DJI Mini 3 Drone with DJI RC Remote Review
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The DJI Mini 3 confidently occupies the sweet spot for a huge segment of the drone market. It successfully bridges the gap between entry-level toys and professional-grade rigs by delivering core features that truly matter. Its sub-250g weight is a massive advantage, freeing pilots from many registration requirements and making it incredibly portable. While it makes calculated compromises compared to its Pro-level sibling, the results from its 1/1.3-inch sensor are undeniably impressive, providing crisp 4K video that looks anything but amateur.
DJI's decision-making is clear here: prioritize image quality and flight time over advanced assists. The most notable omission is the lack of forward and backward obstacle avoidance sensors, a definite trade-off for the lower price point that requires pilots to be more attentive. However, the inclusion of a native vertical shooting mode is a brilliant move for the social media age, and the excellent flight time means more opportunities to get the perfect shot. When paired with the DJI RC controller, which has its own built-in screen, the package feels cohesive and polished, removing the hassle of using a smartphone and elevating the entire flight experience.
- Excellent 4K image quality from a large 1/1.3-inch sensor
- Sub-250g weight avoids registration requirements in many regions
- True Vertical Shooting mode is perfect for social media content
- DJI RC remote with a built-in screen enhances user experience
- Long flight time up to 38 minutes
- Lacks forward and backward obstacle avoidance sensors
- Video recording options are limited compared to the Pro model
- Price may still be high for absolute beginners
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About this product
The DJI Mini 3 Drone with DJI RC Remote is a lightweight drone offering up to 38 minutes of flight time and improved wind resistance. It features 4K HDR video, 48MP stills, true vertical shooting, and OcuSync 2.0 for a transmission range of up to 6.2 miles, making it suitable for social media sharing and aerial photography.
Specs
- Zoom
- 4x Optical
- Weight
- 8.8 oz / 249 g (Takeoff)
- Remote ID
- Yes
- Photo Modes
- Auto-Exposure Bracketing (AEB), Interval, Single Shot
- Aircraft I/O
- 1x USB-C (Power)
- Battery Type
- Built-In Lithium-Ion (5200 mAh)
- Follow Speed
- Tilt: 100°/s
- GNSS Support
- GPS, GLONASS, Galileo
- Night Vision
- No
- Camera System
- 48 MP, 1/1.3"-Type CMOS Sensor with 24mm-Equivalent, f/1.7 Lens (82.1° FoV)
- Diagonal Size
- 9.7" / 247 mm
- Shutter Speed
- 1/8000 to 2 Seconds (Photo/Video)
- Battery Weight
- 2.8 oz / 80.5 g
- Control Method
- Included Transmitter
- Number Of Axes
- Three: Pitch (Tilt) / Roll / Yaw (Pan)
- Propeller Size
- 6x3"
- Rotation Range
- Controllable Range Yaw (Pan): 60° (-30 to 30°) Roll: 180° (-135 to 45°) Pitch (Tilt): 215° (-150 to 80°) Mechanical Range Yaw (Pan): 90° (-90 to 0°) Pitch (Tilt): 170° (-90 to 60°)
- Transmitter I/O
- 1x USB-C (Data, Power)
- Battery Capacity
- 2453 mAh / 18.1 Wh
- Built-In Display
- 5.5" (1920 x 1080) Touchscreen LCD, 700 nits/ cd/m2
- Internal Storage
- No
- Battery Chemistry
- Lithium Nickel Manganese Cobalt Oxide (LiNiMnCoO2)
- Hovering Accuracy
- Vision Positioning Vertical: ±0.3' / 0.1 m Horizontal: ±1.0' / 0.3 m GNSS Vertical: ±1.6' / 0.5 m Horizontal: ±4.9' / 1.5 m
- Number Of Cameras
- 1
- Clean Video Output
- No
- Maximum Hover Time
- 33 Minutes
- Maximum Tilt Angle
- 40°
- Overall Dimensions
- 5.8 x 3.5 x 2.4" / 148.0 x 90.0 x 62.0 mm (Folded) 9.9 x 14.3 x 2.8" / 251.0 x 362.0 x 72.0 mm (Unfolded)
- Maximum Flight Time
- 38 Minutes
- Rotor Configuration
- Quadcopter
- Still Image Support
- Up to 48 MP (DNG / JPEG)
- Transmission System
- OcuSync 2.0 2.4 GHz / 5.8 GHz Power at 2.4G: 26 dBm (FCC) / 20 dBm (CE/MIC/SRRC) Power at 5.8G: 26 dBm (FCC) / 23 dBm (SRRC) / 14 dBm (CE)
- Charging Temperature
- 41 to 104°F / 5 to 40°C
- Maximum Ascent Speed
- 11.2 mph / 18.0 km/h
- Operating Conditions
- 14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C
- Battery Configuration
- 2 S / 7.38 V
- ISO Sensitivity Range
- Photo/Video: 100 to 3200 in Manual, Auto Mode
- Maximum Descent Speed
- 7.8 mph / 12.6 km/h
- Mobile App Compatible
- Yes (Required): Android & iOS App Name: DJI Fly
- Operating Temperature
- 14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C
- Maximum Charging Power
- 8.5 V
- Media/Memory Card Slot
- In Aircraft Body SD/SDHC/SDXC In Remote/Transmitter microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC (UHS-I) [512 GB Maximum / U3/V30 or Faster Recommended]
- Minimum Focus Distance
- 3.3' / 1 m
- Stabilization Accuracy
- ±0.01°
- Maximum Wind Resistance
- 23.9 mph / 38.5 km/h
- Maximum Angular Velocity
- 250°/s
- Maximum Horizontal Speed
- 35.8 mph / 57.6 km/h
- Maximum Video Resolution
- Up to 2.7K at 60 fps / 1080p at 60 fps / UHD 4K at 30 fps
- Maximum Take-Off Altitude
- 2.5 Miles / 4 km
- Maximum Operating Distance
- 6.2 Miles / 10 km
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