James DeRuvo

The DJI Mini 2 SE drone is the latest offering from DJI, one of the world’s leading drone manufacturers. This new drone is designed to be compact, lightweight, and easy to use, making it the perfect choice for beginner filmmakers who want to capture aerial footage with stunning quality and ease. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the specifications, features, and price of the DJI Mini 2 SE drone, and discuss why it’s a good option for those just starting out in the world of aerial photography and videography.

First and foremost, let’s take a look at the specifications of the DJI Mini 2 SE drone. The drone weighs just 249 grams, making it extremely lightweight and portable. It has a maximum flight time of 31 minutes, allowing users to capture extended aerial footage without having to stop and recharge the drone. The drone also features a 12 MP camera that is capable of capturing 4K video at 60 fps, as well as high-resolution photos. The camera is mounted on a 3-axis gimbal, which helps to stabilize the footage and eliminate unwanted camera shake, even in windy conditions.

In terms of features, the DJI Mini 2 SE drone is loaded with advanced technologies that make it easy to use and control. The drone features an intuitive, user-friendly interface that makes it easy to control and fly, even for beginners. The drone also features an obstacle avoidance system that helps to prevent it from colliding with objects while flying, and a Return to Home function that automatically brings the drone back to its starting location in the event of a lost connection or low battery.

The DJI Mini 2 SE drone also comes with a number of creative features that make it ideal for beginner filmmakers. For example, the drone includes a range of shooting modes, including ActiveTrack, which automatically follows a subject as it moves, and Hyperlapse, which creates stunning timelapse videos. There is also a Panorama mode, which allows users to capture panoramic photos with just a few taps of the screen.

In terms of price, the DJI Mini 2 SE drone is relatively affordable compared to other high-end drones on the market. The drone retails for around $369, which is a reasonable price for the features and capabilities that it offers.

The Fly More Combo, which includes the Mini 2 SE, which includes a controller, extra batteries, spare propellers, cables,and a shoulder bag — brings the price up to $519.

However, it’s important to note that the drone does not come with a remote control, which must be purchased separately. The remote control is available for around $139, which brings the total cost of the drone up to around $588.

So, why is the DJI Mini 2 SE drone a good option for beginner filmmakers? There are several reasons. Firstly, the drone is incredibly easy to use and control, which makes it ideal for those who are just starting out. The user-friendly interface, combined with the obstacle avoidance system and Return to Home function, help to ensure that the drone is safe and simple to fly. Secondly, the drone’s compact and lightweight design makes it highly portable, allowing users to take it with them wherever they go. Finally, the drone’s advanced features, such as ActiveTrack and Hyperlapse, make it possible to capture professional-quality aerial footage with ease, even for those who have limited experience.

In conclusion, the DJI Mini 2 SE drone is a highly capable and user-friendly drone that is ideal for beginner filmmakers. Its compact size, easy-to-use interface, and advanced features make it the perfect choice for those who want to capture stunning aerial footage with ease. The drone is also reasonably priced, making it a cost-effective option for those who are just starting out in the world of aerial photography and videography. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced filmmaker, the DJI Mini 2.

Canon, the leading provider of innovative cameras and lens technology, has announced their newest addition: The Canon EOS R8 full-frame mirrorless camera. Packing an impressive array of features into an incredibly small package, the Canon R8 is poised to revolutionize the industry for those content creators looking to break in.

The Canon R8 comes equipped with a 40.3-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor and Digic X image processor for providing high-quality images with accurate colors and excellent detail. Its native ISO range has been extended to an impressive 102400, allowing creators to shoot in challenging light conditions and still get great results.

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This camera packs a range of features designed to make capturing stunning images and videos easier than ever. It has an advanced autofocus system powered by Canon’s proprietary dual-pixel CMOS AF II technology, for smooth, accurate tracking with fast and reliable accuracy, even when shooting in low light. It also has up to 10 fps continuous shooting and an electronic shutter with a maximum speed of 1/8000th of a second.

In terms of video, the Canon R8 has 4K at 30/24/25 frames per second oversampled from 6K, and Full HD up to 120 frames per second, allowing you to create stunning slow-motion footage. It also comes with a time-lapse mode, digital image stabilization, and a flat picture profile to give you the flexibility you need to get creative.o

In addition to the features already discussed, the Canon R8 has a range of intuitive new features. Its Multi-Function Bar and Touch Bar make changing settings and shooting parameters quickly and easily. It also has built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi with NFC, allowing you to connect to other devices and easily transfer your images and videos.

The Canon R8 is the perfect camera for anyone looking for the highest quality images and videos in the smallest and lightest package possible.

The R8 is available for $1499 body only or $1699 with the with RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM kit Llens

with updates to Apple Watch and iPad, I’ll be live blogging today’s Time Flies event at Twitter.com/gate_check.

There wasn’t a lot for filmmakers to get excited over in today’s Apple Keynote. 85% of it was about software tweaks thats I would call “fins.” It’s those refinements you get in to “toc” of the tic-toc development cycle. And then there was a big news of Apple Silicon, the Cupertino designed processor which will begin driving the Apple platform starting next year. Here’s my thoughts …

If you want to know all the details, I live tweeted the keynote and you can check out the feed to the right, or read it on twitter at @gate_check.

iOS14, iPadOS14 and macOS Big Sur. All three operating systems continue their gradual move towards integration, and someday soon, there will be one OS to rule them all.

iOS14 has some nifty new improvements including finally embracing widgets. Only about eight years after Android. But it’s a welcome change which also gives users customizable size options and finally putting them on the home page.

But the best change may be something called “AppClips,” little pieces of apps that you can run via NFC or QR CODE to operates apps one a one time basis without having to download the entire thing. So you rent a bike, activate with AppClips from a special scan, pay with Apple Pay and you’re peddling away without having to sign up for any account. very cool.

iPadOS adds Scribble, which through apple pencil improves handwriting recognition to replace your written text with typeface. It’ll also translate rudimentary drawings into shapes. Great for making those bar napkin sketches looking more professional.

Apple has also reworked an incoming call notification into a compact notification that doesn’t cover the entire page.

watchOS7 makes custom watch faces shareable and will also have widgets.

Hardware wise, AirPods Pro gets an upgrade with spatial audio. Essentially Dolby Atmos in your ears.

But the big thing is Apple finally making the move away from Intel with their own in house processors called Apple Silicon. And they are upgrading Rosetta 2 to do the translating on any non native apps so users can keep using their favorite apps.

Honestly it may be a transition that nobody asked for. While they referenced the move from PowerPC to Intel and how the multi year transition will be as seamless with Rosetta. Only time will tell if professionals want to make that leap without Apple forcing it on them. Even if Adobe is all in.