Owning the DJI Phantom 4 Pro - Helpful Insights

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[EdRickerVlogs]

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[MartiniVision]

I'm at least a generation older than you Ed, and I wanted to say I appreciate your approach to your work and not simply calling attention to 'personality' as I've seen with other popular vloggers. After a lot of research for several months, I have pretty well decided on the P4 Pro, and it's nice to see an 'unadorned' review. Looking forward to watching more of your videos and reviews.

[misterstratocaster]

I've had my Phantom 4 Pro Plus V2 for just a couple months but over 30 hours of flight time. It flies very smoothly especially in tripod mode. I bought it mainly for the quality of the still photos - shoot everything in RAW - and just love the drone. The display of the Plus controller is very easy to see in raw sunlight. So far, it's done everything I've asked of it with no weirdness...very pleased.

[MLPics]

Some tips, calibrate your imu and compass to eliminate some of the positioning problems you seem to have in windy situations. Also disable vps when flying over water.

[KingFPV]

Absolutely spot on. I have the Pro+ because I didnt have an ipad to use but I have experienced everything you outlined here & can agree with you. I use the picture button quite a bit while recording video. I recommend it too! Thumbs up.

[alk]

I have the Glygh googles with HDMI module installed. These googles are awesome and they fill the requirement for LOS when using them as you can still visually see your drone while using the googles.

[bogman]

i've watched a couple of yer videos now - and i must say I really appreciate it that you don't do the dumb jokes and skits so many of these other reviewers resort to. great job.

[alk]

They have landing gear extenders for the P4P now. Work great I have them on my P4P V2.0

[steelman]

I bought the pro V2 with the built in display for an extra $300.00 and LOVE IT, the brightest day is no match for this screen! I had always used my Ipad and always had to find a shady spot to go to in order to see the detail from the camera. I also love it that don’t have to carry extra wires and hook wires from the controller to the ipad and find the DJI app and log onto it or make sure it is charged. Everything is here in the case. For me, I’m so happy I spent the extra $300 for the built in screen!

[slbynum]

Nice video. I love having that mechanical shutter and adjustable aperture of the P4P! It really makes video filming more flexible. I just can't go back to a locked aperture.

[darringallant]

Thanks for the tips Ed. You're a pro presenter, very personable.

[MrTinmansbrain]

Good review. The opiates give you a relaxed vibe.

[ChristiaanRoest]

Nice vid. I have never ejected the sd card by picking up the drone.

[Lishes]

The reason your drone goes up above water is because the sensors on the bottom of it are seeing water. I recommend turning them off when flying low over water especially when you have object above.

[brendanmurphy]

Great Video! You are my go to guy when it comes to learning about DJIs mavic and now Phantom 4 Pro! Keep it up!

[alk]

Never had that drifting problem with my P4P V2.0. Rock solid in winds up to 25 mph and I have flown in 30mph winds and it handled it. With the redundant IMUs and compass this bird is truest a PRO.

[ResizeFilms]

The point in getting the Pro+ is that the built in screen is more than twice as bright than any tablet or smartphone and his display won’t dim due to overheating, even in direct sun light. Also, no cables are required to work, it’s ready to go, much quicker to setup. Greetings

[shane]

yet another great informative video, thanks for sharing. Look forward to the comparison video between Mavic and the Phantom.

[sessins]

Man, thanks. The image quality on my Phantom 3 Pro (may she rest in peace) was so great to work with, I've been back and forth on a replacement. I wasn't as happy working with footage from the Mavic Pro 2. 4 Pro it is.

[ctrlaltdel]

Only mentioned your Mavic Pro about 3 times! Not bad