The new DJI Air 3s is very impressive, the best Air series drone yet. You were able to capture to awesome footage of downtown Austin, and low light footage was especially eye popping. Great review Kelly and Kris, thanks for sharing.
Okay, I'm trying to figure out what body parts I'm selling for this new Air 3S Fly More Combo! 🤣This drone definitely is the best of all the latest features of DJI's past lineup excluding the Avatas and the Neo. I need to sell something to get this in my drone hangar. Up to this point my Air 2S and my Mini 4 Pro have been the camera drones I've kept in my hangar and the Avata 2 is my fun goggle-flying drone. Thanks for sharing all of the information on this one and maybe one day I can own it. Thank you Kelly & Kris for all you do. #SensoredOut
Thanks, Brad! Keep your body parts! 😅 But this drone genuinely impressed us with the night shots especially. Even Kelly's wife said those are the best videos of Austin that she's seen him take. We appreciate you watching and catching the hashtag! 👊
Thanks B-Rad! It's a pretty awesome drone and if you don't need sub-250, then it could easily replace the AIR2S and the Mini 4 Pro. BUT - I think I'm going to hold on to my Mini 4 Pro and use it as a backup with the AIR 3S - both using the same controller! Fun stuff!
such a relief watching a comprehensive video thats not full of fluff, thanks sir!! very specific question: do we get 50mp DNG files for panoramics? or are all modes limited to 12mp? thanks!
Both JPG and DNG files are 12mp for panoramas. Good question! Thanks for your kind comment. We have 3 main objectives in each video: 1. Be informative and don't waste time. 2. Be genuine and straightforward. If something sucks, say it. 3. Sprinkle in a bit of humor. We don't get the views to make any real money from this, so that makes it tricky to find time to create, but when we do have time, it's all about sharing knowledge and keeping it fun.
@@readysetdrone well, you're doing it right and got a new sub. Objectivity is hard to come by on YT these days! not surprised by 12mp-only for panos, perhaps they'll roll out a fw update that unlocks that. would be incredible for enlargements! definately glad normal 50mp photos provide DNG though, certainly in the right direction. it's these types of small/detailed questions I've gotten in the habit of asking everytime DJI rolls out a new product. their ships are easy to get excited about, but far too many times I've found myself frustrated with a number of different small details, and knowing those things ahead of time might have changed my decision-making/budgeting etc. great to see a creator here that gets that 👌
Thanks for asking these questions! 👍 Much appreciated. We are guilty of getting excited about new releases, and overlooking the smaller details, so we appreciate your insights. Next time I get a chance, I'll see if there's a difference in processing time between 12 and 50 megapixel aeb shots
@@readysetdrone good info, thanks. On the 70mm, miss they eliminate ‘night mode’ there as well? Sounds like this ship is auto-toggling the internal noise reduction, and hoping there’s some type of control (or perhaps notification) of it being turned on 🤔
Kelly, Kris, you guys rock. Awesome work! I’m not sure yet, on wether to pull the trigger on this one or not. Guess I’ll just have to see if it gets me #SensoredOut 🤷🏼♂️
@@SunriseWaterMedia …since I already got the RC N3 (goggles, dildostick etc. from Avata 2) ,I will probably wait until it’ll be available as just the drone. One battery should be enough to get the shots..,,
@@Al-Kwadrone Haha, I dunno... It's a fun little Easter egg to let viewers find and let us know you saw the video. I thought it was a "punny" little joke. 😅 What can I say? I'm a goofball while editing.
@@SunriseWaterMediaAwesome. That means Texas has a totally different easter-season than Germany does. Which is kinda mindboggeling… Which gives me hope that I can #ZoomOut @ #EaseOfMind now.. G‘night y‘all! Gotta keep turning the wheels in a few hours
Well Kelly you still got it. Just kiddin you always had it. Always a good review. I don’t use the follow me very much but it’s good to know it’ll perform when it counts. Nice video. Oh, those night shots were FRIGGIN Awesome.
