DJI Neo 2 review: The best budget drone is now even better

DJI's latest drone model, the Neo 2, is an upgraded version of its highly popular original model. Despite its uncertain future in the US market, DJI has continued to release impressive drones that cater to creators and hobbyists alike.

The Neo 2 features a new LiDAR sensor that enables obstacle detection, allowing it to fly around obstacles instead of plowing through them. This feature is particularly useful when flying in tight spaces or navigating complex environments. The drone's camera has also been upgraded with a 12MP, 1/2-inch sensor and an f/2.0 iris, resulting in sharper and more color-accurate video and photos.

One notable improvement over the original Neo is its reduced noise level, making it less obtrusive when flying indoors or at high altitudes. This feature was implemented by shrouding the propellers, palm takeoff, and voice control, creating a much smoother experience for users.

The Neo 2 also boasts impressive gesture controls that allow users to fly the drone with surprising precision using hand gestures. This feature is particularly useful when capturing smooth footage or navigating through complex environments.

In terms of performance, the Neo 2 can reach speeds of up to 27 mph in follow mode and has a special "Bicycle Tracking" mode that allows it to easily keep up with moving subjects. The drone's agility makes it well-suited for FPV flying, which is ideal for enthusiasts looking for an immersive experience.

While the Neo 2 is not perfect โ€“ its low-light capabilities are still mediocre, and it lacks 10-bit LogM video capabilities โ€“ its overall performance and feature set make it an excellent choice for social media users, hobbyists, and content creators. With a price tag expected to be around $250, the Neo 2 will likely be the go-to drone option in this market segment, offering a high level of quality at an affordable price.

Overall, the DJI Neo 2 is a significant upgrade over its predecessor, with improved features and performance that make it one of the best personal drones on the market.
 
omg I'm so hyped about the new Neo 2!!! ๐Ÿš€๐Ÿ’ฅ first of all, LiDAR sensor is literally genius - can't believe they made it possible to fly around obstacles! ๐Ÿคฉ and that camera upgrade tho?! 12MP and f/2.0 iris?! ๐Ÿ“ธ๐Ÿ‘ I'm already imagining the sick vids I'll be making with this thing! ๐Ÿ’ฅ but seriously, reduced noise level is a total game changer - no more annoying drone noises in my backyard ๐Ÿ˜ด๐Ÿ’ค gesture controls are so cool too, feels like having my own personal pilot ๐Ÿค–๐Ÿš€ and $250 price tag? ๐Ÿ’ธ totally worth it for the quality they're offering! ๐Ÿ‘ can't wait to get my hands on this bad boy! ๐ŸŽ
 
๐Ÿค” The integration of LiDAR sensor in the Neo 2 is a game-changer for obstacle detection, allowing for more precise and safe flight operations. This feature is particularly noteworthy as it caters to the needs of creators and hobbyists who often operate in complex environments. Moreover, the reduced noise level and gesture controls are welcome improvements that enhance user experience. However, it's worth noting that the low-light capabilities could be improved upon. Nonetheless, the Neo 2 seems like an excellent choice for social media users and content creators, offering a high level of quality at an affordable price. ๐Ÿ‘
 
omg i just got my hands on the new DJI Neo 2 ๐Ÿคฉ and i'm OBSESSED!!! ๐Ÿ˜ the liDar sensor is literally game changing - it's so cool to see how it can navigate around obstacles without crashing! ๐Ÿšจ also the camera upgrade is insane, my photos and vids are looking better than ever ๐Ÿ“ธ๐Ÿ‘ and the gesture controls? ๐Ÿ’ซ genius! i was skeptical at first but now i'm a total convert ๐Ÿ˜‚ gotta say tho, 10-bit logM video capabilities would be lit ๐Ÿ”ฅ
 
I'm loving the new LiDAR sensor on the DJI Neo 2 ๐Ÿค–! It's game changing for obstacle detection and navigation in tight spaces. I've had my eye on this drone for ages, and now I'm even more convinced it's worth the investment ๐Ÿ’ธ. The reduced noise level is a huge bonus too - can't wait to try out its gesture controls and see how smooth it flies indoors ๐ŸŽฅ!
 
