BEST Drone to Buy in 2024 - Mini 4 Pro vs Air 3 vs Mavic 3 Pro

Summary

This video script offers a detailed comparison of DJI's drone lineup, including the Mini 3, Mini 4 Pro, Air 3, Mavic 3 Classic, Mavic 3 Pro, and the Cine version of the Mavic 3. It covers their features, price points, and suitability for different users, emphasizing the importance of factors like weight, camera capabilities, obstacle avoidance, and transmission range. The script provides insights into the best drone choices for various needs, from casual flying to professional filmmaking, and highlights the benefits of DJI's Care Refresh program for added peace of mind.

Takeaways

• 💰 The DJI drone lineup includes the Mini 3, Mini 4 Pro, Air 3, Mavic 3 Classic, Mavic 3 Pro, and the Cine version of Mavic 3, with prices ranging from $469 to $4,799 for the base models.
• 🛫 All drones come with at least one battery and a basic controller, but the Fly More package offers additional batteries and accessories for enhanced flying experience.
• 💡 DJI Care Refresh program offers one or two-year coverage with options to replace the drone for a small fee in case of accidents or damage.
• 📱 There are three controller styles: RCN1/2 (entry-level), DJI RC (mid-level with built-in screen), and RC Pro (advanced with HDMI out), each suitable for different drone models.
• 🚀 Weight considerations are crucial; the Mini 3 and Mini 4 Pro are sub 250g, making them suitable for regions with strict drone weight regulations.
• 📷 Camera and gimbal setups vary significantly across models, with the Mavic 3 Pro offering a 4/3 inch Hasselblad camera and multiple lenses for greater versatility.
• 🎥 Obstacle avoidance technology is present in all but the Mini 3, with advanced models offering 360-degree obstacle avoidance for safer flying.
• 🎬 Video capabilities range from 4K 30fps in the Mini 3 to 5.1K at 50fps in the Mavic 3 with the Cine version supporting Apple ProRes codec for professional production.
• ⏱ Flight times are generally around 40 minutes, with variations depending on battery types and drone models.
• 🚀 The Air 3 and Mavic 3 series offer faster ascent, descent, and horizontal speeds compared to the Mini series for more dynamic filming.
• 🎞 Frame rates vary by model, with the Mini 4 Pro and Air 3 offering up to 4K at 100fps and the Mavic 3 capable of 5.1K at 50fps for high-quality slow-motion footage.

Q & A

What is the price range for the DJI drones mentioned in the video?

The price range starts at $469 for the Mini 3 and goes up to $4,799 for the Mavic 3 Cine version, with the base models including the drone, a cheaper controller, and one battery.

What are the different controller options available for these drones?

There are three styles of controllers: RCN1 or RCN2 (stripped-down and uses your phone), DJI RC (built-in screen, more features), and RC Pro (most advanced with HDMI out, but compatible only with Mavic 3 drones).

How does the DJI Care Refresh program work?

It's a coverage program offering one-year or two-year options where DJI will replace your drone for a small fee in case of crashes, water damage, flyaways, or normal wear and tear.

What is the significance of the weight and size of these drones?

The Mini 3 and Mini 4 Pro are sub 250g, suitable for regions with weight restrictions. The other drones are heavier but still portable, fitting into a backpack for travel.

How does the camera and gimbal setup differ between the drones?

The Mini and Air series have a 1/3 inch sensor, the Mavic 3 has a 4/3 inch sensor, and the Mavic 3 Pro offers three cameras with focal lengths of 24 mm, 70 mm, and 166 mm.

What are the advantages of the Air 3's dual cameras?

The Air 3 has one wide-angle lens and one telephoto lens, providing versatility and a super zoomed-in view for capturing subjects from a distance.

What is the main difference between the Mavic 3 Classic and Mavic 3 Pro in terms of camera capabilities?

The Mavic 3 Classic has one wide camera equivalent to 24 mm, while the Mavic 3 Pro has three cameras with focal lengths of 24 mm, 70 mm, and 166 mm, offering a wider range of shooting options.

