THIS Active Track Test will SHOCK YOU... DJI Mini 3 Pro

Active Track is the Follow Me feature of the DJI Mini 3 Pro. This is a beginner's guide to Active Track, as well as a demonstration and test to see how good Active Track actually is, and if you can trust the follow me feature of the DJI Mini 3 Pro. Im trying to get the DJI Mini 3 Pro drone to chase me through the forest while walking and running.
When will Active Track fail?
Are there any circumstances where the Active Track is not reliable?
Let's do the best active track test and let's see if the DJI mini 3 pro and active track will be able to catch up without losing me and without crashing.
Thanks for watching
Mats Kellerman
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🕑 TIME STAMPS
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0:00 - Intro
0:28 - Propeller holders
0:45 - How to setup DJI Mini 3 pro for Active Track
1:25 - Control the DJI Mini 3 pro during Active Track
2:00 - Take off from the hand.
2:18 - Active Track Test
7:08 - Active Track FAILS - Crashing DJI Mini 3 Pro

[@MK-Creator]

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[@tomask.3983]

Really amazing functionality! Glad you adressed the safety settings regarding "hover" and "bypass". Quite crucial and should be activated by default by software when chosing "follow me". Great video as usual Mats!

[@MK-Creator]

Thank you Tomas 😃👍 so nice to have you around.

[@1959Aeroflyte]

I use a simple elastic band to hold my propellers in place. Works really well. And I keep an couple extra in my bag in case one breaks etc. They do a great job at a great price. Do not have the fancy look of yours but if I am using them the drone is in the case in most cases. But to each his own.

[@onlinevideomasterypro]

Super cool! I’ve only flown my new Mini 3 Pro a couple of times and I am inspired to go out and try the active track right now. For starters, though, I’m going to do it in an open field! Trees and woods can come later 😅! Thanks for these awesome videos!

[@MK-Creator]

Thanks 😃👍 good luck and have fun!!

[@onlinevideomasterypro]

@@MK-Creator it went great! Super fun. 😎

[@avramenkoable]

Not safe in the weeds, because it doesn't have sensors on the sides, it will easily hit a branch while moving sideways to keep you in the image.

[@dalewiley9208]

Man, amazing. Still laughing at you when you almost tripped.

[@richsmith3872]

Love the video ‼️ I have had my mini 3 pro for about a year now and still haven't learned everything about it but there's all summer to do so. With all the new updates and new gear to try with it the drone just keeps getting better with time ‼️💯🍺👍

[@MK-Creator]

Thank you so much Rich it means a lot 😎

[@PJ-ee5mc]

This is very reassuring! I am awaiting the arrival of my new Mini 3 Pro so I am now even more excited to receive it! Thank you for your great videos. They are most helpful!

[@MK-Creator]

I’m so happy you liked my videos! Thank you so much for both watching and especially taking your time to write a comment 😊👍

[@irishrover63]

I mentioned that I removed the sticks technique on your previous tracking video, but I didn't know about the "hover" instead of "RTH" setting. I have crashed mine twice now, once backing it into a balcony without turning off the collision avoidance setting. Second time parallel active tracking on my MTB when it struck a telegraph pole due to no sideways collision avoidance. Great video my friend.

[@bikersoncall]

Very informative video , thanks.

[@briansteere1752]

Man, I appreciate what your doing in these videos!! I’m about to buy a drone and I think you’ve sold me on this one! Thanks!!!

[@MK-Creator]

Thank you so much! And the fact that you took your time to write a comment is just amazing! If you want to support me and you decide to buy drone. I would appreciate if you use one of my links in the description. That gives me a commission so I can continue making more videos 😃👍

[@silviugabrielcio]

Thank you for this video🎉

[@MK-Creator]

Thank you too! 😃👍

[@cuddebackfamily9479]

Seriously the best video on the internet lol I loved every second. Amazing drone!!

[@MK-Creator]

Thank you 🙏😃👍 I wish to see you around many more times!

[@micahkenneth8612]

Great video!

[@stefanmargraf7878]

I think altidude is an issue when it comes on active track on a street. If the drone decides to fly lower it could be hit by ongoing traffic.

[@MK-Creator]

That is very correct. The active track and obstacle avoidance is not really calibrated for objects that is moving towards the drone as compared to stationary objects.

[@thedronedownunder3919]

Dude, I've had my Mini3pro for a year and haven't used active track like this. Thank you for sharing your passion!

