DJI Mini 3 RC
Score: 60/100
Potensic ATOM SE 3B
Score: 72/100Rankings
The Potensic ATOM SE is a sub-250 g foldable drone aimed at beginners, offering 4K video, GPS-assisted flight and up to 31 minutes of airtime per battery. It packs advanced features like waypoint and follow-me modes, but relies on electronic image stabilization instead of a mechanical gimbal.
The DJI Mini 3 (RC Edition) is a sub-250 g ultra-light drone with a 1/1.3″ sensor, f/1.7 lens and a built-in 5.5" screen, delivering 4K HDR video and up to 38-minute flight time (51 min with optional battery). It targets creators who want portable, high-quality aerial footage without the need for a smartphone or FAA registration.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
38 minutesbest | 31 minutes | |
2,453 mAh | 2,500 mAhbest | |
12 MPbest | 12 MPbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 248 gbest | 249 g |
4 pbest | — | |
0.77 inbest | 0.33 in | |
4,000 mbest | 4,000 mbest | |
1.7 f | 2.2 fbest |
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| Attribute | | |
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Camera(2) | ||
Sensor Size (in) | 0.77 in | 0.33 in |
Aperture (f‑stop) (f) | 1.7 f | 2.2 f |
Gimbal & Stabilization(1) | ||
Gimbal Type | 3-axis mechanical | None |
Battery & Power(3) | ||
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 2453 mAh | 2500 mAh |
Flight Time (minutes) | 38 minutes | 31 minutes |
Charging Time (minutes) | 60 minutes | 90 minutes |
Flight Performance(2) | ||
Takeoff Weight (g) | 248 g | 249 g |
Wind Resistance Level | Level 5 | 38 km/h |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the Mini 3 (RC Edition) as a near-perfect blend of portability and image quality, calling it a "compact powerhouse" that delivers "professional-grade video in a sub-249 g frame." They highlight the large sensor, bright lens, vertical-shooting gimbal and the convenience of an integrated high-brightness screen, while noting the lack of obstacle-avoidance sensors as the main trade-off against higher-priced Mavic models.
Everyday users love the lightweight design, long flight time and the ability to shoot vertical video straight out of the box. The built-in screen is repeatedly mentioned as a game-changer for bright-day flying, and the 10 km transmission range feels reliable. Complaints focus on the missing obstacle-avoidance sensors and the extra weight of the larger battery.
Professional reviewers consistently rate the ATOM SE around 4.0/5.0, praising its value-for-money feature set, long endurance, and solid GPS-based flight capabilities. The primary criticism centers on the lack of a mechanical gimbal, which hampers video stability in windy conditions, and the camera's limited low-light performance.
Everyday users appreciate the drone's long flight time, easy folding design, and the inclusion of multiple batteries, but many express frustration with the low-light camera quality, the relatively slow charging speed, and the absence of collision-avoidance. The 720p live view is also frequently mentioned as a drawback.
“"compact powerhouse" that delivers "professional-grade video in a sub-249g frame."”
“The built-in screen is a game-changer for bright-day flying.”
“Lack of obstacle avoidance is a downside for beginners who push the limits.”
