Upgrade Guide
DJI Mini 3→DJI Mini SE
Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.
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The Mini SE offers little measurable spec improvement over the Mini 3. Spend the money on glass instead.
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Resolution12MP (down from 48MP — optimised for low light)
Full spec comparison
| Spec | Mini 3 | Mini SE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Released | 2022 | 2021 | ↓ |
| Resolution | 48MP | 12MP | ↓ |
| Weather Sealed | Not weather sealed | Not weather sealed | |
| Mount | Fixed lens (24 mm-eq f/1.7) | Fixed lens (24 mm-eq f/2.8) |
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