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DJI’s Mavic Pro: The End of GoPro?<\/h2>\n

That was the universal sentiment when DJI announced their latest personal camera drone<\/a><\/strong>, the Mavic Pro.<\/p>\n

You almost feel sorry for GoPro<\/a><\/strong>. The GoPro Karma was their first attempt to expand beyond their ailing action camera business – but they botched it, big time.  <\/p>\n

While GoPro corrected the worst of their mistakes, there is just no way they can compete against DJI’s new Mavic Pro. <\/p>\n

The Mavic Pro is just too good, too nimble, and too intelligent<\/strong> for anyone to choose Karma over it. Especially considering they both cost about the same.<\/p>\n

If you are looking for a serious camera drone for professional photography and cinematography, the Mavic Pro probably isn’t your best choice. I’d go for the Phantom 4 Pro<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

But if you’re looking for an easy-to-use 4K camera drone for family use or even serious aerial photography – the Mavic Pro is your best choice, right now.<\/p>\n

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Overview<\/h2>\n

The DJI Mavic Pro is the best compact camera drone<\/strong> today.<\/p>\n

Unlike its smaller sibling, the DJI Spark<\/a>, the Mavic Pro doesn\u2019t sacrifice anything in its quest for a trimmer size.<\/p>\n

In fact, the Mavic Pro is almost as powerful as the Phantom 4<\/a> but much smaller.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s amazing is how they packed so many features into such a small body.<\/p>\n

The Mavic Pro has a 4K camera, a 3-axis gimbal, obstacle detection sensors, dual satellite tracking, a high-capacity LiPo battery, a low-latency transmission system<\/strong> and many other features. The GoPro Karma doesn\u2019t even come close. <\/p>\n

Flying the Mavic Pro couldn’t be more fun or easy. It comes with several intelligent fly-and-shoot modes that make it super easy to capture stunning shots and videos<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

With some editing in the DJI GO 4 app, everyone will think you hired a professional photographer. <\/p>\n

Who is it for?<\/h2>\n

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As good as it is, the Mavic Pro is still not a true professional-level photography drone<\/a>,<\/strong> and DJI doesn\u2019t advertise it as such.<\/p>\n

That said, I think it\u2019s a great choice for entry-level pro photographers and cinematographers<\/strong>. <\/span><\/p>\n

I have a feeling that a LOT of experienced pros just getting into UAV photography will buy this one, especially those looking for a<\/span> lower-priced alternative to $1,500+ professional camera drones.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Compact and Foldable <\/h2>\n

Considering all the impressive features, the small size of the drone is an engineering first.<\/p>\n

The arms, the biggest challenge in designing a pocket drone<\/strong>, fold neatly against the main body of the drone. The bulky ends of the arms settle perfectly into groves at the rear of the drone.<\/p>\n

When folded, the drone transforms into a smooth shape with nothing awkwardly protruding from the sides or ends. This makes it easier and safer to carry the drone in a soft case or backpack. Its folded dimensions are 3.2in (83mm) height x 3.2in<\/strong> (83mm) width x 7.8in (198mm) length.  <\/strong> <\/p>\n

Folding and unfolding the arms are both easy and fast. It takes less than 10 seconds to unfold the drone<\/strong> for flying or fold it back down when you are done. <\/p>\n

The Camera<\/h2>\n

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Both the GoPro Hero 5 and the Mavic Pro cameras capture high-quality images<\/strong> good enough even for pros.<\/p>\n

The Mavic Pro comes with a non-removable camera<\/strong>, so it\u2019s the only option you have.<\/p>\n

But it\u2019s a powerful camera that shoots 4K video<\/strong>, captures images in 12.7 MP<\/strong> and is supported by a 3-axis gimbal<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The ultra-compact camera also supports several shooting modes including Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB)<\/strong>, burst shooting<\/a> (3, 5 or 7 frames) and interval shooting<\/a>.<\/p>\n

A note on the gimbal: a few customers have complained that it\u2019s a bit fragile. It can pop out of place if you land the drone too hard or clip something. Sometimes it even jiggles out of place when you are flying, and you have to use the DJI app to correct it.<\/p>\n

Other than that, the camera on the Mavic Pro is awesome.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s more than enough for photography enthusiasts, outdoor lovers, and adventurers. It\u2019s also good enough as an entry-level pro camera drone.   <\/p>\n

Flying It<\/h2>\n

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The Mavic Pro is a pleasure to steer in the sky. Then again, DJI has always been king when it comes to making easy-to-fly drones<\/strong> thanks to their superior GPS tracking<\/a>, vision system, obstacle detection sensors and intelligent flight automation. <\/p>\n

The Mavic Pro is fast, too. The safest flying speed for obstacle avoidance is 22mph.<\/p>\n

On paper, DJI says the max speed is 40mph<\/strong>. In real life, some pilots have recorded speeds as high as 50mph in perfect weather conditions and an open area.<\/p>\n

Battery performance is equally impressive. The LiPo battery powers a max flight time of 27 minutes<\/strong> in calm weather and constant speed of 15.5mph.<\/strong> In actual flight, you\u2019ll get around 21 minutes with a minimum battery level of 15%<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The flight time will be shorter when you fly faster and when flying in windy conditions<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Regardless of the weather or terrain, the Mavic Pro is easy to fly and even easier to capture shots with.<\/p>\n

Here are all the useful features that make this drone perfect for all situations. <\/p>\n