If the price is right, and you do not need OcuSync connectivity, yes, the Phantom 4 Pro is still a great drone. Make no mistake, it is no longer in production and is only getting infrequent updates for critical software patches. The newer Phantom 4 Pro V2.0 usually sells for about the same price, and is still the ‘active’ Phantom unit, so we absolutely recommend the newer drone, if it’s an option for you.
Thanks to its 20MP 1-inch sensor and ability to shoot video up to 4K video at 60fps, this is definitely a pro-level drone. Of course, it’s not the cheapest or smallest model in DJI’s range either, but all of these features, combined with its power and speed, mean it remains a compelling option for drone pilots. Once you’ve purchased the repair service, please pack dji fly and ship your drone and remote controller only in a standard shipping box. Sending your aircraft in an oversized case may incur additional return shipping costs. Also, please do not include batteries, chargers, or other accessories. Once you’ve purchased the repair service, please pack and ship your drone and remote controller only in a standard shipping box.
At takeoff, the Pro will record the scene below and compare its recording with what it sees as it returns, for more precise landing. The Follow Me mode uses the ActiveTrack technology mentioned above. The aircraft will automatically follow you and capture your every move from a unique aerial perspective. Simply draw a route on screen and the Phantom 4 Pro will move in the direction while keeping its altitude locked. This lets the pilot focus on camera control and enables more complex shots. There are two Draw modes that can be used in different scenarios.
If you have an extra battery, you also may use that as a replacement while the other battery charges. Check that the transmitter is turned on and the drone is powered on, indicated by a green light on the battery. This troubleshooting page will help you diagnose problems with the DJI Phantom 4 Advanced.
That trend continued in the fall of 2016, launching the Phantom 4 Pro and Phantom 4 Pro+ alongside the Inspire 2. As far as drones go, the DJI Phantom line really is the iconic design of the industry. The Phantom 4 Pro+ was as good as it gets for more than a year after the quadcopter was announced.
Forward and rearward obstacle sensing range has been increased, allowing the Phantom 4 Pro to fly at 31 miles per hour with full protection of its stereo vision obstacle sensing system. It makes fast, dramatic video easier and ultimately safer to capture. This Phantom 4 Pro ActiveTrack intelligent mode allows you to mark and track a moving object on your mobile device screen. The Phantom 4 will automatically avoid obstacles in its flight path. Using Gesture Mode, selfies can be captured easily using a few gestures without the remote controller.
The Phantom 4 Pro also has many autonomous safety systems such as obstacle detection and smart return to home technology. End of Life – the product and accessories are no longer being produced, new parts will not be available and it will not be supported by future updates. Sign up for Lab Report to get the latest reviews and top product advice delivered right to your inbox. This is a definite buy for anyone interested in quadcopter, and for its current price, the DJI Phantom 4 has all the bells and whistles to make it a memorable experience.
Basically, it allows you to set up a single-point flight path on the fly, assuming that point is in front of the drone. Combine this with the drone’s automatic takeoff with a swipe and a tap in the app and, well, yes, anyone could put the dji drones in the air and “fly” it. You can do all of those things with the Phantom 3 models, but new for the Phantom 4 is ActiveTrack, which uses the OSS to follow a subject. You just draw a box on screen around what you want to track, tap the Go button that appears and the drone starts following, keeping the camera centered on whoever or whatever you selected. The Obstacle Sensing System only sees things in front of the drone. You still need a tablet or phone ready to go along with the controller and drone battery.
We will assist you with your FAA registration filing, make compliant labels and Fight ID card. When you fly a drone in the United States, it is your responsibility to understand and abide by the rules. This repair service is for Phantom 4, Phantom 4 Pro, and Phantom 4 Advanced drones. Also interesting to note that DJI isn’t continuing its two-tiered Professional/Advanced model approach. For now, there’s just one choice of Phantom 4, and you can pre-order starting today.
If there are parts needed to complete the repair of your drone, you will be invoiced separately. Naturally this only works if the Phantom is flying forwards, so you still need to take care when flying backwards (make sure you’re insured, obviously). It’s also unclear at this stage how responsive, or how fast the system will kick in. Or, of course, how it compares to the Intel-backed system we saw at CES.