What are the video frame rates and resolutions available on these drones?

The Mini 3 goes up to 4K at 30fps, Mini 4 Pro and Air 3 go up to 4K at 100fps and HD at 200fps, and the Mavic 3 series can reach 5.1K at 50fps and 4K at 120fps, except for the 70 mm and 166 mm cameras which are limited to 4K at 60fps.

How do the drones differ in terms of transmission range?

The Mini 3 uses O2 transmission, Mini 4 Pro and Air 3 use O4 transmission with up to 20 km range, and the Mavic 3 series use O3 Plus transmission, which is compatible with the advanced RC Pro controller.

Which drones offer true vertical shooting?

The Mini 3 and Mini 4 Pro have cameras that rotate, allowing for native vertical shooting. The Air 3 has a limited vertical mode at 2.7K resolution, and the Mavic 3 series do not have a vertical mode, requiring cropping of the horizontal image.

What is the main factor to consider when choosing a drone from this lineup?

The choice depends on the user's specific needs, such as the importance of weight, the number of cameras required, desired shooting capabilities, and whether advanced features like obstacle avoidance and tracking are necessary.

What additional resources are available for learning more about these drones?

DJI offers a comparison tool on their website to compare the drones side by side, and the speaker has created beginner guides for each drone and a course series for aspiring YouTube creators.

Outlines

00:00

🛸 Overview of DJI Drones and Their Features

This paragraph introduces the video's purpose, which is to explore DJI's lineup of drones to determine the best option for various users. It mentions the different drone models such as the Mini 3, Mini 4 Pro, Air 3, Mavic 3 Classic, Mavic 3 Pro, and the Cine version of Mavic 3. The speaker intends to showcase footage from these drones and discuss their unique features and how they cater to different user needs. The paragraph also touches on the importance of price, the availability of the Flymore package for additional accessories and batteries, and DJI's Care Refresh program for drone coverage.

05:01

💰 Pricing and Controller Options

The paragraph delves into the price range of the drones, starting with the most affordable Mini 3 at $469 and going up to the Mavic 3 Cine version at $4,799 for the base model. The speaker also discusses the Flymore package, which includes multiple batteries and extra accessories, and how it varies in price for each drone model. Additionally, the importance of considering DJI's Care Refresh program for potential drone damage or wear and tear is emphasized. The paragraph concludes with an overview of the three styles of controllers available for these drones: the RCN1/RCN2, DJI RC, and RC Pro, each with its unique features and compatibility.

10:03

📦 Size, Weight, and Portability

This section focuses on the size, weight, and portability of the drones, highlighting the sub 250g weight of the Mini 3 and Mini 4 Pro, which may be necessary depending on local regulations. The speaker also compares the weight of the Air 3 and Mavic 3 series, noting that despite their heavier weight, they are still compact and easy to carry in a backpack. The trade-off between the size of the drone and the size of its battery is discussed, as well as the wind resistance that comes with heavier drones. The paragraph concludes with a visual comparison of the drones' sizes relative to each other and their fit in a backpack.

15:03

🎥 Camera and Gimbal Differences

The paragraph discusses the significant differences in camera and gimbal setups across the drone models. The Mini and Air series have a 1/3 inch sensor, with the Air 3 boasting two cameras for wide and telephoto lenses. The Mavic 3 series features a larger 4/3 inch sensor, with the Mavic 3 Pro offering three cameras for a range of focal lengths. The paragraph also addresses the variable aperture of the Mavic 3 Classic and the different sensors and apertures of the Mavic 3 Pro's multiple cameras. The speaker shares a personal preference for the Air 3's consistent sensor across both cameras for easier footage matching during editing.

🚀 Speed, Performance, and Frame Rates

This section compares the speed and performance of the drones, noting that the Mini series drones are slower compared to the Air 3 and Mavic 3 series. Specific takeoff, descent, and horizontal speed times are provided for each drone model. The paragraph also discusses the frame rates available for video recording, with the Mini 3 being limited to 4K at 30fps, the Mini 4 Pro and Air 3 offering 4K at 100fps and Full HD at 200fps, and the Mavic 3 series providing higher resolutions and frame rates, including 5.1K at 50fps and 4K at 120fps. The lack of vertical mode in the Mavic 3 series is mentioned, making the Mini 3 and Mini 4 Pro more suitable for vertical content creation.

