Xiaomi FIMI X8 SE Review - Part 1 - [Unboxing, Inspection, Setup, Pros & Cons]

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[@DustinDunnill]

Got a new discount code for $60 off if anyone's interested in picking up the X8se! Enter BGFIMI43 at checkout from here www.banggood.com/custlink/DmK3UAgezo to get the savings 👍.

[@DisHappah]

Does this abide with FAA no-fly zones/geofencing? i do real estate videos and the Mavic air two won't take off when there's an airport 5 miles away. geofencing actually believes that planes fly treetop level 4-5miles away on a neighborhood, SMH!

[@ozstrayapanoramas8610]

Hi Dustin, I've owned the FIMI X8 for over a week now and am very impressed with this drone. You can see my KZbin videos for reference. The FIMI X8 does not have forward side or rear sensors at all. It only has a bottom facing sonar sensor for landing. However this drone is so much fun to fly, super agile and responsive. I've owned the Mavic Pro and have an Autel Evo, and this drone is far more fun to fly. The intelligent modes all work ok. The camera will need a future firmware update as the default factory camera auto settings for the contrast and colour saturation are set too high. Long battery life of approx 25+ minutes. It doesn't have the whistle noise coming from the X3 or Mi drone propellers. Firmware updates are very easy, a prompt comes up on app screen, and downloads straight off the web onto your mobile device/controller. No need to directly download onto an SD card like the X3. Yes it will be a solid competitor against the Mavic Pro (mk 1) and/or Mavic Air. It is definitely no match against the higher quality Mavic 2's or Autel Evo with their superior cameras. However value for money this drone is unbeatable !!!!! I have a friend with a Phantom 4 Pro and after flying the X8, he now wants to purchase an X8 as his backup, due to being so impressed.

[@useryggfdcc]

A sim card is needed in the drone itself to do the updates.

[@DustinDunnill]

Thanks Ross. I was deceived when seeing the front visor and glancing at Xiaomi's site for the X8 where I thought I saw a picture of forward sensors detecting objects. Looks like it was a picture for it's position lock and says it uses the regular front camera also😂. I had it up last night for 25mins and got to 20% on battery cycle 2.

[@ozstrayapanoramas8610]

@@useryggfdcc yes it requires the purchase of a SD card of U3 standard or above. It will not update firmware without an SD card.

[@ozstrayapanoramas8610]

Apparently the front black area of drone aircraft is for a Pro version of the X8 to be released later, with front facing sensors

[@cpardon816]

I’ve been waiting since its announcement for a full and reliable review... Dustin Dunhill for the win!

[@mattfoley7881]

Thx for the review Dustin! So glad I didn’t pull the trigger on a Zino, and expect that after seeing your upcoming flight review, an X8 will be joining my fleet!

[@stephenmcbride6359]

Got my x8 se, a few months ago, Had the guts to push the range a little and ended up with footage you would be proud of. I live in the Yukon and got it in the fall." fimi x8 se, Takhini river in the fall. 4k long range". Thanks for helping me to push that little bit farther. sorry no sound.use into the wild.lol

[@DenonGregory]

Omg!!! Finally a reliable reviewer with this drone! Only Asian videos on this. Thanks Dustin!!! This just popped up in my notifications. I clicked this so fast. Lol. @Dustin and before you even said it I was like he's gonna love that storm topper face this drone has and then you said it haha.

[@ozstrayapanoramas8610]

Lol you haven't seen my X8 videos and I'm not Asian

[@darrenhanson3875]

Can't wait for the flight and range test! We may have a Mavic killer!

[@RonaldBrown59]

Great unboxing Dustin. It seems like a very interesting new Drone. I can't wait to see you give it a good flight test and video quality test. Cheers.

[@oisiaa]

Looks good. Wish they would have used black or grey plastic though.

