DJI CrystalSky Monitor in depth review - screen for Inspire 2, Phantom 4 pro, Mavic
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- Опубликовано: 12 июн 2024
- DJI CrystalSky Monitor Review -
Quick summary - I love the 7.85" with the Inspire 2, great combo, I don't see a lot of use the CrystalSky 5.5" Monitor. It's just as great of a monitor it's just abot the same size as an iPhone Plus or Samsung Plus size phone. If you have one of those, or a tablet you are happy with, skip the 5.5".
I have been using the 7.85" CrystalSky monitor for quite some time now. Overall it has been rock solid, awesome battery life, and a BIG BRIGHT SCREEN that I can actually seen in direct daylight.
Main Differences between the three models (BEG / MID / PRO):
5.5'', 1000 cd/m2, 1920 x 1080, 32GB internal storage
7.85'', 1000 cd/m2, 2048 x 1536, 64GB internal storage
I think at $599 the 7.85" is a great buy, if you only use the standard DJI Apps.
If you are someone that uses third party apps like DroneDeploy, Autopilot, Litchi, these ARE NOT FOR YOU. Not yet at least, currently you can only use the first party DJI app. It does look like that may be changing but there isn't a firm timeframe (as of this publishing).
Thanks everyone!
I like your reviews, straight to the point, tons of information in it, presented in a fast but understandable pace, good work 👍
Thanks Marcel!
iam so glad u did a review on this thanks bill
Thanks Elvis!
Thanks for the review!!!
At first I didn’t like the Crystalsky vs my iPad Pro 9.7. However after using it and acclimating to it as well as learning the finer details from you in your video I’m sold on the crystalsky.
Keanu Gilbert yes
Bill great video. I am ordering one today. Thank you for the review.
Wow! Awesome review. Thanks!!!!!
Thanks Bill. Great vid. I got 7.5 Crystalsky ultra bright as standard with my new Matrice 210 and it is absolutely fantastic.
Very nice!
Thank you for your wonderful video, I am in the middle of choosing in between the P4 pro+ V2.0 and P4pro V2.0 with Crystal sky and now I think the Crystal Sky is a better investment for me.
Thanks Dude ,, I like the fact that I could edit RUclips videos on the go
Thanks for doing a review Bill on the CrystalSky monitors. I like my dedicated mini iPad 4 and Nvidia K1 Shield tablets with sun shades. and even though I like the features of the CrystalSky, I would probably wait for the brighter version. My opinion, at 1000 nits, it still is not that great of a difference over a good sunshade. The DJI Goggles also have made a big difference for me. They are incredible but requires a spotter. Thats a problem because most of the time I am solo. Great job as usual Bill, very professional. Like your new studio.
Addy
Thanks Addy! New studio is a work in progress, figuring out overall design and finalizing
great review dose the large monitor work with the spark?
Will my controller still be able to fit inside the original DJI box after the mounting bracket is installed?
I have answered my own question after receiving my bracket. The controller will NOT fit inside the original Phantom 4 Pro styrofoam case unless you cut away some of the styrofoam that surrounds the bracket.
Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the review! I have a question though, do I need the bracket? If I have the phantom 4 RC i could just hook it up on that mount and use a USB cable to connect it to the controller right? Thanks again, hope to hear back from you!
I am using the CrystalSky Monitor for my Inspire2. My problem seems to be; "Where are my logs?" When I use inflight apps such as LAANC programs, there is an application to fill out for Pilot Risk. Pilot risk takes into account the total hours you have flying a specific UAS or sUAS total airtime. Since DJI does not have a link to several programs with its CrystalSky I am handicapped to provide log times. The microchip slots on the CrystalSky have an overflow purpose or a detailed purpose? For the big Bucks we spend with DJI it seems that what with ADP and RI (Aircraft Detection Program and Remote Identification) being installed in new IMU's one would seem that DJI could have some collusion with 3rd Party Programmers or design its own LAANC program, cause we know DJI has its nose quite deep up the FAA Organization and wants to keep the market here in the USa.
Many thanks for that. Your video helped a lot. Why they did not make the screen non-reflective beats me. At the price they are they should have. Would a non-reflective screen help?
