DJI Mavic Air 2 vs. DJI Mavic 2 Pro - A Hard Decision
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Quick correction: the Mavic 2 Pro actually only has a dual IMU and one compass. This level of redundancy is still far superior than what the Mavic Air 2 offers.
So not to think about money which one is better
Efe Tan YILDIZ if you don’t think about money it is the mavic 2 pro
DroneViral thanks!
Hi. I have a questions to you about English word you use to describe pro drone. My understanding of English is not always working correctly, and this time I just fail. What redundancy means in drones? Please help me, because English is not my native language. Thank you. By the way good, quick review.
@@mariuszkedzior1541 "Redundancy" is a backup of a component, and is needed for a fail safe operation. If you have 2 IMU's (redundant IMU'S) and one were to fail mid flight, the second "backup" will take over so that the drone can still function properly.
I’ve had both, I down graded to the Air 2 and I just like it’s overall feel and fewer setting to worry about better. Obviously I am not a pro flyer or don’t use it for a business. The Air 2 gives me everything I need. For what I sold my Mavic pro 2 I was able to get the Air 2 and the smart controller. I feel like I have a better set up now, and see little to no difference in the end product. Happy flying....
I enjoyed your video and research. I am a relatively new flyer, in the past 2 months I have bought the Minnie, sold it when I got the MA2 and then just in the past 2 weeks got a crazy good deal on the M2P with the Fly more combo and the smart controller. I fly everyday and mostly it is the M2P I fly now. I am not a professional flyer or photographer. That being said, I have an unusual perspective having started with all three of these drones in a very short time period. I loved the Minnie till I got the MA2, and loved the MA2 until I got the M2P. I can simply compare it with going from a nice fair priced sedan to a Cadillac Limited. You just enjoy the ride so much more. Would I have paid 2600.00 for a 2 month old M2P , fly more combo, and the Smart Controller? No, but I jumped at paying half of that. Bottom line, life is short, enjoy the ride as best you can!
Hey You got a very good deal. I would purchase it.
I've just seen a used Mavic 2 Pro Fly More combo in the UK for 1300 GBP, its a shame as I just bought the Mavic Air 2 last month for 999 GBP. I think I will keep the Mavic Air 2 for travelling and backpacking because it is easy to carry with you. I could be tempted in the future to get a Mavic 2 Pro or even the Mavic 3!
I had the air for 6 weeks and then traded back for a Pro 2. I do miss the Air in many ways. Very easy to get an amazing video. But the the pro 2 for me is another level and it feels very pro and less toy. I know that soon as I get it down as I am........... it's going to be better for me. I can easily see the difference in the 1 inch sensor. Side by Side it's night and day for me. The pro fly's so steady and is more of an aircraft. The Air is amazing but in the end the Pro will come though for me video image wise big time. Thanks
Wow! I have a wide variety of interests so I watch a lot of "instructional" videos on CZcams. You are easily one of the best I have ever seen. Very thorough with not one single moment of wasted time. Thanks for being a pro in both your knowledge base but also in your presentation. Cheers!
Thanks so much! I try my best haha
Love your shot of the Boat in minute 4. I'm happy with my MA2 and talking about boats I've made cinematic video with HDR for my channel flying over boats, I've been falling in love with water shots 😝
I’m seriously considering picking up a Mavic 2 pro. I find increasingly Im using my air 2 in poor lighting for both video and photo and it really struggles to maintain the detail I’m looking for. Shadows turn to mush and colour noise can become an issue. Even using the hdr modes I still find the shadows are just too dark and increasing the exposure in post just reveals a mess which most people might not notice, but as a photographer used to full frame dslrs and high end aps-c Mirrorless cameras, it really bugs me. The 2 pro footage and photos I’ve seen in low light look a lot better in this regard and for me, image quality comes above anything else. Whilst not using the drones professionally I still want my work to the best it can be, and whilst the air 2 is a joy to fly and can, in good lighting produce excellent results, in the UK at least, the lighting is often crap and results in flying sessions with little useable footage or photos. I wish DJI introduced a air 2 pro, or something similar.. same size as the air 2 but with a better and bigger sensor and more manual controls, so a step above the consumer air 2, but below the “professional” 2 pro. I guess that would steal sales from each model though and they’d rather people spend the extra on the 2 pro, even if they don’t really want a drone that size.
