ADU 01066: DJI Mavic Mini – Is It Worth Buying This Drone?

DJI Mavic Mini Review Today's question is about the DJI Mavic Mini. What are the advantages and disadvantages of owning this 250-gram drone? Our caller for today, Frank wants to learn more about the DJI Mavic Mini. Specifically, what is the Mavic Mini good for? Sure, it is a compact, affordable, and does not need registration (more on this in the show). But, is this a good drone for commercial aerial photography and videography? Can you build a sustainable drone business with this drone? Further, we clarify some important rules for drones weighing less than 250 grams. If you wish to learn more about drone laws governing the DJI Mavic Mini, you might want to check out our previous ADU show, "How can Part 107 Pilots Legally Fly a Drone in Canada with Transport Canada". We wrap up this show by comparing the Mini to its larger cousins like the Mavic Air and Mavic 2 Pro. Thanks for the great question, Frank. Fly Safe! May this festive season sparkle and shine, may all of your wishes and dreams come true, and may you feel this happiness all year round. Merry Christmas from the Drone U Family! Do not forget to sign up for the Drone U Giveaway! We are offering some unique and amazing prizes worth a cool $9,000! What are you waiting for? Sign up now! Do you wish to learn from world-class pilots with real world experience? This could be your chance. The Drone U Fly-in Challenge will be held from April 4-5 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. These unique drone games are designed to test your flying ability as you will be asked to complete carefully designed flight missions that mimic real-world scenarios. Don't miss the chance to participate in the BIGGEST and BEST drone event of the year. Limited Spots Available! Book Now! Recently crashed your drone? Unable to find trained technicians who can repair your drone quickly and at a reasonable rate? Don’t fret. The cool folks at Fortress UAV can help you get your drone back up in the air in as little as 7 days! Use Promo Code “DroneU” to get 25% off. Drone U Members get an extra 5% off on total repair costs. Check them out now! Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Looking for simple, fast, and transparent coverage that gives you peace of mind? Our friends at Skywatch are offering affordable on-demand drone insurance that rewards YOU for flying safely. Check them out NOW! Both hourly and monthly options available. Follow us: Site - https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram - https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Get your copy of “Livin’ the Drone Life” – http://amzn.to/2nalUDH Get your copy of our Part 107 Study Guide – https://amzn.to/2omQatT/ Check out our upcoming Mapping Classes – https://thedroneu.clickfunnels.com/drone-u-mapping-classes-2019 Timestamps [01:38] Sign up for the Drone U Giveaway! [05:27] Today's question is about the DJI Mavic Mini [06:02] Should you buy the DJI Mavic Mini? We explore the pros and cons [07:06] What are the rules for flying a drone weighing less than 250 grams outside of the United States? [07:33] Is it mandatory for Part 107 pilots to register a drone weighing less than 250 grams? [08:08] What are the rules for flying a DJI Mavic Mini in Canada? [10:18] Is the compact size of the Mini a huge advantage? [10:41] Main drawbacks of the Mavic Mini [11:32] Is this a good training drone for new Part 107 pilots? [12:38] Is the Mini an easy drone to fly? [13:00] Things that hobby pilots should keep in mind befo...