Who's DJI Mini 2 SE for? Test, review and recommendations

Many features DJI Mini 2 SE Fly More Combo connects it with the first version of the SE mini-minator I tested earlier, if you are not acquainted with it yet, you can check the review DJI Mini SE. If you've already met the Mini SE family, you can jump to the control and equipment part right away.

Like the remainder of the Mini family, Mini 2 SE is simply a drone with a starting weight of up to 249 grams. This means that you can pilot it without certificates or training (although you are inactive subject to the PANSA ULC training regulations). You will request a smartphone with a DroneRadar (to study your flight) and DJI Fly (to control the drone) installed for your flight.

Unboxing DJI Mini 2 SE

Comparing the content of the old and fresh set, we see why the Mini 2 SE is more costly than the predecessor — alternatively of the old Wi-Fi equipment, the DJI joined the controller with OcuSync 2.0. You will inactive usage 1 of your QuickCharge chargers to charge the drone in about 40 minutes at a 30 W charger. The cheaper set does not have many accessories either, but it will not be a large problem for individual who is just starting an adventure with drones. 2 SE is more robust than Mini 3 and should endure a journey in a backpack in its compartment — this time the miniator has a solid harness in the set protecting the propeller outside the case.

In the Fly More Combo set I found:

• DJI Mini SE drone;
• RC-N1 control apparatus;
• 3 batteries;
• the charging station;
• USB-C, micro USB and Lightning apparatus cables;
• USB-C charging cable;
• 6 pairs of additional propellers with screws;
• screwdriver;
• a pair of unscrewed apparatus poles;
• a soft case.

As in Mini SE, and Mini 2 SE makes a very good impression in terms of material quality, it may already be an old design, but respective liftings allowed for systematic improvement of performance quality.

On the back of the drone is simply a USB-C connector, which is liable for charging the drone and transferring stored files on a class U3 microSD card. The battery in Mini 2 SE is the same as in Mini 2 and Mini SE. DJI Mini 2 SE is backwards compatible with Mavic Mini batteries, nevertheless the fresh batteries are somewhat larger and unfortunately we will not put them in the first Mavic Mini. Same propellers — Mini 2 SE has the same propellers as Mini 2 and Mini SE.

On the drone, charging station and controller we have 4 diodes indicating battery charging. All 4 indicate full charge, 3 lit and a 4th blinking – almost full battery (about 90%). erstwhile charging the diode, they gradually fill in blinking and erstwhile we have a fast charger connected, they increase the blinking rate. The charging station for the drone itself has besides returned – for me it is simply a large thought for the drone vulnerability and a possible gift for individual who already has Mini SE, Mini 2 or Mini 2 SE.

First flight of DJI Mini 2 SE

RC-N1 controller

The control apparatus is the ‘only’ component that has changed in the SE series — this time the controller is known for Mini 2, Mini 3 and Mini 3 Pro – RC-N1. It works in the OcuSync 2.0 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz standard. Compared to Mini SE, this is simply a decisive leap forward. The DJI boasts an increased scope of up to 6 hp, but it is realistic to anticipate 3 km with the full visibility of the drone. Not that I'm trying to accomplish that — it would be a suicide mission, due to the fact that the safe flight distance of this small 1 is about a mile, if you go further, you may not have adequate batteries to return.

Mini 3 uses OcuSync 3, Mini 2 SE only version 2 – the difference is O2 resolution is 720p preview and O3 1080p, but even O2 looks much better than the preview with Mini SE controller connection.

It besides works in the same way as the older version — Android devices will be loaded by devices, while iOS devices will only gotta usage their battery.

To be honest, fresh equipment is simply a promising step forward for DJI. For beginners, this is simply a strong signal and greater preview resolution than with the erstwhile Wi-Fi controller, those willing to make will be able to mount a larger tablet on it alternatively of a tiny smartphone screen (remember that the drone records in 16:9) format. What if we want to change the drone? Today, even Mavic 3 uses this controller, if the DJI decides to sale drones without a controller, the transition to a higher model will not be so painful for the pocket, and we will be able to leave the mini-ahead for a rainy hour.

As you can see, even a large smartphone with thick frames can fit in ticks — a full of 86 mm wide. The second plus is the very combination of OcuSync, which is unchangeable regardless of the terrain and interference of another Wi-Fi and Bluetooth devices, of course I do not number field obstacles like trees, buildings, etc., these inactive pose a problem for each drone. In a tiny town, the drone scope can scope up to 1 km, in the center of a large city the scope will drop, but not as dramatic as the older version of the Mini SE. On the another hand, you will scope full scope in the mountains, by the sea and around akin places. Compared to mini 3 pro, it got a small closer: Mini 3 Pro 1.2 km – Mini 2 SE 0.9 km – Mavic Mini 0.6 km.

How's DJI Mini 2 SE?

