RunCam’s new 6th-generation FPV camera fills a small niche
If you’re looking for a lightweight camera for FPV drones, UAVs, RC vehicles, or any application where you want a more compact camera, the RunCam 6 is the camera to choose. Weighting just 45 grams, it is ideal for 2-3.5" drones that are not powerful enough to carry a full-size GoPro action camera.
While the RunCam HD (gen1), RunCam 2...
ChiTu Conjure PLA+ and High Speed PLA 3D filaments
Probably everyone into 3D printing hobby has already heard about the Chitubox slicing program. Still, in this review, we will focus on the company's ChiTu JAMG HE Conjure PLA+ and Hi-Speed PLA Pus 3D filaments, which I had not heard until a few weeks ago.
To get the best out of our 3D-printed models, you must find the perfect balance...
Walksnail Moonlight: A major upgrade for digital FPV
After years of experience flying analog FPV drones, I upgraded my fleet to HD digital FPV last year. I used for most of them DJI O3 Air Unit kits and HD Avatar systems for a few. CaddxFPV's new Walksnail Moonlight, featuring 4K resolution and Starlight low-light performance, seems to be a game changer. Practically, it has everything you could...
CaddxFPV Ratel Pro: Analog FPV isn’t dead (yet)?
Although one of the best manufacturers of analog FPV cameras for a long time, CaddxFPV has joined DJI's digital HD FPV platform, then quickly made another change and focused exclusively on the Walsknail Avatar HD FPV transmission system. Honestly, I was surprised when I read about the release of the Rate Pro camera for the analog FPV systems that...
MEPS SZ F7 HD: Easy to wire high-performance flight controller
Here at FirstQuadcopter, we start 2024 with a flight controller review. The MEPS SZ F7 HD is the company's second FC we tested. Both have similar features, mainly just the mounting pattern difference. The smaller 20x20mm is suitable for compact 3-5" CineWhoop drones, and the bigger 30x30mm for 5-9" freestyling and long-range FPV drones.
The flight controller is one of...
BLUETTI AC70: 1000W Battery Backup for Power Outages
One of my friends recently moved to a village with electricity problems. As gas boilers, pellet stoves, and heating water recirculation pumps don't like power outages, he asked me to recommend a battery backup solution, knowing that lately, I have reviewed a couple of power stations. Starting from its budget (willing to spend around $600) and its needs, I...
Master Airscrew 9″ propellers for Long-Range FPV drones
Last week, I built a long-range FPV drone using the Chimera 9 ECO frame, and while researching the required components, I came across Master Airscrew, a US brand with a tradition in propeller manufacturing. So far, I have only used HQprop, Dalrop, and Gemfan propellers, and although they never disappointed me, I was curious to test if these 9"...
MEPS SZ2207: Are these FPV motors better than company’s reputation?
The SZ2207 will be the second FPV motor from MEPS reviewed here on FirstQuadcopter. Both motors are intended for 5-6" racing drones. While the SZ2306's stator has 23mm width and 6mm height, the SZ2207's stator is 22 mm/7 mm. The 2207 has a narrower stator width, so you can expect lighter rotational inertia that allows for faster RPM changes,...
iFlight BLITZ F7 V1.1 flight controller: Is it good?
The flight controller (FC) is the brain of the FPV drone and is probably the most critical component, as it is responsible for stabilizing the drone. The FC generates the motors' control signals based on the pilot's and sensors' inputs. If you are starting with this hobby, I strongly recommend using BetaFlight-based flight controllers like this iFlight BLITZ F7...
Insta360’s Tiny Vlogging Camera GO 3 gets a black skin
Insta360's tiny vlogging camera, released in June 2023 in Arctic White upon the request of many content creators, is now also available in Midnight Black color. The camera weighs only 35g (1.2oz), and its unique magnetic body provides effortless mounting. Capture amazing hands-free shots from creative angles, see the world from your pet's view, or uncover fresh perspectives.
The biggest...
LN-motor FS2812 and FS2306 brushless motors for FPV drones
Commonly, the product name of FPV motors is formed by a group of two numbers. The first one refers to the dimensions of the motor and the second one to the speed of the motor. Brushless motors have two main parts: the rotor with permanent magnets and the stator with copper coils. After learning to decipher the numbers on...