DJI Air 3 Review - MUCH Better Than I Expected
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 พ.ค. 2024
- DJI Air 3 has released July 25, 2023 with TWO cameras. I spoke to soon on the Air 3 when DJI first told me the specs, so I admit I judged it before I tried it based off the hardware and their claims. Two cameras at 4K with 3/4" sensors instead of that old 1" sensor at 5.4K on the Air 2S?? I am happy to say I was full of crap and I have the proof.
2 Cameras
1/1.3" Sensor 24mm F1.7
1/1/3" Sensor 70mm F2.8
4K H.265 MAX
10-bit Dlog-M on both cameras
46m Flight Time
Omni Obstacle Avoidance
Better Connection
2 x 12mp photo cameras (listed as 48mp but no)
New Smart Remote
Image Quality/Color Profile BIG step up
Active Track + Smart Features
720g
Vertical Shoot (sensor crop only)
10 m/s ascent/descent speed, fastest of DJI
4K 100fps/ 1080p 200fps slo-mo
NightMode
Air 2S MAJOR changes:
A second 3x Telephoto lens obviously
720g instead of 595g
12mp photos vs. 20mp on Air 2S
Omni Obstacle Avoidance now
4k Max instead of 5.4K
3/4" sensors instead of 1" sensor
Better Connection behind buildings/trees
46 minute flight time vs. 31m flight time
Vertical Shooting & NightMode added
Without a doubt the image quality has improved, even with a smaller sensor. Don't ask me how they did it but they did.
Much improved ISO, low light even beats the Air 2S with a larger sensor and 5.4K.
$1099 USD Drone + DJI RC N2
$1349 USD Drone + DJI RC N2
$1549 USD Drone + Fly more combo DJI RC 2
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Just get a second battery and ND filters and you'll be fine. REALLY suggest the DJI RC 2 smart remote too, wildly helpful to the experience. Makes it way more fun, either smart remote is great just get one.
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00:00 Intro
00:42 Specs
01:22 Biggest Change
02:30 Compare Air 2S
04:42 2nd Camera
05:50 Air 2S photos
06:23 Air 3 Quality
07:20 ActiveTrack
09:02 Photography
11:14 Low Light
13:45 Vertical Filming
14:15 Which to Buy
16:30 Improving
#DJI #DJIAir3 #Air3
FORGOT the price sorry. GET the smart remote if you can squeeze it out, that helps SOO much cannot stress enough the experience is 10x better.
$1100 Drone + RC N2
$1350 Drone + RC N2 fly more combo
$1550 Drone + Fly more combo DJI RC 2
Just letting Yk that their website now shows $1029, $1269 and $1429 respectively
@@DevenD9 this is in USD
@@QuickAssTutorialsweird. I’m in USD too and my site has those lowers prices
That will be 2,500 USD in Mexico. D JI will not ship to mexico.
I’m a bit confused. Don’t all bundles of the Air 3 come with a remote? Or this there a different remote you’re mentioning that is better than the remote it comes with? (Never had a drone but looking to get on for real estate photography. Maybe some fun and travel photography/videography as well if it’s worth it over the Mini 3 Pro)
Pretty much the only person I trust for drone reviews. Authentic, to the point, and pulls no punches for sponsorship.
ayup, same here
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Exactly. Also his moves at the beach 3 AM is hilarious 😂
I loved “if my Mini3 goes on TH-cam…” hahahah
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I did this whole thing for you HarrIke and Im just glad it caught your eye within 20 seconds
Much appreciated
Live the humor. Watched it three times now. And no unnecessary cinematic moody music wank intro, just straight in. 🔥
I just began my deep dive into the hobby before my first major purchase (likely a Mavic 3 Classic) and out of the dozens of channels I've scrolled, this is the only guy I've subscribed to 😂
Most informative and most helpful video I’ve seen on the Air 3 and honestly one of the most informative videos in general. Really appreciate you taking the time to do the various comparisons. 🙏
Glad I stumbled in your channel. One of the better real world use case/comparisons I've watched on this drone. Keep it up ✊🏿
Cracking video, straight to the point, making one mistake though. The 48mp sensor, is a true 48 megapixel sensor. It has 48 million light gathering pixels, the only different is that it doesnt have a Bayer colour array, meaning there is more colour interpolation. In terms of pixels though, its 48mp.