Will CrystalSky work as a stand alone video player and playback 4k video in the integrated SD slot using an SD card from the drone, and deliver the 4k video to a TV though the integrated HDMI port via cable?
Ok so I read somewhere that if you do NOT have the bracket you can power the screen from the controller of my my P4P - it will NOT charge the external battery but does it power the screen until I obtain the bracket? I.E placing it on the current bracket like one would a phone or tablet.
Hello. Two questions that I'd appreciate your help with.
1. Can you record the screen so that when I make a final video I could have both the video footage and the telemetry screen?
2. When you connect a second screen via hdmi. Is that an exact copy of the screen. Telemetry as well. Or is it just the video?
Thank you,
Simon
1:43 I've had my P4 Pro+ for over a year now and the App on the Screen has not crashed once. I've read that the Samsung Galaxy 8 uses a 1000 NITS display...
The 7.85" display was originally priced near $1000... Has the price dropped to $599 ??
Thanks for the video
I just got the Ultra 7.85 - awesome in Florida midday sun. But touchscreen is unresponsive w/ slider controls like the 2 battery warning settings. Any problems with yours?
Do you still have yours? I've been using one from a friend and touch screen is NOT GOOD! Also crashes with loosing the Go4 App. Wondering if you got rid of yours after all this time and the issues? Thanks!
Help! I can’t figure out why I can’t see the little gradient square that allows you to see your d-log footage in rec.709. I see it when I run the app on the iPhone , but not on my Crystalsky 5.5 display. I’ve updated everything.
Bill, I have Phantom 4 with HDMI module installed. Will I still have HDMI video output from my controller If I connect CrystalSky to it or would it be disabled? Using my P4 controller clean HDMI video output for live streaming.
You mentioned that you have a P4P+ monitor. Can you replace the P4P+ monitor with the Crystal sky monitor? Well done presentation, as usual. Thank you, Lee
I havent' tried, and I would say no, very very unlikely
I have a Mavic and spark , so I went to 5inch smaller one. It just fits the controller better. But ya I would love to try out or get the bigger one if I ever purchase an Inspire 2
Great review. When the Ultra Bright CS makes it out, Do you think the ultra bright will be just overkill- ie will you upgrade? ? You mentioned Phantom 4 Pro+ crashing a lot. I have the P4P, DJI Replaced my controller for similar issue_ video feed totally would freeze. How stable has the Crystal Sky been? Last Q: did you have the “Red Color Prop Issue” commonly seen on the Inspire Forum? If so, what was your fix?
West Michigan Drone my red prop rattled, I put a little paper shin there, all good (front left prop). The 2000 will be worth it if you deal in daylight a bit, I have someone that wants my 7.85 so I will probably pick it up. Thanks for the note on the P4P!
I have the Ultra Bright 7.85 for my P4P well I love it super bright and no issues so far and well worth the money spent (as long as it is usable in future DJI Drones).
5.5 is perfect travel size for me 7 way too big for my Mavic controller. New Mavic/Crystalsky cast bracket on order, I’ll be made up! Screen size simply a personal preference. Nice vid, many thanks.
Bought mine through B&H and waiting (nearly 2 months) for it to ship. I hope it was worth it.
The most important advantage of the crystal sky is that are no advertisements!
Just to add, third party apps such as Litchi, Kittyhawk and facebook are now supported and hopefully more like Drone Deploy will follow soon, I can't stress enough though, the Ultrabright model is the best option. I have also iPad mini 4 for Drone Deploy but once it'll be supported by CS I'm ditching it for the same reasons you've mentioned. Batteries, brightness, overheating (except when you use x-naut cooling case) and flexibility. Great review btw!
I have the ultra brite 7.85 for my P4 and will NEVER go back to tablets. On the Mavic Air , the large monitor was so heavy it was constantly working loose from the controller , so I got the small CS and it is a reasonable solution for this problem. Overall I would say they are worth the $$$, but I would say that their DJI centric utility is a bit of a downer. It would be nice to use it with a dslr for example.
James do you still have your 7.85"? Did you have touch screen issues where you'd have to hit something many times to get it to work? Crashes with the Go4 App? As much as I love the screen brightness, not sure the other issues make me want it that bad. Your thoughts will be very helpful.
