More expensive models with suspended cameras use a so-called gimbal, a multi-axis mechanical stabiliser, which compensates for vibrations and ensures beautifully smooth shots. You can also buy drones with just the hinge and install a camera yourself.
Recording quality is generally reflected by the price. Drones at the bottom of the price spectrum offer filming at 720p resolution and less, whereas the DJI Phantom 4 and other more expensive models offer 4K resolution. Almost all drones are able to transmit live images to the screen of a mobile phone or tablet.
Why buy a drone with a camera?
- Take professional pictures and videos from a bird's eye view
- Thanks to image stabilisation, the image is razor sharp and smooth
- Most models can transfer images from the camera in real time to a mobile phone or tablet screen
- In Follow Me flight mode, the drone tracks your movement, so you can record yourself jogging, cycling or skiing