Yes I took that gamble with a 3 level Symek air3 case from Amazon for Air 3s that hasn't arrived yet.Noticed last night case now says Air 3s and Air 3 .
Ill stick with my Air2s( travel Drone) and my Mavic 3 Pro. Maybe in the future, if DJI decides to give us more with the Air series Ill upgrade the Air2s but I am curious to see what the Mavic 4 will offer because I may upgrade if they offer an APSC sensor or a tapped out CMOS 4/3 sensor 👍🏽 Btw the video bitrate on the Air3s is 130mbps while the Mavic 3 series offers 200 mbps, something to think about if you want superior video quality versus “features” 👍🏽
Great, positive, detail-oriented review. I like how you hit the little things (gimbal guard, bag) other reviewers don't mention. Seeing as how I never got the Air 3, I base these comparisons on the previous generation Air 2S. While having a versatile dual camera system is nice, the Air 2S was a straight 20mp photo shooter. 12mp/50mp tells me DJI is relying once again on quad bayer technology. Also, while 4k/120fps is good (Air 3S), 5.4k allowed for some great, lossless zooming in post (Air 2S). But, as I fly in low light pretty often (it's near Halloween. I don't DO daylight) the images coming from the Air 3S mop the floor with what comes from the Air 2S. Yes, I'm getting to Air 3S at some point in the near future (now that Texas has hopefully done melting for the season) and I look forward to getting out again.
Thanks, Brian! We also didn't buy the Air 3, but we did have the Air 2s, and Mavic 3. I don't think the photos and videos straight out of the Mavic 3 look this good even though the sensor size is bigger on the Mavic. The Air 3s would be perfect for Halloween shots!
another rando question lol: does your ship take forever to shoot AEB bracketed photos? sounds like 3 and 5 shot brackets can take up to 15-20 seconds according to someone in the fourms
@@readysetdrone wow no kidding, that's impactful for those who rely on those AEBs. On my mavic 3 pro, it's a couple seconds, and nothing I've ever put much thought into. This, would be a factor for certain shoots for sure. now, was that 12 or 50mp mode? thanks so much. wonder if this increased time translates to pano/hyperlapse processing taking longer as well 🤔 those can be frustratingly long already, esp when shooting at sunrise/sunset and time is critical
I don't have an answer regarding comparing pano and hyperlapses, but I can tell you that 12 MP take around 6 seconds and 50 MP take around 21 seconds, regardless of file type. Here's a quick short with my screen recording for you to see if you want. ruclips.net/user/shorts_8vAnXO9oIE
If this drone was available back when I bought the Mavic 3 Pro I probably would have bought it instead. I was replacing a Mavic 2 Pro and a Mavic 2 Zoom.
Very nice drone , I agree the Mavic 3 style gimbal guard would be nice. If they have done this much with the Air 3S camera and Sensors #SensoredOut what will the Mavic 4 come out with
Are you kidding me? That QB sensor is not even 1inch sensor, is a DJI hoax....Is helped by AP of 1.8, but that is it.... Try a photo of 50Mpx on it, will get you crazy with the chroma aberrance that is making in RAW.... As for low light: - 3x camera on Air 3S is pretty blurred, compared with Air 3....maybe because both have issues with lenses, some drones have optical lens poorly aligned - the 1x camera is Limited RGB, making the Dynamic Range lesser with 10% because of this. I have tested my Air 3S, the only god thing is the TOF in front...the rest is lies and software. Cheers
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Great review Kris and Kelly. Seriously this is some of your best footage of downtown Austin.
Thanks so much for watching, Jodi!
The new DJI Air 3s is very impressive, the best Air series drone yet. You were able to capture to awesome footage of downtown Austin, and low light footage was especially eye popping. Great review Kelly and Kris, thanks for sharing.
Really nice review Kelly and edit Kris 😊 have a great weekend.
