SAVE 10%: As of Aug. 19, you can get the DJI Mini 4K for $269, down from $299, at Amazon. That's a 10% discount, or $30 in savings.

If you've been wanting to take your photography to the skies without dropping a grand (or dealing with FAA registration), the DJI Mini 4K is an affordable entry-level option.

As of Aug. 19, you can get the DJI Mini 4K for $269, down from $299, at Amazon. That's a 10% discount, or $30 in savings.

The DJI Mini 4K weighs less than 249 grams, so you can bypass the FAA registration and Remote ID sign-up process as long as you're using it recreationally. You'll also get a crystal-clear 4K UHD video stabilized by a 3-axis gimbal, Level 5 wind resistance, up to 10km of HD video transmission, and 31 minutes of flight time.

Bonus: It offers convenient features for newbie pilots, like GPS Return to Home, one-tap takeoff and landing, and automated "QuickShots" (like Helix, Dronie, and Boomerang) that capture cinematic aerial footage with just a couple of taps.

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