Skip the DJI Mavic 3 Pro and Buy a DJI Air 3 instead! 

Who here is buying the DJI AIR 3 ?

No aperture control or 5k is a deal breaker for me! I much prefer having the Mavic series 🙏

I’ve been shooting photography for 15yrs and video for the last several. I recently picked up the air 3. The footage sold me along with its battery life. It’s true that it doesn’t have adjustable aperture but honestly I haven’t had an issue with it. Amazing drone for the money!!

I appreciate your honesty on this considering you already own the Mavic 3 Pro and Original Mavic 3

Buying the Air3 for my first drone. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

Good stuff, yeah alot of choices, was going to just grab the mini pro 4 but living up in the high rockies I'm now leaning toward that air 3 .. Thanks for the info! 😎

DJI should've used the slogan "Size doesn't matter" to market the Air 3 on release.

Yup. When I heard the rumors of the Air 3, the Mav 3 “Pro” went right back to DJI. That 7X is useless and what I really wanted was a good 24mm and 70mm

I've got a mini 3 pro, I don't see me upgrading to either an Air 3 or Mavic 3 in the next year, the benefits of the sub 250g drone in the UK are considerable with many restrictions on filming not being applicable. However the one instance where I would consider a larger drone would be filming in the mountains where windy conditions is helped by a larger stronger drone in that case I'd consider the Air 3 if the reviews confirm it offers better stability.

I own the Mavic 3 classic I love it it has a Great camera and the air 2s has a great camera and thank you for your video and your honesty maybe when the air 3s comes out, it will have a Hasselblad camera on it and it will make everyone happy

Have you ever watched Over the Hedge , where RJ went into the cave when the bear was hibernating, and he said “ just get what you need “ and he ended up collecting everything ?! Nice !!

I got a Mini 3 Pro which I will keep for the always with me factor but am interested in the Air3. Two questions: how does the D Log M compare to the D Cinelike? And of you could get the classic combo with RC for 1,8K or the Air 3 combo with RC2 for 1,5K which one would you prefer?

O4 is Tri-band.. DJI has to date, never upgraded a transmission system to a new version. Apparently requires 6 Antennas in the controller as well.

I bought a Mavic 3 Pro recently but hadn't unboxed yet - thankfully. Now with the Air 3, I can use the money to get the Avata as well for both camera styles.

Next your gonna tell us to ditch full frame and move to APSC because it's better in all departments but image quality

Nice comparison, Matt. I'm a drone aficionado dating back to 2013 when DJI first introduced the Phantom 1....... which I still have and fly. Since that time I've accumulated quite a squadron of DJI and a couple of Autel drones. It's my "vice and addiction". Still photographer from my college days, and I need to transition to more film and video production and editing so I'm looking forward to viewing what RU-vid video production tutorials you have or will post on this subject matter. I just subscribed to your channel. As far as FPV, yes it is a blast! Just like flying helicopters which I've flown 5 different aircraft in my 30 years of Active and Reserve duty. One aspect of flying a non GPS FPV drone in a hover, you are CONSTANTLY moving ever so slightly, your controller right stick. Same thing in a helo in a hover using the cyclic, which is never held in a stationary position: constant slight movement of the cyclic and holding the helo in that "sweet spot": putting in a cyclic correction and taking it back out, with cyclic, fore aft and lateral movements. In the FPV drone world, your right controller stick is moving in slight control input in all directions holding the drone in that "sweet spot". Depending on what level of a FPV pilot you are, my suggestion in terms of building your skill level is to practice a lot of hovering and slow flight in all directions, fore, aft and laterally. Semper Fly, Dave In Morro Bay, Ca.

I have DJI Air 2, two years, and I think is time to upgrade to Air 3. Thanks for video 🙂

I’m after ordering the Mavic 3 pro a few hours ago Said I’ll move up from the zoom

I am coming I from Mavic 2 Pro so this is definite late a no brainer for me. Thanks!

I have a Mavic 3 which is mainly used for raw photography rather than videography, and so in that respect I just don't feel Air 3 could compete. Also, the heavier the drone the better for me as I fly up on windy hills! If I was starting out or flying for leisure rather than business, an Air 3 would be top of my list though as it looks amazing, but for now I need that four thirds camera to produce un-manipulated raw files which edit well to a large A1 poster images.

The DJI Air 3 has great tech. And the Mavic mini 3 pro is a good all rounder.

THX for the info !

I shoot my videos with a Mavic 2 Pro, is switching to the Air 3 a better choice in your opinion?

I will be upgrading my P3 Advanced with the Air3 soon. With EU regulations C1 gives me more possibilities. Plus I really like the image quality and 3x camera for the parallax effect.

if you can do it with what you have, just use it! heck I only have mini3, and happy of it. it complements with my fpv flying. 😊

O4 is hardware with more antennas so updates not gonna happen and I'll personally wait till the Air 3S

Great drone. My Air 2S is still great for me a year after I got it. Hopefully I’ll upgrade next year.

