Thanks for being humble enough to share the unedited manual mode footage. Not a lot of people would be willing to do that. It shows both how talented professional operators are, but also how well DJI designs the normal mode function for complete amateurs to be able to fly too. Great video.
Man! I have NOT been flying as much as I should & I certainly have not been following my favorite UA-camrs…like you. Life! I purchased my Avata in December of 2023 and upon delivery, it remained in my office unboxed! UNTIL this week when a Client, who knew my love of drones, in general, brought his Avata for me to pilot! First of all, who has better Clients than me?!? I was immediately hooked. So, I unboxed my Avata today no returned to trusted voices , like yours, to learn how to fly this gem. Thanks as always & hope that all is well with your wife!
Really Great Video! - - You as a content creator showed what the Non-FPV world needed to see, and very honestly done. - - The Avata is certainly going to open FPV flying to whose that don't have the time to focus on the various disciplines it takes to fly FPV. "Thank You, DJI!" - - You had asked "How many times do you think I crash while learning?" my bet is around 200... keep in mind, you, lost count. I help beginners, and I tell each from the start "It's better to crash your first 100 times in a simulator, than crash three times with what you just built, or the per-built you just bought. - - I'm going to buy the Avata full bundle for my Wife. Shes 63 years of age. Over the last few years she has really tired to learn to fly my smallest of drones without full success. After seeing your video we are both in agreement, for her as a semi-beginner, this is the way to reach her goal of feeling herself flying. - - Insurance would help, and I do recommend that most beginners purchase the insurance as well. - - And one last thought... I would like to say that learning and mastering FPV is Not an inexpensive hobby, and believe it or not, I can tell you that the Avata system makes it seriously cheaper and appears to be full proof.
@@mikec1571 I’ve been practicing by first going into a hover and creeping forward and down. Since you see what’s in front slowly approaching until I’m over where I’d like to land
I've been watching you for years Russ, and didn't realize you hadn't taken the FPV plunge yet. Glad you have done it now. Next time you try manual go up a couple of hundred feet and be ready to hit the pause button if things get out of control. Great info! I'm guessing 19 crashes so far.
To practice manual, lock the camera and don’t try to hover, it’s the hardest thing. Just fly straight and turn, the higher the camera angle the faster you will go, because you will tend to align the horizon as you fly. Start low, almost zero angle and fly a path. When turning you need to yaw too. Normally in FPV you fly with throttle and Yaw son the left, with no spring return. Pitch and roll on the right with spring return to center.
There's no need to lock the camera when flying the avata. It has a gimble. It will remain level with the horizon no matter what angle the avata is flying
Crashed DJI Avata - 31 times "My Guess" Dude, BTW , been watching you since you started. Super proud of you. Congrats on your UA-cam Success! I'm getting an Avata after watching your review. Watched 3-reviews so far, love yours the most, your perspective is the best. Great video!
Awesome video! I have a greater respect for my grandson (7 years old) and his ability to fly his little FPV drone. I think in time I would like to try it I’m still getting my new DJI mini 3 Pro dialed in. Have a great day flying.
Having tried to learn FPV on a cinawoop I could feel the frustration that I saw on your face every time you crashed Russ. Thanks for the video. I too have a lot of respect for the FPV pilots.
A quick Hint about flying in manual mode with the controller. If you turn the controller over and release the stick springs on the throttle, you might find it easier to control in manual mode. I'm new to this but have the DJI FPV drone. This is something that has been recommended. Great video and I have learned a lot from your channel.
Great video. Thank you. I have always wanted to get a FPV drone. I do have a question. Please keep in mind. I have never had or looked into a FPV drone before. Do I have to register it with the FAA since it's over 250g? How does that work?
I have the DJI Mini 2. I really like how easy it is to fly and the awesome videos I can take. Being retired I have to save a bit but I can see an Avata in my very near future. The stock controller is worrisome but I am certainly able to learn. If your uncle can fly it I have no doubt I can do it as well ( I would have loved to hear his giggles. I appreciate your testing and honesty. You are the reason I bought the Mini 2
Just like you said, I may not purchase this (well I might) but am thrilled to see more folks such as yourself get into fpv. It's such an amazing hobby and I fly many packs every day. Great review Russ! Love seeing that joy of fpv!
@51drones try flying higher so you get a feel for how it is in manual mode. Is there an emergency stop button feature. It's harder for someone who knows how to fly DJI mavics to learn then a new pilot. I highly recommend the betaflight Cetus pro.
@@51DronesI wanted to scream into the video that there is turtle mode when I saw you were eager to learn but frustrated. It would have saved some walking/frustration. Thank you for the review as always.
Welcome to FPV, not so easy, I know the feelings, it looks so easy with guys on Rotor Riot and other FPV UA-camrs. One needs many hours on a Flight Simulator, I am not there yet either, but simulator does help a lot. Great Video.
Thanks for sharing your experiences. I considered looking for a used DJI FPY to try with less outlay. I'm still confused how you can fly these without a visual observer, though. How is this legal when I cannot fly my Mavic out of sight?
It isn't legal. In the US the FAA requires a visual observer for any FPV flights. There are wavers you can get, but it's also the rule that people bend the most. Many UA-camrs just keep their observer off camera though.