[@masterpdj2623]

I'm looking at mines right now and I bet it'll be a east tape and paint job

[@damianfries7262]

Well done presentation, without bias I might add! It's understandable that DJI sets the benchmark that drone manufacturers attempt to reach and comparison is necessary. Again, great video/review.

[@CgitEinsteins]

i love the way you unboxing this drone

[@BigAlFPV17]

Awesome review Dustin!! Looking forward to the flight video

[@canerylmaz3896]

Really ı waited this video. Because this drone cheaper than dji mavic air but more than good product.

[@FrozenDung]

Wanted to see this! I am looking at getting the Parrot Anafi Extended but saw this and it looks great. Especially for the price!! Thanks Dustin great as always.

[@keytiger7]

I hope u set the wb to a different setting because every video i seen on this drone it has a bad blueish tint , but it flys great and has along flight time , i think fimi can fix the color in a firmware update, i like fimi and hope they go far.

[@yannmaestrati5023]

Was waiting for that one. Mahalo Dustin ;-)

[@nguyenkhoi2250]

I am really hoping to see part 2 of this video.

[@rc_addict_marc7714]

cant wait to see it fly keep up the great work Dustin!!!!

[@Usatorok]

Thanks for another educational video. When you do review it, please throw in some comparisons between this one and the Xiaomi 4K drone. Happy Lunar New Year.

[@rustyevolution6298]

Great review. FYI "X" in Chinese is pronounced Sh, so Shaomi, not Zaomi. They now own Segway and also produce all the rental scooters for Bird and Lime that you may see in your city. Now that they have tested the waters and entered the Drone market, you can bet on them upping their game and competing heavily with DJI.

[@DustinDunnill]

Thanks, I'll start pronouncing it like that 👍

[@CoasttoCoastDrones]

with tech so similar ...makes one wonder ... why are "other" brands charging so much ?!?

[@motormadness9975]

DJI gotta keep their investors happy so have to maximize profits

[@masterpdj2623]

I believe this company and others are about to kill DJI's high prices. This Is A Great Drone for the money.

[@zero00tolerance]

shhh dont say that the DJI fans will attack your comment. I blame Apple for this kind of garbage business practice.

[@CoasttoCoastDrones]

@@zero00tolerance it's kewl ...I've been having a twitter battle with DJI over how DJI "Select" accessory coupons should be accepted for the new consumer accessory smart controller ...LOL ...now they ignore me ... We will have Kelly Shores form Ready Set Drone on next week ...I'll ask him his opinion as well

[@Superlazy97]

similiar tech, but when u get dji, u definitely get great FEATURE and great CAMERA

[@reconnaissancesquadron222]

I have a Mavic Pro Alpine White (actually two, long story) and this is all strangely familiar. What we need to know is whether it can use Mavic accessories such as props, it looks like it might. 33 minute flight time and 5 km range really need testing, and there's nobody else we trust to test them properly.

[@ozstrayapanoramas8610]

It flies approx 25+ minutes, DJI accessories do not fit to the X8

[@masterpdj2623]

Ross is correct they don't.

[@uacl028]

Yaaaa!!!!! I was all set for a marathon session here, but always leave them wanting more,lol

[@DustinDunnill]

Hey everyone. Here's a coupon that's good for around $75 off the X8 when purchased here goo.gl/DmNGCQ use code 01F59B More flight and range tests coming shortly for the X8 so stay tuned to the channel. They've already pushed an update to improve the camera and range a few days ago which will also be included in future reviews to compare. Thanks for hanging out with me. Aloha, -Dustin

[@christopherwaggoner7125]

Whats the best way to cycle the battery?

[@DustinDunnill]

Fly to 50% a few times. Then down to 20% a few more.

[@angry-white-men]

So did this update fix the blue tint issue?

[@leemilica]

Wow, the timing was insane. Just as i found out about this drone, I was thinking about asking you to review this, but when I checked. You did. The same day.

