Mavic mini drone: Mavic Mini – Download Center
Mavic Mini – Download Center
Mavic Mini
Weighing just 249 grams, Mavic Mini offers a 30-minute flight time, 4km HD video transmission, and a 3-axis gimbal with 2.7K camera
Apps
DJI Fly
The DJI Fly app interface was designed to be simplified and ultra-intuitive. Compatible for DJI Mavic 3 Pro, DJI Mini 2 SE, DJI Mini 3, DJI Mavic 3 Classic, DJI Avata, DJI Mini 3 Pro, DJI Mavic 3, DJI Mini SE, DJI Air 2S, DJI FPV, DJI Mini 2, Mavic Air 2, Mavic Mini.
V 1.10.1
Requires iOS 11.0 or above.
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iOS V 1.10.1
Requires iOS 11.0 or above.
Compatible with:
iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11
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V 1.10.1
Requires Android 7.0 or above.
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Android V 1. 10.1
Requires Android 7.0 or above.
Compatible with:
Samsung Galaxy S21,Samsung Galaxy S20,Samsung Galaxy S10+,Samsung Galaxy S10,Samsung Galaxy Note20,Samsung Galaxy Note10+ ,Samsung Galaxy Note9,HUAWEI Mate40 Pro,HUAWEI Mate30 Pro,HUAWEI P40 Pro,HUAWEI P30 Pro,HUAWEI P30,Honor 50 Pro,Mi 11,Mi 10,Mi MIX 4,Redmi Note 10,OPPO Find X3,OPPO Reno 4,vivo NEX 3,OnePlus 9 Pro,OnePlus 9,Pixel 6,Pixel 4,Pixel 3 XL
DJI Store
The DJI Store app lets you effortlessly shop for DJI products and enjoy exclusive discounts.
v5.3.0
Requires iOS 12.0 or above
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iOS v5.3.0
Requires iOS 12.0 or above
Compatible with:
iPhone 14 Pro Max、iPhone 14 Pro、iPhone 14、iPhone 13 Pro Max、iPhone 13 Pro、iPhone 13、iPhone 12 Pro Max、iPhone 12 Pro、iPhone 12、iPhone 11 Pro max、iPhone 11 Pro、iPhone 11、iPhone SE 2020、iPhone XS max、iPhone XS、iPhone XR、iPhone X、iPhone 8 Plus、iPhone 8.
v5.3.0
Requires Android 7.0 or above
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Android v5. 3.0
Requires Android 7.0 or above
Compatible with:
Samsung Galaxy S21,Samsung Galaxy S20,Samsung Galaxy S10+,Samsung Galaxy S10,Samsung Galaxy Note20,Samsung Galaxy Note10+ ,Samsung Galaxy Note9,HUAWEI Mate40 Pro,HUAWEI Mate30 Pro,HUAWEI P40 Pro,HUAWEI P30 Pro,HUAWEI P30,Honor 50 Pro,Mi 11,Mi 10,Mi MIX 4,Redmi Note 10,OPPO Find X3,OPPO Reno 4,vivo NEX 3,OnePlus 9 Pro,OnePlus 9,Pixel 6,Pixel 4,Pixel 3 XL
*Support for additional devices available as testing and development continues.
Manuals
- Mavic Mini – Quick Start Guide v1.02019-10-30
- Mavic Mini – In the Box 2019-10-30
- Mavic Mini Fly More Combo In The Box 2019-10-30
- Mavic Mini – Disclaimer and Safety Guidelines v1.02019-10-30
- Mavic Mini Two-Way Charging Hub User Guide v1.02019-11-11
- Mavic Mini Propellers User Guide v1.02019-11-11
- Mavic Mini 360° Propeller Guard User Guide v1.02019-11-11
- Mavic Mini – User Manual v1.22021-05-31
- Mavic Mini – Release Notes 2021-11-29
- Mavic Mini – User Manual (Portuguese) v1. 22021-05-31
- Mavic Mini – User Manual (Dutch) v1.22021-05-31
Software
DJI Assistant 2 For Mavic
Compatible with Mavic.DJI Assistant 2 is not currently compatible with macOS version 11 or later. This issue will be resolved in a future update.
