DJI he said today the Mini 2, a small but significant upgrade to the smaller drone model of the company.
As with the original Mavic Mini, the Mavic 2 does not need to be registered with the FAA in the US - it's 249 grams, just 1 gram by standard The biggest improvement this time around is that instead of having to connect via Wi-Fi, which could lead to unstable long-distance connections, the drone uses DJI's most reliable OcuSync 2.0.
This technology allows the drone to operate at distances of up to 10 km and is much more reliable overall. It's the same technology that DJI uses in the most advanced models drones.
The other big update is that the drone can now take photos in 4K resolution at 30fps, from 2,7K, at bit rates up to 100 Mbps.
This allows you to use 2x lossless zoom if you record in 1080p. And of course, you have to have very smooth shots of the 3-axis gimbal and the built-in flight modes, which are essentially pre-programmed flight routes for a better cinematic look.
Other upgrades include a top speed of 16m/s (was 13m/s) and wind resistance up to 10,5m/s (was 8m/s). For photographers, the Mini 2 allows you to shoot RAW for more control over images and now makes it easier to connect the drone to phone without using the controller.
Unfortunately, these new features come at a cost. The Mini 2 costs $50 more than its predecessor. Pricing starts at $449 for the basic package with the remote control and one battery or $599 for the “Fly More” kit that adds a distributor chargings, three batteries and a case.
