the fimi x8 mini will be a big competition for the
mini 2,
I think, when equipped with the "Pro battery"(brings weight down to 245gms), it could very definitely be a strong competitor to the
Mini 2. This assumes the camera and gimbal are near equals to the
Mini 2. As the X8 Mini adds many of the flight modes that the
Mini 2 dismisses, it has piqued my interest.
Unfortunately for Fimi, the detractors for the X8 Mini will include lack of availability of reasonably priced spare parts, aftermarket accessories and a DJI type care plan that is as liberal with replacement Fimi Minis as the DJI Care plan seems to be with Mini
2s. Also missing will be the crash diagnostics that come from DJI and the
Mini 2's community.
If Fimi can do it and sell it for $150 less than a comparably equipped
Mini 2, I'll take the chance on it. Too bad for Fimi that that price is unlikely. They must also apply for and receive the certifications from the various regulating authorities, such as, FCC. To operate one in the US without that certification would be unlawful. Users could suffer steep fines, confiscation of properety(AC) or possible loss of liberty. So potential buyers should beware.
If you want to compete with a long established market leader, in anything but a trivial way, you must offer.... A better value, a better product, or better reliability and support longevity. Many of the types of companies like Fimi, seem to prefer to make, not support their products for any length of time.
Time will tell, but I will not be holding my breath.