I've read that they are now compatible with third party applications, can you confirm? It's on their Q&A of the crystal sky. My tablet is dead and I use it only for the drone, so I was thinking to directly buy one crystal sky, but I use litchi sometimes
Do you have the link where I can buy for 599 i’m going to go with the 7.85 and now you can use Litchi with it so I’m really going to enjoy my weight. Missions using the Crystal sky and HDMI to my DJI gogglesThat’s going to be awesome in full screen mode
Explain me something .. if im in a place tht dnt hve wifi how i will conect?
Hello! The large difference in brightness between tab s2 and 7.85" CrystalSky?
Looking forward to getting one myself.
Thanks for the video :)
Thanks a lot!
BillNicholsTV hi can I use this with dslr as an external monitor on a gimbal
Harsh Surnam Production No. The HDMI is video out only.
There are ways to add the Google play store on the DJI CrystalSky and run Litchi successfully from it as well...Just an FYI..
What is the resolution coming out of the hdmi I know the hdmi module for the phantom 4 is 720. Is it better than that? Hopefully it’s 1080. Thanks. I also sub up to your channel
I have the 7 inch model with my 210 rtk. I like it a lot.
Can this monitor be used as a substitute for DJI's new FPV Goggles?
Is it HD with super low latency?
I take it that Crystal Sky works on both Inspire 1 and 2? Does that mean that both the original DJI Go App and the DJI Go 4 Apps are loaded onboard out of the box?
Hey Paul - That;s correct - thanks for watching, cheers
does it accept HDMI input from another source? like dvd player or any hdmi
Are there any recent updates that allow you to use the Crystal with Mavic Pro 2
I have a question for you that i have not heard an answer to yet. If you are wearing sunglasses that are polarized can you still see the screen? Most phones and tablets you cant see especially when you turn the phone 90°.
My CrystalSky Monitor helps out more than I expected. Ultra will be a great addition.
Just waiting for ultra brigh, it is kind of MIA
Same here. I think we will see them in the next few weeks. Let me know what you think of the new Lightroom programs.
The 5.5 is a good buy when using it with the Mavic for HDMI out to other monitors or sources like live streaming to Sling Studio which DJI is partnered with.
Which of the Mavics is compatible with the crystal sky?i want to hook one with my slingstudio setup
@@wapixfilms All of them the Crystal Sky hooks into the Mavic controller using USB-C and outputs to your sling hub using HDMI cable or a Camera link
@@Mikephotos thank you
Got the 2000 nit version a couple of weeks ago, The brightness is totally amazing ! no regrets buying apart from the battery sucking tendancy
where bought?
A UK dealer with China connections who paid for and ordered 10 but only fluked one which I was fortunate to get. No sign of any others coming he says. I thought that they would start to appear after I got mine but they still haven't.
thanks for the answer)!
Any issues with the DJI Go4 app crashing on the CrystalSky?
i got this omg its freaking awsome best investment no more sunshade no more tilting n tryin to see where your drone is awsome awsome awsome
hahah glad you have a good experience with it as well
Elvis Best spelled awesome.
Hello Elvis , I have read many comments about the screen. The majority are talking about the screen being broken after a short period of use, since you own one. Can you recommend buying it? Or it is not practical ..
Great video & thanks for not unboxing. I subbed. BTW love the glasses :)
Did you mention how good it work in extreme temperature
I assume you will be getting and reviewing the ultra as well correct, I have had one on order at B&H for 5 mo
Yep - I spoke to DJI directly , they do not know when it will be shipping with any real quantity
I trust any small external monitor, not just the DJI crystal sky, can be connected to the controller via HDMI. right?
Yes
@@BillNicholsTV Thanks
Is there an update to it? I have 2s.
Hello , I have read many comments about the screen. The majority are talking about the screen being broken after a short period of use, since you own one. Can you recommend buying it? Or it is not practical ..
I have had zero problems with mine - highly recommend, and I have two of them
This is a 7.85 High or Ultra Monitor?
both, there are 2 versions
Can I use this with a Mavic 2pro? Is it compatible?
Best Dji product ever!