Thanks for including the manual mode flying, even though I assume it was somewhat frustrating. It was good to see how you could fly easily with one controller and how much assistance it provides. I look forward to getting one.
Fantastic video, thank you for going in depth, and for showing us how others with some to no worries experience flying drones respond and react to the Avata! Their reactions coupled with the footage put a legitimate smile on my face 😄 I’m a Mavic 2 Zoom pilot and sport mode is a ton of fun, but FPV looks like it’s another level! I definitely want to pick one up! As for “how many times you’ve crashed” I’m going to go with 9 times 👍 Thanks again for running such an in depth drone channel. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve turned to your videos to inform, educate, and explore drone content! Keep up the awesome work and looking forward to seeing your Avata FPV journey evolve 🎉
I'm right on the edge of springing for this baby. Man this looks really cool. However, I've never dropped more than a few hundred bucks for a toy so this has got a pucker factor of 10 plus! I'm more than sure than I will go ahead and push the buy button...here we go again, but this looks like such a kick. Thanks for your video on this.
I pre-ordered mine yesterday! I ordered the "drone only" kit because I already have the DJI FPV drone. I tried manual (crash) mode once and decided it wad too expensive of a toy to destroy. That and I didn't have DJI refresh. I can't wait until it gets here. I'll use the FPV model for long range stuff and the Avata for yard cruises and tight spaces. Great video!
Make no mistake. ALL DRONES WILL BE FPV. Im seriously considering buying this puppy and selling my mavic 2 pro, air 2s and mini 3. Flying with a joypad is a royal pain. Great video as always
Maybe true in the future, but the use case right now is far from that. If you think an FPV can replace a Mavic right now, you’re delusional (or you have no idea what people actually use those other drones for).
Russ what a fabulous video, you’ve turned a sceptic into someone who now wants one of these! I used to fly model helicopters and it’s hard, so I’ve laughed my head off at your manual flying, you’ll get there buddy! Really can’t thank you enough for this video, an honest appraisal of what seems to me to be a must have product for a drone enthusiast!
Awesome video, Russ, as always. I just ordered one of these for myself. I already fly FPV, but only tiny whoops and analog so far. Which brings me to my comment: thanks for not “soft-pedaling” how difficult FPV actually is. The really great FPV video out there is done by folks who are really expert pilots. These people fly a LOT and their skills stay polished, as opposed to those of us who got into drones to do cinematic video and aerial photography. Going into Manual mode on either this or the older DJI FPV drone is not for the faint of heart. Thankfully, DJI has made the Avata user “fixable” so that helps a lot. I’m very much looking forward to your in-depth videos on the Avata to come. Thanks. You are my go-to source for reviews and drone info so keep ‘em coming, please. A lot of us folks count on you.
Appreciate your honesty about this product. I’m a new FPV pilot but have flown RC planes a few years. I too was shocked at the learning curve for FPV. I’m a candidate for the Avita but I prefer the long range transmitter. I’m thinking about waiting 6-12 months so that DJI can work out any “issues” with the earliest customers.
Thanks for the insights. As others have said, it was helpful to hear how much fun you've had flying the drone. I've been waffling on the decision myself, but would enjoy the immersive experience
So I finally pulled the trigger so to speak and ordered the pro view bundle! Should be Here this week (beginning of March 2023) I'll be watching your other content! Give me any heads up you have that are not in your videos!
umm you just made my day brother!! im waiting for amazon to ship mine at the moment.. i wont be purchasing the controller anytime soon lol... that just looks like the most frustration bit of enjoyment ive ever seen (when in manual) thanks for sharing
Not sure you touched upon it, but will you review the FPV drone rules at some point. Do you need a spotter? How does line of sight come into play? Is there a reference document about FPV rules? Thanks as always!
Great video. What do you think? ... Perhaps DJI has a new controller in the works, but it wasn't ready in time for the product launch? I'm thinking of using the stick for now and wait for a potential new controller in the future. Just a wild guess on my part.
This is very interesting, thanks for the review! As an FPV pilot and drones builder, I wish if the googles are also compatible with digital air units, it will allow to enjoy this new drone from DJI while also being able to utilize my existing gear.
Really informative and entertaining. I belive you have now gotten me convinced to getting my first FPV drone. Been eager yet hesitant for a while but I agree with your view that the AVATA is a good starting platform to get into the FPV hobby. As for how many crashes you've had flying the AVATA, I'm gonna go for 11. This doesn't include simulated flying. Thanks again for a great show and keep em coming. Cheers, John
Gosh I'm on the fence about this drone. I'd love to get it but I'd have to chose between the gopro 11 and this. hahaha. Decisions decisions. I currently have the Mavic Air 2.
Nice video. One advantage of the old controller is that the iPad or iPhone can record the flight. Does the avata have that capability or does it only record on the drone?
Great introduction to the new Avata! Yours was the second one I watched; the first one started with an amazing FPV video shot in the mountains of Norway, flying through an ice shelf, through waterfalls, following rivers, etc. I was thinking cool, that would be me with an Avata. He’s a longtime FPV pilot, which I realized makes a big difference when I saw you in the park…hold on right there, it’s gonna take a bit more work than that. (What did I expect?) I’m coming from the world of GPS drones but have been following FPV ever since the first DJI FPV and am intrigued. Can’t wait to learn more. Thanks!
