I’ve had the Avata 2 for almost 2 months and I am flipping in love with it. I am 100% a beginner. I did own the DJI mini three pro which I only flew a couple times and pretty much use the active tracking in it and was really bored with it. I thought I was gonna do more with it. But when I saw this new DJI release and all the videos about the motion controller I was hooked. For the past two months I have used nothing but the motion controller and to me, it’s the closest thing of flying. The goggles do a beautiful job with the image while you’re flying. I go out in the morning at sunrise and fly around the treetops weaving in and out just to start my day out. It clears my head and every time I’m done flying, I can tell my heart rate is up because it’s so much fun. I’ve taken it out to two ATV racing events out in the woods and started chasing some of the racers and wow what a blast I had. This thing is so easy to fly with the motion controller. I do wish it went a little faster than 36 mph, but I know there’s a limit with the motion controller and as of right now I’m fine with that. Maybe with some more experience I may get the real controller. My only complaint is the range, it seems any type of obstructions in between me and the drone I lose signal quickly. I am lucky to get 300 yards if I am in the middle of a forest unless I a way up in the air.. But I highly recommend getting one, takes beautiful video in d-log and with the 3 batteries you can fly for awhile

@JakeSloan

19 күн бұрын

It's a blast! glad to hear you've enjoyed it

Crashed my avata 1 in a river by Denali, definitely looking for a range extender for the avata 2

Thanks, Jake! This was a great video for exactly me!

@JakeSloan

24 күн бұрын

awesome glad to hear it

Great reviews and great footage sample. I really like mine.

@JakeSloan

22 күн бұрын

Thanks me too!

Mavic 3 pro Mavic 4 pro mini, just learning 1 year in. I was thinking A2 but ... reality I'm not ready. Thanks for your awesome videos!!

@JakeSloan

25 күн бұрын

you have some great drones already! Thank you

Purchased the Avata 2 for the image quality. My flights tend to be around sunrise or sunset and I found Avata 1 and O3 air unit being too dark, losing detail in the shadows. Avata 2 is quieter than Avata 1 which reduces the chance of someone being annoyed by my flying. The safety features allow me to relax, giving me a pause button in case someone does come up to talk to me. Goggles 3 is an improvement for me vs Goggles 2, I could never get the whole screen in focus, I even tried multiple types of aftermarket padding. Goggles 3 bottom knobs hold better as Goggles 2 the knobs come loose and require me to refocus. Remote ID built in is so much better than dangling a wire to my phone. The nice thing is you can use the Goggles 2 or Integra Goggles with the Avata 2. You're absolutely right that Avata 2 can't do everything, but a tool that can get most of the smooth FPV style shots. Great video. Enjoyed it. Where those rock spires in California? Reminded me of Trona Pinnalces.

@JakeSloan

25 күн бұрын

100% agree, and yes those are the Trona Pinnacles!

@MlleVB

25 күн бұрын

I'm thinking of getting the Mini 4 Pro or the Avata 2 My plan to use it for real estate videos like exterior drone videos and interior surely im goona do some photography too aside from taking drone videos Im confused about which one should i get because - mini 4 pro doesn't have a wide angle camera guess i can buy one because i need extra wide for interior videos. And it comes with the controller stick - avata 2 doesn't come with controller stick and i heard the camera is not as good as the mini 4 pro especially for photography and low light situation videos But i really want to have the googels but i only have cash for either of them Im a total beginner, not going to do some extreme action FPV but i really love the Googles concept especially if i want to explore nature Hence saying that, which one would you recommend? Would the mini 4 pro will be beyger with the wide angle lenss? - im not going to fo crazy fast fpv shot - ⁠just smooth cinematic, maybe low ground shot but i really need the wide angle lense for real estats photography

@JakeSloan

24 күн бұрын

the mini 4 pro would be better if you want to do any photography, the avata does not take photos

@jrynedanielson

7 күн бұрын

@@JakeSloan It does actually take photos. It's not great at still photos, but it does have a still photo mode.

