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2017-11-21T08:09:07

Rated 5 out of 5

Phantom 3 Standard is Awesome

I love this drone it is everything I hoped it would be. I spent a considerable amount of time reviewing it before I purchased. I would highly recommend it for anyone wanting to get into drone flying.

HARVEY R.

2017-11-08T14:34:57

Rated 4 out of 5

Amazing drone. AMAZING at the price !

I'd give it a 5 but nothing is perfect. Truth is the ribbon cable going to gimbal was really squashed and other 2 cables tangled in it. I worked LONG to get it all back correct. Flys great! (Over 10 miles now). Camera works good even though it trembles and vibrates at times. (Not blades) Great drone and no regrets with it. Nothing comes close for price.

JAMES L.

2017-11-01T07:04:42

Rated 3 out of 5

undecided / unknown

The controller has issue with the left joystick , when pushed all the way down to make drone come down(reduce altitude) the stick actually stays down & does not return to middle position. I am going to evaluate before returning for replacement, because DJI wants the complete drone returned as well,, a LOT of packaging,re-boxing,shipping & time.

Gary J.

2017-10-17T09:14:34

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome

The Phantom 3 is awesome. The set up of the actual drone itself along with how easy it is to use is awesome. Highly recommended for the drone enthusiast

ACCOUNTS P.

2017-10-02T17:30:41

Rated 5 out of 5

I’m thoroughly impressed with this drone

I’m thoroughly impressed with this drone. Updated the firmware before anything. Watched some YouTube videos to get familiar with the controls. Calibrated the compass. Set auto take off. Unit takes off and hovers in place. Pull the left joystick and up and away she goes. Very stable hovering in moderate breeze. GPS does a great job holding the drone in place. The video is so amazingly stable. I’m so impressed with the 3-axis gimbal and the camera. The quality is better than 1080 (2.7 K). Flown it about 10 times so far. Transmitter charge last two or three flights. The DJI app is great. Lots of information. I tried the auto return to home yesterday and it worked as advertised. Love it.

RAMON F.

2017-09-27T09:42:26

Rated 5 out of 5

Best Bundle Purchase !

I shopped around on line and in stores near me , My son-in-law recommended i try your store and i found that you had the best price period for the hole package i was looking for ! Glad to have found a outlet that has such a large inventory of cameras ... just learning how to fly is a great bit of fun thanks to you guys.. regards Randy

Randy J.

2017-09-11T10:44:24

Rated 5 out of 5

Great machine!!

I was once an FAA flight instructor, when I fly the phantom It's like I'm back in the sky again! Love the GPS And camera. Controls are responsive and the phantom Responds beautifully!!

Richard O.

2017-08-16T11:46:10

Rated 5 out of 5

Love Adorama

Adorama is the best company! I love Adorama! Love it!!

Avery C.

2017-07-05T21:07:46

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazed

Yes I recommend this product. When I first ordered I was worried about how the pictures would turn out but they are great the quality of the pictures it takes are amazing!

Cavan R.

2017-06-27T10:36:55

Rated 3 out of 5

Too complicated to connect with phone

First I couldn't get it to operate off of an old tablet we had in stock; so I bought a new phone. Now the new phone says it needs updates. I am not a computer person. I just want to take aerial photographs for my advertisers.

George D.

2017-03-04T06:57:39

Rated 5 out of 5

Was very pleased

We received a defective product the first time but the customer service team was great working with return and then our new product was on back order but we were notified weekly of the status and now we have our product and it works amazing! Only complaint was several times I called it was hard to understand the person on the phone due to where they were from.

David s.

2017-01-27T09:42:13

Rated 5 out of 5

Great quadcopter

I am very happy with the DJI Phantom 3 Quadcopter. I'll be flying it in Northern MI this summer.

JERRY N.

2017-01-11T03:23:58

Rated 4 out of 5

Nice

Having fun. Working well. Documentation could be improved

jack s.

2017-01-09T21:01:35

Rated 5 out of 5

Drone fun

Never thought I'd purchase a drone. And that's true now. Purchased for my son at Xmas. Well worth the cost. It's an amazing device, and easy to use. It's a lot of fun.

