Previous DJI Mini release patterns
Let's take a trip down memory lane and look at the release dates of the previous DJI Mini models:
You might’ve noticed, but there's roughly a one-year gap between the Mavic Mini and the Mini 2, and then a slightly longer gap of about 18 months between the Mini 2 and Mini 3 Pro.
Which is a little telling… DJI doesn't necessarily follow a strict annual release schedule, but they do tend to refresh their lineup within a one to two-year timeframe.
Potential Release Date for DJI Mini 4 and DJI Mini 4 Pro
Seeing as how the DJI Mini 3 Pro was released in May 2022, we can assume that the earliest we might see a DJI Mini 4 would be around May 2023, a year after the Mini 3 Pro.
But I have to say, seeing as how the gap between releases has been lengthening, it's possible that we won't see the Mini 4 until late 2023 or even 2024!
One thing to keep in mind is that DJI might also choose to stagger the release of the standard DJI Mini 4 and the DJI Mini 4 Pro, as they did with the Mini 3 series. So, we could potentially see the standard version arrive first, followed by the Pro version a few months later (to test the waters so to speak…).
Factors that may impact the release date of the DJI Mini 4
While DJI has a habit of taking about 12 to 18 months for new releases, there are still various external factors that can influence product release dates.
For example, remember COVID-19? Yeah… that made it very difficult for companies like DJI to keep their supply chains smooth and running.
There is also another reason why we may not see a DJI Mini 4 and Mini 4 Pro until late 2024. DJI may be waiting to see how the market responds to the Mini 3 Pro before committing to a Mini 4 release date.
They could be taking note of user feedback, analyzing sales data, and gauging the competition to determine the best time to introduce the next iteration – which is what most big companies usually do.
DJI Mini 4 release date prediction (Verdict)
When all is said and done, it's important to remember that we're working with educated guesses and speculation here. DJI could surprise us and announce the Mini 4 earlier or later than we anticipate, depending on their internal roadmap and business strategy.
It's always a good idea to keep an eye on their social media channels and website for announcements, as well as stay tuned to the drone community at large.
There is a huge chance we’ll see the first few DJI Mini 4 drones roll out in mid to late 2024.
In the meantime, let's have some fun and explore what the DJI Mini 4 might bring to the table in terms of features, improvements, and pricing!