Thank you! You too!
Squeeze in Squeeze out, like me getting into my skinny jeans, my car, my front door, my bed.. hell I'm #SensoredOut
😅 That's too funny, Mike!
@@MikeMillerDrones ..you could easyli desqueeze with Da Vinci Resolve 🤷🏼♂️ just saying…
Great job on the video Kelly and Kris!
Thanks, Chris!
Thanks Kelly, but not enough for me to upgrade from my Air3, Mavic 3 and Mini 3 Pro. I'll keep what I have.
A wise decision.
Very nice and detailed work for every part on this drone
Great video
Hey after 7 year watching for your video 😍♥️ love it
Thank you!
Good video review Kelly. I managed to pick one up this morning and anxious to get it out for it's first flight.
@@gbower1 ..did you buy, steal or borrow?
@@Al-Kwadrone Best Buy
@@gbower1 ahhh!!!
At least it wasn't "Best Steal" 😅 @@Al-Kwadrone
Great review. Glad to see you do this one.
Okay, I'm trying to figure out what body parts I'm selling for this new Air 3S Fly More Combo! 🤣This drone definitely is the best of all the latest features of DJI's past lineup excluding the Avatas and the Neo. I need to sell something to get this in my drone hangar. Up to this point my Air 2S and my Mini 4 Pro have been the camera drones I've kept in my hangar and the Avata 2 is my fun goggle-flying drone. Thanks for sharing all of the information on this one and maybe one day I can own it. Thank you Kelly & Kris for all you do. #SensoredOut
Thanks, Brad! Keep your body parts! 😅 But this drone genuinely impressed us with the night shots especially. Even Kelly's wife said those are the best videos of Austin that she's seen him take.
We appreciate you watching and catching the hashtag! 👊
Thanks B-Rad! It's a pretty awesome drone and if you don't need sub-250, then it could easily replace the AIR2S and the Mini 4 Pro. BUT - I think I'm going to hold on to my Mini 4 Pro and use it as a backup with the AIR 3S - both using the same controller! Fun stuff!
Great test and video. Thanks guys
I wonder if there will be a Smart Controller compatible with it? I can’t do without a smart controller.
Yeah, that would be cool.
The RC2 is not bad. A bit lower quality than the SC, but better than tying up your phone!
@@readysetdrone Good to know it’s compatible. And won’t overheat like a phone or tablet.
such a relief watching a comprehensive video thats not full of fluff, thanks sir!!
very specific question: do we get 50mp DNG files for panoramics? or are all modes limited to 12mp? thanks!
Both JPG and DNG files are 12mp for panoramas. Good question!
Thanks for your kind comment. We have 3 main objectives in each video:
1. Be informative and don't waste time.
2. Be genuine and straightforward. If something sucks, say it.
3. Sprinkle in a bit of humor. We don't get the views to make any real money from this, so that makes it tricky to find time to create, but when we do have time, it's all about sharing knowledge and keeping it fun.
@@readysetdrone well, you're doing it right and got a new sub. Objectivity is hard to come by on YT these days!
not surprised by 12mp-only for panos, perhaps they'll roll out a fw update that unlocks that. would be incredible for enlargements! definately glad normal 50mp photos provide DNG though, certainly in the right direction.
it's these types of small/detailed questions I've gotten in the habit of asking everytime DJI rolls out a new product. their ships are easy to get excited about, but far too many times I've found myself frustrated with a number of different small details, and knowing those things ahead of time might have changed my decision-making/budgeting etc. great to see a creator here that gets that 👌
Thanks for asking these questions! 👍 Much appreciated.
We are guilty of getting excited about new releases, and overlooking the smaller details, so we appreciate your insights.
Next time I get a chance, I'll see if there's a difference in processing time between 12 and 50 megapixel aeb shots
@@readysetdrone all good no hurry! thanks
Looks pretty awesome!