I just went to Scotland with my Mavic Air 2 and the lighting was pretty poor most of the time (we only had one full day on Skye and a day near Fort William). The results from the MA2 are ok, but not really wow. I've just seen a used Mavic 2 Pro on eBay for 1300 pounds, I wish I had held on and got that! However, I think the MA2 will be good for travelling and backpacking...
torotaxi1 I’ve since bought the M2p and sold the MA2. Its far better in low light. Still not DSLR standard, but much more useable than the Ma2. I managed to get mine brand new and unregistered but box opened for £800. I then bought the fly more combo for £249, so got a pretty good deal.
@@TomPhotoix Thank you very much for your insights. I've been really torn between upgrading my Mavic Air 1 to an MA2 or M2P - MA2 seems like 90% there, especially when so many reviews suggest the photo quality is "dramatically" improved over the MA1 (which is awful in low light). Yet I haven't been able to *really* tell just how much better it is. Your experience with the MP2 over the MA2 seals it for me.
Got a MA2 for father's day. I fly Inspire 2, Phantom 4, and( just learning) Skidio for my job. You're videos are some of the best! Thanks!
Hi Billy. The extra weight on the Mavic Pro2 does it for me. More stability in stronger winds. I fly mostly in mountains. I love how the Mavic Pro 2 will automatically go into sports mode to power into strong winds. My opinion. I'll wait for the Mavic Pro 3. Do you think we will be able to use the smart controller for the new Mavic 3? Then you could only buy the drone. Take care.
The mavic mini works AMAZINGGG good at strong Wind I testet both (mavic mini 2 and m2p) and the mini did id very well!
(But the mavic 2 pro is still better)
BillK, thank you as always!! I love the Mavic Air2 with all my soul!! I even take it bed with me..lol My wife does not like it though
Same here bro!
Mavic 2 pro for me is still the best pro consumer level drone hands down.
The best, yes, but that cheaper price is very enticing for those deciding which drone to buy
@@billykyle yeah indeed. But those whose really into professional use. And really understands the specs and difference. The pros would still pay the price for mavic 2.
Kyle Smith I own the ma2 and completely agree with you... that adjustable aperture and the 1 inch sensor is far superior...20mp raw photos too.... just end up with so much more detail in the shot than my drone... still happy with my drone though it’s more than enough for sharing on social media platforms for sure 👌🏼
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This was a great in depth review! Also, that lululemon hoodie is the most comfortable thing ever. Good content!
Thanks! That hoodie is great😬
Hi Billy Kyle I got a Mavic air 2 , it’s really fun but I thought I was going to use it mapping . What do I need the connect to DroneDeploy?
Thanks for that great run down. I just bought the Air 2 for the very reasons you listed, I'm not using my drone for professional purposes but I do want a quality done. The Air 2 hits that sweet spot for me.
Thanks again.
Oh boy!! I've been waiting on this one....like a kid in a candy store here. I'll comment afterwards. I'm stoked to watch it!!
Thanks Keith! Always appreciate your comments ✊🏼
Another key difference I have just discovered.. you cannot (and will not be able in future to) do mapping with Mavic Air 2 - though automated waypoint flights. (Virtual sticks only) which is a significant distinction. If you just want a good fun video drone that's portable.. get the MA2.. if you want to do any mapping - get the M2Pro
Sweet... The air is in my budget and in the boxing ring with the pros... Love it... Thanks much
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I think another important differentiating feature of the Mavic Pro 2 that wasn’t mentioned is the 10bit color. This makes a huge difference in color grading, especially when your looking to retain detail in the shadows and keeping highlights in check.
Color quality always trumps resolution. It’s the reason the Alexa SXT with its 2k sensor is still used so often in feature films despite it not being 4k. You can upscale a beautiful 2K image that started with “high quality” pixels/color to 4k and have it look better than a 4k native image that crammed more pixels into a smaller sensor and shoots at a lower bit depth.
On the Mavic Pro 2 I’m fine shooting at 2.7k 10bit to get 60FPS. When upscaling to 4k it looks fantastic and you get the best of all worlds IMO.
This was the best comparison I've come across, thank you for it.
I have been putting this video off for soo long. I bought a mavic 2 zoom in March for my 18th birthday.
