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Original eBay 20% off selected stores deal post

These are the newer ones that are somewhere between the original Standard and the Advanced. i.e. they have the Vision positioning of the advanced but still have the wifi video downlink of the standard.

There is a small comparison chart on the DJI website:

http://store.dji.com/product/phantom3-4k

4K Video / 12 Megapixel Camera
Wi-Fi Video Downlink
Maximum Transmission Distance of 0.75mi (1.2km)
Easy to Fly, Intelligent Flight System
3-Axis Stabilization Gimbal
Dedicated Remote Controller
GPS & Vision Positioning System
Fly up to 25 Minutes on a Single Charge
DJI GO App

Kogan state these are 'Australian Stock' and that they are an authorised dealer.

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  • jimmynewts on 01/06/2016 - 13:18
    +2

    As OP said - these do not have the lightbridge technology. I would advocate that you purchase the advanced or pro models over this for increased travel distances.

    • chudson on 01/06/2016 - 15:13
      +2

      You're only allowed to fly them line of site anyway. :)

      • This Void on 01/06/2016 - 17:33

        That's still a couple of hundred kays in the Gibson…

    • OzSikh on 02/06/2016 - 19:19

      What is lightbridge technology??

  • garvani on 01/06/2016 - 13:18
    +3

    Damn! Very tempted but without lightbridge its a no go. Great price though!

    • Pobman on 01/06/2016 - 13:19
      +3

      Yes I have passed on it too… but had to post it still at that price.

    • OzSikh on 02/06/2016 - 19:19

      What is lightbridge ?

      • garvani on 02/06/2016 - 20:18
        +1

        Lightbridge allows you to fly the drone a good ~4km.. where as the tech in this one limits it to ~1km

      • odgaf on 03/06/2016 - 06:48
        +2

        lightbridge is a digital connection to your drone/controller, it streams video from the drone to your tablet in hd with zero interference or dropouts and doesnt need line of sight, it records your feed straight to your tablet in high quality, you dont need to retrieve the memory card from the drone the recording quality to tablet is so high

        the drones without lightbridge just use wifi standard definition, which is patchy and breaks up the further the drone flies from controller, it requires line of sight to work well

  • YellowKnight on 01/06/2016 - 13:21

    Can someone explain what no lightbridge means? Does it come with a remote and can I view it using my Android phone?

    • superroach on 01/06/2016 - 13:27

      Lightbridge is a proprietary digital transmission that gives you 720p Like video signal. It uses a bunch of tricks to boost the range, with less dropouts and more framerate than a clunky wifi.

      You can use an app to view the wifi video (and even stream it to periscope!), but it's a bit laggy and shouldn't ever be used if you are flying reasonably close to anything.

      Good price tbh.

      • YellowKnight on 01/06/2016 - 13:50

        Thanks for that. Will the standard be sufficient for general filming say in the outback?

        Can lightbridge be installed in the future? And does this come with a remote?

        • hivboy1 on 01/06/2016 - 14:11
          +1

          Well as my experience with the p3 standard, around sydney the range is about 600 meters then it lose the signal and come back home. And with my new P3 advanced with lightbridge it bootst to 1.4 km and lose the signal, remind you this is in busy area but if in the city maybe shorter and if it in outback and clear area it will more range for both p3 with and without light-bridge. I fpund some way to boost the signal of both p3 but have to order from US and mod your controller with some solder skill.

        • hivboy1 on 01/06/2016 - 14:13

          @hivboy1: ah for lightbridge you cant install it in future because it need both remote and the drone as I can see.

  • davohatcher on 01/06/2016 - 13:26
    +2

    Cant decide if i should just wait and buy the Xiaomi Drone 4K..

    • superroach on 01/06/2016 - 13:28

      the Xiaomi drone won't have the fleet of sensors and integration that this will. This would be more "beginner friendly", while I bet the xiaomi one will probably be a diy'er/hackers dream to modify and tweak.

    • andy19363 on 01/06/2016 - 13:42
      +3

      I'm the same about the mi drone….. looks very good
      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9T9URqd6hg

      I also wonder if, down the track, as the camera is removeable, if xiaomi might produce a handle to make something similar to the osmo?

      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=diZNWXE-yqU

      • davohatcher on 01/06/2016 - 13:56
        +1

        I think i might wait for the Mi Drone 4K, might as-well keep going with my Xiaomi collection already using a Xiaomi Phone, Xiaomi Yi Camera, Xiaomi Power Bank, Headphones list goes on… the quality and style is great for the price.

