I have just ordered my mini....for my 66th birthday. I have loved photograhy since i had a Kodak Instamatic 50 in 1965. 12 colour exposures cost my parents 8s/4d. Considering you could feed a family for days for 10 bob from Tesco that was expensive. The tip on correct balance between sky and ground is well appreciated. In the past ive even had to resort to taking two pics and photoshopping them together. No auto stitching and even using a scanner. The tech now is liberating.
This is fantastic! I'm only two flights outdoors with my Mini and this is my first drone. The weather has been terrible and windy and this drone is not meant for any kind of windy conditions. 15mph is my max I feel comfortable with. Anyway, thank you so much for showing this, everyone is complaining about this issue of lack of camera control and this really sorts it out. I am inspired to make films for my own enjoyment but right now I need to gather some footage to work with. I've never edited video before so that's another thing to learn.
My Drone video highlighting the best shots of Northwest BC Canada of the year premiers on November 12! go to my channel to set a reminder so you don't miss out!
My Drone video highlighting the best shots of Northwest BC Canada of the year premiers on November 12! go to my channel to set a reminder so you don't miss out!
JUST ORDERED ONE. And this is THEE most informative enlightening video on the subject, hands DOWN. I hear there is a firmware upgrade giving manual settings, but my Mini hasn't arrived yet so I don't know what that means yet. But i'm memorizing everything in this lesson regardless. THIS is how you MAKE a TUTORIAL. With actual INSIGHT, instead of just "repeating what someone else said" on a different channel and calling it "your thoughts." Thank you for that. UPDATE: I see a couple other channels teaching this same thing BUT those videos were all curiously uploaded a few weeks after this one. This still remains the first video to point this out, to me at least, and likely the source for a few other "tips" videos. Totally saw it here then made their own version of the same information.
I just got the Mavic Mini yesterday and took it up. This is my first drone. I need to take some Real Estate shots and this video is going to help me immensely! Thanks for the great tips!
A fellow Scottish UA-camr love it. Just purchased the mini. Not going to use it much for the channel but more for just capturing some memories. Love the channel
Thanks. Since getting my Mini, I’ve watched countless UA-cam reviews and videos, most of which are superficial, repetitive and frankly rather childish. Now I discover your content and it is gold dust. It’s intelligent, to the point, engaging and professional. And you didn’t start by saying Hey what’s up guys or wearing your hat back to front. All yo7 need now is a bit of West Coast sunshine. Brillian? I’m a fan.
Exactly. It's always easy to bash a product - it's much more engaging to get the most out of the situation you are given. The AE lock makes it almost perfect, yes, your shutter speed is unknown but for cinematic panning shots without much movement in it, it doesn't matter. Good to see the white balance doesn't seem to shift either, in AE.
New to Drones & bought myself a Mavic Mini. I was going to buy some ND filters until I saw your video on the subject. I’ve watched 2 of your videos now, You’ve saved me money & ive found the videos very informative. Also dl 2 of your ebooks. TYVM
ND filters are mainly better if you want to reduce your shutter speed even with the Exposure Value set. There are some cases where a lower shutter speed produces a more desirable effect during motion as opposed to having something well above 1/1000th of a second and matching it up with other camera footage shot at 24fps f/2.0~4.0 , with the shutter kept around 1/48~1/60 for more natural looking motion blur. Though I'm not sure this is that entirely important with the drone footage, but that is why the ND filters are still typically desired.
I have the update to the .0500 for the mini and ordered ND filters. What an incredible difference to control the light entering. The shutter speed & frame rate work for me now. GREAT! I got my email, joined, and have the book as well. Stewart you are a wonderful gent, THANK YOU!!! Ray Florida USA
Greetings from Cyprus. Great video that gives solutions rather than complaining about what this little drone cannot do. Sign of a true filmmaker. Cheers
Thanks a lot for that! Best tip I’ve seen since owning the Mini. I’ve seen a lot of people online put off by the auto exposure, but if any of them watch this, I’m sure you’ll change their mind. As for DJI not sponsoring you, this video on its own is a prime example of why they should, I’m guessing a lot people on the fence will go and purchase after watching this. Thanks again.