I'm a real estate photographer and image quality is very important. My Mavic Air does a great job, overall. I'd also like ocusync as the connection and distance with the Mavic Air sucks. AND I'd also like to see DJI offer the Mavic Air 2 with the Smart Controller as an option instead of having to buy both controllers even if you just want the Smart Controller. Hmmmmmmmm. Decisions, desicions.
Have this exact conflict between MA2 and MP2. At last I go for MA2 by virtue of it being latest design and that I'm not really use my drone for money anyway. I'm already quite happy with my former Mavic Mini. I go for MA2 simply for the Occusync.
I've just sold the M2P because I travel often so I need something lighter but still powerful! You forgot to mention that on the decision factor. But overall great video!
I’ve got to fly the mav air 2 but like you said as far as all the little tweaks and things I’m used to with my mavic 2 pro and the go app there’s just no way I’d be picking up the mavic air 2 for any reason. Love my mavic 2 pro! Not saying the air isn’t a good drone because it flies and handles like any of the mavics just solid and reliable! Both are great drones and serve different functions for different operators
Perfectly said👌🏼
Excellent job as always. The best really. I have the Mavic Air 2. It is my first drone. I am returning it on Monday for the Pro 2. I agree with everything you say here. The 10 Bit, 1 inch and the sensors are worth it to me alone not to mention the flexible Aperture. So I'm going for it. Thanks for helping me figure this out.
Thank you for pointing out the conundrum of a 1/2" sensor shooting 48mp images. It's also worth noting that the impression you have of better video quality (on the Mavic 2 Pro) is probably because of the sensor size. Despite all the fancy algorithms it's still hard to overcome Glass (lens) and Sensor Size. There's a reason pros still buy DSLR's (and Mirrorless cameras) over just using iPhones.
You hit the nail on the head👍🏼
Really good comparison. As a former M2P owner I think that it is like as not the superior drone but it may be overkill for most users not to mention because of its size there are some extra considerations especially if you’re in Europe as I am. It seems to me the Air 2 will suit the vast majority of us but I will have a more informed opinion once I get mine for the winter season.
As an owner of both drones I tend to fly the Mavic Air 2 more these days. And I pretty much agree with everything you said in this video. Both these drones are amazing, you really couldn’t go wrong with either one.
Great comparison video and enjoyed your thoughts. Oddly enough, I bought the Mavic Air 2 simply because I have the 2 Pro and needed another battery and wanted the Smart Controller. With batteries being $150 each and the Smart controller being $750, buying a Air 2 Fly More Combo w/Smart Controller package for $1400 started to make a LOT of sense for me. For just $500 more than the controller and battery, I have a killer second drone. My original Air has been fun to fly and good as a “just in case” backup...but the Air 2 is light years ahead of the original.
do both batteries work on each separate drone?
Without a doubt the Mavic 2 pro is a superior drone, having said that the Mavic air 2 is a great drone for the money.
I love my MA2. It suits me fine and the Fly app is easy to use. I imagine new updates will come along to make this an even better drone for its price. Very happy with the MA2!
MA2 owner here🤙
Got the Mavic Mini back in November and the Mavic Air 2 in May, and while I have a blast flying them both, I'm more confident with the MA2 and having the obstacle avoidance on it.
I'm a beginner and i bought the mavic 2 pro. Because of the hype around the mavic air 2 the mavic 2 pro was at discount price only being 100 dlls more than a mavic air 2.
i'm glad i got the 2 pro as the go 4 app has so many options and in my head i got a more drone for almost the same price
MA2 is an awesome flyer! Pictures are cool... so is video.... but it’s our love of flying is why we do this. This drone will give a skilled pilot confidence In flying due toTrust in the drones signal strength via ocusynk. An awesome flyer for the price point!!... “forget about it” (Al pachino Donnie brascoe voice)
Billy, I did not hear you say anything about the Mavic Air 2 "NOT" working with th DJI Goggles. That's a big deal with a lot of people.
Interesting. Maybe an upcoming feature? At the time it doesn’t work with the smart controller either despite the OccuSync 2.0 connection if I’m not mistaken
I don’t agree with the remote choice the big box is ok but l prefer to see the gage on the remote just in case the app crash, incoming calls, low phone battery, etc
Still flying the original Mavic Pro and it is great. Maybe wait for the Mavic 3 Pro to upgrade.
