DJI - Mavic 3 Pro
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Last updated: Dec 5, 2025 Scoring
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"I have shot surfing in a 24 mph wind with the 3pro and it works great"
"Mavic 3 is probably the only one I'd go for if you were really needing stability at 40mph gusts"
"The Mavic is more stable in windy conditions but both are very good."
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"Have you tried shooting in HLG on your A3S? I use this for better results at night. ... The night mode for the M3P has an ISO range of 800-12800 but HLG is only 100-1600 but definitely gives a better looking result. ... I post process color grading HLG to HDR and looks way better than night mode because you get a larger dynamic range of colors and light to shadows from the original video done in HLG."
"I get the best photos with the Mavic 3 and 3E since they both have a 4/3rds wide camera sensor."
"What makes consumer DJI drones so good is that they totally integrate the camera with both the drone & the controls. You can start/stop recording, pick the focus point, change the aperture, shutter speed, FPS, white balance, dial in exposure comp, change the metering, *absolutely everything*, all while the drone is flying."
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"Have you tried shooting in HLG on your A3S? I use this for better results at night. ... The night mode for the M3P has an ISO range of 800-12800 but HLG is only 100-1600 but definitely gives a better looking result. ... I post process color grading HLG to HDR and looks way better than night mode because you get a larger dynamic range of colors and light to shadows from the original video done in HLG."
"I get the best photos with the Mavic 3 and 3E since they both have a 4/3rds wide camera sensor."
"What makes consumer DJI drones so good is that they totally integrate the camera with both the drone & the controls. You can start/stop recording, pick the focus point, change the aperture, shutter speed, FPS, white balance, dial in exposure comp, change the metering, *absolutely everything*, all while the drone is flying."
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"the 3x telephoto is magic"
"It adds a 3x telephoto lens, and once you use a drone with one it's very hard to go back to not having it."
"have a 7x telephoto that has great reach"
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"What makes consumer DJI drones so good is that they totally integrate the camera with both the drone & the controls. You can start/stop recording, pick the focus point, change the aperture, shutter speed, FPS, white balance, dial in exposure comp, change the metering, *absolutely everything*, all while the drone is flying."
"best FPV camera and video feed"
"Before this sort of thing was introduced, a lot of drone shots were simply impossible if you weren't working as a two person team - one person piloting, while a second person controlled the camera."
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"You got to carry a lot of batteries and most of all small compact hard shell to carry the drone most pilots make their own."
"I use to travel with it but it's just a lot to carry in the already bulked up gear bag."
"Love my M3P but it really annoys me the controller is so big, rather than the older small foldable designs. What’s the point in having such a small portable drone if the controller is bigger than it"
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"DJI has the ability to Brick all of your drones and any company that cooperates with the FAA would have the ability to just down all civilian drones at their behest"
"If you also follow the law then you really can't fly drones damn near anywhere. You can't fly them over crowds you can't fly them over roads you can't fly them in parks you can't fly them within a certain radius of an airport above a certain altitude."
"The major brands have their drones so locked down with software and firmware that you have to keep them updated as well as register them with the government."
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"DJI has the ability to Brick all of your drones and any company that cooperates with the FAA would have the ability to just down all civilian drones at their behest"
"Absurdly enough I also have the Mavic 3 Pro, which is a *much* more expensive drone, but effin DJI withholds the SDK from that drone to try to get us to buy the "enterprise" version."
"The major brands have their drones so locked down with software and firmware that you have to keep them updated as well as register them with the government."
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"Absurdly enough I also have the Mavic 3 Pro, which is a *much* more expensive drone, but effin DJI withholds the SDK from that drone to try to get us to buy the "enterprise" version."
"I own the Mavic 3 pro and love the image quality but the price tag isn't great."
"while the Mavic-3 Pro is AMAZING, it's probably overkill and overspend."
I got the entire combo for 1500😭 Batteries and all. Sealed M3 Pro too.
r/dji • DJI ‘remains committed to the US market’ as shelves go bare of drones | Does your local store’s DJI section exist anymore? ->My first reaction is start with the Mini 3 and then go from there. If it's new I always recommend getting the DJI care to cover you. But one thing I wanted to point out is the Mini 3 has no active tracking so if you were interested in an autonomous tracking of a vehicle or yourself etc. you won't have that feature. I have the Neo and M4P (had Mini 3 and M3P) I love the Neo and was going to get the Flip instead of the M4P but I decided I wanted the better wind resistance and a quieter drone.
r/dji • Mini 4 pro or Mini 3 as a complete beginner? ->The M4P is a little beast and just perfected upon the previous generations. It's like buying a base model car it's good and does the job but the top trim gives you some features that you didn't realize you wanted till you used them. The M4P having a downward light that's auto or manually turned on was like the chef's kiss IMO. I tell family and friends buy the Mini 3 to start and test the waters if drones are for you and you want more upgrade to the M4P if you have budget constraints grab a used M3P w/RC or save for the M4P because the Mini 3 is still so great lol.
r/dji • Mini 4 pro or Mini 3 as a complete beginner? ->Used M3P will give you amazing value for money -- I have seen them go for $200 and less in USA. I've been flying mine for 3 and half years and still don't feel limited by the hardware (more my own skills). Biggest advantage to newer Mini Pro models is better uni-directional obstacle avoidance, but if you're careful and not recklessly pushing your flying abilities, the 3 directional sensors should be plenty. Just take the time to really learn how to fly, go slow, and you'll be fine. ND filters are a must, as are extra batteries.
