Drones for photography
Apr 7, 2020 11:06:01 #
Apr 7, 2020 11:48:00 #
If the government was interested in safety you would have to prove you can fly. Their just interested in who owns one. I am a commercial pilot multi engine rated with an IFR stamp. Once a year I go out for a check ride to see if I am good to go.
I have on my shelf DJIs S1000 that I mount my Nikon D5 on, S800, Phantom 4 Pro and several other non stabilized that I fly to stay comfortable in flying. Been building and flying drones since the mid 90s. Back then it took two experienced people to fly one. Any body can fly todays drones, but it’s when your flying and get into trouble things go to heck in a hand basket very quickly, because most people flying drones today don’t have the experience of flying without stabilization. You don’t have time to think, you have to react. When I teach someone to fly a drone I first start them out with a fixed wing aircraft, then onto a helicopter then a older drone that does not have stabilization. I have dual controls so when the trainee gets into trouble I can immediately take over if necessary. SAFETY is the only thing that counts for the people around you and your self. Current drone pilots do you know the kill switch on your drone. I am tired of reading about kids loosing eyes.
I have on my shelf DJIs S1000 that I mount my Nikon D5 on, S800, Phantom 4 Pro and several other non stabilized that I fly to stay comfortable in flying. Been building and flying drones since the mid 90s. Back then it took two experienced people to fly one. Any body can fly todays drones, but it’s when your flying and get into trouble things go to heck in a hand basket very quickly, because most people flying drones today don’t have the experience of flying without stabilization. You don’t have time to think, you have to react. When I teach someone to fly a drone I first start them out with a fixed wing aircraft, then onto a helicopter then a older drone that does not have stabilization. I have dual controls so when the trainee gets into trouble I can immediately take over if necessary. SAFETY is the only thing that counts for the people around you and your self. Current drone pilots do you know the kill switch on your drone. I am tired of reading about kids loosing eyes.
Apr 7, 2020 12:48:16 #
LFingar wrote:
Before anything else make sure you know and understand all federal and local requirements. The FAA would be the place to start if you haven't already. Proper insurance and a good understanding of your liability are also required. If you have all that figured out then concentrate on your photography.
Apr 7, 2020 13:15:18 #
Apr 7, 2020 13:37:41 #
Apr 7, 2020 13:42:46 #
jpgto
Loc: North East Tennessee
Uturn wrote:
Thought I would see what advice my fellow Hoggers might offer about drones for photography
Thanks
Upturn Willy
Thanks
Upturn Willy
Suggestion, before you buy check Federal Aviation website for newest rules and regulations for drones and then research Part 107 licensure. Check for insurance. Many good drones but the DJI products are really good for photo and video. There was a member, DOOK, who posted drone pictures from Australia on UHH, give him a look. On the internet, check out some of the DJI sites for information, videos and pictures from around the world,.
Personally, I own the DJI Phatom 3 Advanced, love it, but our weather has not been very drone friendly, high winds, rain etc.
Consider purchasing something inexpensive to learn the nuances of drone flying if you've never flown one then make the decision to 'buy up'!
Good luck, research before investing.
Apr 7, 2020 14:00:04 #
Uturn wrote:
Thought I would see what advice my fellow Hoggers might offer about drones for photography
Thanks
Upturn Willy
Thanks
Upturn Willy
I've owned four drones. The Phantom 4 Pro+ is the best of the lot!
1) It is totally self-contained, i.e.: no external screen or cell phone required.
2) It has a 1’’ CMOS sensor (20 MP: 5472 × 3648 px); much the same as my Sony RX10 IV
3) Excellent image quality.
4) Reasonable 4K video capture
5) Easy to fly, obstacle avoidance
6) 30 minute flight time
7) Good range and altitude
It has allowed me to get images for which I would have required a helicopter otherwise.
bwa
Salmon Glacier - Hyder, Alaska - 35 image panorama
(Download)
Berendon Glacier and Granduc Mine - Hyder, Alaska - 3 image panorama
(Download)
Apr 7, 2020 14:32:00 #
Apr 7, 2020 16:25:50 #
Uturn
Loc: Snellville, GA
Thanks to one & all - I did not realize that it had gotten so restricted.
I got interested after watch a wedding shooter use one in a South Carolina State Park - I would imagine the he got a permit to do so - but who knows!
I live about 20 miles east of Atlanta, Ga. and this is pretty densely populated part of the state.
Last year some one flying a drone in a local neighborhood ticked off a resident with a 20ga. shot gun - no charges filed as far as I know.
Thanks again for the info - think I will pass for the time being.
Bill - aka Uturn (yep there is a story there)
I got interested after watch a wedding shooter use one in a South Carolina State Park - I would imagine the he got a permit to do so - but who knows!
I live about 20 miles east of Atlanta, Ga. and this is pretty densely populated part of the state.
Last year some one flying a drone in a local neighborhood ticked off a resident with a 20ga. shot gun - no charges filed as far as I know.
Thanks again for the info - think I will pass for the time being.
Bill - aka Uturn (yep there is a story there)
Apr 7, 2020 16:26:16 #
Boy some bad advice here. I bought a high end drone. 4k vid. beautiful pics. First the only license you need unless getting permission to use in a no fly zone is $5 online. Good for a few years. There are a lot of no fly zones. I basically use mine for landscape photos and vids. Shots you can only get with a drone. All national parks are no fly as are some state parks, you have to check. Now if you are way out in a national park no one around, who will know? I love mine but to be honest not used a lot around town. Still glad I bought it. Think of it as that special lens you use on certain occasions
Apr 7, 2020 18:06:37 #
ELNikkor wrote:
Everyplace that might be fun to fly them now have ... (show quote)
Wow, that is not correct. Mavic Mini is 249 grams. Great camera and steady flyer. FAA controls airspace to 400 feet, not the hunters. I fly an Anafi, cheap and pretty good (4K, 30 fps & 1080, 60 fps). I am registered with FAA as enthusiast and have one number for any drone I might have that is over 250 grams. Generally, if you find a place to launch cleared by the apps B4UFly and Airmap then you are good to go.
Apr 7, 2020 18:26:11 #
About 5 years ago at Christmas time, my son-in-law got a drone, and he flew it over our neighborhood with a video recording. I processed the video, added music, and put it on YouTube as per below.
The nearest airport is about 5 miles away, so I think we were OK there, and I'm not sure of the altitude that the drone was flying...but hey that was 5 years ago, when drones and the FAA regs were in their infancy. One of our neighbors commented: "Glad I was not skinny dipping in the spa that day."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_8icMn-LSU8
The nearest airport is about 5 miles away, so I think we were OK there, and I'm not sure of the altitude that the drone was flying...but hey that was 5 years ago, when drones and the FAA regs were in their infancy. One of our neighbors commented: "Glad I was not skinny dipping in the spa that day."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_8icMn-LSU8
If you want to reply, then register here. Registration is free and your account is created instantly, so you can post right away.