DJI Mini 5 Pro vs DJI Mini 4 Pro

DJI Mini 5 Pro

Drones

Expert

85/100

DJI Mini 4 Pro

Drones

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DJI Mini 5 Pro outperforms the DJI Mini 4 Pro in camera capabilities, with a larger 1-inch CMOS sensor (vs. 1/1.3-inch) delivering 50MP photos, superior low-light performance, 14 stops of dynamic range, and 5.4K/60fps HDR videoideal for content creators capturing sunsets or night shots where the Mini 4 Pro shows more noise and bleached colors. Video edges further ahead on the Mini 5 Pro with smoother 4K/120fps slow-motion (vs. 100fps), usable 2x zoom without mushiness, and 10-bit D-Log M on both but better shadow detail.

DJI Mini 5 Pro

Launch Date9/17/2025

Launch Price689 GBP

Expert Reviews

85/100

6 experts

Can buy or not

4/5

"Can Buy -- the DJI Mini 5 Pro is a great starting drone that offers high quality imaging and video-taking for newbies and experienced drone flyers alike."

T3

4/5

"2025's Mini delivers breathtaking footage, next-level stability, and serious power, but a few extra grams could change how you fly it"

TechRadar

"I review drones for a living and I’m more excited about the DJI Mini 5 Pro than the Insta360 Antigravity A1 here’s why"

Tom's Guide

5/5

"Like flying a mini Mavic 4 Pro"

Trusted Reviews

5/5

"A remarkable achievement"

Wired

9/10

"DJI’s pocketable drone pushes image quality and flight safety to dizzying new heights."

User Reviews

Amazon

"Amazon.com : dji mini 5 pro drone"

Galaxus

"With the new Mini, DJI is bringing a camera into the sub-250 grammes class that was previously reserved for large models. It cements the Mini's status as the best drone when space is at a premium."

Walmart

"DJI Mini 5 Pro features a 1-inch CMOS camera, nightscape omnidirectional obstacle sensing , a gimbal with 225° of flexible rotation, and upgraded ActiveTrack 360°, all packed into its signature lightweight body. With performance on par with flagship drones, it captures life’s beautiful moments and p"

Specifications

aperture f/1.8

built in storage 42GB

camera sensor 1-inch CMOS, 50 megapixels

connectivity USB-C, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4

dimensions folded 157 x 95 x 68 mm

dimensions unfolded 255 x 181 x 91 mm

flight time 36 minutes

gimbal rotation 225 flexible rotation

iso range 100-12800 (100-3200 in D-LOG / HLG modes)

max speed 42.5 mph (68.4 km/h)

range Up to 20km with DJI O4+ transmission system

sensors LiDAR (front), fisheye cameras (front & back), binocular sensors (downward)

slow motion Yes

still resolution 8192 x 6144 pixels

takeoff weight 249.9g

video resolution 4K up to 60fps, 10-bit color

zoom Hybrid 2x digital, 48mm mid-telephoto mode (sensor crop)

Pros

Exceptional image quality with large 1-inch sensor in mini drone category
Lightweight design complying with sub-250g regulations
Advanced obstacle avoidance with LiDAR and nightscape mode
Versatile gimbal providing flexible shooting angles including true vertical
Long 36-minute flight time for compact drone
Built-in storage reduces dependency on external cards
High transmission range with DJI O4+ system

Cons

Launch pricing relatively high for entry-level consumers
Certain combo versions required for full all-in-one controller experience
2x digital zoom may not match quality of optical zoom
Minimal improvements from previous Mini 4 Pro could make upgrade decisions complex

DJI Mini 4 Pro

Launch Date9/24/2023

Launch Price759 USD

Expert Reviews

90/100

9 experts

Android Police

9.5/10

"The DJI Mini 4 Pro is an extremely lightweight and portable camera drone. Weighing in at or below 250 grams, it is often free to fly in places where other drones might not be allowed. "

Engadget

92/100

"DJI’s Mini 4 Pro sets another new benchmark for small drones."

PCMag

4.5/5

"The safest, most advanced small drone yet"

T3

5/5

"A top pro-style mini consumer drone for taking hi-res aerial imagery"

TechRadar

4.5/5

"The Mini Pro just got more professional"

The Verge

/10

"The DJI Mini 4 Pro is the first mini with binocular vision in every direction"

Tom's Guide

4/5

"DJI's small drone gains some new tricks"

Trusted Reviews

5/5

"A fly-anywhere drone for hobbyists and professionals"

Wired

8/10

"Building on the Mini 3 Pro’s strong foundations, DJI’s smallest drone is also its most appealing."

User Reviews

93/100

6450 users

Amazon

4.5/5

6169 reviews

"Amazon.com: DJI Mini 4 Pro (DJI RC 2), Drones with Camera for Adults 4K, Under 0.549 lbs/249 g, 34 Mins Flight Time, 20km Max Video Transmission Distance, Omnidirectional Vision Sensing, Mini Drone for Beginners : Toys & Games"

BestBuy

4.9/5

267 reviews

"DJI Mini 4 Pro Drone and RC 2 Remote Control with Built in Screen Gray CP.MA.00000732.01 - Best Buy"

Walmart

4.6/5

14 reviews

"Fly safer and farther than ever before with the Mini 4 Pro Drone with RC-N2 Controller from DJI. Significant upgrades have been made to both vision sensing and transmission range compared to the last generation. Instead of tri-directional, the Mini 4 Pro has omnidirectional obstacle avoidance for co"

Allegro

"Ładowarka HUB dron DJI Mini 3 / Mini 3 Pro / Mini 4 Pro 3aku wyśw. kolor - 15714651627 - oficjalne archiwum Allegro"

Target

"DJI Mini 4 Pro (DJI RC 2) (GL) : Target"

Specifications

camera sensor 1/1.3-inch CMOS, 48MP

flight time 30 minutes

max video resolution 4K/100 fps

rotors 4 (2 blades per rotor, replaceable)

size (unfolded) 9.6 x 11.4 x 2.1 inches

transmission system OcuSync 4

weight 8.8 ounces

Pros

Improved low light camera performance
Smooth video transmission
Excellent tracking & obstacle avoidance
True vertical shooting
Omnidirectional obstacle avoidance

Cons

Still pricey for a small drone
Limited internal memory