Thanks Russ for the details again in your videos. Well, if you've had this thing a month already, I can only imagine you've crashed it at least 14 times. So is it way easier to keep from crashing with the single hand controller?
2 Questions : - The Avata does not hover at all ?? Or it does, but in another "mode" than manual ? - Care refresh : If i did not use it on my Mini 2 (in a year) .. does the 2nd free year apply on that model ? Good info, Thanks.
What is the alternative to manual mode?? GPS? Automatic? Looking at FPV for the first time I feel I need to see the other alternatives compared and contrasted. Great video but it left me scratching my head about "Non-Manual".
i have a DJI spark with a 4 hawks antenna. Been flying since around 2018. I really like the GPS to find my way back . at least 10 times i would have lost the Spark while flying from a river bank for instance coming back up river it all looks the same. of course hearing the drone helps too as it approaches. Does the Avata have GPS. how far can you fly , what happens when you fly out of range and the Avata disconnects. Does the Avata us WiFi or RF. Does the Avata have RTH. not a big fan of prop guards i ran my spark into the top of 2 180 foot tress...the Spark fell through to the ground, yes it was damaged BUT I got it back. . I always thought prop guards would insure the drone would snag on a branch...whats your take on that? I do like those FPV's you build like Black Sheep Squadron where they use RF controllers and fly for miles AND BEHIND buildings.....thanks for the Video very professional always enjoy your videos. I really like drones. I cam from an era there was none of this I took analog electronics in HS. One day our teacher gathered us in classroom part and said there is this new company called Intel....they make something called a Microprocessor he went on to draw square waves on the black board to show a zero or a 1......i leaned over to the guy next to me and said..that will never catch on.😃
Since this new drone has came out, I’m really confused which drone I want to buy. I want to sell my Mavic 2 pro because I don’t want to deal with the new regulations coming up. At first I wanted the Mini 3 because of the awesome photography settings but I also love the FPV drones. Never had the FPV drone but I like to fly my Mavic 2 pro like FPV. I wish I could get both of two worlds. Any suggestion may help. Again thinks for talking about scammers. That’s really important to viewers. Keep up the work on you videos. You are legit and will never give false information to get more viewers or make the product more attractive. You will tell it like it is. I know your job is time consuming but I want to thank for what you do.
Great video, thank you. I have always been scared, but the prop guards seem to keep it pretty safe from crashes...which I think you have crashed your Avata 29 times so far.
Great video, you always do great breakdowns for people who are generally unaware of how drones work. Been watching your channel for a longtime and your vids continue to not disappoint. 😁👍
Russ, nice review, and great editing skills. I’m with you, the standard controller should be available during the checkout as an option. If you prefer a joystick, pick one but if you’d like the standard controller you should be able to get it. I do not like when companies are shoving specific products in so called “bundles”! Cheers and keep up the good work.
Hahahaha.... thanks for giving respect where it is due! It takes a LOT of hard work and effort to fly like we fpv folks do. Great vid.... hope this gets more folks into the hobby
Hey Russ, Great video really helped me start flying new Avada almost immediately. Question: What is the tilt button used for? I can't seem to get it working after takeoff. To anyone deciding to buy an Avada, DO IT! It is so much fun. I had a Phantom and Mavic Pro, but was always afraid to use them much and never adventurously, also, I was not confident using joy sticks. With the Avada I was flying in a forest within an hour.
Your giggles , smiles, as well as red face from laughing sold me on this bird. What a wonderful experience for yourself as well as the ones around you. The connection options with the goggles opens many new possibilities as well. Thanks for the short, yet to the point video. As far as how many times did you crash. ...does that include in simulation as well...I would say 7 actual....44 simulated...51 All together..
I am green with envy!! Great video, I’m looking forward to getting one! I’m a FPV beginner so this was very informative! I’m still in the simulator with the first DJI FPV.
Great reminder o the scammers, Russ/ I've had several of them on your channel, and on other channels as well. I use the 3dots beside their comment to report them as scammers/spammers. Nice work on the FPV!
Great video with great advice. I just recently picked up a mini 2. It’s my first drone and I think you just demonstrated my next drone. Thanks for all the information! 👍👍🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦
Congrats Russ, great video! Well done on the detailed breakdown. Such a shame that the standard controller is not included in the box. I think DJI have really missed a trick here, however it is available to purchase separately. I'm a traditional GPS drone pilot here in the EU at the moment, I have now put about 35 hours in to the "Simulator" game called LiftOff FPV on Steam. I would thoroughly recommend anyone to get at least this amount of time, if not more in a Simulator before starting in manual mode.
I have a really hard time flying my camera drones now because of all the time I'm spending on Liftoff and DRL in acro mode lol. I'm more afraid of crashing my camera drone now because of the muscle memory I'm building on the sim hahahaha
@@SkeezyFPV lol yeah I know the feeling. It takes a few minutes to get used to the Mini 3 Pro again after flying FPV for hours in the Sim. Keep up the practise though! 💪
Great vid Russ, for flying manual height is your friend so put it way up and if it goes pear shape just hit the panic button or flick it into Sport or Normal that's how I learned with the DJI fpv
Congrats on getting the new Avata FPV drone, you really seemed have a lot of fun flying that thing. Great video, you really make a strong case for this drone. Thanks for sharing.
