Drones for movies

The outgoing year so far can be considered the most successful for lovers of radio-controlled drones. On sale there were many interesting new models and the prices are much more affordable. Of course, while that drones do not sell "one ruble per kilo", but still afford such a gadget can now be much more enthusiastic.

Of course, the most interesting way to use drones - photo and video shooting. Again, this year around the world was filmed a lot of great movies, shows the world with such angles that were previously impossible. And for that alone you need to wear the hands of developers and manufacturers of these remarkable devices.

For anyone seriously considering to join the world of drones, we offer a small overview of the seven models that are equipped (or can be equipped) camcorder.

Also in the post added information on pricing, but once a reservation: under currency rodeo and the availability of old stocks listed prices can be very rough.

DJI Phantom 2 Vision + h4>

The updated version of the previous model Phantom 2 Vision was released in April of this year. Today it is one of the most "long-playing" quadrocopter, he is able to stay aloft for up to 25 minutes. Vision + is equipped with suspension for three-axis stabilized camera has increased the range of the Wi-Fi-module and is able to autonomously navigate the route, which consists of 16 control points.

The camera has a CMOS-matrix with a resolution of 14 megapixels, can shoot in Adobe DNG and JPEG. Two modes are available videsёmki: 1080p / 30 fps and 720p / 60 fps. Also, the camera allows you to adjust ISO, exposure compensation, white balance, and angle of view: 140, 120 or 90 degrees.

Controlled drone with Android or iOS-devices, it is equipped with an inertial sensor, barometric altimeter, compass, GPS and LED-indicators.

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Blade 350 QX3 AP Combo RTF h4>

This drone looks simpler than the previous one, but the price has lower. It is equipped with a brushless three-axis stabilization with suspension and has three modes of flight, which can be selected depending on your skill of the operator and the required quality of shooting. There is an automatic return to the base in case of loss of connection with the "pilot."

Camera resolution 16 megapixel, it shoots video up to 1080p / 60 fps. Updated transmitter controls the slope of the suspension, returning it if necessary to the neutral position.



Autonomous flight time is 10-15 minutes, controlling with Android or iOS-device. Plastic frame.

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Also note that the previous model, 350 QX2. It is much cheaper, but also the simpler: suspension with two-axis stabilization, the camera easier, flight duration of about 10 minutes.





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Parrot Rolling Spider h4>

This is the most simple quadrocopter in our review. Being 10 cheaper QX3, it is much closer to the toys. The duration of the flight he had no more than 8 minutes and the battery recharge time - 90 minutes. Fixed camera, shoots straight down and only photos resolution VGA. Controlled from a smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth. The drone is equipped with three-axis gyroscope, accelerometer sensor and atmospheric pressure. It is recommended to immediately purchase replacement blades, complete they are not. When you activate the "ace", at the touch of a button drone can quickly turn 90 or 180 degrees.

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Parrot Bebop Drone h4>

"Adult" drone from the same manufacturer. The camera is fixed, 14 MP, the angle of view of 180 degrees. Resolution up to 1080p video capture, photos can be stored in the format Adobe DNG or JPEG.

Drone supports GPS, GLONASS and Galileo. If the navigation satellites are unavailable, are utilized to prevent vertical drift chamber, an ultrasonic sensor and an atmospheric pressure sensor. There is an automatic return to the base and the possibility of programming the route of flight.

Autonomous flight time up to 11 minutes, but when the wind and moving fast running time is reduced. Incidentally, the drone can fly at speeds up to 75 km / h. If you wish, you can buy a mechanical remote control Skycontroller, which supports virtual reality device, for example, Oculus Rift. Management is carried out by Wi-Fi.



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DJI Inspire 1 h4>

The world's first drone with 4K camcorder. In this case, even the most expensive in this review, is almost $ 3000. However, for the money you get and rich functionality with the appropriate quality.

Angle field of view is 94 degrees, the possible shooting 4K video / 30 fps and 1080/60 fps (12 MP). The camera is rotated 360 degrees in the horizontal plane and is tilted by 125 ° in the vertical.

Controlled drone with a mobile device (supported by a live broadcast from the camera to 1080p) or from the control panel. Carbon frame that seriously enhances survivability design. The drone is equipped with connectors USB, microUSB and HDMI.

Is a function of takeoff and landing at the touch of a button. Secondary camera and sensors allow drone just hang in one place, without drift. Of course, there is an automatic return to the base with the possibility of quick change of coordinates. Right on the screen of a mobile device, you can draw the route that should move the drone. Flight duration is 18 minutes.

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3D Robotics IRIS + h4>

According to the manufacturer, the world's first drone, equipped with automatic route for the operator, while the camera is always directed at him. It is possible to hold the camera focus on a specific point during the entire flight. Also this allows you to use a drone camera GoPro, which is a very important advantage.

The number of control points for a route indefinitely, however, to draw a route only supported Android-powered devices. For planning the flight can be used by clients on Mac, Windows and Linux. Flight time is 15-20 minutes.



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Source: geektimes.ru/company/airbnb/blog/243661/