DJI just rolled out a significant firmware update for the Mavic 3 drone series in September 2023, and it brings some exciting improvements. One standout feature is “Vision Assist,” designed to help you anticipate obstacles from all directions during your flight.
Using Vision Assist on your DJI drone is simple. It’s available through a firmware update for the Mavic 3, Mavic 3 Classic, Mavic 3 Pro drones, and their Cine versions. To access Vision Assist, open the Mini Map on your remote controller screen and swipe right.
Now, let’s explore when you should make the most of Vision Assist on your Mavic 3:
1. Multi-directional obstacle awareness:
Vision Assist offers seamless obstacle identification through your remote controller view, allowing you to navigate confidently around potential obstacles. Whether you’re circling or moving away, it provides lateral and backward visual assistance, helping you gauge distances to the left, right, and behind. Even during high-angle shots, you can maintain a clear forward view.
2. Enhanced precision with 3x or 7x zoom cameras:
When using the zoom cameras on your Mavic 3 drone, Vision Assist proves invaluable. The telephoto lens can sometimes make it challenging to judge distances due to its narrow field of view. Forward visual support broadens your perspective of the environment ahead, making telephoto shots more focused and visually unobstructed.
3. Nighttime filming assistance:
Vision Assist can turn dimly lit obstacles into bright spots on your screen, particularly useful when nighttime lighting doesn’t meet obstacle avoidance standards. This added safety feature provides peace of mind for night photography.
4. Unlocking creative possibilities:
With Vision Assist, creative shots become more accessible with your Mavic 3 Pro. Eliminating blind spots allows you to control the drone confidently and capture bold and innovative footage.
5. Collision warnings with Vision Assist:
When Vision Assist detects an obstacle in your current view direction, it will issue a collision warning. The warning’s color indicates the obstacle’s distance from the aircraft. A yellow warning signifies a distance between 2.2 and 5 meters, while a red warning appears when the obstacle is less than 2.2 meters away. It’s important to note that this warning only appears when Vision Assist is displayed in the small window.
Lastly, if you’re using DJI RC and enable Vision Assist, keep in mind that the primary video transmission quality will drop to 720p, and the camera view on your screen might appear slightly blurrier than before.
6. Flight, Safety, and Operational Enhancements
As is customary, the latest firmware update for the Mavic 3 introduces several minor enhancements to flight and operational performance, enhancing overall reliability and functionality. These improvements include:
Advanced RTH Altitude Settings: You can now customize the Return-to-Home (RTH) altitude for Advanced RTH, providing greater flexibility and control during automated return maneuvers.
Mavic 3 Cine USB Mode: A USB mode has been integrated into the Mavic 3 Cine, simplifying the process of data transfer.
Clean HDMI Output with DJI RC Pro: The DJI RC Pro now supports clean HDMI output, ensuring pristine video quality for your professional needs. Video Caching and External SD Card Download: With the DJI RC Pro, you can now cache video footage and download original video files directly to an external SD card, streamlining your workflow.
Bug Fixes: Various minor bugs have been addressed and resolved to enhance overall system stability.
Where Can I Buy the DJI Mavic 3
The DJI Mavic 3 and Mavic 3 Cine are readily available for purchase through D1 Store, both in-store and online. When you order online, you’ll also enjoy the convenience of free shipping within the United States of America. At DLS Store, we take pride in offering not only top-quality products but also local support and service. Our knowledgeable product specialists are here to provide you with all the information you need to make the right choice.
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