10 expensive drones that are worth the money

2024 Author: Malcolm Clapton | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 03:44

Fast, agile, with advanced cameras and smart modes.

1. Hubsan Zino Pro

The Zino Pro with a 3,000 mAh battery will stay in the air for 23 minutes, and then it will take a three-hour break to recharge. The model accelerates to 32 km / h, while the signal from the remote control picks up at a distance of 4 km. In case of interference, you won't have to worry about the fate of the drone: if you can't land it manually, it will land itself in auto mode.

A camera with 4K support and a Sony matrix is responsible for photo and video. You can control flights both from your smartphone and from the remote control. The latter is powered by a 2,600 mAh battery that is included in the package. The drone flies along the specified points and radius, and also follows the owner everywhere. The Zino Pro weighs 700 g.

2. Xiaomi FIMI X8 SE (2020)

Xiaomi has upgraded the already good FIMI X8 SE, making the gadget even better. The drone is now capable of 35-minute flights with a maximum speed of 65 km / h. The developers have expanded and improved satellite positioning, added HDR mode and night photography. With the support of the H.265 codec, it became possible to preserve the detail of the content and at the same time significantly save space on the media.

The updated X8 SE also boasts an increased control range - 8 km instead of the previous 5 km. The camera was also updated: a 12 megapixel module with 4K support (at 30 fps) received a Sony IMX378 matrix and a Hisilicon ISP chip. The remote control has not undergone any changes: all the same design, removable sticks and compatibility with all smartphones and tablets. The X8 SE (2020) weighs 765g.

3. Hubsan Zino 2

Unlike the Pro version, the Zino 2 with a 3,800 mAh battery is ready to conquer the air at a speed of 72 km / h for at least 33 minutes. The pilot has three main and five automatic modes at his disposal, with the maximum control range being 6–8 km.

Onboard the Zino 2 is a camera that the DJI Mavic Air will envy: it shoots 4K video at 60 fps. The remote control is powered by a 3,350 mAh battery and its main feature is an LCD screen. The display shows all the information you need, which is easy to see even on the sunniest day. And also, thanks to its presence, it is not necessary to get a smartphone out of your pocket. The Zino 2 weighs about 930 g.

4. DJI Mavic Mini

The champion of the selection in lightweight, which does not have to be registered: with dimensions of 160 × 202 × 55 cm, the folding drone weighs 249 g. A lively kid develops a speed of up to 47 km / h and spends about 30 minutes in the sky. Thanks to Quick Charge 2.0 support, you won't have to take too long charging pauses between flights.

The ideal travel companion has a 12MP camera with an 83 ° field of view. It shoots video in 2.7K resolution at 30 fps. The frame is smooth, and thanks to the three-axis mechanical stabilizer. The package includes a remote control with removable sticks, which works in tandem with a smartphone.

5. DJI Mavic Air 2

In calm weather, the Mavic Air 2 will stay in the air for at least 34 minutes and can accelerate to 68 km / h. The 48MP camera with 84 ° FOV and 3-axis gimbal is ready to record juicy 4K videos at 60 fps. The SmartPhoto function will help with the photo: it recognizes the surroundings and scenes, adjusting the parameters for more successful shooting. To store the captured content, there is a slot for memory cards with a capacity of up to 256 GB.

Responsible for the control is the tandem of the smartphone and the remote control, which are connected via a cable. In addition to the basic version, the Fly More Combo option is available for sale. The extended package includes two additional batteries, a hub for charging all three batteries, three pairs of propellers, three ND ‑ filters, a bag and an adapter that turns the battery into a power bank.

6. Autel Robotics EVO II

The basic version of EVO II received a 48 megapixel camera with a Sony IMX586 matrix - it shoots photos with a resolution of up to 8,000 × 6,000 pixels and video with a resolution of 7,720 × 4,320 pixels at 24 fps. The maximum speed is 72 km / h, while in the air on a single charge, the copter will last up to 40 minutes.

EVO II is extremely attentive: its 12 sensors from 30 meters can detect a potential obstacle. Moreover, up to 64 objects are simultaneously tracked, including vehicles, people and animals. For convenient data storage, there is a slot for memory cards up to 256 GB. The drone weighs 1,127 g.

7. DJI Mavic 2 Pro

The agile Mavic 2 Pro is not afraid of obstacles: the ActiveTrack system recognizes obstacles in the way in all directions, allowing the aircraft to build a trajectory on its own. The model accelerates to 72 km / h, and the maximum battery life is 31 minutes.

A 20 megapixel camera with a 1-inch CMOS matrix and a viewing angle of 77 ° is responsible for the quality of aerial photography. The OcuSync 2.0 system ensures stable 1080p video transmission over a distance of up to 8 km. You can control the drone using the remote control or through the proprietary application from a smartphone.

8. DJI Phantom 4 Pro V2.0

The drone is ready to fly without a break for up to 30 minutes, while broadcasting video with minimal delays and noise at a distance of up to 10 km. All thanks to the support of the new data transfer system OcuSync - one of the main differences between the Pro version and Pro V2.0. The maximum speed is 72 km / h.

The device supports intelligent flight modes and shoots 4K video at 60 fps. In general, the model can be attributed to the entry-level professional class. The Phantom 4 Pro V2.0 weighs 1,375 g.

9. DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise Dual

The Mavic 2 Enterprise Dual features a dual hybrid camera on a three-axis gimbal with a FLIR thermal imaging module for optical and thermal imaging. Together, they facilitate 31-minute flights at night, as well as in the morning or evening, when the street is thick with fog. In conditions of poor visibility, a bright double spotlight will help out.

The speed limit of the device is 72 km / h. The device provides password protection: an unauthorized person will not be able to control the drone or access the memory card. The takeoff weight of the Mavic 2 Enterprise Dual is 905g.

10. DJI Inspire 2

The powerful Inspire 2 reaches speeds of up to 108 km / h and recognizes obstacles from a distance of 30 meters. The model is aimed at a professional audience and allows you to shoot films, clips, reports - a 20 megapixel camera records video in 4K at 60 fps and 5, 2K at 30 fps.

Protection is also provided in the form of a dual battery system: even if one suddenly fails in flight, the drone will be able to return. In addition, there is a heating system, so you can remove it even at -20 ° C. On a single charge of the 4280 mAh battery, the copter is ready to fly for about 27 minutes. The takeoff weight of the DJI Inspire 2 is 4,250 g.