The DJI Air 2S features a 22mm full-frame equivalent lens while the Mavic Pro is a 26mm full-frame equivalent. Combine that with the Air 2S’ 1″ sensor and you have a seriously great camera on the Air 2S. The Mavic Pro’s camera sensor is much smaller with a 1/2.3” CMOS sensor. To test the image quality on both drones I flew them to the The Air 3's body is 470g heavier than the Mini 4 Pro. That added weight makes it ready to scale tall buildings or mountainous areas. Plus, you get more advanced video and photo features – the maximum 8-second shutter speed can create cool light trail effects or enhance lower-light settings, for instance. Increasing flight time by almost 50% compared to Mavic 2 Pro, Mavic 3 Classic delivers up to 46 minutes in the air for care-free creation. 2. Equipped with a professional-grade 4/3 CMOS Hasselblad camera that delivers vivid, natural colors and better performance in low-light environments thanks to a larger image sensor. The Mavic 2 Pro features a 1-inch 20MP sensor with a 28mm equivalent focal length camera, while the Mavic Air 2 has a 1/2-inch 12MP sensor with a focal length of 24mm. The difference in sensor size is most noticeable when shooting stills, but it also affects the size and weight of the drones. Mavic Air 2 weight means you may have to register the drone; DJI Mavic Air 2 specs. Sensor: 12MP 1/2-inch CMOS Camera focal length: 24mm (full-frame equivalent) Aperture: Fixed f/2.8 The Mavic 2 Pro has a 20MP 1” sensor and Hasselblad lens while the Mavic Air 2 uses a smaller 12MP 1/2”sensor and standard 24mm lens. And there’s a lot more than that. Breaking down what separates them video-wise begins with bit depth. The Pro offers 10-bit while the Air is limited to 8-bit. The Pro’s larger sensor also offers numerous gv8tW. #1 I already own the Air 2s Fly More Combo. I'd like to buy the RC Pro. RC Pro = $1199 Air 2S Fly More Combo with RC Pro = $1,749 Difference in price = $550 I already have four batteries, this would give me seven. I doubt I'll ever use that many Another combo would give me a backup drone What would you do? #3 I bought the AIR 2s fly more with RC Pro from BH. I found myself wanting a backup controller so I bought one of the standard controllers as well. Bought one off of someone here. The Air 2s is still a great drone and very desirable. If you have the cash and time then buy the combo with the RC Pro and sell the stuff you don't want. #4 I bought the A2S flymore with RC PRO from BH as well. I sold the items I didn't want to a member who lived locally to me. I got an RC PRO (plus 2 extra batteries and we split the props) for around $900, he got a brand new unflown A2s, plus some accessories (1/2 the props, the filter kit, etc) for a good price as well. Everything worked out well. Home News Cameras (Image credit: DJI) The DJI Mavic Air 2 and Air 2S are the drone giant's two mid-range flying machines, with similar designs and price tags. So which one should you buy? We've picked apart the seven key differences between them based on our extensive flying time with both models to help you DJI Air 2S is the newer model, having landed in April 2021. It's the successor to the Mavic Air 2, which arrived a year earlier. While both drones have a lot in common, the Air 2S brings one big advantage – a new 20MP 1-inch camera with greater video powers – along with a host of smaller ones, including improved connectivity and a new zoom function. Editor's notesSince these two drones arrived, DJI has also launched the DJI Mini 3 Pro. Weighing in at 249g, this model is smaller than both while packing a sensor size (1/ that sits in between the 1/2-inch Mavic Air 2 and 1-inch Air 2S. It's certainly an option to consider, so to read our in-depth thoughts check out our DJI Mini 3 Pro our DJI Air 2S review, we were particularly impressed with its image quality, so much so that it's currently top of our guide to the best drones you can buy. On the other hand, the DJI Mavic Air 2 (which has remained on sale) is much cheaper and even edges the Air 2S in some areas, including battery life and weight. Our DJI Mavic Air 2 review found that its 12MP 1/2-inch Quad Bayer sensor still produced impressively clean images at all ISO levels. So how do you decide which aerial companion is the best for you? To help, we've explained how the two drones compare in seven key areas based on our time with both drones. And then to finish, we've concluded which one we think offers the best value for money and deserves to win the great 'DJI Mavic Air 2 vs Air 2S' DJI Mavic Air 2 vs Air 2S sensor: The Air 2S has a 1-inch sensorThe biggest difference between the DJI Air 2S and the Mavic Air 2 is their sensors. While the Air 2 has a 1/2-inch chip, the Air 2S has a much larger 1-inch sensor. That means the new drone has greater light-gathering powers, which were very apparent in our the Mavic Air 2's footage remains impressive for its size, the Air 2S is a real step up for both videos and stills. In fact, it even gives the higher-end Mavic 2 Pro a good run for its money – which isn't surprising, seeing as that drone also has a 1-inch sensor.