This video did it for me. The pro is better but does not justify the price difference. So im buying the MP2 for the same or cheaper than the MA2, i guess this deal is a no brainer
Wait till the Mavic 3 Series comes out! Release Date was leaked: it will be released on the 26th of September! There are even leaked teaser Image. They were leaked by DJI themselves, they accidently released them....
26th of September 2021? 🙂
Lots of information, very helpful video. Still havent brought Mavic 2Pro yet. Waiting for new drone from DJI so price of Mavic 2pro will drop. As I am interested in photography only I am not video guy
So Billy, what you're really saying is that we should wait for the Mavic Pro 3? 😉
That's what I've been wondering ever since I got the mavic mini a week before the air 2 came out. So disappointed but I pray won't make the same mistake with the 3... Just need to know if it's coming out soon.
@@mavrk.d I read a rumour that it should come end of September which would actually sense because the pro 1 and pro 2 have been both published either August or September.
@@karolykrausz5534 Thanks, I'm definitely gonna wait then.
@@mavrk.d Enjoy what you have now to it's maximum my friend... Don't worry much about what's about to come or not because it doesn't matter how bad ass would it be, eventually it'll become old as well...😊👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾 Have a great day! Greetings from Douglas, Arizona 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾🌵😷🇵🇷
@@Kana7782 Eventually in the near or far future, there will be a Mavic 3pro!.... So for now, I will continue enjoying my Mavic 2pro to its maximum!... The Mavic 3 will happen and I'll be ready to go for it!...
Would love to hear your opinion now with the air 2 updates. I believe the updates with digital zoom etc strengthens your point.
Great video, I have 2 Mavic Air 2s (wife has one) and they do everything I will ever do, the Pro for a money-making pilot is the way to go also!
Awesome that you two can fly together!
Bought a spark years ago. Still have it, love it, but want the better photo options. Picked up a refurbished pro 2 for a good price. Excited for a bigger, stronger drone with the option to shoot great vid and photos.
Just got the Mini recently. (My first drone) glad I did since it I've crashed it and it took the crashes like a champ. The MA2 is on my radar for an upgrade. Extra tracking features are a huge plus.
Great presentation, BK. I find nothing to disagree with or argue over any one particular point. Glad you hit on the 48 MP subject, though. It's an over-hyped feature, but is still technically 48MP.
Definitely the mavic air 2 the gap between the two has definitely lessened over time via subsequent firmware creating even more bang for the buck
THEN OF COURSE YOU HAVE THE EXCELLENT ERGONOMIC TREE OF THE NEW CONTROLLER THAT FEELS GREAT. LONGER STICKS I DON'T KNOW IF ANYONE NOTICED THAT FOR MORE PRECISION..
AND THE AWESOME BATTERY SIZE OF 240 MINUTES THAT WILL LAST FOR A LONG TIME WAIT LONGER THAN THE OLD CONTROLLER AND CHARGE YOUR PHONE WITH NO PROBLEM..
i prefer absolutely the Mavic 2 Pro! you too?? regards from germany
Variable aperture needs to be addressed in these videos. Not having it pretty much makes it useless when shooting video in areas where exposure changes. Like in the dark side of a real estate shoot, or if a cloud goes over the sun.
I come from the phantom series.
Pretty accurate comparison. I got the Mavic Air 2 recently and while I do like it a lot - I really do miss some of the pro features that are on the Mavic 2 Pro. But if you only had $1K to spend like I did, the Mavic Air 2 is a solid choice.
Without a doubt👍🏼
This decision has been weighing on me for a bit. Thanks Billy!
So.. What is the verdict?
I think overall, the Mavic 2 pro wins. 10 bit vs ma2 8 bit. Go4 app and all the user availability just makes the Mavic 2 pro better in my opinion
The Sony 'IMX586 stacked CMOS image sensor' is actually 48 Mpix. The bayer filter is 2x2 to combine 4 pixels for low light etc.
Google it, it is interesting and easy to understand. Sony lead this tech.
