[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":226},["ShallowReactive",2],{"compare-en-dji-mini-4-pro-vs-dji-neo":3},{"a":4,"b":150},{"id":5,"title":6,"availableInBrazil":7,"body":8,"category":121,"description":122,"discontinued":7,"draft":7,"extension":123,"image":124,"manufacturer":125,"meta":126,"model":127,"navigation":128,"path":129,"priceBRL":130,"priceBRLMax":130,"priceUSD":131,"released":132,"seo":133,"slug":134,"specs":135,"stem":147,"translation_slug":134,"updated":148,"__hash__":149},"en_models\u002Fen\u002Fmodels\u002Fdji-mini-4-pro.md","DJI Mini 4 Pro: Specs, Weight & Price (2026)",false,{"type":9,"value":10,"toc":113},"minimark",[11,15,18,27,34,39,42,45,48,52,55,58,62,65,68,72,75,91,94,98,101],[12,13,14],"p",{},"In September 2023, DJI launched the Mini 4 Pro with an ambitious promise: omnidirectional obstacle avoidance in a drone weighing under 250 grams. Before it, that combination simply didn't exist.",[12,16,17],{},"The 250g threshold matters for regulatory reasons. In many countries, including the US, UK, EU, and Brazil, drones below this weight face lighter registration requirements and more permissive operating conditions. The Mini 4 Pro preserves that advantage while delivering camera specs and safety features previously found only in larger, heavier drones.",[12,19,20,21,26],{},"For our hands-on verdict and whether it is worth buying, read the full ",[22,23,25],"a",{"href":24},"\u002Fdji-mini-4-pro-review\u002F","DJI Mini 4 Pro review",".",[12,28,29,33],{},[30,31,32],"strong",{},"Quick specs:"," The DJI Mini 4 Pro weighs 249 g, flies up to 34 minutes (45 minutes with the Intelligent Flight Battery Plus), shoots 4K\u002F60fps on a 1\u002F1.3-inch sensor, and offers omnidirectional obstacle avoidance with up to 20 km of O4 transmission range. Full specifications are in the table below.",[35,36,38],"h2",{"id":37},"camera-and-image-quality","Camera and Image Quality",[12,40,41],{},"The 1\u002F1.3\" CMOS sensor with 48 megapixels is the same found in the DJI Air 3, a more expensive and significantly heavier drone. The variable aperture F\u002F1.7–F\u002F4 enables real depth-of-field control and better low-light performance compared to the 1\u002F2.3\" sensors of the previous generation.",[12,43,44],{},"For video, the Mini 4 Pro shoots 4K\u002F60fps at up to 150 Mbps in D-Log M profile, a format that preserves exposure latitude and simplifies color grading in post. The most relevant addition for vertical content creators is native 2.7K portrait mode recording (no crop), designed for Instagram Reels and TikTok.",[12,46,47],{},"Active Track 360° uses the omnidirectional obstacle avoidance to follow moving subjects while avoiding collisions, something the Mini 3 Pro couldn't do with its three-directional detection.",[35,49,51],{"id":50},"obstacle-avoidance-the-generations-differentiator","Obstacle Avoidance: The Generation's Differentiator",[12,53,54],{},"The APAS 360° system with six-direction sensors is the Mini 4 Pro's main argument over its predecessors and competitors at similar weight. It detects and autonomously routes around obstacles during automated flights and in ActiveTrack mode, significantly reducing crash risk.",[12,56,57],{},"Important note: in standard manual flight, the system warns about obstacles but doesn't autonomously avoid them. Autonomous evasion primarily operates in intelligent flight modes.",[35,59,61],{"id":60},"battery-and-range","Battery and Range",[12,63,64],{},"DJI rates the standard 2,590 mAh battery at up to 34 minutes in ideal conditions; independent reviewers and owners typically report 24 to 28 minutes in real-world use, factoring in wind, temperature, and automated modes. The Fly More Combo Plus includes the Intelligent Flight Battery Plus (3,850 mAh), extending endurance to up to 45 minutes.",[12,66,67],{},"The base package includes the RC-N1 controller, which requires a smartphone as its screen. The DJI RC 2 (with a built-in 1,000-nit display) is available separately and recommended for bright outdoor conditions.",[35,69,71],{"id":70},"who-its-for","Who It's For",[12,73,74],{},"The DJI Mini 4 Pro is the best value available for photographers and content creators who need professional-grade image quality without sacrificing the convenience of the 249g form factor. It's especially well-suited for:",[76,77,78,82,85,88],"ul",{},[79,80,81],"li",{},"Urban flying where the 249g weight reduces regulatory burden",[79,83,84],{},"Creators producing vertical content for social platforms",[79,86,87],{},"Pilots who want added safety in environments with obstacles",[79,89,90],{},"Those upgrading from entry-level drones and wanting a real quality jump",[12,92,93],{},"Those who fly exclusively in open areas and don't need obstacle avoidance should consider the Mini 2 SE ($299) as a more affordable alternative. Anyone wanting an even larger sensor should look at the Air 3S (1\" sensor, $1,099+), with the trade-off of a 720g body and no 249g regulatory benefit.",[95,96],"faq",{":items":97},"[{\"question\":\"Does the DJI Mini 4 Pro require FAA registration?