DJI Smart Controller - Full In-Depth Review
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- čas přidán 1. 06. 2024
- In this video I review the DJI Smart Controller and give you the full in-depth review.
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Intro
01:01 - Unboxing & quick overview
03:38 - First flight & impressions
05:17 - Hardware review
12:31 - Software review
13:01 - Apps overview
16:22 - Conclusion
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Im planning to buy this controller. Thanks for explaining
Great review. Covers so much more than others review of the smart controller. Much better and more in-depth than other reviews on the product! First-class!!
Really awesome to hear this, I appreciate it! Thank you for watching and I'm glad you've enjoyed! If you decide to order anything DJI, feel free to use one of my links in the description since it helps my work a lot! :)
Good review 👍
Dude great review, I've been watching SC videos all day and this is by far the best. Keep up the good work!
Thanks a lot, I appreciate your comment! If you decide to buy the Smart Controller, feel free to use my link in the description to help out my work! :)
You did a great job on this review. It was very thorough, with good graphics, video, and sound. Keep up the good work. Marc T.
Thank you for your very kind comment! Yes, I try to make sure to be as thorough as possible when reviewing products!
Really Great Review! Thank You!
Glad you like it!
Wow! Amazing video and in-depth review. Thank you for that. When I order my Mavic 2 I will definitely order the smart controller with it.
Great to hear that! I'm glad my review helped! If you want, make sure to order both the Mavic and the Contoller through my link in the description of the video, it helps my work a lot! :)
Thank you for a good, comprehensive and well-balanced review!
Thank you for your kind comment!
I got this, and was so excited!
Then I turned it on...
It worked fine, except the video feed is grey.
After rebooting several times, it started working, but started grey screening intermittently.
After 2 hours chatting with customer support, I have to send it and the Mavic 2 Pro back to be diagnosed...
The short time I had it, I loved it! And know I'll enjoy it when I get it back.
In the mean time, I'll just have to keep watching videos like this, LOL!
Ah man, that’s unfortunate! Nevertheless you’ll enjoy it when it arrives! :D
@@Karlo_m I know I will, thanks!
Good job!
Great review! I didn't know that it had the ability to screen cast-- no one else had mentioned that in a review. That's handy when you don't want to be tethered over HDMI. But I will probably be using the HDMI output when a producer/ director needs to view now, since I'll have the option now. DJI finally has it in stock. My phone was overheating on my last job, and I've been needing this. I totally would have used your link to support you, but I went ahead and bought it while I had your video paused at the beginning. Thanks for the hard work you put into this thorough review!!
Thanks for your comment! Yup, I really wanted to make sure I find and mention some of the things other people didn’t in their reviews. I hope you’ll have fun with your new controller, it’s really hard to go back to your phone once you use it for a few days. If someone you know is in the market for buying the controller, make sure to send them my link! :D
thank you for this great review : what about the glossy screen , does it represent an issue regarding glare & shadows , if yes : is there a protection film MATT could be set on as solution ?
I am looking for more details about the smart controller, Karlo has been terrific, but I would like more advance options on it, like getting rid of Moire and Judder or studder when panning.
I have a question:) You know the files (photos and videos) stored on the SD card inside the Smart Controller. Is it right they are ONLY for viewing on the SC and they can't be loaded onto a computer? ie they are sort of 'image' files and the 'real' files have to been taken off the Drones SD. Thanks in advance.
Really good video. Thanks.
One thing I am not understanding. Can I stream the drone video footage live to the sd on smart controller? ( which would be great) Or only can record video to drones sd then I need to take it out and insert it to smart controller to view footage. (Which is also very good because I cut do that on a iPhone)
Hi Karlo.
I must make a choice between the smart controler and the crystalsky monitor.
Can you give me advise?.
Thanks in advance.
Have you notice at all if this has less transmission signal as the original controller you use with a smart phone? Some people are saying they can’t fly as far with the Smart Controller as you can with the original controller? Thoughts? Thx
Great job explaining the smart controller! How do I find my smart TVies in the Cast setting?