[@MK-Creator]

😃👍

[@georgekelly1948]

Fun and instructive. Cheers.

[@MK-Creator]

Thanks George 😃👍

[@roseltamangbinodlimboo]

Great test and thanks for sharing this video

[@MK-Creator]

And thank you for watching😃👍

[@TONY-cs7zg]

Oh wow that was really amazing best activtrak video I've seen even I shouted out when the mini hit the branch wow how cool and I have definitely subscribed to you fantastic video

[@MK-Creator]

Thanks TO NY 😃 Happy to have you around. Welcome back many more times!

[@wildtraveler8855]

This is so cool !

[@WilliamUihlein]

Dude, I just discovered your content while looking into buying the Mini 3 Pro - I absolutely love your channel and what you're doing. Keep up the good work!

[@MK-Creator]

Hi William and welcome! So happy you found your way here! Looking forward to have you around 😎👍

[@poggergen1937]

It would be a truly perfect drone if it had side to side terrain avoidance. Still, Extremely impressive how it navigated through those difficult branches. Wow.

[@ilhamije]

Oh Nice! I'll try it soon. Thanks for sharing.

[@MK-Creator]

Have fun!

[@AlinariPn]

Wow looks fantastic

[@Soganekmekk]

Omg! I received my mini 3 pro today and im going to try active track tomorrow!!!! Thx for the video.

[@MK-Creator]

That’s so exciting!!! Have fun and be a little bit careful. 😁 Make sure to check out my other videos too! I’m convinced you will enjoy many more of them. 🥳👍

[@psoon04286]

Haha, very cool indeed👍🏼 I’ve not tried the active track like this because, quite honestly, I have no confidence that it can track me more than 3 meters before crashing🤪

[@Luki25514]

Really nice video with many tips and tricks for a better flight with the dji mini 3 pro. I like it so much.

[@MK-Creator]

So amazing! Welcome and welcome back so many more times! 😃👍

[@heypippa]

I've just got the mini 3 pro, it's my first drone and I'm so excited to finally own one! Thank you for making this video, I would have been too scared to try this 🤣 but I'm definitely going to try active track in a similar environment to see how it works now!

[@MK-Creator]

So cool! I’m sure you will have a lots of fun and good use! Thanks for finding me and my channel! 😃👍

[@the_thomss]

Amazing scenery and great footage! I subscribed to see more Videos made by you. Dji Mini 3 is an awesome little drone. I own one myself too and create cinematic Videos. Keep it up bro! 👌🏽 Great Video!

[@MK-Creator]

Thanks a lot! Nice to have you around and that you have subbed means that I will have the honour to have you here many more times 😃👍

[@dosstheboss100]

Awesome I just got my mini 3 pro today

[@mayur_mahamuni]

Superb video

[@DylanBond660]

Haha this video is so wholesome lol you are too funny man trying to escape the drone 😂 and this thing is incredible i cant wait until mine arrives!

[@MK-Creator]

Thanks 😂👍

[@Mark_Hemmings]

Very helpful, as a trail runner this video is just what I needed. Thanks!

[@MK-Creator]

Thanks! I actually have a dedicated video just for you in this topic! kzbin.info/www/bejne/oX3RqpR6p7Kioas 😃👍

[@jasonmiller2722]

I really appreciate your time in making these videos this one give me confidence in trying some new filming techniques. By the way I also play disc golf what course are you on ?

[@MK-Creator]

Thanks 🙏🥳

[@shsechas]

Awesome features the Pro has! Great bypass test.

[@MK-Creator]

😃👍

[@fieza9854]

Its cool🔥

[@letsdounique]

Amazing

[@wakeupthebear]

That looks fun! 😅

[@Weedeogram]

another great content. 😱👍

[@MK-Creator]

🥳

[@bRoWnEyE1367]

Great video 😉 l didn't think to change the RTH to Hover, so good advice 👍 My drone also eventually clipped some small branches, bringing it down 😢 One time though following me on a mountain bike facing towards the sun it went straight into a pine tree 🌲 bringing it down and breaking off the camera 😔 obviously having the setting changed to Hover might have prevented it. But it wasn't like it lost connection otherwise it would of started the return home sequence. It's like it didn't pick up this pine tree , I could only think facing into the sun had something to do with it 🤔

[@MK-Creator]

I would put some money on the sun… 😳

[@AiBilly]

Thanks for this great video. There were too many comments to go through to see if someone asked the question. When it was recording i saw the lines where it was tracking you. Are those lines on the final recorded video ?

