Best 4k Camera Drones For Sale 2017
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Drones and quadcopters have come a long way since they were first used by flying enthusiasts. Now, drones aren’t just a hobby but also a way to make a profession that is fun and practical.
There is a huge variety of drones available in the market with a variety of camera options to choose from. Whether you want to record yourself having some fun, a cool adventure you are on or want to use the drone’s camera for professional filming, you are sure to find a drone for your choice.
Why use a 4K camera drone?
There are many reasons to invest in a drone that has a 4K recording camera. While there are drones that perform well even with a lesser resolution camera, a 4K one can make your recording look amazing.
With 4K recording, users get a high resolution to record with, so the videos are smooth and clear, allowing you to capture any moment to perfection. Camera drones also offer great professional opportunities and allow people to earn from their spectacular footage and pictures.
Features to look for
Go over some of these features to make sure you get the best drone to suit your needs.
Small camera with good quality
Choose a 4K camera that is small and light, or else it will put extra weight on your drone, dragging it down. Look at camera features that drones come with to make professionally shot footage even better.
Gimbal and stabilization
Without stabilization, the camera wouldn’t be able to record videos that are smooth and stable. For clearer and less shaky pictures ensure that the camera mount has flexible movement and gyro stabilization.
Fliers needed to fly the drone
Some professional drones that come with 4k recording resolutions need to be manned by 2 people, one to fly the drone and one to monitor the camera. Ensure what level of professional footage you are looking for before choosing one of the two options.
The DJI Phantom 4 Drone – Overview And Special Features
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DJI has added yet another drone to their Phantom lineup with the new DJI Phantom 4, which features automatic obstacle avoidance and enhanced camera and flying options. Equipped with a 12MP sensor and F2.8 lens, this quadcopter can shoot Raw stills and take videos in 4K/UHD at 30p.
Upair One 4K Drone
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Megapixels
Remote Frequency
2.4 and 5.8 GHz
Accessories In Box
Gimbal+Camera x1
Drone Battery x1
Drone battery charger x1
RC battery x1
RC battery charger x1
Remote controller+FPV Monitor x1
Propeller x2 set
User Manual x1
Quick start guide x1
DJI Mavic Pro Drone
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Max Video Resolution
Megapixels
The DJI Mavic Pro is the newest release by the leading drone manufacturers, and is a compact yet powerful drone, created to meet the consumers’ needs. Even though it has a small size, it possesses features as powerful as the DJI Phantom 4, if not better.
Yuneec Typhoon Q500 4K Quadcopter
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Megapixels
Remote Frequency
2.4GHz + 5.8GHz Video
Weight (KG)
Accessories In Box
CGO3-GB,
ST10+ Ground Station for Q500/Q500+ Quadcopter,
2 x 5400mAh 3S LiPo Flight Battery for Q500 Quadcopter,
Balancing Connector Lead,
SC 3500-3 DC LiPo Balancing Charger,
AC Adapter for Charger,
Car Adapter for Charger,
USB Interface / Programmer for Q500 Quadcopter,
8GB microSD Card with SD Adapter,
Motor Holder / Prop Installation Tool,
4 x CW and CCW Propeller Pairs,
CGO Steady Grip for CGO2-GB Camera / Gimbal,
Aluminum Hardshell Carrying Case for Q500 / Q500+ (No Foam),
Limited 6-Month Warranty
The Yuneec Typhoon Q500 4K is a ready-to-fly (RTF) drone that comes factory-assembled along with a transmitter or radio controller included. It’s a lot more than just a flying machine, and is made for advanced aerial photography and videography with its integrated CGO3-GB camera and gimbal.
The drone comes with two 5400mAh batteries, which can provide up to 25 minutes of flying time each, on a complete charge. The drone also comes with an aluminum case that can safely store it and makes transportation easy.
Autel Robotics X-Star Premium Drone
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Megapixels
The Autel Robotics X-Star Premium drone is a high-level aerial machine, equipped with amazing features in an easy-to-fly body. It has been created for outstanding aerial imagery and features an intelligent flight control system with autopilot functions.
DJI Inspire 2 Drone
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DJI has been a leader in drone production for a while and they have recently released the upgraded version of their previous DJI Inspire 1 with a high-end model aimed for professional filmmaking, called the DJI Inspire 2.
The Inspire 2 has been made using magnesium-aluminum that makes the drone sturdier than the previous. Other upgrades include an increased speed from 50 miles per hour to 67 mph, and a battery life that is now 25 minutes instead of 18 minutes.
Yuneec Typhoon H Drone
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Drone-maker Yuneec has created a new drone that can give the DJI Inspire 1 a run for its money, that too at 1/3rd the cost! Their new Yuneec Typhoon H Drone is a high-end UAV, which is available for $1799, as compared to its DJI competition that sells for a whooping $3,000.
