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by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
One of the most significant filmmaking innovations of the past decade has been the explosion of affordable drones with high-quality cameras. This has made it possible for nearly anyone to capture stunning aerial photos and video. The explosion in drones has been seen nearly everywhere, with YouTube videos sporting awesome shots from the sky and your everyday television and journalism now benefitting from a bird’s-eye view. Here are seven that we
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
Today, DJI unveiled the newest member of its celebrated Mavic series: the Mavic Mini. As compact as a smartphone, but powerful enough to capture shots so cinematic and smooth they look straight out of a soundstage, the Mavic Mini is both extremely capable and accessible. Here’s the full rundown on DJI’s latest (mini) marvel.
Pilots Abound
The first thing you notice about the Mavic Mini is its size. Weighing less than 250g and with a form
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Take a look at the DJI Mavic Mini in action! Photographer Jeff Rojas takes the latest drone from DJI out for a spin.
by Lawrence Cohen · Posted
Drones are some of the hottest small craft available today, but did you know that some are designed for underwater use? One of the latest and best is the CHASING GLADIUS MINI Underwater ROV, but let’s start with some quick background information. Many people credit the first civilian Remote Control Vehicle (ROV) to Dimitri Rebikoff, from France. In 1953, he created the first fully developed tethered ROV, the “Poodle.” He
by Staff Writer · Posted
With the release of the Digital FPV System, DJI takes a step into the growing world of drone racing. The Digital FPV System is sold in two bundles, the DJI FPV Experience Combo and DJI FPV Fly More Combo. The system is a reimagining of what FPV can be, with an all-in-one solution for racers that’s designed to provide highly detailed, low-latency HD digital
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
Since 2015, the consumer drone market has grown at a blistering pace, with some forecasters predicting it will hit a market value close to $17 billion by 2020. One of the drivers behind this breakneck growth is the nascent subcategory of Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUV), also known as underwater drones. In this guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know about this exciting new technology.
History
Although they’ve just recently hit the mainstream market, UUVs have been around for quite some time. Initially designed as military mine-
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
Ask any pilot and most will tell you that the act of flying a drone is an adventure in itself. However, to make our list of best adventure drones, we came up with some added criteria. First, it has to be portable. Adventuring often involves travel, so you want something that is easy to carry. Second, it should feature strong target tracking technology. Third, the drone should be built to withstand the rigors of whatever adventure you throw at it. Using those criteria as a guide, here is the list of our favorite adventure drones.
DJI Mavic 2
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
Great news for professional drone operators: DJI has announced updates to its lauded Matrice 200 series of drones. The “V2” lineup boasts several new and improved features to all three models—the 200, 210, and 210 RTK—including bolstered transmission technology, better flight performance, and improved data accuracy. Along with those updates, the drones will maintain their signature ruggedness and all-weather design, as well as their intuitive setup and configuration.
The most
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
Of all the seasons, winter can present some of the most challenging weather conditions for drone pilots. Cold temperatures, precipitation, and heavy winds are just some of the potential threats to you and your aircraft. But just because it’s more difficult to fly during winter, doesn’t mean it can’t be done. Here are some tips and helpful hints for safely operating your drone during the winter season.
Battery Life
Arguably, the biggest difference between flying your drone in cold and moderate temperatures is the toll it takes on the flight
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
Simply put, the DJI Mavic 2 is the best drone in its class. From top to tail, it excels in nearly every category of performance and design. In fact, the closest the Mavic comes to a true rivalry is between its two subclasses, the Pro and the Zoom. This
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
Drones have never been as inexpensive and capable as they are today and, because of this, we are starting to see some brand-new features pop up in the latest releases. Among these functions is the implementation of optical and digital zoom, which promises no loss of quality during use. This is a huge advance in tech for consumer aerial image acquisition, providing more options for photographers and videographers, and delivering a different perspective into their images.
Making the biggest splash in the past few months is the
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
The DJI Ronin-S is a great thing! However, it is not a miracle worker. I feel the first thing new gimbal users need to understand about these relatively affordable models is that they still require good form and technique to deliver maximum efficiency. DJI’s entry in the single-handed gimbal world is quite respectable, though it is perhaps the heaviest “one-handed” option out there. Realistically, two hands are needed for the smoothest
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
Today, DJI unveiled the highly-anticipated follow-up to its groundbreaking Mavic Pro quadcopter: the all-new Mavic 2 series. This latest iteration comes in two separate configurations—the Mavic 2 Pro and Mavic 2 Zoom.
Starting with the Mavic 2 Pro: This variant features
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
I used to have a BOSS, or Backup On-Set Solution. It was to lug my 15.4" MacBook Pro, external hard drives, and all the requisite AC adapters and chargers around, in addition to my camera equipment. After getting tired of that, my on-the-road backups became using the largest SD cards I could afford and hoping I could do the whole trip or shoot without swapping anything out until I got home. Obviously, this wasn’t a real solution, and is probably the worst thing you could do in the name of keeping data safe. LaCie has designed its co-branded
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
Thanks to its 4K video capture, precise controls, and real-time streaming capabilities, the Power Vision PowerRay is one of the leading underwater drones available today. However, does being the standout among a burgeoning—but still relatively new and niche—category warrant a purchase? Find out in our review, below.