DJI's original ultra-compact sub-249g drone — the entry-level foldable that made drones accessible.
The DJI Mavic Mini launched in 2019 as DJI's first sub-249g drone, designed to fly without registration in most countries. At just 249g, it made quality aerial photography accessible to casual users who wanted drone footage without regulatory complexity.
Records 2.7K 30fps video and 12MP stills on a 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor with 3-axis gimbal stabilisation. 30-minute flight time. GPS return-to-home. Downward vision sensing for safer landing. No obstacle avoidance forward or to the sides.
249g — under registration threshold. Foldable design fits in a pocket. DJI Fly app control. Enhanced WiFi transmission with 4km range. USB-C charging. No internal storage — microSD required.
Available used very cheaply. The Mini 2 improved to 4K video and OcuSync transmission. The Mini 3 added obstacle sensing. The original Mini feels dated but introduced many people to drones. Check battery health — original batteries may be degraded. A fun, affordable entry to drones.