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

Jeven Dovey
2 Nov 202319:47

Summary

TLDRThis 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

  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ 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.
  • ๐Ÿ›ซ 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.
  • ๐Ÿ’ก 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.
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ 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.
  • ๐Ÿš€ Weight considerations are crucial; the Mini 3 and Mini 4 Pro are sub 250g, making them suitable for regions with strict drone weight regulations.
  • ๐Ÿ“ท 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.
  • ๐ŸŽฅ Obstacle avoidance technology is present in all but the Mini 3, with advanced models offering 360-degree obstacle avoidance for safer flying.
  • ๐ŸŽฌ 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.
  • โฑ Flight times are generally around 40 minutes, with variations depending on battery types and drone models.
  • ๐Ÿš€ The Air 3 and Mavic 3 series offer faster ascent, descent, and horizontal speeds compared to the Mini series for more dynamic filming.
  • ๐ŸŽž 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

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๐Ÿ›ธ 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.

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๐Ÿ’ฐ 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.

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๐Ÿ“ฆ 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.

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๐ŸŽฅ 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.

๐Ÿš€ 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.

๐ŸŒ 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.

Mindmap

Keywords

๐Ÿ’กDrone 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.

๐Ÿ’กPrice

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.

๐Ÿ’กControllers

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.

๐Ÿ’กWeight 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.

๐Ÿ’กCamera 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.

๐Ÿ’กObstacle 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.

๐Ÿ’กTracking

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.

๐Ÿ’กVideo 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.

๐Ÿ’กFlight 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.

๐Ÿ’กSpeed 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.

๐Ÿ’กVertical 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

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in this video I want to go through dji's

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lineup of drones to figure out which

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drone is the best for you whether it's

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the mini3 Mini 4 Pro air3 mavic 3

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classic mavic 3 Pro there's a wide range

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of features that all of these drones

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have but there's also unique things for

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each drone and depending on your

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situation you're going to want to pick

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one drone over the other and so in this

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video I'm going to show you a ton of

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footage from all of these drones but

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also I'm going to talk about all the

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features that make make them different

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all right let's get into

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it so the drones that we're talking

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about in this video is the Mini 3 mini4

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Pro air3 mavic 3 classic mavic 3 Pro and

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then the cine version of the mavic 3 and

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so this is the lineup of the newest of

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each model from the cheapest to the most

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expensive and I know there's other

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drones in dji's lineup That kind of fill

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in between these drones however this

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video would be super long if I went

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through every single drone and also

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these are the newest versions of each

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lineup so these are going to be the

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drones that you're most likely going to

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want to get and so first let's just talk

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about price because there's a wide range

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here so the mini3 sits at 469 the Mini 4

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Pro sits at 759 the air3 sits at 1,99

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the mavic 3 classic is at

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$15.99 the mavic 3 Pro is at

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$21.99 and the mavic 3 C is

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$4,799 and this is for the base model

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which is basically the Drone the cheaper

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controller and one battery so it's only

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the essentials to be able to start

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flying however most of us are going to

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want to get the flymore package which

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has multiple batteries and a few extra

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accessories that just make it a lot

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easier when working with this drone and

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so you can see here on the screen here's

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the prices of the flymore package with

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the more expensive controller for each

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one of these drones so there's different

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price points for each drone and once you

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find the Drone that you're looking for

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you're going to want to have to decide

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if one battery and the cheaper

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controller is enough or if you want to

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get the flymore package which has all of

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the different accessories plus the three

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batteries now with all of these drones

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you should consider getting dji's care

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refresh program and they have options

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for either one year or 2 years and DJI

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will replace your drone for a small fee

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if you crash it if there's water damage

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if there's a fly away or just from

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natural wear and tear and so you could

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have coverage for either one year or 2

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years so you have peace of mind when

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you're out flying and this is something

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that you purchase right when you get

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your drone and so if you want to see

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more information about the DJI care

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refresh I'll include a link down below

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description to where you can check out

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all the details about this program and

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the different prices for each one of

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these drones now there's three styles of

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controllers that you're going to be able

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to use with these drones there's the

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rcn1 or rcn2 which is going to be the

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most stripped down controller and this

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one you use your phone in and there's

