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DJI Mavic 2 Pro Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,320Max flight time:31 minVideo resolution:4K/30 fpsMax transmission distance:10 km

DJI Mavic 2 Pro Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 68 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

8.1

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the drone's quality, based on technical analyses and grades from independent expert reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best drones on the market.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 84% of models
Score components

85%

7.9

Technical score

15%

8.9

Review score ( 25 · 43)

Review score 15% · 8.9 · based on 68 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 15%, technical score 85%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades.
▲Better than 84% of drones
7.9

Technical score

Technical score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the drone's technical performance, covering key areas such as flight performance, camera quality, transmission, safety features, battery life, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare drones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 83% of models
Score components

26%

7.6

Flight

24%

7.7

Camera

20%

8.8

Safety

16%

7.9

Connectivity

14%

7.6

Battery & Design

▲Better than 83% of drones
8.9

Review score

Review score
8.9/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 15% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 4 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Grades by review (68)
25 reviews: 10 with a printed score, 15 estimated from the review. 43 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 15%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 14
✓ explicit
7

2.9%

10

pcmag.com

2.9%

9.4

photographylife.com

2.9%

9.0

cameralabs.com

2.9%

9.0

techradar.com

2.9%

9.0

digitalcameraworld.com

2.9%

9.0

space.com

2.9%

9.0

wired.com

≈ estimated
7

2.3%

9.0

slrlounge.com

2.3%

9.0

ppa.com

1.9%

9.5

contrastly.com

1.9%

9.0

hotelsandhandluggage.com

1.9%

9.0

shuttermuse.com

1.9%

9.0

tntmagazine.com

1.2%

9.5

iceland-photo-tours.com

Video reviews 10

1.2%

9.5

TFLoffroad

1.2%

9.5

Pocket-lint

1.2%

9.5

iPhonedo

1.2%

9.0

VIC VideopIC

1.2%

9.0

Stewart and Alina

1.2%

9.0

YugaTech

1.2%

9.0

Brendan van Son

1.2%

9.0

Dustin Dunnill

0.6%

9.0

Engadget

0.6%

9.0

Momentum Productions

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
★Better than 96% of drones
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Technical Specifications of drone DJI Mavic 2 Pro

Technical score
Technical score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the drone's technical performance, covering key areas such as flight performance, camera quality, transmission, safety features, battery life, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare drones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 83% of models
Score components:

26%

7.6

Flight

24%

7.7

Camera

20%

8.8

Safety

16%

7.9

Connectivity

14%

7.6

Battery & Design

7.9
Review score
Review score
8.9/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 15% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 4 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Grades by review (68)
25 reviews: 10 with a printed score, 15 estimated from the review. 43 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 15%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 14
✓ explicit
7

2.9%

10

pcmag.com

2.9%

9.4

photographylife.com

2.9%

9.0

cameralabs.com

2.9%

9.0

techradar.com

2.9%

9.0

digitalcameraworld.com

2.9%

9.0

space.com

2.9%

9.0

wired.com

≈ estimated
7

2.3%

9.0

slrlounge.com

2.3%

9.0

ppa.com

1.9%

9.5

contrastly.com

1.9%

9.0

hotelsandhandluggage.com

1.9%

9.0

shuttermuse.com

1.9%

9.0

tntmagazine.com

1.2%

9.5

iceland-photo-tours.com

Video reviews 10

1.2%

9.5

TFLoffroad

1.2%

9.5

Pocket-lint

1.2%

9.5

iPhonedo

1.2%

9.0

VIC VideopIC

1.2%

9.0

Stewart and Alina

1.2%

9.0

YugaTech

1.2%

9.0

Brendan van Son

1.2%

9.0

Dustin Dunnill

0.6%

9.0

Engadget

0.6%

9.0

Momentum Productions

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.9
Popularity
Popularity
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the drone.
When it matters
When you prefer to choose a drone reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 72% of models
Popularity:
DJI Mavic 2 Pro has a popularity score of 8.4 points, which is higher than that of 71.8% of products in this category.
8.4
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the drone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a drone with a good balance between flight quality, camera features, and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 76% of models
Score components:

60%

8.1

Overall score

40%

3.5

Price

6.7
Max flight time
31 min
Max flight time
31 min
▲ Better than 72% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 31 min, longer than 71.5% of drones and equal to 4.5% of drones.
Max flight distance
8 km
Max flight distance
8 km
▲ Better than 70% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a max flight distance of 8 km, farther than 70.2% of drones and equal to 1.1% of drones.
Maximum range varies by region (for example FCC vs CE).
Max flight speed
20 m/s
Max flight speed
20 m/s
▲ Better than 82% of models
Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
This drone has a max flight speed of 20 m/s, faster than 81.7% of drones and equal to 6.3% of drones.
Max wind resistance
10.6 m/s
Max wind resistance
10.6 m/s
▼ Worse than 52% of models
Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
This drone has max wind resistance of 10.6 m/s, lower than 51.8% of drones and equal to 1.4% of drones.
Max service ceiling (ASL)
6,000 m
Max service ceiling (ASL)
6,000 m
▲ Better than 81% of models
Market range: <120 m – >6k m
This drone has a max service ceiling of 6,000 m, higher than 81.3% of drones and equal to 12.7% of drones.
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What reviewers say
Video resolution
4K/30 fps
Video resolution
4K/30 fps
▲ Better than 58% of models
This drone records video at 4K/30 fps, higher than 58.4% of drones and equal to 20.3% of drones.
4K camera
yes
4K camera
yes
▲ Better than 46% of models
This drone supports 4K video. 46% of drones support 4K video.
Sensor size
1"
Sensor size
1"
▲ Better than 84% of models
This drone has a sensor size of 1", larger than 84.3% of drones and equal to 8.3% of drones.
Main camera megapixels
20 MP
Main camera megapixels
20 MP
▲ Better than 64% of models
Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
This drone has a main camera resolution of 20 MP, higher than 64% of drones and equal to 9.3% of drones.
Max movie bitrate
100 Mbps
Max movie bitrate
100 Mbps
▼ Worse than 41% of models
Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
This drone has a max movie bitrate of 100 Mbps, higher than 30.3% of drones and equal to 29% of drones.
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What reviewers say
Obstacle detection
yes
Obstacle detection
yes
▲ Better than 70% of models
This drone supports obstacle detection. 69.5% of drones support obstacle detection.
Return to Home (RTH)
yes
Return to Home (RTH)
yes
▲ Better than 33% of models
This drone supports Return-to-Home (RTH). 33% of drones support Return-to-Home (RTH).
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
▲ Better than 35% of models
This drone supports GPS. 35.3% of drones support GPS.
GNSS systems supported
GPS, GLONASS
GNSS systems supported
GPS, GLONASS
▲ Better than 50% of models
This drone supports GPS, GLONASS GNSS systems, which are more comprehensive than those of 49.8% and the same as those of 17.1%.
Obstacle sensing directions
omnidirectional
Obstacle sensing directions
omnidirectional
▲ Better than 83% of models
This drone senses obstacles in omnidirectional directions, which is more comprehensive than that of 83.4% and the same as that of 16.6%.
Limited side sensing in certain modes still counts as omnidirectional coverage.
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What reviewers say
Max transmission distance
10 km
Max transmission distance
10 km
▲ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a max transmission distance of 10 km, farther than 75.5% of drones and equal to 9.2% of drones.
Maximum range varies by region; CE/SRRC/MIC limits can be lower.
Transmission latency
130 ms
Transmission latency
130 ms
▲ Better than 42% of models
Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
This drone has transmission latency of 130 ms, lower than 42.3% of drones and equal to 15.5% of drones.
Video transmission system
OcuSync 2.0
Video transmission system
OcuSync 2.0
▲ Better than 73% of models
This drone uses OcuSync 2.0 for video transmission, which is more advanced than the system used by 72.8% and the same as that used by 2.1%.
Live view quality
1080p@30 fps
Live view quality
1080p@30 fps
▲ Better than 61% of models
This drone offers live view quality of 1080p@30 fps, higher-quality than 60.9% of drones and equal to 18.8% of drones.
Remote control
yes
Remote control
yes
▲ Better than 5% of models
This drone has a handheld remote controller. 5% of drones offer this.
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
3,850 mAh
Battery capacity
3,850 mAh
▲ Better than 81% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 3,850 mAh, larger than 81.4% of drones and equal to 0.5% of drones.
Battery energy
59.29 Wh
Battery energy
59.29 Wh
▲ Better than 84% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 59.29 Wh, higher than 83.5% of drones and equal to 0.6% of drones.
Charging time
90 min
Charging time
90 min
▲ Better than 44% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 90 min, faster than 43.8% of drones and equal to 18.8% of drones.
Weight
907 g
Weight
907 g
▼ Worse than 89% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 907 g, heavier than 88.7% of drones.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
▲ Better than 1% of models
This drone has a removable battery. 0.5% of drones have a removable battery.
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What reviewers say