🌐 Transmission, Range, and Final Recommendations

The final paragraph discusses the transmission capabilities of the drones, with the Mini 3 using O2 transmission, the Mini 4 Pro and Air 3 using O4 transmission for up to 20 km of range, and the Mavic 3 series using O3 Plus transmission. The speaker then provides personal recommendations based on different user needs, such as the 70mm camera lens for unique perspectives, the Mini 4 Pro for color grading flexibility, and the Mavic 3 Pro Cine version for professional productions. The paragraph concludes with resources for further information, including DJI's comparison tool, beginner guides for each drone, and a course series for aspiring drone content creators.

Keywords

💡Drone Lineup

The term 'Drone Lineup' refers to the range of drone models offered by DJI, including the Mini 3, Mini 4 Pro, Air 3, Mavic 3 Classic, Mavic 3 Pro, and the Cine version of the Mavic 3. Each model has unique features and caters to different user needs, such as portability, camera quality, and flight performance. The video script discusses the various aspects of these drones to help viewers determine the best fit for their requirements.

💡Price

Price is a crucial factor for consumers when choosing a drone. The video script provides a breakdown of the costs associated with each drone model, including the base model and the Fly More package, which offers additional batteries and accessories. It also mentions the DJI Care Refresh program, which provides coverage for potential damages or crashes, adding an extra cost consideration for buyers.

💡Controllers

Controllers are the devices used to operate the drones. The script discusses three styles of controllers: the RCN1 or RCN2, which are more basic and require using a smartphone; the DJI RC, which has a built-in screen and more features; and the RC Pro, which offers advanced features like HDMI output and is compatible only with the Mavic 3 drones. The choice of controller can affect the ease and flexibility of flying the drone.

💡Weight and Size

Weight and size are important considerations for drone users, especially when it comes to portability and transportability. The Mini series drones are sub 250g, making them suitable for regions with strict drone regulations. The Mavic 3 series, while heavier, are still compact enough to fit into a backpack, making them travel-friendly but with increased wind resistance due to their weight.

💡Camera and Gimbal Setup

The camera and gimbal setup refers to the photographic and video capabilities of the drones. This includes the sensor size, lens options, and the stability provided by the gimbal. A better camera and gimbal setup can result in higher quality images and smoother footage, especially in low light conditions or when zooming in on subjects.

💡Obstacle Avoidance

Obstacle avoidance is a safety feature in drones that uses sensors to detect and prevent collisions with objects. The video script highlights the difference in obstacle avoidance capabilities across the drone lineup, with the Mini 3 lacking this feature and the other models offering 360-degree obstacle avoidance, enhancing user confidence during flight.

💡Tracking

Tracking refers to the drone's ability to follow and keep a subject in focus while filming. Different drones offer various tracking modes, such as ActiveTrack, Spotlight, and Point of Interest, providing flexibility in capturing moving subjects. The script explains how tracking functionality varies depending on the drone model and its obstacle avoidance capabilities.

💡Video Recording

Video recording capabilities include the frame rates, resolution, and codecs available for shooting video with the drones. Higher frame rates and better codecs, like Apple ProRes in the Mavic 3 Pro Cine version, offer more flexibility in post-production, such as color grading and integration into high-end productions.

💡Flight Time

Flight time refers to the duration a drone can stay airborne on a single battery charge. Factors such as drone weight, battery size, and user behavior can affect flight time. The script compares the flight times of different drone models, with most falling in the 40-minute range, and notes the availability of different battery options for some drones.

💡Speed and Performance

Speed and performance pertain to how quickly and efficiently a drone can ascend, descend, and maneuver. The script discusses the differences in speed between the smaller, lighter drones like the Mini series and the more powerful Air 3 and Mavic 3 drones, which can reach higher speeds and offer a quicker response time during flight.

