DJI Air 3s vs Mavic 3 Pro

The DJI Air 3s is the newest drone so how does it compare to the DJI Mavic 3? Image quality comparisons active track and more lets break down all the differences between the DJI Air 3s and Mavic 3 Pro.

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00:00 Intro
01:43 Footage comparions
02:26 Slow motion comparison
03:40 Log vs normal comparison
04:51 Low light comparison
07:11 Photo comparison
08:42 Active Track Comparison
10:13 Top Speed comparisons
11:44 Battery life and flight handling
12:39 Noise Levels
13:10 Price
14:44 Outro

[Philonic]

I’m blown away by how quiet my Air 3S is. I’m really liking it so far. Learning how to get the most out of it at night but I’ve gotten some great pictures already

[SimplyScotlandPhotography]

Much respect for putting in the miles in that snow 😊. I will stick with my Air2S till I see what the Mavic 4 brings us.

[MrEddieNunez]

One of the best comparison videos I’ve seen so far. Nice work Jake!

[bubbachunky]

Love this new compare and contrast format - people always want to compare - honest reviews, thorough evaluation, and experienced technical insight about what matters - appreciate you Jake

[jfunk]

Definitely sticking with my mavic 3, the mavic 4 is right around the corner and I'd rather wait for that

[MJCarter-]

Thanks Jake, great comparison video! You covered everything I needed to know and just saved me about $2000 NZ! I'm sticking with my 3 Pro and going to wait for the Mavic 4 Pro. By the way it was your night time video with the Mavic 3 pro that sold me on it last year. :) Always a pleasure watching your videos and such fantastic scenery.

[TargetZoneVTEC]

The comparison of MAVIC3PROvsAIR3s shooting was very helpful. Thanks.
I've decided to purchase additional MAVIC3 batteries!

[kernzilla]

THIS is the review the community has been waiting for. I know these tests aren't easy to do Jake, thanks for taking the time to do a great job on this here 👏👏

[johnsoncityaerialphotograp]

Thanks Jake. Like many for my work I just demand having the aperture adjustment, and the larger sensor so I’ll definitely be waiting on the Mavic 4.. (as I’ve got 2 Mavic 3’s sent off to Drone Nerds to get repaired and I’m flying with a Mavic 2 Pro to get by right now haha) . I downloaded some of Billy’s Air 3s dng’s and brought them into LR and they seemed pretty soft and also thought the lens design was poor despite the extra resolution. Cheers friend!

[PrestonGladd]

I think we are at a point to where there is no "bad" consumer/prosumer drones. Unless you step up to the cine or inspire you're not going to see major differences anymore.

[hidaven]

Maybe it’s time for Jakey to get some reader glasses? : ) the M3P image across the board is clearer, better contrast, sharper hands down. Not night and day but big enough. The color was also better on the M3P vs the blue cast on the other. Top speed is better for sure, I’m sure they could adjust that in a Few revision but in true DJI fashion to keep picking the consumers pockets, they won’t. Good review in a stunning landscape!

[neil.dickinson]

Great video showing the wonderful scenery where you live 😍 I’m holding out for the Mavic 4 Pro.

[markkempton]

Thank you for the comparison! Seeing as my M3Pro was new in 2023, I'm not in any hurry to replace it. And as a primarily stills and, specifically, low-light stills photographer, I do not see myself going backward in sensor size any time soon. I'm actually exploring a build-your-own platform that can hold a full frame or APC-C body. I'd love an Inspire, but I don't make enough from my drone work to justify it right now. Thanks for planting that seed, though!

[arunr]

The mavic 3 pro to me is still the most outstanding cinematic drone I've flown... good to see some others coming closer with a more accessible price point though.

[FotografHuatorp]

Thank you for the honest and professionally good comparison. Are tons of bad comparison videos made by people who have no idea about photography. Most are bought by DJI as well.

[rhdrones]

Hatcher Pass is so scenic in the winter (and the other spots you filmed in as well). Great video! The video I made in Alaska a couple of years back featured a few shots there.

[smokeyproductions]

I give you the highest praises for your drone photography, you are right there with iPhonedo. Another video well done👍🏾👍🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[medwynvermin]

Pulls up a chair, I have been looking forward to this one.. Many thanks Jake. 👌

[AnastasTarpanov]

Just got an Air 3s after 2+ years working with Air 2s, so can't wait what the machine is capable of.

[anthonysmith]

Your video's never disappoint 👍 even if I'm gonna sit on my m3 original, i still love seeing your footage and insight. I hear the cold helps you stay younger longer. Here's to a long life 🍻