Hey everyone, I’m a photographer just starting to get into drones. I’m taking a course to get my RPA license and have been practicing with a $99 drone for the last few months. I’m really enjoying it, but I’m ready to upgrade to something more serious.
I was considering the DJI Neo, but the camera quality didn’t impress me. Now I’m torn between the Mini 4K and the Mini 3 — my local store has them for almost the same price, with only a $30 difference. I’ve seen some amazing shots from the Mini 4K in class, but I’ve also heard the Mini 3 has better overall image quality.
Is the Mini 3 worth the extra $30, or should I just go with the Mini 4K? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
I’m a photographer who recently got into drones too. I started with the DJI Neo as a gateway and now I’m looking for better image quality.
Between the Mini 4K and Mini 3, the Mini 3 wins — the 1/1.3" sensor on the Mini 3 is a big step up from the 1/2.3" sensor on the 4K, especially in low light.
If the price difference is only $30, go for the Mini 3. The image quality is better, and you can tweak the sharpness settings in the app if you’re worried about the over-sharpening issue.
I’d also recommend getting the Fly More Combo if you can — extra batteries and a carrying bag make a huge difference.
I had the same dilemma back in November. I went with the Mini 3 for the larger sensor, which gives much better image quality in low light. Plus, the Mini 3’s vertical shooting mode is a nice bonus.
Honestly, I’d recommend starting with a Mini 2 4K Fly More Combo if you’re just testing the waters. It’s cheaper, super portable, and still takes great photos.