Whether it's worth it now, I'll leave up to you. Almost every geological object comes with a crystal attached. Those can give any grade of material found on the planet, regardless of shape. The drop table seems to represent the planetary composition. This means farming g4 materials isn't very efficient. High volcanic activity and a planetary composition that aligns with material trader categories will increase the output of materials you are looking for.
Personally I am using a Sidewinder with a mining laser to pop crystals loose and collect them. It's agile and small enough to get between the rocks. Nothing more sad than a high grade material you can't pick up. Depending on the terrain, the SRV may do well enough, too, so you might want to bring one along. I'm just happy I can use my planetary mining Sidewinder again.
Personally I am using a Sidewinder with a mining laser to pop crystals loose and collect them. It's agile and small enough to get between the rocks. Nothing more sad than a high grade material you can't pick up. Depending on the terrain, the SRV may do well enough, too, so you might want to bring one along. I'm just happy I can use my planetary mining Sidewinder again.