💡Vertical Shooting

Vertical shooting refers to the ability to capture content in a vertical orientation, which is popular for social media platforms like Instagram. Some drones in the lineup, like the Mini 3 and Mini 4 Pro, have a rotating camera that allows for native vertical shooting, while others, like the Air 3, offer a vertical mode with limited resolution.

Highlights

DJI's lineup of drones offers a wide range of features catering to different user needs.

The Mini 3 is the most affordable option at $469, while the Mini 4 Pro is priced at $759.

The Air 3 and Mavic 3 series drones provide higher resolution and advanced features compared to the Mini series.

The Mavic 3 Pro and Cine versions offer professional-grade features such as the 4/3 inch Hasselblad camera and Apple ProRes codec.

DJI's Care Refresh program offers drone replacement services for a small fee in case of accidents or damage.

There are three styles of controllers available for DJI drones, each with different levels of functionality.

The Mini 3 and Mini 4 Pro are lightweight and sub 250g, making them suitable for regions with strict drone weight regulations.

The Air 3 and Mavic 3 series drones offer obstacle avoidance technology for safer flying.

The Mavic 3 Pro has three cameras with varying focal lengths, providing a wide range of shooting options.

The Air 3 features two cameras with different lenses, offering both wide and telephoto perspectives.

The Mini series drones have a simpler controller option and lack obstacle avoidance and tracking features.

All drones in DJI's lineup support JPEG and RAW photography, with advanced color profiles available for the Mavic series.

The Mavic 3 Pro Cine version includes a 1TB internal hard drive, suitable for high-end productions.

Flight times for all drones are in the 40-minute range, with the Mini 3 offering extended flight batteries for longer use.

The Air 3 and Mavic 3 drones offer faster ascent, descent, and horizontal speeds compared to the Mini series.

The Mini 3 and Mini 4 Pro support native vertical shooting, while the Air 3 has a limited vertical mode.

Transmission capabilities vary among the drones, with the OcuSync 2.0 offering up to 20 km of range.

Ultimately, the best drone for an individual depends on their specific needs, shooting requirements, and budget.

Transcripts

in this video I want to go through dji's

lineup of drones to figure out which

drone is the best for you whether it's

the mini3 Mini 4 Pro air3 mavic 3

classic mavic 3 Pro there's a wide range

of features that all of these drones

have but there's also unique things for

each drone and depending on your

situation you're going to want to pick

one drone over the other and so in this

video I'm going to show you a ton of

footage from all of these drones but

also I'm going to talk about all the

features that make make them different

all right let's get into

[Music]

