Why are drones with camera capability so appealing?
Drones with camera are the future of aerial content creation. If you’re anything like me you have seen so many beautiful aerial photos and videos all over social media and it has sparked an interest in your creative blood. I’m sure you’ve thought how can I make content like that? The answer is drones with cameras.
Drones with cameras on them are the best way to get these insanely smooth cinematic videos, beautiful landscape photos, and it is just simply impossible to get those photos without having a helicopter and your camera. For myself, it was all about capturing something unique and drones with cameras allow you to produce something very unique.
There are some things to consider however…
Consider what you are going to use the drones with cameras for….
There are many different reasons to use drones with cameras but here are some of the following:
- Hobbyist
- Content Creator
- Commercial Use (requires FAA Part 107)
- Professional Film/Journalism
For the sake of this post I will be focusing on the top two most popular groups that use drones hobbyists and content creators. Let’s get right into it.
What company makes the best drones with camera capability?
When I first started flying drones with cameras I had to watch hours and hours of YouTube reviews and I had no idea what to get still. Although there are many great drone manufacturers right now like DJI, Parrot, Yuneec, and 3DR Solo. For my fellow beginners I highly recommend DJI as your first drone for many reasons as I will layout here.
DJI
They has largest market share for a reason…
According to PhillybyAir’s stats, DJI owns nearly 80% of the market in the United States drone market. That is incredible, but it’s for a reason. The drones are so easy to fly, easy to get great videos, and the offer a wide range of drones with camera capability that are extremely high quality. Constantly producing products that will allow consumers to get the best content and capture the most amazing moments.
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It is clear among regular users of drones that DJI is at the top of innovation and leading drone technologies that are making them increasingly available for the everyday hobbyist and content creator like you.
DJI offers replacements with DJI Care Refresh
On all DJI drones you have the option to buy DJI Care Refresh so in the case that you lose or break your drone you can get a replacement sent out, which is way cheaper than buying a whole new drone. Definitely recommend buying this as I have had to return 2 drones that got water damage and crash damage (both my fault). SO WORTH IT!!!
If you want to read more about care refresh visit DJI’s page on it here: https://store.dji.com/category/djicare-refresh?from=store-nav
Now that you know the company you should be looking at for your first drone you can narrow your search down to the drones with cameras that they make, and lucky for you they all have cameras.
Best Drones with Camera from DJI?
Mavic Mini 2 $449 – No experience to Beginner
(Fly more combo is $599)
Specs:
- 249g total weight
- OcuSync 2.0 transmission
- 1/2.3″ CMOS image sensor
- 12MP photo resolution
- JPEG + RAW images
- up to 4K video
- Up to 4X zoom
- 31-minute flight time on one battery pack
This little beast packs a ton into such a small drones with camera capability. This drone is under 250g which means you don’t have to register it with the FAA or get any kind of identification number as well. This opens the door to many people who are just breaking into using drones. It still will allow you to capture some really amazing shots at such a low price for the drone. I highly recommend it to anyone who is just getting into this as a hobbyist and has little to no experience flying a drone, let alone a drones with camera capabilities.
If you are concerned with having to spend a lot of money on a drone like a Mavic 2 Pro, Mavic Air 2s, or Mavic 3 and then not being into the hobby, then buy the Mavic Mini 2. It is excellent as a starter drone with a camera and won’t set you back like a more advanced drone would have.
Even for the advanced content creator this is an excellent choice for a smaller travel drone if you aren’t able to carry a bigger drone, this still will get the job done and fit even in your pocket if you wanted it to.
Mavic Air 2s $999 – Beginner to Advanced
(Fly more combo is $1299)
Specs:
- 555g total weight
- 1″ CMOS Sensor
- 12km FHD Transmission
- up to 5.6k video
- Obstacle sensing in 4 directions
- 20MP Photo resolution
- 10-bit Dlog-M color profile
- ActiveTrack 4.0
- 31 minute battery time
Easily the best middle ground drone with a camera for pretty much everyone. A beginner can fly it, normal content creators, and even professional level work. One of the best all around drones with a camera on the market right now in 2022. I own one personally but I promise I am not being biased in my research. The video and photo quality on this drone is drastically better than a Mini 2 with higher MP and video resolution. Some say that it doesn’t have all the requirements to be a professional level drone but I disagree. In the right hands this drone can produce excellent content that is smooth and cinematic quality.