Software
Mac V2.0.14
2020-08-05
Windows V2.0.14
2020-08-05
Documents
- DJI Assistant 2 For Mavic Release Notes V2.0.142020-08-05
DJI Mavic Mini review | TechRadar
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The Mavic Mini is still a fine drone if you don’t need 4K video
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TechRadar Verdict
If you don’t need to shoot 4K video, the Mavic Mini remains one of the best beginner-friendly drones you can buy. It’s since been succeeded by the 4K-shooting DJI Mini 2, but the Mavic Mini otherwise offers a very competitive blend of portability, image quality, price and convenience. It weighs no more than five golf balls, lasts a solid 30 minutes in the air, and fits into a large jacket pocket when folded down. Only that lack of 4K video and object-tracking powers show its age.
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Pros
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Smart, collapsible design
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Incredibly stable video capture
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Impressive battery life
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When the DJI Mavic Mini arrived in October 2019, it was pretty unique – a sub-250g drone that actually packed a decent, 2.7K camera and combined that with DJI’s useful autonomous flying modes.
It’s since been succeeded by the DJI Mini 2, which can shoot 4K video. But that doesn’t mean the Mavic Mini isn’t worth considering. It remains considerably cheaper than the Mini 2, and if you’re happy shooting 2.7K/1080p video, it remains one of the best beginner drones you can buy.
One of the big selling points of the DJI Mavic Mini when it arrived was its 249g weight, which meant it narrowly avoided the need to be registered with many civil aviation authorities. That’s no longer the case in some countries, like the UK, which have since updated their registration requirements to include all drones with a camera.
Still, it’s currently true that you don’t need to register the Mavic Mini in the US and Canada, and the drone itself is still a compelling option for those who are just starting out, but aren’t quite ready to spend bigger bucks on a higher-end model like the new DJI Air 2S.
- DJI Mavic Mini at Walmart for $369.99
Alongside its exemption from the need to be registered in some countries, the Mavic Mini has other benefits over rivals like the Parrot Anafi. The Mini features three-axis mechanical stabilization (the Anafi has two – its ‘third’ axis is electronic stabilization), and includes handy features like a hot-swappable microSD card slot. It also has a better battery life than the Anafi, with a quoted flight time of 30 minutes.
The Mavic Mini isn’t without its shortcomings, though. Video capture caps out at 2.7K resolution with a frame rate of 30fps, which will leave some videographers who need 4K footage, or the option to slow things down at 2.7K, looking elsewhere. It also lacks the incredibly handy object-tracking and avoidance smarts that its larger DJI siblings feature.
That said, it’s also worth pointing out that the DJI Mini 2 also lacks these features, which tend to be found on higher-end models like the DJI Mavic Air 2 and DJI Air 2S. So if you’re looking for a small, travel-friendly drone that can shoot high-quality 1080p video, then the Mavic Mini could well be worth considering over its newer sibling.
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DJI Mavic Mini release date and price
The DJI Mavic Mini is available to buy right now in two versions: there’s the base package (drone, battery, controller) or the Fly More Combo, which also includes a two-way charging hub that can double up as a power bank, a 360-degree propellor guard, and two extra batteries.
The base drone costs $399 / £369 / AU$599, while the Fly More Combo is $499/ £459 / AU$799. If you ask us, the Fly More Combo is worth the extra cost for the additional batteries alone, offering you around 90 minutes of flight time in total. For new drone fliers or indoor pilots, the safety guards are also priceless.
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Just like its larger Mavic siblings, the Mavic Mini is collapsible, with arms that unfurl to transform it in a couple of spring-loaded maneuvers.
When it comes to looks, this is a DJI product through and through. The color scheme is gray and dark gray, just like the DJI Osmo Action and DJI OM 4, and its front is adorned with a pair of ‘eyes’, nuzzled under a flat, beveled, angry-looking top-side. It’s still one of the better-looking drones we’ve seen.
On the front of the Mavic Mini is the 3-axis stabilized camera. Out of the box, it’s shielded by a camera guard, which is removable when you come to fly it. On the back are an exposed microSD card slot, and a micro USB port for charging. Above these is the battery flap. Compared to the Parrot Anafi, whose SD card slot is tucked away under the battery, DJI’s design is much more convenient for frequent storage-swappers.
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As mentioned, the Mavic Mini is purpose-built to weigh a fraction under 250g, so that it can bypass the need to be registered with aviation agencies in the US and Australia. As we mentioned earlier, though, the UK has since changed it laws on drone registration, extending it to all drones with a camera, so it’s worth checking your local laws.
DJI achieved this light form factor by teaming a drone that weighs around 150g with a roughly 100g battery. The fact that it doesn’t crumble every time it’s flown is a wonder, and while lightweight is often associated with cheap quality, the Mavic Mini feels anything but cheap.
