Hello,
I'm looking for a drone under $500 (or even half that if possible), that I can attach my GoPro to and get useable areal footage. I have zero experience flying or buying these things. I don't need FPV or a robotic gimbal.
From my research, the DJI Phantom 1 seems like the best bet for my needs. BUT, there seems to be a lot of mixed feedback online, as can be seen from the Amazon page. However a lot of really good reviews elsewhere too.
(regarding the jello footage effect with gopro, I was going to try these tactics if it's not good enough out of the box).
At least from Amazon, a lot of complaints seem like possible pilot error or not reading the manual properly, but it's hard for me to discern.
I'm posting here because I'd love to hear from those with experience if this is a decent copter, or if it's something to stay away from? And if there's another copter with similar features to the phantom 1 in the same (or cheaper) price range that I should consider?
Thank you!
One more thing - I will be piloting this in rural Montana, mostly in very open areas, sometimes in mountain ravines. Is GPS signals less strong in areas like these? I can assume there will be no or little other radio interference. Seems like many reviews are from people loosing signal, perhaps due to ill planning.
I'm looking for a drone under $500 (or even half that if possible), that I can attach my GoPro to and get useable areal footage. I have zero experience flying or buying these things. I don't need FPV or a robotic gimbal.
From my research, the DJI Phantom 1 seems like the best bet for my needs. BUT, there seems to be a lot of mixed feedback online, as can be seen from the Amazon page. However a lot of really good reviews elsewhere too.
(regarding the jello footage effect with gopro, I was going to try these tactics if it's not good enough out of the box).
At least from Amazon, a lot of complaints seem like possible pilot error or not reading the manual properly, but it's hard for me to discern.
I'm posting here because I'd love to hear from those with experience if this is a decent copter, or if it's something to stay away from? And if there's another copter with similar features to the phantom 1 in the same (or cheaper) price range that I should consider?
Thank you!
One more thing - I will be piloting this in rural Montana, mostly in very open areas, sometimes in mountain ravines. Is GPS signals less strong in areas like these? I can assume there will be no or little other radio interference. Seems like many reviews are from people loosing signal, perhaps due to ill planning.