{"id":56420,"date":"2019-03-22T11:24:54","date_gmt":"2019-03-22T15:24:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/?p=56420"},"modified":"2019-03-22T11:24:54","modified_gmt":"2019-03-22T15:24:54","slug":"best-drone-for-photography-an-updated-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/best-drone-for-photography-an-updated-list\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Drone for Photography: An Updated List"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drones have been the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/drones-the-hottest-new-trend-in-photography\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hottest trend in photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> over the past few years, t<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hanks to the production not only of more user-friendly and highly intelligent drones, but also of more capable gimbal cameras with very impressive optics. The photography industry may never outgrow land-based photography, but aerial photography certainly presents unique challenges and offers new creative outlets for both aspiring and professional photographers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With this year\u2019s available range of surprisingly compact consumer and pro-level drones, any aspiring drone photographer can capture images from any height and angle\u2014as long as they obtain the necessary permits and stay within legal UAV boundaries. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you can imagine, the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sky\u2019s the limit when it comes to your photographic (and cinematic) output, particularly if you work with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/what-are-the-best-drones-with-4k-cameras\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drones equipped with 4K cameras<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So if you\u2019re looking to take your photography to a whole new level, check out some of these best drones for taking pictures.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Best Drones for Aerial Photography<\/strong><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_56516\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-56516\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-56516\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/drone-photography-aerial-jassim-vailoces-371831-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"drone photography aerial\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/drone-photography-aerial-jassim-vailoces-371831-unsplash.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/drone-photography-aerial-jassim-vailoces-371831-unsplash-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/drone-photography-aerial-jassim-vailoces-371831-unsplash-825x465.jpg 825w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-56516\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo by&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/kAjrml-a8R0?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Jassim Vailoces<\/a>&nbsp;on&nbsp;Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re pushing your creative limits or hoping to venture into professional aerial photography, these popular camera drones can help your career reach new heights.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-56422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/djii2c.jpg\" alt=\"DJI Inspire 2 best drone for photography\" width=\"864\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/djii2c.jpg 864w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/djii2c-300x174.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 864px) 100vw, 864px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/djii2c.html\">DJI Inspire 2 with Zenmuse X5S<\/a>&nbsp;(<span class=\"dynamic-data\" data-type=\"price\" data-sku=\"DJII2C\"><\/span>)<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a class=\"tn-read-more\" href=\"http:\/\/www.adorama.com\/djii2c.html\">Buy Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Inspire 2 is just one of the many popular models from the leading manufacturer of consumer drones, DJI. It succeeds the ground-breaking Inspire 1 and offers more than the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">brand\u2019s trademark features \u2014 it includes the Zenmuse X5S camera. With reliable gimbal stabilization on three axes, sharp photos and videos are assured, even when this aerial photography drone is flying at top speeds.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The drone has DJI\u2019s sophisticated FlightAutonomy System, which enables Intelligent Flight Modes that ensure super easy, auto-pilot controls. These include object tracking, so you don\u2019t have to worry about flying it when you need to focus on framing your photos, as well as obstacle sensing and avoidance, which makes it ideal even for indoor drone photography.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b>Key Specifications:<\/b><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DJI Zenmuse X5S 15mm f\/1.7 Camera<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3-Axis Gimbal Stabilization Technology<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20.8MP Micro Four Thirds CMOS Sensor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CineCore 2.0 Image Processing System<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20MP Photos \/ Cinema 4K Videos at 60fps <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to 27 Minutes of Flight Time<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maximum Flight Speed of 108kph<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maximum Takeoff Weight of 4kg<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FlightAutonomy System with Intelligent Flight Modes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obstacle Sensing and Avoidance<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-56423\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/djim2pro.jpg\" alt=\"DJI Mavic 2 Pro best drone for photography\" width=\"974\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/djim2pro.jpg 974w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/djim2pro-300x154.