[@DustinDunnill]

Hey everyone! New $75 off code! Use this one now: 01F59B and enjoy your awesome new drone! Aloha, -Dustin

[@Doja421]

looking good so far

[@alancarter8396]

I’ve really been looking forward to your review on this one. It’s looking good so far. Just the spare batteries availability question now.

[@gdhall5311]

I have been waiting for your review of this quad because I was going to get the A3 but now I want to see what this one can do as well. Good job Dustin.

[@RonaldBrown59]

I don't know which Fimi I want to get either.

[@candlercando]

Ron Brown I still like the ideas of the a3 since it needs no phone or tablet. But the fimi are not going to top the Phantom 4 with features

[@ozstrayapanoramas8610]

The X8 is far superior, why do I know, I've owned the X8 for over a week now.

[@RonaldBrown59]

@@candlercando This is a good point, plus it's way cheaper than the X8.

[@RonaldBrown59]

@@ozstrayapanoramas8610 Congrats on getting the X8.

[@Steve_J]

It seems I'm always tarty to the party, I just got the Mavic Air last month. It's my first folding bird, hope I don't regret waiting longer (LOL) and getting this. $$$$ By the way, Great job AGAIN Dustin! WOW 117K

[@ozstrayapanoramas8610]

Mavic Air is a good drone but battery life is average, not the same as the X8 with 25+ minutes flight time.

[@denkn]

Great un-boxing Dustin. Looking forward to the flight reviews from you. It looks like the SAR function is Search and Rescue as you guessed. It will give you real-time GPS coordinates and it has a 3X zoom...

[@routeMeHarder]

Thanks for the great review! Just an FYI on Lithium batteries: don't cycle them, it only shortens their life. Cycling was for NiCd batteries.

[@CoasttoCoastDrones]

NOW I love Star Wars ....but Star Trek RULES !! Nice video friend

[@BBooka]

It looks Xiaomi put a lot of work into this product. This bench review looks great.

[@richardconrad9984]

You were describing what it looks like , to me it looks like a 1970 Roadrunner Plymouth Road check it out it looks like a 1970-71 Plymouth Roadrunner without a doubt I guess I'm an old Mopar man... ... You know what MOPAR MEANS?......" Moms old pig ain't running" !!! (Chrysler's were the fastest cars in Highschool 1975) I am going to buy it and give it a try! FYI. BBC

[@richardconrad9984]

PS great job in the description! I am a fan of yours now .....Keep up the good work! Can you get me a good price? Please thanks again. BBC

[@pdtech4524]

Impressive! Looks very promising 😎👍 This is great news for the drone consumer, packed with high end features, at a fraction of the cost of a premium drone! 👍😁💥

[@MichaelRyannz]

I am interested if this one restricts you flying at some airports where you do have permission to do so... or if it just locks you out.. looks very interesting. I wonder if a version will come out with two batteries in the box..

[@BIGDRONEFLYER77RC]

Sweet I knew you would get it, I was waiting on the 3 but my sponsor left and now it's a no go. Lol but that's how it goes in the reviewing business. Great job Dustin and congrats 🎉 on your channels success brother, keep up the amazing work you do. Cheers🍻 - Donnie - 😉🤙

[@PaulWingfield]

Dustin, WOW! Looks very cool. I bought the Mi4K after seeing your reviews and now have the Mavic Air. Both very good. This has me interested so hurry up and get it in the air, please. ;)

[@Polecat54941]

What an amazingly comprehensive reviewer you are Dustin, If I was going to spend that kind of money I would defiantly visit your channel first as I did with my Hubsan 501 Thanks a lot for doing these :)

[@uandeleon290]

when I grew Up im just 13 so Im just a Kid🤣 When I make My own Drone company I will make a Storm Trooper Design Especially For You DustinTrooper Love Your Video Dustin ❤️👍🏻

[@tomislavbosnjak7435]

Did you know that a Mavic Pro actualy have empty sloot inside for the memorry card?It is locatet undernieght the front hood on the motherboard :) Nice and detailed video,great job again :D

[@sambabal8026]

every time you release a video i just get so excited

[@davidhronowski5114]

Can’t wait for your conclusion after the flight test. Great unboxing video.

