152]

Noticed that the yaw isnt as sensitive as the one on Liftoff. Is this an issue with the FPV?

[@DistrictSoundLab]

So what FPV should I get?? Purely for the joy of the feel of flying

[@evoXmr]

I wanna see you take the guts out of the DJI FPV and put them on a custom frame! I heard you talk about this and I would like to see how it goes. If it works, I would do it as well.

[@mtcbeemer]

Hi Ken, Hope Everything is well with U and Family. Looking forward soon on Purchasing Dji FPV soon.

[@OriginaldoBo]

Glad you are doing better brother!

[@mtcbeemer]

@@OriginaldoBo that's very kind of you Ken, Doctor gave me the OK to do exercise for now once a week so I walk a Mile at your favorite park Deltona, Thank You. Brother

[@oldskoolrolla]

Great vid. I agree with you for all you said. I love my drone. It's soo good to know that if you fly too far, our failsafe is that it will return to home. Just brilliant! With this drone its 100% flying all the time.

[@radamesortiz4499]

I am about to pull the trigger and get me one. 🤗

[@Xn4W]

How much does the arm brace help survive a crash? Do the arm braces affect aerodynamics/performance a lot?

[@archys7]

Yes a lot, i bought, and crashed with them with, all went good, only oem props was damaged.

[@Toboldlygo721]

I flew my DJIFPV for the second time today and I felt that shutter that you’re talking about on fast acceleration I think the propellers are very flexible and they’re almost unbalanced for a second while the leading edge of the propeller passes A threshold of speed in the front of the quad into the wind and thereby sets up a wobble . 🤓 😳 🤪👍🏻✨

[@oneperspective8601]

Propwash is turbulent air from the props. You really can’t do much to fix this since you can’t PID tune the motors.

[@SirIronJim]

Great Video, I've had my DJI FPV for a couple of weeks, I've noticed that I'm flying the FPV a lot higher, and further with the FPV than with my Mavic 2P, Mini 2, MA2, and P4 v2, I'm guessing this could be because of the Goggles, and having the view of the signal strengths right in your face, although I haven't flown in manual mode yet, I've found Sport Mode to be very good. If anything, this FPV Drone has shown me that I can push the Mavics to their full potentials and not have tom worry so much about losing them over the Bay

[@eco999]

Did you experience any motion sickens? How was the feeling on first flight. I tried VR goggles once with a rollercoaster sim. Fast movement and losing that horizon level made me dizzy after 1-2 minutes already.

[@SirIronJim]

@@eco999 I got some dizziness when using the virtual simulator, however, actual flight outside, the experience was completely different, I haven’t tried manual mode outside, just normal and sport mode, there are times when I feel that I’m leaning slightly when making bank turns, other than that, it’s all good.