(Image credit: DJI)The Air 2S' new sensor and image processing pipeline bring a couple of other benefits, too. It can shoot or 4K/60p video, both of which are beyond the Mavic Air 2's top resolution and frame-rate of 4K/30p. It's worth bearing in mind that there is a slight crop when you shoot in 4K/60p on the Air 2S, but it does also trump its older cousin in terms of maximum video bit-rate (150Mbps, compared to 120Mbps). Even more importantly for those who like to color-grade their videos, the Air 2S can also shoot in 10-bit D-Log or HLG formats, which trumps its sibling's 8-bit Air 2S has a slightly wider 22mm focal length than the Mavic Air 2 (24mm), which means you can get more in shot. (Image credit: Future)On the other hand, the Air 2S' stills photo resolution tops out at 20MP, compared to 48MP on the Mavic Air 2. We weren't hugely impressed with the 48MP mode on the latter, though, which produces softer raw files and JPEGs than its 12MP shots, along with washed out and desaturated colors. Overall, the Mavic Air 2's overall performance is more than good enough for hobbyist shooters, but the Air 2S and its new sensor definitely straddle a higher line between enthusiast and pro DJI Mavic Air 2 vs Air 2S design: The Air 2S has better obstacle avoidanceThese two drones have almost identical designs, with folding bodies that have very similar weights (the Air 2S is 25g heavier) and dimensions (the Mavic Air 2 is 4mm longer).One small difference, though, is that the Air 2S has an extra pair of obstacle avoidance sensors on the top. These join the ones you already got on the Mavic Air 2, which are on the front, rear and bottom of the drone.(Image credit: DJI)In reality, this doesn't make a dramatic difference, unless you rely heavily on the Advanced Pilot Assistance System (APAS), which lets you set the drone to stop or fly autonomously around their many sensors and clever automated flying, DJI drones are still most comfortable when they have a clear path to fly through – and if this is mostly how you tend to shoot, then this is a relatively minor difference between the Air 2S and Mavic Air DJI Mavic Air 2 vs Air 2S shooting modes: The Air 2S brings MasterShotsBoth the Air 2S and Mavic Air 2 are packed with automated flying modes. The main difference between the two is that the Air 2S brings upgraded versions of these modes, including ActiveTrack and Advanced Pilot Assistance System (APAS) and also adds a new one called is another handy mode aimed at beginner flyers. Once you've chosen a subject for it to focus on, it'll automatically record a video on one of three presets routes, and also edit the footage with soundtracks and subtitles if short, it's a bit like DJI's answer to GoPro's QuikStories feature, and we've so far found it to be a similar experience. While it's a good way to quickly get some pro-looking footage, you'll likely want to quickly move onto the more useful QuickShots or manual flight that the Mavic Air 2 already has the same the FocusTrack modes as the Air 2S, though, we'd say these flying features probably aren't a reason to upgrade to the newer model. The much bigger difference between the two drones is their DJI Mavic Air 2 vs Air 2S range and transmission: The Air 2S is a step up The Air 2S has the edge over the Mavic Air 2 when it comes to both range and the stability of its connection to the controller, thanks to the inclusion of DJI's Ocusync drone's transmission system can affect a few things, including how far away you can fly it, the resolution of the video feed sent to your smartphone, the speed at which you can download videos from the drone, and the overall stability of the from the addition of Ocusync connectivity on the Air 2S' controller (left), both pads are pretty much identical. (Image credit: DJI)The Mavic Air 2 