    • andy19363 on 01/06/2016 - 13:53
      +3

      I also wonder if DJI will do some significant 'pre-mi drone' discounting, to tempt those of us who are waiting for the mi….

    • YellowKnight on 01/06/2016 - 13:55

      I would say after the currency conversion the price would come close.

    • tm001 on 03/06/2016 - 16:36
      +1

      Depends how you want to use it. It will be Xiaomi ver 1.00, so you can expect some teething problems. Here you are buying ver 3.5 and there were some problems with DJI before. I like Xiaomi too, have few of their products, but as I said, would probably wait for ver 2 :-)
      Great price for the DJI 3 with 4k camera, I personally don't have a need for the lightbridge, so thumbs up from me :-)

      • YellowKnight on 03/06/2016 - 17:03

        Me too. Also sometimes with version 2 there is a price jump. So for the Xiaomi Yi action camera it came in around $100 whereas the new version is coming up at around $350 for presales (without a case). Which is the price of a Hero 4 Silver on sale (with under water housing)

  • BuyoTheCat on 01/06/2016 - 13:41

    This is similar to the Phantom 3 Standard with a 4K camera. It is not quite the same as a Phantom 3 Professional

    • Pobman on 01/06/2016 - 13:42

      As mentioned its a bit between the standard and the advanced.. has a few features of each.

    • Marky66 on 01/06/2016 - 13:47
      +2

      I bought the Phantom 3 std a few mths ago thru valuebasket when they had $100 off.

      Hard to keep line of sight when 400+ metres away, I've kept the max altitude at 120 metres. Also hard to see the video output on the smart phone app when in full light.

      The Phantom 3 std exceeds my current needs.

      • andy19363 on 01/06/2016 - 13:54

        so you would recommend?

        • Marky66 on 01/06/2016 - 14:11
          +3

          I'm happy with the Phantom 3 standard. I guess it depends on your budget and what you can justify.

          The additional features of the pro exceed my needs (and CASA's regulations).

          You'll also need to budget for an additional battery.

        • YellowKnight on 01/06/2016 - 14:40

          @Marky66: Would you really need an extra battery?

        • Marky66 on 01/06/2016 - 14:46
          +3

          @YellowKnight:
          As you generally spend some time to drive to a location, make the most by having a 2nd battery

  • Regie69 on 01/06/2016 - 14:19

    Op has copied and pasted specs which is fine but whats the real flying time?
    25 mins seems a bit of a stretch or would this be with camera off etc.

  • dalealford on 01/06/2016 - 14:22
    +4

    I have a 4K too.
    As Mark said, CASA regulations mean you cannot take the drone out of line of sight.

    I have been yet to exceed the flight limit and take it out of range ( although I have had the first person view drop out in high wind ).

    The 4K has so far exceeded all my expectations.

    If I had the extra money, yes I would buy the Pro ( just because ), but I didn't .

    The 4K video I have downloaded has been excellent !!!!

    • YellowKnight on 01/06/2016 - 14:41

      All the videos I see seem to be out of line of sight.

  • dalealford on 01/06/2016 - 14:24
    +2

    20 minutes 'ish, depending on wind etc .

    My thoughts would be save the money you would spend on the Pro, use it to buy more GENUINE batteries, and a 12V charger/power supply :)

    • YellowKnight on 01/06/2016 - 14:39

      I didn't realize how expensive the batteries were.

  • strat on 01/06/2016 - 15:02
    +1

    I get around 18-20min-ish with my Phantom 3 pro but still leave the battery around 25-30% and don't completely drain it if you want it to last.. they are not cheap.

    A simple mod which cost about $10 is to buy windsurfers which will help increase range.. forget about those pricey controller mods if you will be doing it on the standard.

    My max distance is about 3km-ish so far (stock) without the windsurfers/mods.. Yet to test range properly.

    At least 2 batteries is a must.

    I have 3 now and could do with another 2 but the are pricey.

    I have these http://www.dx.com/p/antenna-signal-amplifier-range-booster-f…

    If it was me, i would go for the advance for another $320.

  • sirs2k on 01/06/2016 - 15:08

    Meh, just got 2 p3 professionals (business related) on latest firmware and I can't seem to pass 200m altitude! What a joke!

