Top 10 Problems with the DJI Air 2S

The DJI Air 2S is fantastic but it could be better. We will break down the 10 things we think would make it a better drone.
0:00 Intro
1:08 - No side obstacle avoidance
2:02 - No compatibility with goggles or motion controller
2:58 - Mastershots
3:49 - No HDR video
4:20 - Less flight time
5:25 - Fly more bag
6:04 - Fixed aperture
6:26 - Missing modes
7:11 - No zoom in picture mode
7:33 - No tripod mode
8:35 - Conclusions and when you'll see improvements
9:09 - Who wants a free drone?

#drone #dji #air2s
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[baadlyrics]

Honestly for the price of the air 2s its the best drone you can get still today in 2022 when it comes to price and how much you get for your cash. Its awesome

[toonj]

Some misconceptions here regarding HDR.
HDR video on mavic 2 is like HDR photo which means it is "baked in" there is no dynamic metadata and it will not make an HDR TV switch to a true HDR mode. But the Air 2s has HLG video and that is true 10-bit HDR meaning that your TV will switch to HDR mode when you playback that HLG file

[battery_wattage]

I have to disagree on the top mounted sensors. They have a wide angle field of view that can see almost forward and upward. Recently I shot some photos inside a church for my client and those sensors gave a good idea of how close I was to the ceiling since I could not tell from floor.

Also related to battery life. My friend bought the Air 2 a while back and the battery compatibility with the 2S was a money saver for him since he did not need a fly more combo. Sometimes there are pros and cons using the same battery. Some complained that the Mavic 2 did not support the original mavic batteries.

On your other points I do agree. It seems like DJI was rushing this drone as a intermediary before the Mavic 3.

[Bill]

You can easily adjust your control settings in the menu. If you want slower movement just fine tune to your liking. Side sensor would be a big plus and zoom in picture 📸 and video.

[pikacheese]

Since DJI's quick on software updates with their drones, hopefully they'll add some of the quick shot modes and zoom feautre we want to see on the a2s on their upcoming updates

[thomasfrench]

Three things that drive me crazy with the A2S that weren't mentioned in the video: You have to unfold the arms to remove or insert the Micro SD card. You get back home, the drone is folded up, and if you want to get your files, you have to unfold the arms. Put the slot where you can access it without having to unfold the arms. Same thing for the battery, if you are charging at night, one gets fully charged, and all you want to do is put it in the drone for tomorrow, you have to unfold the arms to put it in - and then of course fold them back up to put the drone back in the case. But the NUMBER ONE thing I don't like is the fact that the Charge Phone option has to be enabled for every flight. Leave it set as I set it. Don't reset it to off and make me waste precious flight time having to go into the menu, select the second tab, scroll down, and slide the option to on for every flight. Why does everything else stay set but the charge phone option doesn't? Especially as the phone battery will drain 100 times before the remote battery does. What good is the remote without the

[MattysDroneWorld]

I was told by a friend in the industry that we are supposed to get an air 2s update that makes it compatable with the goggles! But, we shall see! Good job Jack!

[samuraiintellectual]

What is C Neigh mode? I don’t think mine has that.

[DaveInNH]

Wow, didn't realize the 2s doesn't have HDR video. I've had my Air 2 since they came out last year, and I'm thinking of upgrading. The lack of HDR video is making me hesitate. I don't mind touching up the color in post, but I've found that it's a lot easier and I get better results with the HDR video. I also agree that the lack of side sensors is rather ridiculous. A side crash is much more likely that crashing into something above the drone. Some of DJIs decisions are a little weird. Still, there really is no other choice for a prosumer drone.

[DroneALRM]

Nice vídeo and information.
Congratulations from Brasil 🇧🇷

[leroycarter]

I agree! I really like the mastershots but I do wish we are allowed more freedom to customize the mastershot settings. I wish DJI can read this! haha

[FlyZoneFpv]

Hey Jake . Yes I agree with you on some of the points you made here. 👍 It's also my go too Drone. It's my baby. 😉👍

[NazwanJamal]

Yeah buddy. All of ur statement really make sense especially on the bag, no prop guard and the Mastershot should be more freedom for us to do our own way of editing. Owh ya, the top front sensor also seems like a bad idea. Very good videos! 🙂🙏👍

[peterjb]

Agree very much with your gripes! Mine is similar but I would really love having way points!

[cjctucson]

Of course any person will have a list of some gripes about any product. Being brand new and this is my first drone my list is pretty short. I do agree about the carrying case (I bought a nice big hard case), zoom in pictures and the side sensors. I agree that if you set the thing in the circle program (which I enjoy) you have to be sure there are no tall objects in the radius of the circle or you will side hit something. Thanks.

[robertljones]

Thanks this was awesome information. Can now make a more informed decision regarding the better drone as it relates to the location of the avoidance sensors. Is it safe to buy a refurbished or in like new condition upscaled drone?

[rcordiner]

Looking forward to my next trip to the SEENEYMA!

[byfrancisngo]

DJI saves the sided sensors for the next model, dji Air 3!!!

[robweaver]

I decided to hang onto my MA2 rather than ‘upgrade’ to the Air2S. Given that most of what I shoot is aimed at the web, and in Australia you can’t fly after twilight without a waiver, a one inch sensor is of limited value. Had it included variable aperture I would have upgraded, keeping the MA2 as back-up. One thing I dislike about both drones is the attachment of filters. I reckon repeated changes add risk of damaging the gimbal. So I bought a Pgytech VND filter, rationalising that gently turning the ring would be less risky than changing filters as required. It works, BUT, it presses up hard against the awfully designed gimbal protector and makes it harder to get on and off. Going to have to think about that. Failing something better coming out before the year end holidays, I see an Evo2 v2 Pro in my future. On another tack, can you test the latest Anafi USA and the AI? Keep up the good work.

[garywboisseau]

Agreed. I bought the 2s the first week it was out. First thing I did? Turn off all sensors. Otherwise, the 2s is my daily go to bird.