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 974px) 100vw, 974px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/djim2pro.html\">DJI Mavic 2 Pro<\/a>&nbsp;(<span class=\"dynamic-data\" data-type=\"price\" data-sku=\"DJIM2PRO\"><\/span>)<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a class=\"tn-read-more\" href=\"http:\/\/www.adorama.com\/djim2pro.html\">Buy Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Released just a little over a year ago in August 2018, the Mavic 2 Pro is the much-awaited update to the Mavic Pro. It was released alongside the Mavic 2 Zoom, but the Mavic 2 Pro features a bigger 1-inch CMOS sensor that captures 20-megapixel photos and ultra HD 4K videos at 30p.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What we love about the Mavic 2 Pro is its creative photo modes \u2014 notably Hyperlapse, which allows the drone to steadily capture multiple photos and process them to create very impressive time lapses with just a tap of a button. Its HyperLight feature and maximum ISO sensitivity range of 12,800 also make it great for shooting dramatic sunsets and other low-light conditions. <\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b>Key Specifications:<\/b><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hasselblad L1D-20c 28mm f\/2.8-f\/11 Camera<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3-Axis Gimbal Stabilization Technology<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20MP 1-Inch CMOS Sensor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20MP Photos \/ UHD 4K Videos at 30p <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to 31 Minutes of Flight Time<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maximum Flight Speed of 72kph (Sport Mode)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maximum Takeoff Weight of 907g<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omnidirectional Sensing with Object Avoidance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hyperlapse and HyperLight Photo Modes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-56427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/yuntyhprbpus.jpg\" alt=\"Yuneec Typhoon H Plus best drone for photography\" width=\"825\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/yuntyhprbpus.jpg 825w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/yuntyhprbpus-300x182.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/yuntyhprbpus.html\">Yuneec Typhoon H Plus<\/a>&nbsp;(<span class=\"dynamic-data\" data-type=\"price\" data-sku=\"YUNTYHPRBPUS\"><\/span>)<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a class=\"tn-read-more\" href=\"http:\/\/www.adorama.com\/yuntyhprbpus.html\">Buy Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Yuneec Typhoon H was one of the best drones for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/introduction-to-real-estate-drone-photography\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">real estate drone photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, alongside the more popular Phantom 4 Pro. But with the arrival of the upgrade, the Typhoon H Plus, seasoned drone photographers can now enjoy a more powerful camera that boasts a larger 1-inch CMOS sensor and 20 effective megapixels. Given the complications of shooting images from a moving aircraft, all the extra resolution is beneficial for the production of highly detailed images.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complementing the optics are the drone\u2019s Intel-powered sensing technologies, like collision avoidance and a variety of object tracking capabilities, as well as its stable six-rotor frame. Together, these key features allow you to focus on your photography and help you protect your investment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b>Key Specifications:<\/b><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">f\/2.8 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilized Camera<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20MP 1-Inch CMOS Sensor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20MP Photos \/ Cinema 4K Videos at 60fps <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to 30 Minutes of Flight Time<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maximum Flight Speed of 48kph<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maximum Takeoff Weight of 2.09kg<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intel RealSense Technology<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-56428\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/parpf728000_1.jpg\" alt=\"Parrot ANAFI best drone for photography\" width=\"926\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/parpf728000_1.jpg 926w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/parpf728000_1-300x162.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 926px) 100vw, 926px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/parpf728000.html\">Parrot Anafi<\/a>&nbsp;(<span class=\"dynamic-data\" data-type=\"price\" data-sku=\"PARPF728000\"><\/span>)<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a class=\"tn-read-more\" href=\"http:\/\/www.adorama.com\/parpf728000.html\">Buy Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Characterized by its 4K camera and foldable, lightweight frame, the Parrot Anafi joins the ranks of the more popular compact photography drones on the market. Aside from having a significantly more affordable price tag, its 1\/2.4-Inch CMOS sensor and 23-69mm f\/2.4 low-dispersion aspherical lens offer a slightly higher max resolution of 21.5 megapixels \u2014 the highest on this list.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But with outstanding characteristics often comes a few compromises. In this case, the Anafi has ditched the sensors to help keep the aircraft portable and affordable. And for many beginner aerial photographers, it\u2019s just enough of what they need to capture spectacular stills in wide open areas.