9 Best Tips To Do Amazing Aerial Photography With Drones

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9 Best Tips To Do Amazing Aerial Photography With
Drones
Drones can take some fantastic images if youre
trying to get into aerial photography. But
theres a lot more to it than simply getting the
drone up in the air, taking a few snaps, and
bringing it back down again. A drones camera has
limitationsand so do human pilots! To ensure
your next batch of aerial photos turns out as
great as possible, follow these tips to ensure
your shots come out perfectly every time. Read
The Drone Manufacturers Guidelines As you might
expect, every brand offers different advice for
how to operate their drones. For example, some
companies will tell you not to fly near people or
structures, while others may suggest that you
stay away from crowds and airports. Every
location has its rules about where drones can and
cannot be usedand all pilots must follow these
regulations when flying (although these rules are
subject to change). Plan Your Shots
Beforehand Aerial photography takes a lot of
preparation, but it will pay off in the long run.
The first thing to consider is how high you want
your camera to be when taking photos or videos
and how far away from your subject it needs to
be. It can all change depending on what kind of
shot you want, the size of the drone itself, and
its flight range. The next thing is thinking
about how many people are involved in the photo
shoot. Are there any unique props or locations
involved? Will there be other people around? If
so, this information must be considered during
pre-production planning so everyone knows where
they need to stand at each moment during filming
so that no one gets hurt by another persons
movements! The Best Time For Aerial
Photography The best time to fly a drone is when
the sun is high. It means youll want to wait
until late afternoon or early evening when it
will be at its highest point, and the most direct
light will shine on your subject.
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If youre planning on photographing something
that requires several hours of natural light
(e.g., flowers blooming), consider taking photos
at different times throughout the day. For
example, if youre photographing flowers that
only bloom during sunrise and sunset (like many
dandelions), then take some pictures before noon
and again between 4pm and 6pm, when they are
fully open but still brightly lit by direct
sunlight from above. You should also avoid
flying drones at night unless you have special
equipment installed on your drones, such as
lights or infrared cameras. There will need to be
more ambient light for your camera sensor to
pick up much detail with additional lighting
sources. Also, it could ruin any shots by
casting unwanted shadows onto whatever area
youre trying to capture. Camera And Lens
Choice When shooting aerial photography, there
are several important considerations to make.
The first is what camera and lens youre going to
use. For most people, it will be an
interchangeable-lens DSLR or mirrorless system
camera (like the Sony A7/A9). The second
consideration is image sensor size. You can
either go for a full-frame DSLR with a 35mm
sensor or an APS-C format mirrorless camera with
an APS-C- sized sensor. Full-frame cameras offer
more resolution, but they also cost more than
APS-C models and require larger lenses which are
often heavier. Mirrorless systems are lighter,
smaller, and easier to travel with while offering
good image quality (and great autofocus). If you
want the best possible image from your drone,
choose a camera body with both a high ISO range
(needed for low light conditions) and built-in
image stabilization (for smooth footage). Pack
An Extra Battery The most important thing about a
drone is that it runs on batteries. And these
batteries are the single most expensive part of
your drone, most likely to fail. If you have an
extra battery, you can swap it out for your
current one when you notice a drop in
performance. It will keep your equipment safe and
prevent accidents caused by running out of
power. However, if mishandled, extra batteries
can be bulky, heavy, and dangerous. Fly High
For Wide Shots And Low For Details
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Regarding aerial photography, there are two main
views the wide shot and the close- up. You can
choose to get these at either lower or higher
altitudes. Fly high for wide shots and low for
details. If youre looking for a more
up-and-away perspective, fly at a higher
altitude (400 feet or above). If you want to
capture more minor details, lower your drone
closer to your subjects eye level. Stabilizatio
n Is The Key If your camera isnt stable while
taking the picture, it can result in blurred
images if you view them on a display screen.
Also, the heavier your camera equipment is, the
more likely youll need some form of
stabilization when shooting from high
altitudes. The best way to keep your drone safe
is to minimize its weight. It means youll want
to remove accessories and non-essential parts
before takeoff. The only exception is if your
drone has a gimbal for stabilization or a camera,
in which case you need to leave it on. Read
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