Our most recent drone, a Mavic 2 Pro, was acquired quite a few years ago and, regrettably, is no longer supported by DJI, the manufacturer.
It remains capable of flight; however, whenever I operate it, I am invariably uncertain whether it will return or simply fly away, as drones tend to do when they are no longer supported.
I have been conducting some research recently, and the DJI Air 3S has been available on the market for a year, featuring some remarkable enhancements.
Overall, the 3S has significantly more advanced systems than the Mavic 2 Pro; however, such improvements are to be expected over time since the Mavic 2 Pro's acquisition.
The DJI Air 3S represents a significant enhancement over the Mavic 2 Pro in flight duration, obstacle-avoidance capabilities, imaging versatility, transmission range, and intelligent features.
While the Mavic 2 Pro retains certain advantages—particularly its Hasselblad 1" sensor and higher maximum ISO—the Air 3S is notably the more advanced, contemporary, and future-oriented drone.
There is a 14-minute increase in flight duration, providing significantly more shooting time per battery.
The camera system is also significantly more advanced, featuring a 50-megapixel main camera with 2.5x higher resolution and the ability to record 4K video at 120 frames per second (FPS), enabling 4x slow-motion.
The Air 3S retains the 360° obstacle avoidance system and the upgraded Advanced Pilot Assistance System (APAS) from the Air 3 platform, thereby enhancing safety and providing a more stable flight experience in confined environments.
Although the Versus specification sheet primarily emphasises the main camera, the Air 3S platform is distinguished by its wide-angle and medium-telephoto cameras, providing two distinct perspectives within a single flight—a capability the Mavic 2 Pro lacks.
The Air 3S incorporates the latest advancements in ActiveTrack, Waypoints, Cruise Control, MasterShots, QuickShots, Night Mode, and Hyperlapse, which are considerably more sophisticated than those of the earlier Mavic 2 Pro.
For an optimal overall experience, the DJI Air 3S represents a significant upgrade, featuring extended flight time, enhanced camera capabilities, dual-perspective imaging, advanced obstacle-avoidance technology, improved intelligent modes, and a lighter, more efficient design.
Although CASA regulations prohibit flying within 5 km of a control tower airfield for drones over 250 grams, this drone is equipped with an impressive feature called AirSense under advanced safety settings. This feature provides alerts for nearby aircraft, allowing the operator to view the aircraft's altitude, direction, and distance from the controller. This information grants sufficient time to land the drone safely.
The DJI Store in Australia has recently advertised a special offer on the Air 3S that is of exceptional value. The package includes a Fly More Combo, comprising the drone, an upgraded controller that does not utilise your mobile phone as a screen, a charging hub, three batteries, a set of ND filters, and a carry case.
ND Filters:
Additionally, the package included a 65W charger, a car charger, a landing pad, a 128GB 200MB/s MicroSD card, a high-speed card reader, a screen protector for the controller display, and a two-year extended warranty, which is usually valued at $289.
The sole concern was the delivery company. I have provided them with a critical review after they delivered my package to the incorrect town and took ten days, instead of the four days promised.
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