Ways to use your drone camera.

Drones are fun. For many, that’s reason enough to get one. Others find the lure of owning the latest technology irresistible. But when you factor in the photography and video possibilities, there are many other potential benefits to owning one. First, a drone camera can enhance the way you do business. If you’re a realtor, a photography drone offers you a noteworthy way to showcase your properties with an overhead view.

If you farm, you might use a drone to help you monitor your property and operations, and to get useful data on your crops. If you’re a photographer, a small drone with camera could give you the edge you need to beat out your competition for wedding or event photography jobs. Beyond business considerations, a mini drone with camera can help your posts stand out on social media.

Buying a Drone

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Browse hundreds of camera drones to take your photographic creativity to new heights. Options include beginner drones with 720p video, hobbyist drones with stable 4K video capture and pro cinema drones that combine speed, cinema-style recording and elite gimbal stabilization. Offers solutions for racers as well, with precision flyers capable of flying over 80 mph.

Camera Drones

The applications for camera drones are endless. In addition to capturing outdoor adventures, they are used today in pro film, real estate, business marketing, search and rescue, inspection, security, land surveying, and many more industries.

Intermediate models are often in the $100 – $1,000 range and come with great cameras, superior stability in the wind, and automatic flight modes (such as Return Home and Hold Altitude) which make flying a breeze. Intermediate drones are sometimes referred to as “prosumer” drones as they are able to be used professionally and personally.

Advanced drones are generally used by professional cinematographers and cost upwards of $1,500. These drones offer unmatched speeds, acceleration, stability, image processing and more. Many support CinemaDNG and ProRes recording. Like many intermediate “prosumer” drones, advanced drones are often ready-to-fly right out of the box, and offer intuitive flight modes.

Drone Accessories

Many drones are ready to fly, right out of the box! However, some accessories are necessities in order to make your flying experience worthwhile. Extra batteries are strongly recommended as most drones will run out of juice after 25 minutes in the air.

Extra propellers are also important so that you can be back in the air quickly if one breaks. If your drone does not have a gimbal, consider buying one to stabilize your images. Finally, a proper bag will keep your equipment protected.