DJI Mini 4 Pro

The DJI Mini 4 Pro, released by DJI in 2023, represents the latest step in the evolution of lightweight consumer drones. Building on the success of the Mini 2 and Mini 3 Pro, the Mini 4 Pro continues the company’s tradition of delivering professional‑grade imaging in a package that weighs under 250 grams, a legal threshold that exempts it from many registration requirements worldwide. Its history is rooted in DJI’s strategy to democratize aerial photography, making high‑resolution capture accessible to hobbyists, creators, and small‑business operators.

Key features include a 1/1.3‑inch CMOS sensor capable of 48‑megapixel stills and 4K/60fps video, OcuSync 3.0 transmission for up to 12 km of low‑latency video feed, and advanced obstacle‑avoidance with four directional sensors and APAS 5.0. The drone also offers an upgraded battery delivering up to 34 minutes of flight time, a new Intelligent Flight Modes suite such as FocusTrack, Panorama, and MasterShots, and a streamlined remote controller with built‑in 5G‑type Wi‑Fi.

In aviation terms, the Mini 4 Pro underscores the shift toward ultra‑compact, high‑performance UAVs that can operate alongside traditional aircraft without imposing heavy regulatory burdens, expanding the practical use cases for aerial data collection and creative storytelling.