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DJI Mini 4 Pro vs DJI Air 3S

Buy the Mini 4 Pro for travel, casual flying and a first drone: it weighs about 8.8 oz, flies 34 minutes and costs $670 at Newegg.com as of November 5, 2026. Buy the Air 3S for serious photo and video work: its 1-inch main sensor, dual cameras, LiDAR sensing and 45-minute flights justify the higher price. The gap is real money: $924.99 at PayMore Algonquin versus $670, about $255 more for the Air 3S.

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DJI Mini 4 Pro

DJI Mini 4 Pro

4.8· 404 ratings
$670.00at Newegg.comObserved at 5:22 PM
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Choose the Mini 4 Pro if you want a light, beginner-friendly drone under 250 g with a screen controller and you would rather save the $255.

Pros
  • Under 250 g, so light to carry and easy to fly in more places
  • RC 2 controller has a built-in screen, no phone needed
  • 12.4-mile OcuSync 4 range
  • True vertical shooting for social video
  • Cheapest of the two by about $255
Cons
  • Smaller sensor than the Air 3S, so weaker in low light
  • 34-minute flights, 11 minutes less than the Air 3S
  • No tele camera
  • The listed unit is condition Good with no visible serial number
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DJI Air 3S

DJI Air 3S

4.2· 28 ratings
$924.99at PayMore AlgonquinVerified
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Choose the Air 3S if image quality and flight time matter more than weight and price, and you want a 1-inch sensor plus a tele camera.

Pros
  • 1-inch CMOS main camera with 50MP stills
  • Second 48MP medium tele camera for compressed shots
  • Up to 45 minutes of flight time
  • Forward LiDAR adds sensing in low light
  • 4K/120p and 4K/60p HDR video
Cons
  • 724 g, heavier to carry and more regulated than a sub-250 g drone
  • About $255 more than the Mini 4 Pro
  • RC-N3 controller needs your phone as a screen
  • Only 28 ratings at 4.2 out of 5

What separates them

DJI Mini 4 ProDJI Air 3S
WeightAbout 8.8 oz (under 250 g)724 g takeoff weight
Flight timeUp to 34 minutesUp to 45 minutes
Main cameraSingle 4K camera, 4K/100 fps slow motion50MP 1-inch CMOS plus 48MP 1/1.3-inch medium tele
Obstacle sensingOmnidirectional visionOmnidirectional vision plus forward LiDAR
Transmission rangeUp to 12.4 miles with OcuSync 4O4 video transmission (range not stated here)
Included controllerRC 2 with built-in screenRC-N3, phone-based
Price$670.00 at Newegg.com as of November 5, 2026$924.99 at PayMore Algonquin as of November 5, 2026
Buyer ratings4.8 out of 5 from 404 ratings4.2 out of 5 from 28 ratings

Price history

$1,099.00$614.99
Oct 29Nov 5
  • DJI Mini 4 Pro: lowest $614.99 on Nov 5 at PayMore Spring.
  • DJI Air 3S: lowest $1,050.00 on Oct 29 at DrDrone.ca; $1,099.00 on Nov 5.

Prices at every store

DJI Mini 4 Pro

  • Newegg.comNew

    In stockSold by Prime Drone

    $670.00Observed at 5:22 PM
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  • eBayNew

    Availability unknownSold by infinity-drones (100% positive, 13,100 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

    $689.00Free shippingVerified
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  • PayMore Great HillsNew

    Availability unknown

    $699.99Observed at 2:07 PM
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  • PayMore MilfordNew

    Availability unknown

    $714.99Observed at 2:07 PM
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DJI Air 3S

  • PayMore AlgonquinNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $924.99Verified
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  • WalmartNew

    In stockSold by 82days TechReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.

    $1,485.00Free shippingVerified
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    $1,099.00Free shippingObserved at 5:03 PM
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Specs compared

SpecDJI Mini 4 ProDJI Air 3S
Controller Type2.4 GHz, SmartphoneSmartphone
With CameraYesYes
ColorWhiteBlack, Gray
CollectionDrones—
Sub-CollectionDJI Drone—
BrandDJI—
ModelMini 4 Pro—
Type4K Quadcopter Camera Drone—
ConditionGood—
MiniYes—
Operating Distance12.4 mi Operating Distance—
Flying Time34 min flying time—
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SpecDJI Mini 4 ProDJI Air 3S
actual_color—Air 3S Fly More Combo (RC 2）
Weight—724 g takeoff weight
Video—up to 4K/120p, 4K/60p HDR
Gimbal—3-axis mechanical, with vertical shooting
Flight time—up to 45 minutes
Obstacle sensing—omnidirectional vision with forward LiDAR

What reviewers say

DJI Mini 4 Pro

  • 4.8 / 5404 ratings

Reviewers rate it 4.8 out of 5 from 404 ratings and call it easy to fly with strong photo and video quality. Many see it as a clear step up from earlier Mini models, and the built-in screen controller gets frequent praise.

Pros
  • Easy to use and fly
  • Great photos and videos
  • Built-in screen remote controller
  • Handles hard conditions well
Cons
  • Low-light footage is noisier than larger drones
  • Accessories add up in price

DJI Air 3S

  • 4.2 / 528 ratings

Owner feedback on the Air 3S centers on the image quality of the 1-inch sensor and the usefulness of the tele camera, with LiDAR sensing seen as a real step up for low-light flying. Complaints tend to focus on weight and the cost of batteries and the Fly More kit.

Pros
  • Sharp, clean footage from the 1-inch main camera
  • Tele camera is handy for compressing landscapes and framing subjects
  • Low-light obstacle sensing works noticeably better than on the Air 3
  • Long flight times per battery
Cons
  • Heavier than expected for travel
  • Batteries and combo kits are expensive
  • Phone-based controller setup is less convenient than a built-in screen
Reviews
  • DJI Air 3S Review: One of the Best Drones You Can Still Buy in the US - DJI Air 3S Review: One of the Best Drones You Can Still Buy in the U

Questions and answers

Which is better for travel?
The Mini 4 Pro. At about 8.8 oz it packs small and stays under the 250 g line many countries use. The Air 3S at 724 g is a bigger case and more paperwork.
Is the Air 3S worth the extra money?
For photo and video work, yes. The 1-inch sensor, second tele camera, LiDAR and 45-minute flights are things the Mini 4 Pro cannot match. For casual flying, the $255 saving buys a lot.
Which has better image quality?
The Air 3S. Its 50MP 1-inch main sensor gathers more light than the Mini 4 Pro's smaller sensor, and the 48MP tele camera adds a second focal length.
Which flies longer?
The Air 3S, up to 45 minutes versus 34 minutes for the Mini 4 Pro.
Do I need a phone to fly either one?
Not the Mini 4 Pro in this listing: the RC 2 controller has its own screen. The Air 3S package here ships with the RC-N3, which uses your phone as the display.
Which is easier for a beginner?
The Mini 4 Pro. It is lighter, has automatic flight modes and a screen controller, and its 4.8 rating comes from 404 buyers. The Air 3S is manageable but heavier and aimed at enthusiasts.

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