Thanks
how do you know how far you can fly with the smart controller before it loses connection? is there a warning somewhere or you just fly til it says lost connection return home?
I would get one of these in a heart beat if it could be retro fitted to work on my Inspire 1. I know old drone, just get a new one, but I like it and it still flies wonderfully.
Have you tried using a network adapter in the USB port to get 4g while flying?
Yeah I was skeptical, too, but, after complaining about my phone use, lack of visibility in the sun etc., I bought it with my MA2 purchase bundle and I’m happier
Great video! Can you record on the remote and not have a card in the drone?
What format does the thumb drive need to be to transfer files. I just received my smart controller last week.
I have it formatted NTFS. I can copy or move pictures on it without a problem. When I plug it into my Windows 10 computer
it tells me there is an error on the drive. When I scan the thumb drive it reports back that there are no errors.
Any suggestions?
Lol 😂 great info 🤙👏👏👏👏
incredible and insightful. wow. I have been researching controllers and crystal sky. DJI is not pro android, Which controller to use? Battery life has always been my number 1 concern along with some other minor issues. Plus those additional bonus apps and cell phone. I will buy when I buy my Mavic 2 or 3. thank you very much. Job well done
Thank you very much for you supportive comment. Make sure to remember to use my affiliate link in the description when you decide to buy your drone and/or controller!! :)
Setting the "Return to Home" point with the DJI Smart controller is restricted to the launch point only. Which is a huge problem if you want to launch your drone from, say, a moving boat! I can't understand why DJI left this feature off. I often set my RTH point to the actual hand set because it allows me to move location and still bring my drone back to me.
DJI has stopped making the Smart controllers for the Mavic 2 line.... Mine is only 3 years old. I hope they will start making them again.
Does the controller use the newer DJI Fly app now?
Can the HDMI out send a clean signal. (Without all the on screen data)
Where do i get the bag for mavic 2 and smart controller?
How do you set up screen record. I’d like to have this feature on when using mine as well. Thx
Drag down the drop menu. Taking your finger at the top edge of the screen and drag down. A drop menu will appear and select Record.
I just bought the controller because it is now compatible with my Mini 2 and I can HDMI output to my goggles! WooHoo!!!
Looks like a great controller. Love that a a Mavic 2 Zoom! Hey, you said the brightness was too much whilst flying at night then later you indicated that the screen brightness can be turned down and adjusted. Is it just so bright even when at its lowest setting? Rather too bright than not enough.
No, I said that the LCD screen from the original controller that comes with the Mavic is too bright at night. The Smart Controller can be turned down a lot so it doesn’t bother the eyes at all! I unfortunately didn’t get a chance to film the comparison at night.
The screen from the Smart Controller can get really bright at day (like in the video) and really dim at night!
If you’re interested in buying the controller, feel free to use my link in the description since it helps my work a lot! :)
Will do. I’ve got a Phantom 4 and a S900 with Lightbridge 2 so not really in need of another drone just yet. Waiting to see what DJI May bring out soon. Whatever it is I’m hoping it’s compatible with this controller.
It should be compatible! There are rumors that DJI will release some sort of a “Mavic Mini”, a successor to Air and Zoom. And the controller should be compatible!
In some reviews ive seen.. it has a latency depending on the resolution you are recording. Do you experience that latency when recording in a specific resolution?
Hi! I didn’t notice anything to be honest. I never heard about this issue. I would’ve tested it specifically but the controller worked very reliably every time. I has less input lag than on the original controller.
I just bought this unit and was missing the USB charger.. is that normal now.
I want to ask for help remotely my dji mavic2 pro controller can't load because the memory is full
i istalled Google eart (apk) but i cant log in my account. How can i do? Or How to orijinal map log in?
What is the "Joystick" knob there by the right side stick for?
It is used for various different settings. It can be adjustable in the menus. You can change the f/stop, shutter speed, ISO, etc.
