DJI changed the drone market when they launched the DJI Mavic Pro back in 2016. Prior to that, the Phantom series were the iconic drones in the industry. The Mavic Pro soon proved that a compact, folding drone was just as capable, even though it was a fraction of the size.
Since then, there have been a handful of new Mavic drones. The Mavic 2 series, including the Mavic 2 Pro and Mavic 2 Zoom, both proved superior machines to all Mavic drones before them, and if you want to get even more out of them, check out some of the best DJI Mavic 2 accessories.
DJI Mavic 2 Pro overview
- 4K camera
- Enhanced obstacle sensors
- Fast data transfer
DJI called the Mavic 2 Pro an iterative update over the original Mavic Pro; It may look like a simple upgrade, but the Mavic 2 Pro quadcopter is a vastly superior folding drone in almost every possible way.
DJI Mavic 2 Zoom overview
- Reliable drone
- Solid build
- Powerful zoom on the camera
The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is near identical to the Mavic 2 Pro, the main difference being the camera. The zoom capabilities of the Mavic 2 Zoom are impressive, with a hybrid 4x zoom in total. As great as that is, we wish they would have used the same 1-inch sensor as the Mavic 2 Pro, instead of the 1/2.3-inch sensor that is common in drones these days.
The Mavic 2 series share a Fly More kit, sold separately, as opposed to the combos for the other Mavic drones. The Fly More package for the Mavic 2 drones come with a great selection of additional parts and accessories. The value is there, check it out, then scroll down the page if you need more, or just want to buy a few bits separately.
DJI Mavic 2 Fly More kit
In the box you’ll find two batteries, a car charger, a charging hub, two pairs of propellers, a travel bag, and a battery / power bank adapter. The Fly More kit runs for $399, which saves you over $100 if you were to purchase the bits separately.
DJI Mavic 2 propellers
Bumps happen, so when your DJI Mavic 2 requires a little repair, you’re looking at $10.60 for a pair of propellers. One clockwise and the other counter-clockwise.
DJI Mavic 2 battery
The DJI Mavic 2 offers some of the best flight time of any consumer drone on the market, but still 31 minutes may not be enough for your needs. The Mavic 2 Fly More kit comes with two more batteries, but you can get your hands on more for $149 or less from Amazon.
microSD card
I don’t have to explain this one, do I? Cameras need SD cards to store data. Your Mavic 2 uses the microSD card format. We like the Samsung cards, DJI promotes Sandisk.
DJI Smart Controller
One of the best upgrades you can make for almost any of your DJI drones is the DJI Smart Controller. This is a very functional optional remote that has a built-in display and all the controls you need for a safe and productive flight. The DJI Smart Controller is $749.
DJI Mavic 2 propeller guards
Flying indoors or other tight spots can be disastrous for a drone, even worse for things that a drone runs into. Mitigate that damage by wrapping your drone in a protective bubble. The easiest solution is the simple Mavic 2 propeller guards. Check out the DJI Mavic 2 propeller guards for $25 from Amazon.
DJI Mavic 2 hard carrying case
The travel bag that comes with the DJI Mavic 2 Fly More kit is pretty good, it’s well organized and functional, but if you need a little bit more protection for your drone, a hard case is the answer. As a solid in-between, check out this foam case for Mavic 2 for $50.
Looking for more? Check out our full list of the best drone accessories for any drone.
Don’t forget: DJI Care Refresh, now with Flyaway protection
Your DJI drone comes with a standard warranty, but you can get more. DJI Care Refresh is offered in different tiers, with coverage including express repairs, replacements, upgraded customer support, and more. Added in January 2021, Flyaway coverage. We have to remind you that your job as a pilot is to ensure a safe flight, including avoiding situations where a flyaway is possible. Of course, things happen, so DJI has you covered.
Frequently Asked Questions
For the most part, no. You can use the propellers between the drones, but that is the only officially supported cross-over. The Mavic 2 drones are a little larger, but you can probably still use your bags and cases for the newer drone, similarly, you may be able to get third-party landing gear and prop guards to fit, but all of the other parts and accessories are not made to swap back and forth.
Yes! The Mavic 2 drones are equipped with OcuSync connectivity, and should be able to connect to devices such as the DJI Goggles.
The airframe of these aircraft are identical. The only physical difference between the DJI Mavic 2 Pro and the DJI Mavic 2 Zoom are the cameras. The entire camera gimbal assembly is different, with one housing a larger 1-inch Hasselblad camera, the other a smaller sensor, but a zoom lens assembly. On the inside, the drone operate on different software in order to control the cameras, but otherwise these drones are identical.
I applaud your enthusiasm in trying to keep your Mavic 2 drone legal. As we write this, in mid-January 2021, the FAA has not yet validated the tech required to produce Remote ID. Keeping in mind that your DJI drone is already transmitting secure data, it may be possible for DJI to roll out a software patch that enables everything that the FAA requires. Otherwise, please remember that you have at least a few months before a Remote ID module will be legally required.
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