[@zero00tolerance]

Good good more competions to bring down Apple high prices oops i mean DJI

[@patvance4829]

Dustin when will you do a flight test?

[@jonolonohunter]

If i want buy drone,can u pick which one,mavic mini or fimi x8?

[@raniasawda239]

Nice one👍 can't wait to buy Fimi-x8

[@periometro]

the aesthetic is much more beautiful than the mavic, evo or anafi series

[@psynk0527]

Just got mine and are watching your videos. I thought my controller didn't come with the sticks until I saw this video with the sticks tucked into the left side. I thought they were some kind of rollers. Thanks!

[@CreeperBloxy]

Like the auto Evo and Mavic 2 had a baby lol

[@masterpdj2623]

Just made a pair of parabolic range extenders from a paper towel or toilet paper roll with aluminum foil for my X8 and wow 4500M easy, try it guys

[@Ashleycb97]

What range where you getting before mate? Just watched a video and someone only got 900M roughly which seems so poor. MIne is still on preorder and I would rather cancel than wait till Mid-March if the range is so poor. Thx

[@useryggfdcc]

@@Ashleycb97 My Fimi X8 went 2km after SW updates.

[@masterpdj2623]

@@Ashleycb97 got about 2 miles and that's not bad for a $400 drone. But after adding my home made range extender I got over 3 miles. It's a good drone Ashley, I just flew it again just now and Xiaomi is doing updates almost daily I'm seeing so they are supporting this drone

[@Ashleycb97]

@@useryggfdcc Ah thank you, appreciate you sharing that with me :)

[@Ashleycb97]

@@masterpdj2623 No I guess not, It's great to see they are updating daily that really is fantastic, you've restored my hope in it now. Appreciate it, looks like ill do the range extender the moment I get it then. :)

[@FIMIofficial]

Don’t forget to update the firmwares

[@DustinDunnill]

When I put an SD card in it notified me of updates and updated everything. Very easy without any complications 👍

[@originalhdchannel7882]

i wont buy this because max alt is 120m

[@billspada5840]

@@originalhdchannel7882 Why are you guys are so easy to get wrongly conclusion? It's 500m not 120m.

[@BHINNEKAPRO]

Mantab bosquh..

[@loso7799]

Great video Can't wait lets go fly lol I think I'm more ready and anxious than u

[@keithdouglas8707]

Nice video. 🙂 Are there options in the camera settings for iso and shutter speed also would have been nice if they added time lapse in the flight modes. I'm really hoping this one performs well

[@DustinDunnill]

I saw ISO adjustment and many more options in manual cam mode. But not shutter speed. I'll look more into it for flight test.

[@ells-aviation]

Can’t wait for the flight ✈️

[@mrguitman99]

I'm excited about this one. Cant wait for the flight test, and to see if 33min is true. Awesome video.

[@ozstrayapanoramas8610]

It flies approx 25+ minutes, as I already have the X8. It's not 33 minutes.

[@BHINNEKAPRO]

Fimi 8..is the best..

[@mitsos88spyr]

Hello my friend . First of all.... i love your reviews. really , but i have a question . On the right side of the drone in the spot in which you put the sd card in ..Do you know why it has the micro usb port? is it to transfer your files without taking out your sd card ? And also , what is going on with the swith of wifi and rc ? Did you manage to fly it without the remote? Thank you very much in advance . Greetings from greece .

[@dragosciustea7285]

My first comment on youtube, ever, never felt the need. Dustin, please please please make a range test and flight time of this drone. Only reason I did not buy this already is because all the other "house" reviews were a lottle shady and not trustworthy. Thank you sir, bought tge air after your range test " mavic air flight to Mordor", maybe you can do the same with the X8.

