After months of hype, leaks, and endless speculation, DJI has finally dropped the Mavic 4 Pro — and it’s turning heads in the filmmaking world.
If you’ve been using the Mavic 3 Pro or anything older, this new release might just make you rethink everything you know about drone shooting. From 6K video and D-Log on every lens to a mind-blowing 360-degree gimbal, the Mavic 4 Pro is built for creators who don’t settle.
Let’s dive in and see why this beast is already being called DJI’s most powerful foldable drone yet.
A True Creator’s Camera Setup: D-Log 10-Bit Across All Lenses
One of the most frustrating things about the Mavic 3 Pro was the inconsistency between its three cameras. While the wide-angle lens offered D-Log, the medium and long telephoto lenses didn’t — making professional color grading a nightmare.
Now? That’s history.
“Finally, D-Log and 10-bit on all three cameras — no more mismatched footage!”
Whether you’re using the wide, medium, or long lens, you’ll get consistent, flat, cinematic image profiles including:
- D-Log
- D-Log M
- HLG
- Standard
This alone makes the Mavic 4 Pro a serious upgrade for filmmakers working in multi-camera workflows or handing footage off to editors.
Resolution & Quality That Raise the Bar
DJI didn’t just improve the color science — the image quality itself has taken a major leap.
- The main camera now shoots up to 6K at 60fps, with a 100MP sensor, slightly tighter 28mm field of view, and a faster f/2.0–f/11 variable aperture.
- The medium telephoto (70mm) delivers better image clarity and handles 4K at 100fps, thanks to improved processing.
- The long telephoto (around 166mm) now has a 1/1.5-inch sensor, fixed f/2.8 aperture, and can finally be used for actual cinematic shots, not just scouting.
This makes all three lenses production-ready, not just the main one. That’s a big deal.
The Star Feature: A Gimbal That Spins 360° (Yes, Really)
Here’s where things get really exciting.
The Mavic 4 Pro features a 360-degree rotating gimbal — the first of its kind in DJI’s foldable drone series.
“It’s like having FPV-style motion control… without flying an FPV drone.”
Why is this a game-changer?
- Shoot Dutch angles (those cool, slanted shots) effortlessly.
- Get low-angle upward shots by tilting the camera 70° up — without props in the frame.
- Instantly switch to native vertical video — across all cameras — without cropping or losing resolution.
This means jaw-dropping creative shots that used to require fancy rigs or FPV drones are now available in one foldable package.
Low Light, Smart Tracking & Real-Time Intelligence
DJI claims big improvements in low-light shooting and tracking accuracy. With ActiveTrack 360, you can now keep subjects in frame even when partially hidden or moving fast.
It can also:
- Detect vehicles up to 200 meters away
- Navigate complex environments with omnidirectional sensing
- Track your subject in cinematic ways, even in low light
The RC Pro 2 Controller: Brighter, Smarter, Slicker
DJI also introduced a brand-new controller to match this powerhouse drone — the RC Pro 2.
Here’s what stands out:
- A 7-inch Mini-LED display with a whopping 2000 nits brightness — usable even under harsh sunlight
- A clever fold-out design that hides buttons & joysticks beneath the screen
- Easy vertical video control by rotating the display
- Built-in mic and support for DJI Mic 2, so you can record high-quality audio on the go
No more fumbling with accessories or attaching/removing sticks — it’s smooth, sleek, and smart.
Longer Flights, Stronger Signal
Battery life is now up to 51 minutes, thanks to new 95Wh batteries — an improvement over the 43 minutes of the Mavic 3 Pro. Add to that the upgraded O4+ transmission system, and you’re looking at:
- Up to 30km range
- 10-bit HDR live transmission
- Far stronger connection in signal-heavy environments
Whether you’re flying over cities or open landscapes, this drone keeps your signal locked in.
What’s Missing: No ProRes, No Cine Version (Yet)
While the Mavic 4 Pro shines in many areas, it still lacks ProRes recording — a major loss for filmmakers who need easier editing workflows.
“Even my M2 Max MacBook Pro struggled with 6K H.264 files. Transcoding took hours.”
Currently, the drone comes with either 64GB or 512GB internal storage, depending on your version. But without ProRes support or a Cine version, creators working with tight deadlines may run into post-production bottlenecks.
This is the one area where DJI needs to catch up — maybe in a future firmware update, or a new Mavic 4 Cine model?
Final Verdict
The DJI Mavic 4 Pro is not just an upgrade — it’s a creative revolution in the sky.
✅ All three cameras are now usable for serious projects
✅ Color grading is smoother with D-Log across the board
✅ The new gimbal opens up totally new ways to shoot
✅ Longer flight times and smarter tracking enhance every mission
Yes, there are some drawbacks — no ProRes, heavy file formats — but for many creators, the benefits will far outweigh the limits.
Over to You!
What do YOU think about the Mavic 4 Pro?
Would you upgrade from your Mavic 3 or wait for a Cine version?
Is the 360-degree gimbal a creative breakthrough or just a flashy gimmick?
Tell us your thoughts in the comments — we’d love to hear how YOU would use this drone.