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two versions of this depending on which

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transmission signal you're using and

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then the next size controller up is the

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DJI RC and there's two versions of the

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RC depending on which transmission

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you're using in your drone so both of

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these controllers have a screen built in

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and they have more features on the

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controller themselves to be able to give

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you more buttons and flexibility when

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you're flying the Drone and then there's

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the RC Pro which has even more advanced

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features and it has things like an HDMI

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out however this controller doesn't work

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with all of these drones you can only

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use this controller with the mavic 3

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drones so if you're getting one of the

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other drones you're just going to decide

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between the version of controller that's

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going to hold your phone or the RC that

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has a screen built in personally I like

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the RC because it just makes it a lot

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easier to fly and I don't always have to

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have my phone in the controller now one

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of the big deciding factors of which

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drone you're going to want to get is

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going to be the weight so the mini3 and

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the Mini 4 Pro are both sub 250 g and so

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depending on where you're at in the

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world you might need a drone that's

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under 250 g and so you're going to want

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to stick with the Min series of drones

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the other drones are all going to be

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heavier and when you look at the air3

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and the mavic 3 Series they're similar

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so the air3 is closer to size to the

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mavic 3s versus The Minis and the air3

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is 720 G and the mavic 3 classic is

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895 G and the mavic 3 Pro is 958 G

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however with all of these drones they

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still are small enough to fit into your

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backpack and so I just want to show you

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side by side here is all three of these

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drones with the RC controller in my

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backpack and you can see how much space

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the mavic 3 Series takes up versus the

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air series versus the miniseries and so

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if you're someone who's really focused

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on travel or you need small drones well

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the mini might be a good option because

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they are so small and also with a small

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drone comes smaller Batteries Now the

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controller is going to be the same for

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

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the Drone but it's all the accessories

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that you bring with it however even with

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the mavic 3 Series being larger they're

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still easy to travel with I've taken my

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mavic 3 Pro on different documentary

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trips and I've easily kept it in my

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backpack when I'm going on the plane and

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when I'm out hiking with the Drone the

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good thing about all of these drones and

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DJI lineup is they're all small and

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compact to be able to take with you

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anywhere it just depends on how much

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space you really want to save and if the

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Mini 3 makes sense with the other

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features versus getting one of the

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bigger drones now also with size and

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weight you're going to have more wind

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resistance on the heavier drone they

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have more power and they are heavier

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when you're working with the miniseries

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they're lighter and they can be pushed

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around a little bit more than the mavic

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3 so if you're working in super windy

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environments that might be something to

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consider and your mavic 3 drones are

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going to perform much better than the

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miniseries now probably the biggest

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difference between all of these drones

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is the camera and the gimbal setup and

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so on the mini and the air you have a

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one and 1/3 in sensor now the big

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difference with the air is you have two

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cameras so you have one WI lens and then

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you have one telephoto lens and this is

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a huge advantage of the air3 now on the

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mavic 3 you have a 4/3 in Hustle BL

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camera so you have a really nice sensor

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on these bigger drones and it's also a

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much bigger sensor so you're going to be

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able to get better photos and especially

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when you're shooting in lower light

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situations now the big difference

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between the mavic 3 classic and the

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mavic 3 Pro is the amount of cameras so

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on the mavic 3 classic you just have one

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wide camera that's equivalent to a 24 mm

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but on the mavic 3 Pro you have three

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cameras so you have a 24 mm a 70 mm and

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then 166 mm so you have a wide range of

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focal links that you can use when you're

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out filming and so across the entire

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lineup the wide lens is always a 24 mm

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you'll find that on every drone the air3

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has a 70 mm second camera so it gives

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you this super zoomed in punched in look

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and on the mavic 3 Pro you have that

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same 70 mm telephoto but then you also

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have that 166 that gives you a ton of

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range when you're out filming to really

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zoom in on your subject now on the air3

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both cameras are the exact same sensor

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

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the wide camera opens up to an f1.7 and

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the telephoto opens up to an f2.8 now on

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the miniseries they're both 24 mm at an

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f1.7 when you get into the mavic 3

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Classic this is where there's a huge

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differentiating factor between the mavic

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and the rest of the drones so on the

