New DJI Mavic 2 drones

[Jim Dockery]

DJI just released their new Mavic drones. My brother and I are thinking of getting one and sharing it, I tend toward the Pro version for the enhanced photo capabilities.

I know a couple of you guys have drones (Bob obviously from posts in this forum). I would sure like to see more posts detailing the ins and outs of your drone use (I already know about the areas you can't fly).

 

[AlanLichty]

I drooled over the B&H ad I just got in email but they aren't exactly giving them away. Being able to share one might be nice.

 

[Jim Dockery]

We got the Mavic 2 Pro this week. My brother's business is paying for the drone itself, while I'm responsible for add ons (memory cards, pads, filters, etc.). I've taken it out twice now to practice flying at a nearby park. 1st day was scary, but easier than expected. Today I actually got a couple of good pictures and tried out some of the auto fly modes. So far I'm not overly impressed with the sensor - seems noisier than my Sony RX100 (which is a high bar to measure against).

I'm standing by my makeshift landing pad (window shade for our van) in the lower middle.

 

[JimFox]

Thanks for the update Jim.

So do you think it’s worth upgrading too?

 

[Jim Dockery]

Jim, I don't know anything about previous drones, so can't say about upgrades. If I had to pay for the thing by myself I wouldn't have gotten one. Now I have to put in a bunch of hours flying to become comfortable so I can fly in the mountains, which is my goal.

 

[Jim Dockery]

Went on my first hike with the drone, up my old favorite close to home peak, Mt. Pilchuck. Got a high wind warning after 10 minutes, so cut it short. Incredibly fun putting your camera anywhere you want! This is a 3 shot pano. You can see me on the saddle down to the left.

 

[AlanLichty]

I need drool pan.....

I can't count the number of times I wish I could take a picture from somewhere in the air right around when I actually get to put my camera.

 

[Ben Egbert]

Drones may make other cameras obsolete