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I have a landing pad that is reflective and also has a battery pack for lit landing in dark conditions. Would that work with the landing sensors better?
Can you (maybe you have) demonstrate what you mean by professional video. I can't really tell one from the other but I'm no pro and my eye is not the most youthful (yes only one eye).
@@Hotwire_RCTrix A professional video requires a camera with a removable lens and a very large dynamic range. There is a reason movies are not made with these little pocket drones :-)
I’ve seen many reviews of the mini 3 and have it myself. Your reviews just seem so simple and easy to follow and understand. Being independent you know your getting an objective truthful review. Many thanks
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 The way the drone was following you with active track and turned in the forest feels like it could give the skydio a run for its money. So impressed! I think an important question would be can the DJI mini 3 track an rc car for instance?
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This is the review I've been waiting for. Some of those who 've received the drone early have been good, though it's been interesting to see the backtracking after the initial effusiveness. Yours is the review to trust.
Capt Drone!!! Your reviews are always so good and entertaining. Yours is one I trust online. Thaks for all the hard work not to mention the umteen cameras you set up so we get a GOOD view of what you are trying to present. I have the Mini 2 setup from a few yeara ago. It was so eay to fly and I really liked it except for one thing. Not being able to see the screen on my Android phone when the sun was out. I really was hoping the new DJI remore would let me add the Mini 2 to it but I guess that is not the case. I was thinking of buying the Mini 3 Pro a while back but hesitated. I got an email this week from DJI and was getting ready to pull the trigger when I said I need to find out what Cpat Drone said about it only to find I had watched your video a while back but forgot I did. When you showed the new remote in sunlight and the screen was black convinced me to take a pass on the buying the new setup. Guess I will wait until they improve the screen on the remote before I buy it. Thanks.
I bought the Mini 3 Pro based on your reviews last week. Was so excited to fly it, but then i started seeing all of the bugs. The snapshot camera was okay if you tilted the camera down a little. Straight out the picture was dark. The video was horrible. At the single setting the screen was so bright that you couldn't see anything. At the 48MP setting the picture was very, very dark (during these tests, it was a bright sunny day). Called DJI tech support and they said the camera was defective and they said to send it in for repair. The drone was only 3 days old and I just returned it. I won't be buying another one mostly because I found out that all DJI drones can only track cars and people. Wanted to track my tractor and it wouldn't lock on - so see ya DJI, hello Autel!
One thing I dislike about the Mini 3 is the lack of quick release props. Ok, none of the sub-250g drones have quick release props, but it took me 30mins to change the props on the Mini 3. The screws were so well locked with the locktite, the little screwdriver that comes with the drone would not budge the screws. I had to get extra long pliers to grip the screws and twist them off. Thus I recommend buying a screwdriver with a larger handle for added grip and leverage. Otherwise forget about changing the props in the field.
Great review, no other reviewer mentioned the points of over heating. And the fact the rotating the controller will not change the picture. No landing lights, is a minus if you plan flying at night. Thanks Steve
Steve, excellent and very fair review. This is the first review that I have seen that is telling it like it is. Unfortunately so many of the reviewer‘s on TH-cam are very very pro DJI’s. A lot of my questions were answered in this part 1.The active track is impressive no doubt. I look forward to your part 2. After all it is not a professional drone.
Excellent comparison, especially the range test. One thing I would add is the smart controller causes issues if you pinch the controls (they assume thumbs) which makes it very easy to hit the menubar and pop up the dji fly app in the middle of the flight. I had to create a cover to prevent that from happening. My thumbs shake especially when I'm nervous. Wish they'd add an extra inch between the display and the controls we pinchers could rest our thumbs on the controller next to the stick. Anyway another great job.
The best review I have ever seen. I like every single second in it, especially obstacle avoidance part. Thanks so much Steve for this great video, you have done lots of efforts and time to bring this wonderful review for us. ❤️
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I’m struggling between this drone the DJI FPS drone as they are both going to run me the same price after I buy extra batteries and such. This one can fly for hours with extra batteries where as the FPS is 20 minutes and 300$ for 2 batteries. Which would you guys choose if you could only have one? Thanks
@@michaelwallen5652 The FPV drone and Mini 3 are two totally different types of flying and experience. What are you wanting to accomplish with a drone?
@@flywithmike8608 I know and I’ve only flown the mini se which I love. I want the pro 3 because all around it’s what I want, long distance arial shots, good video, long battery life. Id like to experience the super impressive stuff like the 6 mile range.The FPS is I guess for mainly flying fast and precise with the goggles. A unique experience. I’m probably getting the pro 3 most likely just so I can utilize the long range with such long battery life. Eventually I will get the FPS just don’t have the funds currently.
Bravo... another excellent unbiased review Steve! Love that you mentioned the weaknesses up front. There are so many apologists and fan boy reviewers that don't think we're capable of making intellegent choices, even if everything is not unicorns and rainbows. I had my Mini 3 on order and cancelled it and reordered 3-4 times. DJI kept on pushing back those Canadian deliveries so in the end purchased the Autel Nano Plus from RCGoing and got it to my door in one week! Autel reduced their price and offered their professional package cheaper than I was paying for the Mini 3 with fly more. Now if only Autel would release the active track firmware and offer a waypoint mission planning I'd be a happy camper. Really looking forward to an apples to apples comparison between the Mini 3 and the Nano +. Also would be interesting to see the Mini 3 in action when LOS is interupted (like flying around corners or flying behind a large hill or down a cliff. You do have cliffs there in the capital region don't you? ;)
I love your channel. Question: Why don't you have any videos about the DJI Mini 3? You have DJI Mini 3 Pro videos, but I can't find any DJI MIni 3 videos?
The DJI Mini 3 is just a lesser version of the Mini 3 Pro, so it would be like showing a Mini 3 Pro but with less features. It is like your family car. There will be a TOP of the Line version, then a mid version then an economy version. If someone showed the TOP version in a review, they would not bother with the lesser versions.
