The Drones Thread - Reviews, Tips, Advice

jkrishnakj · 10th January 2021, 12:34

It’s really frustrating now, with the limits. Thanks Vaibzi, I’ll try this and see if it indeed works.

Ever since the height limit came in, my flying enthusiasm has dropped drastically. Now, all hopes in this workaround.

ashish2135 · 10th January 2021, 14:34

I finally bought the DJI Tello Combo in August 2020. The still photo quality is good but the video quality is only acceptable. The range is quite limited and the drone stability is an issue, it does not inspire a lot of confidence. I plan to get a USB powered Wifi Range extender and a third party app to increase the range and height.

Now I understand why there is such a price difference between the Tello and Mavic Mini. However, for just 11k, the Tello is value for money for people like me who are just experimenting with drones and aerial photography.

After learning how to use the drone and understanding the basic flight controls I used it during an outing to Burudih Dam, Ghatsila.
Some still shots below.
The village kids were quite amused by the drone

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My highway cruiser amidst the Burudih backdrop

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Maverick Avi · 28th March 2021, 19:13

I was contemplating buying DJI Tello knowing all its limitations. But then on my recent trip to Goa I saw a couple using DJI Mavic Air and I was floored seeing its stability in strong sea breeze along with the video and still capability. Now DJI Mavic Air 2 is also available but I am yet to see it retail on Amazon. I would say spending 25k extra on Mavic Air is definitely worth it. Tello is more like a toy and I am sure photography enthusiasts would outgrow it soon due to sub par video/still capability.

If you are remotely interested in acquiring a drone anytime soon and looking at Tello as a starting option I would highly recommend upgrading your purchase to Mavic Air/Air 2.

jkrishnakj · 28th March 2021, 19:20

The DJI Mavic’s are retailing at astronomical prices these days. The Mini Combo is almost at a Lakh in Amazon. Not sure what’s causing such a steep increase in prices these days.

arpanjha · 19th April 2021, 07:14

Quote:

Originally Posted by jkrishnakj

It’s really frustrating now, with the limits. Thanks Vaibzi, I’ll try this and see if it indeed works.

Ever since the height limit came in, my flying enthusiasm has dropped drastically. Now, all hopes in this workaround.

This works.
I will post a few pictures taken last week for you guys to believe. The workaround is quite easily available on the internet.
Pardon me for the boring pictures, I just got hold of my mini 2 just last week, and I will be taking nice pictures soon and share here, this was from the first high flight.

arpanjha · 9th May 2021, 12:10

Some pictures I took this morning

ottocycle · 9th May 2021, 13:16

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Originally Posted by arpanjha

Some pictures I took this morning

Those are some really great pictures. May I know what is the place?

Edit: Found it. Vivekanand Setu. https://www.google.com/maps/@22.6525.../data=!3m1!1e3

arpanjha · 9th May 2021, 15:25

Here is a small video compilation I made from this morning. Hope fellow Bhpians like.

https://youtu.be/8r5KhPDtqEY

Maverick Avi · 15th May 2021, 13:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by arpanjha

This works.
I will post a few pictures taken last week for you guys to believe. The workaround is quite easily available on the internet.
Pardon me for the boring pictures, I just got hold of my mini 2 just last week, and I will be taking nice pictures soon and share here, this was from the first high flight.

From where did you get it in India? I am finding it hard to find it in retail. And what is the cost?

arpanjha · 15th May 2021, 23:10

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Originally Posted by Maverick Avi

From where did you get it in India? I am finding it hard to find it in retail. And what is the cost?

I got it through a friend. I have confirmed sources who have got it from S. K. Electronics in Mumbai and M. M. Photography stores in Kolkata. Should cost you around 52-60k for the fly more combo. For details you can PM me.

AZT · 16th June 2021, 20:21

Good article I came across today.

Over-regulation has clipped the wings of drones in India

Quote:

Most of us think of drones in a purely recreational context. We see them as user-friendly gadgets with which amateurs can shoot Spielberg-esque aerial footage and which can be raced over dizzyingly-challenging courses using first-person-view headsets. But drones have a utility far beyond the recreational.

Read more - https://www.livemint.com/opinion/col...772152040.html - Paywall
https://newzhawker.in/index.php/2021...indian-drones/ - Free

logicalidiot · 15th July 2021, 21:47

I've always wanted to record birds eye view of our beautiful landscapes and surroundings in the country. The idea of buying a drone and learning to capture cinematic shots has been bugging me for long. But I was never in a situation to buy one of my own. Now with the pandemic around, and a little too much time to think, I kind of decided to buy an entry level drone. The first option which came into my mind was the obvious DJI Mini 2. My plan is to get it from Dubai and bring it through my relatives as it is way cheaper. I had several questions relating to import of drones, carrying them on flight, customs etc. but all these are secondary concerns at the moment.

My major concern is the height which it can fly. I'm sure most of you would be aware of the 15m altitude limit for nano drones in India. This is a bummer and it makes no sense to buy the Mini 2 if it does not let you go any higher. Are there any workarounds for this? I did find some methods on YouTube but it seemed cumbersome and was only a temporary solution.

Bhp'ians, would love to get your opinions on this.

ninjatalli · 10th August 2021, 20:37

Any feedback/views on this site www.xboom.in for availing DJI Mavic Mini 2 drones?