Just got a Mavic Mini and getting to grips with the flight / photography controls. Also I came across your channel too when looking for tips on videography and for editing media, the Filmora programme, version 10 - and produced my first, short drone video - your tips for that were totally cool - thank you so much. Keep well, stay safe, all the best, regards, Neil.
My Drone video highlighting the best shots of Northwest BC Canada of the year premiers on November 12! go to my channel to set a reminder so you don't miss out!
Stewart, I’m really enjoying your content on this channel and value the helpful tips. This episode was very eye opening when you showed the AE lock etc., what a difference! I’m currently waiting to get my Mavic Mini sometime in mid December. I look forward to any future Mini related info you may have, but I suspect I’ll find other content you share useful as well. Thanks!
My Drone video highlighting the best shots of Northwest BC Canada of the year premiers on November 12! go to my channel to set a reminder so you don't miss out!
Just bought the mini and I’m so excited to use it. Thank your for this tip. Couldn’t find anything short and to the point on controlling the exposure. All other videos say there is no way to mess with exposure which was a bummer. Most clips you see people film are just to bright with the mini so this helps out a lot. Thank you.
Dealt with this today. Sun was coming in and out of clouds, subjects appeared to be over-exposed. Also had strong gusts going on here in the Smoky Mtns, drone didn’t miss a beat. Steady as a rock.
Got my Mini 2 weeks ago. I've got 8 flights and so far it has been wonderful. The exposure tips you have are awesome and I will give it a try on the next flight.
Agreed...Spot on. As a photographer I can only wish that I had scenery such as yourselves. .. I was wondering as I opened my new magic mini what I would really do with it.. thanks for showing the options, you do a great job, mark me as subscribed !!!!!
So I'm really loving my MM, and now watching your video I intend to try some shots to see how post processing turns out. Thank you for your unbiased input, we appreciate it.
Only had my Mavic Mini for a couple of days so this video was very timely. I have 40+ years of still photography experience so I'll be using the AE Lock a lot. Also I'm surprised by the number of features DJI managed to include in this entry level drone.
My Drone video highlighting the best shots of Northwest BC Canada of the year premiers on November 12! go to my channel to set a reminder so you don't miss out!
@@benmantel I am going to visit a friend next year in BC that makes a lot of the maps my company sells. I will bring a few drones with me as I see it is very beautiful up there. I miss the mountains when I moved to Florida. Ray C.
actually mavic mini is a good drone , esp. for the price, and for people like us at the start of the journey, nearly crashing it everyday, the other ones at a bigger price are not a sensible choice until we can fly consistently better, your channel is really great by the way, great ideas
This channel has the best tips for getting the best video and photos from a drone. It was invaluable in helping me understand and controls settings on my Mavic Mini for must higher quality videos. Thanks, Drone Film Guide.
Your ability to convey a message ( settings in this case ) is excellent, i've picked up many great tips on all the Dji Drones i've owned, the fact you're Scottish helps also, Charlie, Glasgow
For me 2.7k is enough for what I want, 249gr is great, over 25 minutes of flight time and the price is on the spot of what I wanted to spend on a new drone. The decision was a no brainer and I bought the Combo.
Thank you were having that problem was sun side was polluted with white glare had to look down to shift to a visible light playing with the settings helped but Christmas is coming loads of lights at night love to capture them ani clues
I saw this video right after I bought my Mavic Mini, went down to Dominican Republic and used the exposure lock for every shot - really nice results. Thanks for the tip! Oh And I use the zebra strips to judge what to set exposure too. I try to compensate for the blown out areas - if there is none, I lock it as is. Great thing to do (if possible) before take off, point the drone at your subject and adjust then!
@@240LTS - there is an over exposure warning that gives you zebra strips like a real DSLR - turn that on in the app, point the drone at your subject and then use the exposure setting until the strips are gone. LOCK the exposure.
Thank you! Nice tip. Best part of the Mini is the 250g, that allows flying in areas where the mandatory 50m safety zone for anything >250g does not allow operations unless I've got one or several written consents...