[@MK-Creator]

No, if you are referring to the zebra lines. Only over exposure warnings on the monitor and screen recording. It in the drone recording :)

[@tonipapa7348]

Nice video, tnx man

[@MK-Creator]

Thank you too! Merry Christmas

[@Somanybeats]

It was fun watching you have fun lol

[@MK-Creator]

🥳😂👍 that makes me happy 😅

[@SkyTouch08]

Active track is such a awesome feature, New Subscriber

[@MK-Creator]

Hi Skytouch! Awesome to have you here! 😃👍

[@alexteimoori]

Great video

[@MK-Creator]

😃👍 thank you!

[@galamontages915]

I just opened my drone and watched this video. It’s unbelievable

[@MK-Creator]

So cool! I hope you will find many more videos useful and entertaining! I new video is soon coming and that one will blow your mind… it’s what nobody ever told you about ND filters and shutter speed!

[@galamontages915]

​@@MK-Creator I am looking forward

[@aarondavidson6409]

3:45 Thanks for leaving that in :)

[@MK-Creator]

😂 I couldn’t just remove it. Thanks for appreciating it 👍

[@tommythuyen4063]

I'm using Mavic Air...This is a big step in tracking & obstruct avoidance. But I hope next version could be better at thin branch avoidance. And at that time I may decide to upgrade...😆👍

[@ramzimakarem1837]

Thanks again for sharing such valuable tests. Sometimes, the background music is loud, and I have to put in an effort to hear what you are saying.

[@MK-Creator]

Thanks for your feedback 😃👍

[@Johnnyboybravo]

You said "shit" on almost tripping, but "yes" when the drone crashed? I would of been like "FUCK!"

[@MK-Creator]

😂😂😂

[@alonzoakbar6760]

Great video! Love my Mini 3 Pro so far. I will try this once I get the nerve.😂 👍🏾

[@MK-Creator]

I’m having an upcoming video that you don’t wanna miss… it kinda displays the value of having DJI Care 😂

[@alonzoakbar6760]

@@MK-Creator 😱

[@islanportela]

Hey man... Its fantastic! What dslr camera are you using on the tripod?

[@MK-Creator]

Thank you so much! I’m using the Sony A7S III: geni.us/sony-alfa7sIII An incredible camera. Before that I had the A7III Above link goes to Amazon and is an affiliate link. A way for you to support me, without costing you anything 😃

[@01bigtrev]

I tried something similar last week after having my drone for 2 months and it was about 7 feet up in the air and a bit windy and the branch clipped the top sending drone to ground. The gimbal arm cover cracked taking the full force on the concrete path. The gimbal cradle kind of popped open and was cracked on the bottom but was able to clip it all back in. Just tested the gimbal today and it looks like I’ve had a lucky escape and won’t have to send it into dji just yet. I’ve ordered a new plastic cover off Ali express. Tough little bastard

[@SlackerU]

I need one to document illegal burning in my neighborhood & I couldn't decide on the 12 pixel camera vs the 48 on the pro but with the ability to chase thieves I think I might need the new one.

[@DanielBerke]

I love the child-like delight of "Is it still following me? YES!" 😄

[@MK-Creator]

😂

[@funnyzen6002]

awesome

[@dapre]

yepp, im impressed :) I was just worried, you made it angry, and it finally ATTACKED ;)

[@MK-Creator]

😂 I have another one for you… being uploaded as we speak 😎👍

[@the.resintist]

That's wicked to know. One day I'll get the 3 pro but for now my DJI mini se flymore combo is still great just no . Well apart from lateral flow underneath which does do obstacle avoidance. Actual avoidance it hasn't got any in reality even if underneath it's capable of elevation of an obstacle if it has time to read it first so c mode it works above that it works but not so educated as such like the 3 pro does. I knew at some point it would fail but that's because the object was so small. Ok at low levels but much higher that could of been costly 😉. Still great video and wicked top tip turn off Rh set to hover. Which I questioned this function but as you've showed it has his purpose. No one wants a drone flying up high uncontrolled in a woods when 💩 happens 😉👌🫶👌😉

[@jesusgjchuza6491]

Very nice 🤝😎

[@MK-Creator]

😃👍

[@davidcarr2308]

Use a Camera Hood to help block some light Interference so It can trace objects better maybe?