Amazing review, I just wish you would have showed us how the 70 mm camera looks at night as well
Good point. I’d say that it looks Okay. Not bad, but noticeably worse than the 1” sensor on the 24 mm
@@readysetdrone good info, thanks. On the 70mm, miss they eliminate ‘night mode’ there as well? Sounds like this ship is auto-toggling the internal noise reduction, and hoping there’s some type of control (or perhaps notification) of it being turned on 🤔
This is a really nice drone for sure. Nice review, sir. 👍 Oh, and "Hi" Kris. 😄
Thanks for watching! Kris is right here, so I'll tell him Barkley says Hi!
Barkley! 👊😎
Kelly, Kris, you guys rock.
Awesome work!
I’m not sure yet, on wether to pull the trigger on this one or not.
Guess I’ll just have to see if it gets me #SensoredOut 🤷🏼♂️
Thanks, Mathias! 👊 I'm seriously impressed by the night shots this drone can take. You just might be #SensoredOut
@@SunriseWaterMedia …since I already got the RC N3 (goggles, dildostick etc. from Avata 2) ,I will probably wait until it’ll be available as just the drone. One battery should be enough to get the shots..,,
@@SunriseWaterMedia By the way…I watched til the end, but I missed the reason why we’re (commenting) #SensoredOut ???
Give me a hint, buddy…
@@Al-Kwadrone Haha, I dunno... It's a fun little Easter egg to let viewers find and let us know you saw the video. I thought it was a "punny" little joke. 😅 What can I say? I'm a goofball while editing.
@@SunriseWaterMediaAwesome. That means Texas has a totally different easter-season than Germany does.
Which is kinda mindboggeling…
Which gives me hope that I can #ZoomOut @ #EaseOfMind now..
G‘night y‘all!
Gotta keep turning the wheels in a few hours
Well Kelly you still got it. Just kiddin you always had it. Always a good review.
I don’t use the follow me very much but it’s good to know it’ll perform when it counts. Nice video. Oh, those night shots were FRIGGIN Awesome.
Thanks! The low light performance on this thing is outstanding!
Very good video, thank you
How did you get is in the USA?
Nice review Kelly. Awesome drone. DJI has a homerun with it!
Thanks Captain Ray!
I ordered one and looking forward to getting it - great review!
Thanks Jenna!
Will hard cases that work for the air3 work for the 3s?
Not sure because we don’t have a AIR3. Seems like the design is different, so probably not.
Yes I took that gamble with a 3 level Symek air3 case from Amazon for Air 3s that hasn't arrived yet.Noticed last night case now says Air 3s and Air 3 .
Ill stick with my Air2s( travel Drone) and my Mavic 3 Pro. Maybe in the future, if DJI decides to give us more with the Air series Ill upgrade the Air2s but I am curious to see what the Mavic 4 will offer because I may upgrade if they offer an APSC sensor or a tapped out CMOS 4/3 sensor 👍🏽
Btw the video bitrate on the Air3s is 130mbps while the Mavic 3 series offers 200 mbps, something to think about if you want superior video quality versus “features” 👍🏽
Great insights. Thanks for sharing!
Great, positive, detail-oriented review. I like how you hit the little things (gimbal guard, bag) other reviewers don't mention. Seeing as how I never got the Air 3, I base these comparisons on the previous generation Air 2S. While having a versatile dual camera system is nice, the Air 2S was a straight 20mp photo shooter. 12mp/50mp tells me DJI is relying once again on quad bayer technology. Also, while 4k/120fps is good (Air 3S), 5.4k allowed for some great, lossless zooming in post (Air 2S). But, as I fly in low light pretty often (it's near Halloween. I don't DO daylight) the images coming from the Air 3S mop the floor with what comes from the Air 2S. Yes, I'm getting to Air 3S at some point in the near future (now that Texas has hopefully done melting for the season) and I look forward to getting out again.
