DJI announces "DJI Mini 2", a high-performance camera drone weighing less than 200g! | DRONE

DJI will release the high-performance camera drone "DJI Mini 2" packed with new functions in a compact body weighing less than 200g on November 12, 2020 (reservations will start from November 5th). The suggested retail price is 59,400 yen including tax for the standard package including DJI Mini 2 / controller / battery (1 piece), and in addition to the standard package, a combo set that includes a charging hub / battery (3 pieces) / dedicated carry case, etc. Is 79,200 yen including tax.

The DJI Mini 2, the successor to the previous model "Mavic Mini," inherits the features of easy flight operation and is equipped with improved shooting performance and a more powerful motor. The upgraded transmission technology realizes a long transmission distance and stable connection.

Intelligent mode is optimized and you can shoot video with just a few taps. In addition, beginners can learn how to fly efficiently with tutorials and learning tools for beginners, and with a wide range of accessories, you can customize your drone to your liking.

Live footage from the camera is sent to your smartphone so you can see exactly where your DJI Mini 2 is flying and which way it's facing. With simple operability buttons and functions, it is more efficient and easier to operate than advanced drones. Like other DJI drones, it has a high-grade positioning feature and vision sensor, allowing the DJI Mini 2 to hover accurately in one place.

GPS recognizes the position of the drone, and the vision sensor at the bottom of the aircraft maps the ground under the aircraft to assist automatic landing. Geo-fence function to prevent the drone from entering areas where flight is restricted such as airports, RTH (Return-to-Home) function to automatically return to the home point, adjust the maximum flight altitude and distance that the drone can fly It is equipped with flight protection functions, etc., and by combining these modes and functions, it is said that safe flight will be realized.

Like the Mavic Mini, the DJI Mini 2 has a foldable design that's lightweight and easy to carry. Despite its compact size, major flight performance features have been significantly upgraded compared to its predecessor. The new model is equipped with DJI's transmission technology OcuSync 2.0, which enables stable long-distance connection between the transmitter and the aircraft. The maximum transmission distance of the DJI Mini 2 is 6km, which is three times longer than the previous model Mavic Mini. The upgraded motor provides 18 minutes of flight time, faster acceleration and speed, and maximum wind speed resistance of 10.5m / s (scale 5).

With a 1 / 2.3 inch sensor, you can shoot 12MP photos and videos with a maximum resolution of 4K / 30fps at 100Mbps. Images can be saved not only in JPEG format, but also in RAW format for users who want to edit them later. Using the most advanced 3-axis gimbal, it is possible to correct blurring due to drone movement and wind, and shoot smooth images without blurring. While recording at 1080p resolution, you can use 4x zoom (lossless zoom at 2x) and use the zoom function to raise the subject without actually moving the drone. Pre-programmed intelligent mode allows the drone to perform set actions and shooting functions, allowing you to shoot video without complicated operations.

The DJI Fly app and DJI Mini 2 have been significantly upgraded for quick sharing to social media. With the new model, you can connect your smartphone directly to the drone without using a transmitter, and after shooting the video you want to share, you can download the video at a speed of up to 20MB / s (Japanese model up to 6MB / s). After the video is downloaded to your smartphone, you can edit it to your liking with the DJI Fly app's dedicated editing tool, or use the new "optimized photo" function to automatically optimize the image quality. If you use the new trim download function, you can divide the video and download only the part you want.

Quick Shot: Taken with pre-programmed flight movements

Panorama: Take a wide field of view in the selected panorama mode

Photo mode: Various photo modes are available to suit different shooting scenes

* The Japanese version is used in combination with the 360 ​​° propeller guard for the previous model DJI Mavic Mini.