Mavic Mini 1 fly more combo: 59k
Mavic Mini 2 fly more combo: 69k

They are offering multiple payment options including cash on delivery. Bangalore (and Delhi offices) based so might actually work out. Will try giving them a call tomorrow, but any feedback is appreciated.

arpanjha · 12th September 2021, 22:42

I shot a few videos today around the eastern fringes of the city of joy Kolkata, complied them on the iMovie app. Proper full HD content. The quality is appreciable when watched on an HD TV or similar. Hope you all like.
It was all shot at the government restricted 15M height.

https://youtu.be/n1Z7HRFSu8A

arpanjha · 13th September 2021, 22:33

Quote:

Originally Posted by ninjatalli

Any feedback/views on this site www.xboom.in for availing DJI Mavic Mini 2 drones?

Mavic Mini 1 fly more combo: 59k
Mavic Mini 2 fly more combo: 69k

They are offering multiple payment options including cash on delivery. Bangalore (and Delhi offices) based so might actually work out. Will try giving them a call tomorrow, but any feedback is appreciated.

Any update Ninja? Finally when are you getting yours?

10th January 2021, 12:34	#136
jkrishnakj Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,667 Thanked: 4,139 Times	Re: The Drones Thread - Reviews, Tips, Advice It’s really frustrating now, with the limits. Thanks Vaibzi, I’ll try this and see if it indeed works. Ever since the height limit came in, my flying enthusiasm has dropped drastically. Now, all hopes in this workaround.
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10th January 2021, 14:34	#137
ashish2135 BHPian Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Jamshedpur Posts: 132 Thanked: 514 Times	Re: The Drones Thread - Reviews, Tips, Advice I finally bought the DJI Tello Combo in August 2020. The still photo quality is good but the video quality is only acceptable. The range is quite limited and the drone stability is an issue, it does not inspire a lot of confidence. I plan to get a USB powered Wifi Range extender and a third party app to increase the range and height. Now I understand why there is such a price difference between the Tello and Mavic Mini. However, for just 11k, the Tello is value for money for people like me who are just experimenting with drones and aerial photography. After learning how to use the drone and understanding the basic flight controls I used it during an outing to Burudih Dam, Ghatsila. Some still shots below. The village kids were quite amused by the drone My highway cruiser amidst the Burudih backdrop
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28th March 2021, 19:13	#138
Maverick Avi BHPian Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: New Delhi Posts: 270 Thanked: 595 Times	Re: The Drones Thread - Reviews, Tips, Advice I was contemplating buying DJI Tello knowing all its limitations. But then on my recent trip to Goa I saw a couple using DJI Mavic Air and I was floored seeing its stability in strong sea breeze along with the video and still capability. Now DJI Mavic Air 2 is also available but I am yet to see it retail on Amazon. I would say spending 25k extra on Mavic Air is definitely worth it. Tello is more like a toy and I am sure photography enthusiasts would outgrow it soon due to sub par video/still capability. If you are remotely interested in acquiring a drone anytime soon and looking at Tello as a starting option I would highly recommend upgrading your purchase to Mavic Air/Air 2.
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28th March 2021, 19:20	#139
jkrishnakj Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,667 Thanked: 4,139 Times	Re: The Drones Thread - Reviews, Tips, Advice The DJI Mavic’s are retailing at astronomical prices these days. The Mini Combo is almost at a Lakh in Amazon. Not sure what’s causing such a steep increase in prices these days.
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9th May 2021, 12:10	#141
arpanjha BHPian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Kolkata Posts: 362 Thanked: 505 Times	Re: The Drones Thread - Reviews, Tips, Advice Some pictures I took this morning Attached Thumbnails
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15th July 2021, 21:47	#147
logicalidiot BHPian Join Date: May 2020 Location: Kannur/B'lore Posts: 126 Thanked: 498 Times	Re: The Drones Thread - Reviews, Tips, Advice I've always wanted to record birds eye view of our beautiful landscapes and surroundings in the country. The idea of buying a drone and learning to capture cinematic shots has been bugging me for long. But I was never in a situation to buy one of my own. Now with the pandemic around, and a little too much time to think, I kind of decided to buy an entry level drone. The first option which came into my mind was the obvious DJI Mini 2. My plan is to get it from Dubai and bring it through my relatives as it is way cheaper. I had several questions relating to import of drones, carrying them on flight, customs etc. but all these are secondary concerns at the moment. My major concern is the height which it can fly. I'm sure most of you would be aware of the 15m altitude limit for nano drones in India. This is a bummer and it makes no sense to buy the Mini 2 if it does not let you go any higher. Are there any workarounds for this? I did find some methods on YouTube but it seemed cumbersome and was only a temporary solution. Bhp'ians, would love to get your opinions on this.
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10th August 2021, 20:37	#148
ninjatalli Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Bangalore Posts: 3,801 Thanked: 15,583 Times View My Garage	Re: The Drones Thread - Reviews, Tips, Advice Any feedback/views on this site www.xboom.in for availing DJI Mavic Mini 2 drones? Mavic Mini 1 fly more combo: 59k Mavic Mini 2 fly more combo: 69k They are offering multiple payment options including cash on delivery. Bangalore (and Delhi offices) based so might actually work out. Will try giving them a call tomorrow, but any feedback is appreciated.
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