Jim in Massachusetts
Member
Hi, I first joined this forum in 2012 asking for advice.
I'm thankful for the tips and guidance members gave me.
The only MR I've had is a DJI F550, first flew in late Sept 2012. For the first year or more I only flew a goPro Hero 2 under it, no gimbal.
Early in 2014 I acquired a used Sony NEX 6 16MM 2.8. Made a custom bracket, still no gimbal. At this point, any gimbal would put me WAY over recommended max weight.
I'm into shooting still photos more so than video right now. Without a gimbal, who can blame me?
On a related note, I am aware that there is more of a market for aerial video than aerial stills.
So,...
At some point, maybe in the spring of 2015 I'll be in the market for a real, stabilized rig that will carry MORE than just a goPro. I have a Canon 5D and 7D but don't necessarily need to fly either of those.
A DJI S900 kit, Zenmuse gimbal, A2, ($3800) looks interesting. Any suggestions?
My budget would not be much more than 5K
As a side note, I'm not impressed with the fact that these Zenmuse gimbals will only allow for 1 specific lens. I understand that brushless gimbals require perfect balance to work.
I learned from someone who has what he calls a "stills" rig that a servo controlled til axis allows for different lenses to be used.
Anyway I wanted to check in and also sing out to any flyers in my area who might want to meet up for some dogfighting. I usually fly on weekends and often travel
the north shore of Massachusetts and southern NH looking for interesting places to photograph. I like scenes showing water but avoid flying over it unless photo ops warrant the risk.
Have a peak at some of my photos, if you get the urge, or just reply to say hello:
http://www.aerialphoto123.com/
https://plus.google.com/photos/104688579048759425474/albums/6051176795879066561
https://plus.google.com/photos/104688579048759425474/albums/6069783665598631601
https://plus.google.com/photos/104688579048759425474/albums/6005237899664468145
Thanks in advance for any feedback.
Jim
I'm thankful for the tips and guidance members gave me.
The only MR I've had is a DJI F550, first flew in late Sept 2012. For the first year or more I only flew a goPro Hero 2 under it, no gimbal.
Early in 2014 I acquired a used Sony NEX 6 16MM 2.8. Made a custom bracket, still no gimbal. At this point, any gimbal would put me WAY over recommended max weight.
I'm into shooting still photos more so than video right now. Without a gimbal, who can blame me?
On a related note, I am aware that there is more of a market for aerial video than aerial stills.
So,...
At some point, maybe in the spring of 2015 I'll be in the market for a real, stabilized rig that will carry MORE than just a goPro. I have a Canon 5D and 7D but don't necessarily need to fly either of those.
A DJI S900 kit, Zenmuse gimbal, A2, ($3800) looks interesting. Any suggestions?
My budget would not be much more than 5K
As a side note, I'm not impressed with the fact that these Zenmuse gimbals will only allow for 1 specific lens. I understand that brushless gimbals require perfect balance to work.
I learned from someone who has what he calls a "stills" rig that a servo controlled til axis allows for different lenses to be used.
Anyway I wanted to check in and also sing out to any flyers in my area who might want to meet up for some dogfighting. I usually fly on weekends and often travel
the north shore of Massachusetts and southern NH looking for interesting places to photograph. I like scenes showing water but avoid flying over it unless photo ops warrant the risk.
Have a peak at some of my photos, if you get the urge, or just reply to say hello:
http://www.aerialphoto123.com/
https://plus.google.com/photos/104688579048759425474/albums/6051176795879066561
https://plus.google.com/photos/104688579048759425474/albums/6069783665598631601
https://plus.google.com/photos/104688579048759425474/albums/6005237899664468145
Thanks in advance for any feedback.
Jim
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