This DJI Mini 5 Pro drone usually costs $1,599 — save $500 this weekend

SAVE $500: As of Sept. 25, the flagship DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo (with the RC 2 smart controller and three batteries) is down to $1,099 at Amazon. That’s $500 off its usual $1,599 price. $1,099 at Amazon $1,599 Save $500 Amazon just quietly dropped a stellar deal on one of the most capable compact drones on the market. The DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo, which comes loaded with the smart controller, three batteries, and extra gear, is currently listed for $1,099.While Amazon isn't tagging it with a bright red sale badge, this high-end Fly More setup typically sits closer to the $1,599 mark. Getting the complete kit for a little over £1,000 is a huge win if you want pro-level aerial footage without dropping your entire budget.Most lightweight mini drones give up image quality to save weight, but the Mini 5 Pro squeezes a massive 1-inch CMOS sensor into a lightweight frame. So it pulls in more light and detail than older mini drones. You get sharp 4K video at 60 fps in HDR (plus buttery 120 fps slow-mo), so your shots won't look washed out or grainy.If you post on TikTok or Instagram Reels, the camera gimbal rotates a full 225 degrees for true vertical video. And if you leave your memory card sitting on your desk at home, the 42GB of built-in storage has you covered. Flying a thousand-dollar camera straight into a tree is every pilot's worst nightmare. The Mini 5 Pro fixes this with 360-degree obstacle sensing, powered by forward-facing LiDAR and vision sensors. That means the drone actively spots power lines, branches, and buildings — even in low light — and steers itself around them automatically. Mashable Deals By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. You also get upgraded ActiveTrack 360°. Just draw a box around yourself, a bike, or a car on your screen, and the drone will lock onto the target and follow the action on its own while keeping a safe distance from trees and other obstacles.Lock in the DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo for $1,099 while the listing is live on Amazon.