Hi from Aussie cant say anything more than not said already... So just a big thanks.Ps enjoy your video format e.g no pointless music or intro B.s Really enjoyed ( Liked )
Great video. Why are you so determined to fly in manual mode with the FPV controller? Isn’t the new single controller much easier and more effective? What does manual mode do that the “stick” doesn’t? I’m a traditional GPS drone user, but I would assume the FPV experience is different and works better with a controller that leans into the first person experience.
It’s a great drone for someone with a disability, like a loss of an arm! Never thought I would ever be able to fly a drone again! Love the motion controller! One thing I do hope DJI Does is give the user the choice to have full Speed, like in manual mode, at users own risk, like if you were in Manual mode! This drone is a game changer for a person like myself but really hope DJI gives us the Choice of Full Speed or close for the ones who can only use the Motion Controller! Love this Drone!! Please DJI give us the option for using it to full speed or faster then sport mode!
For the Mavic 3 and run the DJI FLY App, which tablet does you recommend, taking into account the bright screen so we can fly in the sun and others. Thank you.
Excellent review!!! Excellent flow and I love that I can watch your videos with my grandkids (4, 6, 8, & 10 years) in the room! I didn’t want the motion controller at first but it may be perfect until I get my trigger thumb (actual medical condition) corrected. I would venture to guess you crashed 12 times.
Curious, can Avata be used in say commercial work, like home inspections? Or in automunous work like mapping? I would guess not because of shot flight time.
i am excited! nice video from the very start to end. your laugh from the beginning makes me want to get one too. just a quick question - while using the full manual mode, did you change the left stick to manual?
I reserved just the quad this morning as soon as I got the notification from DJI lol. I bought the DJI FPV Combo last week for $840 after discounts so I don't need the controller or goggles, just the quad. I think $625 is a steal honestly. I can't wait to get mine. I've got a bit of time in with the goggles now and interestingly enough I've had no motion sickness problems whatsoever. I have a lot of experience running night vision goggles and I think it translates over to the fpv. My goal for 2023 is to adapt an fpv quad to run with a PVS-14 night vision monocular for some spectacular night footage lol. Back to the Avata though; maybe it's not for the hobbyist that like to do home builds. I'm not that guy. I plan on using this professionally and to me time is money. Yes you can get an analog cinewhoop for less money. You aren't going to get an equivalent digital cinewhoop for $625. And you won't get 10-15 minutes of flight time. To me, time is money. it takes a long time to get a homebuilt quad up in the air and if you value your time the same as what you could be bringing in working you are looking at $500-1,000 just in labor to build your drone besides the $400 in parts required. I just hope the drones are available by themselves soon so I can get that bird in the air!!!
Great video! Yes manual mode requires a lot of practice and it also changes a bit from one drone to another. Dedicated time for training is the only way but most of us don’t have that luxury
Thanks for being humble enough to share the unedited manual mode footage. Not a lot of people would be willing to do that. It shows both how talented professional operators are, but also how well DJI designs the normal mode function for complete amateurs to be able to fly too. Great video.
Man! I have NOT been flying as much as I should & I certainly have not been following my favorite UA-camrs…like you. Life! I purchased my Avata in December of 2023 and upon delivery, it remained in my office unboxed! UNTIL this week when a Client, who knew my love of drones, in general, brought his Avata for me to pilot! First of all, who has better Clients than me?!? I was immediately hooked. So, I unboxed my Avata today no returned to trusted voices , like yours, to learn how to fly this gem. Thanks as always & hope that all is well with your wife!
Really Great Video! - - You as a content creator showed what the Non-FPV world needed to see, and very honestly done. - - The Avata is certainly going to open FPV flying to whose that don't have the time to focus on the various disciplines it takes to fly FPV. "Thank You, DJI!" - - You had asked "How many times do you think I crash while learning?" my bet is around 200... keep in mind, you, lost count. I help beginners, and I tell each from the start "It's better to crash your first 100 times in a simulator, than crash three times with what you just built, or the per-built you just bought. - - I'm going to buy the Avata full bundle for my Wife. Shes 63 years of age. Over the last few years she has really tired to learn to fly my smallest of drones without full success. After seeing your video we are both in agreement, for her as a semi-beginner, this is the way to reach her goal of feeling herself flying. - - Insurance would help, and I do recommend that most beginners purchase the insurance as well. - - And one last thought... I would like to say that learning and mastering FPV is Not an inexpensive hobby, and believe it or not, I can tell you that the Avata system makes it seriously cheaper and appears to be full proof.
When I first learned to fly manual mode I had to get used to always moving forward, Learning to hover and land gracefully came a lot later.
I’m still freaked out about landing my FPV drone since I can’t move the gimbal down to see exactly where I’ll land or land gracefully 😂
@@mikec1571 klmmml lol
@@mikec1571 I’ve been practicing by first going into a hover and creeping forward and down. Since you see what’s in front slowly approaching until I’m over where I’d like to land
@@mikec1571 hi I’m new to dji can I use the pro 3 tx on this fpv
Coz I just bought pro 3
great video Russ 🤜
I've been watching you for years Russ, and didn't realize you hadn't taken the FPV plunge yet. Glad you have done it now. Next time you try manual go up a couple of hundred feet and be ready to hit the pause button if things get out of control. Great info! I'm guessing 19 crashes so far.