Thanks, Brian! We also didn't buy the Air 3, but we did have the Air 2s, and Mavic 3. I don't think the photos and videos straight out of the Mavic 3 look this good even though the sensor size is bigger on the Mavic.
The Air 3s would be perfect for Halloween shots!
I was looking at the brown grass thinking man wherever these guys are it’s hot!
Actually the 12800 ISO isn't higher. They simply combined Night Mode from Air 3 into the Normal mode. 12800 was available in night mode previously.
That's convenient! 👍
13:48 Moon shot = ❤🔥
Glad you noticed!
Thanks for the review! I just ordered mine, first time buying one on release! #SensoredOut
Thanks Michael. We really like it. It really could be the only camera drone that you need.
another rando question lol: does your ship take forever to shoot AEB bracketed photos? sounds like 3 and 5 shot brackets can take up to 15-20 seconds according to someone in the fourms
Yes, I just tried it and it took 22 seconds for 5 photos.
@@readysetdrone wow no kidding, that's impactful for those who rely on those AEBs. On my mavic 3 pro, it's a couple seconds, and nothing I've ever put much thought into. This, would be a factor for certain shoots for sure.
now, was that 12 or 50mp mode? thanks so much. wonder if this increased time translates to pano/hyperlapse processing taking longer as well 🤔 those can be frustratingly long already, esp when shooting at sunrise/sunset and time is critical
I don't have an answer regarding comparing pano and hyperlapses, but I can tell you that 12 MP take around 6 seconds and 50 MP take around 21 seconds, regardless of file type. Here's a quick short with my screen recording for you to see if you want. ruclips.net/user/shorts_8vAnXO9oIE
This one's tempting. Great review. Awesome edit Kris! 👍
Thanks so much, Gary! 👊
Thanks! 👍
your videos are great for traning AI video models,
How so?
Yesss!
If this drone was available back when I bought the Mavic 3 Pro I probably would have bought it instead. I was replacing a Mavic 2 Pro and a Mavic 2 Zoom.
Very nice drone , I agree the Mavic 3 style gimbal guard would be nice. If they have done this much with the Air 3S camera and Sensors #SensoredOut what will the Mavic 4 come out with
Thanks Trevor!
Hey! Where is this beacon we thought was coming with this drone?
Hmmmmm
o/t but what city is that? it looks so cool
Austin, Texas
No support for H264 in 4K video !!!!
Interesting. We didn't realize that. Bit rate limitation perhaps?
normal mode looks oversharpened - UGLY!! But great video 👍
Thanks.
Thank you Kelly and Kris! You gave us a great overview of the Air 3S!
Thanks for watching Marcus!
Are you kidding me?
That QB sensor is not even 1inch sensor, is a DJI hoax....Is helped by AP of 1.8, but that is it....
Try a photo of 50Mpx on it, will get you crazy with the chroma aberrance that is making in RAW....
As for low light:
- 3x camera on Air 3S is pretty blurred, compared with Air 3....maybe because both have issues with lenses, some drones have optical lens poorly aligned
- the 1x camera is Limited RGB, making the Dynamic Range lesser with 10% because of this.
I have tested my Air 3S, the only god thing is the TOF in front...the rest is lies and software.
Cheers
Interesting observations. Thanks for the info.
AKA, DJIs unpaid (?) rep.
Just saying.
The new FTC rules will make things for RUclipsrs like him... Interesting.
Unpaid? What?
I really thought they might go variable aperture on this one. Smh.
@@kentao4 just get M3P. The air lineup will never have variable aperture
@@kernzilla already had and sold. Since I have Avata 2 I wanted the os4 compatibility with goggles etc. Sold while I’d get most of my cash back
@@kentao4 id have a hard time giving up quality/capability of M3P for sparingly used goggles on camera ship.
@@kernzilla the point was to wait for the o4 drones. M3p is the best drone I’ve had. Just want all the capabilities
@@kentao4 meaning the range/connectivity of M3P didn't work for you? this doesnt make much sense