5: Best for Professional Video
DJI Inspire 2 Premium
The Inspire 2 comes in a range of flavours (and prices) depending on which camera system you want to fit to it. It represents a substantial jump in price over the Phantom range, so what does all this extra cash buy you?
For a start, the camera can be controlled by a second person with a second remote control unit. This is particularly useful when shooting video, as it allows the pilot to concentrate on flying the drone, while the camera operator focuses on the shot. Indeed the pilot can access the video feed from a second, forward-facing camera, while the camera operator can point the main camera where he wants.
There are a range of camera options, but possibly the most versatile is the X5S system. Based around the popular micro four-thirds lens mount and sensor system, the drone can be fitted with a variety of lenses from very wide angle to mid-range telephoto and zoom. This will add some diversity to your still and video shots.
In addition, the larger sensor size will do well in low light. Maximum flight time is very respectable at 27 minutes, with an operating range of 7km.
Price: £3688-£6269, depending on camera set-up.
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