Great in-depth overview Jake. It was impressive to see the example shots of the Avata 2 and the Raptor, and how close you got them from a color grade perspective. Very cool to see your daughter flying with the motion controller. I’ve been trying to get my son to do the same 😅 but he hates drones because I always make them wait in the car while I fly lol. Agree on the goggles camera being pointless. Great video 🎉

@JakeSloan

25 күн бұрын

ROLF yeah my kids roll their eyes at me a lot when I stop and pull the drone out... Thanks Eddie!

That's just great, Jake! I've been going back and forth with my decision to get this thing. You dropped this review exactly ten minutes after I decided to get the insta 360 Ace Pro. It's all good. I'll eventually get it anyway. Great review!!!

@JakeSloan

25 күн бұрын

hahahahahaha still awesome.Cheers

@Drones_eyeview

21 күн бұрын

You won’t regret it, love mine

The Avata 2 is big upgrade over the first Avata. The camera is so much better on this one, I can now get the shots I want to capture. I'm not a FPV guy, this is only FPV style drone I own. I just wish I had to time to fly it more, I still tend to use my camera drones more. Great video, and thanks for sharing Jake.

@JakeSloan

24 күн бұрын

Def a big upgrade in the image quality. Cheers

Thanks Jake, I have been thinking about adding it to my collection but still considering that I only have X amount of time get get the Mavic 3 Pro footage and then send out another drone just for a different shot has me still thinking but but definitely got the cogs going in my brain, thanks 🙂

@JakeSloan

22 күн бұрын

lol I hope it helps

What I would really like to see is a video about someone that has flown the avata 2 with the goggles and controller 3 and then fly the same avata 2 with the goggles and controller 2. This would be to see if there is any difference in the performance of the aircraft alone while using either set of goggles and controllers.

Perfect timing, good review. I am currently looking into buying one because of the option to have a drone that is heavier than 250g but still in c1 class in europe...

@JakeSloan

19 күн бұрын

awesome

Enjoyed the review Jake. I have 5 batteries for my Avata 2. I find that is the right mix to keep flying for an extended period while being able to charge batteries after they have cooled.

@JakeSloan

24 күн бұрын

NICE, that's kinda what I suspected for continuous flights

Hey Jake great video . The 04 unit is sweet. Big improvement on the avata . Thinking of getting cinbot 35. Hope your still flying fpv and all is well

@JakeSloan

24 күн бұрын

Thanks! I still love flying FPV for sure

i do most indoors and the avata2 does a decent job, paired with my air3 i do commercial stuff with them and they work fine, i propably get a 5” for fun freeflying when there is buyNfly’s out there that works with the goggles 3 and the RC3 ctrl.Great and informative video, thanks and cheers from 🇸🇪

@JakeSloan

24 күн бұрын

Nice and good plan! Cheers

Many people that like the Avata don’t have fpv experience (like me) so it’s a ‘whole new world’, and really awesome. It’s a great addition to my M3Pro.

@JakeSloan

11 күн бұрын

agreed

Good review Jake! I have the Avata 1 and have used it on some commercial projects for some short clips. I recently used it for the interior of a 750,000/sf new distribution building. I wasn't super happy with the footage quality but the client loved it so that's what matters. Also, without a GPS lock, the flight log data was not recorded to the iPhone DJI Fly app which was odd. Do you know if this is normal when you don't have a GPS lock? Not a big deal but I use AIRDATA for logging my flights and this one did not show up. I even manually looked for the file in the IOS, but it was not there. I'll sell mine and get the Avata 2 soon for some of the reasons you mentioned and the better video quality.