[The Pro 2 with the 20Mpix 1 inch sensor is still the better choice for stills work because of its larger sensor size. The more sensor area, the more light that is gathered. ]
I recently went with the "Air 2" for my first real drone. As a photographer, I really had my heart set on the Pro 2, but the price tag was a bit much when I saw what I would get with the A2. I really have not even had time to really use it to any real extent, but I am really impressed with what I've experienced so far. I also thought that I would wait to see what the next "Pro" Mavic might be like! But, according to your price theory, it sounds like it will be pretty dang pricy! The heat here in north Florida kinda limits flying to mornings and evenings which is what you want of course, but it would be nice to be able to practice during the day.
Great video, I have to agree with pretty much all that you said, although I have never flown the Mavic 2 Pro.
Do you think DJI might make a Mavic in the future with all these cameras on one gimbal?
Your AWSOME dude. Keep up the great work and thank you. I know what which one I’m getting my son in law for Christmas 👍🏽
I'm a user(not a good photographer), who wants from my new drone is 1. great "signal-length-quality"(no dropouts, the drone should return, else money gonna go waste!). 2. A great picture/video quality right out the camera at-least all-time night day, sunrise, sunshine, low light (not a pro! don't know post-image processing), 3. reliable in terms of battery life, 4. great at tracking objects autonomously(once objects are highlighted), and 5. big yes to night time videography. 6. permitted to fly freely anywhere, I like that comment in your video haha.! which drone would you recommend current in the market within 2K-2.5K range before nov 2020?
Am' I sorry if I'm asking a lot from a drone, but anything that most closely fits above would be awesome!
I researched on Evo2pro6k, mavic2pro, mavicair2, skydiorR2, simply wait 2 months(or any other drone I might missed with considering?) to get a new lineup?
I have all 3 drones each one serves a different purpose for me
Me too😆
Could you both, please, describe the various purposes for us? This would be nice!
@@billykyle Could you both, please, describe the various purposes for us? This would be nice!
I recently purchased the air 2 because the image is dramatically sharper. To the average person, sharpness is all that really matters in regards to aerials.
This is all true, but DJI is also considering product lifecycles and what you're going to upgrade to. The mavic air 2 might push a mavic 2 pro user to buy a mavic 3. A mavic pro user will definitely buy a mavic air 2. Someone that bought a mini doesn't need a new drone yet.
OK, but the Mavic Air 2 does not shoot 48 mp raw pictures, and it is raw pictures that photographers want and not jpegs. So for e.g. landscape photography, or anything that is going to be sold in a high quality frame, you want the Mavic 2 Pro any day for the 20mp raw photos (vs 12 on the Air 2).
Great video. I find it interesting that looking at certain things from a different perspective you still arrive at the same conclusion as I did in my comparison video. Two things I would add. The air sense is only installed on US sold drones. You didn't mention the Focus Track. I think this is an absolute killer feature. Take care!
I heard the Mavic Air 2 doesn't have the ability to adjust flight control input rates and sensitivities and gimbal up/down rates, like the M2P has. That would be something good to talk about. I use custom yaw and gimbal settings for my M2Ps. And mentioning if the MA2 has a camera with a global shutter or not, so all the people mapping will know if it may be a good candidate.
i like the air 2 very much because of the fiexd focus always sharp pictures, if you make mistake with manual focus on the mavic pro2 you got blurry pictures so not always a good picture.
Thanks for the GREAT VIDEO!! I was trying to decide which to buy. I don't fly VERY often. I think I've decided to go with the Air 2. I already have
3- Vision 2plus
2 - 3 Standard
1- Mavic Air
Thanks again.
Got the MA2 last month, it's my very first drone. I am a Realtor and I plan on using it to do my own photography down the road, and I think it will work just fine for me. I'm sure the 2 Pro is a good drone but it's specs didn't win me over at the price point
I bought used mavic 2 pro, so price is not an issue
Thanks great job!! You gave me the info I needed to make my decision. As a pro photographer/cinematographer I will go with the pro version. If I was just flying for fun and wanted some really good shots and fun flying the pro version is not worth the extra bucks.
I just baught a inspire 1 with 2 batteries for 450 euro and with the arm mechanism broken which will cost 120 euro to repair. Did I do the right choice?