Cap sorry I haven't been around but been in hospital for last few months and it was a bit of an emergency so didn't get to pack my phone charger was sick before I went in so I'm thinking it may have been around 6 months since I tuned in. I can't believe the 3 pro is out as I was dreaming about getting the Mini 2.lol. I have to let you know I was blown away at how professional your videos are looking you must have gotten new editing software. Bravo again. We've finally gotten some good weather this weekend out here on Vancouver Island, up until now it's been Junuary!lol Keep up the great content and looking forward to part two. I think I'm gonna go back and check out the reviews I missed.
Thank you for the kind words Steve. It's been a tough recovery, we are still getting hit pretty hard out here. I had no idea of all the different ways one could be affected. Memory took about of a beating too but starting to clear out the fog.lol it has been rough on so many levels. Well Canada Day is coming up so hopefully BBQ and go downtown for fireworks.
I would love to buy this but can't afford to pay the amount that I would have to. Do you have any other recommendations of mini drones that have obstacle avoidance?
Excellent review. The observed negatives are very helpful and go beyond the hype. Tempted to buy the Mini 3. Sizer, lower noise, camera and track automation are big purchase points for me.
In the early reviews, I watched several that showed how great that controller screen is. You showed what it really is. So once again, dji fails its customers but wins for its stockholders.
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Boy, that was an "epic" intro you did on this drone. I dug it. But I also love when you show up because your so "user-friendly" as a person and interviewer. I'm also impressed that you are professional enough to use a dead cat cover on your lavalier mike. They work so good in the wind, I wish all the other interviewers would use them too. Hint! Hint! I really like this drone. You're right about the object sensors. It worked great in the forest, and you could even see the screen in there. There's a lot of bang for the buck on this little guy. I'd love to get one, but I'm trying to be a "good boy" and wait a while since I already have 5 other nice drones. Marc T.
Thank you. I’ve been sitting here waiting to see your review, as a fellow Canadian I wait for your reviews first before I do anything. Now to watch it ………🤙🏻🇨🇦
Very good review, answered a lot of my questions. Love the active track is awesome I see and that was one thing I was needing. I can’t remember if the Mini 2 had active track I’ll have to look back at your reviews. I still have my Mini and with all that’s gone on in this country and being a single full time disabled father I have to spend carefully. So I respect your reviews so I know what I’m getting. Thank you again for the honest reviews
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Great review! Nice to see one that is non-biased and fair review! I have one and love it so far but, then again, not much to NOT love (except the hard to see RC screen in daylight)!! Thanks!
Good job Captain... your editing and storyboarding skills are great. The heat from that processor is concerning. I wonder how many hot/cold cycles the chip can take before the substrate cracks... Active track trace is impressive. Good job DJI.
Hi Steve, Great Video as always and thanks for answering some questions, but now there is a new question with regards to overheating, where I live in sunny Seychelles, we are a tropical island nation, sometimes during the NW Monsoon the temperatures can reach 30°+ sometimes on a very hot day could be around 33 max, so my question is, Did DJI include which operating temperatures can the drone operate at before overheating and if you are unfortunate how long u need to be air born before the drone overheats and there is the question of how long does it take to authorise flight in NFZ, I do get that problem here at home as my location is not that far from the main airport, But the NFZ can be unlocked as long I obey my civil aviation authorities drone rules, which severely limits my flight altitude, but the property is decent enough and as long as I stay on our property its fine. I think if I want to buy a small drone, the Autel Nano would be better for me
So for overheating in flight in hot climates, would only occur if the drone was hot before takeoff… that means, keep it in the shade before you power it on and fly. Also Sport Mode can cause overheating in hot climates. The drone will not fall from the sky but will warn you to return home. NFZ unlock is done via filing out a form online.
Another good review Capt. Still have a very flyable Mini2 with over 1 yr of DJI Care on it, so no buy soon. Love the way the little frog 🐸 takes a certain attitude in flight. Love your content. Keep flying!!
I agree with you even the DJI mini 2, Hubsan Zino mini Fimi and a bunch of other 250g drones do just fine in the wind. Usually when I complain about drones that cannot handle the wind they are cheap 50 dollar drones or coaxial helicopters or micro planes that say designed for indoor use on the box. The DJI mini 3 pro seems to handle the wind like a champ in you video.
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you for this great review. You give great information and make it fun and interesting. I especially appreciate the direct comment concerning the brightness of the RC controller. I was hoping that the controller would provide clear view in bright sun. This weakness will keep me from buying the Mini 3. I will continue to fly my Mini 2 and use the RC N1 controller with the hood on my iPhone/controller in bright sun-works very well. Cheers from Wisconsin, bud.
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A few months ago I bought a Mini 2 on your recommendation and could not be Happier!!! BEST DRONE REVIEW CHANNEL on TH-cam hands down!!! Thank You! If I buy the air2s with smart controller would the controller work with the mini? Or is it more of a nuisance to bind back and forth? Idno toss up Mini 3 pro or Air 2s.....decisions decisions.....thanks again
Thank you Captain, you just sold me. That’s just the size and features I need to follow me and my overland rig on the back wooded trails. I just didn’t us a drone enough to justify the Skydio, plus I wanted a controller to do scene shots of camp and nature. I love my Gen 1 Mini and this new one is just the ticket.
The best reviews are made by you. The intro is also done cool. I had thought you would make no statement about the Mini 3. You seem to really like her. You will probably use them more often than the Air 2s or the Mavic 3. Or do you think that maybe the Nano plus is better?
I plan to compare it to the Mini 2 in episode 3, and against the Nano+ in episode 4. Keep in mine that I fly every consumer drone (that is good), on the planet, both camera GPS drones and Advanced level FPV drones, as well as RC Helicopters and RC Planes. This makes me Numb to any brand loyalty.
i got mine Friday! i was on vaca with my mavic mini which came REAL close to death :) Filming the ocean in N California it was windy! and it wasn't coming baaaack. I remembered too late you want it in SPORTS mode comin back - it was in cinema :( So it ran outa juice, came down, riiight over the highway guardrail. I looked for it all along the highway. Finally remembered the "find my drone" thing. Got right to it, but nothing there! Then i spotted it perched ON TOP of the guard rail - a foot had snagged one side and it landed perfectly ON TOP the guard rail. Whew !!!!! Is there somethin cool i can do with 2 drones? Or should I just sell off this trusty lil warrior? That obstacle avoidance stuff looked GREAT :)
I believe it had to do with marketing and country weight regulations. The Spark had great features but to make an under 250 unit they had to remove features, so they couldn’t call it the spark 2. Marketing advised them to call it a MAVIC.
