The DJI Mini 3 Pro is here! The number one question on everyone’s mind? How does it compare to the DJI Mini 2? Let’s dive in and find out with this side by side comparison of the DJI Mini 3 Pro and DJI Mini 2 drone.
Spec Comparison
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| DJI Mini 3 Pro | DJI Mini 2 | |
| Weight | 249 g | 249 g |
| Max Flight Time | 34 mins 47 mins w. Plus Battery |
31 mins |
| Max Speed | 57 KM/h | 57 KM/h |
| Camera Sensor | 1/1.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Photo Performance | 48 MP RAW | 12 MP RAW |
| Video Performance | 4K/60fps 1080p/120fps |
4K/30fps 1080p/60fps |
| Video Transmission | O3 (OcuSync 3.0) | OcuSync 2.0 |
| Max Video Range | 12 KM | 10 KM |
| Retail Price | From $1119 | From $749 |
Camera Performance
A drone’s camera is often the biggest reason for many pilots to purchase a drone. With more and more people creating content to share with friends and family on social media or using drones for work, a drone’s camera is probably the first thing you check out.
Mini 3 Pro
Key Specs
Sensor Size: 1/1.3” CMOS | Photo: 48 MP | Photo Formats: RAW, JPG
Video: 4K/60fps, 1080p/120fps | HDR | Vertical Shooting
The DJI Mini 3 Pro is second to none, and delivers far and away the best camera performance ever found on a DJI Mini drone. Sporting a massive 1/1.3” sensor that’s even larger than the sensor found on the ultra-popular DJI Mavic Air 2, the Mini 3 Pro delivers 4K/60fps footage plus the option to record in 1080/120fps ultra-slow motion.
Oh, and did we mention that you can record in HDR? That’s right, the Mini 3 Pro features high dynamic range recording to make colours in your videos truly pop.
But that’s not all, the Mini 3 Pro is also fantastic for aerial photographers, capturing pixel-dense 48 MP stills with ease in both RAW and JPEG.
Mini 2
Key Specs
Sensor Size: 1/2.3” CMOS | Photo: 12 MP | Photo Formats: RAW, JPG
Video: 4K/30fps, 1080p/60fps
Sporting a 1/2.3” sensor, the DJI Mini 2 delivers incredible 4K footage with easy to use controls and camera settings. Despite its size, the DJI Mini 2 camera still produces gorgeous 12MP RAW images that can still be used in a semi-professional capacity. With a smaller sensor, the DJI Mini 2 doesn’t produce the detail-rich HDR images of the Mini 3 Pro but still provides photos that are perfect for sharing on social media.
Similarities and Differences
The Mini 3 Pro can record at frame rates of up to 120fps whilst the Mini 2 is limited to 60fps. If you love recording dynamic slow-motion clips, the Mini 3 Pro is the option for you.
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Flight Performance
Flight performance is another key point of consideration when choosing a drone. Do you want it to fly super fast? Or do you prefer slow and stable flight from a drone that can fly multiple kilometres away? Let’s break it down.
Mini 3 Pro
Key Specs
Flight Time: 34 minutes (up to 47 minutes) | Top Speed: 57 KM/h
Max Range: 12 KM | Transmission: O3
Powered by O3 (OcuSync 3.0) video transmission technology, the DJI Mini 3 Pro can fly further than any DJI Mini drone before it with a maximum transmission range of 12 KM with the RC-N1 or DJI RC controllers. Plus, with a top speed of 57 KM/h and flight time of up to 47 minutes with the new Mini 3 Pro Intelligent Flight Battery Plus, the Mini 3 Pro can cover ground (or air) at an incredibly fast rate. Perfect for when you just want to zip through the sky!
Mini 2
Key Specs
Flight Time: 31 minutes | Top Speed: 57 KM/h
Max Range: 10 KM | Transmission: OcuSync 2.0
The first Mavic Mini series drone to feature DJI’s famed OcuSync video transmission technology, the DJI Mini 2 featured a huge upgrade in transmission range and stability when compared to the original Mavic Mini. With a jump in transmission range from 4 KM to 10 KM, the Mini 2 is perfect for capturing images from close up and far away.
The DJI Mini 2 can fly for up to 31 minutes with its high-powered Intelligent Flight Battery, plus it's also great for pilots who owned the original DJI Mavic Mini with Mavic Mini batteries being backwards compatible with the Mini 2 drone.
Similarities and Differences
Flight performance is remarkably similar between the Mini 2 and Mini 3 Pro.
As such, flight performance generally won’t be a key consideration when choosing between these two Mini drones. We recommend prioritising other key factors including camera performance and safety features when making a purchase decision.
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