Is there anyway to transfer copy’s of video footage and camera pics to my iPhone from the smart controller? Thx
Drag down the drop menu. Taking your finger at the top edge of the screen and drag down. A drop menu will appear and select Go-Share. Follow the directions. Using the DJI GO 4 app on your phone you will scan the QR Code on the SC and be prompted to do the rest.
Tracey Cartright I’ve tried that and when I click on the go share on my iPhone the scanner window is just flickering as a black screen, can’t see the QR code in the scanning screen. I’m not sure why this isn’t working for me. Is this only android based maybe? Thx
Maybe I do use an Android phone. I will try my work IPhone tonight.
11/2020 No more web browser on the Smart Controller as per DJI Support.... ;.) Nice tutorial, thanks for posting.
Thanks for letting me know! That’s unfortunate that they removed it. Thank you for watching! :)
The great news is that this controller is now compatible with the Mavic Mini 2!
I have to Modify that samrt remote control now is he flight more then 7 miles one way flight on a 31 minute batteries 🔋
What modifications did you make to improve the range?
it is to small. I prefer the Autel or Yuneec smart controller. and would like the abillity to mount it on a tripod since I fly 6 battery missions with my drone.
What about the audio function?
Does this Smart Controller have RETURN to HOME button thanks
yes it has all features but better than original controller.
As someone already said, yes it does! :)
Why a do not have the flight Recording on mij smartcontroller
Hoi. Heb je dit probleem opgelost?
Forgot to cover one thing that no one else has covered in their videos......what the heck are the two holes on the bottom of the smart controller? They seem to be threaded?
Hi! I’ve mentioned them actually! They are for a neck strap. They are indeed threaded and are there so that you can hang the controller around your neck! Quite handy
@@Karlo_m My apologies, I must have missed it. Do you have a recommendation on a good neck strap that is compatible? I just got my Mavic 2 Pro. Thanks for your videos!
watched this on the dji smart controller 🤣
Would be nice to know if the two threaded holes on the bottom edge can be used to connect the controller to a camera neck strap, that way if you need to do something such as take a call you can lower the controller while attached to the neck strap instead of placing the controller on the ground, also this would reduce the chance that you drop the controller and damage it.
Yes, this is the way I use it.
For $750 they should give a much bigger screen size
I understand where you're coming from, but there's always a trade-off between the screen size and brightness. For me, this size worked great. You also have to keep in mind that it's still a controller, meaning, you need to be able to easily hold it in your hands. Bigger screen would probably make that a bit harder.
charging while operating is key
Yup! It is truly handy! :D
Good work, Karlo. But it would be better if you didn't "shout" like a military instructor -- just talk.
Dont know about your area but FAA rules do not allow for flying at night in controlled airspace without getting a waiver, but as far as the screen brightness it can be dimmed
In my country it is allowed so the screen dimming comes in really handy!
Hope I didn’t come off as a know it all, I didnt realize you were not in the U.S.
Here in the U.S. the FAA is pretty strict, if you fly commercially you have to have a part 107 pilots license and legal flying time starts at 30 min before sunrise and ends at 30 min after sunset.
But even then the light is low enough that the screen is too bright so I run my screen brightness at 40%
I'm not bashing you because I saw your response.....but I feel like there needs to be a corollary to Godwin's Law relating to any CZcams video, forum post, comment or Tweet relating to drone related matter before someone mentions FAA laws (right or wrong). I don't think I can find a single example of a long thread or comment chain without someone mentioning a rule or law. It is totally bizarre behavior to me.
Parker Harrington it may be bizarre to you but that’s on you. but it’s called education on the law that in some cases people are ignorant of. In this case in this guys country it’s not illegal to fly at night in my country it is. without a specific waver from the FAA which unless you are law enforcement doing search and rescue or pursuit of criminal activities is next to impossible to get. I make my living flying drones, I am FAA licensed and certified and it galls me when I see people on CZcams breaking the laws. Some people honestly don’t know the laws some do and still ignore them. The general Public perception on drones is low at best due to rude and careless unlicensed done use and on more occasions than I care to think about I have had to deal with some John Q. Public that comes up to me cussing me out telling me I’m not allowed to fly where I am and wasting my time by calling the police when I am not breaking any laws. So when ever I see someone on CZcams that’s not following the laws, rules and regulations and even putting the public in danger I will call them out.