This the first time i have ever left a comment but i love your honest opinion about every drone your not a brain washed DJI person keep up the good work from Scotland .
Hey Steve! Why is the "e" in "Remote Display" and the "a" in the Hat of "GoPro Hat Cam" backwards at 23:57 ? Also, thanks for your excellent review on this wonderful little drone. I just picked mine up and although I've already watched your videos on this, I'm going back through as your review is really an entertaining tutorial! 👍👍 Sending lots of love and respect from Corpus Christi, Texas! 🥰 Oh snap! I came back to add this with the edit feature... I'm seeing other letters doing the same thing. haha!😵💫🥸
Thanks, you’re gonna love the drone. Also you have a good eye. I put letter animations in some of my video’s text to cause the viewer to see movement and read the text… many never notice what you noticed, so you have excellent eyesight.
Aha! To be completely transparent, I thought my 👀 eyes were playing tricks on me because I swore I noticed movement! I backtracked and watched 🧐🤓intently, then… voilà! 🤩🥳😂 I instantly reclaimed my sanity! 🤪
Thank goodness, the first honest, non biased review I’ve seen if the Mini 3. Quick question Captain, if you had the choice right now, would you go for the Mini 3 or the Air 2 s
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Great review Steve. It's refreshing to get a REAL review rather than a thinly disguised advertisement as seen from some other reviewers. Mine should arrive this week and I'm looking forward to flying it keeping in mind your own observations/failings. Cheers from Tasmania Australia.
Love your intro. Thank you for your review. I saw a review, the guy was totally lying or not telling the full truth about that drone. The drone was bad in his review but he stayed the course,so thank you. I have a question. I spent money on a used mavic 3,not full price but a lot. When the seller sold it to me he had bought it from a friend that crashed it the problem with that is the Drone flies great, however I was not aware that he had crashed until after I bought it. One of the sensors has a scratch in the middle of it so it's constantly reading somethings in the way and it want to go around the "object" I called dji they. Said someone tried to open it to reset the gimbal so now there's a Code of 400 21 that will not allow the camera to view everything works great the GPS works and flies great after I turn if off the sensor, however I can't see a video feed. Someone told me needs to be factory reset but DJI has not released a factory reset am I stuck having DJI to pay fix this... The drone look great flies perfect gimbal and camera work but no feed.
When it comes to fixing issues with DJI drones, where hardware is the issue, the only option is to send it in for repairs. Cost is usually under $200 for most repairs & shipping.
Good day captain, nice review❤, i’ve just got my mini 3 pro, tried to rise up in the air- just once for now, i’m still learning and trying not to damage❤😂 i just love the review you made i’ll watch the part 2, thanks!
Good video again, when you were doing the static wind test I’m sure the area immediately under the drone was wavy like mirage if so that’s a lot of heat coming from the drone.😳
i have a small drone youtube channel on drones and captian drones channel got me into drones and inspired me to start my channel. i love how he makes new videos every few days, thank you captian drone!
Finally!!! Thanks Captain for another of your best in the business reviews. The question I hope is answered by the end your series is Mini 3, Nano or both? I kind of hope it’s both as I have a 3 on order but can’t get the little orange drone out of my head.
Excellent video, I bought my DJI Mini 3 Pro when the first came out Love this little thing. They worked out a lot of bugs through updates. But not being able to see the RC screen on some days is my only major problem. i'm sure getting older doesn't help 😂
Excellent Part 1! I will send a few novice friends to this for a solid, no-frills review. Can we at least add bacon to Part 2 (or 3)? You and I both know that "Pro" requires bacon. Thanks yet again for a great video.
Great video, although I would not share all your findings with my thoughts after using the drone for about 30 flights now: How would you use the controller in vertical mode?!?! Don’t underestimate the power of vertical mode for photography!! It might be a gimmick for video, but it’s a gem when you love taking pictures! I was flying in 32°C -> doing a Timelapse, 15min hovering on ONE spot, zero wind… NO overheating! My iPhone 12Pro Max dims very fast, when used with my RC-N1 controller. So it’s theoretical brightness advantage against the DJI-RC with its 700nits Display just brakes away in warm sunny conditions. The DJI-RC is MUCH better than my iPhone 12 Pro Max then!
I got the DJI-RC and it sucks in broad daylight, it gets harder to see with the glare. I’ve been using iPads since I got the original Mavic Pro. Unless someone make a RC Shade Hood then it is not worth it for me.
I took the plunge and bought a Mini 3 Pro. Fun times! Question for you: I take this guy on canoe trips. It lives in a waterproof hardcase and I have a 26k 45W power bank to charge the batteries while on the go. I'm thinking of setting up the case so that the batteries can charge while inside the case. However, I am worried about overheating issues because they'll be enclosed in insulating foam I side the case. I know little about charging batteries, other than to plug them in, so I'm just wondering if this is a safe thing to do or if it is a big no-no. I won't hold you to whatever your answer is, I'm not taking your advice as gospel. Just wondering what you think of the idea of arranging my hard case that way. Seperate question: is it bad to store the batteries inside the charging hub when they're not charging? It would make much more efficient use of the space inside the case if I can leave the batteries in the charger when not in use. Thank you!
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 I kinda figured, but thought I'd ask someone more knowledgeable. Is it ok to store the batteries inside the charging hub, though? (Without charging them, just to save space inside the case = smaller case to carry in my canoe.)
@@adventureben22 DJI batteries tend to discharge to zero if stored in the charging hub for lengthy periods of time. Other than that, you can do it for shorter periods of a few days.