Buying this drone isn’t going to take as much out of your pocket as the Mavic 2 Pro or Mavic 3 will, it is a decent price for what you get and is still small enough to bring anywhere still. Making it a clear choice as a great travel drone for content creators, intermediate level hobbyists, photographers, and even beginners that just want high quality video and photo.
Some have a love/hate relationship with it but I would say that the large majority of DJI drone enthusiasts would say that this is one of the best all around drones for its size, price, and ease of use.
If you have any questions about anything feel free to contact me on the contact form with any questions about the Mavic Air 2s because I currently own this drone and I love it, works great in every situation.
Mavic 3 $2,199 – Intermediate to Advanced
(Fly more combo is $2,999)
Specs:
- 895g total weight
- 20MP 4/3″ CMOS sensor + 12MP 1/2″ CMOS sensor
- Hasselblad HNCS
- 5.1K/50p, UHD 4K/120p and 1080/200p video
- 10-bit D-Log and HDR video capture
- Raw & JPEG imaging
- OcuSync 3.0
- 15 km range
- Omnidirectional obstacle avoidance
- ActiveTrack 5.0
- ‘MasterShots’ cinematic capture mode
- 46-minute flight time
This is everything that content creators and professional drone pilots have been waiting for ever since the Mavic 2 Pro hit the market. This drone is demonstrating where the consumer market is going and clearly shows that DJI is at the forefront of it. Paying over 2k for a drone better be worth it and it is showing to be very worth it for the people that buy this drone so if your pocket is deep enough then it is the drone for you.
This drone is going to slowly get into the hands of more and more content creators and will become the new everyday drone for anyone doing drone work professionally, and for content creators that are wanting to develop high quality video and photo.
Although it is not meant for a beginner I wouldn’t put it out of the question of use because the only barrier for a beginner that makes it difficult is the price. It is very expensive for someone that has no expeirence in flying drones, but if you can then why not. You will be getting the best of the best.
Conclusion
In conclusion, it is clear that DJI is the clear number one in the industry. They own 80% of the market and the reason is clear the are innovative, high tech, and their products are proven to be excellent. DJI never goes backwards in creation only forward. I personally have used DJI products for my own side gigs, photography, and videography. These drones with camera capability are not new but they are only getting better and better as technology gets better and better. Every year they seem to get increasingly more magical.
Getting into drones is one of the hottest trends in the content creator world right now and it is because you can capture some really amazing moments that you never would have been able to if you didn’t have these flying AI machines. They truly are one of the most technologically advanced products that consumers have access to and they are only getting better every year. I highly recommend that you purchase these drones with camera capability if you are in the market for a drone come 2022 because these are the best drones right now. Easily…
Out of the drones that this article contains it is clear that the DJI Air 2s is easily one of the best drones with camera capabilities in 2022. That may just be my opinion because I own the drone but I think it is because it is easily the best all around drone regarding price, ease of use, and quality of the content it produces. All of these drones are excellent for their skill level ranges and can all do something that the others cannot. Really excellent products coming out of DJI and I know I am not the only one waiting for what’s next out of the DJI team this year.
Drones with camera capability are used for a variety of purposes, including capturing unique and high-quality aerial footage and photos, as well as for hobbyist use, content creation, commercial use, and professional film and journalism.
When choosing a drone with camera, it’s important to consider your specific goals and needs. Some factors to consider include the type of camera and image quality, the flight time and range, the size and weight of the drone, and any additional features that may be useful to you.
In the United States, drones weighing more than 0.55 pounds (250 grams) but less than 55 pounds (25 kilograms) must be registered with the FAA before they can be flown. Drones weighing less than 0.55 pounds (250 grams) do not need to be registered with the FAA. It’s also important to follow local and federal laws and regulations regarding drone use, including maintaining a safe distance from other aircraft and people, and not flying in restricted areas.
Some popular drones with camera from DJI include the Mavic Mini 2, the Phantom 4 Pro, and the Inspire 2. Each of these drones offers different features and capabilities, so it’s important to consider your specific needs and goals when choosing a drone.
Yes, DJI Care Refresh is a service offered by DJI that allows users to get a replacement drone if their original drone is lost or damaged. This service is available for an additional fee and is a convenient option for those who rely on their drone with camera for personal or professional use.
Originally posted 2022-01-30 17:34:49.
