Drone Video Systems
Many drone video systems utilize 4K technology, allowing the user to capture epic aerial video and photos in stunning detail.
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Drone Video Systems Overview
The drone aerial photography and video industry is taking off and there is no shortage of drone video system options available. Companies like xFold, DJI, AEE and Walkera offer affordable to high-end drone systems depending on your needs.
xFold offers professional level multi-rotor sUAV drones that offer the perfect combination between balance, weight, power and efficiency. xFold offers four different sizes of drone video systems: xFold Spy, xFold Travel, xFold Cinema and the xFold Dragon. These xFold drone video systems support GoPro, DSLR cameras, and professional film cameras such as the Red Epic.
DJI Innovations is the global leader in developing and manufacturing high performance, reliable, and easy-to-use small unmanned aerial systems. DJI offers the Phantom, Inspire, Ronin and Spreading Wings models. The Phantom makes flying accessible to anyone out of the box, while the Spreading Wings can be customized and tuned to carry the camera of your choice.
Walkera produces aerial vehicles through the constant pursuit of excellence and determination to create the ultimate flying experience. Walkera offers the Voyager, QR, Tali, and Scout models. Beginners should look to the Voyager GoPro model or the regular Voyager which has its own 4K custom-made camera. The QR series is designed for photography organizations.
AEE is the pioneer professional manufacturer specializing in development and application of wireless AV transmission technology. AEE’s AP series supports AEE’s S-series cameras and GoPro cameras. These cameras typically offer 1080P/50fps video. Other AP models with come with an integrated HD lens that offers 16MP still photos with a 144° wide-angle HD lens.
Drone Video System Cameras
Drone video systems are compatible with most modern camera technology. Depending on the system you purchase, you can expect at least 5MP photography and 720P video. Higher end systems offer 1080P, 4K video and 12+ MP photos.
Non-Integrated DVS Cameras
Hobbyists
GoPro
Hero and Hero4 Series
- Compatible with most drone video systems
- Base models start at 1080p30 video and 5MP photos
- Pro models offer 1080p120 video and 12MP photos
Professionals
Panasonic, Sony, Cannon
GH4, A7S, 5D Mark III, or Similar
- Manufacturers offer camera-specific gimbals
- Utilize lenses to get the best result
- Expect 16+MP photos with UHD to 4K video
Industries
Red and ARRI
Epic Dragon, Alexa Series, or Similar
- Capture over 9x more pixels than HD with 6K technology
- 100 fps at up to 6K resolution
- Drone video systems can support fully rigged cameras
Integrated DVS Cameras
DJI
Inspire 1
- Ready-to-fly aerial filmmaking system
- Video: 4K @ 30 fps, or 1080p @ 60fps
- Photos: 12 Megapixels
Walkera
Voyager 3
- Dual navigation system
- Video: 1080p @ 60 fps
- Photos: 16 Megapixels
AEE
AP10
- 144° wide-angle HD lens
- Video: 1080p @ 50 fps
- Photos: 16 Megapixels
Drone Video System Gimbals
Gimbals are an integral part of drone video systems. Many drone gimbals offer a 3-axis system which stabilizes your aerial system. Look for brushless gimbals when shopping. Gimbals are usually built specifically for a camera series.
Zenmuse Z15-A7
Zenmuse Z15-BMPCC
Zenmuse Z15-5D III
Zenmuse Z15-GH4
Zenmuse H4-3D
Zenmuse H3-3D
G-3S
G-3D
G-3DH
- DJI Gimbals
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Zenmuse Z15-A7
For Sony A7S and A7RZenmuse Z15-BMPCC
For Black Magic Pocket Cinema Camera (BMPCC)Zenmuse Z15-5D III
For Canon 5D Mark IIIZenmuse Z15-GH4
For Panasonic GH4 and GH3Zenmuse H4-3D
For GoPro Hero4 BlackZenmuse H3-3D
For GoPro3 and GoPro3+ - Walkera Gimbals
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G-3S
For Sony RX100ll or SimilarG-3D
For iLook, iLook+ and GoProG-3DH
For iLook, iLook+ and GoPro