JOHN P.

2017-01-09T11:42:55

Rated 5 out of 5

Easy to fly and great video!

This is so easy to fly. Charged battery, installed app and away she flew. I bought this to pair with my DSLR to make short films. Having a drone like this will give my movies size and scope - thus making them appear to be made on a bigger budget then they were. Took my buddy out and he fell in love. Plus at this price it's a no-brainer.

Richard W.

2017-01-06T10:46:14

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Drone for Beginner or Hobbyiest

I believe the Phantom 3 Standard drone is be best value for the price out there. It doesn't have all the fancy features of some of the higher end drones but it has everything you need for basic drone flight and quality photos/video. It has GPS positioning for reliable hoovering ability and a number of safety features including return-to-home and for low battery or lost connection. The DJI Go app makes operating the drone and capturing, saving, and sharing media easy. I recommend this drone to anyone.

Thomas S.

2017-01-05T10:22:42

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent Service

I received my drone 3 days before Christmas and it was nicely packaged and delivery was excellent. thank you,

Dennis P.

2017-01-05T05:24:27

Rated 5 out of 5

great clown

Highly recommend this clown. It preforms very well

Richard J.

2017-01-04T10:53:07

Rated 5 out of 5

Fantastic drone

This drone is awesome, especially for the price. I was afraid I would miss not having the 4K camera and the extended range, but I can honestly say that I don't miss them too much. There is just so much to love about this drone. The HUD on the iphone app is amazing, and gives lots of detail. The drone is very stable in reasonably windy conditions, and takes great photos and videos for most applications. The Point-Of-Interest feature creates awesome pans around a given spot or area - you can adjust the height, diameter, and speed. Sure, there are things I would like to have on this drove - like some sort of night vision or powerful lights for night flying (not very practical, and not something found on any drone I know of), a servo that would allow a button push or mechanical arm to be attached (again, not practical but it would be fun), added flight time (can just buy more batteries), additional range (there are kits to extent the range, but I don't think its that big of a problem - the range is still fantastic), the ability to fly in the rain (not practical, I know - but that tells you how much I enjoy the drone, that its a bummer when I can't fly it because its raining outside). The range easily reaches 400 ft high and 1000 ft away. Signal strength is indicated by the HUD, and the drone will "come home" if it loses signal. There are a ton of features I still have yet to try. If you've got the money to spend, go for the Phantom 4 (or one of the higher priced 3's). But if you are wanting great bang for the buck, you should not shy away from the 3 Standard. It is awesome.

Jonathan S.

2016-12-28T08:10:39

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect for a beginner

Bought for our 9 year old. Was worried it would be too complicated, but he was flying it in no time. Looks sturdy, controls are easy to understand. Highly recommend.

Terry E.

2016-12-27T15:11:09

Rated 5 out of 5

Am very happy with my purchase

ordered this product late, but it arrived on time. when we unboxed it, everything worked just as it supposed to. Am very happy with my purchase.

larry w.

2016-12-26T10:07:34

Rated 5 out of 5

More fun than you can imagine! This is an incredible drone.

Fantastic drone. Very easy to fly. I strongly recommend first viewing the numerous youtube videos about setup, flight tips, etc. They are very helpful. I spent a few hours viewing the videos and reading reviews before flying because you cannot afford even one mistake. By the time you first take flight you will feel more prepared. This is incredible fun, and the video is amazing! I shold also mention that my phone is a Samsung Galaxy S7 android and the interface with the drone has worked flawlessly. I have had no problem whatsoever.

Earl S.

2016-12-21T16:28:45

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome

Awesome beginner quad. 2.7k is more than enough. 500m range is almost out of site so no big deal.

LINDSEY M.

2016-12-13T10:58:12

Rated 5 out of 5

Just buy it, it is worth it.

The DJI Phantom 3 Standard is everything a beginner and a seasoned veteran R/C'er will want. It will fly itself, take off and even land by itself if you want. If not, you can man the controls and fly with or without gps assistance. The camera is clear and responsive. Don't hesitate to buy this. If you are reading this, you already are wanting a drone. This one CANNOT be beat for the money.

