Tips & Reviews

Photography Drones

Photography drones are popular for adventure-seekers and photo enthusiasts alike because of the ability for them to capture high-quality video and photos from a unique vantage point. These can have some really intelligent features that offer pre-programmed flight modes, automatic return-to-home modes, or even avoid obstacles— all so you can focus on getting the perfect shot. 4K is the best camera quality available, and the right choice all depends on how involved in the hobby you want to be.

Hobby Drones

Pilots who are new to drone flight, shopping for kids or even just casual dabblers often find hobby drones to be the best first step. Hobby drones are much cheaper on average than photography drones, and are much closer to RC toys than professional equipment. Hobby drones have a shorter distance travel and flight time than their photography counterparts, but offer great simple fun. These are less technical and are ready to go out of the box without any prior skill.

Racing Drones

The most skilled pilots looking for an adrenaline rush often take the jump to racing drones, which are very exciting. These drones can go well over 100mph, and require a lot of expertise to pilot correctly. Most drone racers use special first-person-view goggles to see what the drone sees while navigating the course, which makes it like a VR gaming experience. Racing drones have many customizable variables for software, and give DIYers a chance to try their skill at building a drone from scratch.

Accessories

The fun doesn't just stop at the drones, accessories can boost the level of enjoyment by offering a unique flight experience, like with first-person-view goggles. Necessities like additional batteries and extra propellers keep the fun rolling along, and hard cases give pilots extra protection and portability.