Agreed and my current Inspire 1 X5 quality is also good. I am not trying to match that, I am looking for a sub 2kg unit so I supose I am comparing the H+ to the Phantom 4. The main advantage seems to be the 6 rotors over 4 for redundancy, camera basic specs seem to be simillar as a 1" sensor @ 20mp but the H+ seems to be missing some functionality with bracketed exposures and there does not seem to be third party apps available like Dronepan etc. I am probably just a cautious buyer and want to make sure I am basing my decision correctly and I value the opinions of thouse who actually know
All great comments.... many things to consider.
I use multiple brands, all have their strengths.
As an alternate tangent: You mentioned a smaller platform, and also indicated an X5. There is a large difference in the X5 and X5R, not just the ability to capture RAW video but the sensor appears to provide much better range for stills too. The X5 & X5R are MFT with many lens options to provide wider F stop, FOV, lens power, or a few zoom lenses. The RAW ability for the video is hard to match, but it's a pricey upgrade and it's proprietary SSD on-board cards are also pricey. Both are available much less on various sites (Adorama) with the I2 X5S now common. The licenses for CinemaDNG and Apple ProRes are included in the X5R where the I2 X5S requires additional license purchases & keys to fully utilize the RAW CineCore.
If you're comfortable with the I1v2, comfortable with the 3rd party autonomous apps and RC & Software camera controls. The need for an I2 or H Plus with new sensors wouldn't be a strong need if you're succeeding with the bare essentials platform of the I1v2. I'd consider adding to the I1 capabilities with lenses & cameras.
A few short IMO comments on the sited differences:
The Hex vs Quad debate... I'll state and then (knock on wood) next week have an occurrence... LOL!
I've not experienced a motor failure on I1's, not wittnessed one with a professional pilot... not that they won't happen... just not experienced. With all the I1's on cinema sets with crew, casts and other hardware below; and the number of I1's in multiple service roles it's not been a major concern. On site or on-set insurance policies don't place higher risk on quads, it's basically the value of package and camera & lenses. Newer Professional products across the spectrum contain multiple failsafe redundant circuits to the motors, indicating most failures are circuits not the motors. Doesn't dismiss it, just not one of my major concerns.
Support: Phone support "is" Yuneec and they are KING! I personally haven't had the best of luck with Yuneec service, but that was a H920 & Camera, Discontinued... although newer than the Inspire 1 series. Phone support for DJI; Practically doesn't exist unless you have the Vendor channel, but as with Yuneec, there are outstanding Vendors to assist. Chat sessions, I've had great success with DJI. They are quick and informative... need the correct URL's. Sending a DJI unit in for repair used to be a black hole; the repair process over the last 12-18months has improved dramatically, excellent tracking of progress, good turn-around (3-5 days), and added an easy to navigate online listing of most of the hardware & cost to replace/repair for all products. That's pretty good when you compare the volume of repairs. A few recent examples: I've picked up a few DJI Z3's that were INOP, sent in for Repair wrapped in bubble wrap and basically received a new camera in a new case both under $100 each, one was 4 days, the other 5 days... all shipping both ways paid by DJI. Ebay purchase 2nd hand, Out of warranty CrystalSky Ultra failed & repaired no cost in 4 days.
If you're wanting a new platform & camera to experience, I'd say get the Yuneec. I enjoy multiple brands, they have their differences. Knowing multiple platforms I personally think is a positive. The flight characteristics are different, something to learn and adjust. The GPS behavior is different, I lean toward the DJI. The batteries are huge difference, I fail to see why DJI batteries carry their price, and the Yuneec batteries are so much easier to service if needed. For the trail & small portability, to me requires a small foldable package, that might compromise your photographic needs.