If you have already had the chance to fly a DJI drone, it should not surprise you that controlling it is very easy and intuitive. It was designed for those who want to enjoy pleasant flights and collect video material from their trips. And he's stable, especially on windless days. Its certificate allows to fly at a wind velocity of 8.5 to 10 m/s (depending on the battery model), however, the best shot you get erstwhile the wind does not exceed 5 m/s. If there are stronger gusts, the drone automatically warns us of bad conditions and recommends lowering flight or landing.

Compared to the erstwhile version we should not have problems with abrupt failure of signal here, but just in case it is worth setting the RTH tallness (more than the highest obstacle) during the start, and after finishing recording call the drone to each another with 1 button.

As usual, praise should be given for the action of gimbala and the quality of vibration suppression during flight. Even with specified a tiny drone we are able to take a sharp image with a half-second vulnerability time (from the right height). While recording in Cinema mode, the drone behaves almost like a mobile tripod — almost due to the fact that this mode no longer exists in DJI Fly, and alternatively we can now get a Mini 3 Pro in additional flight velocity settings. However, in athletics Mini 2 SE mode, it is fast adequate to give cold sweat to little careful pilots.

In the DJI Fly application itself, we besides have access to various drone and camera settings specified as JPEG, natural photograph mode, image proportions, video recording resolution, etc. There is besides a manual mode in which we can set vulnerability values, white balance and another parameters. Compared to Mini SE, the second version has a more extended photograph zone, taking pictures of RAW, having dedicated panorama and autobracket modes.

Overall, Mini 2 SE is an perfect choice for those looking for an easy-to-control and unchangeable drone to evidence and photograph from the air. It has any limitations, specified as the inability to keep maximum camera deviation in any situations, but compared to another drones in its class, it offers very good results. Thanks to the DJI Fly app we can easy control the drone and adjust it to our needs, making it a large tool for amateurs and beginners pilots.

How does DJI Mini 2 SE evidence a video?

Recorded by DJI Mini 2 SE the image is simply good — reaches a maximum of 2.7K 30fps (zoom 3x) or 1080p 60fps (zoom 4x). The converter is identical to Mavic Mini and Mini SE, so it should not disappoint anyone. However, if you are looking for something sharper, Mini 2 will be a better choice due to the anticipation of recording in 4K. But why halt here? possibly it's worth choosing. Mini 3 with an even better matrix?

After dark, the quality of the recording falls — the Mini SE series is characterized by strong noises with a large ISO resulting from the usage of a tiny matrix. Additionally, the position control strategy up to 10 metres advanced uses optical sensors on the bottom of the drone. In case the drone can't see anything under it, it starts drifting and the pilot must actively counter its movements. The situation improves, however, as the drone shifts to holding position with GPS and interior gyroscopes.

Below are any recordings from DJI Mini, Mini SE and Mini 2 SE. Regardless of the drone, the quality of the recordings is the same.

Recording parameters have not changed compared to Mini SE:

• resolution: 1520p (2.7K) or 1080p;
• bitrate: 40000 kb/s (2.7K) – files are very delicate to weak memory cards;
• codec: h.264, MPEG-4 AVC;
• fps: 2.7K 24/25/30 fps, 1080p 24/25/30/48/50/60 fps;
• no sound;
• FOV 83 degrees, equivalent to 24 mm;
• F2.8;
• photos: 4000×3000 pixels.

How does Mini 2 SE take pictures?

A fewer years after the launch of this optical system, I can say that it is adequate for a beginner photographer. Mini 2 SE besides has a manual mode of photography in which you can set parameters specified as white balance, vulnerability time and ISO, and HDR automatic modes and save natural files as in Mini 2.

In addition, the Mini 2 SE drone lens is not capable of an aperture value. In specified a case, to accomplish the desired effect, you should manually execute the full photograph processing or usage external applications.

Flight time Mini 2 SE

Fully charged Mini 2 SE, it can fly up to 31 minutes under favorable conditions — 1 minute more than Mini SE. In practice, we can fly calmly for 25-27 minutes. However, remember that at low temperatures, before the flight, the battery must heat up before the drone agrees to take off. It is besides worth noting the fact that below 30% of charging the drone will not want to restart.

Mini DJI Test Summary 2 SE

DJI Mini 2 SE is simply a much better plan than the first version of Mavic Mini, which only somewhat subsides the standard version of Mini 2. Thanks to battery optimization and better propellers, the drone has somewhat better flight parameters. The base version of Mini 2 SE is simply a large option for a beginner pilot who wants to effort his best in the planet of drones, fly from time to time or take him on a trip. The Fly More Combo version includes additional batteries, propellers, charging station and case, but costs more than the basic version. It is then worth considering whether it is better to choose the base DJI Mini 3 RC-N1 which has a better camera, is more unchangeable and has a better photographic mode.

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