CHAD J.

2016-12-13T10:53:45

Rated 5 out of 5

Don't hesitate, just buy it... it's worth it

I have flown R/C helicopters and planes for almost two decades. I truly expected the DJI Phantom 3 Standard to be almost the same to fly as a helicopter. I was plsently surprised. The Phantom 3 Standard is perfect for both beginner and seasoned R/C'er. This can be flown by anyone, even if they have never touched an R/C model. It truly will fly itself if you want it to. The camera is 2.7k and really shines and is perfectly stable. Adorama shipped it on Monday and I received it on Thursday. Thanks Adorama and thanks DJI. Don't second guess buying this, just go ahead and then thank me later.lol

CHAD J.

2016-12-13T10:33:51

Rated 5 out of 5

Love photos

Love the movies with the camera and controls of my iPhone.

Joe A.

2016-12-12T10:19:01

Rated 5 out of 5

Fun, fun, fun!

Easy to set up, easy to fly and just plain fun! My plans are to get my pilot license and use my drone for commercial real estate.

RANDALL H.

2016-12-12T08:25:27

Rated 4 out of 5

Tons of fun

I've always wanted to do aerial photography. Finally these got affordable and I'd been wanting one for years. It's easy to fly, has good flight time, good camera controls and navigation options. Very steady in wind. If money was no object I'd get a Mavic for portability.. That's the main disadvantage of the Phantom 3, but otherwise it's a joy to use. Video looks great. Stills are ok, but I'm not sure if that's my lack of experience or the camera. Not quite up to my M43 set up, but with a little tweaking in adobe Lightroom they are pretty good, but not as good as I expected....still it's a very affordable way to get aerial photos/video. Prop guards are time consuming to install, but recommended for beginners, but then defeats the need for a backpack.

STEVE F.

2016-12-07T08:26:39

Rated 5 out of 5

A Great Starter "High-End" Quad

After having flown the toy-like quads for a while (Syma products, mainly), I wanted to step up to something which really enabled aerial video and photography. I learned to fly using devices with short range (100m or less) and no stabilization, no GPS, or any failsafes. This is a great way to get the feel of flying. Sure, you get a better experience in every way with the Mavic Pro, but it's also backordered and twice the price. This is a great basic device. It has a fantastic camera (rock-solid stable, no lens distortion, and good colors) and is dead-simple to fly. Put it somewhere, it stays there. What a change from the low-end world! Also, it's fast. I got it up to 35mph with the wind. For what this device has, it's a great deal. However, know that you're passing up on many key features of newer devices. Range: No Lightbridge, meaning, it only goes about a half mile in good conditions (wifi, cell towers, power lines, and buildings all reduce range). New ones can do 3 miles plus. Size: This is a big device, and you're not taking it "on the trail". Battery: It's a few minutes less than the newer ones, about 20 minutes with decent wind, more in calmer conditions. Smarts: It has no avoidance or indoor flying features that new ones have. This is strictly an outdoor device, best flown with plenty of open space. I'm giving it 5 stars because for its price, it's great. If you have the money to spare, go for the Phantom 4 or Mavic Pro. It's this, but better.

ELLEN W.

2016-12-06T09:56:58

Rated 5 out of 5

This was a great drone for the price, you get a lot for the money and you can always move up to a more featured drone and have this as a backup.

Very happy with my purchase, just what I needed

heyward t.

DJI Phantom 3 Specifications

  • Additional Included Items

    DJI 1 Year Limited Warranty on Central Board, DJI 1 Year Limited Warranty on Remote Control (Transmitter), DJI 6 Month Limited Warranty or 200 Cycle Battery on Flight Battery (whichever Comes First), DJI 6 Month Limited Warranty on Gimbal/Camera, DJI 6 Month Limited Warranty on Motors

  • Max. Ascent Speed

    5 m/s

  • Max. Descent Speed

    3 m/s

  • Max. Speed

    16 m/s (ATTI mode, no wind)

  • Max. Altitude Above Sea Level

    6000m

  • Max. Flight Time

    Approx. 25 minutes

  • Operating Temperature

    32 - 104°F (0°C - 40°C)

