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DJI’s rumored $300 Mini SE drone is available now in the US and weighs only 249 grams

10 Aug

Following a leak in June, DJI’s sub-250-gram entry-level drone, the DJI Mini SE, is now available in the United States. At $ 300, the Mini SE is DJI’s most affordable drone.

As noted by Drone DJ, the DJI Mini SE is essentially a cheaper version of DJI’s original Mini. In our review of the Mini in 2019, we called it ‘the perfect drone for beginners.’ In 2020, the DJI Mini 2 came out. In our DJI Mini 2 review, we remarked that the Mini 2 built upon the excellent concept of the original Mini and included significant improvements. The Mini 2 launched at $ 450, $ 150 more expensive than the new Mini SE.

The Mini SE is more a spiritual successor to the original DJI Mini than a replacement for the Mini 2. While the Mini 2 records 4K video, the Mini SE offers the same 2.7K video resolution as the original Mini. That said, the Mini SE uses the same slightly redesigned body as the Mini 2. Speaking of sharing features with the original Mini drone, DJI has delisted it following the release of the Mini SE.

The DJI Mini SE weighs only 249 grams, putting it in the lowest weight class of drones.

At 249 grams (8.8 oz.), the Mini SE is about the same weight as some smartphones. DJI writes, ‘Weighing under 249 grams, DJI Mini SE is almost as light as the average smartphone. This makes it exceptionally portable and places it in the lowest and safest weight class of drones, which may exempt it from certain regulations in many countries.’

When folded, the drone’s dimensions (L x W x H) are 131 x 81 x 58mm. Unfolded with propellers, the drone is 245 x 289 x 56mm. In terms of additional specs, the drone has a maximum ascent speed of 4 meters per second and a max speed (with no wind) of 13 m/s. The Mini SE has a maximum tilt angle of 30° and a maximum angular velocity of 150°/s.

In our coverage of the Mini SE leak in June, we wondered what remote the Mini SE would ship with, the Mini remote or the improved Mini 2’s remote? As it turns out, it’s the former.

As mentioned, the DJI Mini SE shares its imaging pipeline with the original Mini. The Mini SE drone records 12MP aerial photos and up to 2.7K Quad HD videos using its 1/2.3″ CMOS image sensor. The built-in lens has a 35mm-equivalent focal length of 24mm and an F2.8 aperture. The drone’s ISO range for photo and video is 100-3200. The drone includes a 3-axis motorized gimbal. When flying, the remote maintains an HD video feed at up to 4km (2.5mi). The drone is rated for up to 30 minutes of flying with a fully charged battery.

The DJI Mini SE comes with numerous ease-of-use features, including QuickShots. With QuickShots, you can set the drone to automatically perform preset motions, including Dronie, Rocket, Circle and Helix. The drone also includes a CineSmooth mode. This slows down the Mini SE’s flight speed and movements for additional precision and stability. It’s a useful mode when flying in tight spaces, too. The Mini SE comes equipped with a 360° Propeller Guard to protect the drone and people in the area. It also has advanced sensors to hover precisely.

The accompanying DJI Fly app helps users find scenic locations near them. The integrated SkyPixel social media platform lets users share aerial photos and videos with other users.

The DJI Mini SE is available now through DJI and authorized retailers. To learn more about DJI’s new $ 300, 249-gram drone, visit DJI.

Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

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Bike in a Backpack Folds Up Tiny & Weighs Just 11 Pounds

15 Nov

[ By Steph in Technology & Vehicles & Mods. ]

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Dubbed ‘Impossible’ for its ability to pull off the seemingly unreachable goal of folding down so tiny it can fit inside a backpack, this electric bicycle can be carried virtually anywhere. The design is based around circles instead of a single horizontal girder to spread weight equally across the frame. While there are plenty of folding bike designs, few of them are quite as small and lightweight as the Impossible, which weighs in at less than 11 pounds.

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The seat and handlebars are set at similar heights so the front and rear wheels do equal work to bear the weight of the rider. Nearly the entire bike is made of carbon fiber to keep the weight as low as it can be, with a steel connecting box in the center of the frame ensuring that it’s strong enough to withstand everyday use and carry a rider weighing up to 180 pounds.

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The riding saddle doubles as the carrying case, keeping the electric charger clean, dry and ready for use. The bike will ultimately be up to 60% customizable with options like colored removable covers. Folding and unfolding the Impossible is achieved in four simple steps. The bike features ten 3.6V batteries and a DC motor enabling it to travel up to 12.4 mph for 45 minutes, or at normal speed for up to 15.6 miles per charge. No pedaling necessary – the bike does all the work.

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Beijing-based Impossible Technology is currently raising funds for the project on Kickstarter, with backers pledging $ 430 CAD or more receiving an all-white Impossible bike from the first production run. Additional designs and accessories will be available in the future.