The Mini isn’t crash-proof, though; there are no obstacle avoidance sensors on its sides, front or back, as found on the DJI Mavic Air 2. That said, there are a couple of sensors at the base to enable smooth landings, along with a battery meter, and a light, so that you can keep tabs on your drone in the air and keep it in line of sight, even at night.
The Mavic Mini’s arms are relatively slender, and we actually cracked one of ours with a 1.8-meter drop – while it still works perfectly, that’s something that wouldn’t have happened had the safety guards been affixed. If you’re a newbie, anticipate flying indoors, or know you’ll be flying in strong winds, it’s worth picking up the Fly More bundle to get the 360-degree propellor guard.
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DJI Mavic Mini controller
Unlike some other drone controllers, the DJI Mavic Mini’s doesn’t include a screen; instead it unfolds to hold an Android or iOS smartphone. Tucked away in its body are screw-on joysticks, so that when it’s collapsed the controller has a flat profile, and when opened out it delivers a traditional feel.
On the left side of the controller is a micro USB port for charging and connecting it to your phone. The drone also ships with Lightning, micro USB, and USB-C cables, so whatever smartphone you have, provided its software is compatible with the DJI Mavic Mini’s Fly app, you’re catered for.
The controller’s jog-dial at the top pivots the camera vertically through 90 degrees, so it can look forward through to down. Unlike the Parrot Anafi, it can’t look up, which would have been a bonus, but its range is typical of most drones. Buttons of note include the L trigger, which starts video recording, and the R trigger, which takes a photo – perfect if you’re operating the drone while wearing gloves.
Setting up the flying experience is a little fiddly – you have to feed cables from the controller to your phone, screw on the joysticks, and fire up the app, all of which takes about a minute. From a portability point of view, though, the experience is about as compact as we could hope for when the drone and controller are collapsed, while still feeling robust and natural across the board when flying.
Once connected, we had no issues pairing the drone with our phones – we tried it with Android 9 and 10 phones, as well as an iPhone.
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DJI Fly app
DJI’s Fly app has been refreshed since we first used it, and now comes complete with guides and example videos, so that you can see what kind of footage you’ll be capturing in its various modes.
It’s a bizarre mix of experiences though. On the one hand, some aspects are very premium – the function tutorials and in-app tips are polished and handy, and the core UI is also intuitive and responsive; but some elements pop up in Chinese, and the Fly Spots component, which highlights areas safe to fly in, isn’t localized outside of China.
Get past these niggles, though, and you’re in for a treat. The modes are simple enough to get your head around, and the three speeds, which we’ll come onto in the next section, are a doddle to toggle between and offer plenty of versatility.
Quickshots, as found on the Mavic Air, have also returned, which is excellent. These pre-programmed flight paths can engage dynamic pans at the press of a button, revolving around an object, and while there’s one notable omission – Asteroid – the rest of the Quickshots, including our favorite, Helix, are accounted for.
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Control over images and video capture is relatively minimal, with no option to tweak contrast or saturation. You can still overlay handy tools like a histogram and gridline to help with framing, but we would have liked to have seen more options to enhance footage.
On the plus, the gimbal supports two modes: follow mode, which keeps the horizon line level, and FPV mode, which takes the perspective of the drone itself, while still keeping everything incredibly stable. This isn’t just handy when flying – you can use the Mavic Mini as a fantastic handheld steady cam in a pinch, and toggling between these modes makes this possible.
Camera
The DJI Mavic Mini shoots 2.7K video at 30fps or 1080p video at 60fps. Its 1/2.3-inch sensor can also capture 12MP images across a range of modes, including Position mode for basic operation, Sports mode for more high-speed flight, and CineSmooth mode, which lengthens breaking time and slows things down for smoother shots and more cinematic footage.
Once you get it on your computer, drone footage seems more fast paced than it did on the field, so we found ourselves sticking to CineSmooth mode to get us the lingering shots we were after for the most part. All modes delivered stable footage, though there was a noticeable judder when changing direction while shooting in sports mode, as you can see at 02:30 in the sample footage below:
The fact that there isn’t a 60fps 2.7K option also compounds the need to slow things down in the sky, as you won’t have the option to do so in the editing phase with 30fps footage. If you’re happy shooting in 1080p, however, then frame rates do climb up to 60fps.