  • Operating Temperature

    32 - 104°F (0°C - 40°C)

  • GPS Mode

    Satellite navigation system

  • Gimbal

    Controllable Range: Pitch: -90° to 30°
    Angular Vibration Range: +/-0.02°

  • Camera

    Sensor: 1/2/3" Effective pixels: 12 M
    Lens: FOV (Field of View) 94°20mm (35mm format equivalent f/2.8
    ISO Range: 100~3200 (video) 1600 (photo)
    Electronic Shutter Speed: 8s~1/8000s
    Image Max Size: 4000 x 3000

  • Still Photography Modes

    Single Shot
    Burst Shooting: 3/5/7 frames
    Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 3/5
    Bracketed Frames at 0.7EV Bias
    Time-lapse

  • Video Recording Modes

    UHD: 2.7K: 2704 x 1520p 30 (29.97)
    FHD: 1920 x 1080p 24/25/30
    HD: 1280 x 720p 24/25/30/48/50/60

  • Max.Video Bitrate

    40 Mbps

  • Supported File Formats

    Micro SD Card: FAT32/exFAT
    Photo: JPEG, DNG
    Video: MP4, MOV (MPEG-4 AVC)

  • Supported SD Card Types

    Micro SD Card 8 GB included

  • Wi-Fi Video Link

    Operating Frequency: 2.400 GHz 2.483 GHz
    Max Transmission Distance: FCC: 1000m; CE: 500m (outdoors and unobstructed, aircraft's altitude at 400 feet (120m))
    Transmitter Power (EIRP): FCC: 27 dBm; CE: 20 dBm

  • Remote Controller

    Operating Frequency: 5.725 GHz 5.825 GHz, 922.7 MHz 927.7 MHz (Japan)
    Max Transmission Distance: FCC: 1000m; CE: 500m (outdoors and unobstructed, aircraft's altitude at 400 feet (120m))
    Operating Temperature: 32 - 104°F (0°C - 40°C)
    Battery: 2600 mAh LiPo 18650
    Transmitter Power (EIRP): FCC: 19 dBm, CE: 14 dBm
    Working Voltage: 600 mA at 3.7V
    Charging Port: Micro USB

  • Battery

    Intelligent Flight Battery ( PH3-4480 mAh-15.2 V )
    Capacity: 4480 mAh
    Voltage: 15.2 V
    Battery Type: LiPo 4S
    Energy: 68 Wh
    New Weight: 365g
    Max Flight Time: Approximately 25 minutes
    Operating Temperature: 32 - 104°F (0°C - 40°C)
    Max Charging Power: 100 W

  • App / Live View

    Mobile App: DJI GO
    EIRP: 100mW
    Live View Working Frequency: 2.4GHz ISM
    Live View Quality; 720P at 30fps (depending on conditions and mobile device)
    Latency; Low Latency Video (depending on conditions and mobile device)
    Required Operating Systems: iOS 8.0 or later

  • Recommended Devices for App / Live View

    iOS: iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad Air, iPad Air Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 2 Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 3, and iPad mini 3 Wi-Fi + Cellular. This app is optimized for iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus
    Android version coming soon

  • Weight

    Aircraft (including battery): 2.68 lbs (1216g)

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FEATURED REVIEWS

Easy to fly and great video!

By Richard W.

This is so easy to fly. Charged battery, installed app and away she flew. I bought this to pair with my DSLR to make short films. Having a drone like this will give my movies size and scope - thus making them appear to be made on a bigger budget then they were. Took my buddy out and he fell in love. Plus at this price it's a no-brainer.

Fantastic drone

By Jonathan S.

This drone is awesome, especially for the price. I was afraid I would miss not having the 4K camera and the extended range, but I can honestly say that I don't miss them too much. There is just so much to love about this drone. The HUD on the iphone app is amazing, and gives lots of detail. The drone is very stable in reasonably windy conditions, and takes great photos and videos for most applications. The Point-Of-Interest feature creates awesome pans around a given spot or area - you can ad...

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Discover Flight
Safe, easy, and fun to fly, the Phantom 3 Standard makes it possible for everyone to reach for the sky. With an intuitive flight system, built-in camera, live HD view, and more, the Phantom 3 Standard gives you everything you need to fly.