[@DustinDunnill]

Absolutely. Testing all 👍

[@Limian0]

Still waiting for the same configuration, FIMI x8 SE and OnePlus 6T :D It's supposed to arrive early next month

[@DustinDunnill]

🙂👍

[@pierobarese]

Good video...Million of views are coming 😉

[@SkyTECKDog]

Awesome video i’m waiting for this drone so long ! Where did you buy it ? I’m waiting for flying test and intelligent flying mode test

[@DustinDunnill]

I got it from link in description under video 👍

[@ningninggmm]

3 x USB Cable , Buy from another place ? in my box not include.

[@uniquetechytricky2928]

What is the weight of this drone?? Please reply me 😔🙏

[@k6lsn]

Dustin, did you notice a VR feature in the app? Double check? If not wonder if there's a developer contact as to suggest that in a future update? Thx :)

[@DustinDunnill]

I did not notice a VR option. Will investigate more in upcoming reviews for it 👍

[@Slydad]

Hey Dustin. This X8 is looking very good so far. Like you, I pre-ordered the A3 and cancelled. Waiting for your review on that also. Will be watching for flight, range and flight time review of X8. Thanks.

[@geogeogeos1]

Awesome, please make the flying video can't wait for that. And if possible use the metric system. Thank you.

[@1aam17]

Im gonna laugh when you say its better than the mavic. Great video and congrats on the 100k

[@ozstrayapanoramas8610]

It's comparable to the Mavic Pro mk 1 but doesn't have collision sensors or DJI's great firmware. But for the price it's an amazing package.

[@Guoenyi]

I always bring 2 sd cards with my photoshoots. Never needed a build-in memory in my camera...

[@brucemcleod5575]

I so wanna put google eyes on the front. Do you think there is anything behind there?

[@DustinDunnill]

Apparently this SE model's obstacle sensor is not there or activated from reports. A pro model will have it 🤔 sorry.

[@CuriousCatFPV]

Great review !

[@CuriousCatFPV]

Can't wait for the flight test... How is the weather in Hawaii ? :)

[@DustinDunnill]

Flight test is up. Snow on Haleakala! 😂

[@moskoDK]

Sorry - of topic. What phone is that?

[@DustinDunnill]

One plus 6T

[@gaminglife8100]

Im going to buy mavic pro in about a month or 2...soo excited😯 Yeah the mavic 2 has came out you might say to buy that...? Will u? Im buying it for fun not for any job and business purposes so i wanna buy that and its cheaper than mavic 2...! Is it ok to buy mavic pro in 2019???

[@danieltaormina1472]

Always the best

[@bostjanhohnec2371]

Great to introduce this FIMI X8 SE dron. Very instructive how and where there is a function. This video for my settings was very helpful to my FIMI X8 SE dron. Thank you and so do it. 😁😁😆👍👌👌👌

[@DustinDunnill]

OK everyone here's a new WORLDWIDE discount code for $100 off the FIMI X8se when purchased here goo.gl/DmNGCQ Use code BGFIMIX8SE and select the GWTR warehouse at checkout. Limited to 20 uses so go and treat yourself to the fathers day gift you know you deserve. This drone is worth it in my book. Aloha -Dustin ✌🍻

[@ProlificInvention]

Excellent review, I'm sold if this flys near its advertised capabilities and features operate well.

[@smileybrotherslawncare9599]

Hey Dustin, could you do a camera comparison of this vs the parrot bebop 2 power? The mavic would also be a good comparison, but it is kinda unfair because its like twice the price, whereas the bebop is much closer to this in price. Thanks!

[@Pseud0rand0m]

Hey Dustin, I'm really thinking I'm gonna pull the trigger on this FIMI Drone and have two questions...how long did it take to get to you? I've seen as long as two months on the reviews. Also, where does one get the U.S. type plug for charging? I'm not seeing one on the crazy site, lol. Thanks!