it so the drones that we're talking

about in this video is the Mini 3 mini4

Pro air3 mavic 3 classic mavic 3 Pro and

then the cine version of the mavic 3 and

so this is the lineup of the newest of

each model from the cheapest to the most

expensive and I know there's other

drones in dji's lineup That kind of fill

in between these drones however this

video would be super long if I went

through every single drone and also

these are the newest versions of each

lineup so these are going to be the

drones that you're most likely going to

want to get and so first let's just talk

about price because there's a wide range

here so the mini3 sits at 469 the Mini 4

Pro sits at 759 the air3 sits at 1,99

the mavic 3 classic is at

$15.99 the mavic 3 Pro is at

$21.99 and the mavic 3 C is

$4,799 and this is for the base model

which is basically the Drone the cheaper

controller and one battery so it's only

the essentials to be able to start

flying however most of us are going to

want to get the flymore package which

has multiple batteries and a few extra

accessories that just make it a lot

easier when working with this drone and

so you can see here on the screen here's

the prices of the flymore package with

the more expensive controller for each

one of these drones so there's different

price points for each drone and once you

find the Drone that you're looking for

you're going to want to have to decide

if one battery and the cheaper

controller is enough or if you want to

get the flymore package which has all of

the different accessories plus the three

batteries now with all of these drones

you should consider getting dji's care

refresh program and they have options

for either one year or 2 years and DJI

will replace your drone for a small fee

if you crash it if there's water damage

if there's a fly away or just from

natural wear and tear and so you could

have coverage for either one year or 2

years so you have peace of mind when

you're out flying and this is something

that you purchase right when you get

your drone and so if you want to see

more information about the DJI care

refresh I'll include a link down below

description to where you can check out

all the details about this program and

the different prices for each one of

these drones now there's three styles of

controllers that you're going to be able

to use with these drones there's the

rcn1 or rcn2 which is going to be the

most stripped down controller and this

one you use your phone in and there's

two versions of this depending on which

transmission signal you're using and

then the next size controller up is the

DJI RC and there's two versions of the

RC depending on which transmission

you're using in your drone so both of

these controllers have a screen built in

and they have more features on the

controller themselves to be able to give

you more buttons and flexibility when

you're flying the Drone and then there's

the RC Pro which has even more advanced

features and it has things like an HDMI

out however this controller doesn't work

with all of these drones you can only

use this controller with the mavic 3

drones so if you're getting one of the

other drones you're just going to decide

between the version of controller that's

going to hold your phone or the RC that

has a screen built in personally I like

the RC because it just makes it a lot

easier to fly and I don't always have to

have my phone in the controller now one

of the big deciding factors of which

drone you're going to want to get is

going to be the weight so the mini3 and

the Mini 4 Pro are both sub 250 g and so

depending on where you're at in the

world you might need a drone that's

under 250 g and so you're going to want

to stick with the Min series of drones

the other drones are all going to be

heavier and when you look at the air3

and the mavic 3 Series they're similar

so the air3 is closer to size to the

mavic 3s versus The Minis and the air3

is 720 G and the mavic 3 classic is

895 G and the mavic 3 Pro is 958 G

however with all of these drones they

still are small enough to fit into your

backpack and so I just want to show you

side by side here is all three of these

drones with the RC controller in my

backpack and you can see how much space

the mavic 3 Series takes up versus the

air series versus the miniseries and so

if you're someone who's really focused

on travel or you need small drones well

the mini might be a good option because

they are so small and also with a small

drone comes smaller Batteries Now the

controller is going to be the same for

all of them so it's not just the size of

the Drone but it's all the accessories

that you bring with it however even with

the mavic 3 Series being larger they're

still easy to travel with I've taken my

mavic 3 Pro on different documentary

trips and I've easily kept it in my

backpack when I'm going on the plane and

when I'm out hiking with the Drone the

good thing about all of these drones and

DJI lineup is they're all small and

compact to be able to take with you

anywhere it just depends on how much

space you really want to save and if the

Mini 3 makes sense with the other

features versus getting one of the

bigger drones now also with size and

weight you're going to have more wind

resistance on the heavier drone they

have more power and they are heavier

when you're working with the miniseries

they're lighter and they can be pushed

around a little bit more than the mavic

3 so if you're working in super windy