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mavic drones you have a variable

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aperture meaning that you can change it

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

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you a lot of flexibility to be able to

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change up the look of what you're

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creating but also if you're using

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something like ND filters you could just

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close down your aperture instead of

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having to put an ND filter on front of

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your lens and so it's going to give you

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more flexibility when you're flying in

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the sky especially when you're shooting

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full manual because you'll be able to

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use your aperture to adjust your

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exposure versus having to rely on your

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shutter speed and your ISO to do all of

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your changes now on the mavic 3 Pro the

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second and third camera are not the same

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sensor as that 4/3 Hustle BL camera so

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

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like the air3 and then that 166 mm is

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a/2 in sensor so you do have a little

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bit of a difference between all three

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sensors on the mavic 3 Pro on the 70 mm

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

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3.4 so you also have an aperture

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difference between all of the cameras

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and so for me personally when I've been

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working with the mavic 3 Pro versus the

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air3 I like the fact that the air3 has

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the same two sensors so that when I'm

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switching between my cameras it makes it

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a lot easier to match the footage there

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is a slight difference when you're

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switching between all three cameras on

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the mavic 3 Pro however working with

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this drone geared towards creators who

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do want to have more control of your

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image and it just takes a little

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adjusting in your editing software to

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make all three cameras match perfectly

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now another huge differentiating factor

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between all of these drones is going to

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be obstacle avoidance and really it's

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the difference of the Mini 3 versus all

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the rest so the Mini 3 has no obstacle

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avoidance and with that there's no

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tracking or way points on all of the

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other drones you have 360 obstacle

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avoidance so this allows you to fly with

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a level of confidence because you'll

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know that you're not going to run into

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objects when your obstacle avoidance is

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turned on and so when you're working

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with the obstacle avoidance on these

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drones if you're flying to the side to

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the front up or down it's going to be

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able to detect objects so that it

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doesn't run into them and so when you

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have this obstacle avoidance you have

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things like tracking and all of these

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drones except for the mini3 have

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tracking now the tracking is a little

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bit different between each however they

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have the same features where you could

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track from in front behind off to the

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side off to some corner and there's

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access to active track which is going to

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be following a subject Spotlight which

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allows you to control and keep your

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subject centered the entire time or

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point of Interest where the drone's

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going to continue to do an orbit around

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a subject while it's tracking it and

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I'll include a video down below

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description that really digs into the

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tracking in these drones so you can see

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how it works and how flexible it is when

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you're out flying now in terms of

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tracking all of these drones have quick

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shots which is a stylized shot that the

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Drone automat automatically creates and

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so this is the only style of tracking

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that you have in the mini3 and so for

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example here is a boomerang shot where

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the Drone starts in close it Loops out

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and around and it comes back and you

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have these different quick shots that

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are accessible in all of the drones now

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what's cool on the drones that have the

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longer lens like the air3 or the mavic 3

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Pro you can use those longer lenses when

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you're tracking and also when you're

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doing things like your quick shots and

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so the next important feature is the way

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that it records your footage so all of

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these drones do both jpeg raw for

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photography so if you need to shoot Raw

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photos you have access to that on all of

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these drones now a big difference comes

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into when you're shooting video and if

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you want more control especially when

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you're color grading your footage so on

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the mini 3 you only have access to a

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normal color profile and so this is

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going to give you just a baked in

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contrast and saturation and it's also an

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8bit 420 image so you're not going to

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have a whole lot of room to color grade

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now on the mini 4 Pro you get 8 Bit And

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you get 10 bit so there's a dlog m

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option which is going to shoot a flat

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color profile and this also shoots in 10

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bit 42 so you're going to have more room

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to color grade with this drone now on

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the air3 you have the same dlog M with

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the same 10bit 42o and this is on both

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cameras so you could color grade all of

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this footage the same now when you get

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to the mavic lineup of drones you not

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only get normal and dlog M but you also

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get dlog which is an even flatter

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profile giving you more range to color

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grade now I've created an entire set of

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drone LS that are specifically geared

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towards dlog m you've been seeing those

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throughout this entire video this is a

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set of color profiles that make it super

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easy to color grade your footage when

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you're working with dlog M on any of