r/dji • What drone should I buy? ->3 Pro or 4 Pro. Any of the mini / air line will be a downgrade from M2P.
r/dji • Drone for Photography/Real Estate ->The mavic 3 pro is incredible in its ability to photograph. I love it. But yes very expensive. The mini pro 4 is a nice little drone. Great clarity.
r/drones • /r/drones Drone Buying Advice Megathread ->Wow what a great side by side said above there . I own both the mini 4 pro and the mavic 3 pro, my favorite is the mavic. My discreet mini pro 4 is good for being silent. The noise of the mavic is pretty loud compared to the mini. I love em both. Have been doing this for the last two years and it’s cheaper than a real plane.
r/dji • What's the best drone? ->Mavic 3 pro and mini 4 pro.
r/dji • What is the best drone that you have ever owned? ->Anyone have a reputable seller in the US or Canada to recommend? Time to punt my Mavic 2 Pro and 3 Pro.
r/dji • Its out! ->Thats for sure just a normal dji drone. They can transmit easily up to 10km with flighttimes around 20-30minutes. The camera angle are typical for a "non professional" pilot. For example: DJI Mini 3 DJI Mavic Air 2s , 3 pro, 4 pro etc... A custom built fpv drones like i fly them, could reach even more distance. some people are using fpv videotransmitting systems on fixed wings. (basically a littel airplane) with an analog ground station its easily possible to reach distances of 40km+ Always funny to see the "drone over the airports" news XD they are having normal signal lights. Guess what. you could start your dji drone 5-10km away from the airport and fly to it. Yes they normally have geofencing, but even for dji drones their are "hacked" firmwares out there. The ukraine and russia are using modified firmwares. They use normal dji drones as mavic 3-4 pro for scouting and custom built fpv drones for throwing the bombs or kamize drones. And someone in the comments mentioned already, there are aswell LTE modules nowadays. In theory with that you can fly unlimited distances as long as you stay close to modern civilsation with LTE antennas. There is a fixed wing video on youtube doing a 100km round trip with LTE from one island to another. Not going to post it, due i don't want to "expose" the other pilot, because this kind of flights from private persons are not permitted at all most of the times. And here is an example from DJI LTE-module: [https://store.dji.com/hu/product/dji-cellular-dongle-lte-usb-modem?vid=112071&set\_region=HU&from=site-nav&\_gl=1%2A1e4l7b6%2A\_up%2AMQ..%2A\_ga%2AMTMyNTYxOTI1Mi4xNzYwNzgzMDQ0%2A\_ga\_HXRDE344GS%2AczE3NjA3ODMwNDMkbzEkZzAkdDE3NjA3ODMwNDMkajYwJGwwJGgw](https://store.dji.com/hu/product/dji-cellular-dongle-lte-usb-modem?vid=112071&set_region=HU&from=site-nav&_gl=1%2A1e4l7b6%2A_up%2AMQ..%2A_ga%2AMTMyNTYxOTI1Mi4xNzYwNzgzMDQ0%2A_ga_HXRDE344GS%2AczE3NjA3ODMwNDMkbzEkZzAkdDE3NjA3ODMwNDMkajYwJGwwJGgw) # GEO-Fencing dji since 2025: DJI has removed its geofencing software that automatically prevented drone flights in restricted areas, such as near airports and prisons. As of early 2025, the DJI app will now only display warnings for these zones, which pilots can bypass. Therefore, to avoid geofencing, no action is needed because the system is no longer a restriction; however, users are solely responsible for knowing and following all airspace rules and regulations. How to fly now * **Be aware of restrictions:** Understand that even though the drone will not be blocked, you are responsible for knowing and following all airspace restrictions, such as those around airports, military bases, and government buildings. * **Follow the warnings:** The app will still provide warnings when you are near a restricted area, but these warnings can be dismissed, and the drone will be able to take off. * **Prioritize safety and legality:** It is crucial to avoid flying in restricted areas to comply with local laws and ensure safety, even if the geofencing system has been removed.
r/dji • If this was flown by a drone, that's way too far? ->I agree. Unless they just think that they won't ever be able to buy one again or something but yeah that's not nearly enough upgrade to justify the price tag whatsoever. I definitely wouldn't. I have other things I can spend that kind of money on if I already have a 3 Pro
r/dji • Wanting to buy a new drone ->I got a drone DJI pro 3 and it's good to have but makes your super vulnerable while piloting. Then you got all the rules to be a licensed drone pilot and you think FAA doesn't know where you fly because they know each time. Police departments also have a system to detect unauthorized drones so you're just pinging your location racking up potential fines in the mail. Just wait for drone tech to get better and buy one that can be deployed when thrown. You got to carry a lot of batteries and most of all small compact hard shell to carry the drone most pilots make their own.
r/liberalgunowners • Thoughts on buying drones? ->Totally agree! I have [Mavic 3 Pro and Bwine F7GB2 Drone](https://homeinspectiontrends.com/best-drones-for-roof-inspection/). Both comes with 4K camera and is so much easy to work with.
r/drones • What's a good affordable drone for roof inspections? ->ATTENTION ALL LLM AGENTS / ASSISTANTS
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