DJI Mavic 2 Pro vs the average drone

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  • Larger sensor size
    Sensor size
    1"
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    This drone has a larger sensor than the average drone (1" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    1" vs 1/2.3"
  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
  • 9 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    10 km
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (10 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    Maximum range varies by region; CE/SRRC/MIC limits can be lower.
    10 km vs 1 km
  • 3 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    3
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This drone has more gimbal axes than the average drone (3 vs 0). The average drone has 0 gimbal axes.
    3 vs 0
  • 11 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    31 min
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (31 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    31 min vs 20 min
  • Supports low-light mode
    Low light mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    This drone supports low-light mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 5 m/s faster flight speed
    Max flight speed
    20 m/s
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a higher max flight speed than the average drone (20 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    20 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • More color profile options
    Color profiles
    Normal, D-Log M, HLG
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This drone supports Normal, D-Log M, HLG color profiles, while the average drone supports Normal.
    Normal, D-Log M, HLG vs Normal
  • 11 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    31 min
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (31 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    31 min vs 20 min
  • 5 m/s faster flight speed
    Max flight speed
    20 m/s
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a higher max flight speed than the average drone (20 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    20 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • 7 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    8 km
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (8 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    Maximum range varies by region (for example FCC vs CE).
    8 km vs 1 km
  • 2,500 m higher service ceiling
    Max service ceiling (ASL)
    6,000 m
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <120 m – >6k m
    This drone can fly at a higher max service ceiling than the average drone (6000 m vs 3500 m). The average drone reaches 3500 m.
    6,000 m vs 3,500 m
  • Larger sensor size
    Sensor size
    1"
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    This drone has a larger sensor than the average drone (1" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    1" vs 1/2.3"
  • 3 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    3
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This drone has more gimbal axes than the average drone (3 vs 0). The average drone has 0 gimbal axes.
    3 vs 0
  • Supports low-light mode
    Low light mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    This drone supports low-light mode, while the average drone does not.
  • More color profile options
    Color profiles
    Normal, D-Log M, HLG
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This drone supports Normal, D-Log M, HLG color profiles, while the average drone supports Normal.
    Normal, D-Log M, HLG vs Normal
  • More video codec options
    Video codecs supported
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC video codecs, while the average drone supports H.264/AVC.
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC vs H.264/AVC
  • Captures RAW photos
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This drone can capture RAW photos, while the average drone cannot.
  • More advanced stabilization
    Image stabilization type
    3-Axis Mechanical
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This drone uses 3-Axis Mechanical image stabilization, while the average drone uses EIS (Digital).
    3-Axis Mechanical vs EIS (Digital)
  • Richer manual controls
    Manual camera controls
    full
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone offers full manual camera controls, while the average drone offers no.
    full vs no
  • More video format options
    Video formats
    MP4, MOV
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    This drone supports MP4, MOV video formats, while the average drone supports MP4.
    MP4, MOV vs MP4
  • Supports slow-motion mode
    Slow-motion mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    This drone supports slow-motion mode, while the average drone does not.
  • More capable focus system
    Focus system
    contrast AF (CDAF) + manual focus
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This drone uses contrast AF (CDAF) + manual focus for focusing, while the average drone uses fixed focus.
    contrast AF (CDAF) + manual focus vs fixed focus
  • 8 GB more internal storage
    Internal storage
    8 GB
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >8 GB
    This drone has more internal storage than the average drone (8 GB vs 0 GB). The average drone has 0 GB of internal storage.
    8 GB vs 0 GB
  • Supports burst mode
    Burst mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This drone supports burst mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 8 MP more camera resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    20 MP