uses Ocusync and we certainly had no major complaints about that system, aside from the video feed occasionally stuttering and locking while flying. But Ocusync is certainly a step up, boosting its maximum range from 10km to 12km (or from 6km to 8km outside the US) and slightly improving the reliability of the connection, particularly when you're flying it it isn't a revolutionary leap over the Mavic Air 2, but is another bonus of going for the newer model. The inclusion of Ocusync on the Air 2S does also bring the (distant) possibility of the drone being compatible with the DJI Goggles for a First Person View (FPV) flying while DJI said this is "theoretically" possible, it added that "there's no roadmap or timeline for this", so it can't be counted as another reason to go for the Air 2S. It also looks increasingly unlikely, given that DJI's FAQ for the drone still says "there is currently no plan to add support" for the Goggles to the Air DJI Mavic Air 2 vs Air 2S battery life: The Mavic Air 2 has the slight edgeConsidering the DJI Air 2S has a new camera, more sensors and a slightly heavier body than the Mavic Air 2, you might expect its battery life to be considerably worse, given both drones use the same type of in real-world use, there isn't actually much difference between them. The quoted flight times for the drones is 31 minutes for the Air 2S and 34 minutes for the Mavic Air 2. In our tests, we found that the Air 2S actually gives you (like the Mavic Air 2) around 20 minutes of actual flight time, which is about par for drones of this size.(Image credit: DJI)The reason for that missing ten minutes from the official figures is because DJI's quoted time is for when there's no wind. Its drones' automatic Return-to-Home function also kicks in when you have 25% of your battery left. This is why we always recommend going for DJI's 'Fly More' bundles if you can afford to, because they include two spare batteries to give you a bit more DJI Mavic Air 2 vs Air 2S zoom: A useful bonus feature on the Air 2SWhile neither of these drones have optical zoom seen on the DJI Mavic 2 Zoom, the Air 2S does draw on its resolution to provide a pretty useful digital zoom function. This isn't available at all on the Mavic Air we wouldn't recommend using digital zoom, because it tends to reduce image quality by cropping into your image. But because the Air 2S' new camera can shoot at resolution, there is some additional leeway that allows it to offer a sliding scale of zoom at different paper, this goes up to 8x zoom when you're shooting 1080/30p video or 4x zoom during its 4K/30p mode. In reality, we wouldn't recommend going beyond 2x zoom, but even that is a useful feature that allows you to get closer to subjects when conditions (or your local drone laws) won't allow wide-angle lenses on most drones can be a double-edged sword, with the ability to get whole scenes in your shot counter-balanced by the difficulty of singling out specific subjects. We think the Air 2S' zoom function is a useful advantage over the Mavic Air 2 and could be worth bearing in mind, depending on the kind of shooting you're planning to word of warning, though: the zoom function isn't available when you're shooting 10-bit videos, 120fps slo-mo or still photos, so it's also not quite as versatile as we'd DJI Mavic Air 2 vs Air 2S price: The Air 2S justifies its premiumPerhaps the biggest factor for most people when buying a drone is the cost – so how do these two mid-range models compare?Somewhat disappointingly, the DJI Mavic Air 2 has remained at its launch price, despite the arrival of its newer sibling. Still, it isn't exactly an old model – and we still think it offers good value considering its given the Air 2S' new 1-inch sensor, 10-bit video recording, new zoom function and Ocusync connectivity, we think it currently justifies its premium over the Mavic Air 2. DJI Air 2S vs Mavic Air 2 pricing Standard bundleFly More bundleDJI Air 2S£899 / $999 / AU $1,699$1,299 / £1,169 AU $2,099DJI Mavic Air 2$799 / £769 / AU$1,499$999 / £949 / AU$1,899 The slightly tempting aspect of the DJI Mavic Air 2's price, for US and UK buyers in particular, is that its 'Fly More' bundle dips under the $1,000 / £1,000 mark. Given we usually recommend buying that bundle (which brings features like two extra batteries, a carry case and more), we could see why that may well tempt some equivalent bundle for the Air 2S, meanwhile, pushes it into the pricing