TLDR: If you are a complete noob looking to get a drone to do some nice photography/movies around your property? I think this is it. Some people complain the 4k range is worthless since the battery won't last that long? But as a noob, you'd be hard pressed to send a drone out that far.
A buddy of mine got the Conixo drone for christmas, brought it to my property, and lost it when it went sailing off on his second flight, losing connection entirely. We've never found the drone, and we were flying it over a 25 acre tilled field, in december with no leaves on any surrounding trees. The next 2 miles in the direction it headed was also all tilled/plowed fields of nothing but dirt. So disappointing.
So it was with trepidation that I sought out a drone for myself. My main issues were as follows, and all are addressed. And I am more than happy after a half dozen flights (which isn't a ton? But way more than my buddy, and each flight gives me more confidence in learning to skillfully fly this thing)
1) Phone connection. I run a tracfone, cheap ol LG phone from 10 years ago. The fact that this allows you to connect the phone to the transmitter via a cable, means you don't have to worry about 80211.ac or whatever... And despite some people complaining about android connection? I have zero issues with this old phone. You might have to switch to 'developer mode' for usb? but it was easy connect and running. my biggest gripe was the rubber phone surround I have prevented the cable from plugging into the micro usb socket fully. That has nothing to do with the drone or cable.
2) Had to be reliable and not go flying off. My buddies experience had me worried. As such I went and got a ViFly Beacon to help (can't afford a scanner). Made sure to do all the gps, horizontal and gimbal calibrations. Made sure to do a half dozen flights baby stepping how far out I went, how high I went, and testing landing, return to home, etc... So far I have been more than impressed. I've had this 200m high and 1,000m out... While I realize that to some this may not seem that huge, I do want to reiterate that as a beginner, this is almost more than far enough... once you get out to say 600m, it can be difficult to see the drone anymore.
Return to home worked great on multiple occasions, landing within 5 ft of the take off point (without using the search for landing pad).
3) Camera quality. I have zero experience with drone photography until now (besides what I've seen on youtube vids and such). The 4k and the stabilization of the 3axis gimbal is way more than I bargained for. I'm no videographer, but I am a graphic designer, so have some sense of what sort of photo and video quality is decent. As a beginner, this is far more than what you'd expect. My wife commented several times 'I can't believe how clear that is'. And I concur... It will take some practice to turn slowly, and fly the drone the way you want the shot to be... but the quality is outstanding.
I've not messed with firmware upgrades, and I am hesitant to do so. As is, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this to anyone.
| Brand | HUBSAN |
|---|---|
| Model Name | zino,zino pro |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Video Capture Resolution | 4K |
| Connectivity Technology | Wi-Fi |
| Control Type | App Control |
| Media Type | SD |
| Wireless Communication Technology | Wi-Fi |
| Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
| Are Batteries Included | Yes |
| Manufacturer | HUBSAN |
| Item Weight | 4.26 pounds |
| Package Dimensions | 11.02 x 9.57 x 4.49 inches |
| Item model number | Zino Pro |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Manufacturer Part Number | H117P-BK |