I really like this video you can basically say this was some kind of review about it but I agree with you what she said about Scotia being better but I was amazed how it flew through the trees backwards and still be able to make it out that’s on my bucket list keep on making these videos love them
Thank you for your review you did a great job!!! I was actually considering on buying this but there's a few things I don't like about it after watching your video and I think I'm going to look into the eveo you can find some of your videos on that and compare them. Again thank you have a great day
From down under and and want to say you are so engaging your videos are great to watch! Sadly my Mini 3 Pro crashed in my garden after signal loss and the front right arm ripped from the body. Waiting for DJI Support to investigate. Looking forward to my new replacement. And once bitten twice shy. Won’t let it out of my line of sight this time when meandering through our large garden of 3 acres.
Nice to hear a balanced review rather than the early gushing fanboy reviews or the conspiracy reviews from first time flyers. I also have the Mini 3 and recently flew out in your area. I find that if you know the limitations, it’s the most versatile drone I have had so far.
Hi, Steve. If you can get to this question, I would appreciate your opinion/answer. I'm a long-time DJI customer considering a Mini 3 Pro. You mentioned the Mini 3 overheating in your video. I live in the South U.S. along the Gulf of Mexico. Temperatures here last week reached 100F (38C) and the heat index reached 116F (46C). That's pretty typical throughout June, July and August. If you're in Canada and experiencing overheating of the Mini 3, I seriously wonder how it will do in such a hot and humid climate. From your experience, do you have any insights?
So, it heats up due to the video transmission. This is normal in all drones, and is the reason large drones have fans built in. Autel put a fan in the Nano+ just for that reason. The heating begins when it is powered on so that means if you live in a hot climate, keep it in the shade so it stays cool before you power it on, and ensure you takeoff within 4 minutes of powering it on & you should be fine. Also avoid using SPORT mode for extended periods.
Excellent, detailed review! 👏👏👍 You tell it like it is, and viewers appreciate it! I would like to see the creative modes tested, and some photo/video comparisons between the the Mini 3 Pro, Mini 2, and the Autel Evo Lite + (or the Air 2s/Mavic 3)👍 Keep up the great work! 🌟
Hey Captain, just a thought!; perhaps the Spark retrospective could be in the context of where the DJI "Mini Drone" actually started compared to where its at today !
Impressive… how does it compare to the Air2s? Would it be much of a upgrade from the Air2s or is the target upgrade for new flyers and mini 1 and 2 owners ? …the bigger battery and screen controller look intriguing
In my opinion the mini 3 is pretty much an Air 2s and the original MAVIC pro combined. Have all this in a small size makes it the one to get. If you already have an air 2s, then not much reason to get the mini 3 unless there is a feature you need.
Well DJI is breathing a sigh of relief now that the Captain has given his approval of the mini 3! DJI send the Captain the extended batteries for the mini 3 for testing, the least you can do. You know DJI reads all the comments.🤔 As always nice job on the review Captain.
Are you sure there are no landing lights? I see two holes with what look like IR leds between the two bottom sensors. Not of concern to me it is forbidden to fly at night in Australia anyway as is flying over people.
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I have a landing pad that is reflective and also has a battery pack for lit landing in dark conditions. Would that work with the landing sensors better?
@@latenighter1965 Yes
Can you (maybe you have) demonstrate what you mean by professional video. I can't really tell one from the other but I'm no pro and my eye is not the most youthful (yes only one eye).
@@Hotwire_RCTrix A professional video requires a camera with a removable lens and a very large dynamic range. There is a reason movies are not made with these little pocket drones :-)
What you mean? I got my free DJI drone today. They sent me the Mavic 3 fly more combo instead because the mini 2 and mini 3 pro were out of stock.
I’ve seen many reviews of the mini 3 and have it myself.
Your reviews just seem so simple and easy to follow and understand. Being independent you know your getting an objective truthful review.
Many thanks
Thank you very much!
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 The way the drone was following you with active track and turned in the forest feels like it could give the skydio a run for its money. So impressed! I think an important question would be can the DJI mini 3 track an rc car for instance?
A good reason as to why I trust Captain Drone’s reviews is because he reviews plenty of drones from basic to professional so his bar is raised high which allows him to be nothing but completely honest about the drone’s limitations and if they are considered good limitations or the company could make changes to better the drone.
Thank you!
the most honest reviewer on drones planes and rc cars.no.1 captain.
Thank you
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This is the review I've been waiting for. Some of those who 've received the drone early have been good, though it's been interesting to see the backtracking after the initial effusiveness. Yours is the review to trust.
Thank you
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@@bugsy742 My pleasure!
The Captain is always spot on.
I've also owned a mini 3 Pro since release date.
It's the most honest review I've ever seen!
Thanks.
Capt Drone!!! Your reviews are always so good and entertaining. Yours is one I trust online. Thaks for all the hard work not to mention the umteen cameras you set up so we get a GOOD view of what you are trying to present. I have the Mini 2 setup from a few yeara ago. It was so eay to fly and I really liked it except for one thing. Not being able to see the screen on my Android phone when the sun was out. I really was hoping the new DJI remore would let me add the Mini 2 to it but I guess that is not the case. I was thinking of buying the Mini 3 Pro a while back but hesitated. I got an email this week from DJI and was getting ready to pull the trigger when I said I need to find out what Cpat Drone said about it only to find I had watched your video a while back but forgot I did. When you showed the new remote in sunlight and the screen was black convinced me to take a pass on the buying the new setup. Guess I will wait until they improve the screen on the remote before I buy it. Thanks.
I bought the Mini 3 Pro based on your reviews last week. Was so excited to fly it, but then i started seeing all of the bugs. The snapshot camera was okay if you tilted the camera down a little. Straight out the picture was dark. The video was horrible. At the single setting the screen was so bright that you couldn't see anything. At the 48MP setting the picture was very, very dark (during these tests, it was a bright sunny day).
Called DJI tech support and they said the camera was defective and they said to send it in for repair. The drone was only 3 days old and I just returned it. I won't be buying another one mostly because I found out that all DJI drones can only track cars and people. Wanted to track my tractor and it wouldn't lock on - so see ya DJI, hello Autel!