territory of the DJI Mavic 2 Pro. But again, we don't see this as an issue for the Air 2S – in fact, you can read about why our reviewer is actually planning to sell his Mavic 2 Pro for the Air short, the DJI Air 2S' size, camera and features make it the best all-round drone we've tested – and while a price reduction for the Mavic Air 2 during shopping events like Prime Day and Black Friday could well make it a real bargain, right now DJI's newer model is the one most buyers should plump the DJI Air 2S has convinced me to sell my DJI Mavic 2 Pro Mark is the Cameras Editor at TechRadar. Having worked in tech journalism for a ludicrous 17 years, Mark is now attempting to break the world record for the number of camera bags hoarded by one person. He was previously Cameras Editor at Trusted Reviews, Acting editor on as well as Features editor and Reviews editor on Stuff magazine. As a freelancer, he's contributed to titles including The Sunday Times, FourFourTwo and Arena. And in a former life, he also won The Daily Telegraph's Young Sportswriter of the Year. But that was before he discovered the strange joys of getting up at 4am for a photo shoot in London's Square Mile. DJI Air 2S is the latest addition to the Air series from DJI, and it’s easily one of the most powerful so far. With a 1-inch sensor, video, the new MasterShots feature, and more, it’s hard to find a better option out there. But how does it stack up to its predecessor, Mavic Air 2? In this article, we’ll compare the two, highlighting some of the major upgrades and explaining why DJI Air 2S is the ultimate all-in-one drone. DJI Air 2S vs. Mavic Air 2: 4 Key Upgrades Intelligence: Epic is Easy with MasterShots DJI Air 2S Mavic Air 2 Intelligent Shooting MasterShots Not Supported QuickShots QuickShots DJI Air 2S offers one of DJI’s most impressive intelligent features for creators: MasterShots. This new feature essentially gives anyone the ability to get all the best shots in any location within just a few minutes and just a couple of taps. MasterShots can be thought of as the next evolution of QuickShots, a feature found on many DJI drones. But while QuickShots only offered one automatic flight route at a time, MasterShots combines 10-15, which are flown in sequence while the drone focuses on a subject of your choice and records. It even creates an automatic video clip afterward, edited with music, filters, and smooth transitions. More than 20 templates are available to choose from, all of which were created by professional aerial photographers. This DJI Air 2S feature is an extremely powerful and convenient way for anyone to get all the shots they want in any location. With Mavic Air 2, users had to either use QuickShots, or fly and record manually to achieve the same results, which would take much longer and require an expert-level pilot in some cases. Whether you’re a beginner or expert, you can get numerous cinematic clips of any subject effortlessly with MasterShots, leaving you with more time to explore and create. Camera Performance: Bigger Sensor, Better Results DJI Air 2S Mavic Air 2 Sensor 1-inch CMOS Sensor 1/2-inch CMOS Sensor Video Resolutions 4K/60fps, 1080p/120fps 4K/60fps, 1080p/240fps While Mavic Air 2 is still a powerful and versatile option when it comes to footage quality, DJI Air 2S raises the bar with a 1-inch CMOS sensor and the ability to shoot in resolution. A bigger sensor is a big deal for many reasons, but essentially, it provides better quality and more details in any shot. Firstly, the night shooting ability of DJI Air 2S is significantly improved compared to Mavic Air 2. More nuance and details can be found in both the highlights and the shadows, and more visual information means more options when editing footage. Some of the most beautiful drone shots take place in low lighting. Scenarios like sunrises, sunsets, or dark cityscapes are now crisp and vividly colored. That means with DJI Air 2S, there’s never a bad time to capture excellent cinematic footage. Safety: Advanced Technology for Worry-Free Flight DJI Air 2S Mavic Air 2 Sensor APAS [1] APAS Sensing System Four-directional sensing: Upward, downward, forward, and backward Effective Forward Sensing Speed: 15 m/s Three-directional sensing: Forward, backward, and downward Effective Sensing Speed: 12 m/s Compared to Mavic Air 2’s obstacle sensing, DJI Air 2S has the ability to perceive its environment in four directions: up, down, forward, and backward. DJI