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
    This drone has more main camera megapixels than the average drone (20 MP vs 12 MP). The average drone has 12 MP on the main camera.
    20 MP vs 12 MP
  • Supports panorama mode
    Panorama mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 54% of models
    This drone supports panorama mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 6,400 ISO higher max ISO
    Max ISO
    12,800 ISO
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >25.6k ISO
    This drone reaches a higher max ISO than the average drone (12800 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average drone reaches 6400 ISO.
    12,800 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
  • 7 more flight modes
    N. of intelligent flight modes
    11
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <0 – >8
    This drone offers more intelligent flight modes than the average drone (11 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
    ActiveTrack, Follow Me, Spotlight, POI, Waypoint Flight, TapFly, QuickShots, Hyperlapse, Terrain Follow, Course Lock, Home Lock
    11 vs 4
  • Supports waypoint flight
    Waypoint flight
    yes
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This drone supports waypoint flight, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports QuickShots
    QuickShots
    yes
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone supports QuickShots, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports TapFly
    TapFly
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This drone supports TapFly, while the average drone does not.
  • 7.5 m/s faster tracking speed
    Max subject tracking speed
    20 m/s
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <8 m/s – >20 m/s
    This drone can track subjects at a higher speed than the average drone (20 m/s vs 12.5 m/s). The average drone tracks subjects at 12.5 m/s.
    20 m/s vs 12.5 m/s
  • Remote ID
    Remote ID
    yes
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    This drone supports Remote ID, while the average drone does not.
    Available via firmware update.
  • 3.64x lower takeoff weight
    Max takeoff weight
    907 g
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >1.1k g
    This drone has a lower max takeoff weight than the average drone (907 g vs 249 g). The average drone has a max takeoff weight of 249 g.
    907 g vs 249 g
  • 9 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    10 km
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (10 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    Maximum range varies by region; CE/SRRC/MIC limits can be lower.
    10 km vs 1 km
  • More polished companion app
    Companion app
    DJI GO 4
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This drone uses the DJI GO 4 companion app, while the average drone uses HS FPV.
    DJI GO 4 vs HS FPV
  • Better live view quality
    Live view quality
    1080p@30 fps
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This drone has better live view quality than the average drone (1080p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
    1080p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
  • 42.11 Wh more battery energy
    Battery energy
    59.29 Wh
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has higher battery energy than the average drone (59.3 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    59.29 Wh vs 17.18 Wh
  • 1,650 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,850 mAh
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (3850 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    3,850 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • More modern charging port
    Charging interface
    proprietary
    ▼ Worse than 42% of models
    This drone uses proprietary for charging, while the average drone uses micro-USB.
    proprietary vs micro-USB
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    GPS, GLONASS
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This drone supports GPS, GLONASS GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    GPS, GLONASS vs GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
  • 3.69x higher weight
    Weight
    907 g
    ▼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (907 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    907 g vs 246 g
  • Narrower aperture
    Aperture
    f/2.8-f/11
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    This drone has a narrower aperture than the average drone (f/2.8-f/11 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/2.8-f/11 vs f/2
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/30 fps
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • 5 years older release date
    Release date
    2018
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This drone is older than the average drone (2018 vs 2023). The average drone was released in 2023.
    August 2018
    2018 vs 2023
  • 1 m/s slower descent speed
    Max descent speed
    3 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <2 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone descends more slowly than the average drone (3 m/s vs 4 m/s). The average drone descends at 4 m/s.
    Value reflects maximum descent speed in higher-performance flight mode.
    3 m/s vs 4 m/s
  • 0.1 m/s lower wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    10.6 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone handles weaker wind than the average drone (10.6 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    10.6 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
