Flying a drone still requires some skill and confidence, not to mention some way to carry it, but DJI’s latest is portable and made to be easier for newbies and even the odd pro.
The world of drones can be intriguing, provided you fly your drone in the right location and abide by CASA’s regulations in Australia. But for some, the entry to using drones can still be more complex than it needs to be.
There’s size, camera, capability, and price. Which of each of these makes it easy to jump in and pick the right model?
A drone seemingly for every price point, especially now that last year’s DJI Neo has arrived, which provided a way for newbie drone flyers to get something that could be flown inside their own home. If anything, that concept made drones a little more approachable, though the Neo isn’t a high-end drone.
On the other hand, DJI’s latest launch is perhaps more interesting, particularly as a starter pack for someone keen to get more into drone videography.
Weighing under 250 grams and clearly built to be compact, the DJI Flip is a different take on the drone, including a guard for each of the four propellers and allowing each to be flipped and folded down. The concept makes for a different looking drone, for sure, but one made to be simple and easier to use.
There’s a 4K camera inside capable of also capturing 48 megapixel images, support for an app, and a battery capable of handling up to a half hour of flight time, and there are even safety features including auto braking. To make this work, the DJI Flip comes with a 3D infrared sensor system to work day or night and make it less likely to have the drone hit something else mid-air.
In terms of ease of use, there are auto flying modes that work with AI subject tracking to get a centred shot while flying in a drone or other shapes, and you can also fly with our without a remote controller. There’s support for DJI’s specific remote controls, the app, or even voice control, providing a few methods of control for eager drone pilots.
“DJI Flip combines creative tools like AI subject tracking and intelligent shooting modes with safety features like our latest foldable propeller guards and automatic braking, making it easier than ever for people to capture stunning aerial footage no matter their level of photography or drone expertise,” said Ferdinand Wolf, Product Experience Director at DJI.
In Australia, the DJI Flip is set to land locally from $699, arriving without the remote controller from the starting price or with one from $949.