@@Danny_Harris-Arts I am "FAA licensed" and "certified" too. I also fly for a living. I understand some people are ignorant of laws. But the point is, REGARDLESS of content, regardless of ANYTHING, if you want long enough on a comment thread, like Godwin's Law and Hitler, there will always be a comment about an FAA rule or regulation. It is great that a lot of people help police others and educate them, but it baffles me that literally every thread/post/video about drones anywhere in the world, and there is often an FAA comment. That's all.
What is apk?
It stands for Android application package. It is basically an install file which you don't download from the Google Play Store, but from the internet.
It was lent to you by DJI? Do you mean you bought it and plan to return it? haha
Haha, no. It was sent to me by DJI and I could have it for two months to make a review, then I had to send it back!
Hey all, I want to see what you think of this discovery of mine regarding the Smart Controller. After a couple days reading I know why “Google” ain’t on it. I hope Dji don’t get mad because these Mavic 2’s are a great product. I don’t hear to much bad things about them. At this point in time, there is some business BS goin’ down, even involving governments. My view about that is all a bunch of horse hockey! Prior to all this import molarkey Dji was happy, and the Smart Controller was released. Enter 2019 and everyone is pointing fingers. Seems the Smart Controller carries chips Google don’t like. Rooting, and bootloader unlocking won’t work, unless you have other reasons. It’s at the hardware level it seems. None the less these chips are some of the best China makes. Just unpopular in the US amongst corporations. It’s not illegal to own or even buy products of companies haggling it out with the US. Companies like Google are US based. China kicked out Google, so Google won’t go on our Smart Controllers. But Opera will!! Opera is fast!! The Huawei App Gallery installs and there are a lot of Drone flight sims!! There isn’t any drone apps like Kittyhawk, or Air Map, though our Canadian friends uses actual paper pilot maps with their commercial drone licenses. Yea you can get Google at Amazon App store, just ain’t the same. So China and Google are still mad at each other. In the meantime we have drones, some of us want the apps we use on our Google happy devices. Which opens up a realm of opportunity for app writers and creators for another platform of Android. Hopefully won’t be too long now. Sorry if I crossed any lines Dji. You have a great product, and we spent a lot of cash on these drone outfits to prove it. C’mon computer geek/ drone pilots, get ta workin’ please. Isn’t that the how and why Linux got started? Besides the US never said they could not support their products in this ban. However Chinese companies might not be able to say anything either. $3k ain’t crap to Google, but it is to me, as it is you all who made the investment. If I can’t have Google, I have to find something. Wasn’t easy convincing her to let me part with $700 for a fancy controller. I had to show her how fancy it is too. Though I see a huge potential in the Smart Controller, for UAV Pilots, and Android app developers. Gotta git that Sony PSVR series 2 to work with the controller!!! Could be a way to get the kids outside more. I miss my tv remote and couch too. Could be a win win for parents!
“A drone and a PSVR, Only on Dji!! Fly responsibly...”
First shot shows aerials in the wrong position ...
I like all the information you share but you read it like an elementary student.
you assume everybody is already an expert with the old controller. This is useless to me.
Too bad it's 700$
Booo, you really think this is a "in-depth" review? No cons only pros?😂
There are literally no cons. The controller does exactly the thing it’s supposed to do. The only con could be the price, although in my opinion it’s worth the price. And the review is much more in-depth than some other reviews you can find on youtube, published by much bigger channels than me.
@@Karlo_m czcams.com/video/TZjymjtMOGk/video.html range/GPS/App Crash etc... Anyway, keep up the good work!
Thanks a lot! :)
@@MicmiC901 That video is from January. Apparently they've made a lot of improvements to the firmware since then. I just received mine and I'm hoping it all works great.
Came back here for a reminder of the screen cast location in the menu and just wanted to note that since I saw this comment, in case it helps, Michael.