Probably going to get the mavic mini 2 when it released. All I really want to know is how big can you print photographs from this drone that will still look good. The video speaks for itself it’s amazing and with the mavic mini 2 it does 4k
Quick question. Maybe no one had ask before but what filter or setting do you have your camera that you are using when sitting on the table? I love those colors and quality. Thank you
Hi Stewart a very random thought but something that has always been the case. The use of apertures has not always been restricted to the diaphragm mounted within the lens system. An aperture, hole, smaller than the one formed within the lens system mounted in front of the lens restricts the amount of light entering the lens. With an aperture of f/2.8 the shutter speed at 100 iso for a cloudy day is 1/1000 sec. That 180 degree rotation thing has gone out the window. I’m using a Phantom 4 pro so I have not played with this but it might be of interest to those f2.8 Mavic users for a bit of fun. With a fixed aperture the exposure is controlled by iso and shutter speed. When the iso is reduced to 100 iso and the exposure is excessive the shutter speed is made shorter. Most people use Nd filters to make the shutter speed longer to conform with shutter speed being half the frame rate selected. Now if you can mount Nd filers on you camera system then take a thin piece of opaque black material, most likely plastic or blackened foil cut a hole in it and fix it to your Nd filter. Preferably in a way that will not fall off during flight. Those with out filter mounts will just have to mount the aperture in a secure way to the camera system over the front element of the lens. Now the real fun thing, the shape of the aperture is the shape that will be formed when a bright light, the sun, hits the lens. The aperture does not have to be circular so it could be any shape you want. If you could suggest a pair of wings in the shape of the aperture and mounted them upside down in front of the lens those normally something like a flat sided circle flares will now be suggestive of bird wings. Have to say when ever I have done this it is with a still camera in studio. So there is the random thought and I might even pull of the magnifying glass and see if I can do this for these short focal length lenses on the drones. Exposure on a cloudy day would be 1/100 @ f/8 for 100iso then the aperture would be say 24/8 which equals 3 mm, close enough with auto exposure. Love to see those birds or spitfires flying out of the sun.
Any chance of you doing an update version of this video now that you can set exposure manually in video too? And also, for those of us with ND filters?
Thank you for all you do, I am a novice with no photo or video experience. All your knowledge and tips of "how to for dummies" has made me look like a rockstar with vids hi am taking with your advice... Keep up the GREAT tutorials for us who know squat about cinematography. 2 thumbs up brother!
My Drone video highlighting the best shots of Northwest BC Canada of the year premiers on November 12! go to my channel to set a reminder so you don't miss out!
Great video, but quick question.... when you lock exposure, you say you've got a good exposure for the ground, but then when the view tilts up, the sky is also correctly exposed. So in reality have you post processed brightened the ground because locking the exposure will only make either the ground or the sky correct and the other will either be blown out or too dark. Also, is this the same camera used for the old Phantom 3 drones, or will it be improved? For me the biggest problem with these cameras is the dynamic range but I can't find any info on the stops anywhere.
Received my mavic mini just in time for my trip to scotland next week. Btw, there is full manual control of the shutter. Its accessable through the small camera icon on the bottom right corner that usually says Auto. By clicking on it you switch to manual exposure mode and have full iso and shutter control.
Awesome video! Even though it’s 2 years old, it’s EXTREMELY relevant!!! I have a Mini2, and you just gave me a light bulb moment. I’m definitely going to check out your Histogram video. Thanks!
Thank you! I shoot professional video, but am budget conscious and am about ready to add a drone to the tool kit. Mavic Mini is what I'm looking at, but I was worried that panning wouldn't be smooth. Based on the video you've shared, it looks GREAT!
Thanks for the great tip on AutoExposure lock from a new Mini owner. I'll be downloading your PDF guide as well... thanks for your hard work in this area.
Great video, one question, with the quick shot helix mode, why is h the scenery different? I think for true comparison perhaps use the same shot with different settings? The first quick shot had water in frame and was brighter, the second quick shot had only green in shot.