environments that might be something to

consider and your mavic 3 drones are

going to perform much better than the

miniseries now probably the biggest

difference between all of these drones

is the camera and the gimbal setup and

so on the mini and the air you have a

one and 1/3 in sensor now the big

difference with the air is you have two

cameras so you have one WI lens and then

you have one telephoto lens and this is

a huge advantage of the air3 now on the

mavic 3 you have a 4/3 in Hustle BL

camera so you have a really nice sensor

on these bigger drones and it's also a

much bigger sensor so you're going to be

able to get better photos and especially

when you're shooting in lower light

situations now the big difference

between the mavic 3 classic and the

mavic 3 Pro is the amount of cameras so

on the mavic 3 classic you just have one

wide camera that's equivalent to a 24 mm

but on the mavic 3 Pro you have three

cameras so you have a 24 mm a 70 mm and

then 166 mm so you have a wide range of

focal links that you can use when you're

out filming and so across the entire

lineup the wide lens is always a 24 mm

you'll find that on every drone the air3

has a 70 mm second camera so it gives

you this super zoomed in punched in look

and on the mavic 3 Pro you have that

same 70 mm telephoto but then you also

have that 166 that gives you a ton of

range when you're out filming to really

zoom in on your subject now on the air3

both cameras are the exact same sensor

it's both the 1 and 1/3 in sensor and

the wide camera opens up to an f1.7 and

the telephoto opens up to an f2.8 now on

the miniseries they're both 24 mm at an

f1.7 when you get into the mavic 3

Classic this is where there's a huge

differentiating factor between the mavic

and the rest of the drones so on the

mavic drones you have a variable

aperture meaning that you can change it

it goes from an f2.8 to an F1 11 gives

you a lot of flexibility to be able to

change up the look of what you're

creating but also if you're using

something like ND filters you could just

close down your aperture instead of

having to put an ND filter on front of

your lens and so it's going to give you

more flexibility when you're flying in

the sky especially when you're shooting

full manual because you'll be able to

use your aperture to adjust your

exposure versus having to rely on your

shutter speed and your ISO to do all of

your changes now on the mavic 3 Pro the

second and third camera are not the same

sensor as that 4/3 Hustle BL camera so

the medium is a 1 and 1/3 in sensor just

like the air3 and then that 166 mm is

a/2 in sensor so you do have a little

bit of a difference between all three

sensors on the mavic 3 Pro on the 70 mm

it's an f2.8 and on the 166 mm it's an F

3.4 so you also have an aperture

difference between all of the cameras

and so for me personally when I've been

working with the mavic 3 Pro versus the

air3 I like the fact that the air3 has

the same two sensors so that when I'm

switching between my cameras it makes it

a lot easier to match the footage there

is a slight difference when you're

switching between all three cameras on

the mavic 3 Pro however working with

this drone geared towards creators who

do want to have more control of your

image and it just takes a little

adjusting in your editing software to

make all three cameras match perfectly

now another huge differentiating factor

between all of these drones is going to

be obstacle avoidance and really it's

the difference of the Mini 3 versus all

the rest so the Mini 3 has no obstacle

avoidance and with that there's no

tracking or way points on all of the

other drones you have 360 obstacle

avoidance so this allows you to fly with

a level of confidence because you'll

know that you're not going to run into

objects when your obstacle avoidance is

turned on and so when you're working

with the obstacle avoidance on these

drones if you're flying to the side to

the front up or down it's going to be

able to detect objects so that it

doesn't run into them and so when you

have this obstacle avoidance you have

things like tracking and all of these

drones except for the mini3 have

tracking now the tracking is a little

bit different between each however they

have the same features where you could

track from in front behind off to the

side off to some corner and there's

access to active track which is going to

be following a subject Spotlight which

allows you to control and keep your

subject centered the entire time or

point of Interest where the drone's

going to continue to do an orbit around

a subject while it's tracking it and

I'll include a video down below

description that really digs into the

tracking in these drones so you can see

how it works and how flexible it is when

you're out flying now in terms of

tracking all of these drones have quick

shots which is a stylized shot that the

Drone automat automatically creates and

so this is the only style of tracking

that you have in the mini3 and so for

example here is a boomerang shot where

the Drone starts in close it Loops out

and around and it comes back and you

have these different quick shots that

are accessible in all of the drones now

what's cool on the drones that have the

longer lens like the air3 or the mavic 3

Pro you can use those longer lenses when

you're tracking and also when you're

doing things like your quick shots and

so the next important feature is the way

that it records your footage so all of

these drones do both jpeg raw for

