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Which is better for a beginner, Spark or Mavic Air? Can help me decide?
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<blockquote data-quote="David DeSmet" data-source="post: 64373" data-attributes="member: 6512"><p>I started flying for the first time in February 2018 with a Spark and I love it. I'm constantly surprised by the quality of the photography and videography that I get from it. I also found it very easy to learn how to fly a drone for the first time with the consistency of the software and hardware. As others have said, DJI is great platform regardless of the drone you choose. That being said, I can't wait to get a Mavic2 Zoom someday.. I understand the technological superiority and think my captures will benefit greatly from it (and I'll be able to attempt things that can't be done with a Spark). However, there is something to be said about the simplicity and affordability of the spark as well as the small size. Part of the learning curve is overcoming the fear that you may suddenly lose your investment in the lake or have a flyaway.. (thankfully I haven't experienced that). When you're comparing the cost of a spark vs. a mavic2 pro, it's easier to be comfortable taking risks as you learn and build confidence. Furthermore, I learned the value of not having a drone that is intimidating to the public because of its size and noise when I fly in more public places. The general public see a spark and don't tense up or feel defensive about privacy or safety because it is so small and approachable, where I see people with Phantoms get a lot of flack because it looks serious (and threatening to those who aren't comfortable with drones). Most people ask me if it has a camera because it appears like a simple flying toy (until they see it fly a half mile away at 28 mph). Even when I upgrade to a Mavic2 someday, I think there will be situations where I would choose the Spark.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="David DeSmet, post: 64373, member: 6512"] I started flying for the first time in February 2018 with a Spark and I love it. I'm constantly surprised by the quality of the photography and videography that I get from it. I also found it very easy to learn how to fly a drone for the first time with the consistency of the software and hardware. As others have said, DJI is great platform regardless of the drone you choose. That being said, I can't wait to get a Mavic2 Zoom someday.. I understand the technological superiority and think my captures will benefit greatly from it (and I'll be able to attempt things that can't be done with a Spark). However, there is something to be said about the simplicity and affordability of the spark as well as the small size. Part of the learning curve is overcoming the fear that you may suddenly lose your investment in the lake or have a flyaway.. (thankfully I haven't experienced that). When you're comparing the cost of a spark vs. a mavic2 pro, it's easier to be comfortable taking risks as you learn and build confidence. Furthermore, I learned the value of not having a drone that is intimidating to the public because of its size and noise when I fly in more public places. The general public see a spark and don't tense up or feel defensive about privacy or safety because it is so small and approachable, where I see people with Phantoms get a lot of flack because it looks serious (and threatening to those who aren't comfortable with drones). Most people ask me if it has a camera because it appears like a simple flying toy (until they see it fly a half mile away at 28 mph). Even when I upgrade to a Mavic2 someday, I think there will be situations where I would choose the Spark. [/QUOTE]
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