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DJI’s Mavic 4 Pro brings a 100MP Hasselblad camera, and 60mph —finally a real upgrade, even if it’s delayed in the U.S.

DJI finally stopped teasing and actually released the Mavic 4 Pro. Not a half-step. Not a firmware-fueled refresh. A real upgrade. After years of small changes dressed up in big language, DJI has delivered something built for working creators and image professionals.
Of course, U.S. buyers will have to wait a little bit—thanks to Remote ID compliance, import delays, and—you guessed it—tariffs. But in regions where it's already launching, this drone has raised the bar for what a folding camera drone can do.
I haven’t flown it yet, but the specs alone are worth unpacking—and if they perform as advertised, this one could be a real staple for pro shooters.

The Camera System: Hasselblad Color, D...

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Jon 'Swindy' Swindall, based in Atlanta, GA, is a seasoned photographer, cinematographer, and skilled drone pilot, known for his dynamic visual storytelling and passion for capturing the world's diverse beauty through his lens. Sr. Editor Click, connect, and create at Luminous Landscape.
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