You still feel that way after having it for sometime now? Or do you still have yours? I've been borrowing once from a friend and have found this 7.85" Ultra bright to have glitchy touch screen and crashing of the Go4 App. Thanks
Can it download others flying apps as well?
Just a quick hello and wondering where you have been
Anyone heard when the ultra will be available?
This is a must have especially if you do any professional work or if you got the cash to spend. When you’re spending more than 1500$ for a drone why would you want to just use a phone/tablet, go with a dedicated display just like this.
5.5 would be a good solution for the Mavic line especially the Mavic Air.
Thanks for the review Bill! The screen looks great. Did they increase the price? It now shows as $699!
Thanks Ali - I think when I bought it was on sale for a bit, at $699 it's still a great buy
I know I’m late to this party but found this as I looked into buying one. I don’t know what is going on with pricing but it’s crazy. 5.5 is $529 and the larger one is $809 now! A difference of $270. And, yes, I was looking at the 1000nit version in both cases. So I’m going to flip it around. You said if you’re happy with the size of your phone then don’t buy the 5.5. With this price spread I’d say if you are happy with the size of your phone the BUY IT for brightness and you won’t be disappointed in the size of the 5.5. Since I’m ok with my iPhone 7 I’m not spending another $270 for a larger screen. Great video though.
Mini 2 compatable or not?
Are you going to get the x7?
+Dawson Boyle yes I am, should have it as soon as it’s released
Can HDMI OUT be clean?
Great video 👍
Thanks 907!
Has the screen ever crashed at all? Thanks
Excellent presentation, as usual. Bill, Dji told me that the Crystal Sky, 7.85 high brightness monitor is 1,000 nts. And the P4P+ (plus) monitor is also 1,000 nts - why buy a Crystal Sky- supplied aircraft, other than for its larger size, rather than a P4P+ aircraft which is less expensive? Lee
Lee Cook most are going to use this with the inspire 2 or Matrice series
You should compare smallHD to the DJI screens.
Now *that* is what i was thinking too, as i have the smallHD myself.
How many people on here use third party apps? Does that keep you from considering a Crystalsky?
no third party app i got one of these and i use it for my phantom 4 it works beautifully no crashes nothing at all brightness is amazing i am working on getting a inspire 2 now thanks bill
It did until I found out today that with the new update you can now add some third party apps !
Bill my friend has had one for the past month and the app crashes a lot the screen is excellent though but the reliability is not very good
I have had the app crash on my p4p+ controller but just one time on CrystalSky after a ton of usage
@@BillNicholsTV Do you still have yours? I'm debating buying from a friend the Ultra but the touch screen issue and crashes, not to mention No warranty, makes me Leary. Only used 3 different days over past 4-5 days and each time some issues.
Is there anyway to MOD this monitor for Digital FPV ?
Tus Nalgas Son Mias mid in what way? It has hdmi in and out
I'm on the same boat, the smaller monitor isn't worth the price since for a hundred more you can take advantage of a bigger monitor with a lot more room to focus on details, also comes with two batteries that will pretty much last you an entire day of shooting in the middle of a golf course.
Great video and review! Maybe it's just my laptop- but I had a hard time hearing you
maybe volume down?
BillNicholsTV lol no, volume was max
@BillNicholsTV Thanks for the video, if your not using the 5.5 screen lest make a deal! haha
Top 3 reviews I've watched. Thanks! But I'm waiting for DJI to admit they need to support other apps. I mean, open source is open source. DJI's money isn't in the apps. It is in the hardware. IMHO.
+John Walters they have said they are working with 3rd party developers like drone deploy to bring their apps to the CrystalSky. Timing is still unknown
It’s use for mavic?
iNFinite Pictures he said yes but i dont think so coz its preaty big
I have a Mav Mount for the Mavic with the Crystal Sky adapter and just received the 7.85 CS. The adapter is overpriced ($30?) but the balance in your hands is nice and the the CS is really amazing. Puts the controller behind the monitor so you have to be familiar with all the buttons but what an improvement.
DJI needs to unlock this device so one can access Google Maps with other drones like the EVO. BTE, the touch screen is particularly problematic in the corners and not always responsive in the main.
No network connection other than wifi?? I'll stick to my phone.