Together with being extremely helpful your PDf guide 'From Drone Zero To Drone Hero' is also gorgeous. Can you recommend any tutorials on creating similar PDF layouts? Cheers
My Drone video highlighting the best shots of Northwest BC Canada of the year premiers on November 12! go to my channel to set a reminder so you don't miss out!
Just bouth my first DJI Mini 2 drone, and you guys played a huge part on the sale!!! DJI if you can hear this, SPONSOR Stewart & Alina!!! Thanks again guys for your great videos!!! Next stop is your masterclass for me i guess!!!
Fabulous video. Having never owned a drone till yesterday, I bought it to enhance my story telling to more than just my DSLR. I shoot in Raw and was concerned that the quality of the videos I would get would be poor, but I continue to be impressed with this little drone. Thanks for the video and the eBook!
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C'mon, DJI. These guys are killin' it for you. The tips from this channel prompted me to pick up a Mavic Mini (my first drone).
I just bought one
Can you share your experience, please?
John Williams Ditto
How had it been so far?
Just ordered today .. excited
Mine just arrived today. Excited to fly it!
I have just ordered my mini....for my 66th birthday. I have loved photograhy since i had a Kodak Instamatic 50 in 1965. 12 colour exposures cost my parents 8s/4d. Considering you could feed a family for days for 10 bob from Tesco that was expensive. The tip on correct balance between sky and ground is well appreciated. In the past ive even had to resort to taking two pics and photoshopping them together. No auto stitching and even using a scanner. The tech now is liberating.
This is fantastic! I'm only two flights outdoors with my Mini and this is my first drone. The weather has been terrible and windy and this drone is not meant for any kind of windy conditions. 15mph is my max I feel comfortable with. Anyway, thank you so much for showing this, everyone is complaining about this issue of lack of camera control and this really sorts it out. I am inspired to make films for my own enjoyment but right now I need to gather some footage to work with. I've never edited video before so that's another thing to learn.
My Drone video highlighting the best shots of Northwest BC Canada of the year premiers on November 12! go to my channel to set a reminder so you don't miss out!
This is tight, I haven’t heard anyone else talk about this! Well done...
Tucker Pearce this!!!
Bet his Mrs is tighter 👍🏼😂
My Drone video highlighting the best shots of Northwest BC Canada of the year premiers on November 12! go to my channel to set a reminder so you don't miss out!
JUST ORDERED ONE. And this is THEE most informative enlightening video on the subject, hands DOWN. I hear there is a firmware upgrade giving manual settings, but my Mini hasn't arrived yet so I don't know what that means yet. But i'm memorizing everything in this lesson regardless. THIS is how you MAKE a TUTORIAL. With actual INSIGHT, instead of just "repeating what someone else said" on a different channel and calling it "your thoughts." Thank you for that.
UPDATE: I see a couple other channels teaching this same thing BUT those videos were all curiously uploaded a few weeks after this one. This still remains the first video to point this out, to me at least, and likely the source for a few other "tips" videos. Totally saw it here then made their own version of the same information.
dl.djicdn.com/downloads/Mavic_Mini/20200423/Mavic_Mini_Release_Notes_en.pdf
pls post some footage from your drone :)
I just got the Mavic Mini yesterday and took it up. This is my first drone. I need to take some Real Estate shots and this video is going to help me immensely! Thanks for the great tips!
I'm hooked. This is a great little drone. 1080p footage is crispy clear too.
A fellow Scottish UA-camr love it. Just purchased the mini. Not going to use it much for the channel but more for just capturing some memories. Love the channel
Thanks. Since getting my Mini, I’ve watched countless UA-cam reviews and videos, most of which are superficial, repetitive and frankly rather childish. Now I discover your content and it is gold dust. It’s intelligent, to the point, engaging and professional. And you didn’t start by saying Hey what’s up guys or wearing your hat back to front. All yo7 need now is a bit of West Coast sunshine. Brillian? I’m a fan.
Exactly. It's always easy to bash a product - it's much more engaging to get the most out of the situation you are given. The AE lock makes it almost perfect, yes, your shutter speed is unknown but for cinematic panning shots without much movement in it, it doesn't matter. Good to see the white balance doesn't seem to shift either, in AE.