photography so if you need to shoot Raw

photos you have access to that on all of

these drones now a big difference comes

into when you're shooting video and if

you want more control especially when

you're color grading your footage so on

the mini 3 you only have access to a

normal color profile and so this is

going to give you just a baked in

contrast and saturation and it's also an

8bit 420 image so you're not going to

have a whole lot of room to color grade

now on the mini 4 Pro you get 8 Bit And

you get 10 bit so there's a dlog m

option which is going to shoot a flat

color profile and this also shoots in 10

bit 42 so you're going to have more room

to color grade with this drone now on

the air3 you have the same dlog M with

the same 10bit 42o and this is on both

cameras so you could color grade all of

this footage the same now when you get

to the mavic lineup of drones you not

only get normal and dlog M but you also

get dlog which is an even flatter

profile giving you more range to color

grade now I've created an entire set of

drone LS that are specifically geared

towards dlog m you've been seeing those

throughout this entire video this is a

set of color profiles that make it super

easy to color grade your footage when

you're working with dlog M on any of

these drones and so if you want to see

more information around this set of

drone LS I'll include those down below

in the description now with the mavic

series of drones you get 10 bit 422

which gives you more data so that you

have more ability to color grade your

footage so in the Mini 3 it records at

100 megabits per second on the mini 4

Pro and the air3 it records at 150

megabits per second and on on the mavic

3 it records at 200 megabits per second

so you get more information with the

mavic series of drones now this is where

the mavic 3 Pro C comes in because with

that drone you also get access to Apple

prores so you get a more professional

codec that makes it easier to integrate

with higher-end Productions and so the

cine version of the mavic 3 Pro is that

much more expensive because of this

ability to shoot at these higher data

rates which just give you a lot more

flexibility to work on your project and

also with the cine version you get a 1

tab inter internal hard drive so you

don't have to have an external memory

card when you're working with that drone

so on the mavic 3 Pro mavic 3 classic

and air3 you get 8 GB of internal memory

now on the mini 4 Pro you only get 2 GB

of internal memory and on the mini 3 you

don't get any internal memory and so

really the internal memory is only on

the mavic 3 Pro cine version the other

ones have just enough to grab a few

shots if you forget a memory card but

most likely you'll want to always use a

memory card when you're working with all

the other drones now in terms terms of

flight time all of them are relatively

similar unless you're working on the

lighter battery for the mini3 series so

if you need to keep your drone under 250

g there's a smaller battery for the Mini

3 and the mini4 pro which allows you to

keep that lower weight class and so on

these drones you have two battery

options you have the small battery and

then the larger extended flight battery

and so for the Mini 3 you get 38 minutes

of flight time on the smaller battery

and 51 minutes on the bigger battery on

the mini 4 Pro you get 34 minutes with

the smaller battery and 45 minutes with

the larger battery on the air3 there's

only one battery style and you get 46

minutes of flight time with that battery

on the mavic 3 classic you also get 46

minutes and then on the mavic 3 Pro you

get 43 minutes and so with all of these

drones that are available now they all

get a good amount of flight time up in

that 40-minute range and so there's not

a major difference between them unless

you're getting that smaller battery now

one big difference that I've personally

noticed when I'm flying all these drones

is the speed at which these drones

Ascend descend and take take off and fly

away and so the mini drones are going to

be much slower than the air3 and the

mavic 3 and I'm going to put all of

these times up on screen just so you

could see them all side by side and you

can see that the Mini 3 and the Mini 4

Pro are much less than the air3 and the

mavic 3 drone the air3 and the mavic 3

are very similar with the air3 being the

fastest out of all of these drones when

it comes to an overall takeoff descend

and horizontal speed and so if you're

someone who needs to get your drone up

you want to be able to move fast you're

going to want to get the air3 or the

mavic 3 drones you'll notice when you're

flying on the mini 3 Series that they

feel a little bit more sluggish

especially when you fly the drones back

to back now personally it's not that big

of a deal they still fly at a good Pace

however it is something noticeable if

you do want that extra speed and you

want to go super fast if you're say

flying across the landscape or if you

want a drone that can get up in the sky

quick and take off and get to the

location to start flying without taking

a whole lot of time now let's talk about

frame rates that you have access to in

all of these drones the Mini 3 only goes

up to 4K 30 frames per second and it

does full HD up to 60 frames per second

the Mini 4 Pro goes up to 4K 100 frames

per second and HD up to 200 frames per

second so you can get some super slow-mo

with the mini4 pro now the air3 has the

same as the mini4 pro so it goes up to a

