Tillie Doyle
Mavic drones have a built-in panorama feature that can be used to capture 360-degree views. However, some users find the built-in pano feature underwhelming and prefer to shoot panoramas manually, using the 3x or 7x lens option for better results. The manual process involves shooting a vertical set of photos, typically three or more, in the same direction while only changing the tilt before yawing. This allows for more control over the final image, especially when combined with post-processing software like Lightroom or Photoshop. While the built-in feature offers convenience, manual shooting and stitching can provide a higher-resolution panorama with less distortion and better tonality.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Camera | The main camera can be used to determine the direction of the gimbal. |
| Gimbal | The gimbal can be turned down to capture a view of the subject. |
| Shooting | Users can shoot 3D pano photos with the Mavic Zoom 2 and DJI Smart Controller. |
| Photo Modes | Photo modes may not be shown in the list of options. |
| Firmware | Updating the firmware may introduce critical bugs. |
| Stitching | Stitching can be done manually in Lightroom or Photoshop for better results. |
| Resolution | The resolution of pano photos on the Mini 2 is low. |
| Processing Time | A higher resolution leads to a longer processing time. |
| Distortion | Using a 3x or 7x lens can help flatten out the distortion. |
| Exposure | Bracketing exposures can make images look better. |
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What You'll Learn
Using the built-in Mavic Pano feature
The built-in Mavic Pano feature is a convenient way to capture panoramic images with your drone. While the results may not always be perfect, it is a quick and easy way to get started with drone photography. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to use the Mavic Pano feature and some tips to improve your results:
- Familiarise yourself with the basics: Before you begin, understand that the Mavic Pano feature will always start the panorama at 0 degrees pitch and then pan left to right for 180 degrees (or the specified pano field of view). This is true for the Mini 3 Pro and possibly the Mavic 3 Pro. However, with the Air 2, you can centre the pano based on the camera's starting direction.
- Plan your shot: Consider what you want to capture and frame your shot accordingly. For example, if you want to capture a complete picture of a lake, you may need to adjust your drone's height and gimbal direction to ensure the entire lake is within the frame.
- Use the appropriate lens: The choice of lens will depend on your specific drone model and the type of shot you want to achieve. For instance, the 70mm lens on the Mavic 3 Pro is recommended for certain scenarios, while the 3x or 7x lens can help reduce distortion.
- Shoot in manual mode: While the built-in pano feature is convenient, you may get better results by shooting your pano manually. This gives you more control over the framing and overlap of your images, allowing you to create the composition you desire.
- Post-processing: The built-in pano feature often requires additional post-processing to enhance the image. You can use software like Lightroom, Photoshop, or Microsoft Image Composite Editor (ICE) to stitch the images together, adjust tonality, and reduce distortion.
- Keep original files: Always keep the original image files so that you can re-stitch them if needed. This will give you the flexibility to experiment with different stitching methods and software to achieve the best results.
- Bracket your exposures: When shooting manually, consider bracketing your exposures by selecting AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing) in photo mode. This will help you capture a range of lighting conditions and improve the final image's dynamic range.
- Understand the limitations: The built-in Mavic Pano feature may not always meet your expectations, especially if you have specific requirements or are an experienced panoramic photographer. In such cases, you may need to explore third-party software or upgrade your drone model to access more advanced features.
Remember to refer to your drone's user manual for specific instructions related to your model and always follow safe flying practices when capturing panoramic images.
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Shooting Mavic Pano manually
Shooting a panorama manually with a Mavic drone requires more post-processing but yields a much more detailed image with less distortion and better tonality. The end result is also of higher resolution and can be printed much larger.
To shoot a Mavic pano manually, you will need to shoot in brackets, using either a 3x or 7x lens if you have one. This will help flatten out the distortion by adding deeper distance compression with the telephoto lens, and higher resolution is a side effect of needing more pictures to cover the same view.
You will be shooting from one end of the panorama to the other in a zig-zag pattern, choosing whichever side you want to start from. It is important to shoot a vertical set of three photos looking in the same direction and only changing the tilt before yawing. You can do a set of four or five as well, but depending on what's in your foreground, this may introduce distortion. You can use the gimbal degree indicator as a guide. You will need one shot in each vertical set to be at 0°, and this photo should be in the middle of your set. You can start a vertical set from the top or the bottom, and if you're using the grid lines and starting with the top of a vertical set, you can tilt up until you've put the lower third grid at the horizon, take a bracketed exposure, recenter the gimbal to 0° and take another, then tilt down until the upper third grid is at the horizon.