To practice manual, lock the camera and don’t try to hover, it’s the hardest thing. Just fly straight and turn, the higher the camera angle the faster you will go, because you will tend to align the horizon as you fly. Start low, almost zero angle and fly a path. When turning you need to yaw too. Normally in FPV you fly with throttle and Yaw son the left, with no spring return. Pitch and roll on the right with spring return to center.
There's no need to lock the camera when flying the avata. It has a gimble. It will remain level with the horizon no matter what angle the avata is flying
@@mattalford3932
Ohhh… Avata. Never mind then.
Thanks!
Thank you!
Crashed DJI Avata - 31 times "My Guess"
Dude, BTW , been watching you since you started. Super proud of you. Congrats on your UA-cam Success! I'm getting an Avata after watching your review. Watched 3-reviews so far, love yours the most, your perspective is the best. Great video!
I truly appreciate that!
Awesome video! I have a greater respect for my grandson (7 years old) and his ability to fly his little FPV drone. I think in time I would like to try it I’m still getting my new DJI mini 3 Pro dialed in. Have a great day flying.
Having tried to learn FPV on a cinawoop I could feel the frustration that I saw on your face every time you crashed Russ. Thanks for the video. I too have a lot of respect for the FPV pilots.
My Avata's "TILT" button on the motion controller stopped working... any ideas on how to fix that sucker?
A quick Hint about flying in manual mode with the controller. If you turn the controller over and release the stick springs on the throttle, you might find it easier to control in manual mode.
I'm new to this but have the DJI FPV drone. This is something that has been recommended. Great video and I have learned a lot from your channel.
Great video. Thank you. I have always wanted to get a FPV drone. I do have a question. Please keep in mind. I have never had or looked into a FPV drone before. Do I have to register it with the FAA since it's over 250g? How does that work?
Lovely Russ! Thanks for the 'real' sense of humor! Much appreciated for all of your content!
I have the DJI Mini 2. I really like how easy it is to fly and the awesome videos I can take. Being retired I have to save a bit but I can see an Avata in my very near future. The stock controller is worrisome but I am certainly able to learn. If your uncle can fly it I have no doubt I can do it as well ( I would have loved to hear his giggles. I appreciate your testing and honesty. You are the reason I bought the Mini 2
Russ! Thanks hugely much for this beginners’ guide. So helpful.
Just like you said, I may not purchase this (well I might) but am thrilled to see more folks such as yourself get into fpv. It's such an amazing hobby and I fly many packs every day. Great review Russ! Love seeing that joy of fpv!
You provided much more important content than any other Review...
Like needing a 2nd Goggle Battery...Thanks!
@51drones try flying higher so you get a feel for how it is in manual mode. Is there an emergency stop button feature. It's harder for someone who knows how to fly DJI mavics to learn then a new pilot. I highly recommend the betaflight Cetus pro.
Yes. You can just flip it into normal mode to hover
@@51DronesI wanted to scream into the video that there is turtle mode when I saw you were eager to learn but frustrated. It would have saved some walking/frustration. Thank you for the review as always.
Fantastic video as always! What an exciting drone this is. I really do think this is a fantastic entry point for someone wanting to get into FPV.
Welcome to FPV, not so easy, I know the feelings, it
looks so easy with guys on Rotor Riot and other FPV UA-camrs. One needs many hours on a Flight Simulator, I am not there yet either, but simulator does help a lot. Great Video.
Great gear break down. Your breakdowns are always great. I’m going with 119 times. :)
Thanks for sharing your experiences. I considered looking for a used DJI FPY to try with less outlay.
I'm still confused how you can fly these without a visual observer, though. How is this legal when I cannot fly my Mavic out of sight?
It isn't legal. In the US the FAA requires a visual observer for any FPV flights. There are wavers you can get, but it's also the rule that people bend the most. Many UA-camrs just keep their observer off camera though.
And don't forget flying through construction areas are a NO NO. Let's scrap all these rules and just FLY !
Thanks for including the manual mode flying, even though I assume it was somewhat frustrating. It was good to see how you could fly easily with one controller and how much assistance it provides. I look forward to getting one.
You have come a long way bro! Love how you have developed and are a leader in the drone community today!
Fantastic video, thank you for going in depth, and for showing us how others with some to no worries experience flying drones respond and react to the Avata! Their reactions coupled with the footage put a legitimate smile on my face 😄
I’m a Mavic 2 Zoom pilot and sport mode is a ton of fun, but FPV looks like it’s another level! I definitely want to pick one up! As for “how many times you’ve crashed” I’m going to go with 9 times 👍
Thanks again for running such an in depth drone channel. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve turned to your videos to inform, educate, and explore drone content! Keep up the awesome work and looking forward to seeing your Avata FPV journey evolve 🎉
I'm right on the edge of springing for this baby. Man this looks really cool. However, I've never dropped more than a few hundred bucks for a toy so this has got a pucker factor of 10 plus! I'm more than sure than I will go ahead and push the buy button...here we go again, but this looks like such a kick. Thanks for your video on this.