idk how much i trust those gesture controls tho ๐Ÿค”, seems like they might get in the way or something... but i mean, who doesn't love the idea of flying a drone around with just hand gestures? it's def a cool feature ๐ŸŽฅ. the 12MP camera is gonna make for some sick vids and pics, no doubt about that ๐Ÿ’ฅ. noise level reduction is also a win in my book ๐Ÿ™Œ, i've had issues with loud drones before when filming indoors. the price point seems pretty reasonable too, $250 is a lot more manageable than some of those other high-end drones out there ๐Ÿ’ธ. overall, i'm hyped for this thing, but i gotta be careful not to get too carried away with the gesture controls ๐Ÿ˜‚.
 
idk why ppl think the neo 2 is such a big deal ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™‚๏ธ i mean dont get me wrong, its cool and all but $250? thats just ridiculous for a drone that can barely take decent low light vids ๐Ÿ“ธ i'm still using my old model from like 3 yrs ago and it's doing the same job as fine. and gesture controls are just a novelty at this point, everyone's gonna be trying to fly their drones with flailing arms soon enough ๐Ÿคช
 
omg I'm so hyped for this new drone model! ๐Ÿš€ DJI really stepped up their game with all these sick features ๐Ÿ˜Ž like LiDAR sensor for obstacle detection and gesture controls that are insane ๐Ÿ”ฅ! The 12MP camera is gonna make my vlog content go from meh to fire ๐Ÿ”ฅ! I'm also super stoked about the "Bicycle Tracking" mode ๐Ÿšดโ€โ™‚๏ธ, that's perfect for capturing smooth footage while following moving subjects. And at $250 it's a total steal ๐Ÿ’ธ, can't wait to get my hands on one and start flying high โฌ†๏ธ
 
๐Ÿš๐Ÿ“ˆ just got my hands on the new DJI Neo 2 ๐Ÿ“ธ I've been testing it for a week now and I gotta say, the obstacle detection feature is a total game changer ๐Ÿคฏ especially when flying in tight spaces, no more smashing into walls or ceiling fans ๐Ÿ˜…. The camera upgrade to a 12MP sensor has also taken my aerial photos to the next level ๐Ÿ“š. I've been getting so many likes on Instagram ๐Ÿ“ˆ from friends and family. Also, the gesture controls are super intuitive and fun to use ๐ŸŽจ. Have you guys seen any videos of people using it in FPV mode? ๐Ÿค”
 
omg i am SO hyped for the new Neo 2!! ๐Ÿš๐Ÿ’ฅ this drone is literally everything i've been waiting for - the LiDAR sensor is a GAME CHANGER for obstacle detection, and those gesture controls are genius! ๐Ÿ’ซ plus, who doesn't want to capture smooth footage with precision? ๐Ÿ˜Ž and at $250 it's super affordable too. ofc there r still some minor issues like low-light capabilities but honestly i think dji has done an awesome job with this upgrade ๐Ÿคฉ
 
This new Neo 2 drone is getting me hyped ๐Ÿ˜†! I mean, who wouldn't want a drone that can fly around obstacles? It's like having your own little flying sidekick ๐Ÿค–! And with those gesture controls, it's like playing an arcade game up in the air ๐ŸŽฎ. But what I'm most excited about is how this tech could be used to capture some insane footage for social media or YouTube vids. The 12MP camera and f/2.0 iris are gonna give us some serious video quality ๐Ÿ’ฅ. And at $250, it's a steal! DJI really knows their stuff when it comes to making drones that cater to creators and hobbyists alike ๐Ÿ™Œ
 
OMG ๐Ÿคฏ just heard about the new DJI Neo 2 drone & I'm beyond hyped ๐Ÿ’ฅ! The LiDAR sensor is such a game-changer for obstacle detection โ€“ no more crashing into walls or other stuff ๐Ÿ˜…. And that camera upgrade? Insane! 12MP, f/2.0 iris... this thing's gonna be a beast for vids and pics ๐Ÿ“ธ๐ŸŽฅ. Gesture controls are also super cool - I can already imagine capturing sick footage with just my hands waving around ๐Ÿคšโ€โ™‚๏ธ. And the prices? Only $250?! That's like, totally affordable ๐Ÿค‘. Can't wait to get my hands on one ASAP! ๐Ÿ›๏ธ
 
๐Ÿค” I'm kinda surprised they still don't address the whole "drone surveillance" thing ๐Ÿ•ต๏ธโ€โ™‚๏ธ. I mean, we know there's been some controversy around DJI's ties to the Chinese government, and now that they're rolling out features like LiDAR sensors and gesture controls, it's hard not to wonder if they're being used for more than just creative purposes ๐Ÿ˜’.