    I haven't tried distance but altitude is very important to me and 200m is nothing

    Should've bought 4k version instead

    By the way, negotiated with DWI and got the pro for $1300 one week ago. Grey import though

    Anybody know if the 32 channel hack will void warranty?

    • strat on 01/06/2016 - 15:13

      Probably not, its a easy hack.

      But you shouldn't be going anywhere near 200m

      How have you got the antennas pointed?

      • sirs2k on 01/06/2016 - 15:21

        Horizontal. The way it should be if the drone is above you.

        Can you reverse or undo the 32 channel hack?

        • strat on 01/06/2016 - 15:43

          Yes, just delete the file and change region/language settings.

          Litchi also another great app which i don't use as often as im happy with the GO App.

        • sirs2k on 01/06/2016 - 16:28

          @strat:

          Which region/language settings?

        • strat on 02/06/2016 - 14:19

          @sirs2k:

          Tablet language settings.

          You using iOS or android?

        • sirs2k on 02/06/2016 - 20:08

          @strat:

          Using my phone which is Android

    • mattson on 01/06/2016 - 15:27

      I haven't used the DJI app - I use Litchi only with my P3P and under transmission settings, it has the all 32 channels listed by default and setting to auto skips around them to the best one without any problem, between that and my windsurfer, I maintain full bars up at least 600m out (I can still see it fine out there with bright purple stripes on the front arms) - but that's as far as I've pushed it… probably would go further easily.

      As for the height restrictions, if I remember my youtube adventures, as you approach the ceiling height, you press and hold the home button for 2 seconds and then continue up (may or may not be correct, have a look there are a dozen videos for getting around this) - not that I advocate it, unless without appropriate approvals from the powers that be :P :P

      • sirs2k on 01/06/2016 - 15:59

        Transmission settings? I don't have that in my litchi app.

        Do you have to log in?

        I've been trying the orbit and follow modes, disappointing as it's not accurate because it depends on the GPS of the phone which isn't very accurate.
        Even when I pin point a location on satellite view it's not accurate.
        I'm talking about a 3m altitude here, of course if higher then there's more room for error

    • dalealford on 01/06/2016 - 15:31

      But 4K version doesnt have Lightbridge, has less range ?

      I couldn't bring myself to spend the extra on the Pro over the 4K, given I started out only looking at the standard, the 4K was a price hike ( and I was trying to keep the wife from going postal )

      I thought about the advanced for the same money as the 4k when I bought, so I would have Lightbridge, but in the tossup higher video quality ended up winning .

      • sirs2k on 01/06/2016 - 16:04

        No 4k only has Wifi stream but with a 4k camera
        It all depends on how far and what you're using it for.

        Research about the different models

        • dalealford on 01/06/2016 - 16:36

          I know…

          I was asking because you said you should have bought the 4K version instead

          Your two Pro versions have Lightbridge, so I wondered what you meant….

          Were you meaning you should have bought a DJI 4 , with it's greater again range than the DJI 3 Professional ??

        • sirs2k on 01/06/2016 - 16:46

          @dalealford:

          Sorry I miss understood, yeah I meant for the range problems I'm having with the pro's I should've saved my money and bought 4k version.

          Do what I use them for doesn't require much range but thought of video transmission quality when I picked the pros

    • silvertone on 01/06/2016 - 23:17

      Not trying to be a smart arse, but how are you getting round CASA's 400ft altitude limit? Saying "200m is nothing" seems pretty cavalier?

  • Symbiotic on 01/06/2016 - 15:39
    +1

    Does anyone know if goods shipped from Kogan AU eBay (listing say Melbourne stock with local warranty) come with a GST invoice + an ABN to claim TRS?

    • dalealford on 01/06/2016 - 16:39
      +2

      YES, I got an invoice that has an ABN for Kogan Australia in the top right hand corner.
      It lists the price breakdown including GST

  • YellowKnight on 01/06/2016 - 18:49

    Would't it be better to get the Phantom 3 2.7K Advanced for $1,399?

  • YellowKnight on 02/06/2016 - 10:30
    +2

    Just bit the bullet and got one. Can't wait, but also can't believe delivery will take so long. 17-24 June? That's two to three weeks delivery from Melbourne.

