DJI Mini SE Beginners Guide | Getting Ready For First Flight

There are many new pilots who are going to be choosing the new DJI Mini SE as their very first drone due to its low cost while still being a fully capable drone with all of DJI's goodness inside. I have put together this beginner's guide and tutorial to help those who have never flown a drone before get prepared for their very first flight. We cover all aspects of the drone both the hardware, software, what type of memory to use, charging the equipment, and offer many useful tips for new drone pilots along the way.

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[ApeXTechno]

I've been a teacher for about 30 years and found this to be a wonderful concise, clear and comprehensive guide to getting started. Very well done Sir! Now let's get flying!

[stacieroberts]

Drones have been intimidating for me. I got an SE mini after watching this video. I followed all the instructions and didn't feel nervous about it at all. Thank you for this amazing tutorial!

[bolt]

I think this is an excellent guide especially for beginners. I remember the first time I bought a drone, I can't wait to get on with it and fly mine the way other seasoned pilots do! But the ugly truth is it's kinda overwhelming at first! That's why a tutorial like this is truly helpful!

[smeeegheeeed]

Possibly the best tutorial I’ve watched on YouTube. Thanks for sharing!

[dotk]

As someone who panics, your advice on what’s to do in that situation was invaluable and has boosted my confidence. An excellent beginners guide video and I thank you for all of the trouble that you went to in making it.

[KennethDaMenath]

this was an insanely helpful guide! Thank you so much for being so calm and even giving advice on the anxiety of it all! I cant wait to go out and fly

[williamjolly]

I just purchased this drone.
It was the last one and they had three 2 days ago and I couldn't believe they sold that fast. I can't wait to get this drone up in the air! Thank you for the information.

[schtinerbock]

I was surprised the drone came with absolutely zero instructions so I'm glad I found your channel.

[ronaldpeele]

Who would want to buy toy category drones now when there's the Mini SE that's priced like a toy but does real camera drone functions?

[davidbuckley]

This video has been invaluable for me and I really appreciate the effort put into it. Two minor things that weren't mentioned though, the need to (and how to), calibrate the compass and that Battery care is quite complicated and worth researching.

For a landing pad, even a large piece of flat cardboard will do. It'll be far better than starting in the grass.

[deanhufton]

I've been considering a drone for a long time and came across the Mini SE combo at an affordable price . After watching your videos, I made my mind up, so thanks for a great tutorial .

[joeiever]

bought one few days ago, as a complete amateur and never flown a drone before, I managed to do some great flying and great shots. I dont need better then this for amateur use.

[WoWdropzone]

Very nice and simple explanations. It's how I like to teach. Your tone was pleasant as well, true Canadian style. lol

I definitely needed the beginner nervousness going away reassurance. I'm afraid of heights and got vertigo when I first started. It went away the more I flew around. To me though, I'm not just nervous from the vertigo but it's also because I'm afraid to hurt someone with the drone accidentally or lose the drone. I'm glad that's a normal feeling. I just need to fly more and gain that confidence.

Thanks for the video!

[chrishoole]

Thanks Sean. I’ve just purchased a mini se as we are about to to a road trip around the north coast of Scotland and wanted to capture some different views. I was absolutely terrified about my first flight but after just watching your tutorial I can’t wait for the drone to charge and get out there. Very clear instruction and held my attention from start to finish. Again thank you so much 👍

[tammysypniewski]

Thanks. I needed this masterclass. I’m off for ma maiden voyage!

[tea]

I wanted to get into the drone photography for a while. Recently I bought a DJI mini SE to try it around. Your guide gave me all the info I needed to start. Thank you.

[Fenrir]

Fantastic tutorial for raw beginners. Just got my SE and this is VERY useful. Many thanks for taking the trouble to make this.

[michaeldique]

As a complete beginner, I must say this was a very good and comprehensive guide to using this drone! Looking forward to receiving it in a couple of days!

[-Bearito]

I've just been offered this drone as a birthday gift and it's my first one. Your guide was awesome, thx! :)

[alperdayko]

Thank you for the most excellent and very best dji mini se video i ve ever seen!!!