One thing I dislike about the Mini 3 is the lack of quick release props. Ok, none of the sub-250g drones have quick release props, but it took me 30mins to change the props on the Mini 3. The screws were so well locked with the locktite, the little screwdriver that comes with the drone would not budge the screws. I had to get extra long pliers to grip the screws and twist them off. Thus I recommend buying a screwdriver with a larger handle for added grip and leverage. Otherwise forget about changing the props in the field.
Great review, no other reviewer mentioned the points of over heating. And the fact the rotating the controller will not change the picture.
No landing lights, is a minus if you plan flying at night. Thanks Steve
Did they fix the focus issue? Seems like that makes this drone useless?
Thanks, Steve wondering when you were going to review the Mini 3 pro great review look forward to the next instalments.
Thank you
Steve, excellent and very fair review. This is the first review that I have seen that is telling it like it is. Unfortunately so many of the reviewer‘s on TH-cam are very very pro DJI’s. A lot of my questions were answered in this part 1.The active track is impressive no doubt. I look forward to your part 2. After all it is not a professional drone.
Thank you & glad you found the review informative
"After all it is not a professional drone" - Tomaso
"Mini 3 PRO" - DJI
Excellent comparison, especially the range test. One thing I would add is the smart controller causes issues if you pinch the controls (they assume thumbs) which makes it very easy to hit the menubar and pop up the dji fly app in the middle of the flight. I had to create a cover to prevent that from happening. My thumbs shake especially when I'm nervous. Wish they'd add an extra inch between the display and the controls we pinchers could rest our thumbs on the controller next to the stick. Anyway another great job.
Great video Steve, a honest review thanks because we are getting tired of DJI free products youtubers.
Much appreciated
The best review I have ever seen. I like every single second in it, especially obstacle avoidance part.
Thanks so much Steve for this great video, you have done lots of efforts and time to bring this wonderful review for us. ❤️
Thank you
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Of the years I've been flying and reviewing I've never seen a more complete drone all around. Buy with confidence, it's worth the money.
I’m struggling between this drone the DJI FPS drone as they are both going to run me the same price after I buy extra batteries and such. This one can fly for hours with extra batteries where as the FPS is 20 minutes and 300$ for 2 batteries. Which would you guys choose if you could only have one? Thanks
@@michaelwallen5652 The FPV drone and Mini 3 are two totally different types of flying and experience. What are you wanting to accomplish with a drone?
@@flywithmike8608 I know and I’ve only flown the mini se which I love. I want the pro 3 because all around it’s what I want, long distance arial shots, good video, long battery life. Id like to experience the super impressive stuff like the 6 mile range.The FPS is I guess for mainly flying fast and precise with the goggles. A unique experience. I’m probably getting the pro 3 most likely just so I can utilize the long range with such long battery life. Eventually I will get the FPS just don’t have the funds currently.
@@michaelwallen5652 sounds like you are making the right choice. I fly them all.
Bravo... another excellent unbiased review Steve! Love that you mentioned the weaknesses up front. There are so many apologists and fan boy reviewers that don't think we're capable of making intellegent choices, even if everything is not unicorns and rainbows. I had my Mini 3 on order and cancelled it and reordered 3-4 times. DJI kept on pushing back those Canadian deliveries so in the end purchased the Autel Nano Plus from RCGoing and got it to my door in one week! Autel reduced their price and offered their professional package cheaper than I was paying for the Mini 3 with fly more. Now if only Autel would release the active track firmware and offer a waypoint mission planning I'd be a happy camper. Really looking forward to an apples to apples comparison between the Mini 3 and the Nano +. Also would be interesting to see the Mini 3 in action when LOS is interupted (like flying around corners or flying behind a large hill or down a cliff. You do have cliffs there in the capital region don't you? ;)
Part 4 will have my mini 3 & nano+ comparison. I recently tested flying the mini 3 around a corner and it did not fair well.
Like I said from this channel, Steve is the perfect person to show drones review, I’m waiting for that review.
Thank you greatly!
I love your channel. Question: Why don't you have any videos about the DJI Mini 3? You have DJI Mini 3 Pro videos, but I can't find any DJI MIni 3 videos?
The DJI Mini 3 is just a lesser version of the Mini 3 Pro, so it would be like showing a Mini 3 Pro but with less features. It is like your family car. There will be a TOP of the Line version, then a mid version then an economy version. If someone showed the TOP version in a review, they would not bother with the lesser versions.
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Yea but some folks can't afford the pro version and wonder how the 3 stacks up against the 2?
Cap sorry I haven't been around but been in hospital for last few months and it was a bit of an emergency so didn't get to pack my phone charger was sick before I went in so I'm thinking it may have been around 6 months since I tuned in. I can't believe the 3 pro is out as I was dreaming about getting the Mini 2.lol. I have to let you know I was blown away at how professional your videos are looking you must have gotten new editing software. Bravo again. We've finally gotten some good weather this weekend out here on Vancouver Island, up until now it's been Junuary!lol Keep up the great content and looking forward to part two. I think I'm gonna go back and check out the reviews I missed.
Take care of yourself. Wishing you the best of health moving forward.
Thank you for the kind words Steve. It's been a tough recovery, we are still getting hit pretty hard out here. I had no idea of all the different ways one could be affected. Memory took about of a beating too but starting to clear out the fog.lol it has been rough on so many levels. Well Canada Day is coming up so hopefully BBQ and go downtown for fireworks.
The obstacle avoidance was pretty impressive. I am liking this drone.
I would love to buy this but can't afford to pay the amount that I would have to. Do you have any other recommendations of mini drones that have obstacle avoidance?
Budget drones? I believe only HUBSAN and EXO Drones have that feature
Excellent review. The observed negatives are very helpful and go beyond the hype. Tempted to buy the Mini 3. Sizer, lower noise, camera and track automation are big purchase points for me.
Outstanding review. You hit many of my questions already. Everything needed for practical usage so far. Bravo and thanks.
Thanks for checking it out
In the early reviews, I watched several that showed how great that controller screen is. You showed what it really is. So once again, dji fails its customers but wins for its stockholders.
Ha ha, thank you!
You could get the other controller that works with your phone too.
There are no stock holders..it's a private company. So it doesn't win for stockholders.