    • Pobman on 02/06/2016 - 10:45

      Might not be coming from there… or might be just to cover themselves. In one of the last sales I ordered a Wii U from one of the big chains and that said 3 weeks, but it was here in 2 days.

      • YellowKnight on 02/06/2016 - 10:51

        What chain was that? I have just read that Kogan sources most of their stuff from Hong Kong. Funny since they claim they are an authorised dealer for DJI.

        • Pobman on 02/06/2016 - 10:57

          Big W or Target from memory.

          Kogan do bring a lot of stuff in from overseas, no GST etc… but somebody already said that these Kogan Australia things come with a GST receipt, and they do say its official Australian stock… so have to wait and see.

        • Symbiotic on 02/06/2016 - 11:41

          @Pobman: yeah I have it in writing from Kogan AU eBay that they will be an ABN on the receipt, the price includes GST, and it's local stock, which ties in with what dalealford was saying

        • YellowKnight on 02/06/2016 - 14:46

          @Symbiotic: If it's genuine stock I hope it gets delivered faster than 2-3 weeks.

  • Symbiotic on 02/06/2016 - 11:49

    Pulled the pin and bought one + a spare battery. I fly to the UK in 59 days so the TRS swung it for me. I'm assuming the receipt is going to say $799.20 for the quad and not $999. I'm not going to complain if I can claim back GST from the $999…

    • strat on 02/06/2016 - 14:17
      +1

      what did you pay for the battery?

      Batteries for the P3 were around $170 a few weeks ago.. but seem to have gone back to RRP price.

      • YellowKnight on 02/06/2016 - 14:44

        That is a great price. Was that with Kogan? Normal RRP or some sort of special?

        • strat on 02/06/2016 - 15:09

          Local stock normally around $250 unless you find a sale as kogan had them for $189 on dicksmith website with 10% off dji gear.

      • Symbiotic on 03/06/2016 - 11:07
        +1

        Unfortunately I paid the ludicrous price of $207.20 ($259 - 20% off) for a battery:(
        I did see that they've been cheaper recently elsewhere (on Kogan eBay too), but couldn't find any cheaper online. I figured after the TRS refund it's still an ok deal. If I see them back on special at $170 I'll probably buy a third.

        • YellowKnight on 03/06/2016 - 11:55
          +2

          Not only should you buy a third but you should post it on here so I cam buy one too.

    • YellowKnight on 03/06/2016 - 13:55
      +1

      The receipt will say $999 because the discount is through ebay. So the store still sold if for $999 it is just that ebay paid 20% of it.

      • Symbiotic on 03/06/2016 - 17:53

        Awesome - should be able to claim GST back from $1258 then

    • digitalane on 05/06/2016 - 10:31

      Isn't it pretty bag to take in your hand luggage?

      • YellowKnight on 05/06/2016 - 10:38

        You would have to lug it around everywhere you go until you came back.

      • Symbiotic on 06/06/2016 - 03:35
        +1

        I've checked the dimensions of the case and can easily take it as hand luggage. Will probably just put it in checked luggage, though.

        From the TRS site:

        "you wear or carry the goods (unless they are liquids, gels or aerosols or oversized or bulky goods which the airline require to be checked in) as hand luggage aboard the aircraft or ship as you leave Australia, or check the goods in with your luggage after they have been verified by an officer at a Client Services counter."

        • YellowKnight on 06/06/2016 - 04:57

          I don't know how you would check it in since the TRS is always after customs which is after you have checked everything in already.

        • Symbiotic on 06/06/2016 - 12:13

          @YellowKnight: the client services counter / CBP is before check-in. They can verify what you have vs the receipt and stamp the receipt to validate you're good for TRS

        • digitalane on 06/06/2016 - 18:32
          +1

          @YellowKnight:

          When I flew out of Brisbane in April they said there is now a counter ground side to show things if they won't go in hand luggage….

        • nickxau on 07/06/2016 - 15:37

          Just remember lipo batteries have to be carried in person on the plane and can't be checked in.

  • dalealford on 02/06/2016 - 14:54
    +2

    some images and vids I took up at Elmore ( vic ) at the field day site a few weeks ago.

    beware of the vids on a slow connection or mobile, they are a couple of hundred meg in size

    https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0Bz90kyiyhPwCUi1zck9p…

    Cheers

    Dale

    • nickxau on 07/06/2016 - 16:44

      Nice vid but your Google drive is not doing it any justice as it's compressed your vid. Even though it says HD the vid is still blurry.

