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Mavic 3 vs Mini SE

Quick take: The Mavic 3 has the highest resolution at 20MP; the Mini SE is the most affordable.

21 specs side by side·0 genres scored·UK prices from Wex Photo Video and Clifton Cameras

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Specification Mavic 3DJI · 2021Mini SEDJI · 2021
Resolution 20.0MPBest12.0MP
Weather Sealed Not weather sealedNot weather sealed
Mount Fixed lens (24 mm-eq f/2.8–11)Fixed lens (24 mm-eq f/2.8)
Take-off weight 895 g249 gBest
Fly without registering No — 250 g or moreYes — under 250 g
Flight time 46 minBest30 min
Wind resistance 12.0 m/sBest10.5 m/s
Obstacle sensing OmnidirectionalNo obstacle sensing
Video link O3+Wi-Fi
Range 8.0 kmBest2.0 km
Top speed 21.0 m/sBest13.0 m/s
Cameras 2, tele up to 7.0× · variable aperture1
HDR / log / 10-bit HDR, log, 10-bitStandard colour only
RAW stills YesNot supported
Vertical shooting Not supportedNot supported
Gimbal 3-axis3-axis
Intelligent flight Subject tracking, waypoints, return-to-homeReturn-to-home
Storage 8 GB built in + microSD slotmicroSD slot
Controller in the box DJI RC-N1Standard remote controller (MR1SD25)
FPV Not an FPV droneNot an FPV drone
Folds YesYes

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