For me I like the hand controller because it makes me feel like you’re actually flying and F 15, F-16 through the FPV
Dang. I was hoping for an F-18 or F-22 feel.
I pre-ordered mine yesterday! I ordered the "drone only" kit because I already have the DJI FPV drone. I tried manual (crash) mode once and decided it wad too expensive of a toy to destroy. That and I didn't have DJI refresh. I can't wait until it gets here. I'll use the FPV model for long range stuff and the Avata for yard cruises and tight spaces.
Great video!
Make no mistake. ALL DRONES WILL BE FPV. Im seriously considering buying this puppy and selling my mavic 2 pro, air 2s and mini 3. Flying with a joypad is a royal pain. Great video as always
Maybe true in the future, but the use case right now is far from that. If you think an FPV can replace a Mavic right now, you’re delusional (or you have no idea what people actually use those other drones for).
Russ what a fabulous video, you’ve turned a sceptic into someone who now wants one of these! I used to fly model helicopters and it’s hard, so I’ve laughed my head off at your manual flying, you’ll get there buddy! Really can’t thank you enough for this video, an honest appraisal of what seems to me to be a must have product for a drone enthusiast!
Awesome video, Russ, as always. I just ordered one of these for myself. I already fly FPV, but only tiny whoops and analog so far. Which brings me to my comment: thanks for not “soft-pedaling” how difficult FPV actually is. The really great FPV video out there is done by folks who are really expert pilots. These people fly a LOT and their skills stay polished, as opposed to those of us who got into drones to do cinematic video and aerial photography. Going into Manual mode on either this or the older DJI FPV drone is not for the faint of heart. Thankfully, DJI has made the Avata user “fixable” so that helps a lot. I’m very much looking forward to your in-depth videos on the Avata to come. Thanks. You are my go-to source for reviews and drone info so keep ‘em coming, please. A lot of us folks count on you.
Thanks Russ! Great job identifying the target audience and gearing a video directly towards them. Huge thanks!
Appreciate your honesty about this product. I’m a new FPV pilot but have flown RC planes a few years. I too was shocked at the learning curve for FPV. I’m a candidate for the Avita but I prefer the long range transmitter. I’m thinking about waiting 6-12 months so that DJI can work out any “issues” with the earliest customers.
Great overview of the Avata!!! definitely interested in FPV flying
Thank you for a great video. I had some doubts with the DJI FPV as a 1st FPV, but after seeing this with the Avata, im in. Thx!
Great video Russ- I'm wondering if I'll have the same experience with manual mode, maybe worse!
Thanks for the insights. As others have said, it was helpful to hear how much fun you've had flying the drone. I've been waffling on the decision myself, but would enjoy the immersive experience
Great honest video. It really goes to show what a radical change in approach is needed even from a very experienced 'normal' drone flyer.
Loved, “this is a good time to mention the DJI care refresh plan”,,,,haha lol
So I finally pulled the trigger so to speak and ordered the pro view bundle! Should be Here this week (beginning of March 2023) I'll be watching your other content! Give me any heads up you have that are not in your videos!
umm you just made my day brother!! im waiting for amazon to ship mine at the moment.. i wont be purchasing the controller anytime soon lol... that just looks like the most frustration bit of enjoyment ive ever seen (when in manual) thanks for sharing
51 Drones 51crash's grate video always love seeing your take on drones keep them coming
Not sure you touched upon it, but will you review the FPV drone rules at some point. Do you need a spotter? How does line of sight come into play? Is there a reference document about FPV rules? Thanks as always!
Thanks for reviewing this new drone! This might be the one I get to start FPV.
Great video. What do you think? ... Perhaps DJI has a new controller in the works, but it wasn't ready in time for the product launch? I'm thinking of using the stick for now and wait for a potential new controller in the future. Just a wild guess on my part.
This is very interesting, thanks for the review! As an FPV pilot and drones builder, I wish if the googles are also compatible with digital air units, it will allow to enjoy this new drone from DJI while also being able to utilize my existing gear.
Yeah! Another great new product from DJI!
Really informative and entertaining. I belive you have now gotten me convinced to getting my first FPV drone. Been eager yet hesitant for a while but I agree with your view that the AVATA is a good starting platform to get into the FPV hobby.
As for how many crashes you've had flying the AVATA, I'm gonna go for 11. This doesn't include simulated flying.
Thanks again for a great show and keep em coming.
Cheers, John
Another great video Russ!! I would say 10 even on the crashes! Keep on having fun sir!!!
Thanks for being SO honest and helping us. You are amazing!!!
Gosh I'm on the fence about this drone. I'd love to get it but I'd have to chose between the gopro 11 and this. hahaha. Decisions decisions. I currently have the Mavic Air 2.
Nice video. One advantage of the old controller is that the iPad or iPhone can record the flight. Does the avata have that capability or does it only record on the drone?
