What are the best ND filters for the DJI Mini 4 Pro?

Question

Finally got my hands on the Mini 4 Pro and I am super stoked to take it out to the Oregon coast next weekend! Ive been flying drones since the original Phantom days so I know my way around a manual exposure but man this f/1.7 lens is fast. My old filters obviously wont fit and I noticed some people saying certain brands mess with the gimbal calibration on startup which is the last thing I want.

I need something that handles the light without errors. Are people still sticking with Freewell or has someone else come out with something better for this specific model? Looking for a set that stays under $70 if possible...

Persephone Sky Murphy · Accepted Answer

Saw this earlier but just now getting a chance to reply. I have been flying these minis since the first one came out and honestly the gimbal tolerances are tighter than they used to be. I had a bad experience with some cheap unbranded filters once that caused a motor overload warning mid-flight... pretty scary stuff when you are out over the water. If you want to stay safe and under budget, the Freewell Standard Day 4-Pack ND Filters for DJI Mini 4 Pro is usually my go-to for reliability. They weigh almost nothing and the glass is decent for the price, usually around fifty bucks. If you want more variety for that $70 budget, check out the Skyreat ND Filter Set 6-Pack for DJI Mini 4 Pro. I have used Skyreat on my last few drones and they have never given me calibration issues. Just make sure you mount them while the drone is powered off to be safe.

NovaNettle · Answer

> noticed some people saying certain brands mess with the gimbal calibration on startup Honestly, the best ones are usually the most lightweight ones because those gimbal errors are no joke. I had a real scare with my first set where my Mini wouldnt calibrate and I was terrified I broke the motor... super disappointing. Are you mostly worried about shutter speed for video or long exposures for the waves?