Air 2S also features the upgraded Advanced Pilot Assistance Systems (APAS which allows DJI Air 2S to autonomously avoid obstacles in more complex scenarios and at high speeds. [1] These enhanced obstacle sensing capabilities mean DJI Air 2S is better able to avoid obstacles automatically, even when flying at high speeds. In fact, this feature even works when flying in S mode, thanks to the added upward sensors. One of the reasons obstacle sensing is such a benefit for pilots of any skill level is that it lets them focus on the shot instead of worrying about surroundings. Pilots should always be aware of their environment and fly safely, but obstacle avoidance is indispensable when trying to get cinematic shots in complex environments like a wooded forest or a rocky coastline. Transmission: Fly Farther, Capture More DJI Air 2S Mavic Air 2 Transmission O3 transmission system, 12km range, 1080p feed [2] OcuSync transmission system, 10km range, 1080p feed DJI Air 2S features the upgrades O3 transmission system with the most up-to-date OcuSync technology. That means max transmission range is now increased from Mavic Air 2’s 10 km up to 12 km [2], and with a stronger signal. Antennas on the DJI Air 2S are also doubled to support omnidirectional signal reception, offering sensitive and stable signal when the drone is flying above or ahead. A stronger transmission signal is absolutely critical when flying a drone. An increased signal means users can fly farther and see more. It also means increased safety as loss of signal is less likely. And with a low-latency feed, pilots are more able to get the precise shots and movements they want for a better flight and filming experience. With a larger 1-inch CMOS sensor, upgraded autonomous functions like MasterShots, and increased tracking and safety features, DJI Air 2S is truly the ultimate drone for aerial photographers on the move. Although Mavic Air 2 is still a powerful tool for aerial creators, DJI Air 2S has proven itself to be the all-in-one choice. Buy Now Notes: * All parameter values listed on this page were measured using the production version of DJI Air 2S in a controlled test environment. Actual results may vary depending on flight environment, usage method, and firmware version. ** All videos and pictures on this page were shot in strict compliance with relevant local laws and regulations. [1] APAS is not available while recording in 4K/60fps, 4K/50fps, 4K/48fps, 1080p/120fps. [2] Unobstructed, free of interference, and when FCC-compliant. Maximum flight range specification is a proxy for radio link strength and resilience. You May Also Like: DJI Air 2S: What is a 1-inch sensor and why is it important? Unboxing DJI Air 2S: DJI’s Smallest 1-Inch Sensor Drone If you are looking for a new DJI drone, Mavic series drones offer an excellent combination of power and portability at a great price. Mavic Air 2 is the latest addition to the Mavic series lineup, which comes with improved performance compared to the original Mavic Air. In this Mavic Air 2 vs. Mavic Air comparison, we will take a look at video and camera performance, intelligent features, flight performance, and everything in between!Camera PerformanceThe new Mavic Air 2 drone features a bigger 1-2 inch camera sensor, 48MP photo, and FeaturesLet’s gets things started with one of the most significant differences between Mavic Air 2 and Mavic Air. Mavic Air 2 features a bigger and better 1-2 inch camera sensor compared to the inch sensor on the original Mavic Air. The Mavic Air 2 camera is also supported by Quad Bayer technology, which provides stunning 48 MP photos as well as a 12MP output with pixel binning technology. This type of technology is similar to that used in modern-day smartphones, effectively converting four pixels into one. Mavic Air 2 offers more image details than Mavic Air, which are especially noticeable when you zoom into the RangeMavic Air has an ISO range from 100-1600 in auto mode and 100-3200 in manual mode. In the 12MP mode, Mavic Air 2 has an ISO range from 100-3200 in auto mode and 100-6400 in manual mode. The higher ISO range of Mavic Air 2 gives you better details in different lighting conditions. If you decide to shoot in the 48 MP mode on Mavic Air 2, the ISO range is 100-1600 in auto mode and 100-3200 in manual mode. Check out the ISO comparison below to see how both drones perform at varying ISO is an entirely new feature for Mavic Air 2, which combines