DJI Mavic 2 Pro Review

 

DJI is a forerunner in the field of drone production. Even though DJI's Mavic 2 Pro was introduced in late 2018, it still offers one of the most remarkable feature sets for any camera drone. It was the first consumer drone with a one-inch sensor and adjustable aperture.

The Hasselblad L1D-20c camera included with the Mavic Pro 2 features a full-frame equivalent focal length of 28mm and an ISO range of 100-12,800 for stills and ISO range of 100-6400 for video. Compared to cameras in common high-end consumer drones, its camera sensor is still the biggest.

Although it has been 4 to 5 years after its release, most functionalities are still not available in most drones. Here are the specifics, features, and performance of the DJI Mavic 2 Pro.

Design

The DJI Mavic 2 Pro has a significantly bigger footprint than the original Mavic Pro. When folded, the drone measures 3.33.68.4 inches (HWD) and 3.39.512.7 inches when its arms are extended.

The drone is 2 pounds in weight (heavy enough to require FAA registration for recreational flying in the USA and several other countries). However, it weighs only 1.4 pounds without a battery. The current Air 2S model weighs just 21oz, but the professional-level Phantom 4 Pro V2 weighs 48.50oz. This model falls midway in the middle. Nonetheless, it has a better flying performance.

It can be stored or flown in seconds because of its innovative design. The Mavic 2 Pro is readily portable and transportable with its folding form. The main body is stiff, with the battery connected at the back/top. While the camera and gimbal are at the front and bottom of the drone, the main body is flexible.

The DJI Mavic 2 Pro controller is likewise tiny and foldable, in line with the rest of the drone's design. Two arms at the bottom of the controller allow cellphones of various sizes to be attached and offer a camera feed. In addition, a tiny LCD screen on the controller displays essential flight information and provides access to flight and camera settings.

Camera

Both static photos and 4K films produced with the Mavic 2 Pro camera are comparable to those shot with professional DSLR cameras.

The Hasselblad L1D-20c Camera on this drone allows customers to create amazing 20-megapixel aerial images with outstanding color depth. The L1D-20c also has Hasselblad's Natural Colour Solution (HNCS), allowing users to produce 20-megapixel aerial photographs with incredible color detail. Hasselblad cameras are well-known for their unrivaled image quality, Swedish workmanship, and high-quality photos.

Performance

The features of this drone in terms of performance are:

●      Maximum Take-off Altitude: 6000 m

●      Max Flight Time (no wind): 31 minutes (at a consistent 25 kph)

●      Max Hovering Time (no wind): 29 minutes

●      Max Flight Distance (no wind): 18 km (at a constant 50 kph)

●      Max Wind Speed Resistance: 29–38 kph

This drone offers several preset flying patterns that make it simple to shoot high-quality video footage without complex maneuvers. However, because they have a pre-programmed appearance, they are best suited for novices. They will be less valuable after they have mastered more complicated skills manually.

When in Sport Mode, the Mavic Pro 2 can reach speeds of 44.7mph/72kph (S). This mode is highly responsive and employs GPS location; however, front and downwards facing collision avoidance sensors are deactivated by default. Sport Mode provides a 31-minute flying period and a 72 km/h.

Positioning Mode (P) is somewhat slower than S-mode when all collision avoidance sensors are active. When pilots fly in Tripod Mode (T), their speed is substantially reduced, and their controls are less responsive, allowing for more cinematic-looking video.

When the subject is specified in the app, the drone may follow it. As a result, it is excellent for monitoring people and moving objects, such as wildlife photography and cars.

Safety Features

The DJI Mavic Pro's safety features GPS location, which maintains track of it at all times. It also incorporates sophisticated Omnidirectional Obstacle Sensors on either side of the drone body to avoid a collision. If the drone detects an obstruction, it will crash. It works well, but it wasn't flawless in our hands-on test, especially in highly windy situations.

Advanced Pilot Assistance Systems (APAS) technology aids in the avoidance of impediments in both the front and rear of the aircraft. It contains an auxiliary bulb at the bottom that allows the sensors to work even in low-light circumstances.