Yessa finaly dji mini 3 pro review
i bought some fancy oakleys with prizm lenses this week. really helps for flying in bright conditions. seeing the controller and the drone.
The most awaited video on TH-cam 💪🏼😈
Always love your reviews. Keep up the good work for the drone community. Thanks
Thank you
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Boy, that was an "epic" intro you did on this drone. I dug it. But I also love when you show up because your so "user-friendly" as a person and interviewer. I'm also impressed that you are professional enough to use a dead cat cover on your lavalier mike. They work so good in the wind, I wish all the other interviewers would use them too. Hint! Hint! I really like this drone. You're right about the object sensors. It worked great in the forest, and you could even see the screen in there. There's a lot of bang for the buck on this little guy. I'd love to get one, but I'm trying to be a "good boy" and wait a while since I already have 5 other nice drones. Marc T.
Thank you for your comments. You’ll certainly enjoy the mini 3 (whichever version you get).
Thank you. I’ve been sitting here waiting to see your review, as a fellow Canadian I wait for your reviews first before I do anything. Now to watch it ………🤙🏻🇨🇦
Very good review, answered a lot of my questions. Love the active track is awesome I see and that was one thing I was needing. I can’t remember if the Mini 2 had active track I’ll have to look back at your reviews.
I still have my Mini and with all that’s gone on in this country and being a single full time disabled father I have to spend carefully. So I respect your reviews so I know what I’m getting. Thank you again for the honest reviews
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Hello Canadian
Very Good Video. The Active Tracking was pretty impressive. Gotta try it.
Can the Active Track penetrate the canopy of the tree tops, like the GPS Follow with Litchi. Like to see that.
Nope. As soon as the image is blocked of the subject being tracked, the tracking stops.
Hi Captain, awesome video . What microphone were you using and how do you sync it to the drone video?
My gear, such as cameras & mics and the editing software I use, is listed below each video. (everything is snynced).
Ya, I would say that was extreme wind to fly in, good video.
Is that the only screen and controller for the drone. Screen like that is a deal breaker and your hands cover the screen when flying?
Currently Yes. In the future the RC pro should be compatible.
Great review! Nice to see one that is non-biased and fair review! I have one and love it so far but, then again, not much to NOT love (except the hard to see RC screen in daylight)!! Thanks!
Thanks for sharing!
Good job Captain... your editing and storyboarding skills are great. The heat from that processor is concerning. I wonder how many hot/cold cycles the chip can take before the substrate cracks... Active track trace is impressive. Good job DJI.
Hi Steve, Great Video as always and thanks for answering some questions, but now there is a new question with regards to overheating, where I live in sunny Seychelles, we are a tropical island nation, sometimes during the NW Monsoon the temperatures can reach 30°+ sometimes on a very hot day could be around 33 max, so my question is, Did DJI include which operating temperatures can the drone operate at before overheating and if you are unfortunate how long u need to be air born before the drone overheats and there is the question of how long does it take to authorise flight in NFZ, I do get that problem here at home as my location is not that far from the main airport, But the NFZ can be unlocked as long I obey my civil aviation authorities drone rules, which severely limits my flight altitude, but the property is decent enough and as long as I stay on our property its fine. I think if I want to buy a small drone, the Autel Nano would be better for me
So for overheating in flight in hot climates, would only occur if the drone was hot before takeoff… that means, keep it in the shade before you power it on and fly. Also Sport Mode can cause overheating in hot climates. The drone will not fall from the sky but will warn you to return home. NFZ unlock is done via filing out a form online.
I have been waiting for your review before I order one! Can't wait
Thanks for the video, i am waiting for mine to come through the mail hopefully today
The best way to order it is it directly from DJI store in China? To taxes to pay??
Usually if you order from DJI, you don’t pay customs/duty, but your country may tell DJI to charge you taxes.
Another good review Capt. Still have a very flyable Mini2 with over 1 yr of DJI Care on it, so no buy soon. Love the way the little frog 🐸 takes a certain attitude in flight. Love your content. Keep flying!!
I agree with you even the DJI mini 2, Hubsan Zino mini Fimi and a bunch of other 250g drones do just fine in the wind. Usually when I complain about drones that cannot handle the wind they are cheap 50 dollar drones or coaxial helicopters or micro planes that say designed for indoor use on the box. The DJI mini 3 pro seems to handle the wind like a champ in you video.
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you for this great review. You give great information and make it fun and interesting. I especially appreciate the direct comment concerning the brightness of the RC controller. I was hoping that the controller would provide clear view in bright sun. This weakness will keep me from buying the Mini 3. I will continue to fly my Mini 2 and use the RC N1 controller with the hood on my iPhone/controller in bright sun-works very well. Cheers from Wisconsin, bud.
Wow! The obstacle avoidance really good👍👍👍
Excellent Tutorial Review Video Of The Mini 3 Pro. Thank You Steve.
Thank you
The vertical mode is great when taking stills to stitch to panoramas.
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A few months ago I bought a Mini 2 on your recommendation and could not be Happier!!! BEST DRONE REVIEW CHANNEL on TH-cam hands down!!! Thank You! If I buy the air2s with smart controller would the controller work with the mini? Or is it more of a nuisance to bind back and forth? Idno toss up Mini 3 pro or Air 2s.....decisions decisions.....thanks again
The smart controller is the older one & I think DJI is phasing that out next year.
Thank you Captain, you just sold me. That’s just the size and features I need to follow me and my overland rig on the back wooded trails. I just didn’t us a drone enough to justify the Skydio, plus I wanted a controller to do scene shots of camp and nature. I love my Gen 1 Mini and this new one is just the ticket.
The best reviews are made by you. The intro is also done cool. I had thought you would make no statement about the Mini 3. You seem to really like her. You will probably use them more often than the Air 2s or the Mavic 3. Or do you think that maybe the Nano plus is better?
I plan to compare it to the Mini 2 in episode 3, and against the Nano+ in episode 4. Keep in mine that I fly every consumer drone (that is good), on the planet, both camera GPS drones and Advanced level FPV drones, as well as RC Helicopters and RC Planes. This makes me Numb to any brand loyalty.