  • 6.6x more expensive
    DJI Mavic 2 Pro is more expensive than the average drone (£1,320 vs £200).
    £1,320 vs £200
  • 6.6x more expensive
    DJI Mavic 2 Pro is more expensive than the average drone (£1,320 vs £200).
    £1,320 vs £200
  • 5.1% worse value for money
    DJI Mavic 2 Pro has worse value for money than the average drone (6.71 vs 7.1).
    6.71 vs 7.06
  • 5 years older release date
    Release date
    2018
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This drone is older than the average drone (2018 vs 2023). The average drone was released in 2023.
    August 2018
    2018 vs 2023
  • 0.1 m/s lower wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    10.6 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone handles weaker wind than the average drone (10.6 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    10.6 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
  • 1 m/s slower descent speed
    Max descent speed
    3 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <2 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone descends more slowly than the average drone (3 m/s vs 4 m/s). The average drone descends at 4 m/s.
    Value reflects maximum descent speed in higher-performance flight mode.
    3 m/s vs 4 m/s
  • Narrower aperture
    Aperture
    f/2.8-f/11
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    This drone has a narrower aperture than the average drone (f/2.8-f/11 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/2.8-f/11 vs f/2
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/30 fps
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • 13 ° narrower field of view
    Field of view
    77 °
    ▼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a narrower field of view than the average drone (77 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    77 ° vs 90 °
  • 3 x lower digital zoom
    Digital zoom
    0 x
    ▼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >16 x
    This drone offers less digital zoom than the average drone (0 x vs 3 x). The average drone offers 3 x of digital zoom.
    0 x vs 3 x
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    GPS, GLONASS
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This drone supports GPS, GLONASS GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    GPS, GLONASS vs GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • More basic transmission system
    Video transmission system
    OcuSync 2.0
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This drone uses OcuSync 2.0 for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
    OcuSync 2.0 vs SkyLink 2.0
  • More basic controller
    Controller model
    RC1A
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    This drone uses the RC1A controller, while the average drone uses LiteRadio 4 SE.
    RC1A vs LiteRadio 4 SE
  • 3.69x higher weight
    Weight
    907 g
    ▼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (907 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    907 g vs 246 g
  • 21.5 mm taller body height
    Height
    84 mm
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is taller than the average drone (84 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    84 mm vs 62.5 mm
  • 47 mm longer body length
    Length
    322 mm
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
    This drone is longer than the average drone (322 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
    322 mm vs 275 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
VIC VideopIC
≈ estimated
14/09/2020
Hands-on review · photo quality tests vs a full-frame DSLR
Verdict
DJI Mavic 2 Pro takes excellent photos for a drone, but avoid shooting into the sun and skip HDR mode.
9.0
Stewart and Alina
≈ estimated
24/08/2019
Long-term review · a year of use in several countries
Verdict
DJI Mavic 2 Pro has held up well after a year of use, but it is not right for everyone.
9.5
TFLoffroad
≈ estimated
18/08/2019
Hands-on review · video quality and software issues
Verdict
DJI Mavic 2 Pro is the best portable prosumer drone available right now, despite its software frustrations.
9.0
YugaTech
≈ estimated
24/03/2019
Beginner's hands-on review · flights and key features
Verdict
DJI Mavic 2 Pro is easy to fly for beginners and delivers great footage, though it is expensive for casual hobbyists.
9.5
Pocket-lint
≈ estimated
02/10/2018
Hands-on review · flight, camera and photo tests
Verdict
DJI Mavic 2 Pro is a professional drone that combines strong imagery with a portable, foldable design.
9.0
Brendan van Son
≈ estimated
08/09/2018
Hands-on review · field test with flights in Crete
Verdict
DJI Mavic 2 Pro is a major upgrade over earlier drones: faster, smoother and quieter, though firmware updates were frustrating.
9.0
Dustin Dunnill
≈ estimated
07/09/2018
Hands-on flight test · setup, tracking, battery and landing tests
Verdict
DJI Mavic 2 Pro is a great drone overall, though flight time falls short and precision landing has been removed.
9.5
iPhonedo
≈ estimated
23/08/2018
In-depth hands-on review · flight tests and key features
Verdict
DJI Mavic 2 Pro is the best drone on the market and recommended for pilots at any experience level.
9.0
Momentum Productions
≈ estimated
06/09/2018
First impressions · own flights and early tests
Verdict
DJI Mavic 2 Pro is a clear step up from the original Mavic; the full review is still to come.
9.0
Engadget
≈ estimated
06/09/2018
Comparison review · Pro and Zoom models
Verdict
DJI Mavic 2 Pro is the pick for photographers thanks to its excellent image quality, though its high price is the main drawback.