@JakeSloan

24 күн бұрын

interesting on the GPS lock issues, I wasn't paying attention to mine when I did the warehouse fly throughs. but the video quality is a significant upgrade from the avata 1

Yeah had to get one. Couldn't help myself but I don't regret it I love it. I love it a lot. If i had to choose between missus or drone I'll take drone every time

@JakeSloan

6 күн бұрын

it's a LOT of fun to fly

Thank you for another great video! You addressed a few points I haven't heard from any other KZreadr. With that said, despite hearing about all the positive points, I hope I'm not being unfair when I say that the analytical balance tilted a bit to the negative side. It got me a bit worried because I only have a DJI Mini 3 Pro (plus the Integra Goggles and the Motion Controller 2) and was thinking about buying a DJI Avata 2 (drone only) for more dynamic videos and a few beginner / low-level jobs like small to medium weddings (ex: in August I will have a wedding where I am supposed to follow a car, follow a boat, fly inside the wedding tent).

@JakeSloan

24 күн бұрын

the avata 2 would work great for that and it now works with the integra goggles and motion controller you already have so you don't need to buy the whole kit!

@jampaPT

22 күн бұрын

@@JakeSloan Thank you. I decided to buy it yesterday. I still need to understand if I can use the Easy Acro with the MC2 or not (conflicting pieces of information on this topic). I hope so.

I have really enjoyed the Avata 2. I had been flying the DJI FPV and just haven’t been impressed with how it flies. I assumed I’d go manual with the 2, but honestly I’ve been having so much fun with the motion controller I haven’t even worried about getting the other controller. For following my friends on dirt bikes and doing some real estate stuff, it’s great.

@JakeSloan

20 күн бұрын

Cool!

Great video. Researching my first FPV drone and still stuck. I don't do commercial work as such, more event type stuff and music videos + just wanting to do some cinematic stuff, maybe light acro just for fun. Having used DJI camera gimbals for years. Avata 2 was my first stop. It seems to do most of that. An acquaintance dived waterfalls etc so it seemed to be able to probably more than I need it too. At least for the first 12 months or so. Also the longer flight time per battery is a bonus. Bit more research, finding a bit of hate for DJI when others have asked this question and the contender is the GepRC Cinelog 35 v2, especially since you can now use the Goggles 3 with O3 units. It seems to have a bit more kick and is a bit more agile, while still not really built for acro. The extra cost for needed a GoPro is offset by the fact I can use it for non-drone scenarios. I hear these are louder though and not sure if they can hover. Google is not giving me great results on that front. Any insight on the A2 vs the CL35?

@JakeSloan

9 күн бұрын

I haven’t seen or flown the CL35 so I can’t really comment about it. The avata2 is capable of acro but most the hate come from people who are used the performance and power of a 5” ductless drone. I wouldn’t hesitate to use it in all the use cases you describe. It’s an extremely fun drone to just fly as well. Personally I think the image quality is slightly better than GoPro when you use d-log m

@undefwun2135

9 күн бұрын

​@@JakeSloan Thank you for that fast reply. Appreciate it. Yeah wouldn't consider shooting in anything but log, so I was happy when I saw that. The wind issue has me a bit worried though, during the summer out here in Sydney, Aus I do photo/video on harbour cruise party boats, can get a bit windy. People say crashing is not a if but a when with FPV and the repairability of the Avata is pretty poor. With the GepRC I can just buy pro guards etc and its all carbon fiber and metal on the body. Ugh still stuck, everytime I talk to someone or watch another video I am just flip flopping. Thank you again for the reply. Seeing the footage of the skiers pushed me towards Avata 2 again.

I ordered the Nvata 2 the other day. Should be delivered tomorrow. I'm new to drones, and I'm hoping the avata 2 is a great starter for fpv

@JakeSloan

21 күн бұрын

awesome

Great Video! I am friends with Original DoBo too! Live in Florida too! Just got the Avatar 2. First time flying FPV. A entirely different experience. After a week, still using the hand controller, although I have the Controller 3. Need to go up to see Ken in order to get a little instruction.

@JakeSloan

10 күн бұрын

Very cool!

i have had mine for about 3 weeks and love it. only downside is the batt life. 12-14 mins. make sure you get extra!

