The sub-250g DJI Mini 5 Pro has landed – and it raises the bar for beginner drones

• First DJI Mini drone with a 1-inch sensor, yet still under 250g
• Camera can rotate up to 225 degrees to support vertical shooting
• Price starts at £679 / AU$1,119 (US pricing and availability TBC)

DJI just raised the bar for beginner drones with its new Mini 5 Pro. The latest flagship model is the first in the 'Mini' series with a (larger) 1-inch sensor for improved 4K video up to 120fps, 50MP stills and cinematic 10-bit video with D-Log M color profile and 14EV dynamic range.

The gimbal camera has a versatile range of motion, too – up to 225 degrees roll rotation, which enables vertical shooting. Combined with DJI's one-click QuickShots moves and improved 360° ActiveTrack skills, the Mini 5 Pro promises next-level aerial images.

Safety features also receive a boost – omnidirectional object sensing is boosted by front-facing LiDAR for improved nighttime return-to-home skills, while flight time lasts ...