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these drones and so if you want to see

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more information around this set of

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drone LS I'll include those down below

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in the description now with the mavic

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series of drones you get 10 bit 422

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which gives you more data so that you

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have more ability to color grade your

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footage so in the Mini 3 it records at

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100 megabits per second on the mini 4

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Pro and the air3 it records at 150

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megabits per second and on on the mavic

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3 it records at 200 megabits per second

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so you get more information with the

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mavic series of drones now this is where

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the mavic 3 Pro C comes in because with

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that drone you also get access to Apple

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prores so you get a more professional

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codec that makes it easier to integrate

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with higher-end Productions and so the

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cine version of the mavic 3 Pro is that

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much more expensive because of this

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ability to shoot at these higher data

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rates which just give you a lot more

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flexibility to work on your project and

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also with the cine version you get a 1

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tab inter internal hard drive so you

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don't have to have an external memory

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card when you're working with that drone

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so on the mavic 3 Pro mavic 3 classic

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and air3 you get 8 GB of internal memory

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now on the mini 4 Pro you only get 2 GB

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of internal memory and on the mini 3 you

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don't get any internal memory and so

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really the internal memory is only on

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the mavic 3 Pro cine version the other

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ones have just enough to grab a few

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shots if you forget a memory card but

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most likely you'll want to always use a

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memory card when you're working with all

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the other drones now in terms terms of

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flight time all of them are relatively

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similar unless you're working on the

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lighter battery for the mini3 series so

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if you need to keep your drone under 250

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g there's a smaller battery for the Mini

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3 and the mini4 pro which allows you to

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keep that lower weight class and so on

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these drones you have two battery

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options you have the small battery and

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then the larger extended flight battery

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and so for the Mini 3 you get 38 minutes

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of flight time on the smaller battery

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and 51 minutes on the bigger battery on

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the mini 4 Pro you get 34 minutes with

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the smaller battery and 45 minutes with

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the larger battery on the air3 there's

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only one battery style and you get 46

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minutes of flight time with that battery

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on the mavic 3 classic you also get 46

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minutes and then on the mavic 3 Pro you

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get 43 minutes and so with all of these

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drones that are available now they all

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get a good amount of flight time up in

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that 40-minute range and so there's not

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a major difference between them unless

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you're getting that smaller battery now

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one big difference that I've personally

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noticed when I'm flying all these drones

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is the speed at which these drones

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Ascend descend and take take off and fly

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away and so the mini drones are going to

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be much slower than the air3 and the

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mavic 3 and I'm going to put all of

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these times up on screen just so you

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could see them all side by side and you

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can see that the Mini 3 and the Mini 4

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Pro are much less than the air3 and the

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mavic 3 drone the air3 and the mavic 3

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are very similar with the air3 being the

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fastest out of all of these drones when

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it comes to an overall takeoff descend

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and horizontal speed and so if you're

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someone who needs to get your drone up

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you want to be able to move fast you're

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going to want to get the air3 or the

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mavic 3 drones you'll notice when you're

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flying on the mini 3 Series that they

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feel a little bit more sluggish

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especially when you fly the drones back

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to back now personally it's not that big

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of a deal they still fly at a good Pace

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however it is something noticeable if

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you do want that extra speed and you

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want to go super fast if you're say

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flying across the landscape or if you

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want a drone that can get up in the sky

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quick and take off and get to the

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location to start flying without taking

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a whole lot of time now let's talk about

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frame rates that you have access to in

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all of these drones the Mini 3 only goes

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up to 4K 30 frames per second and it

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does full HD up to 60 frames per second

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the Mini 4 Pro goes up to 4K 100 frames

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per second and HD up to 200 frames per

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second so you can get some super slow-mo

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with the mini4 pro now the air3 has the

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same as the mini4 pro so it goes up to a

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4K 100 frames per second and Full HD up

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to 200 frames per second and then on the

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mavic 3 with the HOSA blood camera you

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can go up to 5.1k at 50 frames per

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second and for 4K it goes up to 120

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frames per second now that changes with

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the 70 mm and 166 mm because those

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cameras only go up to 4K 60 Fram per

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second so all of these drones do have

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good slow motion options except for the