[@chrisso1973]

A new way to play hide and seek! Awesome! 😂

[@bikersoncall]

Do any models have side sensors for avoiding side collisions? For this one, is there a way or path/pattern to ride a bike so it isn't lured into crashing into trees and shrubs on the sides?

[@sercan1230]

good thing i got it

[@odyan9806]

Good....!!!

[@MK-Creator]

Thank you

[@Akmal65]

Good

[@LEESTEPHEN28]

Do you need to cancel the side flying because mini 3 pro does not have side accidents avoidance on tracking

[@AllexBessa]

It's not a drone. I'ts a friend.

[@nrefoto]

Hej MK-Creator, findes der en indstilling på en DJI Mini 3 Pro, så man kan få den til at lave kontinuerlig nummerering af filerne, det er nemlig ikke smart, at den starter ved 0001, hver gang man har slettet eller formateret SD-kortet.

[@patfish3291]

I have the feeling that that works even better than on the Mini 4 Pro This drone is newer and has 360° sensora but i have the feeling that the Mini 3 Pro has a better resolution in the front because of the more narow lenses in the Front

[@MK-Creator]

I have the same thought… soon to be tested 😁

[@aliatceken2908]

Would it be safer to fly with a propeller guard?

[@johnrambo1349]

Mini 3 pro doesn't have side sensors. Try its bigger brother, the mavic 3 pro. It have front, back, side, bottom, top sensors.

[@MK-Creator]

You are absolutely right. But it’s a completely different drone. 👍

[@mikesmultimedia]

I thought the mini 3 didnt have sensors fir obstacle avoidance?

[@batchboy999]

Actually, I've tested tiny branches at slower speeds, avoidance works, but higher speeds is pushing it.

[@nat0106951]

how bout in city or small village? avoiding electric poles and electric cables?

[@MK-Creator]

I would imagine that the poles would be no problem, but the cords could be a potential problem to detect.

[@manuoz3545]

hi mate how does the follow me in forest work sideways as there are no side sensors on the drone and how does the drone work without crashing the trees ? Please advise. thanks.

[@MK-Creator]

The drone maps the surrounding while flying forward. Thanks to that it can fly sideways to avoid obstacles.

[@coolmanu55]

@@MK-Creator awesome mate. Thank you for your update. I think it's better to download the offline maps in the rc to make it more efficient.. Do you reckon?

[@droneflixstudios]

I wish mine would follow my vehicle from behind at 6 ft or so. I can locate it and identify the vehicle. But when I hit active track and go, it just sits there looking at me drive away. However, when I raise the drone directly above the vehicle it follows. 😂 mine has a problem.

[@MK-Creator]

That sounds so odd… sounds almost like it’s in a tripod mode. Very odd…

[@jaquanteharden]

The drone video looks like it came from a movie on Netflix 👍

[@MK-Creator]

I have never told anyone but you are right…. I’m pretty busy 😎😆👍

[@patfish3291]

Can you do that wit the 4 Pro again? ...Im not sure if it can do that as well ;-)

[@MK-Creator]

You bet I will! 🤪

[@patfish3291]

@@MK-Creator great 👍

[@angelmanuelcamacho8690]

Ill be scared to do what you just Demonstrated us, now I see that it won't crash when you go around a tree.

[@MK-Creator]

I know it’s scary at first. Or actually every time 😂

[@ScarboroughTourist]

It's nice to see what it can do; but personally I would never try it; I have no need.

[@GrizzlyGaz]

How did you isolate your voice so we dont hrar the drone?

[@MK-Creator]

Basically I just used a lav microphone, and a wireless microphone system. I have links to what I used in the description of the video :😃👍

[@manuoz3545]

but i heard that dji mini 3 pro does not take off automatically when thrown from hand ? r u sure .what settings do I need to do for that ?

[@MK-Creator]

I can see you find my other video where I go through hand 🚀

[@manuoz3545]

@@MK-Creator ya i saw it now, u controlled it through your other hand. gotcha. mate, however I have a doubt, if u have a bypass , and the drone does not have a side sensors and when you are active in the bush, how is it tracking side ways ? Like it is not crashing the trees right ? How does it work when it does not have the sensors on the side ? May I know. Just curious.

[@kemo75abuelula39]

👍

[@fredrikhornsen6826]

Wish I bought the pro just have mini 3.