\",\"answer\":\"In the US, drones under 0.55 lbs (249g) used purely for recreational flying do not require FAA registration under the Exception for Recreational Flyers. However, the Mini 4 Pro does weigh exactly 249g (0.549 lbs) and sits right at the threshold. For commercial use, Part 107 certification is required regardless of weight.\"},{\"question\":\"What's the difference between the Mini 4 Pro and Mini 3 Pro?\",\"answer\":\"The main difference is obstacle avoidance: the Mini 4 Pro has APAS 360° (omnidirectional) while the Mini 3 Pro had only three-directional detection. The camera is similar (same 1\u002F1.3\\\" sensor), but the Mini 4 Pro adds Active Track 360° and native vertical 2.7K video. The Mini 3 Pro was discontinued in 2024.\"},{\"question\":\"Is the DJI RC 2 worth buying over the RC-N1?\",\"answer\":\"The DJI RC 2 with its built-in 1,000-nit display is highly recommended for outdoor shooting in sunlight, which is most drone photography. The RC-N1 depends on your smartphone screen, which is often difficult to see under bright sun. The ~$100 price premium is easily justified for regular use.\"}]",[99,100],"hr",{},[12,102,103],{},[104,105,106,107],"em",{},"Sources: ",[22,108,112],{"href":109,"rel":110},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.dji.com\u002Fmini-4-pro\u002Fspecs",[111],"nofollow","DJI: Mini 4 Pro official specs",{"title":114,"searchDepth":115,"depth":115,"links":116},"",2,[117,118,119,120],{"id":37,"depth":115,"text":38},{"id":50,"depth":115,"text":51},{"id":60,"depth":115,"text":61},{"id":70,"depth":115,"text":71},"consumer","The DJI Mini 4 Pro weighs just 249g and delivers omnidirectional obstacle avoidance, a 1\u002F1.3\" sensor, 4K\u002F60fps video and 34 min flight time. 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Users launch directly from the palm, select from six QuickShot automated flight modes via the DJI Fly app, and the drone executes the sequence and returns to hand automatically. For casual social content creators who don't want to learn traditional RC piloting, this is a significant accessibility step.",[12,166,167],{},"Adding the RC-N3 controller unlocks manual flight control and extends range to 10 km. The Fly More Combo includes the controller, extra batteries, and a charging hub.",[35,169,171],{"id":170},"camera-and-stabilization","Camera and Stabilization",[12,173,174],{},"The 1\u002F2\" CMOS sensor with three-axis mechanical gimbal captures 4K\u002F60fps and 1080p\u002F120fps (for slow motion). The smaller sensor compared to the Mini 2 SE or Mini 4 Pro means lower dynamic range and more noise in low light, but for outdoor daylight social content, the footage quality is adequate.",[35,176,178],{"id":177},"limitations","Limitations",[12,180,181],{},"At 135g and Level 4 wind resistance (about 17 mph), the Neo should not be flown in windy conditions. Effective range without a controller is limited; the app connection range is far shorter than the RC-N3's 10 km radio range. Obstacle avoidance is limited to downward detection via firmware (no physical sensors).",[12,183,184],{},"The Neo is not a professional tool; it's a social content companion for calm-weather outdoor shooting.",[95,186],{":items":187},"[{\"question\":\"Can the DJI Neo fly without a phone or controller?\",\"answer\":\"Yes. The Neo can fly autonomously using its built-in QuickShot modes by pressing the button on the body. However, you need the DJI Fly app on your phone to select flight modes and view the camera feed. You cannot view footage or control direction without the app or controller.\"},{\"question\":\"Is the DJI Neo better than the Mini 2 SE?\",\"answer\":\"They serve different purposes. The Neo is lighter, cheaper ($199 vs $299), and offers palm takeoff and QuickShots without a controller. The Mini 2 SE offers better range, better wind resistance, a larger sensor, and more conventional piloting control. For casual phone-based content, Neo. 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