Russ is the creator of 51 Drones, a YouTube channel where thousands of people come every day to learn about drones, action cameras, electric ride-ons, and content-creation gear. Based in Minot, North Dakota, he brings the same practical, hands-on approach to his drone reviews and tutorials for DroneXL.
Hi everyone, how are you doing? DJI recently released its 2025 Security White Paper, a comprehensive document spanning over 70 pages of technical and policy details. This paper directly challenges the narrative that DJI drones pose a national security risk. Its significance extends beyond enterprise users to anyone who owns or plans to own a…
When DJI released the Mavic 4 Pro, they delivered the best consumer drone ever and the most impressive drone controller the DJI RC Pro 2.
Hi everyone! I hope you’re having a great day. Today, I’ll discuss eight common misconceptions about drones and drone pilots. Drones have gotten a bad rap over the years, often from people who don’t understand what they are, how they work, or what they’re used for. In particular, I want to address those who assume…
Today, I’m conducting a simple test to compare the active track performance of the DJI Mavic 4 Pro and the Air 3S. I’ve noticed that the Mavic 4 Pro’s active track response is sluggish, as seen in videos like DC Rainmaker’s gauntlet test. When swiping on the screen to direct the drone, the Mavic 4…
The DJI Mavic 4 Pro is here. It’s sleek, it’s powerful, and it’s arguably the most advanced consumer drone DJI has ever released. But if you’re in the United States, you’ve probably already realized something: you can’t buy it. After reading this, I hope you’ll have a better understanding of why that is. Limited Purchase…
DJI’s new flagship drone, the DJI Mavic 4 Pro, has finally arrived, and many of you are wondering if the hype is justified. If you’re into drones and have been on social media over the past four months, it’s been hard to miss the buzz. In this video, I’ll reveal whether the Mavic 4 Pro…
There has been an overwhelming number of drone related legislative proposals, making it nearly impossible to keep track of them all. It's like a game
Today, I’m going to fly my drone around town to capture various scenes, recording them in both normal color profile and DLOG M color profile. I’ll edit the DLOG M footage and present both versions side by side. I want you to comment on which one looks better to you, A or B. Please don’t…
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