Comments Off on DJI Phantom FC40 Review Quadcopters are in high demand as both professional and amateur photographers are clamoring to get the best aerial drones to capture those one of a kind shots. There are many brands on the market, and finding the right one will make all of the difference in your photo quality.    Our review of the DJI Phantom FC40 reveals that it’s one of the best quadcopters on the market for any use. Photography enthusiasts sing its praises and recommend the model. Some argue it's more affordable than its younger brother the Phantom 2 Vision, because of the cost of batteries. Dimensions (L x W x H): 18.9 x 13.4 x 4.7 Flight Speed: 10 m/s Flight Time: 12 minutes Flight Controller: Mobile Device The DJI Phantom FC40 is one of the top models on the market, and offers a dynamic combination of value, quality and performance. View flight paths with a first-person view, track your route with GPS tracking and make sure your copter finds its way back with the “return to home” feature.

This feature is one of the most important of the quadcopter, as it will ensure that your drone returns to you, even if the signal is lost or the transmitter is broken. Few drone models can perform this task, and With 720p HD video recording capability, you can get a sharp and crisp picture every time. With 10x digital zoom, you can fly high above your subject and zoom in to capture even the tiniest detail. >> Click here for Amazon’s pricing and reviews of the DJI Phantom FC40 << The DJI Phantom FC40 is a favorite of wedding photographers, and drone photography is one of the hottest new trends in special events. Weddings are, by their very nature, visual events. There are rich and intense colors, flowing fabrics and decorative accents. Photographing an outdoor wedding from above can give an amazing perspective, and one that no other media can deliver. Aerial photography with the DJI Phantom FC40 will also dazzle at events like formal dances, charity balls and pool parties.Not only is the Phantom a dynamic camera system, it also packs a value with added accessories.

The copter comes with remote control, extra batteries, charging kit and propellers. With stable flight controls, you can ensure that your quadcopter always goes exactly where it is intended, and takes the shots that you want it to take. The Phantom FC40 is ready to fly right when you take it from the box, and a simple assembly takes just a few minutes to complete. Self-tightening propellers mean that this model is one of the most secure in flight, and you can fly with the ease of knowing that your copter is secure, even if it accidentally hits an object during its operation.ar drone 2 central cross Pair your copter with the DJI smartphone application and get even better results from your photography. ar drone 2 audio recordingSave your shots, edit them and share them right from the palm of your hand. ar drone 1 prix

Whether you want to take aerial photos for real estate agents or shoot a wedding from above, DJI makes the best quadcopters that get the job done. You can even pair your copter with your own GoPro camera to make first person view photography a breeze. The DJI Phantom FC40 is essentially the Phantom 1 with an added camera and FPV through a smart phone or tablet.    However, the DJI Phantom 2 is an upgraded version of the Phantom 1, coming with larger battery capacity, more powerful motors and a slimmer and sleeker looking frame (no more bulging battery pack).    how much does an ebee drone costThe DJI Phantom 2 Vision includes a much higher quality camera that can record 1080p video and take 14MP stills.  ar drone power edition batteryIf you’re looking for a better quality camera, then the Phantom 2 Vision (or Vision+) would be a better choice than the FC40.  black ops 2 remote drone

(~ $598 for the FC40, ~$799 for the Phantom 2 Vision, $1099 for the Phantom 2 Vision+).  Click here to see our review of the Phantom 2 Vision. Many people wonder how they can buy the DJI Phantom FC40. Experts recommend purchasing the camera at online retailers like Amazon in order to get the best price. There are other retailers both online and in photography shops that sell the model, and it is best to shop around to get the best price. Out of the 328 people who left reviews for the model on Amazon, more than 300 were glowing reviews, with photography enthusiasts singing its praises and recommending the model.  ar drone 2 waterproofWhen it comes to getting the best quadcopter for all of your aerial and drone photography needs, few models can stand up to the quality and performance of the DJI Phantom FC40.Drone 2.0 is by no means the best drone you can buy, Parrot deserves some credit for helping kick-start the quadcopter industry.

The second version of the drone was launched at CES in January 2012, so this is effectively a three-year old quadcopter. Indeed, there is a new model which has just launched: the BeBop Drone. We'll review that soon. But price drops mean that the AR.Drone 2.0 is now a better deal than ever. See also: DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ review For under £250, you get a lot for your money. First, build quality is in a different league to cheaper quadcopters. The frame is made from nylon and carbon fibre parts, and you get brushless motors which are much more durable and reliable than cheaper brushed motors. Next, you get a lot of processing power which means you can take advantage of automatic takeoff, hovering and landing. With cheaper quadcopters, you'll have to practice for some time before you're able to hover, fly and land safely. There's also a pretty good 720p camera with a lens that has a nice 93-degree field of view. It's not stabilised, but footage is a good step up from quads costing £50-150.

You can plug in a USB flash drive and record footage directly, and there's the option to buy Parrot's "Flight Recorder" which includes 4GB of storage and a GPS receiver, although at £99 it's rather expensive. What it allows it for automatic piloting by defining a series of waypoints, something you can't do without GPS. In the box you get two hulls, one for indoor use and another - without the rotor guards - for outdoor use. Unlike some quadcopters the AR.Drone 2.0 is technically not ready to fly, though. You'll need to bring your own iPhone or Android smartphone and install the AR.There's still no official Windows Phone app but - weirdly - FreeFlight is also available for Windows 8 tablets. Even though it goes against our "we shouldn't need to read the manual" philosophy, your first flights will be far less frustrating if you do, as the controls are far from obvious. It takes quite a lot of getting used to controlling the drone by tilting your phone (physical sticks are always better), but you can optionally use virtual on-screen joysticks.

But unless you're using the live video stream to pilot the AR.Drone, it's very hard to use these since your fingers tend to drift off the controls. What's nice is that the app offers lots of advanced controls, such as limiting the drone's altitude and also its speed. If you've got more than 30 percent power remaining, you can press a button to make the AR.We found the (new, larger) battery was good for about 12-15 minutes' flying. Recharging takes between 60 and 100 minutes, depending on how discharged it is. Spare batteries cost almost £40, but there's a vibrant third-party marketplace where you can buy a higher-capacity battery (good for 20-minute flights) for £30 or less. You're also limited by the range of Wi-Fi which is noticeably poorer than most cheap drones. At least the AR.Drone 2.0 will stabilise and hover when it loses the signal, rather than flying away uncontrolled. Plus, if you fail to heed the low-battery warning, it will land itself when it's almost run flat.