✈️ Review: DJI Mini 4 Pro Fly More Combo Plus
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🚁 Why We Chose the DJI Mini 4 Pro Drone?
The DJI Mini 4 Pro is the ideal drone for anyone who wants cinematic quality, portability, simplicity, and minimal bureaucracy for flying. With all-direction sensors, smooth flight even in locations with obstacles, and intelligent modes like ActiveTrack 360°, it’s much more than a toy—it’s a real creative tool.
Additionally, because it weighs less than (0.55 lb) 249g with the standard battery, it doesn’t require registration with the FAA for recreational use in the United States, in most cases. Among the available combo options for the DJI Mini 4 Pro drone, we chose the Fly More Plus Combo, which comes with more powerful batteries and has a better cost-benefit ratio, but we’ll talk about that right below.
📦 A drone for every creator
The equipment caters to a demanding audience that doesn’t want to compromise on portability. It’s the ideal choice for travelers and adventurers looking to capture stunning landscapes without the hassle of heavy, bulky gear. In addition, for beginner or professional content creators and videographers, the DJI Mini 4 Pro drone offers exceptional image quality with 4K recording at 100 fps and the 10-bit D-Log M color mode, allowing for creative freedom in post-production. It delivers top-tier performance in an ultralight body, making it the ultimate tool for anyone who needs flexibility, high image quality, and ease of use in a single package.
- 1x DJI Mini 4 Pro Drone
- 1x DJI RC 2 Remote Controller, with a 5.5” screen (eliminates the need for a smartphone)
- 3x Plus Batteries (up to 45 minutes of flight time each)
- 1x Two-way Charging Hub
- 1x Official DJI Shoulder Bag
- 3x Extra Pairs of Propellers
- 1x Screw Kit and Screwdriver
- 1x USB-C Cable
🔋 About the plus batteries: more flight, more weight
The Plus batteries offer up to 45 minutes of flight, which, in practice, means almost 40 useful minutes per charge—a huge gain compared to the standard batteries (34 min). These batteries are included in the Fly More Combo “Plus,” but note that the standard Fly More Combo only comes with 34-minute batteries.
⚠️ Heads Up: Although the DJI Mini 4 Pro promises a 34-minute battery life, keep in mind that a portion of it will be used for the drone’s return to its home point. So, to ensure a safe and stress-free flight, you will, in reality, have approximately 20 minutes of actual flight time.
⚠️ Warning: Using the Plus batteries increases the drone’s weight to over 0.55 lbs (250g). This change places the drone into a weight category that requires mandatory registration with the FAA in the United States.
Despite this, the gain in flight time makes it worthwhile for those who want to explore further, film longer, and avoid the stress of landing just to swap batteries. Another important point is that if you plan to travel abroad with the DJI Mini 4 Pro drone, you should check the local regulations of your destination and consider buying a 34-minute (2,590 mAh) battery.
🎥 Surprising Image Quality
- 1/1.3” CMOS sensor, the same one used in larger drones
- Dual native ISO, which helps reduce image noise in dark environments
- f/1.7 aperture
- Records in 4K/60 fps in HDR and HLG, and D-Log M in 4K/100 fps (for slow motion)
- 10-bit D-Log M and HLG color modes, ideal for professional editing
- True Vertical Shooting mode (vertical recording), perfect for use on Shorts, Reels, and TikToks
- Excellent stabilization
- 48MP RAW photos
- Omnidirectional obstacle detection with 6 sensors
🎬 Tips for even more professional images
We apply simple techniques, shown below, to our YouTube channel videos, which greatly improve the image quality and final result.
- Rule of Thirds: Avoid centering the main subject of your scene. Imagine a grid of nine squares on your screen and position what you want to highlight on one of the intersections or in one of the thirds of the screen. This creates a more dynamic and pleasing visual. You can see that we applied this technique to the horizon line in the video above.
- Post-production with Apps: Use the 10-bit D-Log M color mode to capture the maximum amount of detail. Then, use apps like CapCut, Filmora, or Adobe Premiere to adjust the color temperature, saturation, brightness, and shadows. Small and simple edits can transform a common video into a work of art.
- Ideal Filming Times: The best time to film is during the “golden hour,” which happens at sunrise and sunset. Professional photographers take advantage of this time because the soft, warm light during this period reduces harsh shadows and enhances colors, giving your images a cinematic touch.
- Use Filters for Drones: Use neutral density (ND) filters as “sunglasses” for your drone’s camera. They allow you to use lower shutter speeds, creating the desired cinematic “motion blur.” For 30 FPS, the ideal shutter speed is 1/60, while for 60 FPS, the ideal is 1/120. The polarizing filter (CPL) reduces reflections from surfaces like water and glass, intensifying colors and contrast.
🎬 Our Flight Tips
- Despite the promised 20 km range, the transmission is ideal for open locations. In urban areas or with obstacles like buildings, trees, or mountains, the signal can be compromised. Always maintain a clear line of sight between the controller and the drone to prevent signal loss.
