I took the Mini 2 out for some night flights to test the low-light capabilities.
All the footage is 4K at 24fps, 3500K white balance. Most of the clips were shot at 1/25th shutter and ISO 3200. I think four of the clips were shot at 1/50th shutter, ISO 3200. The clips shot with the faster shutter speed had a little boost to exposure in post. All clips had a slight boost in staturation otherwise no other adjustments in post.
I have to say I came away quite impressed, it was much better than I expected. What do you guys think?
Depp Posted at 3-14 22:58
Pretty impressive performance. Been wanting to fly at dusk/at night for a while now. Still have to find the right spot and the courage!
Courage indeed! It was my first time flying at night. The shots over the river made me a bit nervous, even though there were no overhead obstacles, hovering above a black abyss is a bit unsettling.
DowntownRDB Posted at 3-15 05:27
Very impressive night footage. I have to say your shutter speed and ISO settings worked out well for you. Mini 2 is a quite capable drone.
Thanks! Yeah, that's it though - max ISO and slowest possible shutter speed for 24 fps footage - you simply cannot bring in any more light with this drone. Still though, quite capable as you say. Cheers!
SCoutts Posted at 3-15 07:35
Thanks! Yeah, that's it though - max ISO and slowest possible shutter speed for 24 fps footage - you simply cannot bring in any more light with this drone. Still though, quite capable as you say. Cheers!