This is my first drone, and I love it. Setup was pretty straightforward, just make sure you find and remove all the packaging, like behind the gimbal, before you turn it on. I would definitely recommend the FlyMore kit and propeller guards for when you're learning or flying near hazards. Note that if you get the FlyMore Kit Plus the batteries are larger, so you'll get longer duration but your drone will be over the 250g limit and you'll need to register it. Propeller guards will also put it over that limit. Not sure how likely the cops are going to show up with a scale to weigh your drone, but just FYI.
Pros:
* Easy to fly! This was my first drone and I've only flown others for a few minutes, and I was feeling confident with the controls in a few minutes.
* Really quick, like a lot zippier than I was expected it to be, even with blade guards attached which slow it down.
* Range seems good so far - I've been a little hesitant to fly it too far away but have not experienced any issues at the distances I traveled
* Great video and photo quality, and easy to understand gimbal controls. Decent zoom.
* Under 250g so you don't need to register it in most countries
* Very tiny when folded makes it easy to transport even in a smaller bag
* Has lights to make it easier to see at night
* DJI coverage is reasonably priced and includes fly-away coverage. It prompts you if you want it right as you boot up the drone the first time. Feels worth the price for peace of mind.
Cons:
* Startup is a bit slow, it can get hung up on "takeoff not permitted" for quite a while before you can take off.
* Doesn't reconnect to WIFI automatically so I have to always manually turn it on
* I live on the edge of a flight path for a municipal airport, so I have to reapply to fly my drone in the area every 3 days through FlySafe. Since it's a low level of restriction it just gets auto approved, so it's more a hassle than anything, but it would be nice if it lasted a month or even a week.
* It would be nice if you could fly with the gimbal protector on. Seems like when I'm flying it, that's when the gimbal would need the most protection.
| Brand | DJI |
|---|---|
| Model Name | DJIMINI3PSC |
| Special Feature | Foldable, Lightweight, Obstacle Avoidance, One Button Return |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Color | Grey |
| Video Capture Resolution | 4K |
| Effective Still Resolution | 48 MP |
| Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth |
| Included Components | DJI RC x 1,DJI Mini 3 Pro Intelligent Flight Battery x 1,Spare Propellers (Pair) x 1,Gimbal Protector x 1,Type-C to Type-C PD Cable x 1,Screwdriver x 1,Screws x 6 |
| Item Weight | 249 Grams |
| Video Capture Format | MP4/MOV |
| Control Type | Remote Control |
| Media Type | Micro SD |
| Wireless Communication Technology | Wi-Fi |
| Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
| Are Batteries Included | Yes |
| Operating Temperature | 40 Degrees Celsius |
| Video Output Resolution | 1920x1080 Pixels |
| Remote Control Included? | Yes |
| Rechargeable Battery Included | Yes |
| Product Dimensions | 14.3"L x 9.9"W x 2.8"H |
| Manufacturer | DJI |
| Item Weight | 8.8 ounces |
| Item model number | CP.MA.00000492.01 |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
| Manufacturer Part Number | CP.MA.00000492.01 |
| Special Features | Foldable, Lightweight, Obstacle Avoidance, One Button Return |
| Voltage | 7.38 Volts |