- The DJI Mini 4 Pro drone features an omnidirectional obstacle sensing system, which means it “sees” in all directions (forward, backward, left, right, up, and down). It does this through a binocular vision system (with cameras on different sides) complemented by a 3D infrared sensor on the bottom. This technology allows the drone to automatically avoid obstacles, execute 360° ActiveTrack, and perform a safer Return To Home (RTH), finding the best route to avoid collisions.
- However, it’s crucial to be cautious, as the sensor system is not infallible. Small obstacles, such as power lines and tree branches, may not be identified, resulting in collisions. The drone’s sensor system can also fail in dark environments or against smooth walls of a uniform color.
Flight with the DJI Mini 4 Pro Drone
🌐 Video transmission and control
Com o novo sistema OcuSync 4.0, a transmissão do drone DJI Mini 4 Pro é super estável, mesmo a distâncias próximas a 10 km (em campo aberto). O controle DJI RC 2 é um diferencial: tela própria, sensível ao toque, rápido, e dispensa o celular — algo que agiliza demais a operação.
⚠️ Weak points of the DJI Mini 4 Pro: not everything is perfect
📶 Reduced Range in Dense Urban Areas
Even with the new OcuSync 4.0 system, in locations with high electromagnetic interference (like downtown areas with many buildings and Wi-Fi), the transmission may experience momentary lags. It’s nothing serious, but it’s worth being cautious on longer flights.
🔋 Plus Battery Requires Registration for the DJI Mini 4 Pro Drone
The batteries in the Plus Combo are excellent for flight time, but they increase the drone’s weight to over 0.55 lbs. This requires mandatory registration with the FAA in the United States. To keep the Mini 4 Pro in the exempt category for recreational use, you must fly with the standard battery.
💨 Sensitive to Strong Winds
As a lightweight drone, the Mini 4 Pro struggles a bit more in winds above 30 km/h. It compensates well with its motors and stabilization, but it consumes more battery and may have less smooth flights in adverse conditions.
✅ Our impressions of the DJI Mini 4 Pro drone so far
- ✨ Professional Image Quality
- 🔋 Great Flight Time with the Plus batteries
- 🎮 Built-in Screen on the Remote is practical and fast
- 🧳 Easy to Transport (the included bag in the combo is very helpful)
- 📡 High Flight Safety, with omnidirectional sensors
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions (DJI Mini 4 Pro)
1. What’s the main difference between the DJI Mini 4 Pro drone and the Mini 4 Pro Fly More Combo Plus?
The Fly More Combo Plus, in addition to the DJI Mini 4 Pro drone itself, includes three Plus batteries that offer up to 45 minutes of flight each and a remote controller with an integrated screen, a triple charging hub, an official bag, and extra accessories (spare propellers), providing more flight autonomy and convenience.
2. What’s the actual flight time of the DJI Mini 4 Pro drone with a Plus battery?
The actual flight time ranges from 38 to 42 minutes, depending on wind conditions and flight mode. Stronger winds require more energy from the drone’s motor and thus drain the battery more quickly.
3. Does the DJI RC 2 Remote Controller Work Without a Smartphone?
Yes, the DJI RC 2 has an integrated 5.5” touchscreen, eliminating the need for a phone to fly the drone and view the video transmission. It’s always important to check the remote controller’s battery before starting a flight, as many users focus on the drone’s battery and end up forgetting to check the remote’s.
4. Does the DJI Mini 4 Pro Drone Record Audio During Flights?
No, the DJI Mini 4 Pro does not record onboard audio. To capture ambient sound, you need to use an external microphone and sync it during the editing process.
5. Is the DJI Mini 4 Pro Wind-Resistant?
It can withstand winds of up to approximately 38.5 km/h, but flying in strong winds can reduce stability and flight time. It is recommended to avoid these conditions.
6. What intelligent flight modes does the DJI Mini 4 Pro drone offer?
The drone features modes such as ActiveTrack 360°, MasterShots, Waypoints, and True Vertical Shooting, which facilitate creative and professional recordings. These intelligent modes allow the drone to perform complex flight and capture maneuvers automatically, making it easier to get stunning shots.
7. What is the maximum video resolution?
The DJI Mini 4 Pro records videos in up to 4K at 100fps, in addition to offering support for 10-bit HDR formats.
8. What is 10-bit HDR10?
The 10-bit HDR10 format is a video standard (HDR) that uses a 10-bit color depth. This means the image can display over one billion colors, compared to the 16.7 million colors a standard 8-bit screen can display.
As an open standard, HDR10 is widely used and supported by various devices and streaming services, offering an enhanced visual experience with richer colors and greater contrast.
9. Is it possible to use the DJI Mini 4 Pro drone in locations without internet?
Yes, the drone does not require an internet connection to fly or record. However, it’s recommended to download offline maps and update the firmware before flying in remote areas.
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