Footage looks punchy, detail captured is solid in good light, and dynamic range is fair, though we noticed clips crying out for an ND filter on a couple of occasions. There isn’t a huge amount of scope to pull detail out of highlights on bright days, so the Mavic Mini isn’t going to be a pro filmmaker’s dream drone, but its image quality is still great for what it is, and good enough for relatively seamless inserts with other drone footage, or casual aerial videography.
You can take control over photos with manual mode, with the option to use shutter speeds as long as four seconds, and up to ISO3200; as a result, low-light shots are perfectly usable. Low-light video has improved since we first got our hands on the Mavic Mini, but it still isn’t something you’ll want to capture on a drone with a 1/2.3-inch sensor, unless you’re going to edit it heavily and stylize it, or are okay with a healthy amount of noise.
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The DJI Mavic Mini’s photos have pleasing color and decent dynamic range (Image credit: Future)Image 2 of 3
Even at relatively high altitude you can still pick out relatively fine details in its stills (Image credit: Future)Image 3 of 3
Thanks to the Mavic Mini’s manual mode, you can tweak the ISO and shutter speed to nail exposures (Image credit: Future)
Connections and battery
The Mini connects via Wi-Fi, transmitting the live video feed to the controller, which plugs into your phone and engages with the app interface. With our phone’s Wi-Fi connectivity switched on, our Mini disconnected from the controller at around 60 meters in an environment with plenty of ambient Wi-Fi connections.
Switching our phone to airplane mode extended this range significantly, and Mavic Mini users flying the drone in less built-up areas have achieved distances of in excess of two miles, with DJI’s quoted maximum distance being 2.5 miles.
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When plugged in, the controller charges your phone, with its 2,600mAh battery delivering ample juice for a couple of hours of flight time. As for the Mini itself, its batteries are 2,400mAh, with a quoted flight time of 30 minutes, depending on environment and usage. We found this to be roughly on the money, though flying primarily in Sports mode shaves a few minutes off the flight time.
We would have loved to have seen USB-C charging on the Mavic Mini, but that’s probably our biggest gripe with the drone from a connectivity point of view.
DJI Mavic Mini verdict
Despite its age, the DJI Mavic Mini is still one of the best beginner-friendly drones you can buy. The Mini 2, which succeeded it in April 2020, did bring 4K video powers, Ocusync transmission for greater range, and the ability to shoot raw photos – but if none of those are important to you, then the Mavic Mini remains a very solid buy.
It’s slight shame that firmware upgrades haven’t brought a 2.7K/60p mode or object-tracking smarts. But the Mavic Mini has since been given manual exposure and white balance control for videos, along with a 2.7K/24p mode, thanks to a firmware update in April 2020.
It also has an impressive 30-minute battery life, which beats the 10-15 minutes offered by most drones of this size, and captures very smooth aerial video thanks to that three-axis gimbal.
Yes, $399 or £369 for a drone isn’t throwaway money, but for casual users looking to level-up their aerial footage, and newbies who want a simple first step into drone flying, the Mavic Mini is a good alternative to our number one pick, the DJI Mini 2.
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Mavic Mini vs Spark: Which Drone Is Better?
When it comes to powerful handheld drones, Spark and Mavic Mini are great options on the market. From smart features to flight performance, check out our comparison to find out which drone is best for you.
In 2017, DJI released the Spark, a mini drone with many exciting flight experiences. Fast forward a couple of years and the mini drone market has been redefined once again with the release of the Mavic Mini. With an ultra-light design, 2.7K performance and the new DJI Fly app, the Mavic Mini is an exceptional everyday drone. But the question remains, which drone is best for you?
Portability
Drone portability depends on a combination of weight and specific design features. The Spark features a lightweight design at 300g, which is a very heavy weight for a mini drone. Mavic Mini weighs less than 250 grams and features a foldable design that makes it easy to store in your bag. When it comes to portability, Mavic Mini takes the lead.
Image quality
Both quadcopters are equipped with a 1/2.3-inch 12-megapixel sensor, giving them excellent social media imaging capabilities.
Mavic Mini is equipped with a 3-axis motorized gimbal that stabilizes the drone’s camera image in real time. The Spark has a 2-axis gimbal that only stabilizes the image along two axes.
In terms of video quality, Mavic Mini shoots ultra-smooth 2.7K Quad HD videos, turning every moment into a work of art. Spark is ideal for first-time users, offering 1080p video and 12-megapixel photos that are perfect for selfies.
Smart features
Although the Spark is an entry-level drone camera, it has many smart features such as ActiveTrack, TapFly, QuickShots and Gesture. QuickShots lets you create creative videos with a simple tap, TapFly gives you the ability to control Spark by touching your smartphone screen, and ActiveTrack smartly follows your desired subject.