Great introduction to the new Avata! Yours was the second one I watched; the first one started with an amazing FPV video shot in the mountains of Norway, flying through an ice shelf, through waterfalls, following rivers, etc. I was thinking cool, that would be me with an Avata. He’s a longtime FPV pilot, which I realized makes a big difference when I saw you in the park…hold on right there, it’s gonna take a bit more work than that. (What did I expect?) I’m coming from the world of GPS drones but have been following FPV ever since the first DJI FPV and am intrigued. Can’t wait to learn more. Thanks!
please tell me if this drone able to carry dji action 2 camera. Thanks!
Thanks Russ for the details again in your videos. Well, if you've had this thing a month already, I can only imagine you've crashed it at least 14 times. So is it way easier to keep from crashing with the single hand controller?
2 Questions :
- The Avata does not hover at all ?? Or it does, but in another "mode" than manual ?
- Care refresh : If i did not use it on my Mini 2 (in a year) .. does the 2nd free year apply on that model ?
Good info, Thanks.
What is the alternative to manual mode?? GPS? Automatic? Looking at FPV for the first time I feel I need to see the other alternatives compared and contrasted. Great video but it left me scratching my head about "Non-Manual".
i have a DJI spark with a 4 hawks antenna. Been flying since around 2018. I really like the GPS to find my way back . at least 10 times i would have lost the Spark while flying from a river bank for instance coming back up river it all looks the same. of course hearing the drone helps too as it approaches. Does the Avata have GPS. how far can you fly , what happens when you fly out of range and the Avata disconnects. Does the Avata us WiFi or RF. Does the Avata have RTH. not a big fan of prop guards i ran my spark into the top of 2 180 foot tress...the Spark fell through to the ground, yes it was damaged BUT I got it back. . I always thought prop guards would insure the drone would snag on a branch...whats your take on that? I do like those FPV's you build like Black Sheep Squadron where they use RF controllers and fly for miles AND BEHIND buildings.....thanks for the Video very professional always enjoy your videos. I really like drones. I cam from an era there was none of this I took analog electronics in HS. One day our teacher gathered us in classroom part and said there is this new company called Intel....they make something called a Microprocessor he went on to draw square waves on the black board to show a zero or a 1......i leaned over to the guy next to me and said..that will never catch on.😃
RUSS!!!! Awesome video on this little yet incredile drone. I've been so wanting to get into fpv so this looks like a worthy purchase.
Since this new drone has came out, I’m really confused which drone I want to buy. I want to sell my Mavic 2 pro because I don’t want to deal with the new regulations coming up. At first I wanted the Mini 3 because of the awesome photography settings but I also love the FPV drones. Never had the FPV drone but I like to fly my Mavic 2 pro like FPV. I wish I could get both of two worlds. Any suggestion may help. Again thinks for talking about scammers. That’s really important to viewers. Keep up the work on you videos. You are legit and will never give false information to get more viewers or make the product more attractive. You will tell it like it is. I know your job is time consuming but I want to thank for what you do.
Great video, thank you. I have always been scared, but the prop guards seem to keep it pretty safe from crashes...which I think you have crashed your Avata 29 times so far.
Great video, you always do great breakdowns for people who are generally unaware of how drones work. Been watching your channel for a longtime and your vids continue to not disappoint. 😁👍
I appreciate that recognition, as that’s what I always try to convey.
Wow! I’m even more impressed with the DRL pilots now. Great review and can’t wait for the next video.
Great video don't know why I didn't get a notification whe you put this video out but look forward to some more 😁👍👌 🇬🇧
Russ, nice review, and great editing skills. I’m
with you, the standard controller should be available during the checkout as an option. If you prefer a joystick, pick one but if you’d like the standard controller you should be able to get it. I do not like when companies are shoving specific products in so called “bundles”! Cheers and keep up the good work.
Have you removed the spring from the throttle control on the remote? This is required for being able to fly in Manual easier.
Hahahaha.... thanks for giving respect where it is due! It takes a LOT of hard work and effort to fly like we fpv folks do. Great vid.... hope this gets more folks into the hobby
@𝐓𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐦𝐞👉@Drone_51 lol sure thing buddy
Hey Russ, Great video really helped me start flying new Avada almost immediately. Question: What is the tilt button used for? I can't seem to get it working after takeoff.
To anyone deciding to buy an Avada, DO IT! It is so much fun. I had a Phantom and Mavic Pro, but was always afraid to use them much and never adventurously, also, I was not confident using joy sticks. With the Avada I was flying in a forest within an hour.
When you go forward you need more throttle than hovering. Does turtle mode work in the grass?
Your giggles , smiles, as well as red face from laughing sold me on this bird. What a wonderful experience for yourself as well as the ones around you. The connection options with the goggles opens many new possibilities as well. Thanks for the short, yet to the point video.
As far as how many times did you crash. ...does that include in simulation as well...I would say 7 actual....44 simulated...51 All together..
how comfortable is the goggles on with glasses too? will it work and is googles big enough for glasses on?
This was your funniest video. I was able to remind my first fly with a real fpv drone. It happened to me the same way . Regards.
I am green with envy!! Great video, I’m looking forward to getting one! I’m a FPV beginner so this was very informative! I’m still in the simulator with the first DJI FPV.
Great reminder o the scammers, Russ/ I've had several of them on your channel, and on other channels as well. I use the 3dots beside their comment to report them as scammers/spammers.
Nice work on the FPV!