Correct, if needed, I tether to my phone
Supposedly the USB port on the side of the monitor will accept Cell network dongle. Not tested this personally, but I did read that will work... no link to where I read that. Take it for what you will.
Bill, please fact check your statement on materials construction. I'll wager that the outer frame is aluminum or a magnesium alloy which acts as a heat sink. Note how it is cool to the touch when removed from storage , prior to use. I'm not going to put mine to the knife to proove this,vbut I'm 90% sure....
I would have to agree with you Dave. 👍🏻
Looks like you need a hood, in the sun it's not as good as purported. But still with a hood it will be great and offers the use without a hood out of the direct sunlight. Well thats just talking about the brightness and nothing else. I will be picking up this weekend but not for the brightness issue.
I would say depending on the user, and in some instances potentially. I haven't had to use a sunshade at all, but I can see someone using one. The quality of the screen and brightness in sunlight doesn't come across well in video when comparing to other screens though. Good choice to pick one up, you'll like it I think.
It looks like your old, with aging eyesight, hood or no hood is not going to fix anything lol. These monitors work excellent in direct, bright, sunlight, no hood necessary. We just used them for the first time on a shoot in the Swiss Alps and they worked perfectly in the whitewash of the snow and noon hour sun. The recorded video does NO justice to the actual brightness of this monitor, as should be expected by anyone who knows what a recorded video of a screen can reveal. Bill is just being nice. People need to stop jumping to conclusions before they first-hand information.
First off there's no reason to be a dick to someone, period. For some people's preference it will be bright enough for some it won't. I did call out that the recording doesn't really do it justice in a comment below, completely agree, in person it's a great difference between something like an iPad mini or iPhone and the CrystalSky.
also - i'll see if I can dig into the USB LTE potential, I remember seeing that somewhere as well.
@@jacknees1405 Yeah 5 year later I'm laughing at you, what a joke these monitors are no longer supported by dji, load of rubbish. Oh yeah its not the eye sight or "being old" LOL
I use Litchi all the time,so a Crystalsky is no good to me at the moment.
+richard rae not yet at least, remains to be seen how they will open up to third parties - ever have any issues with litchi? What are you flying with it?
BillNicholsTV Never had any problems with Litch.I use it with a Phantom 4 and my Mavic.
who has one for sale..? hard to find.
I should say the 7.85
I’m going to use my iPad mini 4... I’m getting that new blk p4 pro .... it’s really blk to me lol
nice!
ThatGuyScott // Question!
When using the iPad, is the ipad has to have internet connection?
Xellos Metallium use the otg cable, that wires it directly to the controller.
Big app issues with these monitors. Huge crashing issues and unable to power off. Just look at what everyone is saying in the forums. Big issues. Not sure if this will ever be fixed by DJI. The Android app has had issues for years now.
John Wood haven’t experienced that at all, the 7.85 has been completely solid
I haven't had much issues, pretty much same stability as iOS version
u can install 3rd party apps on it, it is possible now
First of all it's 699 and then the problems my Apple iPhone does not drop connection this new monitor droppeds connection and then around 30% of the times the video footage is distorted which never happened on my Apple iPhone with this new monitor I had 8 videos three were messed up and then to put the icing on a cake it shut off on me two times had to reboot it so I gave it a chance I did a master reset calibrate it went back for another test and it failed now I know why Amazon customers gave it bad reviews you minus those problems and the screen is perfect but until those problems are fixed I will stick with my Apple iPhone and the only reason I purchased it was for the brightness and the clarity but what good is when there is all those other issues I own a mavic and I owned Phantom 4 Pro Plus basically screens are the same not all the features but the same brightness and I never had problems with video footage never got distorted and I never lost connection I wish DJI would have made the mavic with a screen a 6-inch screen would have been perfect
Hey Joe - At the time I did the video (October) pricing was what I said it was. It sounds like you are relying on the screen to record your video and not your drone? I haven't had the experience you have. 6+ months later and it is just as solid for me and a great tool. Maybe you have on with issues, I would consider doing a return and replace on it. I have these now on both controllers (I bought them, not provided by DJI at all) and they have been solid for me. I have heard of some issues with the initial Ultra-Brights but haven't had an opportunity to use those. Thanks for watching and the feedback!
i have the 7.85"
$699 now, i'll stick with the ipad mini 4
Unbox therapy except he buys the product instead of company’s giving it to him.