Easy to Fly - An intelligent flight system automatically keeps your Phantom 3 Standard in the air and under your control.
Amazing Images - Take stunning 2.7K HD videos and 12 Megapixel photos with the integrated aerial camera.
Stable Footage - DJI's advanced gimbal stabilization technology gives you movie-quality results no matter how you fly.
Enjoy the View - A live video feed gives you a 720P HD real-time view of what your camera sees right on your mobile device.
Peace of Mind - Fly up to 25 minutes on a single charge, and the Intelligent Flight Battery will automatically remind you when power is running low.

Automatic Flight Assistant
Fly with absolute freedom and confidence, knowing your Phantom 3 Standard will return to you at the press of a button. Built-in GPS records your Phantom's takeoff point and remembers it as you fly. Then at your command, or if the control signal is ever lost, your Phantom comes back to you instantly.

Your Phantom 3 Standard stays stable and under your control at all times during flight. After takeoff, it automatically hovers in place, waiting for your command. It then effortlessly changes altitude or direction at the flick of a finger. When you want it to stop, it again pauses and hovers, waiting for your next instruction.

Your Flying Camera
Record moments that you want to remember forever, and share those moments in an unforgettable way. The Phantom 3 Standard gives you an all new perspective of sports, parties, and family events with a built-in camera that captures sharp, vivid 2.7K HD video and 12 megapixel photos.

Shaky photos and video can ruin even the most impressive scenes. Keeping the camera perfectly stable is a precision engineered 3-axis gimbal, giving your footage a little movie magic. As the Phantom tilts and turns, the gimbal holds the camera flat and level, eliminating all unwanted shake.
• 2.7K HD Video
• 12 Megapixel Photos
• 3-Axis Gimbal

A View from Above
See exactly what your camera sees with a live HD video feed right on your mobile device. The Phantom 3 Standard creates its own WiFi network that streams a real-time view from the camera. Frame your shots, watch the world below, and see everything from a new perspective.

Intuitive, Powerful Flight
Enjoy the thrill of flight as you speed through the air. Powerful, responsive motors send your Phantom soaring exactly on the path you want. Stop in place, speed up, or fly higher in an instant.

Curved DJI electromagnets are used to spin the motors at high, controllable speeds - all by using magnetic force, without any physical contact, to increase durability. Advances in efficiency and reliability push the limits of current technology and give you longer flights.

Ultimate Control
Full control is in your hands with a remote controller built specifically for the Phantom 3 Standard. Precise control sticks command flight, while a dial lets you tilt the camera to see more. With a built-in rechargeable battery, a clamp to hold your mobile device, and a range extender for up to 1/2 mile (1km) range, this powerful remote makes flying easy and fun.

Unique Mobile App
Snap photos and record videos with just a tap thanks to a mobile app that turns your device into a camera controller, flight cockpit, and more. The DJI GO app makes you feel as though the camera is right in your hands, allowing you to see a live view, control the shutter, change settings, and access a wealth of unmissable features:

• Automatic video editor that helps you create a new movie in seconds
• User-friendly interface for controlling the camera and flight settings
• Live map and radar that tracks your Phantom 3 Standard as it flies
• Full flight telemetry including current speed, altitude, and distance
• Flight logs to record and remember your best moments

More Flying, More Fun
Fly for up to 25 minutes on a single charge. The patented DJI Intelligent Flight Battery continuously tells you exactly how long you can continue flying, based on how far and at what altitude you are, and it alerts you when it's time to head back. This information is streamed live to the GO app on your mobile device.

Recharging is quick and easy, and bright LED indicators tell you current status and power level. A protective plastic housing helps prevent damage and contains intelligent sensors that make your battery worry-free while extending the life of your battery.

What's in the box:

  • DJI Phantom 3 Standard Quadcopter Aircraft
  • 3-Axis Gimbal
  • UHD Video Camera
  • Remote Controller
  • 8 Propellers
  • Intelligent Flight Battery
  • Charger
  • Power Cable
  • 64GB microSD
  • Landing Gear Pads
  • USB Cable