DJI has officially unveiled its most advanced consumer drone yet — the Mavic 4 Pro — and it’s already soaring to new heights with a feature-rich firmware update released on launch day. While US buyers may be grounded due to trade restrictions, drone enthusiasts worldwide can now unlock a suite of powerful tools designed to enhance aerial creativity and control.
The Mavic 4 Pro is a significant leap forward in DJI’s lineup, boasting a triple-camera system headlined by a 100MP 4/3-inch Hasselblad sensor capable of shooting up to 6K at 60fps. Its innovative 360-degree rotating “Infinity Gimbal” allows for unparalleled shooting flexibility, including vertical and upward angles. With a flight time of up to 51 minutes and a top speed of 90 kph, this drone is built for extended, high-performance missions.
Despite its global launch, DJI has confirmed that the Mavic 4 Pro will not be available in the US at this time, citing ongoing trade tariffs and import challenges. However, some US retailers like Adorama and B&H Photo have listed the drone for preorder, offering a glimmer of hope for American drone enthusiasts.
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What’s new in DJI Mavic 4 Pro firmware v01.00.0100?
Released alongside the drone, the initial firmware update brings several enhancements:
- Fold arm to Power Off: A safety feature that powers off the drone when its arms are folded.
- Audio recording via remote controller: Enables audio capture through the DJI RC Pro 2 controller.
- Cloud storage for waypoint flights: Save and access your waypoint flight plans in the cloud.
- Tint adjustment in Manual White Balance: Fine-tune color tones for the triple camera system.
- Gimbal roll control in Spotlight Mode: Enhanced control during FocusTrack operations.
- Tilt angle expansion in Portrait Mode: Broader tilt angles for more dynamic portrait shots.
- Extended low-angle perspective: Improved low-angle shots in Sphere Panorama mode for both Hasselblad and medium telephoto cameras.
- Optimized image quality and obstacle sensing: Refinements for better image capture and safer flights.
These updates require the latest version of the DJI Fly app (v1.17.0) and may reset camera settings, so you should check configurations post-update.
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