First Quadcopter

YiZhan Tarantula X6 User manual download page The YiZhan Tarantula X6 is a very popular quadcopter, probably because its unique and interesting design. Regarding the weight and size, it's much bigger than other cheap quadcopters, so probably it has better wind resistance and greater stability. To handle the extra weight meanwhile keeping the agile flight capabilities, the X6 quadcopter is powered with a high capacity...

Today where announced four new XK quadcopters covering the entire range of users. From the XK X250 basic model for beginner flyers to the XK X500 professional quadcopter for aerial filming. Of course, the price of these models are according to the features and specs, the XK X500 with 2D gimbal and full HD camera costs 10 times more...

There are several small cameras on the market, so why Keecoo and not GoPro or other similar action cameras? I want it something cheap, lightweight, with good video quality and decent battery life. My plan was to use the same camera for hobbyist aerial filming and first-person view flights. Of course, for FPV, I needed a camera with AV-out. GoPro cameras...

Wingsland just relaunched the Scarlet Minivet under an M1 product name. Apparently, the WINGSLAND M1 has the same design and features as the old model (2015). This new version comes with an extremely friendly price tag. The WINGSLAND M1 is advertised for only $176.99! Wingsland M1 (Scarlet Minivet) - The flying beauty Under the shadow of the DJI Phantom 3 launch, a new...

DJI Phantom 3 - Professional and Advanced version After the popular Phantom and Phantom 2, finally was released the latest DJI Phantom 3 quadcopter. The new DJI Phantom 3 is available in two versions, Professional with 12MP 4K camera and Advanced with 12MP 1080P camera. On both models, the camera is installed on a  3-axis gimbal that keeps the camera super stable to allow long exposure photos. Both versions of the...

Syma X5SW Explorers 2  - WIFI FPV quadcopter Meanwhile every one waits for the new X8C for GoPro and alike cameras, a new improved model of the X5 series was announced, the Syma X5SW Explorers 2. My first quadcopter was a X5C that, after one year, I still own and it is always ready for flying. That's why I'm happy to hear that Syma didn't forget this old...

Cheerson CX-22 the most expected quadcopter of 2015 Looking for my first GPS quadcopter I found out about this new Cheerson CX-22 multi-rotor. Its launching was just announced on some quadcopter blogs. One of my option for my first GPS quad was the older CX-20 because it has the most attractive price on the market. After I read about this new model I decided to wait for it. Today I contacted my favorite online...

My first GPS quadcopter - CX-20, X350Pro or DJI Phantom 2 Last year I purchased my first quadcopter, it was the X5C from Syma. At that time I wanted something cheap to learn how to fly with multi-rotors. After almost one year of usage I can say that it was a good choice. Quickly I moved to other cheap models like the...

IdeaFly Hero-550 standard and Hero-550 deluxe The IdeaFly multi-rotor manufacturer recently announced a new big sized quadcopter, the Hero-550. Compared to the IdeaFly Apollo with white color finish, this new model has an outstanding full black finish with red colored front arms for better orientation. Looking on its takeoff weight, features like telemetry and retractable landing gears, we know that we are dealing with a...

Walkera QR X350 Premium with dual GPS and FPV This recently announced new quadcopter from Walkera has a completely different design and many new features compared to the previous QR X350. Walkera QR X350 Premium has a very robust design with integrated FPV front camera. In addition to the onboard camera, this quad can be equipped with a 3D gimbal and GoPro...