My new 7.85" overheated after 12 minutes of flight time in 72 degree weather. Buyer beware
Hey Zeb, I haven’t had any issues like that. I know there was an overheating false alarm that was fixed in firmware but I use mine all the time, in hot situations, never had an issue.
Mine = brand new with current firmware
From my experience and others I know with it, not the norm. I would contact DJI right away or exchange it.
Really? You spend any time on the forums? Seems pretty common. But let's keep it real upbeat here so DJI will keep feeding you "First Look" products. Right?
Not first look, DJI as never fed me (I am not nearly big enough), I bought these just like you did and I use them like crazy. You didn't see where I said that I would not buy the 5.5 and I don't think it has much use? Like I said, there were a number of people getting warnings that were caused by firmware issues. If you are having issues, and don't need a firmware update, then return it, or contact support or whatever. I know a number of people with CrystalSky's and I have heard (and mine does) get warm / very warm to the touch, never had it had an issue though.
if you can browse the internet on it then you can install apps on it... anyone that has had a stripped down android device that is specific to a product knows this...
Sure - but that's not we are talking about here, most people aren't going that route. Thanks for watching!
BillNicholsTV it is exactly what you are talking about. You are the one that mentioned you can't install apps on it. And that if that is what you are hoping this might not be for you. Not most but many would love to run alternative apps. And telling people they can't when they can would benefit the product more.
I specifically talked about google play or other app stores not being available. Sure, you can root the device, and then that root will be fixed in the next release, I am not talking about anything to circumvent the normal process of installing apps.
You don't have to root a device to install apps. This isn't apple. it's android..
DJI only allows signed apps, you have to change some core system files, it's isn't just copying an APK file over. And for me, it's not worth it, you have a high chance of getting bricked if DJI wants it to be. As of now you have to replace the stock installD file with a modified one. With security issues that already exist throughout android (and I use several android devices) I would recommend that most people start installing modified system files, or downloaded, unsigned software to their devices. If you want to, knock yourself out, but on the CrystalSky it isn't just straightforward for most
Way to expensive my iPhone is good enough. Ok for you who get them for free to review.
Paul Craddock I love people assuming we get stuff from DJI for free to review. Not at all, I bought both of them to see which or if either of them were a good option and I kept the 7.85” because it was a huge improvement over the iPhone and the tablet I was using.
No worries still wouldn't pay £600 for a monitor but thanks for review.
Paul since you mention pounds I assume you're in Uk where you don't have much sun lol, but I'm in Florida and using a phone SUCKS. Just got the 7.85 ultra and it's fantastic!
Not worth the switch
Thanks for the review. Very usefull but you forgot two things to mention:
1. the 7.85 comes with two batteries and the 5.5 with just one (worth about € 70,-)
2. IMPORTANT : for charging the batteries Mavic Pro users will have to buy a Phantom or Inspire charger because the Mavic charger is not capable of charging the batteries
My advice for Mavic Pro users who want to use a Crystalsky monitor: go to Thor's Drone World for the perfect mount !
* the internal battery is charged by the external battery
ImmoPhoto, did you watch the video? at 8.24 he states 5.5 1 battery and 7.85 2 batteries. Skimming videos to promote TDW?
Seems I missed that part ... anyway it kept you busy watching the video to make your point. did it make you feel good ?
ImmoPhoto troll on man
Whahaha... who's the troll ... ? Probably had a bad childhood... Skimming reactions to make pointless arguments...
Nope Flying using Android is asking for a disaster. It's like DJI gave Android the back seat.
I have to say Bill I love your videos, but this is a classic overpriced DJI add on. I have a 7 inch monitor that I use with my video kit, which has 4k resolution and it cost half the money. Come on DJI £450 for the 5.5 inch screen is robbery, yes you have an operating system, however its Android OS and we all know the stability of that OS with the DJI flight software. I have never had any problems using my iPad, so why would you buy this over an iPad? Beats me.
You go get some tools!!! Wtf