This is commonly misunderstood. The reason its this way is most people want 12mp, so in 12mp its a bayer format giving best colour performance, but in 48mp, which only a few want (unfortunately me being one) its in the quad bayer, meaning every colour pixels always has another of the same colour next to it.
The reason the 48mp sensor doesnt look at nice as it should it due to the colour interpolation of quad bayer. Which leaves artefacts. Anyway, solid video. Still undecided though as have a Mini 3 Pro... Really want a 1 inch sensor with 30-40mp
Fantastic video as always. Love your delivery combined with good information and level-headed thought process.
Awesome video. I was looking forward to your review and you did not disappoint 😂. Good job and I’ll definitely be having this drone in my sights.
I love the way you review the gear. Practical and to the point, no fluff and just real use for work. Great video!
Man I love your videos. That ending "that's it go away" keep up the good work. Short sweet and to the point.
I've been waiting for your review on this. Top notch 👌
I signed up for your course. Really learning a lot. Thank you.
Great review! I’ve watched about 10 of these air 3 reviews and I enjoyed yours the most. I lost it when you tried to shake the drone with your side steps 😂
A fantastic review. Thanks mate!
You are on my special select list of reviewers. I could hear my old Air 2S from about 300 meters (obviously knowing what precise sound to search for). What I understand about 04 is that the Air 3 has six (yes that's 6) antennae and the RC version 2 has four. Also, stay strong when your Mini 3 Pro wants to clear the air about your dalliances with other drones.
Always superb content with humor mixed in. Great review! Thanks for your hard work!
The review I was waiting for! You had me cracking up too on the active tracking stuff 😆 "I saw someone I knew "
Today, just like any other embargo day, I saw a barrage of new product launches across TH-cam. Drone releases this time, 360 cameras last month - you know the drill. The same old faces, giving the same polished reviews, often painting an unrealistically rosy picture because they're on the payroll. A lot of us followed their word last time and rushed to get those 360 cameras, only to find they didn't live up to the hype. It was disappointing, to say the least.
But your content, it's a breath of fresh air. When I saw your notification today, I didn't hesitate to click. Why? Because I know I'll get something different from you - no scripted praises, no overstated features. You deliver concise, useful, and most importantly, accurate information. You don't just give us what the big companies want us to hear, you tell it like it is, and that's incredibly valuable.
In a world where TH-cam and big brands like DJI hold the puppet strings, your honest approach is refreshing and far more valuable to guys like me, who are out here doing our own thing. You give us the real deal, and you do it quickly and efficiently, which makes a world of difference.
So, keep doing what you're doing, dude. It matters more than you might realize.
AMAZING!!! Well done no extra BS. Thanks you for an amazing review
Love your concent, informative and fun!
Best technical review I've seen of the Air 3. Still a tad confused about the sensor debate when it comes to stills photography. would be good to see some more examples of stills from the air3 and air2s in different circumstances
I was waiting for your review to pop up thanks for the detail and info
Very professional, detailed, and to the point, superb review brother, respect!!!
Love the quirky nature of your videos. Keep up the good work and look forward to more Air 3 videos!
Thanks for this review! by far the best on YT!
Really well done video. Super informative and also entertaining
So helpful! Thank you for this comparison!! Where did you film all the coastal, PNW looking footage?
great, I was looking at it. Good to have some insight from you
Great review and I love your deadpan humour. Subscribed.
Definitely waiting for the Air 3S. Thanks for the review.
If there was no other drone content out there, it would still be enough just to watch your videos. On the spot as usual.
Another superb review.
Excellent.
😂😂😂😂that tracking segment was too funny.
This is the place to be for credible reviews. Thank you! 👍
Freaking love your style Bro! Great content. Thanks.
The best and most informative unbiased review I’ve seen so far and I’ve watched a ton of reviews lately. I’m weighing up a DJI mini 3 pro to the Air 3, I love aerial video photography and you have made it clear to my needs in photography and both these drones have such cool abilities it’s been hard to decide. so my next drone will be the Air 3. Thank you good sir and look forward to your next video. New sub here to. Cheers mate 👍😎
Thanks Alex, always a straight talking review with a twist humour spice, but not only that, your footage is always great. Enough blowing sunshine …. A excellent review, lots of info and fast. Gotta take note of your thoughts on this stuff. 👏. Why was I happy with my A2S before watching this 🤔, I know, I love photography, gotta shake off that A3 drone envy somehow!!
Lol, love the review and the dry humor throughout. Thanks for this video.