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Mini 3 which is going to be limited by

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which frame rates you have access to in

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that drone now another big

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differentiating factor between all of

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these drones is going to be vertical

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shooting so the Mini 3 and the mini4 pro

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both have a camera that rotates so you

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could do Native vertical shooting if you

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do want to shoot in that format now on

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the air3 you have a vertical mode but

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it's limited a 2.7k resolution and this

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is because it's just cropping in on the

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horizontal sensor to give you that

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vertical image now in the mavic 3

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there's no vertical mode and you just

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have to crop in on your horizontal image

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

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shooting vertical content the mini3 or

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the Mini 4 Pro are going to be good

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options because you have that true

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vertical shooting with the rotating

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camera now also a differentiating factor

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is going to be your transmission so on

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the mini- 3 you have O2 transmission on

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the mini 4 Pro and the mini air3 you

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have 04 transmission which is going to

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be the best transmission out of dji's

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drones it's going to give you up to 20

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km or 12 M of range between the Drone

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and the controller and that's using line

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of sight if it goes behind a mountain

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you'll lose signal but it gives you a

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ton of range for this controller to the

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Drone so that you just have more

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confidence when you're out flying so

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that you have a strong signal now on the

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mavic 3 you have 03 plus transmission so

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it's not as good as 04 however this is

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the transmission that the RC Pro uses

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and so that's why you can work with the

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more advanced controller with the mavic

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series of drones now when it comes down

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to deciding which drone is the best for

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you I really think it comes down to what

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it is that you're shooting and how much

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the weight impacts and also how many

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cameras that you want to have when

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you're out filming personally the 70 mm

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camera is something that I want to take

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with me when I'm filming because the 70

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mm gives you such a unique perspective

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that you don't get on most drones you

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usually have the wide lens which is

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great however that 70 mm especially when

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I'm working with a subject just gives

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you so much compression and just a

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completely different look that has more

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of this cinematic quality and so for me

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the air3 and the mavic 3 Pro are two

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drones that I try to take out whenever

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I'm out filming because with these

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drones you have that extra lens

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capability that gives you just more

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creative potential more options when

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you're out filming however if you want

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to keep your bag super slim down but

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still have a lot of flexibility

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especially when it comes to something

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like color grading then the Mini 4 Pro

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is going to be the Drone that you're

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going to want to get but if you're

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someone who's going to be working with

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clients you might want to get the most

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out of your drone and so you'll probably

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want the mavic 3 Pro cine version so

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that you have the most flexibility when

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you get to your editing software but if

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you're someone who just wants to take

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some family photos you just want to

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shoot some drones when you're out with

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your friends well then the mini3 might

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be the best option for you because it's

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the cheapest it's the lightest it's the

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smallest going to be the easiest to fly

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but one of the major things that might

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set you away from the mini3 series is no

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obstacle avoidance and no tracking or

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any of those other features overall I

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think all of the drones are great

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depending on the situation that you're

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flying in and if you want to see more

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details about each of these drones side

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by side DJI has a comparison tool on

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their website and you can put which

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drones you're thinking about side by

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side and look at all of the data to

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figure out if one looks better than the

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other for your specific situation now

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also I've created beginner guides for

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each one of these drones and so if you

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really want to see fully in-depth how

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these drones work and all the features

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that you get in each drone I'll include

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links to all of those beginner guides

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Down Below in the description and if you

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want to know which drone that I person

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personally like the most it's the air3 I

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think it has the best combination of

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being a super portable drone but the

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flexibility of having those multiple

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cameras and I like the fact that both

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cameras are the same sensor so it makes

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

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in my editing software and I like the

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smaller footprint of the air3 so I have

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a little bit more space in my backpack

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

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to be using your drone to make YouTube

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videos well I have a whole course series

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that teaches you how to be a Creator and

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how to grow a YouTube channel and

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everything that I did to get this

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channel over a million subscribers you

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could check it out over at the Creator

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film school.com and if you haven't

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already make sure you hit that subscribe

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button and let me know down in the

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comments which drone is the best for you

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but next you should check out one of

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these videos over here which shows you

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how to use these drones to get the best

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looking footage when you're out flying

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I'll see you on the next one

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