I guess this was before the mavic air 2 had the major update.. Now you can adjust a lot of settings you couldn't before. I have the Evo2 and the Mavic Air 2 and I am extremely happy with both drones. They fly very similar but the Autel evo seems to have a more solid connection. I got about 7 ✈ airplane warnings when I flew the Mavic air 2 in Pittsburgh at point of view park. I do like that Airsense for safety. I do agree it would be helpful to be updated to reveal some more information about a planes height when approaching. If its at 30000ft high why even think about it right? Anyway, Autel Evo 2 Pro and Mavic Air 2 i believe are 2020s best 2 drones. Im just a hobbyist for now but studying to get a 107 RFC for basic real-estate aerial photography. I like that the Air 2 shoots 4k60, you can do zoom tracking from far away, shoots slow motion at 1080p 120fps.. I also love the at you can hold the function button now and zoom with the gimbal wheel. I love that the Air 2s camera can look left and right when dragging your finger on the screen back and forth while traveling foward or backward still. The Air 2 is the perfect travel companion type drone. The Evo 2 is awesome but feel it is more geared toward business, The air 2 will be my recreational drone mostly and sometimes for certain projects. The Evo2 is hard to beat but this Mavic Air 2 doesn't disappoint in the slightest. I say if you can afford the Air 2 and another more expensive one as well...Then go for it. If used for work they will pay for themselves. Maybe even a tax write off.. Happy flying everyone, be safe and have fun.
Ok this is it, I wish I didn't have a drone at all...so i would buy the Mavic Air 2 , but I have already the Mavic 2 Pro , so it doesn't make sense for me to get the mavic Air 2. right or wrong ??????
Mavic Air 2 is a slight upgrade in certain categories, but it’s not enough of an upgrade over the Pro to buy a full second drone that does very similar things
I don’t know which one to get, this is so confusing lol
I feel the exaccct same way, I literally got both to try out... Will have to return one.
For people shooting mostly video, the M2P is far superior. If you could control the aperture on the MA2 it would have made the drone soo much better
Bill any idea when mavic 3 pro releases??
MA2 all the way. Thanks for the videos. I enjoyed both of these back to back videos as well as all the other ones that you have made.
I got the Mavic air 2 fly more Combo. I did research many website and youtube Everyone saids the best drone out there the Mavic air 2 and Yes super smooth and fast i love it hight recommend to any one and the price it's really good.
Had the MA2 for a month now flys perfect so smooth But you are right the go for app has more features such as gimbal pitch an access control rumor is they’re working on a Mavic 3 pro should be released September It seems like with DJI as soon as you buy a drone within six months there’s a drone lol
Does Mavic air 2 have sensors on all sides? I mean will it gaurd against hitting any object? That's one big drawback of drones it can hit a branch fall in river and all $800 washed away.
I own mavic 2 pro and very satisfied with the hasselblad big sensor. If I want other utility than drone camera, i would fly racing drone
Dude thank you! I’m between both of these drones right now. Going to pick one up second hand, and have been racking my brain which one to go with. Going to be using it work real estate, work security purposes, and other aerial photography. Thinking the MAVIC Pro 2. I won’t have any problems connecting to the app because I bought it pre-owned... right?
Not a hard decision for me. I have a Mavic 2 Pro - so thats the one I like. Ha. I started off with it and I love it. I have the mini also and that is great just to have for every day use.
Billy, still a great review. If I had deeper pockets I’d buy the MP2 just to have the Variable Aperture. Still, I’m happy with my Air 2. AirSense worked great yesterday and alerted me to take cautionary measures. Happy Flying🚁👍👍
I have an question, coulnd't find it online. My 1st drone the mavic pro 2. In the quickshots (in for example "circle or point of interest") I was able to change the radius.hight, gimball and altitude. Do the air 2 or the mini 2 have the same options?
Fantastic, thorough review. Close to upgrading from P4 Pro so good to have a difficult decision between both options.
Watch out, the air 2 doesn't have variable aperture so every time the exposure changes, you have to change nd filters. I'm surprised this is not talked about. I have the p4p, and had some issues so bought the air 2 and the air just doesn't work for video.
Great videos!! I'm really looking at getting one and trying to figure out which one I want. I have never flown drones just planes. Your videos are really helping me figure out which one would fit me best. Thanks
I also flew planes in the past. Drones are child’s play for a RBC plane pilot. Love drones. Soooo much more relaxing. Enjoy
I picked the Air 2 over 2 Pro, saving a kilobuck and getting the newer technology. (I bought the flymore, so it was a kilosamoleon.)