Mavic Mini also includes QuickShots such as Dronie, Rocket and more, giving you movie-like shots. FlyCam Everyday offers a simplified flight experience with the new DJI Fly app. With an incredibly simple user interface, creative pre-made templates and editing tools, Mavic Mini is the perfect choice for everyday pilots.
Flight performance
When it comes to flight performance, the Mavic Mini has plenty of power, with up to 30 minutes of flight time and a transmission range of 2km HD*. The
Spark, on the other hand, offers a maximum flight time of 16 minutes and a Wi-Fi HD video transmission of 2 km*.
* Estimated flight time is based on flying in no wind conditions at a constant speed of 20 km/h. Actual flight time may vary depending on your environment.
Flight Safety
Thanks to GPS signals, both Spark and Mavic Mini ensure stable flight, and sensors located on the bottom of the drones ensure both models hover accurately.
In addition, the Spark is also equipped with a 3D sensor system that can detect obstacles up to 5 meters away.
Mavic Mini users can attach 360° propeller guards to protect the drone from damage and protect themselves and others while flying.
Mavic Mini or Spark?
As a selfie drone packed with fun features, the Spark is the perfect choice for beginner pilots.
Mavic Mini offers the perfect combination of power, portability and ease of use. The Mavic Mini is lighter, smaller and has more flight time than the Spark. Throw in 2.7K Quad HD video and a 3-axis gimbal and you have an incredibly powerful mini drone in your hands!
DJI Mavic Mini
Smallest and lightest drone
The DJI Mavic Mini is one of the smallest and lightest drones DJI has ever produced. Its weight is only some 249 grams, which makes it possible not to register it in many countries, including Russia. Now it’s even easier to take it with you, as the new Mavic is just as easy to fold and fit into your pocket as its predecessors. Getting the Mavic Mini ready for flight and filming is also easy, and can be done in seconds.
Comfortable remote control
Unlike some other compact DJI models, the Mavic Mini comes with a remote control, which for many is much more convenient than piloting an aircraft using a smartphone and an app for it. The remote control is equipped with a powerful transmitter and a video transmission system using an enhanced Wi-Fi signal. Significantly expand the capabilities of the device 3 types of USB connectors: Lightning, Micro USB (Type-B), USB-C. Using the appropriate USB connectors, you can connect a smartphone if you prefer to control the aircraft and camera operation using a mobile gadget. The console is equipped with removable joysticks for easy portability and storage.
30 minutes of flight time
Amazingly, such a small amateur-level drone can stay in the air for up to 30 minutes (in calm weather at a speed of 25 km/h), which is comparable to some more powerful commercial drone models. Such a long flight time was achieved due to the installation of a new high-capacity battery (2550 mAh) and improved aerodynamic qualities of the hull and propellers. The top speed of 50 km/h will give you almost the same experience as racing drone pilots.
Powerful Camera
Another amazing feature of Mavic Mini is its powerful camera for its size, which is corrected by DJI’s mechanical 3-axis gimbal technology. The 12 megapixel resolution, 1/2.3-inch sensor and 83-degree FOV of the lens allow you to shoot 2.7K video and get excellent quality photos.
Piloting Safety
Like other DJI drones, the Mavic Mini is equipped with the latest sensor system, which includes front optical and bottom infrared sensors. Even greater stability and accuracy of piloting is facilitated by the GPS module, which is equipped with an unmanned system. Mavic Mini will be not only convenient, but also safe to operate.
DJI Fly app
The simple and intuitive DJI Fly app helps you create interesting and high-quality shots. However, its functionality is not limited to this. If you’ve never flown a drone before, there’s a dedicated feature on the app to help you learn how to fly the Mavic Mini.
Aerial Modes
When you buy a flying camera like the Mavic Mini, you can expect a lot more than meets the eye. Despite its compact size, the quadcopter shooting system has rich functionality and will provide a chance for all novice fans of aerial photography to create their own masterpieces. Mavic Mini and the DJI Fly app will help you take full advantage of the Quickshot mode, as well as shooting modes such as Dronie, Circle, Helix, Rocket. And that’s not all.
Maximum Propeller Guard
With the Mavic Mini Fly More Combo, you get the 360° Propeller Guard as a must-have. The protection can be easily installed or dismantled. With the propeller design installed, you will be able to fly more calmly even in tight spaces and enclosed spaces.