Would the Mavic 2 Pro be a good buy now even 2 years after release ? Was looking at the Mavic Air 2 but I don’t like what I’ve seen of the DJI Fly app. You can’t even livestream from it.
I think the M3 would be very expensive if it is, as rumoured, a replacement for the Inspire 2.The M2P is a great drone, some have no doubt put off buying one, waiting for the much speculated about M3. Only guesses at this point as to when that might be.
If you also want the excellent Smart Controller,* that sort of cements the deal, the the Air 2 was supposed to also work with Ocusync on the SC after a software update - - that hasn't happened either.
*I'd give it 5 stars for functionality and features, but with one downside which is the non-user replaceable batteries. IMO that was plain dumb.
There are only a couple of real questions that you need to answer in the decision making process: 1) after reviewing the M2P documentation, will it do MORE than what I anticipate my needs/wants for a drone; 2) is there good support for the product in case I have questions or have a problem; and 3) can I afford it. If the answer is “yes” to all three questions is “yes” then “do the deal” and start flying, plain and simple.Would the Mavic 2 Pro be a good buy now even 2 years after release ? Was looking at the Mavic Air 2 but I don’t like what I’ve seen of the DJI Fly app. You can’t even livestream from it.
I think the M3 would be very expensive if it is, as rumoured, a replacement for the Inspire 2.
I am going to order a M2P because I really don't like the look of the Fly app. I don't like that it doesn't have the battery slider at the top, I don't like the obstacle detection orange bars at the top and bottom etc, I don't like that you can't livestream. Much prefer Go4 app.
Your list seems oddly disproportionate with a lot of detail for the MA2 but pretty much nothing for the M2P, many of the pro's for the Mavic Air 2 that the M2P also has are omitted, the MA2 doesn't have a physical zoom (it's just digital same as the M2P) and you've missed many of the advantages of the M2P such as the better controller with an inbuilt display (which strangely you list as a pro for the MA2 rather than a con), smart controller compatibility, works with DJI Go rather than the more basic Fly app, much better dynamic range and DJI goggles compatibility. It's a very strange way to summarise the two especially when you own an M2P.
Zeusfl - Thank u for such an informative post. One question I’d love u to answer if u don’t mind. Is the Air 2 much quieter than the M2pro? That will ultimately determine which one I buy. Thank u in advance.I own both drones. I own the MA2 for short period of time and here is my feedback.
Mavic 2 Pro:
Pros:
1- The camera is superior to the MA2 in quality. No noise, handle very well low light situations, you have control of everything with the camera as well.
2- Is faster. Not for much but is faster.
Negative:
1- Bigger drone, bulkier and expensive
Mavic Air 2
Pros:
1- 4K/60FPS is a plus recording videos, slow motion and zoom capable.
2- Battery last 3 minutes more over the Mavic 2 Pro
3- very compact design
4- The range is impressive without lag the video, very precise.
5- Offer more features for your money.
6- Very well constructed, feels solid but light.
7- SD card is easy to access compared to the M2P
8- Is a very fast drone. You can fly in sport mode without eat the battery quickly.
9- Very quiet
10- Remote control feels very well even when does not have display,
11- Landing LED can be turn on manually from the app.
12- Cost half of the price compared to M2P offering even more features
Negatives:
1- The camera produce too much noise in dark environments or cloudy day.
2- The app could be better
3- Not compatible yet with Smart Controller
4- Several reports from Batteries swelling or melting (i guess is a bad batch)
5- Batteries LED hard to see in sun light
6- The remote control does not have information screen
7- In paper says 48 Megapixels but honestly does not impress me at all. I like more the
quality of the 20 Megapixels from the M2P
Conclusion:
Both drones are amazing, the camera in one side from the M2P is superior but lack form zoom or slow motion recording. If you ask me what drone to recommend, i have to give the vote for the Mavic Air 2, for price, features and practicality.
If you can afford both drones, go for it because like me, i use each drone for different situations or scenarios. By the other side, i can not wait to see a Mavic 3 Pro.
Zeusfl - Thank u for such an informative post. One question I’d love u to answer if u don’t mind. Is the Air 2 much quieter than the M2pro? That will ultimately determine which one I buy. Thank u in advance.
Thank you very much, but you don’t have to go to those lengths. Your word is enough for me. I had read that they were comparable, with the Air 2 being slightly quieter. But I’m coming from an original Phantom 4 which is quite loud so anything would be an improvement I assume.Yes, the Mavic Air 2 is more quiet. I will do a video to compare the tree drones for you,
Guys I really appreciate the feedback here.
There are many pros and cons for both M2P and MA2 but ultimately my thing is that I don’t want to use the Fly app. I had a MP a couple years ago so I’m familiar with GO4 app and much prefer it to the Fly app. I know the MA2 is amazing value for money but I’m happy to pay extra for the M2P. Also as silly as it may sound, I want to be able to livestream, I quite enjoyed that with the MP
Is there any reason you didn't want to include the M2Z into your list? It will cost less (M2P), bridge the gap with Zoom function, give you go 4 (Streaming) and is really quite quiet with MAS props...I love mine with a SC I got mine 3 months ago, after dropping the MA2 pre-order...couple things didn't sit well with me it can't do that M2's can on my must haves. Just wondering?
And to follow up with thread, is it only the SC (Which I have) can turn on landing lights with a remote toggle? I just leave them on auto anyway.
And why is it DJI won't give us short press, long press double function on the back buttons like Litchi??? The SC has 6 programmable buttons for functions (7 with a firmware update supposedly) I would love to have two more available on C1 & C2.