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Upgraded to the Mini 4 Pro for my Norway trip next week and my budget is totally trashed. I figured the Fly More kit was enough but now I am second-guessing if ND filters are actually mandatory for this sensor. Do I really need extra glass for high-glare fjords or is the stock lens fine?
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12/03/2026 8:15 pm
Unfortunately, glare off the fjords is gonna be your biggest enemy. I had issues with footage looking totally blown out without a polarizer. If the budget is dead, skip the fancy glass for now.
- Sunnylife Lens Hood for DJI Mini 4 Pro to help block side glare.
- Smatree Hard Carrying Case for DJI Mini 4 Pro because the stock bag is honestly not as good as expected for protection. Dont worry tho, youll still get great shots!
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12/03/2026 7:53 pm
Honestly, you're gonna be so happy with that Mini 4 Pro. I've been using mine for a few months now and I'm totally satisfied with how it handles. To answer your question directly, the stock lens is fine for photos, but for video in bright places like Norway, ND filters are kinda a must-have if you want that professional look. Basically, the filters act like sunglasses for your drone. Without them, the camera has to use a really fast shutter speed to keep the image from being blown out, which makes your video look choppy instead of smooth. I'm a bit of a stickler for safety and keeping things clean, so I also recommend a few other bits:
- DJI Mini 4 Pro ND Filters Set (ND16/64/256) for controlling that fjord glare.
- PGYTECH Drone Landing Pad Pro because landing on damp moss or rocks is super sketchy for the sensors.
- SanDisk Extreme Pro 256GB microSDXC UHS-I V30 so you dont run out of storage halfway through a hike. The landing pad has been a lifesaver for me since it protects the delicate gimbal from debris during takeoff. I was worried about it at first, but it works well and gives me peace of mind. Just take it easy and you'll get some incredible shots. Let me know if you want to know more about the settings I use!
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12/03/2026 8:15 pm
Agree with the filter advice. I actually dropped my RC 2 while hiking a narrow trail last year because I didnt have a strap, almost lost the whole thing... heart was pounding. Now I wont fly without a DJI RC 2 Lanyard Neck Strap. Since youre traveling, look into:
- Spigen Tempered Glass Screen Protector for DJI RC 2 for screen safety.
- Anker 735 Charger GaNPrime 65W to charge batteries faster.