There are environments in which a Mavic 3 is required though. I live in Ireland in a region which has few hills or forests. Imagine the wind build-up in that kind of area. I've flown my Mavic 3 in near gale force winds without any concerns. Also, sunshine is at a premium here, so the 4/3 sensor does make a big difference, especially given the muddy colours that Ireland's landscapes usually have. I had an Air 2S and it wasn't up to dealing with the 'dour' appearance of Ireland's overcast weather. I traded it in (in part) for a standard Mavic 3, which produced markedly better imagery (beyond even the assumed proportional improvements of the sensor and colour processing).

Lets hope the air 3s releases in July 🙏 and hope it has adjustable aperture

I film music videos and mavic 3 pros different zoom lenses is the best tool I can ask for

I'll be getter a Air 3 as I have no drones and I've been asked to do some aerial work, so I'll get something in the middle ground

A SDR normally can be upgraded with software. So the M3 Regular and M3 Pro should be upgradeable to OS04 provided the chip can handle it. But when and if DJI decides to do so is another question.

Thinking about buying the Air 3 to replace my Air 2s. I haven’t been happy with the Air 2s at night. I use it 100% on my channel here and it does quite well. I was also thinking of buying the Mavic 3 pro but if I use my Amex points the Air 3 is only $300.00 out of pocket…

i would love to buy air3 but i dont have that much money so i still fly my mini 2

I agree. Dumping my M3P since buying the Air 3!

Idk, the Mavic 3 Pro has the bigger sensor and more dynamic range and better exposure controls. As someone who loves beautiful images that is the main selling point to me. I have a mini 3 pro and wish I could have better image quality, more in line with my full frame camera set up.

Wait for what ever coming i think no one can afford to keep up with all the changes dji forgets this

I am flying a Air 2. I should have the air 2 on friday.

Fingers crossed for the Mavic 4 to have two micro 4/3 cameras at the 20mm and 70mm. The aperture control is so useful when you want 1/50 shutter at 24p.

i bought one dji air 3 CE model.if FCC model the range you can more.with an ocusync 4.0 and APAS 5.0 is the best drone after mavic 3 pro mavic 3 and mavic 3 classic

I bought Air 3 as my first DJi drone.

Ive got a mini 3 pro, I enjoy it. Whats next? I would like something with an adjustable aperture, but im not seeing what I want…yet! Wait and see holding pattern here.

Which one to Buy Sir We are from Mavic 2 Pro Please reply sir

New sub. As for me I'll be sticking with my air 2s. And nano plus. Thank you for being honest about staying with what work for us and not just trying to sell the greatest and newest product.

Thanks for sharing! I would say No to Air 3. Mavic 3 / Mavic 3 Pro has larger sensor, variable aperture and RC Pro which Air 3 doesn't support. I perfer Mavic 3/Mavic 3 Pro.

Have sold my mini2 and mini3pro...and now having Air 3 - very happy :)

Mavic 3 Pro has one big downside - It's not C1 certified in EU. You just can't use it in any urban areas legally.

Can u help me. I got my 107 cert. six months ago and now want to buy a drone 2:18 😢 I’m looking to do claims adjuster (studying to get my adjuster licence back) but also aerial views for personal and who knows what else maybe even real estate don’t know what to get

Hey matt do you have any advice or input on how to fix choppy drone footage?

You can't compare the 3 Pro to the air 3. Sensor size and 3 cameras are awesome. Try flying the air 3 at night and then compare the footage to the mavic 3. For me the air 3 is a heavy mini 3 with one more camera. I waited to see the air 3 come out and then bought the 3 Pro. Air 2s for me is still better than air 3. You really don't need ocusync 4. Everything you film you're usually close to anyway. 15kmh is far enough for anyone. The battery charging thing is a great idea though. I'd rather carry the mini 3 Pro and mavic 3 Pro. Sensor size 100% matters. It's a mini 3 Pro cam on a heavier drone.... You can't beat the mavic 3 Pro unless you spend an insane amount more on the inspire 3

Man I just got the Avata to complement my Mini 3 Pro. Gonna grab this bad boi too, now I can rock my mini 3 pro daily without worrying about having a back up. The Air 3 is outstanding! Great review brother 🦅

Can you Livestream with the Air3?

I'm going to order one...well I just did.

I would still choose the Mavic 3.

If it for professional use, should i get the mavic 3 pro cine? Or the D log is good enough?

Just got my air 3 last night

Nah, Mavic 3 pro far better camera spec, Air 3 basically mini 3 or 4 main sensor plus other. Have a Mavic 3 (original) and upgrading to the Mavic 3 Pro soon as I want the better quality and not considering this at all. Can see how many would be tempted though, who don't mind a compromose and a step up from the mini 3/4 pro. I like the DJI charging hub can discharge used batteries.

Great video! Just subscribed

Do you recomend to change the Mavic 2 Pro for the new Air 3?

