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If you have a Mavic, why own a Spark?
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<blockquote data-quote="James Lucas" data-source="post: 2131" data-attributes="member: 347"><p>I also have a Mavic that I'm planning on selling (once a couple early adopter issues are resolved). </p><p></p><p>It's all about your use case. For mine, the Spark is a no brainer. My analogy is my DSLR, which I'll explain below.</p><p></p><p>I'm a videography and photography hobbyist. But I found I stopped carrying my DSLR because of weight and size issues. And we're not talking about a professional or prosumer full frame but a Canon Rebel (again which I chose because it was smaller/lighter). My iPhone became good enough because it was always with me. I enjoyed shooting videos and photos, but just as a part of my adventures. It's not THE reason for my adventures. </p><p></p><p>This has changed recently as I now have a lightweight mirrorless Sony a5100 DSLR. It's small enough that I can fit it in a pocket or in a corner of whatever bag I carry that day. I'm OK that the lenses are not as sharp as my Canon lenses because I wouldn't be carrying a DSLR otherwise. </p><p></p><p>Spark v. Mavic is similar. I love the Mavic and the video quality. But it's big enough and heavy enough that I have to consciously chose to bring it. Then, when I decide to use it, I have to find a spot to launch, unfold, remove the gimbal cover, remember to remove the gimbal lock, unfold the remote, then launch. The video I get is Prosumer quality but, the best video is the video you take. </p><p></p><p>I'll carry and use the Spark way more often than I've used my Mavic. </p><p></p><p>Here's the features I care about:</p><p></p><p><strong>Usable without controller</strong>: One less thing to carry, which will allow me to use it for trips where weight/space is an issue. Like camping or Backpacking. </p><p></p><p><strong>Micro USB charging</strong>: See above. I'll already have a 6 Port USB charging hub for travel and can just plug the Spark into that. Plus for backpacking/camping I'll have a small solar panel</p><p></p><p><strong>Lightweight</strong>: The Spark alone is 70% lighter (1.7lbs!) than Mavic+Controller. Spark+Contoller is about 1.1 lbs lighter (more than 45% lighter) than the Mavic equivalent. My wife won't notice me throwing the 300g Spark into the family daypack for hiking, travel, etc. Also, the Mavic+Controller is way too heavy for Backpacking, for example. Spark is under 11 oz and AC+RC is just over 20oz. </p><p></p><p><strong>Quick Setup</strong>: The Spark is ready to go with a quick power on and palm launch. No unfolding, which would make it heavier and take more time to launch. No worrying about taking off on a dirt trail or tall grass. </p><p></p><p>I'm not 100% happy with it, but I'm hoping those issues can be solved with future firmware updates. </p><p></p><p>Real world weights:</p><p></p><p>Mavic AC: 756g</p><p>Mavic RC: 311g</p><p>Spark AC: 302g</p><p>Spark RC: 273g.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="James Lucas, post: 2131, member: 347"] I also have a Mavic that I'm planning on selling (once a couple early adopter issues are resolved). It's all about your use case. For mine, the Spark is a no brainer. My analogy is my DSLR, which I'll explain below. I'm a videography and photography hobbyist. But I found I stopped carrying my DSLR because of weight and size issues. And we're not talking about a professional or prosumer full frame but a Canon Rebel (again which I chose because it was smaller/lighter). My iPhone became good enough because it was always with me. I enjoyed shooting videos and photos, but just as a part of my adventures. It's not THE reason for my adventures. This has changed recently as I now have a lightweight mirrorless Sony a5100 DSLR. It's small enough that I can fit it in a pocket or in a corner of whatever bag I carry that day. I'm OK that the lenses are not as sharp as my Canon lenses because I wouldn't be carrying a DSLR otherwise. Spark v. Mavic is similar. I love the Mavic and the video quality. But it's big enough and heavy enough that I have to consciously chose to bring it. Then, when I decide to use it, I have to find a spot to launch, unfold, remove the gimbal cover, remember to remove the gimbal lock, unfold the remote, then launch. The video I get is Prosumer quality but, the best video is the video you take. I'll carry and use the Spark way more often than I've used my Mavic. Here's the features I care about: [B]Usable without controller[/B]: One less thing to carry, which will allow me to use it for trips where weight/space is an issue. Like camping or Backpacking. [B]Micro USB charging[/B]: See above. I'll already have a 6 Port USB charging hub for travel and can just plug the Spark into that. Plus for backpacking/camping I'll have a small solar panel [B]Lightweight[/B]: The Spark alone is 70% lighter (1.7lbs!) than Mavic+Controller. Spark+Contoller is about 1.1 lbs lighter (more than 45% lighter) than the Mavic equivalent. My wife won't notice me throwing the 300g Spark into the family daypack for hiking, travel, etc. Also, the Mavic+Controller is way too heavy for Backpacking, for example. Spark is under 11 oz and AC+RC is just over 20oz. [B]Quick Setup[/B]: The Spark is ready to go with a quick power on and palm launch. No unfolding, which would make it heavier and take more time to launch. No worrying about taking off on a dirt trail or tall grass. I'm not 100% happy with it, but I'm hoping those issues can be solved with future firmware updates. Real world weights: Mavic AC: 756g Mavic RC: 311g Spark AC: 302g Spark RC: 273g. [/QUOTE]
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