DJI, the world’s leading drone maker, has just launched its latest model in the Mini series: the DJI Mini 4 Pro. This tiny drone packs a lot of power and features into a mini package that weighs less than 250 grams (8.8 ounces), making it ideal for travel, adventure, and professional use. In this article, we will review the DJI Mini 4 Pro and see how it compares to its predecessor, the DJI Mini 3 Pro, and other drones in the market.
Design and specs
The DJI Mini 4 Pro drone looks very similar to the DJI Mini 3 Pro, with a sleek and compact design that can fit in the palm of your hand. It has four foldable arms with propellers that can be easily replaced if damaged. It also has a removable battery that provides up to 31 minutes of flight time per charge.
The main difference between the Mini 4 Pro and the Mini 3 Pro is the addition of Omnidirectional Vision Sensing, which means that the drone has sensors on all sides to detect and avoid obstacles in its path. This makes the drone safer and more stable to fly in complex environments, such as urban areas, forests, or indoors. The drone also has a bottom auxiliary light that helps with landing in low-light conditions.
The camera of the DJI Mini 4 Pro is mounted on a 3-axis mechanical gimbal that provides smooth and stable footage. The camera has a 1/1.3-inch sensor that can capture 48-megapixel stills and 4K video at up to 100 frames per second. The camera also supports a 10-bit D-log M color profile, giving color grading more flexibility in post-production. The camera has a 24mm equivalent focal length and an f/1.7 aperture, which allows for better low-light performance and shallow depth-of-field effects.
The DJI Fly app can control the DJI Mini 4 Pro on your smartphone or by the dedicated remote controller that comes with the drone. The remote controller has a foldable design that can hold your smartphone as a monitor. It also has a 5.8 GHz transmission system that provides up to 10 km (6.2 miles) of range and a clear live view of what the drone sees.