I fly a lot in the night with my Air 2S, take photos and videos... do you recommend the Air 3 over the M3P considering that aspect? Please, let me know what you think. Thanks for the info.

Just bought the dji air 3 fly more combo for sale on Amazon for $1,239

Hopefully the next mini pro 4 will be available to use the new rc2 controller. Then a perfect setup with sub 250 for those occasions and the air 3 for heavier workload. I have P4Pro NP2 mini 2. Next will be air 3 and mini 4 when that comes out.

MAN MAVIC 3 CLASSIC. BEST CHOICE

Purchased the Air3. What a huge disappointment. The so call 48meg images are crap. So much noise in contrast areas that even Topaz denoise won't remove the noise. I have been in contact with DJI and they have admitted there is a problem with the 48meg image. I have seen quite a few reviewers miss this fact and tell people it's a great drone for Photography, but it is not. Not if your relying on the 48meg images.

I can still return my Mavic 3 Pro but I'm having wayyy too much fun with the 7x. I kinda like the look it gives recording 60 fps. Don't really want to give that up but the Air 3 could be a cool backup drone

Hey I’m watching your video and I heard you say you want the inspire 2 and I’ll definitely sale it to you. I don’t need my inspire 2 anymore because I purchased another drone. My inspire 2 has everything and I would be happy if you or someone buy it from me.

I started with a Mavic Mini 25 months ago, upgraded to an Air 2S 13 months ago, and the Air 3 will arrive on Friday. The 70mm camera and waypoints sealed the deal. All the other tech is great as well. Like all the shooting modes being available for both cameras, 360 obstacle avoidance, night mode, etc. I hope DJI returns to supporting consumer drones with SDKs as I love using Litchi with my Air 2S. I'd like to have a Litchi like option for the Air 3. If no SDK, possibly some talented programmers can cook something up. Planning those Litchi missions in 2D then previewing/flying them in Google Earth Pro is great. To get the smooth waypoint execution the Air 3 offers with Litchi like mission creation would be awesome.

Not me the M3C is perfect and it doesn’t have a fixed aperture

I can buy avata and this for the pro price

Hows the still image quality ? Seems no one is interested.. 🤔

I literally bought a Mavic 3 pro like 3 weeks ago and haven't been impressed with it for the price, still think my Mavic 2 pro is better all around besides not having 4k60. I am going to get the Air 3 though to have a backup.

I have a DJI air 2.

I am waiting for eBay to come out with certified refurbished. That will save me extra $200 😊

There’s no Cine version.

The air 3 may wish for that. 😂

If you have to screw around with ND filters, there's a good chance you're not gonna get another client, it's not worth it if you're talking about professional work...

As an Air 2S owner and a professional Cinematographer for Real Estate and the Automobile Industry,, I disagree with a lot that is said here. I would say If you are a professional, then don't consider the Air 3. Why? Because if you are running and gunning while shooting the last thing you want to do is change a lens filter during hectic times of shooting. Honestly I would say changing a filter Period during a shoot is a very annoying aspect to a drone. The apeture settings you get with the Mavic are worth every penny. Another major point is quality of image. The larger sensor is 100% worth the money as when you put the video and photos side by side there is a huge difference. So if you are a professional looking to stay above the bar and above or in line with your competitors then your only choice is the Mavic or Inspire. If you are a hobbiest looking to have fun while taking really good looking images, then the Air 3 is your choice.

Mavic 3 classic or Air 3🤔

Pffft no way. Fixed aperture, and fact IT'S ONLY 12mp ! Stepping backwards.

And you forgot one word and that's image quality...

thers a reason why mavic3 is more expensive .

Its a stacked sensor!..and if you know how "stacked sensors" work on a camera..then you know its a better option if you had to choose..even if its a "smaller size"..most of the reviews are not even talking about it..I saw only like 3 "reviews" mentioning it..here is one ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-EXhfDDAv-N4.html 51 Drones they about it at the 3:10 mark

I think I'll buy the RC PRO for my Mavic 3 instead, 4x more TX power. DJI RC is weak sauce.

can the occusync on mavic 3 pro be updated to 4.0 just by software update or it is a hardware thing?

Dji Mavic 3 is a Boss!

no apperture control? thats sucks

LINK FOR MY LAST AIR 2 .ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-sieliPFb6UY.html

Drone imagery is about the image and the Air 3 is a downgrade from a 1 inch sensor. Sure it has some Mavic features, none of which affect the quality of the image. And the camera's they are 1.25 stops apart and are fixed apertures. So every time you want to switch lens you will have to fly back adjust your Vari ND filter and fly back out again to get your shot. Super annoying.

No.

never air drone kill mavic

lol 😊

Absolute? Joke.

I have the air2s, is it worth selling it and buying the air 3, is it better?

Hm…I have a Mavic Air2 and now I am struggling between the Mavic 3 Classic and the Air3🫣