[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":316},["ShallowReactive",2],{"compare-en-dji-mini-4-pro-vs-skyrover-s1":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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The positioning is direct: delivering entry-level DJI specifications at less than a third of the DJI Mini 4 Pro's price.",[35,159,161],{"id":160},"camera-and-stabilization","Camera and Stabilization",[12,163,164],{},"The Sony CMOS 1\u002F2\" sensor captures photos at up to 48 MP with RAW support, and records video in 4K at 60fps or 1080p at 120fps, the latter useful for slow motion. Fixed aperture is f\u002F2.8. The three-axis mechanical gimbal compensates for in-flight vibrations and abrupt movements, delivering stabilized footage without additional digital processing.",[12,166,167],{},"The camera quality is credible for the price. Third-party tests place it between the DJI Mini 2 SE (1\u002F2.3\" sensor, no obstacle avoidance) and DJI Mini 4 Pro (1\u002F1.3\" sensor, omnidirectional avoidance) in terms of daytime image quality.",[35,169,171],{"id":170},"real-world-performance-vs-manufacturer-claims","Real-World Performance vs. Manufacturer Claims",[12,173,174],{},"Like most emerging brands, the SkyRover S1's published specifications require interpretation:",[76,176,177,183],{},[79,178,179,182],{},[30,180,181],{},"Range",": The 12 km manufacturer claim relies on ideal RF conditions. Third-party testing in typical urban\u002Fsuburban environments found effective control range closer to 1.5 km before signal degradation.",[79,184,185,188],{},[30,186,187],{},"Flight time",": 40 minutes is measured in windless laboratory conditions. Real-world endurance is approximately 25–30 minutes in calm conditions, closer to 20 minutes in moderate wind.",[12,190,191],{},"These caveats are typical for the price point: the DJI Mini 2 SE similarly advertises 31 minutes and delivers 22–26 in practice.",[35,193,195],{"id":194},"obstacle-avoidance-forward-only","Obstacle Avoidance: Forward Only",[12,197,198],{},"Forward-only obstacle avoidance provides some protection against the most common collision scenario (flying into an object in front of the drone) but offers no protection from above, below, or the sides. 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For serious photography or commercial use, the DJI Mini 4 Pro remains the validated choice.",[99,284],{},[12,286,287],{},[104,288,289],{},"Sources: SkyRover official product page | Third-party field tests (March 2026)",{"title":114,"searchDepth":115,"depth":115,"links":291},[292,293,294,295],{"id":160,"depth":115,"text":161},{"id":170,"depth":115,"text":171},{"id":194,"depth":115,"text":195},{"id":201,"depth":115,"text":202},"Sub-249g drone with Sony 1\u002F2\" camera, 4K\u002F60fps, 3-axis gimbal and forward obstacle avoidance for $289. 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