The DJI site enables side-by-side line-by-line comparisons of all the stats and features for up to three (I think) models. That's what sold me on the P3S.
First and foremost, determine your immediate application and potential future applications. Don't get caught up in technology you're never going to need or use. Sure, you can turn off the 4K but why pay for it if you're never going to need it. As to streaming quality, I don't see that it's crucial to enjoying this hobby. I have a really good image on my app and there's no picture break-up or anything like that, Here again, I don't fly out more than line of sight or about 600 feet so my wi-fi connection works great. It will go at least a half-mile if I let it, but no thanks. If you want to send it out long-distance, then lightbridge is the way to go.
Lastly, consider re-sale value. Not everyone is cut-out for this hobby. Just look at all of the used offers out there claiming low hours. It's not for everyone because it can be nerve wracking!
As to new or used, go on to YouTube and look at all the people doing self-repairs, especially on the gimbal. I would never risk purchasing something that has been salvaged from a water landing or hit a tree.
The other thing I forgot to account for was a decent phone or tablet. I had to purchase an 8" tablet to really see anything. The image on my phone was just too small especially if you need to read distance, height, satellites, etc. Add $179 - $249 for a decent android tablet.
First and foremost, determine your immediate application and potential future applications. Don't get caught up in technology you're never going to need or use. Sure, you can turn off the 4K but why pay for it if you're never going to need it. As to streaming quality, I don't see that it's crucial to enjoying this hobby. I have a really good image on my app and there's no picture break-up or anything like that, Here again, I don't fly out more than line of sight or about 600 feet so my wi-fi connection works great. It will go at least a half-mile if I let it, but no thanks. If you want to send it out long-distance, then lightbridge is the way to go.
Lastly, consider re-sale value. Not everyone is cut-out for this hobby. Just look at all of the used offers out there claiming low hours. It's not for everyone because it can be nerve wracking!
As to new or used, go on to YouTube and look at all the people doing self-repairs, especially on the gimbal. I would never risk purchasing something that has been salvaged from a water landing or hit a tree.
The other thing I forgot to account for was a decent phone or tablet. I had to purchase an 8" tablet to really see anything. The image on my phone was just too small especially if you need to read distance, height, satellites, etc. Add $179 - $249 for a decent android tablet.