HDR imaging, scene recognition, and Hyperlight into one intelligent algorithm. SmartPhoto captures images quickly and easily, optimizing camera parameters, much like a modern-day smartphone does. PanoramaOne of the coolest features of the original Mavic Air is the 32 MP Sphere Panorama, which stitches images together automatically to create an epic panorama. Mavic Air can also produce Horizontal, Vertical, and 180° panoramas, all without the need for processing in the become even more interesting with the new Mavic Air 2 HDR Panorama mode. Using the most advanced panorama mode on any of our drones, HDR Panorama produces an ultra-wide panorama with an exceptional dynamic PerformanceMavic Air 2 provides an exceptional video performance with 4K/60fps video at Rate & Bit RateIn addition to a higher frame rate, Mavic Air 2 has a higher bit rate that produces better-looking videos. While both Mavic Air drones have FHD modes, Mavic Air 2 offers up to 240 fps compared to Mavic Air's 120 fps. This all translates to more smoother, cinematic VideoMavic Air 2 also supports HDR video at 4K/30 fps and fps, which produces stunning footage wherever you are. HDR video performs better than standard video functions, offering a better dynamic range for landscape shots. You no longer have to worry so much about the sunlight ruining your epic footage!ISO RangeThe video ISO range offered on Mavic Air 2 is 100-6400 compared to 100-1600 on Mavic Air. The higher ISO setting makes Mavic Air 2 more responsive to light, which produces videos with more vibrant colors and better CodeWhat’s the difference between offered on Mavic Air 2 and offered on Mavic Air? is a new standard of video compression that processes information more efficiently. This simply means you can maintain higher video quality at lower storage and bandwidth, which is great when you need to upload and display your content on social media FeaturesMavic Air 2 steps up to the plate with more intelligent features, taking your filmmaking options to another is a newly introduced suite of intelligent tracking modes for Mavic Air 2 that enables you to obtain more varied footage. First up, we have ActiveTrack which supports our best tracking software to date. ActiveTrack gives you more control over tracking in high-speed scenes along with the ability to track the subject automatically after they’ve been lost behind an object. Point of Interest (POI) allows you to set an automated flight path around a subject and features improved surface recognition algorithms. Last up, we have Spotlight which is a professional drone tracking feature that locks your subject in the center of the frame while offering you full control of your drone’s movement. FocusTrack is a significant step up for users looking for intelligent drone HyperlapseYou can now shoot 8K Hyperlapses on Mavic Air 2, which let you control time and movement in stunning scenes. Whether you are filming a cityscape transition from day to night or a stunning sunset over a landscape, 8K Hyperlapse gives you a whole new world of filmmaking possibilities. This new intelligent drone feature can only be found on the Mavic Air of us are just looking for a drone that can shoot epic footage without spending a whole day setting up a shot. If this sounds like you, QuickShots are an excellent way to add impressive flight sequences to your footage in just a few simple taps. Both Mavic Air and Mavic Air 2 offer five QuickShots: Dronie, Circle, Helix, Rocket, Boomerang, and Asteroid. Mavic Air 2 adds advanced electronic stabilization to QuickShots, which makes them smoother and more stable than ever before. Check out this Mavic Air 2 review for a more detailed analysis of Performance & SafetyMavic Air 2 has an upgraded transmission system, increased safety, and an impressive battery life of up to 34 minutes.​​It’s a similar story for flight performance and safety. From mountain peaks to extraordinary cityscapes, Mavic Air 2 provides exceptional transmission and signal thanks to the new OcuSync feature. Compared to Mavic Air’s Wi-Fi transmission, OcuSync is more stable and offers a huge step-up in-flight swiftly forward, Mavic Air 2 offers up to 34 minutes of flight time compared to 21 minutes on Mavic Air. Throw in the Mavic Air 2 Fly More Combo, which comes with three Intelligent Flight Batteries, and you can have over 90 minutes of pure shooting time!Mavic Mini Fly More ComboRemote ControllerThe new Mavic Air 2 remote controller is completely redesigned. You can mount your smartphone above the remote controller.