DJI Mini 2 Review: The Sky Is The Limit!

DJI is one of the best brands you can go to when it comes to drones. Their successful lineup of the “Mavic Mini” has garnered a lot of positive attention and reviews from enthusiasts worldwide. Now in its second iteration, we will be taking a closer look with our DJI Mini 2 review to see if this model lives up to its well-known predecessors.

Piloting a drone can be lots of fun for anyone. Whether you’re using it for work or for leisure, you can’t deny that controlling a flying device with a remote control does bring back fond childhood memories. And when it comes to drones, DJI is one of the most go-to brands in the market.

When the original DJI Mavic Mini was first introduced to the public, DJI’s intentions were clear. They wanted to offer the public a lightweight and compact drone that has a decent camera quality and that weighed under 250 grams. This way, you won’t have to go through the process of registering it to the FAA.

Fast forward to their latest iteration of the Mavic Mini, the DJI Mini 2 has retained all the same qualities we came to know and love about the original model. But with significant upgrades that make the DJI Mini 2 so much more fun to fly with the second time around.

With a camera that now has the ability to shoot videos at 4k and more powerful motors that upgrades its overall speed and performance, let’s dive into our DJI Mini 2 review.

See Where The DJI Mini 2 Ranks In Our List Of The Best Drones For Beginners In 2021.

Overview Of The DJI Mini 2

Despite the success of the original Mavic Mini, DJI did not stop there and gave us the Mini 2. Just when you think their compact drones can’t get any better, it just did. To put it simply, the DJI Mini 2 and its impressive upgrades are just the icings on top of an already really delicious cake.

Just like its predecessor, the DJI Mini 2 ensures optimum portability by allowing you to fold the unit up along with its remote controller. By doing so, taking the drone anywhere with you is completely fuss-free and easy to carry around. In fact, I think this is probably DJI’s lightest and smallest drone yet.

In addition to that, the DJI Mini 2 also weighs in at only 8.8 ounces, making it just below the threshold of 250 grams. So if you’re flying in the USA, that means going through an FAA registration is not at all necessary.

So what makes the DJI Mini 2 so great?

One of the best parts about the DJI Mini 2 that makes it stand out from the rest of your average drones in the market is that it can remain airborne and fly for up to 31 minutes on a single charge. This easily makes it one of the longest-lasting drones you can fly around. It’ll last even longer if you have an extra set of batteries.

So if you’re using this for work, you will definitely have lots of time to capture a ton of videos and stills that you may need. If this is purely for leisure, then that just means more playtime with the drone.

In case you’re unaware, it’s actually not very common for drones to stay up in the air that long. On average, most models or units I found can only fly for up 10-20 minutes. Sometimes, even less depending on the brand and the overall quality and battery power.

So having more than 30 minutes of flight time should be more than enough for most users.

The DJI Mini 2 also features a 4k camera, which means you can now shoot a 4k video at up to 30 frames per second along with an impressive 4x digital zoom performance. Not to mention, just like with the previous model, you can take 12MP still photographs on the same camera.

Features & Specifications

• Product Dimensions: 7.44 x 5.2 x 9.92 inches
• Manufacturer / Brand: DJI
• Item Weight: 249 grams
• Battery Life: 31 minutes
• Range: 10 km
• Max Speed: 35.79 mph
• Battery Size: 5200mAh
• Battery Type: Lithium Polymer
• Compatibility: Works with iOS and Android smartphones and the DJI Fly app.
• Camera Resolution: 12mp camera
• Video Resolution: 4K video footage with 30 frames per second (fps)
• Controller Type: Remote
• Colors: White
• Accessories: Intelligent flight battery, two-way charging hub, DJI Mini 2 propellers
• Extra Special Features: Ultralight Foldable Drone, 3-Axis Gimbal with 4K Camera, 12MP Photos, 31 Mins Flight Time, OcuSync 2.0 10km HD Video Transmission, QuickShots

What’s In The Box:

• Aircraft x 1
• Remote Controller x 1
• DJI Mavic Mini 2 Intelligent Flight Battery × 3
• Spare Propellers (Pair) ×3
• Type-C Cable × 1
• Gimbal Protector × 1
• Micro USB connector – RC Cable ×1
• USB-C connector – RC Cable ×1
• Lightning connector – RC Cable ×1
• Spare Control Sticks (Pair) ×1
• Spare Screw × 18
• Screwdriver × 1
• Propeller Holder × 1
• Two-Way Charging Hub ×1
• DJI 18W USB Charger ×1
• Shoulder Bag × 1

Come check out DJI’s preview of the Mini 2 below to see it in action.

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What We Love About The DJI Mini 2

Here is a breakdown of the features we love about the DJI Mini 2.

Terrific Portability

Aside from not having to go through the process of an FAA registration, the DJI Mini 2’s weight and portability make it so much easier to carry around especially if you’re going to fly it around in farther locations. In fact, it’s so compact that it can comfortably fit in the palm of your hands.

4K Video Footage

As someone who aspires and is a huge fan of filmmaking, having a drone that can shoot video footage at 4k is more than just a dream come true. The extra pixels are also really helpful (and truly appreciated) when it comes to viewing your clips and shots on a Full HD TV.

All I can say is that the 4k quality of the videos you’ll get from the DJI Mini 2 is more than enough to impress even the most demanding reviewers and enthusiasts in the industry.

Robust Battery Life

As I have already mentioned previously, the DJI Mini 2’s beefy battery life is one of the things that truly make it stand out from the rest of the mid-range drones in the market. With more than 30 minutes of flight time, you can really let yourself enjoy using the Mini 2 without having to worry about needing to charge it so soon.

More Powerful Motors

Another significant upgrade the Mini 2 has is that it is now equipped with much more powerful motors that greatly enhances its speed and overall performance. So if you’re concerned if the Mini 2 can handle some windy weather, then it’s safe to say you will have no problem at all.

Our Least Favorite Thing About The DJI Mini 2

Lack Of Anti-Collision Features

While there’s a lot of things to love about the DJI Mini 2 that we simply can’t stop hyping about, its Achilles heel seems to be its lack of anti-collision features. Though to be fair, this also seems to be a running theme with most DJI drones.

For a drone at this price range, not having features that allow the device to avoid obstacles can be quite disappointing. Especially if you think about the potential crashes it might get into and the cost of repairs to get it replaced or fixed.

So be wary of this if your mind is set on the DJI Mini 2. Be careful when flying this around on a location that has a lot of obstacles as this is definitely something that might be a dealbreaker to some of you.

In A Nutshell

Now that we have given you a breakdown of the things we loved and particularly didn’t like about the DJI Mini 2, here is a narrowed-down list of the good and the bad with the Mini 2.

Final Verdict

Overall, the DJI Mini 2 is a really solid drone that has everything you can ask for. The Mini 2 has one of the most impressive features on a drone packed in a lightweight and compact frame. It ticks all the boxes in our criteria with the exception of the lack of anti-collision features.

This may or may not be a big deal to some of you but for beginners, this is something you should keep in mind. But aside from that, the DJI Mini 2 is simply one of the best mid-range priced drones you can get your hands on right now. It’s easy and safe to use while being fun to fly around.

It also has a 4k camera for your video footage needs and beefy battery life to make sure that you have more than enough time to enjoy its amazing qualities.

Already own the DJI Mini 2? How was your experience with it? Let me know in the comments section below if you have any insights or suggestions to share in our DJI Mini 2 review. I would love to hear your thoughts!

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