DJI’s Mini 3 Drone makes it easier than ever to travel with a 4K camera drone under 249 grams. This compact drone has a 1/1.3-inch sensor, shoots 4K HDR video, and features True Vertical Shooting for social-ready vertical photos and video. 

The DJI Mini 3 Drone costs $269 on Amazon right now, down from $419. That’s $150 in savings and 36% off.

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A sub-249-gram drone with a 4K HDR camera and vertical shooting

This ultra-portable drone is perfect for traveling photographers, hobbyists, and content creators who want quality aerial footage without being limited by drone size. With its 4K HDR camera, extended battery life, stabilized video transmission, smart shooting modes, and super-lightweight design that collapses into a tablet-case-sized form factor, you can produce compelling aerial imagery.

DJI’s 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensor and f/1.7 aperture deliver rich details and high dynamic range using Dual Native ISO and a wide-angle lens. You can shoot 4K HDR video and 12MP photos, with the ability to digitally zoom in on subjects. With True Vertical Shooting, you can capture vertical photos and video directly from the camera gimbal, avoiding the resolution loss from shooting horizontally and then cropping. DJI’s three-axis mechanical gimbal technology delivers a stable video feed.

Up to 38 minutes per flight is provided by each of the three included Intelligent Flight Batteries. For those who need to recharge on the go, the Fly More Combo includes a two-way charging hub that charges your three batteries one after another and can also charge your smartphone.

At just under 249 grams, the Mini 3 is easy to carry everywhere. Recreational pilots in the United States don’t need to register it with the FAA since it falls below the 250-gram registration requirement, but you still need to comply with all local laws and regulations regarding flying. The Mini 3 also flies steadily in windy conditions, with Level 5 wind resistance, and its video transmission extends to about 10 kilometers, providing a stable live feed from your drone.

With just a few taps on the screen, you can use QuickShots options such as Dronie, Helix, Rocket, and Circle to create professional-quality cinematic clips. When you’re done flying, simply tap “Return to Home,” and GPS-assisted navigation guides your drone safely back to you.

Using the DJI Fly app, you can connect your smartphone to see exactly what your drone sees via a live feed during flight. You can also adjust camera settings, edit your footage, and share it instantly after you land, and its beginner-friendly interface helps new pilots feel confident as they learn to navigate their drone. 

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