@JakeSloan

7 күн бұрын

agreed

I have zero FPV experience and I really like operating my Avata 2. Briiliant fun. Most of the time I am in normal mode. A goal is to get to manual mode in the future. I have the controller 3 on order, and a simulator program is ready to go!

@JakeSloan

19 күн бұрын

awesome!

The avata2 is my first fpv drone and its been really fun. I for sure recommend the duct bumper guards as the thing is not really repairable. I'm suprised you didnt like the photos. I thought they were really good, but I am no pro. For me a really good thing is, compared to my mini 3 pro the video is a lot smoother with fast motion. my mini 3 pro has some ugly video with any fast motion. Great review Jake, i'm too scared to try manual yet.

@JakeSloan

25 күн бұрын

Thanks Tom!

So far I'm really happy with My Avata 2. It's a solid acro trainer. My only complaint is the goggles compatibility. They have been out for nearly 4 months and are still not compatible with any other FPV systems.

@JakeSloan

22 күн бұрын

agreed

Im thinking of buying one because right now im using my old NOT fpv drone and its really fun so im getting serious about it

@JakeSloan

12 күн бұрын

nice!

I like the Avata 2 especially for exploring unknown terrain, such as flying through the forest, flying into unknown rooms (e.g. caves, lost places) or in any tight environment where you would risk your props if using an usual camera drone such as Mini 4 Pro. Meanwhile I have designed a clipable light source for both the vps and main cameras, so I can even fly into dark places without GPS coverage.

@JakeSloan

9 күн бұрын

That’s a great use case for the avata 2!

I'm pretty much new to drones, I've only had the The Mavic Pro 3 and became bored with it. At the time I almost bought the Avata it was a close choice. This time I am trading in my Mavis towards the Avata 2 and was pleasantly surprised they re giving me almost 50% off trade in towards the Avata 2. I will purchase the bumpers and the warranty. So we will see how it is tomorrow morning. Thanks for your review.

@JakeSloan

20 күн бұрын

Have fun!

A few years ago I asked if I could have your mavic 3 and you said you were using it. Surely after the release of the air 3 you aren't still using it. Also great content! keep it up mate

@JakeSloan

22 күн бұрын

LOL yes I still use it a lot. cheers

@ZachNintendo-gw7hb

22 күн бұрын

@@JakeSloan I have been trying to persuade my dad to get me a drone since 2018. Any tips? He keeps asking me what a use case for it will be.

Brilliant information regarding the extra 2 batteries for full time flying 🙏

@JakeSloan

24 күн бұрын

Thanks!

Is there any addons we can buy to makebsignal between the drone and headset stronger.. just ordered this ajd now seen alot of comments avout signal loss if using in places with obstacles. Cheers

@JakeSloan

9 күн бұрын

there isn't anything that will help with signal of there are obstacles between you and the drone

Hi, can you use the DJI Avata 2 with the FPV Controller 2 and look trough the goggles 3? Thanks!

@JakeSloan

18 күн бұрын

That I am not sure about, I know recently they added some compatibility but I don't know about that specific combination

@gordonlaurie1201

9 күн бұрын

@@JakeSloan nope

Indoor fly throughs are great but I’d be nervous using it in manual mode in a tight indoor space like a house etc

@JakeSloan

24 күн бұрын

yeah for super tight spaces you would probably want to stay in normal mode

Just got my avata 2. What's motion control? Never heard of her. Full manual is the only way to fly. It can rip acro surprisingly well. Tune those rates up

@JakeSloan

24 күн бұрын

Agreed!! But on acro it’s still underpowered imo

where are the clips from? that place looks beautiful

@JakeSloan

21 күн бұрын

from Nevada California and Alaska

Just bought one first drone never flew anything it's charging right now I wanted a mavic pro but thought I'd start with this

@JakeSloan

24 күн бұрын

Good place to start!

Hi Jake can i use the phantom 4 controller with the Avata2 drone?

