Quadcopters/Drones

If you have taken up the quadcopter hobby then you must be knowing how exciting flying these

multirotor helicopters can be. Quadcopters/drones particularly offer great pleasure if you have the

right model that is easy to navigate and maintain.

Even then, with thousands of options to choose from, choosing an ideal drone can be e difficult task

despite the fact that they all have a similar basic framework. Before setting out to purchase a drone

you need to consider various factors and feature that include:

Skill level – This is often overlooked yet it is the most important of them all. You must take into

consideration your skill level of manipulating a specific drone model. This is because all drones are

not the same despite having a similar framework. Thus, while some are suitable for beginners other

require advanced experience. The art of manipulating and keeping the drone under control is

attained with hours and days of practice where you get used to the important controls as well as

different modes.

Type of camera – Some of the drone models available on the market have an inbuilt camera while

others require that a camera is mounted on them. A model with an inbuilt camera is most ideal

because the drones are lighter. In addition, you need to also consider the resolution of the images,

the number of megapixels, the distance of the camera and the ability to angle control the camera. If

you intend to take photo during a flight then consider getting a model that supports that function.

Range of control – This is all about the remote distance. You need to establish how well you can be

able to control the quadcopter from various distance ranges. Generally, most of the drones support a

remote range of 30m, which is the furthest possible distance from which you can control your drone.

Expensive models tend to have a further range.

Battery life – This is another important factor for consideration. The last thing you want is a

quadcopter that goes dead as you begin to enjoy the game due to a short battery life. You need to

look at all aspects of the battery life that include the charging time and replacement batteries. On

average, most drones will fly for about 6 to 12 minutes before they can be charged.

Replacement options – Some of the parts may either need to be repaired or replaced. While other

models will not accommodate easy replacement hence they are rendered useless when certain parts

break. Buying a new quadcopter every so often can be quite expensive. Therefore, you may want to

consider going for those that have several replacement options. Some of the commonly replaceable

parts include:

· Propellers

· Gears

· Batteries

Additionally find out about any form of maintenance that may be needed like oiling the blades

among others things that must be done to keep the drone in shape.

Design – Drones come in different designs even as advancements in this area continue to occur at a

fast pace. For instance, some high end models come with GPS capability that allows them to adjust

or call them back to their base. Some designs also accommodate refined balance and control during

flight. Finally, dimensions and weight are also an important factor when it comes to choosing the

design. That is, heavier models require more power yet do better in the wind. In conclusion, although

choosing a drone that will meet your needs can be tasking it is possible to find a suitable model

when you take into account some of the factors discussed about.