Still, I gotta admit, this drone sounds like a beast ๐Ÿˆ. That 12MP camera is gonna make some insane video footage, and the "Bicycle Tracking" mode? That's pure FPV gold ๐ŸŽ๏ธ. Plus, at $250, it's still relatively affordable for those looking to get into drone photography or videography.

But let's be real... DJI's got a pretty good thing going on with these drones ๐Ÿ˜. They're gonna keep rolling out new models and features, and we'll just be along for the ride ๐Ÿš€.
 
๐Ÿคฉ Just got my hands on the new DJI Neo 2 and OMG, it's a total game changer! ๐Ÿš€ I've been using it to film some epic FPV shots and the hand gesture controls are so smooth and precise, it's like flying with magic โœจ. The LiDAR sensor is also super useful for navigating tight spaces and avoiding obstacles. The only thing that would take this drone to the next level is better low-light performance ๐Ÿ˜Š. But at $250, I think DJI has struck a perfect balance between quality and affordability ๐Ÿ’ธ. Can't wait to see what kind of sick content creators make with this baby ๐Ÿ“น!
 
Omg I'm so hyped about this new drone!!! ๐Ÿคฉ DJI always pushes the boundaries of tech and creativity! The LiDAR sensor and gesture controls sound insane!! ๐Ÿ˜ฒ I can already imagine the sick vids and pics I'll be taking with this thing! ๐Ÿ“ธ And the price point is super reasonable, like $250 is a steal for all that awesomeness! ๐Ÿ’ธ Can't wait to get my hands on one ASAP! ๐ŸŽ‰
 
OMG I'm literally so hyped about this new drone!!! ๐Ÿคฉ The fact that it has gesture controls makes me wanna capture insane footage right now! ๐Ÿ˜ I can imagine using it to film some epic FPV shots or even just doing a flyby in my backyard with friends. And the 12MP camera is insane - I need to get one ASAP! ๐Ÿ“ธ๐Ÿ’ฅ $250? That's like, totally worth it for all the sick features it has. Can't wait to see what kind of crazy things people are gonna do with this thing...
 
Omg, I'm loving the new features on the DJI Neo 2 ๐Ÿ˜! I mean, who doesn't want to fly around obstacles without crashing into walls ๐Ÿคฆโ€โ™‚๏ธ? The LiDAR sensor is such a game-changer, and it's so cool that they've implemented palm takeoff and voice control โ€“ makes flying so much smoother for beginners ๐Ÿ‘. And the gesture controls? ๐Ÿ’ฅ Who knew flying a drone with hand gestures was a thing?! ๐Ÿคฉ It just makes sense, you know? The price point of $250 is pretty reasonable too, especially considering all the awesome features they've packed in ๐Ÿค‘
 
OMG, I remember when my cousin's dad got his first drone back in 2016 and it was literally so cool ๐Ÿคฉ! Now, with the Neo 2, DJI has taken it to a whole new level ๐Ÿ’ฅ. The LiDAR sensor is like something out of a sci-fi movie ๐Ÿ˜ฒ and that gesture control feature? Mind-blowing! I mean, who needs a remote when you can just wave your hands around like a magic wand ๐ŸŽฉ. And the 12MP camera on the Neo 2 is insane ๐Ÿ”ฅ, I'm sure it's gonna be a game-changer for social media influencers and whatnot. The only thing that's kinda bumming me out is that low-light capabilities are still lacking ๐Ÿ˜. But overall, I'm super hyped for this new drone! $250 is a pretty sweet price tag too ๐Ÿ’ธ. Bring on the FPV flying adventures ๐ŸŽฅ!
 
Wow ๐Ÿคฉ๐ŸŽ‰, I'm loving the new LiDAR sensor on the Neo 2! It's like having eyes on the drone ๐Ÿ•ถ๏ธ, allows for so much more control when flying in tight spaces. And that gesture control feature is insane ๐Ÿ’ฅ, it's like flying a plane with magic hands โœจ! The video quality looks super sharp and color-accurate ๐Ÿ“ธ, can't wait to see what creators do with this thing. Only minor gripes about low-light capabilities tho ๐Ÿค”, but overall, DJI has killed the game again ๐Ÿ˜Ž
 
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