DJI Mavic 3 and Mavic 3 Pro Telephoto 7x Lens Comparison

Let's compare the Mavic 3 and Mavic 3 Pro Zoom lenses and see what the differences are. DJI made some big improvements on the new Mavic 3 pro 7x telephoto lens but how much better is it from the original Mavic 3 telephoto lens? Let's find out.

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[BrisWiz]

Really pleased you took the time to do this valuable comparison Jake. As an original Mavic 3 owner (who wants to upgrade to the Pro), I was curious to see the differences. Much appreciated.

[johnnybermudez]

As always Jake well done. That 100k Subscriber plaque is so well deserved. Thanks for always sharing your insight brother! 🙏🏼🎥

[CaminoAir]

Really appreciate this video, Jake. Not only for answering a key question about the M3 Pro for M3 also I need to relax after having just completed both my aviation authority drone licence renewal and my drone insurance policy renewal. And I'm only a recreational pilot! I can't imagine what the e-paperwork (and online technical glitches/quirks) would be like for a professional such as yourself.

[AbstractFilms]

Any clue what those white orbs / specs are flying across your screen at 0:47 & 0:48? I've captured a few over the years and they can be distracting.

[navpreetsingh]

Perfect just what I was looking for, thanks

[Thephotowanderer]

Hi i really loved your video
H265 video is lagging on my pc during playback, would you have any suggetion to remove the lag .
I have a mavic 3 cine
Thanks

[JonnyRay]

Thank you for making this comparison. It was VERY useful!

[vonheise]

If my memory is correct, one of the earlier complaints about the Autel was that it exaggerated sharpness, which can be either good or bad, but it would be nice to be able to adjust it in the settings or as you said, just turn off the change. I hate doing much editing as it is a slow process for me. I prefer to take time setting up the camera rather than additional editing. I actually like the Mavic 3 coloration better in some cases, especially with trees or green colors.

[petersuvara]

Thanks. Much appreciated, don't feel like I lose out too much on the mavic 3.

[CruisePerspectives]

Hey great stuff Jake, tell me what’s the comparison like with the 3x lens vs the standard lens cropped in to 3x (using better lens, better sensor and adjustable aperture) is the 3x lens provide any better results?

[RaminAbbasnezhad]

Hello, I have some questions about mavic 3 pro. I have DJI RC-RM330 Smart Controller for my drone mavic 3 pro. I dont see at all ( format code: D log m and apple pro res 422 in main (x1) and second (x3) camera, 12 mb or 48 mb resolution pixel in second camera) in cine and normal version. I bought my drone july 2023 and did not update my drone until now. Should I update at all? Does anyone knows the answer?

[flatheadprints]

Well done Jake, I didn't consider the Pro until I saw how much better it is. I guess my Mavic 3 is officially for sale now.

[reishimo]

Is the Pro Cine version worth? I might need one for TV docs but I'm not sure if ProRess is really better than H.265....

[DavieMorgan]

Jake how much Flight time you getting until your 1TB storage is full using Pro Res buddy ?

[ryanmcdonnell]

what software were you using to compare the side by side shots?

[FlyZoneFpv]

awesome comparison jake. yes the pro has a bit more focus and sharpening

[haydeezz]

how is the zoom comparation ? they have same quality zoom image ?

[BlairAir]

Well considered and useful to those on a fence. I'm really pleased with the Pro, all things considered, and agree with your assessment! A bit comicsl that the folks moaning about the upcoming Air 3 not having a 1 inch sensor absolutely love the 1-1/3 paired with the 70mm equivalent lens. I wouldn't argue against a larger main sensor, but for YouTube production the Air 3 will be a great setup. 10 m/s Ascend & Descend speeds are faster than Mavic 3, O4 transmission, fast charging, long flight times, etc. aren't enough, wait. I'm sure DJI will tweak imaging options now that the form factor is set. Its an agile, efficient and modernized platform.

[marianriabic]

I understand that you shoot mostly video and hence the sharpness uniformity across the frame is not as closely scrutinised as it is by stills shooters which I am one of. There has been fair bit of discussion going on various forums where people were troubled by soft blurry areas in their photos taken with the main 24mm Hassy camera. Have you looked into this? It would be nice to get your take on this. Some people have apparently returned 7 units and still see the same issue. I went through four Mavic3 before I got a reasonably good one so this is starting to look like a systemic lens problem with the main camera on all Mavic3 models

[BrendanRiley]

what software are you using for video editing?