[@Ashleycb97]

DESPERATELY WAITING FOR PART 2!!!!!!!!!!!!!!11

[@dronepb6238]

Good afternoon. Does this drone accept Litchi (FPV application)?

[@Bryan_ATL]

Dustin you just brought a very nice option to the table and we really appreciate it, very nice video and I can’t wait to see the fly test video, thank you very much!

[@bnfl23]

Thanks, and can't wait for the flight review.

[@shovapoudel4430]

Omg dream...i wish i could earn money

[@reefercrazy1]

Dustin could you please share the link for the tablet holder and range extenders

[@furballkimfpv9365]

Hi Dustin Dunhill how have you been doing. Hope all is well. Great review of that drone. Looks interesting. awesome channel

[@candlercando]

Can’t wait to see the showstoppers Dustin finds wrong with The Xiaomi. I know we are all going to have some good laughs lol

[@dondec]

Nicely done. Like everybody else... waiting for Pt2. Hope everything's ok?

[@FrontierNG]

The correct bind procedure is to turn the controller first and then the drone, that's why you could not connect the first time.

[@DustinDunnill]

I did it the exact same way with drone on first the second time and many times since. It doesn't matter it seems but if Xiaomi recommends controller on first then 👍

[@FrontierNG]

@@DustinDunnill I could be that your drone was not binded to the aircraft from the factory, some other owners reported that so it is a possibility. In any case thank you for your review, waiting your flight test video.

[@cameroncyr354]

Do you need an sd card for the camera to connect?

[@dickielu]

Great unboxing review! Looks like at steal at $499 for preorders.

[@StudioBlackWhite]

Hello. Do you have a WIFI USB Repeater Module from Xiaomi 4k drones to test the conection without wired cable between remote and phone? to put in fpv glass without wired cable or streaming video to another device. Thanks

[@DustinDunnill]

I do not sorry

[@StudioBlackWhite]

@@DustinDunnill Ok. thanks

[@Peteriscoolz]

You say the x8 has forward fronting obstical avoidance but it doesn't that little star wars sensor does nothing at the moment. Fimi said on facebook there might be x8 pro or different models with different features possibly OA. Looking forward to range and battery test I have mine on pre order if it comes close to 5km range I definitely won't cancel!

[@masterpdj2623]

No it doesn't

[@DustinDunnill]

Sorry it's a bit deceiving and looks like a sensor. I also skimmed the Fimi X8 site and a picture looked like it had it. I'll correct it in next video 👍

[@cornel_gabrian]

Hi, from what site and when did you pre-order the Xiaomi FIMI X8 SE? How much time passed between the pre-order and the moment you received the package? I ask you this because I have ordered this drone on January 3rd 2019 and I didn't receive it yet. Thank you!

[@pianandrill]

Ok, I was waiting for one thing you said nothing about - what are the camera controls, do you have shutter speed, iso and aperture settings? If this drone is like xiaomi mi 4k then I'm totaly not interested and it can't beat any mavic!

[@DustinDunnill]

Yes it has in manual cam settings control. I cut it out because was totally out of focus 😂

[@reggiebarron3849]

pianandrill stop comparing every quad to a dji. have 13 different quads and all are different and serve different purpose. have 3 dji ones and love them i also love to fly all my other ones two . a BMW is not a Mercedes. a toyota is not a Honda a Ferrari. is not a porshe and a rolls Royce is not a Bentley.djis are not the only good quad.and i love dji quads but they have their issues to.

[@jean-pierreroy8294]

Great review hope to see flight test soon ... any obstacle avoidance ?

[@DustinDunnill]

Some are saying this SE model has none but the next version will.

[@Merc5953]

Definitely looks promising. Reminds me of my Parrot Anafi. Looking forward to the next video.

[@jaysun070476]

Can you fit a nd filter on the lense awsome looking drone. The controller design looks better then the mavick air

[@DustinDunnill]

I'll have to try some of my filters from other drones 👍