DJI has released their latest drone the Phantom 4 Professional a few weeks ago. The Phantom 4 Pro stands out as the twin brother of the Phantom 4. It's a modern, white-colored drone for video recording, with aerodynamic outlines, a magnesium core, along with a durable plastic exterior. It measures about 7.0 by 11.5 by 11. 5 inches (HWD) and weighs about 3 pounds, so you will need to sign-up before taking it out and start flying.
The camera is stabilised with a 3-axis gimbal. In a massive change from previous Phantom models that leveraged the 1 Or 2. 3- inch sensing unit dimensions found in most long zoom cameras and smartphones. It's roughly four times the size in regards to surface area comparison, so both images and video clips have the potential to demonstrate significantly more detail and quality. The field of view is a little bit narrower than the Phantom 4, the Phantom 4 Professional's lens captures the equivalent of a 24mm versus the P4's 20mm scope, which makes it a much better lens. DJI's introduction video for the Phantom 4 Pro demonstrates the camera changes.
Stills are recorded at 20MP resolution in Jpeg or Raw DNG file format, with video clip recording available at up to 4K high quality at an ultra- smooth 60fps. Classical 30 and 24fps capturing rates are available as well. The camera also provides aperture control (f/2.8 through f/11), which means you do not need to depend on neutral density filter systems to manipulate your shutter perspectives anymore. And it supports a mechanical shutter, which removes the rolling shutter effect that may scar video recorded by CMOS image sensors. The video bit rate has been enhanced as well. Video Footage is compressed at 100Mbps using H.265 data compression, up from the H.264 60Mbps format provided by the Phantom 4. A high-quality SD Card is required to achieve these recording speeds.
Body comparison: Despite looking very similar, just the top covering is identical. The bottom half including the camera, gimbal, and sensors are of different design and style. But the P4Pro will fit in all cases designed for the P4. You will be able to use your old bag that you bought for your Phantom 4, with your Phantom 4 Pro.
Camera Comparison: The P4P camera is larger than the P4.
ND filters from the P4 will not fit the P4P.
Battery weight comparison: 458gr vs 462gr. Despite having more power along with a larger cooling system the P4P battery is only 4gr heavier than the P4. Given the power it produces is 10% greater, this is an acceptable weight.
LED and vent out comparison: Identical in all dimensions. More exposed air vents on the P4P make it possible for much better air conditioning and air flow into the airframe. Clear and non-diffused LED cover provide better visualisation of P4P during daylight flight.
Motor comparison: Identical motors on both P4 and P4P. Even though P4 and P4P have identical motors, the Phantom 4 Pro exceeds it's younger brother in speed by %10. The Phantom 4 Pro flys at speeds up to 55 mph.
RTF weight comparison: 1342gm vs 1339gm. Despite having a heavier battery, more sensors, and a larger camera, the P4P is 3gr lighter on take off weight. Both drones weight almost equal, but the new P4 Pro's flight time is increased by 5 minutes.
Battery comparison: 5350mAh vs 5870mAh. Both are fully compatible with either P4 or P4P. The new P4Pro electric batteries will work with the P4 and the P4Pro, new batteries give the P4 a longer flight time. Phantom 4's announced flight time is 28 minutes, while P4 Pro has 32+ minutes flight time.
Rear comparison: The rear sensors on the P4P are the same as the front ones on the P4. The Bottom half of the P4P frame is totally different to the P4 to accommodate the extra sensors. Despite having the same height and footprint, the sensors are different too.
Bottom comparison: Identical in all dimensions but slightly different design in the downward sensors. An additional foam piece is now supplied with the P4P to provide added support and protection of the gimbal during transport.
RC comparison: Despite looking Identical, the remote controller on the P4Pro is NOT compatible with the P4 and vice versa as the P4P has a new transmission protocol using both 2. 4GHz and 5. 8Ghz. The previous P4 uses 2.4 GHz band for transmission.
Full control of camera Aperture and Shutter: Unlike the P4, the P4P gives you full control of Aperture and Shutter.
Propeller attachment comparison: The spring retainer plate on the P4 is replaced with a central spring on the P4Pro. This provides a better even distribution of propeller locking force on the propeller during flights. Propellers are identical on both P4 and P4P and are compatible with each other.
In conclusion, the Phantom 4 Pro features a much better camera, more advanced obstacle avoidance, higher battery life, and extra intelligent flight modes. It puts some room between the top of the Phantom line and the new Mavic Pro — a less expensive, more compact drone DJI launched in October which, at least on paper, was just as powerful as its bigger uncle. Phantom 4 Pro may be considered as the leading consumer drone when it's compared to GoPro's Karma and Mavic Pro. Another big change with the Phantom 4 Pro is that you may purchase a remote with a built-in display. The new remote is significantly brighter than your average smartphone and offers the benefit of allowing you to fly without burning the battery on your main communications device. The new Phantom 4 Pro takes droning to a whole new level, safe flights!