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 absolut 👍😃
i got mine Friday! i was on vaca with my mavic mini which came REAL close to death :) Filming the ocean in N California it was windy! and it wasn't coming baaaack. I remembered too late you want it in SPORTS mode comin back - it was in cinema :( So it ran outa juice, came down, riiight over the highway guardrail. I looked for it all along the highway. Finally remembered the "find my drone" thing. Got right to it, but nothing there! Then i spotted it perched ON TOP of the guard rail - a foot had snagged one side and it landed perfectly ON TOP the guard rail. Whew !!!!! Is there somethin cool i can do with 2 drones? Or should I just sell off this trusty lil warrior? That obstacle avoidance stuff looked GREAT :)
Glad all ended happily!
I would like for you to come out with a video on asking why Dji never made a spark 2
I believe it had to do with marketing and country weight regulations. The Spark had great features but to make an under 250 unit they had to remove features, so they couldn’t call it the spark 2. Marketing advised them to call it a MAVIC.
One of the BEST review I have seen since the little Guy been released. Thanks Captain. 🤩
Glad you enjoyed it!
This the first time i have ever left a comment but i love your honest opinion about every drone your not a brain washed DJI person keep up the good work from Scotland .
Thank you!
Brilliant review Cap, looking forward to P2.
Thank you. Due to a backlog of products to review it will take another week before that one is out.
I stand by the autel nano plus
Thanks mate been waiting now I’m happy with the choices I’m going to make.
24:04 you cant do any of the the master/quick shots in vertical
Correct
Hey Steve! Why is the "e" in "Remote Display" and the "a" in the Hat of "GoPro Hat Cam" backwards at 23:57 ? Also, thanks for your excellent review on this wonderful little drone. I just picked mine up and although I've already watched your videos on this, I'm going back through as your review is really an entertaining tutorial! 👍👍 Sending lots of love and respect from Corpus Christi, Texas! 🥰 Oh snap! I came back to add this with the edit feature... I'm seeing other letters doing the same thing. haha!😵💫🥸
Thanks, you’re gonna love the drone. Also you have a good eye. I put letter animations in some of my video’s text to cause the viewer to see movement and read the text… many never notice what you noticed, so you have excellent eyesight.
Aha! To be completely transparent, I thought my 👀 eyes were playing tricks on me because I swore I noticed movement! I backtracked and watched 🧐🤓intently, then… voilà! 🤩🥳😂 I instantly reclaimed my sanity! 🤪
Thank goodness, the first honest, non biased review I’ve seen if the Mini 3. Quick question Captain, if you had the choice right now, would you go for the Mini 3 or the Air 2 s
For me it would be the mini 3
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Active track demo was very impressive
Great review Steve. It's refreshing to get a REAL review rather than a thinly disguised advertisement as seen from some other reviewers. Mine should arrive this week and I'm looking forward to flying it keeping in mind your own observations/failings. Cheers from Tasmania Australia.
Thank you
That intro music is 🔥
Nice video Captain 👌🏻😊
Thanks 😁
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Love your intro. Thank you for your review. I saw a review, the guy was totally lying or not telling the full truth about that drone. The drone was bad in his review but he stayed the course,so thank you. I have a question. I spent money on a used mavic 3,not full price but a lot. When the seller sold it to me he had bought it from a friend that crashed it the problem with that is the Drone flies great, however I was not aware that he had crashed until after I bought it. One of the sensors has a scratch in the middle of it so it's constantly reading somethings in the way and it want to go around the "object" I called dji they. Said someone tried to open it to reset the gimbal so now there's a Code of 400 21 that will not allow the camera to view everything works great the GPS works and flies great after I turn if off the sensor, however I can't see a video feed. Someone told me needs to be factory reset but DJI has not released a factory reset am I stuck having DJI to pay fix this... The drone look great flies perfect gimbal and camera work but no feed.
When it comes to fixing issues with DJI drones, where hardware is the issue, the only option is to send it in for repairs. Cost is usually under $200 for most repairs & shipping.
Ty. I just have to do that… Great vid, keep up the great work
Good day captain, nice review❤, i’ve just got my mini 3 pro, tried to rise up in the air- just once for now, i’m still learning and trying not to damage❤😂 i just love the review you made i’ll watch the part 2, thanks!
Good video again, when you were doing the static wind test I’m sure the area immediately under the drone was wavy like mirage if so that’s a lot of heat coming from the drone.😳
Appreciate you.
Your reviews are always professional, entertaining, and thorough. Thanks for all your hard work, you're awesome.
Thank you!
i have a small drone youtube channel on drones and captian drones channel got me into drones and inspired me to start my channel. i love how he makes new videos every few days, thank you captian drone!
Thank you for the kind words. Best of success with your channel!
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 thank you!
Finally!!! Thanks Captain for another of your best in the business reviews. The question I hope is answered by the end your series is Mini 3, Nano or both? I kind of hope it’s both as I have a 3 on order but can’t get the little orange drone out of my head.
Part 4 compares the mini 3 to the Nano+
Excellent video, I bought my DJI Mini 3 Pro when the first came out Love this little thing. They worked out a lot of bugs through updates. But not being able to see the RC screen on some days is my only major problem. i'm sure getting older doesn't help 😂
Hello Steve.
Your review is wonderful, honest and best of all.
Wish flight more combo did you buy?
I purchased the only one that was available from DJI on the May 10th launch date… think it was the basic one.
Excellent Part 1! I will send a few novice friends to this for a solid, no-frills review. Can we at least add bacon to Part 2 (or 3)? You and I both know that "Pro" requires bacon. Thanks yet again for a great video.
Can you feature info on using RC Pro with the Mini 3, I just downloaded that new release last week, and thanks
Great video, although I would not share all your findings with my thoughts after using the drone for about 30 flights now:
How would you use the controller in vertical mode?!?!
Don’t underestimate the power of vertical mode for photography!! It might be a gimmick for video, but it’s a gem when you love taking pictures!
I was flying in 32°C -> doing a Timelapse, 15min hovering on ONE spot, zero wind… NO overheating!