I think that was the best demonstration I have seen on the impact of changing exposure settings and the value of locking
Agree
This is the kind of blog post I like. Superb. Really important stuff. Not like range tests etc.
Thank you guys
New to Drones & bought myself a Mavic Mini. I was going to buy some ND filters until I saw your video on the subject. I’ve watched 2 of your videos now, You’ve saved me money & ive found the videos very informative. Also dl 2 of your ebooks. TYVM
ND filters are mainly better if you want to reduce your shutter speed even with the Exposure Value set. There are some cases where a lower shutter speed produces a more desirable effect during motion as opposed to having something well above 1/1000th of a second and matching it up with other camera footage shot at 24fps f/2.0~4.0 , with the shutter kept around 1/48~1/60 for more natural looking motion blur. Though I'm not sure this is that entirely important with the drone footage, but that is why the ND filters are still typically desired.
I have the update to the .0500 for the mini and ordered ND filters.
What an incredible difference to control the light entering.
The shutter speed & frame rate work for me now. GREAT!
I got my email, joined, and have the book as well.
Stewart you are a wonderful gent, THANK YOU!!! Ray Florida USA
I am sure you have heard mavic mini has had a firmware update giving us manual controls in video mode. Can't wait for your video on the new controls
i was going to leave this comment too! haha, cant wait to see new vids on the mini
@Albi Losha you can now manually set your iso, shutter speed, and white balance.
Did he make a new video about the update and his preferred settings? 🤔
Has there been a update on it? Am gonna get one some point this week
How do I get the firmware update?
Seven minutes watching your video -> BIG jump in future video quality!!! Thanks for another "must watch" video!
My Mini arrives in 2 days and I am one step ahead of the game now! Thank you!!!
Nice vid! Cheers! Dji already send this guy some drones! Don’t be greedy!
Greetings from Cyprus. Great video that gives solutions rather than complaining about what this little drone cannot do. Sign of a true filmmaker. Cheers
Thanks a lot for that! Best tip I’ve seen since owning the Mini. I’ve seen a lot of people online put off by the auto exposure, but if any of them watch this, I’m sure you’ll change their mind. As for DJI not sponsoring you, this video on its own is a prime example of why they should, I’m guessing a lot people on the fence will go and purchase after watching this. Thanks again.
Your enthusiasm for what you do jumps out of the screen. You are clearly passionate about this stuff. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you
As a very new drone guy (2 days) I am impressed with your presentations and method of explanation. Thank you from New Scotland, 🇨🇦
Bought the mini for backpacking and mtn biking, it's also very quiet, good for not disturbing other hikers.
I just found and subscribed to your channel. I bought my mini yesterday and am taking it out tomorrow. Your video has me so excited. Thank you.
amazing tips man thank you so much! I think I may consider getting this drone now!
Just got myself the mini 2 haven't gotten to fly it to much yet but man it packs a punch for how small it is.
Just got a Mavic Mini and getting to grips with the flight / photography controls. Also I came across your channel too when looking for tips on videography and for editing media, the Filmora programme, version 10 - and produced my first, short drone video - your tips for that were totally cool - thank you so much. Keep well, stay safe, all the best, regards, Neil.
5:25 trying to hide the remote hehe 😉
My Drone video highlighting the best shots of Northwest BC Canada of the year premiers on November 12! go to my channel to set a reminder so you don't miss out!
Stewart, I’m really enjoying your content on this channel and value the helpful tips. This episode was very eye opening when you showed the AE lock etc., what a difference!
I’m currently waiting to get my Mavic Mini sometime in mid December.
I look forward to any future Mini related info you may have, but I suspect I’ll find other content you share useful as well.
Thanks!
As a Mavic Mini owner and absolute noob in drone filming, I find this content absolutely fantastic.
My Drone video highlighting the best shots of Northwest BC Canada of the year premiers on November 12! go to my channel to set a reminder so you don't miss out!