​The Mavic Air 2 controller is lighter, more comfortable, and features a simplistic design. The new remote controller also has inbuilt antennae and a toggle slider for Tripod, Normal, and Sport flight modes. The Mavic Air 2 remote controller also has an impressive battery life of up to 240 minutes, and you can charge your other devices on the go with reverse charging. In terms of live view performance, Mavic Air offers a 720/30fps live view display while Mavic Air 2 produces a 1080p/30fps live Air 2 Remote Controller (Smartphone not included)Mavic Air Remote ControllerDJI Fly & DJI GO 4DJI Fly and DJI GO 4 offer users a simple flight experience with plenty of options to choose Fly makes flying a drone a breeze with easy-to-access settings, templates, and an easy-to-use editing platform. From QuickShots to 8K Hyperlapse, every feature on Mavic Air 2 can be accessed with just a few simple taps. In comparison, Mavic Air uses DJI Go 4, which features an updated homepage, editor, and a playback interface. Both DJI Fly and DJI Go 4 let you capture your adventure with Fly AppDJI Go 4 AppDrone AccessoriesBoth Mavic Air 2 and Mavic Air have a great range of accessories that help you make the most of any adventure.​From ND filters that help you capture spectacular landscape photography to extra batteries and propellers, Mavic Air 2 accessories and Mavic Air accessories improve your entire filmmaking Air 2 ND FiltersMavic Air is a great choice for users looking for an all-round drone that combines a powerful camera with reliable flight performance. If you are looking for the latest camera drone features with upgraded performance, Mavic Air 2 has powerful imaging capabilities, a longer flight time, and a stronger transmission. Throw in 4K/60fps video, SmartPhoto, FocusTrack, and 48MP photos, and you’re looking at an incredibly powerful camera drone! DJI Mini 3 Pro is the latest and greatest coming out of the DJI Mini series. It maintains the lightweight design synonymous with the Mini series, remaining under 249 g. However, its imaging system, flight performance, and intelligent features have all seen comprehensive upgrades making it more beginner-friendly than ever. This article will take you through these upgrades and give you a side-by-side comparison to see how it matches up against Mini 2 and Mavic Air & DesignProduct NameDJI Mini 3 ProDJI Mini 2Mavic Air 2WeightLess than 249 gLess than 249 g570 gDimensions (L×W×H)Folded: 145×90×62 mmFolded: 138×81×58 mmFolded: 180×97×84 mm The DJI Mini series is built around the idea of being lightweight and portable. Like DJI Mini 2, DJI Mini 3 Pro weighs less than 249 g. This weight is significant because it complies with laws and regulations in most countries, so no registration or training is required. If you are a frequent traveler, Mini series drones can save you tedious processes and formalities. The compact size makes them highly portable and easy to fit in your bag. Set off on an adventure and be ready to capture unique it comes to appearance and design, DJI Mini 3 Pro and DJI Mini 2 undoubtedly have the edge given their practicality. They are ideal for anyone who values portability and convenience above all QualityProduct NameDJI Mini 3 ProDJI Mini 2Mavic Air 2Sensor Size 1/ Photo Resolution48 MP12 MP48 MPMax Video Resolution4K/60fps4K/30fps4K/60fpsVertical ShootingTrue Vertical Shooting×Realized in Panorama ModeHDR Image√×√Zoom4x Zoom4x Zoom4x ZoomImage quality is always at the core of camera drones. DJI Mini 3 Pro has the largest sensor of the three, at 1/ inches. The larger the sensor, the more information can be obtained, ultimately resulting in higher image quality. Details can be seen clearly, even on large DJI Mini 3 Pro and Mavic Air 2 can shoot 48MP photos, 4K/60fps video, and 4K HDR images. This is a level above DJI Mini 2. And this is most apparent when shooting in challenging light conditions. Day or night, both camera systems can manage proper brightness and produce footage with rich details. Get share-worthy shots instantly, without the need for post-editing. DJI Mini 3 Pro and Mavic Air 2 are the stand-out picks for beginners who want to create cinematic footage Vertical Shooting is where DJI Mini 3 Pro has the advantage over the rest. Although Mavic Air 2 supports a form of vertical shooting, it is different from Mini 3 Pro. The panoramic vertical shooting