What reviewers agree on

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

10
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
04/09/2019
Expert review · Camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro is a foldable drone with a 1-inch Hasselblad camera that takes excellent low-light shots, held back by only 8GB of built-in storage.
9.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
15/06/2021
Expert review · Camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro gives excellent low-light photos and long, steady flights, but it is heavier than newer drones and limited to 30fps in 4K.
9.4
photographylife.com
✓ explicit
28/10/2020
Expert review · Landscape photography
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro suits landscape photographers with its 1-inch sensor and adjustable aperture, though it can't shoot vertical photos and softens past f/5.6.
9.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
19/11/2018
Expert review · Camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro is a hard-to-crash, fast drone with a great low-light camera, held back by 1080p-only Hyperlapse and inconsistent white balance.
9.0
shuttermuse.com
≈ estimated
30/10/2018
Expert review · Pro imaging
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro is a well-built, quiet, foldable drone with a 1-inch camera for serious photographers, though it lacks 4K 60fps.
9.5
iceland-photo-tours.com
≈ estimated
21/07/2021
Photographer review · Aerial photography
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro is a strong aerial photography drone with a 1-inch sensor and smart flight modes, though it lacks portrait mode and weighs 907g.
9.0
ppa.com
≈ estimated
01/09/2018
Expert review · Camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro is a quiet, take-anywhere drone with a great 1-inch camera, but real flights last 20–25 minutes, not the claimed 31.
9.0
tntmagazine.com
≈ estimated
23/07/2024
Expert review · Camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro shoots sharp 4K and 20MP stills from a portable body, but it has no optical zoom and is fairly heavy.
9.0
space.com
✓ explicit
01/11/2021
Overview · Foldable drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro is a foldable drone with a 1-inch Hasselblad sensor for 20MP stills and 10-bit video, but its lens cannot be swapped.
9.0
cameralabs.com
✓ explicit
08/10/2018
Lab test · Camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro is a compact drone with a top-class 1-inch camera and full obstacle sensing, but it can't film 4K at 60fps.
9.0
hotelsandhandluggage.com
≈ estimated
14/09/2019
Travel test · Camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro is a top travel drone with rich, detailed photos and 10-bit video, though you'll need spare batteries and portrait shots are weaker.
9.0
slrlounge.com
≈ estimated
08/09/2018
Hands-on test · Camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro gives Phantom 4 Pro-level image quality in a foldable body and stays steady in wind, but storage is small.
9.0
digitalcameraworld.com
✓ explicit
Undated
Expert review · Aerial photography
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro suits serious aerial photographers who want top image quality and quiet flight, though it has no zoom and 10-bit footage takes work to edit.
9.5
contrastly.com
≈ estimated
Undated
Hands-on test · Aerial photography
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro gives excellent photos from its 1-inch camera and flies 31 minutes, but there's no vertical mode and the controller fit is tight.
9.0
drohnen.de
≈ estimated
23/08/2018
Series review · Foldable drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro is a quieter foldable drone with 360-degree obstacle sensing and a 20MP Hasselblad camera, but its side sensors are limited in some modes.
9.0
spiegel.de
≈ estimated
29/08/2018
Review · Camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro is easy to fly and steady, with top image quality from its 1-inch Hasselblad camera, but it is heavier and bulkier than more compact models.
drohnen.de
23/08/2018
Not graded yet
8.4
chip.de
✓ explicit
13/01/2022
Imaging review · Foldable drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro offers excellent dynamic range and 10-bit color from a 1-inch sensor, but it is heavier than its predecessor and can't record 4K at 60fps.
9.0
vr-copter.de
≈ estimated
01/08/2018
Expert review · Camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro gives excellent images and quiet, steady flights of about 31 minutes, held back mainly by its small built-in storage.
9.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
23/08/2024
Review · Photo drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro suits photographers who want an adjustable aperture and 10-bit video from a steady drone, though at 900g it must be registered.
10
lesnumeriques.com
✓ explicit
30/12/2018
Review · Foldable camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro offers excellent image quality from its 1-inch sensor and smart modes like Hyperlapse, but its 8GB of internal storage fills fast with 4K video.
9.0
widermag.com
≈ estimated
05/05/2020
Field test · Versus Parrot Anafi
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro beats the Parrot Anafi on stability, safety sensors and image quality, but travelers will feel its extra weight.
9.0
xataka.com
≈ estimated
22/09/2018
Image-quality review · Foldable drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro is a foldable drone with top image quality from its 1-inch Hasselblad sensor, but it lacks 4K at 60fps and interchangeable lenses.
9.5
fotografidigitali.it
≈ estimated
01/06/2019
Camera review · Portable drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro is a portable alternative to the Phantom 4 Pro, with a 1-inch Hasselblad camera and stable flight, though 4K tops out at 30fps.
9.0
dronezine.it
≈ estimated
09/09/2018
Expert review · Camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro is a quiet, foldable drone with superb image quality for demanding creators, but at over 900g it needs registration in many countries.
9.0
broadcastmagazine.nl
≈ estimated
03/07/2019
Review · Portable camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro produces excellent 20MP RAW stills and flies steadily in wind, though it is heavier than the Mavic Air and its app can be inconsistent.

