DJI Mini 3 Pro (DJI RC), Mini Drone with 4K Video, 48MP Photo, 34 Mins Flight Time, Less than 249 g, Obstacle Sensing, Return to Home, FAA Remote ID Compliant, Drone with Camera for Adults

I am now the proud owner of two DJI Mini 3 Pro drones, and I can't sing their praises enough. These drones are a testament to quality and innovation, earning a well-deserved 5-star rating from me.Starting with the ease of use, the DJI Mini 3 Pro is user-friendly right out of the box. Even if you're new to flying, you'll find this drone to be remarkably easy to control. The controls are intuitive, and the drone's stability in flight is nothing short of impressive.The 4K video capability has been a game-changer for my aerial photography and videography. The crisp and vibrant footage captured by this drone adds a professional touch to my work, and the level of detail is astounding.Being lightweight adds to the drone's appeal, making it highly portable and a breeze to carry around. Whether I'm hiking up a mountain or strolling through the city, the DJI Mini 3 Pro is always ready to take to the skies.But what sets this drone apart for me is its consistent performance. Having owned two of these now, I can attest to the drone's reliability and durability. It continues to perform admirably, flight after flight, never failing to impress.In conclusion, the DJI Mini 3 Pro is a top-tier drone that delivers in every aspect. From its user-friendly controls to its stunning 4K video capabilities, it has quickly become an essential part of my toolkit. If you're in the market for a lightweight, high-performing drone, look no further. The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a true winner, twice over!

This is my first drone, and I love it. Setup was pretty straightforward, just make sure you find and remove all the packaging, like behind the gimbal, before you turn it on. I would definitely recommend the FlyMore kit and propeller guards for when you're learning or flying near hazards. Note that if you get the FlyMore Kit Plus the batteries are larger, so you'll get longer duration but your drone will be over the 250g limit and you'll need to register it. Propeller guards will also put it over that limit. Not sure how likely the cops are going to show up with a scale to weigh your drone, but just FYI.Pros:* Easy to fly! This was my first drone and I've only flown others for a few minutes, and I was feeling confident with the controls in a few minutes.* Really quick, like a lot zippier than I was expected it to be, even with blade guards attached which slow it down.* Range seems good so far - I've been a little hesitant to fly it too far away but have not experienced any issues at the distances I traveled* Great video and photo quality, and easy to understand gimbal controls. Decent zoom.* Under 250g so you don't need to register it in most countries* Very tiny when folded makes it easy to transport even in a smaller bag* Has lights to make it easier to see at night* DJI coverage is reasonably priced and includes fly-away coverage. It prompts you if you want it right as you boot up the drone the first time. Feels worth the price for peace of mind.Cons:* Startup is a bit slow, it can get hung up on "takeoff not permitted" for quite a while before you can take off.* Doesn't reconnect to WIFI automatically so I have to always manually turn it on* I live on the edge of a flight path for a municipal airport, so I have to reapply to fly my drone in the area every 3 days through FlySafe. Since it's a low level of restriction it just gets auto approved, so it's more a hassle than anything, but it would be nice if it lasted a month or even a week.* It would be nice if you could fly with the gimbal protector on. Seems like when I'm flying it, that's when the gimbal would need the most protection.

TL;DR: This is my second experience with DJI drones (first was a Phantom 2 Vision when droning was a new thing). This drone is awesome for beginners and experienced drone flyers. Camera is beautiful and functional. The RC unit is awesome. The range is great. The battery life is OK. Just hold your nose and buy the "fly more" battery combo you can get on top of this. I ended up buying almost everything separately eventually anyway and paid more for it. If you're on the fence, go for it. This drone will do it all.PROS: Got a great discount as a Prime Day deal. Shipping was super fast. Drone comes packaged great. You have to create a DJI account before you can fly. The controls are incredibly intuitive and easy to learn. It still amazes me how you can just sit the controller down and the drone holds its place in space perfectly. The drone weighs under 250g so no FAA registration is required. I'm a video pro and a media junkie and I will say the camera is just awesome--beautiful video and photos. Range is great, I can get about 4,000 feet away in hilly Western Pennsylvania before I start losing range at about 375 feet up. The remote control with the screen is such an upgrade over the old Phantom series controllers. I helped my neighbor locate missing cows by putting the drone up and you could clearly see the brown and black cows on the screen from over 300 feet up. I really love this drone. I've had it about two months and I've flown it almost 30 hours already, which is more than I flew in the entire life of my Phantom drone. Everything is USB-C, which is awesome. The RC unit charges with it, the drone plugs in and charges with it, the triple charger (sold separately) uses it. The features that are built in are incredible. The smart tracking and circling features are great. The crash avoidance hardware is amazing and will save your drone a nasty crash. You can control that stuff and turn it off if you're operating in close quarters though, which is great.CONS: I didn't initially buy a MicroSD card with it and you can only record about 2 minutes of video on the hard drive, but that's my fault. Make sure you check with DJI's compatibility list for which SD cards are approved to use. You don't want corrupted data from junk cards. It doesn't come with any built-in 3 mile strobe light "required" by the FAA for flying at night. The batteries say they'll do 30 minutes, but I usually get about 20-25 before I have to put it down. Pro and Con: The drone knows where you are allowed to be and where you aren't (around airports, government buildings, etc) and will prompt you or downright stop you from flying in these areas.TIPS: Buy the "fly more" combo. I initially skipped on it because I didn't want to pay that steep price, but I ended up buying almost everything that comes in the kit anyway. You will want at least 3 batteries, a charger unit, a case, and ND filters, at a minimum. Do some research on FAA drone regulations and make yourself familiar with them. I am learning more the longer I own the thing. People are amazed at the beautiful, smooth shots I come back with. I'm a video pro so my standards are super high. Drone tech has finally caught up with my high expectations and THIS DRONE IS AWESOME. Absolute 5-star product!!