[@MK-Creator]

There are indeed some things you need the Pro to be avid to do. But a good thing is that you can sell your mini 3 and get the Pro. I sold my mini 3 the other week and I actually got a fair amount when selling it.

[@chameleonpogono]

I have this drone and the active track doesn't work great if you are moving fast. I tried it while mountain biking and the second I move behind an object, it just flies off. I will be behind something, like a tree, for a second cause I'm moving quickly. Drone loses me. Been disappointed with it so far. Camera is great, though. If I could, I'd return it and save up for the Skydio. Much better action drone and you don't need a huge controller.

[@MK-Creator]

Thanks for sharing 😃👍

[@lastboomerstanding47]

The 3 pro has side obstacle avoidance sensors which the mini 3 is missing. Duplicating your active track with a mini 3 would be a disaster

[@MK-Creator]

Actually. The 3 pro has forward and backwards sensors. Not sideways. 3 has no sensors except downwards.

[@mikedamon8685]

I made my own prop storage guard... an elastic band..duh

[@MK-Creator]

You’re a real inventor 🥳👍

[@faisalali6622]

Test faild, i was going to buy dji mini 3 but it hit the branch so i am going to buy mavic mini 3. i dont need pro version. Thanks for letting me decide. active track faild, it shouldn't hit the branch even 1 time.

[@MK-Creator]

I’m happy I could assist in your decision. Btw, check the other active track videos I have also. I think you would like it.

[@Jan-wg7ti]

Do you guys think this auto-track could be used to film a skater in an (almost) empty skatepark?

[@MK-Creator]

Hmm. Depends. It’s worth a try. 😎

[@Jan-wg7ti]

@@MK-Creator that's a €1000 try. I'm not sure if I'm that rich 😅

[@MK-Creator]

I hear you. What I’m referring to is that the biggest issue would be that it’s loosing the tracked object and the drone will be stationary in the air 😁

[@Jan-wg7ti]

@@MK-Creator if that's happens occasionally it wouldn't be a huge problem. Safety-wise or so. Would just suck if my boy finally lands his run and the droge didn't follow 😂

[@Stefan_Boerjesson]

Thanks! Suppose I'm travelling on a bike, car, boat..... in a not return back travel. How do I prevent RTH due to battery to kick in? I did a similar flight manually steering the drone. Suddenly RTH kicked in, based on battery life for RTH, the drone turned around before I managed to cancel RTH. Look at the end of this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ioqpen2VZ9FknpY

[@odlanorirom]

…for me skydio 2+ is still the best autonomous drone….if only dji can have the same tech of skydio of active tracking and obstacle avoidance….its unfortunate skydio discontinued their consumer drones…

[@richardwagner282]

I think it's irresponsible to recommend removing the sticks while in flight even on active track. Suppose the active tract malfunctions and now you don't have quick access to control the drone because you have removed those important control features.

[@MK-Creator]

Thanks for sharing. It’s all up to you to decide what’s best and safest in your situation.

[@randymilton-ploof5071]

I can fly mine without the sticks just using the nubs .. it's no big deal really

[@MrXpter]

Dat is not my experience... my mini3pro did not see a small obstacle and is now still in Austria at a mountain.

[@juanh1093]

The drone flew sideways before the crash. The drone didn't have side sensors.

[@MK-Creator]

The drone flew into the branches straight forward. Also. The drone is set to bypass and it will then fly sideways to go around obstacles. The drone is mapping the surrounding while flying forward just so it can perform sideways flight to get around obstacles

[@fanz8689]

IMO, the mini 3 tracking is better than mavic 3

[@samw636]

You are carrying two things in your hands,what are they?

[@pawehebda2583]

Phone and drone controller

[@kemo75abuelula39]

Dual behöver någon hjälp med att filma dig

[@Otto-Peter]

please talk less 😂 ❤ well done. 👍🏼

[@MK-Creator]

Turn down the volume 😁 😏

[@Corexr7]

Stop...... RTH in active track works perfect, when it go up and sees something it will not crash into it. The sensors still work.

[@MK-Creator]

No. The DJI mini 3 pro has no sensors upwards! The forward sensors have a 90° total view. Not 90° upwards. If it avoids an obstacle above it’s because it’s also visible in front or behind.

[@rhymereason3449]

It won't be so much fun when they're equip ed with lasers and programmed to kill you...

[@MK-Creator]

Why should it kill you?? 😳😳😳

[@porschecarreras992cabriole8]

But it crashed!! It cannot be fully trusted