4K 100 frames per second and Full HD up

to 200 frames per second and then on the

mavic 3 with the HOSA blood camera you

can go up to 5.1k at 50 frames per

second and for 4K it goes up to 120

frames per second now that changes with

the 70 mm and 166 mm because those

cameras only go up to 4K 60 Fram per

second so all of these drones do have

good slow motion options except for the

Mini 3 which is going to be limited by

which frame rates you have access to in

that drone now another big

differentiating factor between all of

these drones is going to be vertical

shooting so the Mini 3 and the mini4 pro

both have a camera that rotates so you

could do Native vertical shooting if you

do want to shoot in that format now on

the air3 you have a vertical mode but

it's limited a 2.7k resolution and this

is because it's just cropping in on the

horizontal sensor to give you that

vertical image now in the mavic 3

there's no vertical mode and you just

have to crop in on your horizontal image

so if you're someone who's going to be

shooting vertical content the mini3 or

the Mini 4 Pro are going to be good

options because you have that true

vertical shooting with the rotating

camera now also a differentiating factor

is going to be your transmission so on

the mini- 3 you have O2 transmission on

the mini 4 Pro and the mini air3 you

have 04 transmission which is going to

be the best transmission out of dji's

drones it's going to give you up to 20

km or 12 M of range between the Drone

and the controller and that's using line

of sight if it goes behind a mountain

you'll lose signal but it gives you a

ton of range for this controller to the

Drone so that you just have more

confidence when you're out flying so

that you have a strong signal now on the

mavic 3 you have 03 plus transmission so

it's not as good as 04 however this is

the transmission that the RC Pro uses

and so that's why you can work with the

more advanced controller with the mavic

series of drones now when it comes down

to deciding which drone is the best for

you I really think it comes down to what

it is that you're shooting and how much

the weight impacts and also how many

cameras that you want to have when

you're out filming personally the 70 mm

camera is something that I want to take

with me when I'm filming because the 70

mm gives you such a unique perspective

that you don't get on most drones you

usually have the wide lens which is

great however that 70 mm especially when

I'm working with a subject just gives

you so much compression and just a

completely different look that has more

of this cinematic quality and so for me

the air3 and the mavic 3 Pro are two

drones that I try to take out whenever

I'm out filming because with these

drones you have that extra lens

capability that gives you just more

creative potential more options when

you're out filming however if you want

to keep your bag super slim down but

still have a lot of flexibility

especially when it comes to something

like color grading then the Mini 4 Pro

is going to be the Drone that you're

going to want to get but if you're

someone who's going to be working with

clients you might want to get the most

out of your drone and so you'll probably

want the mavic 3 Pro cine version so

that you have the most flexibility when

you get to your editing software but if

you're someone who just wants to take

some family photos you just want to

shoot some drones when you're out with

your friends well then the mini3 might

be the best option for you because it's

the cheapest it's the lightest it's the

smallest going to be the easiest to fly

but one of the major things that might

set you away from the mini3 series is no

obstacle avoidance and no tracking or

any of those other features overall I

think all of the drones are great

depending on the situation that you're

flying in and if you want to see more

details about each of these drones side

by side DJI has a comparison tool on

their website and you can put which

drones you're thinking about side by

side and look at all of the data to

figure out if one looks better than the

other for your specific situation now

also I've created beginner guides for

each one of these drones and so if you

really want to see fully in-depth how

these drones work and all the features

that you get in each drone I'll include

links to all of those beginner guides

Down Below in the description and if you

want to know which drone that I person

personally like the most it's the air3 I

think it has the best combination of

being a super portable drone but the

flexibility of having those multiple

cameras and I like the fact that both

cameras are the same sensor so it makes

it a lot easier to work with it when I'm

in my editing software and I like the

smaller footprint of the air3 so I have

a little bit more space in my backpack

when I'm out filming now if you're going

to be using your drone to make YouTube

videos well I have a whole course series

that teaches you how to be a Creator and

how to grow a YouTube channel and

everything that I did to get this

channel over a million subscribers you

could check it out over at the Creator

film school.com and if you haven't

already make sure you hit that subscribe

button and let me know down in the

comments which drone is the best for you

but next you should check out one of

these videos over here which shows you

how to use these drones to get the best

looking footage when you're out flying

I'll see you on the next one