Why You Should Add A Drone To Your Vlogging Kit (And Best Choices)

Good day, folks! Shawn here from Air Photography. If you’re planning to create a vlogging kit this summer to capture your outdoor activities and adventures for sharing on social media, you’ll need some essential equipment. While a camera and microphone are standard, consider adding a drone to your setup. Drones aren’t conventional vlogging tools, but they complement vlogs beautifully, allowing you to capture unique perspectives and blend interesting content seamlessly into your videos.

DJI’s Creator Ecosystem

DJI offers an excellent ecosystem of affordable, user-friendly tools for creators. For a simple, cost-effective vlogging camera, consider the DJI Pocket 3 or Osmo Action 5 Pro.

Pair these with the DJI Mic 2 or the new Mic Mini for high-quality audio that connects effortlessly to your camera.

Elevate Your Vlogs with a Drone

Adding a drone can elevate your vlogs with dynamic, captivating shots. Modern autonomous drones, like the ones I have here, are incredibly easy to use, requiring no prior skills or experience. These drones can fly autonomously without a controller, featuring a screen or interface directly on the device. Simply select the desired action, tap a button, and the drone takes off from your hand, performs the task, and lands back in your palm. The learning curve is minimal, making them accessible for beginners.

Compact and Portable Drones

Today’s autonomous drones are small and compact, perfect for creators on the go. For example, the DJI Neo is tiny, while the Hover Air X1 Pro Max is foldable and easily fits into a small bag or pocket. The DJI Flip is slightly larger when unfolded but remains manageable in its folded state. These lightweight options are convenient to carry, whether you use them or not, without needing a bulky backpack full of gear.

Ideal for Solo Content Creators

For solo content creators, autonomous drones are invaluable. They eliminate the need for a second person to film, especially during activities like hiking or outdoor shows. In follow mode, these drones lock onto you, filming as you move without requiring a controller. Pair the footage with audio, and you’ll create engaging perspectives for your audience.

Addressing Drone Misconceptions

Many people believe drones are expensive and complex, with a steep learning curve requiring hours of practice to capture good footage. However, modern drones dispel these myths. The DJI Neo, for instance, costs around $200, making it affordable for many. Thanks to intelligent flight features and autonomous modes, you can capture impressive clips with just a button press, no experience needed.

If your focus is sharing outdoor experiences rather than mastering cinematography, an autonomous drone is an excellent choice.

Versatile Drone Options

All these drones can connect to a traditional controller for more conventional shots, but their autonomous features are often sufficient for capturing B-roll footage to enhance vlogs. The drones in front of me—DJI Neo, Hover Air X1 Pro Max, and DJI Flip—are ideal for this purpose. The Hover Air X1 Pro Max is pricier, while the DJI Neo is budget-friendly, though its video quality is lower than the Pro Max or Flip. The Flip offers excellent video quality and supports traditional drone flight with a controller, despite being larger when unfolded.

Conclusion

If you’re diving into vlogging this summer, I highly recommend adding a drone to your kit. It’s fun, enhances your storytelling, and captures stunning footage with ease. Hopefully, you found this video valuable. Give it a thumbs up if you did—it’s always greatly appreciated!