Thanks for doing this low light comparison buddy, it was mad entertaining and I was not expecting noticeable video noise performance in the Air 3! The more you know :)))
Thank you for the great comparison video! This is just what I needed to watch before making a buying decision.
Absolute comedic genius! Subscribed!! Oh, and seriously outstanding review!
Thank you for this content! My main reason for wanting to upgrade from A2s is the 70mm lens. Question: at the 3:55 mark, clearly the DR on the A3 is superior however the Clark Hill sign on the A2s looks sharp and the same sign on the A3 looks mushy. Was this just a focus error on the A3? Thanks again!
Best photography focused Air3 review! Well done sir!
thanks for the for the info bro.
your videos a tutorials are by far the best.
Excellent review. The 3x zoom is excellent. Your course is a great course. I got over 2 years ago and I still use it as a reference.
Good Explanation Nice , thankyou
Great review, thank you! Does it support panorama mode using the 70mm lens with 48 megapixel setting?
I loved this so much... giggled far too much. Instant subscriber. Thank you for the edutainment. Can't wait for more...
Thank you for your concise information along with your humour. 👏👏
The dry, subtle humor in this video is top-notch dude. Great job!
Nice review! I also don’t think that the air 3 camera is actually “bad” or anything. I was unsure about getting the air 3 as a lot of people are complaining about the sensor size but after seeing the side by side comparison I think this is the drone I’m looking for…
Once again you have provided the best no fluff review of a product with just the right amount of dry humor!
Great video thanks by the way. Can you take JPEG photos using the zoom on either camera on this drone?
I was thinking about that too. Hope DJI is considering an Upgraded Mavic 3 Classic, two cams AND UNDER 900 GRAMS! Of course O4
Man u r awesome first time watching u and your funny as hell. Great video and the corn thing 😂 keep it up
Well, I stand corrected. Maybe I will look at buying this one on top of the mini 3 Pro that I have. I was honestly expecting equal-ish performance to the mini 3 Pro when I saw the same sensor size. Thank you for the excellent review.
Wait for Air3s or Air3Pro
Bro I was not ready for you running from the drone at the beach, that was hilarious! Great video
Great review, thank you! I pulled the trigger and ordered one today. I've been using a company-owned Mavic 2 Pro for the last 4 years. Wanted to get one of my own to use for fun and professional work. I feel like this has so many great features for the price point (and is within my budget) and for what I want to use it for. I really enjoyed flying and shooting on the Mavic 2 Pro but this looks even better in many aspects!
Mini 3 pro would of been the better option for professional work. less restrictions and also 4k vertically ! This new drone only does it at 2.7k
if I could like this video 10 times I would... thank you! brilliant review. and I like your style.
The shots of you trying to flee from the drone gave me a good chuckle.
I've been waiting for you to review this 🎉❤
We need a lightroom tutorial for how you edit your hyperlapses.
I'd be very interested in that as well!
best review on planet earth. subbed
Thanks for including the magic 3 classic that is where I’m at with my mini 3 pro as my everyday
100% dispelled that sensor size myth. So much is done behind the camera sensors now. Still having trouble seeing why you would get the Air 3 when the Mavic 3 + RC can be got for $1200 though.
he admitted that the 1 inch sensor on the air 2s is the best for photography though, and that the claimed 48 mp photos from the air 3 are actually 12 mp. That is a big downgrade if photography is your bag
Amazing Review! Quick question, which has better image quality, Air 3 or Mavic 3 pro?
Love your videos man!
7:56 amazing video my man. Also your roller skate moves are incredible 😅 really good work and I have ordered instantly since a drone with 2 lenses and with the C1 classification is a HUGE thing in Europe 🤘
Well I just upgraded from the mini 1 to the air 2s. I got the Air2S for $800, fly more combo, used once btw, and it included the hard case, landing pad and 128gb sd card. I can't complain about that. Massive savings there.
Good job !!! Thank you !!!🔥🔥🔥🔥
I was very critical with Dji for taking a step back with the sensor size but I must say I’m impressed with the image quality from the Air 3.
We all knew this common.
Air2s had an outdated color profile so yeah it was always gonna be upgraded
As a semi-professional photographer with over 40 years of experience, I can affirm that a smaller stacked sensor is VASTLY superior to a larger, standard CMOS sensor. With that in mind, it should be no surprise at all that the stacked sensor in the Air 3 can compete well with the Mavic Pro and smokes the larger sensor in the Air 2.