Just bought the mini and I’m so excited to use it. Thank your for this tip. Couldn’t find anything short and to the point on controlling the exposure. All other videos say there is no way to mess with exposure which was a bummer. Most clips you see people film are just to bright with the mini so this helps out a lot. Thank you.
Thanks for the tips as I am a new drone owner and have a Mavic Mini. Your Drone Zero to Drone Hero ebook ROCKS!
Hey! Glad you enjoyed the eBook!!
Dealt with this today. Sun was coming in and out of clouds, subjects appeared to be over-exposed. Also had strong gusts going on here in the Smoky Mtns, drone didn’t miss a beat. Steady as a rock.
The dji mini 2 se gives you absolutely full pro mode and it just makes my shots look awesome.
I was about to spend a lot more just to be able to lock the exposure. This is essential for my work. Thanks a lot )))))
Got my Mini 2 weeks ago. I've got 8 flights and so far it has been wonderful. The exposure tips you have are awesome and I will give it a try on the next flight.
Agreed...Spot on. As a photographer I can only wish that I had scenery such as yourselves. .. I was wondering as I opened my new magic mini what I would really do with it.. thanks for showing the options, you do a great job, mark me as subscribed !!!!!
Wow. Just wow. You're amazing. Simple and concise!
So I'm really loving my MM, and now watching your video I intend to try some shots to see how post processing turns out. Thank you for your unbiased input, we appreciate it.
Had my Mavic Mini a few weeks now its an awesome drone. Thanks for the great tips (guide is great!) loving your work!
How do you balance exposure between shots? Like the mountain one, how did you find the perfect balance?
I just Got my Mavic mini 5 days ago and loving it so much and watching a lot of ur tutorial
Only had my Mavic Mini for a couple of days so this video was very timely. I have 40+ years of still photography experience so I'll be using the AE Lock a lot. Also I'm surprised by the number of features DJI managed to include in this entry level drone.
Outstanding tips and videos! Thanks so much for the content! Just picked up my Mini last week and it's awesome!
I wanted to add, drone folk are real class and my kind of people. Thanks EVERYONE!!
My Drone video highlighting the best shots of Northwest BC Canada of the year premiers on November 12! go to my channel to set a reminder so you don't miss out!
@@benmantel I am going to visit a friend next year in BC that makes a lot of the maps my company sells. I will bring a few drones with me as I see it is very beautiful up there. I miss the mountains when I moved to Florida. Ray C.
actually mavic mini is a good drone , esp. for the price, and for people like us at the start of the journey, nearly crashing it everyday, the other ones at a bigger price are not a sensible choice until we can fly consistently better, your channel is really great by the way, great ideas
This channel has the best tips for getting the best video and photos from a drone. It was invaluable in helping me understand and controls settings on my Mavic Mini for must higher quality videos. Thanks, Drone Film Guide.
Just got a Mavic Mini and flown for the first time in Auto... Going to repeat now with this great tip! Thank you :)
Your ability to convey a message ( settings in this case ) is excellent, i've picked up many great tips on all the Dji Drones i've owned, the fact you're Scottish helps also, Charlie, Glasgow
For me 2.7k is enough for what I want, 249gr is great, over 25 minutes of flight time and the price is on the spot of what I wanted to spend on a new drone. The decision was a no brainer and I bought the Combo.
It is a pity that DJI is not sending you some Testdrones. Such a good Drone channel . Greets from Germany Frank 😊🎬
Brilliant.. Just got mine.. This would have taken me ages to work out for myself.. Thanks
Brilliant tutorial, just bought one from Apple in Glasgow and your videos have really helped as a first time drone user, thanks again, Sandy
Fantastic!
I’m picking mine up in Glasgow on Friday. Enjoy Sandy!
@@dct1 good for u, we were flying today, great to fly and excellent footage cheers sandy
Best tutorials i've seen in a long time.
This is a gem. Just picked up a mav mini!!!
Many Thanks!!!
Now the firmware update allows manual control of the MMcamera.
¿Have you updated this tips?
Regards from Argentina
The best tips for video recording with the Mavic Mini. Thanks a lot!!
