Of these four sub-250 g DJI drones, the Mini 4 Pro is the one I'd pick for most people who shoot video seriously. It pairs omnidirectional sensing with 4K/100fps, 10-bit D-Log M and HLG, true vertical shooting and the longest listed range here (20 km…
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A compact drone with LiDAR sensing and lots of onboard storage.
Best for: Buyers who want full obstacle sensing and long flights with the Plus battery
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The simple, light entry point.
Best for: Beginners and casual users on a budget
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Full obstacle sensing on a smaller sensor.
Best for: Enthusiasts who want omnidirectional sensing without paying for a bigger sensor
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The most complete video package in the group.
Best for: Creators who want 10-bit video, true vertical and long range in a sub-250 g drone
| Feature | DJI Lito X1 | DJI Mini 3 | DJI Lito 1 | DJI Mini 4 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 249 g | 248 g | 249 g | 249 g |
| Dimensions | 144×94×62 mm | 148 × 90 × 62 mm | 149 × 94 × 62 mm | 148 × 94 × 64 mm |
| Volume | 838 cm³ | 824 cm³ | 869 cm³ | 893 cm³ |
| Max Speed | 18 m/s | 16 m/s | 18 m/s | 16 m/s |
| Max Flight Distance | 21 km | 18 km | 20 km | 18 km |
| Sensor Size | 1/1.3″ CMOS | 1/1.3″ CMOS | 1/2-inch CMOS | 1/1.3 inch CMOS |
| Megapixels | 48 MP | 48 MP | 48 MP | 48 MP |
| Max ISO | 12800 (Video), 6400 (Photo) | 3200 | 12800 | 12800 (Night Video), 6400 (Normal Video) |
| Flight Time | 36 minutes | 38 minutes | 36 minutes | 34 minutes |
| Max Resolution | 4K/100fps | 4K/30fps | 4K/100fps | 4K/100fps |
| Movie Bitrate | 130 MBit/s | 100 MBit/s | 130 MBit/s | 150 MBit/s |
| Field of View | 82.1° | 82.1° | 79° | 82.1° |
| Transmission Range | 15 km (IC) | 10 km (FCC) | 15 km (IC) | 20 km (FCC) |
| Wind Resistance | 10.7 m/s | 10.7 m/s | 10.7 m/s | 10.7 m/s |
| Obstacle Avoidance | Omnidirectional (monocular vision sensors, front LiDAR, infrared sensor) | Downward vision sensors only | Omnidirectional (monocular vision sensors, infrared sensor) | Omnidirectional dual vision sensors, 3D infrared sensor |
| Battery Power | 2788 mAh | 2453 mAh | 2590 mAh | 2590 mAh |
| Charge Time | 73 minutes (via drone) | 64 minutes (via drone) | 73 minutes (via drone) | 70 minutes (via drone) |
| Internal Storage | 42 GB | N/A | N/A | 2 GB |
| GPS | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Obstacle Detection | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Return to Home | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Removable Battery | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Shoots RAW | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HDR Mode | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | No | No |
| Best For | Buyers who want full obstacle sensing and long flights with the Plus battery | Beginners and casual users on a budget | Enthusiasts who want omnidirectional sensing without paying for a bigger sensor | Creators who want 10-bit video, true vertical and long range in a sub-250 g drone |
| Obstacle Avoidance Type | Omnidirectional (LiDAR + Vision) | Downward Vision | Omnidirectional (Vision) | Omnidirectional (Dual Vision + Infrared) |
| Video Color Profile | 10-bit D-Log M | Normal | 10-bit D-Log M | 10-bit D-Log M / HLG |
| Max Vertical Video Resolution | 2.7K (1512x2688) | 2.7K (1512x2688) | 2.7K (1512x2688) | 4K (True Vertical) |
| Operating Temperature | -10 °C to 40 °C | -10 °C to 40 °C | 0 °C to 40 °C | -10 °C to 40 °C |
| Video Transmission System | O4 | O2 | O4 | O4 |
Of these four sub-250 g DJI drones, the Mini 4 Pro is the one I'd pick for most people who shoot video seriously. It pairs omnidirectional sensing with 4K/100fps, 10-bit D-Log M and HLG, true vertical shooting and the longest listed range here (20 km FCC).
The Lito X1 is the close alternative: it also has omnidirectional sensing, adds a forward LiDAR, carries 42 GB of internal storage and reaches 52 minutes with the Plus battery. The Lito 1 has the same 4K/100fps and omnidirectional sensing on a smaller 1/2-inch sensor with no internal storage.
The Mini 3 is the beginner's option. It is the lightest at 248 g and flies 38 minutes on its standard battery, but it only senses downward and tops out at 4K/30fps.
The Lito X1, Mini 3 and Mini 4 Pro all use 1/1.3-inch sensors; the Lito 1 uses a 1/2-inch sensor. Frame rates split the group differently: the Lito X1, Lito 1 and Mini 4 Pro record 4K at up to 100fps, while the Mini 3 stops at 4K/30fps. The Mini 4 Pro adds 10-bit D-Log M and HLG at 150 Mbps, and the two Litos also list 10-bit D-Log M.
Decide on your output first. Casual travel clips rarely need a log workflow; footage you plan to grade or sell is where 10-bit capture earns its keep. A higher frame rate is mainly useful for slow motion and fast movement.
On standard batteries the listed figures are 36 minutes and 18 m/s for both Litos (249 g), 38 minutes and 16 m/s for the Mini 3 (248 g), and 34 minutes and 16 m/s for the Mini 4 Pro (249 g). With the optional Plus battery, the Litos reach 52 minutes, the Mini 3 51 and the Mini 4 Pro 45, though the Mini 4 Pro's Plus battery is not sold in Europe.
The catch: a Plus battery takes any of these drones over 250 g, which can bring registration requirements that the standard battery avoids in many regions. Check the registration-by-weight guide before choosing the bigger battery. Rated flight times also fall with wind, cold and a sensible return reserve.
The Mini 4 Pro lists 20 km (FCC) on O4, against 10 km for the Mini 3 on the older O2 system. O4 is the newer link, with generally better interference resistance and lower latency. Either way, those distances are open-field radio maximums; visual-line-of-sight rules still apply.
The Mini 4 Pro uses omnidirectional dual vision sensors plus a 3D infrared sensor. The Lito X1 is also omnidirectional, with monocular vision sensors, a front LiDAR and an infrared sensor. The Lito 1 is omnidirectional with monocular vision and infrared but no LiDAR. The Mini 3 only senses downward, which is the main reason I'd steer anyone who plans to use tracking or fly near trees away from it.
No sensing system makes a drone collision-proof. Thin wires, reflective surfaces, low light, blank walls and high speed still cause trouble.
The Lito X1 has 42 GB of internal storage and the Mini 4 Pro 2 GB. The Mini 3 and Lito 1 have none, so a microSD card is required. For more detail, see the Lito X1 vs Mini 4 Pro comparison and the Lito X1 vs Lito 1 vs Mini 3 breakdown.
I compare these drones from manufacturer specifications, regulatory filings and documented owner reports. I have not flown them, so flight feel and real-world battery life are not judged here.
This comparison helps buyers choose between DJI Lito X1, DJI Mini 3, DJI Lito 1, and DJI Mini 4 Pro by translating the specification table into camera, flight, safety, workflow and value decisions. Recommendations are matched to user needs rather than based on a single headline number.