Dji Phantom UAVs

[Emeye]

I really fancy a Mavic in the new year - sometimes I don't bother flying my Phantom 2 due to the messing around to get it ready and airborne.

[Ari]

That new Phantom 4 Pro is incredible! One inch sensor and a mechanical shutter - will be like flying a Sony RX100 (and that may be closer than you think - apparently Sony supply the sensors to DJI).

Some fantastic auto tracking features too, like a 'searchlight' function that allows you to highlight a moving object, then fly around it whilst the software keeps the camera pointed at it.

And that new screen - more than twice the brightness of a tablet.

Ordered mine, should have it in about four weeks I'm told.

[justin220]

Its a tough choice between Mavic and P4P for me.. ??

[RobDickinson]

justin220 said:

Its a tough choice between Mavic and P4P for me.. ??

[dave0010]

its becoming a similar choice between a full DSLR and something like a RXIV with the DJI drones. For me it will be the Mavic because of ease of use. No matter how good the camera becomes on the Phantom 4 years of people prattling on about Megapixels has meant the Mavic is all Il need

[rottie102]

dave0010 said:

its becoming a similar choice between a full DSLR and something like a RXIV with the DJI drones. For me it will be the Mavic because of ease of use. No matter how good the camera becomes on the Phantom 4 years of people prattling on about Megapixels has meant the Mavic is all Il need

Think again then because it's actually 4 Pro with built in screen that will be easier to use.
Tap to focus on Mavic is something that you always have to have in mind, especially if you are filming things up close. Faffing with connecting a mobile phone is also a pain.

[rottie102]

First winter outing today! I have to say I was nicely surprised that cold didn't affect battery life too much.

[jon-]

Thanks youtube...

[GetCarter]

jon- said:

Thanks youtube...

Out of interest, what were the recommendations / problems?

I spend about 60% of my time flying over water, and have never had a problem.

[GetCarter]

rottie102 said:

First winter outing today! I have to say I was nicely surprised that cold didn't affect battery life too much.

Many of us are not seeing your photos mate.

[jon-]

GetCarter said:

jon- said:

Thanks youtube...

Out of interest, what were the recommendations / problems?

I spend about 60% of my time flying over water, and have never had a problem.

No idea, I didn't watch it. I'm guessing the tips include "don't try and land on water" and "don't hit a boat".

[GetCarter]

jon- said:

GetCarter said:

jon- said:

Thanks youtube...

Out of interest, what were the recommendations / problems?

I spend about 60% of my time flying over water, and have never had a problem.

No idea, I didn't watch it. I'm guessing the tips include "don't try and land on water" and "don't hit a boat".

Just wondering why you posted then jon?

[jon-]

GetCarter said:

jon- said:

GetCarter said:

jon- said:

Thanks youtube...

Out of interest, what were the recommendations / problems?

I spend about 60% of my time flying over water, and have never had a problem.

No idea, I didn't watch it. I'm guessing the tips include "don't try and land on water" and "don't hit a boat".

Just wondering why you posted then jon?

The hilarity of the two video suggestions together.

[GetCarter]

jon- said:

GetCarter said:

jon- said:

GetCarter said:

jon- said:

Thanks youtube...

Out of interest, what were the recommendations / problems?

I spend about 60% of my time flying over water, and have never had a problem.

No idea, I didn't watch it. I'm guessing the tips include "don't try and land on water" and "don't hit a boat".

Just wondering why you posted then jon?

The hilarity of the two video suggestions together.

Ah, Okay.

[rottie102]

GetCarter said:

Many of us are not seeing your photos mate.

Thank you! I guess that means back to Flickr for hosting

[rottie102]

Really cool move by DJI!

http://forum.dji.com/forum.php?mod=viewthread&...

[amancalledrob]

Hoping this is the best place for this question - I have a P3 Standard under the tree and just wanted to check I've properly understood the firmware update process, which as I see it appears to be 'connect to DJI Go app with an empty MicroSD card in the Phantom, then update the app'

I'm not finding their website very helpful

[GetCarter]

amancalledrob said:

Hoping this is the best place for this question - I have a P3 Standard under the tree and just wanted to check I've properly understood the firmware update process, which as I see it appears to be 'connect to DJI Go app with an empty MicroSD card in the Phantom, then update the app'

I'm not finding their website very helpful

Go onto Youtube, there are some good vids there. It is a bit confusing.

[Monty Python]

Just seen the Yuneec Typhoon H - looks very good, particularly the controller. Would get one if it didn't cost so much.

[amancalledrob]

GetCarter said:

amancalledrob said:

Hoping this is the best place for this question - I have a P3 Standard under the tree and just wanted to check I've properly understood the firmware update process, which as I see it appears to be 'connect to DJI Go app with an empty MicroSD card in the Phantom, then update the app'

I'm not finding their website very helpful

Go onto Youtube, there are some good vids there. It is a bit confusing.

Cheers, will do