Just got my DJI Mini 2 Fly More Combo ! Thanks for the content.
Thank you were having that problem was sun side was polluted with white glare had to look down to shift to a visible light playing with the settings helped but Christmas is coming loads of lights at night love to capture them ani clues
I saw this video right after I bought my Mavic Mini, went down to Dominican Republic and used the exposure lock for every shot - really nice results. Thanks for the tip! Oh And I use the zebra strips to judge what to set exposure too. I try to compensate for the blown out areas - if there is none, I lock it as is. Great thing to do (if possible) before take off, point the drone at your subject and adjust then!
... " ... I use the zebra strips " ... Please explain what you mean by this. Thank you.
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@@240LTS - there is an over exposure warning that gives you zebra strips like a real DSLR - turn that on in the app, point the drone at your subject and then use the exposure setting until the strips are gone. LOCK the exposure.
Thank you! Nice tip. Best part of the Mini is the 250g, that allows flying in areas where the mandatory 50m safety zone for anything >250g does not allow operations unless I've got one or several written consents...
Probably going to get the mavic mini 2 when it released. All I really want to know is how big can you print photographs from this drone that will still look good. The video speaks for itself it’s amazing and with the mavic mini 2 it does 4k
Well done guys, I really started learning from your channel as I freshly owned a mavic mini
Got my mini 5 days ago an absolutely love it so far. Thanks for the awesome channel!
so much mavic mini vids on youtube - this is the best one yet! and that accent!
Quick question. Maybe no one had ask before but what filter or setting do you have your camera that you are using when sitting on the table? I love those colors and quality. Thank you
Your videos have been instrumental in feeling confident with my Mavic Mini and making the best of the value. Amazing content!
Hi Stewart a very random thought but something that has always been the case. The use of apertures has not always been restricted to the diaphragm mounted within the lens system. An aperture, hole, smaller than the one formed within the lens system mounted in front of the lens restricts the amount of light entering the lens. With an aperture of f/2.8 the shutter speed at 100 iso for a cloudy day is 1/1000 sec. That 180 degree rotation thing has gone out the window. I’m using a Phantom 4 pro so I have not played with this but it might be of interest to those f2.8 Mavic users for a bit of fun. With a fixed aperture the exposure is controlled by iso and shutter speed. When the iso is reduced to 100 iso and the exposure is excessive the shutter speed is made shorter. Most people use Nd filters to make the shutter speed longer to conform with shutter speed being half the frame rate selected. Now if you can mount Nd filers on you camera system then take a thin piece of opaque black material, most likely plastic or blackened foil cut a hole in it and fix it to your Nd filter. Preferably in a way that will not fall off during flight. Those with out filter mounts will just have to mount the aperture in a secure way to the camera system over the front element of the lens. Now the real fun thing, the shape of the aperture is the shape that will be formed when a bright light, the sun, hits the lens. The aperture does not have to be circular so it could be any shape you want. If you could suggest a pair of wings in the shape of the aperture and mounted them upside down in front of the lens those normally something like a flat sided circle flares will now be suggestive of bird wings. Have to say when ever I have done this it is with a still camera in studio. So there is the random thought and I might even pull of the magnifying glass and see if I can do this for these short focal length lenses on the drones. Exposure on a cloudy day would be 1/100 @ f/8 for 100iso then the aperture would be say 24/8 which equals 3 mm, close enough with auto exposure. Love to see those birds or spitfires flying out of the sun.
I think I've seen the kind of effect you're talking about with cut outs for regular photography. Never thought to try it with a drone though!
Any chance of you doing an update version of this video now that you can set exposure manually in video too? And also, for those of us with ND filters?
Pulled the trigger 🔫 and bought the Mini. Your videos are a huge contribution. Thanks for your efforts, I'm now subscribed ✌😁👍
Brilliant - thank you so much, will try next time when the weather permits (rain forecast for the next 4 days in the UK as well as strong gusts....)
Good, clear, to the point with actual footage to support the content, I subscribed.