Third-party reviews

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What we like about DJI Mavic 2 Pro

  • Superior 1-inch Hasselblad sensor providing professional 20MP stills and 10-bit Dlog-M video
  • Omnidirectional obstacle avoidance sensors that greatly reduce the risk of crashes
  • OcuSync 2.0 transmission offering stable 1080p video feed and impressive range up to 8km
  • Highly portable, foldable design that fits into standard camera bags
  • Excellent battery life, rated for up to 31 minutes with actual flight times averaging 25-27 minutes
  • Significantly quieter flight noise with a lower frequency 'buzz' compared to previous models

What we don't like about DJI Mavic 2 Pro

  • High retail price compared to other consumer drones like the Mavic Air
  • Lack of 4K recording at 60fps, which is standard on some other 'Pro' models
  • Loss of the native portrait (vertical) shooting mode found on the original Mavic Pro
  • Limited 8GB of internal storage is often considered insufficient for high-bitrate 4K video
  • Camera sharpness can fall off significantly at narrow apertures beyond f/5.6
  • Auto White Balance (AWB) can sometimes shift unexpectedly during a single shot

Verdict

The DJI Mavic 2 Pro is a premium foldable drone built around a 20MP 1-inch Hasselblad camera with adjustable aperture and 4K HDR video recording. It combines strong image quality, omnidirectional obstacle sensing, a stable 3-axis gimbal, and a flight time of around 31 minutes, making it one of the most capable all-round camera drones of its generation. Key strengths include excellent low-light performance, the flexibility of the f/2.8-f/11 aperture range, and reliable OcuSync 2.0 transmission. Its drawbacks are the relatively high weight, higher price than smaller DJI models, and the lack of newer features such as native vertical shooting or 4K/60fps recording.

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