@JakeSloan

22 күн бұрын

no the avata 2 only works with the controller 2 or 3

It does take pic's. The touch pad is still there. The same strap battery holder I use for my Avata 1 and FPV drone works just find if I need it. I've never killed a Batt on my Goggles. I needed 6 Bat to keep up with pep at the R/C flying events I go to when using my DJI FPV.

@JakeSloan

23 күн бұрын

I think you might be referring to the avata 1. the avata 2 touch pad is gone and does not have an interchangeable strap or removable battery on the goggles

@SgtJamesRay

23 күн бұрын

@@JakeSloan If you double tap the side of the goggles it turns on those cameras that would be touch. I have an aftermarket made battery holder that clips on to any headband which means it will clip on to the headband and hold itself to the side of my head while the C cable comes out from that battery into the C port of the goggles I'm wearing thereby charging them simultaneously while they're running. I'm truck driver and I'll be out for a week the only thing I brought with me is the one drone but I'll see what I can do about working up a video if I remember when I go home. But I do have enough video showing the gear of course the gear is on the older drone but you can see how it can be used still on the newer one.

@SgtJamesRay

23 күн бұрын

@@JakeSloan I just finished driving for the day so I pulled out the drone to check what I could. If you press and hold the record button on the controller right hand side it will beep twice and if you look in the goggles you'll see the icon of a camera not a video camera. It will take a picture every time you press the button at this point. But you have to do it before you take off. I was just sitting in my truck when I checked so I don't know if it will change in flight. Giving you a video of how to set up a battery on the goggles we'll have to wait until I go home Saturday if I remember. But if you send me a reminder I'll get it to you

@rdean442

21 күн бұрын

@@JakeSloan Great video Jake, I'm still researching but I thought one video I watched on the DJI website showed that it does take photos. Copied a few specs from the website with hopes that the DJI Avata 2 can take photos. Shutter Speed Video: 1/8000-1/30 s Photo: 1/8000-1/50 s Max Image Size 4000×2256 (16∶9) 4000×3000 (4∶3) Still Photography Mode Single shot

Does it have a follow me mode Jake ?

@JakeSloan

Күн бұрын

No it has not real “smart” features.

I cannot believe DJI are still preventing users going into manual with the, Dugs Wille Stick😮

@JakeSloan

24 күн бұрын

Rofl

The biggest issue I had with the Avata 1 is the image quality, so putting the same sensor as the mini 4 is a big deal.

@JakeSloan

25 күн бұрын

yeah this is a big upgrade in that regard

The avata 2 is a 20-30% upgrade over the avata 1. It does takes pics. The only downsides to me is flying in windy conditions and its not built like a tank as the OG was.

@JakeSloan

24 күн бұрын

100% agree

Does anyone know if the Avata 2 can shoot portrait videos for Instagram Reels?

@JakeSloan

6 күн бұрын

it can't just wide screen or 4:3

U have any extra drones u don’t use ?

@JakeSloan

4 күн бұрын

not at the moment lol

8:06 "You can't take pictures with this drone"?!

@JakeSloan

17 күн бұрын

there is a correction, you can

4:57 ?????? My DJI fpv does this quickly while flying. How could they even make a gimbal that doesn’t do that??

@JakeSloan

21 күн бұрын

all dji FPV drones do that, but they are the ONLY FPV drones that do. I think you thought I was saying the opposite

@HardxCorpsxKali

21 күн бұрын

@@JakeSloan I think I understand I’m just confused as to how anyone would make that work. I find myself needing to constantly readjust my pitch to see what’s happening at different times. I’d be so frustrated if I had to meet a stipulation in order to do that. lol

Dude i REALLY Want this Drone, But The Problem Is That it's Pretty Expensive 😅

@JakeSloan

12 сағат бұрын

yeah it's not cheap

Like your shots in the Pass. I'm a 1st year flyer of a mini 4 pro and live close to the Pass. Maybe we can hook up sometime and have brunch on me.