Thank you for all you do, I am a novice with no photo or video experience. All your knowledge and tips of "how to for dummies" has made me look like a rockstar with vids hi am taking with your advice... Keep up the GREAT tutorials for us who know squat about cinematography. 2 thumbs up brother!
My Drone video highlighting the best shots of Northwest BC Canada of the year premiers on November 12! go to my channel to set a reminder so you don't miss out!
Great video, but quick question.... when you lock exposure, you say you've got a good exposure for the ground, but then when the view tilts up, the sky is also correctly exposed. So in reality have you post processed brightened the ground because locking the exposure will only make either the ground or the sky correct and the other will either be blown out or too dark. Also, is this the same camera used for the old Phantom 3 drones, or will it be improved? For me the biggest problem with these cameras is the dynamic range but I can't find any info on the stops anywhere.
Best Drone Film Channel I know! Thank you very much!
Received my mavic mini just in time for my trip to scotland next week. Btw, there is full manual control of the shutter. Its accessable through the small camera icon on the bottom right corner that usually says Auto. By clicking on it you switch to manual exposure mode and have full iso and shutter control.
No, that works only for photos, not for video!
@@gianco50 oh yeah, my bad. didnt notice that iam in photo mode :/
Awesome video! Even though it’s 2 years old, it’s EXTREMELY relevant!!! I have a Mini2, and you just gave me a light bulb moment. I’m definitely going to check out your Histogram video. Thanks!
Thank you! I shoot professional video, but am budget conscious and am about ready to add a drone to the tool kit. Mavic Mini is what I'm looking at, but I was worried that panning wouldn't be smooth. Based on the video you've shared, it looks GREAT!
This was an awesome tip. But here we are 7 months later and DJI has come up with some updates of the firmware. How does that change things?
Thanks for the great tip on AutoExposure lock from a new Mini owner. I'll be downloading your PDF guide as well... thanks for your hard work in this area.
Just starting, got the Mavic Mini 2 days ago. This video is a BIG help. 👍New Subscriber
Great video, one question, with the quick shot helix mode, why is h the scenery different? I think for true comparison perhaps use the same shot with different settings? The first quick shot had water in frame and was brighter, the second quick shot had only green in shot.
Brilliant drone. I had the phantom 3 standard before and just for ease of use alone the mini is a game changer
As I'm new to filming and drones, this information you shared is awesome. Thank you very much.
Fantastic video as usual, l have just bought the DJI Mavic mini to add to my photography gear. Downloaded your ebook great tips, Thank you so much
Well done. Appreciate this tip. You are doing great work!
Yea DJI, It was the videos these guys make that convinced me to purchase the Mini Mavic. My first drone ever.
Lovin my mini after two days owning it. Found the ev adjustment but not the lock so thank you,
Fantastic advice and tips. Appreciate the AE lock explanation. You rule!
Together with being extremely helpful your PDf guide 'From Drone Zero To Drone Hero' is also gorgeous. Can you recommend any tutorials on creating similar PDF layouts? Cheers
Great quick and concise explanation. Thank you!
Hands down, the best drone channel on YT. And man...that accent. Life is so unfair. ;-)
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many thanks,helped a lot,any tutorials for DJI Mini Photo settings( I know its very limited,but..)?
The master is at work again.
big thanks from Bali... thanks for the tips
Aaaah, soo many questions answered! brilliant, and great demonstrations.
Great channel. Will visit on a regularly as I just ordered my first drone, Mavic Mini. Thanks!
Did you use nd filter when you were taking those shoot?
Going to look at a used one today with only 2.5 hours flight time on it. Any tips on what to look for or ask?
Just bouth my first DJI Mini 2 drone, and you guys played a huge part on the sale!!! DJI if you can hear this, SPONSOR Stewart & Alina!!! Thanks again guys for your great videos!!! Next stop is your masterclass for me i guess!!!
Great info thanks. I have just started with our Mini and have changed exposure in edit.
Fabulous video. Having never owned a drone till yesterday, I bought it to enhance my story telling to more than just my DSLR. I shoot in Raw and was concerned that the quality of the videos I would get would be poor, but I continue to be impressed with this little drone. Thanks for the video and the eBook!