Great video with great advice. I just recently picked up a mini 2. It’s my first drone and I think you just demonstrated my next drone. Thanks for all the information! 👍👍🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦
Great video. I just ordered one to help me with my journey into FPV.
Congrats Russ, great video! Well done on the detailed breakdown. Such a shame that the standard controller is not included in the box. I think DJI have really missed a trick here, however it is available to purchase separately. I'm a traditional GPS drone pilot here in the EU at the moment, I have now put about 35 hours in to the "Simulator" game called LiftOff FPV on Steam. I would thoroughly recommend anyone to get at least this amount of time, if not more in a Simulator before starting in manual mode.
I have a really hard time flying my camera drones now because of all the time I'm spending on Liftoff and DRL in acro mode lol. I'm more afraid of crashing my camera drone now because of the muscle memory I'm building on the sim hahahaha
@@SkeezyFPV lol yeah I know the feeling. It takes a few minutes to get used to the Mini 3 Pro again after flying FPV for hours in the Sim. Keep up the practise though! 💪
Can you use liftoff on iPhone for DJI fpv?
@@byronrobinson8633 LiftOff is a simulator available for PC through Steam. You can use the DJI FPV controller as an input method for the simulator.
Great vid Russ, for flying manual height is your friend so put it way up and if it goes pear shape just hit the panic button or flick it into Sport or Normal that's how I learned with the DJI fpv
OMG you had me giggling too! Thanks for the fun review 😄
One other question is that does this drone have a “night light” (a light on the bottom of the drone for when it is night time)
No
Congrats on getting the new Avata FPV drone, you really seemed have a lot of fun flying that thing. Great video, you really make a strong case for this drone. Thanks for sharing.
Great video. Does the Avata need to be FAA registered? Is it over the half pound?
Hi from Aussie cant say anything more than not said already... So just a big thanks.Ps enjoy your video format e.g no pointless music or intro B.s Really enjoyed ( Liked )
Great video. Why are you so determined to fly in manual mode with the FPV controller? Isn’t the new single controller much easier and more effective? What does manual mode do that the “stick” doesn’t? I’m a traditional GPS drone user, but I would assume the FPV experience is different and works better with a controller that leans into the first person experience.
Great video! 🎉 Just wondering if you used any recommend using any ND Filters with it or if I should get it registered?
Great video! How we can connect the output to a hdmi monitor or tv? Thanks 🤟
It’s a great drone for someone with a disability, like a loss of an arm! Never thought I would ever be able to fly a drone again! Love the motion controller! One thing I do hope DJI Does is give the user the choice to have full Speed, like in manual mode, at users own risk, like if you were in Manual mode! This drone is a game changer for a person like myself but really hope DJI gives us the Choice of Full Speed or close for the ones who can only use the Motion Controller! Love this Drone!! Please DJI give us the option for using it to full speed or faster then sport mode!
Just got my Avata and would love the care plan.
When do you think DJI will make goggles for DJI Air2S or another GPS drone so we can see like FPV but have standard GPS drone.
What is the big difference between the new googles vs the previous one? Thanks
Hey Russ..do you know if the new Avata goggles-2 will work & link-up with the DJI FPV Drone..??
For the Mavic 3 and run the DJI FLY App, which tablet does you recommend, taking into account the bright screen so we can fly in the sun and others. Thank you.
Would you recommend starting with something like the cetus fpv first?
I feel like DJI messed up on pricing if this is meant to get ppl into fpv
Excellent review!!! Excellent flow and I love that I can watch your videos with my grandkids (4, 6, 8, & 10 years) in the room! I didn’t want the motion controller at first but it may be perfect until I get my trigger thumb (actual medical condition) corrected. I would venture to guess you crashed 12 times.
Curious, can Avata be used in say commercial work, like home inspections? Or in automunous work like mapping? I would guess not because of shot flight time.
i am excited! nice video from the very start to end. your laugh from the beginning makes me want to get one too.
just a quick question - while using the full manual mode, did you change the left stick to manual?
I reserved just the quad this morning as soon as I got the notification from DJI lol. I bought the DJI FPV Combo last week for $840 after discounts so I don't need the controller or goggles, just the quad. I think $625 is a steal honestly. I can't wait to get mine. I've got a bit of time in with the goggles now and interestingly enough I've had no motion sickness problems whatsoever. I have a lot of experience running night vision goggles and I think it translates over to the fpv. My goal for 2023 is to adapt an fpv quad to run with a PVS-14 night vision monocular for some spectacular night footage lol. Back to the Avata though; maybe it's not for the hobbyist that like to do home builds. I'm not that guy. I plan on using this professionally and to me time is money. Yes you can get an analog cinewhoop for less money. You aren't going to get an equivalent digital cinewhoop for $625. And you won't get 10-15 minutes of flight time. To me, time is money. it takes a long time to get a homebuilt quad up in the air and if you value your time the same as what you could be bringing in working you are looking at $500-1,000 just in labor to build your drone besides the $400 in parts required. I just hope the drones are available by themselves soon so I can get that bird in the air!!!
Great video! Yes manual mode requires a lot of practice and it also changes a bit from one drone to another. Dedicated time for training is the only way but most of us don’t have that luxury