@JakeSloan

14 күн бұрын

Thanks! Hopefully I’ll run into you sometime!

@rickpacko9068

14 күн бұрын

@JakeSloan lm a member of the Alaska radio control society by the way.

Why would we unsubscribe later ?

@JakeSloan

11 күн бұрын

idk lol but some people do

Avata 2 is the best gateway to a full-blown fpv drones.

@JakeSloan

22 күн бұрын

agreed!

its great but mountain surfing almost impossible it cant take even the slightest wind

@JakeSloan

24 күн бұрын

That’s exactly what I say in the video lol

@tille2603

24 күн бұрын

@@JakeSloan uou surr did😀 inwss typing while watching a bit fast i am yes😂

W😮W .....Hold the bus, It can't take pictures?

@JakeSloan

24 күн бұрын

Nope

@PROPER_MEDIA

13 күн бұрын

​@JakeSloan it can take pictures

@PROPER_MEDIA

13 күн бұрын

Yes it can

DRONARCHY’s channel shows us this drone can rip with the best of them it depends on the pilot. Puts all questionable limits to rest.

@JakeSloan

24 күн бұрын

not saying it can't but it's underpowered to do it. I've done plenty with it but it's strength is the smooth flowing flight

Why you don't like Includes DJI RC Motion? It's because you learn fly controller and someone can fly same way so much less training ? :) I just think buy Avata 2 and think why nobody FPV drivers dont like includes DJI RC motion 🤔

@JakeSloan

19 күн бұрын

its mostly because I have been flying for decades using with controllers

I sound all negative towards DJI with my comments. But the truth is. In way of user friendly, reliable High end technology. Absolutely "Nothing" compairs to them.

@JakeSloan

24 күн бұрын

Agreed!!

Having to buy a new controller /goggles everytime DJI launches a newer version of a drone should be illegal . Not only is the lack of modularity cumbersome and taxing on the pocket but it’s just bad for the environment and a waste of resources . The amount of people sitting with “spare” dji remotes /goggles is insane

@JakeSloan

17 күн бұрын

agreed

Great video. One thing about the AVATA 2 is it does not film. Videoed on the DJI AVATA 2. It produces DIGITAL Video. :-) Besides, defining what it does is sighting the obvious. :-) You do not film, you video. Film, filming, and filmmaking are the most misused words in the industry. 🙂 Digital Video and film require different skill sets. Having DIFFERENT historical and TECHNOLOGICAL timelines spanning 150 years. Have pride and knowledge of the gear we use including the words that describe what we do. Our tools are Digital Video, Non-linear, and CGI. We are moviemakers, not filmmakers and we do what film wishes it could. We are Videographers and/or cinematographers. 🙂 We video or are videoing, we do not film. That's the other RARE professionals who know how to use film and film cameras, like an ARRIFLEX 435 Panavision R-200 and Steenbeck flatbed film editors. Know the difference and have a better understanding of the craft. You will also stand out in an industry polluted with point-and-shoot "pros". Respect to you.✌♥

@JakeSloan

21 күн бұрын

good point on the "film" lol

@interviewtime1170

14 күн бұрын

Get to the point

@Rocketryman

11 күн бұрын

@@user-rg9pi2qq3x No he videos something or something.

@Rocketryman

11 күн бұрын

@@JakeSloan When you use the word film. You de-educate. Having people mimic what you said. Respect to you.

if anyone is looking to buy a dji avata 2 kit for £200 cheaper than the retail price, please reply to this comment and get in contact with me. i'm trying to sell mine because i hardly ever use it, it's genuinely amazing value and in mint condition, so just let me know.

@JakeSloan

22 күн бұрын

👍🏻

@orsemcore

22 күн бұрын

@@JakeSloan are you saying you're interested?

@maheshr4108

21 күн бұрын

i am interested. what comes with the kit. Is it the fly more one? ​@@orsemcore