My iPhone 12Pro Max dims very fast, when used with my RC-N1 controller. So it’s theoretical brightness advantage against the DJI-RC with its 700nits Display just brakes away in warm sunny conditions. The DJI-RC is MUCH better than my iPhone 12 Pro Max then!
I got the DJI-RC and it sucks in broad daylight, it gets harder to see with the glare. I’ve been using iPads since I got the original Mavic Pro. Unless someone make a RC Shade Hood then it is not worth it for me.
@@luminaire7085 I fly with the ipad 10.4 no problem with dimming.
I took the plunge and bought a Mini 3 Pro. Fun times!
Question for you: I take this guy on canoe trips. It lives in a waterproof hardcase and I have a 26k 45W power bank to charge the batteries while on the go. I'm thinking of setting up the case so that the batteries can charge while inside the case. However, I am worried about overheating issues because they'll be enclosed in insulating foam I side the case.
I know little about charging batteries, other than to plug them in, so I'm just wondering if this is a safe thing to do or if it is a big no-no.
I won't hold you to whatever your answer is, I'm not taking your advice as gospel. Just wondering what you think of the idea of arranging my hard case that way.
Seperate question: is it bad to store the batteries inside the charging hub when they're not charging? It would make much more efficient use of the space inside the case if I can leave the batteries in the charger when not in use.
Thank you!
Unfortunately it would not be safe to charge batteries inside a case
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 I kinda figured, but thought I'd ask someone more knowledgeable.
Is it ok to store the batteries inside the charging hub, though? (Without charging them, just to save space inside the case = smaller case to carry in my canoe.)
@@adventureben22 DJI batteries tend to discharge to zero if stored in the charging hub for lengthy periods of time. Other than that, you can do it for shorter periods of a few days.
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Good to know, thank you for all the information you put out and always replying to comments, it is appreciated.
I really like this video you can basically say this was some kind of review about it but I agree with you what she said about Scotia being better but I was amazed how it flew through the trees backwards and still be able to make it out that’s on my bucket list keep on making these videos love them
Thank you for your review you did a great job!!! I was actually considering on buying this but there's a few things I don't like about it after watching your video and I think I'm going to look into the eveo you can find some of your videos on that and compare them. Again thank you have a great day
just bought mini3 as my first drone i love ittt
From down under and and want to say you are so engaging your videos are great to watch!
Sadly my Mini 3 Pro crashed in my garden after signal loss and the front right arm ripped from the body. Waiting for DJI Support to investigate. Looking forward to my new replacement. And once bitten twice shy. Won’t let it out of my line of sight this time when meandering through our large garden of 3 acres.
Only 1 minute later, and you already have another comment. Your reviews are awesome.
Thank you!
Nice to hear a balanced review rather than the early gushing fanboy reviews or the conspiracy reviews from first time flyers. I also have the Mini 3 and recently flew out in your area. I find that if you know the limitations, it’s the most versatile drone I have had so far.
Yes, I think most people should be very happy with this drone.
Hi, Steve. If you can get to this question, I would appreciate your opinion/answer. I'm a long-time DJI customer considering a Mini 3 Pro. You mentioned the Mini 3 overheating in your video. I live in the South U.S. along the Gulf of Mexico. Temperatures here last week reached 100F (38C) and the heat index reached 116F (46C). That's pretty typical throughout June, July and August. If you're in Canada and experiencing overheating of the Mini 3, I seriously wonder how it will do in such a hot and humid climate. From your experience, do you have any insights?
So, it heats up due to the video transmission. This is normal in all drones, and is the reason large drones have fans built in. Autel put a fan in the Nano+ just for that reason. The heating begins when it is powered on so that means if you live in a hot climate, keep it in the shade so it stays cool before you power it on, and ensure you takeoff within 4 minutes of powering it on & you should be fine. Also avoid using SPORT mode for extended periods.
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Thank you
Steve, show us tracking with your motorbike please
Very detailed and honest review. Really like it thanks.
Glad it was helpful!
Excellent, detailed review! 👏👏👍 You tell it like it is, and viewers appreciate it! I would like to see the creative modes tested, and some photo/video comparisons between the the Mini 3 Pro, Mini 2, and the Autel Evo Lite + (or the Air 2s/Mavic 3)👍 Keep up the great work! 🌟
Part 3 will be a comparison to the mini 2. Part 4 will be a comparison to the Autel Nano+
@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Sounds good! 👍👍
Hey Captain, just a thought!; perhaps the Spark retrospective could be in the context of where the DJI "Mini Drone" actually started compared to where its at today !
You really do love the Spark!
if you are flying at night...how are you getting around the VLOS flight requirement in Canada? just curious...I'm just starting to fly drones.
Blinking lights on drones keeps them easily in sight.
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Muito bom amigo
Passando pra prestigiar aquele super like 👏 👏 👏 👏
Hi Steve hello from the UK great video as always
Thank you
Impressive… how does it compare to the Air2s? Would it be much of a upgrade from the Air2s or is the target upgrade for new flyers and mini 1 and 2 owners ? …the bigger battery and screen controller look intriguing
In my opinion the mini 3 is pretty much an Air 2s and the original MAVIC pro combined. Have all this in a small size makes it the one to get. If you already have an air 2s, then not much reason to get the mini 3 unless there is a feature you need.
Excellent review of the Mini 3 Pro. Well thought of and methodical. Easy to follow and understand. By the way, love the RedBlacks shirt !!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Well DJI is breathing a sigh of relief now that the Captain has given his approval of the mini 3! DJI send the Captain the extended batteries for the mini 3 for testing, the least you can do. You know DJI reads all the comments.🤔 As always nice job on the review Captain.
Thank you! Also those larger capacity batteries put the mini 3 over 250 grams, defeating the purpose of a 250 gram drone.
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Are you sure there are no landing lights? I see two holes with what look like IR leds between the two bottom sensors. Not of concern to me it is forbidden to fly at night in Australia anyway as is flying over people.
Can you do a dolly zoom with the mini 3 while flying foward.
Yes… manually, but works best when flying backwards. You can let Master Shots do it for you.
Hey Cap' don't they have a sun screen for the controller?
At last!!! An honest review!!