  • YellowKnight on 03/06/2016 - 17:04

    Anyone who ordered early received a dispatch email yet?

  • andy19363 on 04/06/2016 - 14:16
    +1

    According to http://www.phantompilots.com/threads/cheap-strong-case-in-au…
    The ToolPro Safe Case fits the phantoms nicely.
    It's already on special, and is part of the click20 promotion (can be picked up in store). Works out at $54.40.
    http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/222101463480

    • strat on 08/06/2016 - 21:51
      +1

      Note on these cases from SCA.. It would be best to go in store and check them personally.

      Mine arrived with a warped bottom (inwards) so trying to fit the phantom 3 pro with the props on kept hitting the top of the case cover.

      I went crazy trying to work out how others are getting it to fit until i found the issue.

      Tried heating with a heat gun and applying pressure but it kept bending back.. I gave up and purchase one of these for $90.

      Can see a picture here

  • jva on 06/06/2016 - 11:05

    Any P3 batteries suggested?

  • YellowKnight on 06/06/2016 - 13:13

    Still no dispatch notice and I ordered this last Wednesday. I was hoping to have it in time for the long weekend.

  • WizardofOzBargain on 08/06/2016 - 16:29
    +2

    Mine just arrived!

    Contacted them regarding a receipt and I received the following reply, contrary to some other Ozbargainer's conversations?

    Kogan Rep: "I see. Yes, usually it will state on the website. Unfortunately, as this is supplied by Kogan HK (Hong Kong) Limited, and as such, GST is not applicable."

    I've escalated as i'll need the GST invoice with ABN to claim TRS.

    • Pobman on 08/06/2016 - 17:00

      That's not very good, it was clearly marked as Australian stock in the description. Should verify with DJI that it is, so all your Australian consumer rights are covered.

      • WizardofOzBargain on 08/06/2016 - 17:08

        Yeah, i've noted this to them and also taken screenshots for evidence incase they change anything.

    • YellowKnight on 08/06/2016 - 19:18

      Did you get any notification that it was coming? Was it new?

      • WizardofOzBargain on 09/06/2016 - 00:23

        It has arrived already, and was tracked from AusPost as originating from Melbourne.

    • strat on 08/06/2016 - 21:38

      How dodgy that.. states in ebay listing its Aussie stock.

      Does the barcode on the box have a AU on it?

      • WizardofOzBargain on 09/06/2016 - 00:25

        No way to tell, however the AC wall charger is Aus, so i'm assuming it is.

      • tm001 on 09/06/2016 - 08:37
        +1

        Yes it does have the AU sticker, but no Invoice supplied to me either.
        I have contacted them and waiting for response.

    • tm001 on 09/06/2016 - 16:46
      +3

      Just a quick update - I have requested an invoice for the "Australian Stock DJI Phantom 3 4k" and I have received it within few hours.
      As stated below - it was not included in the package.
      The good news is - the invioce is for the full $999. That is $90 TRS refund for me!
      Thanks OzBargain! With the cashback $12.49 this beauty cost me $695.89, can't complain about it

  • WizardofOzBargain on 09/06/2016 - 00:37

    Can anyone check if they have gold stickers on top of the middle of the drone? I found it weird how some stickers were already stuck onto mine.

    • strat on 09/06/2016 - 12:30
      +1

      Yes they come fitted and are crappy from factory mine arrived half off.. They keep peeling.

      It's a known problem.

      • WizardofOzBargain on 09/06/2016 - 14:20

        Are yours on the arms of the drone?

        I have those which I assumed was fine, but also have some weird extra diagonal ones like this: http://imgur.com/0OAFsPn

        • strat on 09/06/2016 - 14:30

          What the hell??

          No that is not normal.

          Were you prompted to activate the drone once first connected to it with DJI Go App?

          Should be like this http://goo.gl/I6hiL5

        • YellowKnight on 09/06/2016 - 15:24

          What the hell? I hope I don't get home today all excited and open it to find that. I don't think it's meant to have that stuff on it.

        • nickxau on 09/06/2016 - 16:08

          LoL!!! Sorry but I couldn't help myself when I saw those stickers dodgily stuck to the middle!

          Jokes aside, it looks like someone probably stuck your spare stickers onto the middle. You should have a sticker pack similar to this in amongst your goodies box.

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