feature of Mavic Air 2 can only be used for taking photos. It does this by splicing multiple images together, which involves digital cropping. DJI Mini 3 Pro's redesigned gimbal structure allows for an increased rotation range. The camera rotates 90° so the full-sized sensor can shoot without compressing the image quality or cropping. After exporting a video, you can directly share it to Instagram, TikTok, or other short video platforms. There's no need for editing because it is already optimized for the vertical video size of each platform. The whole process is effortless and results in higher quality content for your social terms of image quality, DJI Mini 3 Pro boasts a larger sensor size and True Vertical Shooting, making it the obvious winner in this PerformanceProduct NameDJI Mini 3 ProDJI Mini 2Mavic Air 2Max Battery LifeTwo options: 34 mins47 mins31 mins34 minsHighest Image Transmission Quality12 km, 1080p10 km, 720p10 km, 1080pMax Wind Speed kph29-38 kph29-38 kphImage quality and design are great, but they mean nothing without flight performance. Let's dive into which of our drones allows you to fly with the most freedom and terms of battery life, DJI Mini 3 Pro is DJI's first consumer drone to offer two battery options. Users can choose between the standard Intelligent Flight Battery, which offers 34 minutes, and the Intelligent Flight Battery Plus [1], which provides up to 47 minutes. With this extra 13 minutes, you can explore more of your surroundings, take more time when composing shots, and try out more of the intelligent features. The longer your flight time, the more chance you have of getting that perfect it comes to image transmission performance, DJI Mini 3 Pro can fly the farthest of the three drones—stably transmitting high-definition images even at 12 km DJI Mini 3 Pro and DJI Mini 2 may be smaller and lighter, their wind speed resistance is no less than that of Mavic Air 2. They can fly stably even in winds of up to 38 kph so that you can record branches, leaves, and water moving in the you're looking for speed, then Mavic Air 2 flies the fastest. It boasts a maximum horizontal flight speed that can reach 19 m/s in Sport Mode. This is higher than the 16 m/s of Mini 3 Pro and Mini 2. Overall, when we look at flight performance, DJI Mini 3 Pro comes out on top again. It offers the longest flight time, a broader image transmission range, and an impressive level of wind FeaturesProduct NameDJI Mini 3 ProDJI Mini 2Mavic Air 2Obstacle SensingTri-Directional Obstacle Sensing (forward, backward, and downward)APAS Tri-Directional Obstacle Sensing (forward, backward, and downward)APAS many beginners of aerial photography, the novelty of flying a drone is often overshadowed by crash anxiety and poor imagery Mini 3 Pro and Mavic Air 2 both support Tri-Directional Obstacle Sensing for added safety. With Mini 3 Pro being the first in its series to do so. It features forward, backward, and downward dual vision sensors and advanced pilot assistance systems (APAS so you can fly Mini with more peace of mind than ever. DJI Mini 3 Pro will automatically bypass obstacles in your flight path, greatly relieving flight anxiety and allowing you to focus more on the is a fan-favorite feature that, until now, could only be found on our very top-end drones. With MasterShots, you can create cinematic videos with just a few taps. The drone automatically determines the flight path and camera movements and even handles the music and transitions for you. DJI Mini 3 Pro has this capability, meaning that now, even beginners can create masterpieces in a matter of minutes. And the intelligent features don't stop there. DJI Mini 3 Pro and Mavic Air 2 also support FocusTrack, QuickShots, and Timelapse. With just a few taps in the app interface, you can add drama to any scene regardless of your skill Mini 3 Pro offers the most well-rounded experience for any first-time flyer. Its improved safety and intuitive features make it ideal for any Only available in select countries. When equipped, the total weight will be over 249 g, and registration may be required in some countries and regions. Always check local regulations before that we've compared the three drones, have you made up your mind? If you are looking for a lightweight and portable drone that offers exceptional camera performance and intuitive features, DJI Mini 3 Pro is hands-down our recommendation.

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