If I have mavic 2 pro already should I by mavic air? Or you think it’s a waste of money. I’m only a hobbyist. At one time I had all dji drones and just felt it was a waste and sold them all and bought mavic 2 pro but I’m getting that itch again. Lol 😂 maybe I should buy mavic mini for house and stuff as that isn’t close to the other 2. Give me your opinion.
MA2 is certainly the best travel companion. The only problem is that there is nowhere to travel to now
I still prefer the small controller. the big controller is like carrying a second drone. meaning more room in my bag to take up.
What are your thoughts about that DJI smart controller. I love mine for how it works with the Mavic two pro. I can’t wait till DJI gets The Mavic air two to be compatible with a smart controller as well. In bright sunlight it’s a real challenge to see the screen on most smart phones.
Can anyone advise me please! I’m so torn between these two but the main purpose I want one for is photographing the whales when they come along the east coast of Australia? So I’ll be over the sea most of the time. Any help would be great. I’m leaning towards the air 2 as it’s $1000 cheaper (AUD)
Have the mini. Wanting to upgrade. Still not sure which one
Chill! Breath!
AS FOR THE CAMERAS I'VE WENT OVER THIS LOTS OF TIMES BUT I'LL SAY IT AGAIN.
THE DIFFERENCE DOESN'T MATTER TO THE PEOPLE WHO ARE WATCHING YOUR VIDEOS!!
if you're not pointing out the differences nobody can tell they both have beautiful cameras and if you're good you can get the same results pre and post production..
People put too much stock into specifications and they forget what really matters and who's watching these videos and seeing the pictures..
Some people might even prefer the MAVIC AIR 2 pictures.
People forgettaking pictures and videos is kind of like someone painting a picture of art. What type of art do you like... WHAT DOES YOUR EYES LIKE TO SEE. SOME PEOPLE MAY PREFER THE ORIGINAL MAVIC PRO PICTURES WHO KNOW NOTHING ABOUT CAMERAS..
Art is very personal..
So all of someone's efforts using the best cameras may not mean anything..
The bottom line is who appreciates the art that you do.. what do they like. It's not what you like it's what they like..
and like I said just like most people don't notice a difference between 1080P and 4K nobody is going to notice the tiny little difference between the mavic 2 pro in the mavic Air 2!!
I mean the AB tests have been proven over and over again.. most professional photographers could not even tell the difference..
The bottom line is if you're good pre and post production as I've stated..
In my opinion you've got to be crazy to waste double the money for the MAVIC 2 PRO WHEN YOU GET A BUNCH OF BETTER FEATURES ON THE MAVIC AIR 2 FOR HALF THE PRICE.
I mean the HDR is so good sometimes you don't even have to put it in post-production coloring!!
The APASS, follow me mode seem to be much better than the mavic 2 pro even with their extra side and top sensors.. it's all over CZcams..
And there's even more!!
Bruh. I am ocnvinced to buy Mavic Air 2 but, you are a good rapper.
Which Drone is better for both photos and videos?
Totally random comment. Watching the video from the drones I was like “man that looks a lot like the Delaware near Philly... “ then you flashed the bridge and a picture of the map and ... yup... right in my neck of the woods 😂
I thought the same thing
When is the mavic pro 3 coming. That’s what I’m waiting for.
Who knows🤷🏻♂️
Billy Kyle I saw stuff saying they leak stats on it … 🤷🏼♂️ I ready was the smart controller ether way. Sick of using my phone.
I saw something about September 2020 on the internet somewhere
No way I'd pay for a Pro 2 vs the MA2 for how most folks use these. The Zoom on the other hand is a neat feature that I would like.
than i guess even mini would be enough for you.. otherwise, everyone that try both of them will tell you, how any why m2p is better. well, it was explained in video, just take a look on sample photo and video. you do'nt have to be pro to see a difference. bigger sensor, bigger price sticker, same with photo cameras etc,
Hi Billy, very very good review and was interesting to listen to your point of view on these. I feel i am just not sold on the MA2 compared to my M2P. Although from a CZcamsr point of view i definetly missed the ship on this one as so many other drone channels who bought it and title their videos with Mavic Air 2 have grown so much and im left in the dust. Such a shame. But again nice video. Andy