- Mavic 3 Pro
Currently the flagship drone in the Mavic lineup. The Mavic 3 Pro and Mavic 3 Cine are wonders to behold. Equipped with a micro four-thirds sensor, two lenses (Wide angle and telephoto), and a variable aperture, the aerial device will get the job done. It shoots 5.6k RAW video, shoots raw images and has a flight time of over 47 minutes as well as 360 obstacle avoidance. The Mavic 3 replaces the DJI Inspire line that features a 4/3 sensor, so if you need an Inspire but smaller and with a significantly longer flight time, the Mavic 3 Pro or Cine is your best bet. The basic package starts at $2,049, whilst the most advanced package is $4,999.
- Mavic 3 Classic
The Mavic 3 classic is the Mavic 3 Pro without the telephoto lens and is $300 cheaper. If you feel you’d never have a need for a telephoto shot, then opt for the Mavic 3 Classic and enjoy all the goodness of a high-end drone but slightly cheaper at $1,749.
- DJI Air 2S
This is the replacement of the Mavic 2 Pro with better footage and a 1-inch sensor; the Mavic 2S shoot 5.6K footage at 60 frames per second. Its 1-inch sensor is perfect for low-light scenarios, and with a flight time of just under 30-35 minutes, you might not need a second battery to get the job done. This drone starts at $999.
- DJI Mini 3 Pro
The Mini 3 Pro is a drone aimed at social media creators who want the ease of shooting vertical content with all the other goodies f a pro-level drone at a reasonable price. This features a multi-angle obstacle avoidance system, shoots 48-megapixel images in 12-bit colour (RAW included), 4K/60p and has the best battery in the mini lineup with up to 47 minutes of flight time on a single charge. The smart controller also means you never have to link up your phone with the controller again, as that has its own dedicated screen. The drone starts at $599, but you might have to pay more depending on the package you want.
- DJI Mini 2
This is the cheapest in the line-up, starting at $399. The drone offers 4K/24p video in 10-bit colour and RAW capabilities when shooting photos. It has a small sensor, though, so performance in low light isn’t as great, but for the price, you get quite a number of features, including GPS and the Return to Home function, which has become a staple of the DJI name.
Other drones to consider include the DJI Air 2, the Mavic 2 Pro, and the DJI Avata and if you’re just a hobbyist and aren’t really particular about editing and post-production, then you can get the DJI Mini, or if you want better range with the Mini 1 specs, you can get the DJI Mini Special Edition.