Once you've shot a vertical set, keep the tilt where it was for your last shot, and then rotate your drone a third of the way through your frame. So, if you started shooting at the left end of your pano, find something easily recognisable that is on the right gridline in your frame and pan the drone until that landmark is on the left gridline.
Now you'll shoot another vertical set, but this time in the reverse order, so if you started your first set shooting sky, horizon, ground, your next set will be ground, horizon, sky. Repeat this zig-zag pattern until you've covered as much of the landscape as you want to include. You can do a full 360 degrees, but at that point, your final resolution will be very low, and your aspect ratio will be something like 1:40, making it very hard to display. However, you can always crop out the best sections.
Post-processing can be done in Lightroom or Photoshop, and some software is capable of blending HDR images and merging the panorama together.
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Editing Mavic Pano photos in Lightroom
Selecting the Images
Firstly, you'll need to select the source images that you want to use for your panorama. Make sure these images are either standard exposure photos or multiple exposure-bracketed photos with consistent exposure offsets.
Merging the Images
Once you have your images selected, you can merge them into a panorama using Lightroom Classic. Go to Photo > Photo Merge > Panorama or use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl (Win) / Control (Mac) + M to initiate the merge. Lightroom will automatically stitch the images together to create a single panoramic image.
Creating a Stack
After the images are merged, you can group them into a stack to keep your project organized. In Lightroom Classic, select the "Create Stack" option to group the source images and the panorama together. The merged panorama will be displayed at the top of the stack.
Editing the Panorama
With your panorama created, you can now apply edits and adjustments using Lightroom's tools. Adjust exposure, contrast, colours, and other settings to enhance your panoramic image. Play around with the various editing options to achieve the desired look for your Mavic Pano photos.
Saving and Exporting
Once you're happy with your edits, save your work and export the final panorama. You can now use your edited Mavic Pano photos for printing, sharing on social media, or any other purpose you desire.
Remember that Lightroom may have limitations when working with 360-degree panoramas, and you might need additional software to achieve the desired results. Experiment with different tools and techniques to find the best workflow for editing Mavic Pano photos in Lightroom.
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Editing Mavic Pano photos in Photoshop
To edit Mavic Pano photos in Photoshop, you can follow these steps:
Firstly, open all the photos you want to stitch together in Photoshop. It is recommended that the images overlap by approximately 40%. If the overlap is less than 15%, Photoshop may not be able to assemble the panorama automatically. However, ensure that the images do not overlap by 70% or more, or Photoshop may struggle to blend them.
Next, go to File > Automate > Photomerge. Click Browse and select your images. You can use the "auto" layout setting and keep "Blend images together" selected. Click OK, and Photoshop will combine the photographs into one continuous image.
Once you have stitched the images together, you can use the Spherical Panorama command to wrap the panorama. You can also edit layer masks or add adjustment layers to fine-tune different areas of the panorama. If there are empty areas around the image borders, you can use a content-aware fill to replace them.
Additionally, you can add a ""tiny planet" effect by opening the raw stitched panorama and adding the JPEG pano with 50% opacity. Line up the raw image with the JPEG, and apply the polar coordinates filter to create the "tiny planet" effect.
Remember to shoot your photos in RAW format so that you can correct any white balance issues before merging them in Photoshop. It is also recommended to use manual settings for exposure to maintain consistent lighting across your images.
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Fixing missing Mavic Pano photo options
If you are facing issues with your DJI Mavic drone's photo modes not working or showing up, there are a few troubleshooting steps you can try.
Firstly, check if your SD card is in a format compatible with the drone. Ensure that it has enough space and consider formatting it if necessary.
Next, update your DJI Mavic 2 Zoom with the DJI Smart Controller instructions. You can also try connecting your controller via a USB cable and using the DJI Assistant 2 for Mavic app, although this method may not work with certain operating systems.
Additionally, you can try using a third-party app like Litchi, which has been reported to offer Pano mode for the Mavic Pro.
If you are experiencing issues with stitching multiple images together, you may want to try using Microsoft Image Composite Editor (ICE) or other photo editing software like Photoshop or Lightroom to manually stitch the images and create your desired panorama.
By following these steps, you may be able to resolve the issue of missing Mavic Pano photo options and utilise the panorama feature effectively.
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Frequently asked questions
You can watch Mavic Pano photos by uploading them to your device and viewing them there.
You can use a PC, MacOS, or Android device to view Mavic Pano photos.
Yes, you can edit Mavic Pano photos using software such as Lightroom, Photoshop, or Microsoft Image Composite Editor (ICE).
To improve the quality of your Mavic Pano photos, consider using the 3x or 7x lens option, shooting manually, and bracketing your exposures to reduce distortion and improve tonality.
