# sub-250g

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DJI Mini 5 Pro vs DJI Air 3S: Which Drone Actually Saves You Money in 2026?

DJI Mini 5 Pro (1-inch sensor, 249.9g, $759-$899) vs DJI Air 3S (1-inch main + 70mm tele, 724g, $1,099-$1,299). We compare real-world image quality, flight time, regulatory friction, and 5-year ownership cost to find the smarter buy.

June 30, 2026 💰 $300-$600 over 5 years by skipping the telephoto camera you may never use

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DJI Mini 5 Pro vs HoverAir X1 Pro Max: Which Sub-250g Drone Actually Saves You Money?

The DJI Mini 5 Pro has a 1-inch sensor and LiDAR but isn't sold in the US. The HoverAir X1 Pro Max shoots 8K and launches from your palm. We compare real prices, flight time, and total ownership cost to find the smarter buy.

June 4, 2026 💰 $200-$700 over 3 years by matching the drone to your real flight profile