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b>Key Specifications:<\/b><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23-69mm f\/2.4 ASPH Lens <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3-Axis Hybrid Gimbal Stabilization Technology<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21.5MP 1\/2.4-Inch CMOS Sensor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21MP Photos \/ Cinema 4K Videos at 24fps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to 25 Minutes of Flight Time<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maximum Flight Speed of 55kph<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maximum Takeoff Weight of 320g<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Artificial Intelligence with Automated Flight Modes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-56429\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/djimar.jpg\" alt=\"DJI Mavic Air best drone for photography\" width=\"900\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/djimar.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/djimar-300x167.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/djimar.html\">DJI Mavic Air<\/a>&nbsp;(<span class=\"dynamic-data\" data-type=\"price\" data-sku=\"DJIMAR\"><\/span>)<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a class=\"tn-read-more\" href=\"http:\/\/www.adorama.com\/djimar.html\">Buy Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Mavic Air is another wildly popular DJI drone, despite having a more humble 12-megapixel aerial camera. What users love about it is the aircraft\u2019s (and controller\u2019s) innovative, foldable design, which makes it convenient and all the more fun to use. There are sensors all around it so it can identify and even plot a course to avoid obstacles on its own.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One thing you\u2019ll instantly want to try with the Mavic Air is its panoramic photo modes. Aside from being able to produce horizontal, vertical, and 180-degree panoramas, it\u2019s capable of creating clear 32-megapixel sphere panoramas by stitching 25 photos in just eight seconds. Enjoy viewing them with the use of DJI Goggles or share them online for your friends to see. It\u2019s definitely a great option for enthusiasts who want a DJI drone, minus the bulk and cost.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b>Key Specifications:<\/b><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24mm f\/2.8 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilized Camera<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12MP 1\/2.3-Inch CMOS Sensor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12MP Photos \/ UHD 4K Videos at 30p <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to 21 Minutes of Flight Time<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maximum Flight Speed of 68.4kph (Sport Mode)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maximum Takeoff Weight of 430g<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3-Directional Environment Sensing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">32MP Sphere Panoramas <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-56426\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/pvrpey10a.jpg\" alt=\"PowerVision PowerEye best drone for photography\" width=\"1350\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/pvrpey10a.jpg 1350w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/pvrpey10a-300x111.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/pvrpey10a-1024x379.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1350px) 100vw, 1350px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/pvrpey10a.html\">PowerVision PowerEye<\/a>&nbsp;(<span class=\"dynamic-data\" data-type=\"price\" data-sku=\"PVRPEY10A\"><\/span>)<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a class=\"tn-read-more\" href=\"http:\/\/www.adorama.com\/pvrpey10a.html\">Buy Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The PowerVision PowerEye has a Micro Four Thirds camera sensor that rivals that of the Zenmuse X5S on the Inspire 2. If you\u2019re looking for non-DJI options, its 16.1-megapixel photo and Cinema 4K 24p video resolutions are already more than what beginners would need to produce high-quality aerial imagery for a wide range of applications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It already has the Panasonic Lumix G 14mm f\/2.5 ASPH lens included, but the drone also allows the use of interchangeable lenses \u2014 namely the Olympus M.Zuiko ED 14-42mm f\/3.5-5.6 EZ zoom lens as well as the M.Zuiko 17mm, 25mm f1.8, and M.Zuiko 45mm f1.8 prime lenses \u2014 so you can choose your desired angle of view. The control app and remote controller are also easier to use for drone beginners.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b>Key Specifications:<\/b><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Panasonic Lumix G 14mm f\/2.5 ASPH Lens<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3-Axis Gimbal Stabilization Technology<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16.1MP Micro Four Thirds Sensor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16MP Photos \/ Cinema 4K Videos at 24p<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to 29.5 Minutes of Flight Time<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maximum Flight Speed of 64.8kph (Pro Mode)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maximum Takeoff Weight of 3.95kg<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Object Detection Technology<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Feature photo by&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/j8CcWE0ERGw?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">ShareGrid<\/a>&nbsp;on&nbsp;<\/em><em>Unsplash<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Drones have been the hottest trend in photography over the past few years, thanks to the production not only of more user-friendly and highly intelligent drones, but also of more capable gimbal cameras with very impressive optics. 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