Impressed? they obviously can incorporate the technology onto a 1 inch sensor and provide an even better image quality but they didn't. Feels like 2 steps forward, 1 step back, even though there is progress but knowing that they are capable of doing it just goes to show that they aren't giving consumers the best that they can give, especially when you know the that previous Air model has a 1 inch sensor on the back of your mind. Not hating, just my honest take.
@@jianda87 they are leaving the stacked 1" sensor for the air 3 pro which will come in time for xmas.
@jianda87 Why give it all so no-one needs to upgrade for many years? It's a company that has hardly any competition.
Fantastic video, I got the DJI Mini 3 Pro so no upgrading for me for awhile but I like to see how the technology is improving. Do you have any thoughts on the possible DJI ban in the US?
Thanks a lot ,,
wonderful video and the useful comparison. I have a Mini 3 Pro and I use it to capture vertical video for social media all time . I am a little worried that when I switched to the Air 3 am going to lose the quality of the video the Mini 3 Pro captures with the full sensor, unlike the Air 3. Do you think there will be a difference in quality Between 2.7K and 4K, for example, when Instagram does compression?
OK, I love the real talk. I'm not into photography but I can hear your passion for it and I respect the passion and the knowledge. Thank you for this very insightful and very helpful video.
This was probably the most important video I seen about this . I’m a portrait photographer so I don’t know much about logs etc , another drone pilot recommended me to buy the air 2s instead with a fly more pack instead of air 3 and later buy batteries etc but didn’t know that part about editing 2s videos instead of air 3. Will def buy the air 3
The active track tests were hilarious
The running around the beach was hilarious LOL DEDICATED!
Besides being more conviemient having the rc with a built in screen does it have more advantages?
clear and honest ... bravo..
What do you think about the Air 3 vs the Mavic 3 Classic? Not considering the price because I can get a used Mavic 3 Classic for the same price as a new Air 3. The one thing I'm on the fence about is that the Mavic 3 has an adjustable aperture. I will be using a drone professionally but mostly for Real Estate. Is it a pain in the ass to always swap ND Filters to get the exposure right? Edit: Nevermind I watched another 5 seconds then you answered my question in the vid :D
Would you go for the Mavic 3 or the Air 3? I have a 2s and am filming kitesurfing so I need zoom to get close without getting caught in the kite lines. I also film in 25-35mph winds
Thank you so much for your video! It's super informative, as always.
"That's it. Go away!" at the end - Is this a common American farewell?
Hey i was wondering what editing softwares i need to take your course on taking video and editing
Your footage looks amazing. Where are the coastal / forest locations?
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One thing worth to mention is that since the 70 mm lens has an aperture of 2.8 the image is naturally darker. This means that if you slap on an nd 16 during specific lighting the 24 mm can look really good and the 70 mm can look too dark. They should compansate for that with the nd filters so that the 24 mm gets 16 while the 70 mm gets 8.
i think nd filter has different grading for each lens, they are not using same thick glass for the entire filter...hopefully..otherwise it'd be so lame.
Dji air 3 is a Great drone thank you for very informative video👍👍👍❤️❤️🇵🇭
Great video, as usual. Here's my situation. I have a mini 2, and i almost bought the mini 3 pro a few months ago. I am convinced that the RC kinda sucks (reception and range). But, its compatible with the DJI Goggles 2, which i want to get eventually. The Air 3: Ocusync 4 seems to be amazing. But its not compatible with the goggles. Noise is another issue, but not major.
Any suggestions?
Nice vid, New sub! Can you compare the air 3 vs the mavic 3? 😬
U tryna trick the drone was hilarious
do you think you could shake the active track at like 80% power?
Quick question, how does (can) the drone maintain a constant exposure when switching between lenses with different fixed apertures?
What editing software is your video editing tutorial on
I agree. This is a great drone. I noticed that the low light performance is even better than my Mavic 3 pro.
Really?
Hilarious under the desk, great vid
Really love the review mate... I think the sound of the Air3 not being so high pitched is actually a slight advantage
Yeah, I was looking at upgrading to the mini 3 pro, might have to consider the air 3 now
Wow! I order the air 3 and I have the mini maverick pro. I watched many videos on the Air 3. This one video explains more than all the other videos I watched. thank you for the information. Yes now I subscribed to your channel. Awesome 👏