When you are first looking at buying a drone it can be confusing when comparing a load of different models. Quite often you will come across drones that come with a fixed camera. That means that they come with a camera preinstalled that is not able to be removed or changed. You’ll have to select a drone based on the camera as much as the flight characteristics. When you get into the higher end brands drones have cameras that are replaceable and then you can be much pickier about the quality and hardware. In this article we are going to go through everything you need to know about drones and if they come with a camera.
What is drone as a service? [A complete guide]
Over the past few years, we’ve grown used to drones being part of everyday life. Whether or not you know it drones are being used in warfare every single day to protect human lives. But the use of drones in civilian life is only just becoming more researched and accepted. You may have seen loads of examples of drones policing the skies during protests, drones delivering packages, drones inspecting wind turbines, and other important infrastructure. But who owns all of these drones, who maintains them, and who is going to charge all of those batteries? This is where drone is a service comes in. But what is drone as a service?
Will drone prices drop? [buy now or later?]
When you are looking to buy a drone it is very common to see drones that are US$1000 +. Therefore it can be very tempting to think about waiting just in case drone prices drop. But is that a reality or is that just wishful thinking? In this article we will look at the reasons why some drone prices will drop and if you can expect a significant decrease in the average drone price in the coming years. So, will drone prices drop? Let’s have a look at what the data and market says.
How much should I spend on a drone? [3 insider options]
The amount of money that you should spend on a drone depends on a huge variety of factors. Whenever I asked this question to other drone enthusiasts you in the typical answer is “how long is a piece of string?” But that isn’t always the most useful answer. In this article, we are going to go over all of the important questions that you should ask yourself before buying a drone. We are also going to cover the sort of technology that you can expect to get in each of the four categories that I have identified: toy drones, intermediate, advanced, and expert level drones. After reading this article you should have a full understanding of what exactly each level of drone technology costs and what you can expect to get for that money. How much should I spend on a drone? Read on…
Should I buy a drone or a camera? 7 considerations
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Best drone for exploring [with data and options for everyone]
One of the best reasons for buying a drone is that it gives you the ability to explore an area like never before. Soaring high above the ground allows you to get a birds eye view of your immediate area and far off into the distance. One of the great things about drone is that if you spot something in the distance you can quickly zoom over to it to explore it in more detail. One of the issues is that the flight time and Max speed will limit how far you can get before you need to return and land safely. Another important consideration is the remote control controllable range. Here, we will be going through the best drones for exploring and comparing the stats and figures on what I think of the most important metrics for a drone that is used primarily for exploring. I will also include what I think is the best drone for exploring.
How can I get better at flying a drone?
When you first pick up a drone it is surprisingly easy to get started on flying. Modern day commercial drones have a range of sensors that make it easier than ever to get flying within minutes of receiving your drone. The issue is that after a while your flight experience and enjoyment correlates directly with how skilled you are with your drone. I have found that as I have been learning more techniques and practising the skills required to fly smoothly and safely the enjoyment of my flight has increased dramatically. Here, I will show you everything you need to know and be conscious of two get better at flying a drone. How can I get better at flying a drone? I will show you how – It’s simpler than you think.
How can I make my drone quieter? The ultimate guide to quiet drones.
If you’ve ever been around a drone or near a drone while it is being flown you will notice that it is actually quite loud. The sound the drone produces can be anywhere from a low continuous noise to a high pitched frequency that resembles a swarm of bees. As a drone pilot, you often try to minimise your effect on the environment and people in close proximity to the drone. There is a little bit of the stigma about drone pilots being obnoxious and I certainly hate being part of that issue. So, the question is: how can I make my drone quieter? There is no one answer and it depends on a range of factors. However, in this article we were going to go over all of the reasons why drones are noisy and the approaches you can take to minimise their noise.
10 PRO drone cinematography tips [Hacks for better footage]
Drones are so easy to fly that almost anyone can capture great footage. However, every drone pilot has room for improvement. Whether that is becoming a better navigator, choosing the flight location, or framing the perfect shot – everyone can do with brushing up some aspect of drone cinematography. It can take a while to get used to the combination of being simultaneously a pilot and a cinematographer. Follow the simple drone cinematography tips in this article and I guarantee that your shots will get better and better.
The best drone video background music – my fully tested options
There is another aspect of owning and flying a drone that can sometimes be more exciting than the flight itself. And that is the postproduction of the video footage that you have captured during an exciting flight mission. Editing your drone footage can turn something that is great into something that is awesome. An important part of the editing process is selecting music. Music can give your drone footage a whole new dynamic. It can make it relaxing, exciting, epic, and any other feeling that you can typically impart with music. Take a look at the drone videos that you like and I can almost guarantee you that they have drone video background music to enhance the feelings of the video. In this article, we are going to go over the best drone video background music, where you can find it, and what you need to look for to take your drone videography to the next level.
