Epic Drone Photography in The Philippines

The Philippines might be the best place in the world for drone photography.
For more of my drone photography, check out my IG at @brendanvanson.
We're still here in El Nido, Palawan exploring and shooting some travel photography on this adventure-series trip. Today, we took part in Tour B which is one of the not-so-popular tours in El Nido. However, for us, it was actually better. it was quieter, and there were still lots of amazing sights. Of course, it allowed us some freedom to do some drone photography too.
Drone photography in the Philippines is easy. The locations are amazing, the laws are nice and relaxed, and there are so many beautiful places to take images of. In fact, I think even beginners can get pretty epic drone imagery here in The Philippines.
One the agenda out of El Nido today was Snake Island, some snorkeling, some caves, and lots of brilliant locations on the islands.
Tomorrow, the Philippines vlogs will head towards Coron.

By: Brendan van Son
Title: Epic Drone Photography in The Philippines
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which drone should a beginner buy?

The best drones for beginners are those that do not require any special skills to fly them. These drones include those equipped with an FPV camera that allows users to remotely control the drone using a smartphone app.

Some quadcopters have been specifically designed to be used for aerial photography. You may choose a multirotor if your goal is to explore advanced features such an autonomous flight mode or obstacle avoidance.

In terms of price, there are two types of drones; cheap ones that cost under $100 and expensive ones that cost above $300.

The cheapest models often have limited range and battery life. But the best models are more reliable and can fly longer distances.

Most beginners prefer to go for cheaper options as these are easier to handle and learn how to operate. If you plan on spending hours flying your drone, you might be interested in a higher-end model.

Where are the best places to take photos with a drone?

Drones can be used to capture stunning images of landscapes and nature. Drones can be used to take close-up photos of birds and butterflies, or capture stunning scenery.

Drones are best used in mountains, deserts and other locations such as beaches, cities, oceans, rivers, and lakes. Many drone enthusiasts capture stunning views of their local areas and other attractions.

Try shooting at night, when the lights illuminate the landscape. This will allow you to discover new locations. You could also shoot during other seasons, especially winter when snow blankets.

How do you fly your drone?

Flying a drone requires practice. Even though drones are very stable compared to regular aircraft, it takes time for pilots to gain experience. We recommend that you practice indoors, or close to your house, for beginners.

There are three essential skills that you need to know in order to fly a Drone. These are taking off, hovering and landing.

Taking Off

You simply lift the drone up into the air by taking off. Once the drone is moving upward, hold down the button on the controller. Once the drone is at a certain height stop pressing the button.

Hovering

Hovering is when the drone stays in midair. Hold down the right or left trigger and press the throttle to hover. The drone can be tilted by pressing the throttle and both triggers.

Landing

Landing means returning the drone to earth safely. To land, release the throttle and tilt the controller downward toward the ground. The drone will slow down and eventually land.

If you feel comfortable flying your drone, take it out of the house. Be careful not to crash into any object.

Can drones be used to take night pictures?

That's the right answer. But it's been a long-standing tradition. Since the 1970s, we have been taking photographs at night.

There's a catch. Night photography requires special equipment. There's no way to do it with any camera that costs less than $10k.

Light bounces back when it hits an object in a series wavelengths.

These wavelengths merge to form white light at long distances from source.

This is why you can still see colors in the distance even though the sun may be millions of kilometers away.

Instead, light reflects narrow bands of wavelengths when it strikes objects that are close to the source. These wavelengths bounce straight back to us without overlapping.

It means that the object closer you are, the brighter it will appear. This is why objects seem to glow when they are exposed to black light.

How much energy the object absorbs affects how much light is reflected. So when light hits an object, it may reflect more blue light than red light.

Blue light is the most sensitive for the human eye. Therefore, objects that are viewed under black lights will look more blue.

This is what drones have to do. If you want to photograph something dark like a forest or cave, you will need a very bright source of light.

A standard lamp will not provide enough illumination to illuminate the whole scene. It will only give you a shadowed image and nothing else.

A strobe is better for taking great pictures. A small flashgun is better than a big one, as you don't need it.

Because they produce flashes that are so rapid, these lights are often called speedlights.

If we say "stroboscopic", you can see the light pulse across the screen. The better the quality of the image, the faster it is.

We won’t talk about how to setup a Speedlight. But you can find many tutorials online.

We will tell, for clear pictures, that you need to ensure that the subject is evenly illuminated.

To achieve this, you should aim the beam at a 45-degree angle. You can adjust the light's intensity by moving the flashgun's head.

Once you have set the setting that is right for you, hold the gun steady as the shutter release button is pressed.

Next, close to the subject, release the shutter. This will cause the flashgun's flash to go off again, causing it to send out another blast of light.

While the first burst illuminates the subject, the second one will capture the moment after the first burst has passed.

The result is a continuous exposure where both bursts of light are recorded.

Now that you are able to take photographs during the day, let us move on to night photography.

I've covered everything you need about night photography.

The color balance is the last thing we need to address.

Most people assume that any images taken at night will look too dark.

This is true even for daytime images.

The camera will always record darker images regardless of whether you are taking photos at dawn and dusk.

Is it possible to make money from drone photography?

A lack of products to solve the problems inherent in flying drones is the biggest obstacle for photographers looking to make money from them. A lack of quality equipment and software makes the experience enjoyable.

You also have to worry about insurance costs and liability issues, so most photographers will stick to taking pictures from the ground. You could get paid for your efforts if you use a totally new method of photographing images.

Drones work in the same way that video cameras do by capturing light. So why not use the same technology to create amazing photos?

Companies are already making great strides toward creating photo-quality images taken from above. We've previously discussed DJI and GoPro. However, more companies are entering the space.

Although these cameras were designed for aerial photography they can also be used on the ground. Major manufacturers invest heavily in their imaging technology.

You'll soon be able buy a drone capable of taking incredible photos and 4K video. This may be happening already. Companies like DJI have been releasing higher-resolution versions of their Phantom series of drones.

DJI's Inspire 2 recently came out with a 12-megapixel sensor, capable of shooting at 5120x3456 Pixels. You can also shoot 8-bit RAW files at 30 frames/second if you wish.

You can indeed make money selling drone photos.

Statistics

• A grey card is just a piece of thick paper that is a specific shade of grey (18%), which will be the foundation on which we choose our color temperature. (dronegenuity.com)
• Greater than 50% throttle stick position generates positive thrust, but less than 50% throttle stick position reverses the direction of the motors, allowing upside-down flying! (photographypro.com)
• Here's proof: according to an analysis of FAA drone registration numbers by drone market research and data group Drone Industry Insights, DJI had a 76.8% market share in the U.S. (thedronegirl.com)
• Though the Mavic 3 is about 50% heavier than the Mavic Air 2, it's still conveniently sized. (nytimes.com)
• Homes with aerial images sold 68% faster than homes with standard images. (alexdronephotography.com)

External Links

blog.dronebase.com

• Is aerial drone photography right for my commercial building?


• Four Ways Drone Photography can Make Home Buyers Feel More At Home

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• YouTube - Mr. CAMPS / Drone Camps RC – YouTube

How To

Tips for Beginners on How to Take Outstanding Drone Images

These are the top tips for creating great drone photos

1. It is important to have enough space to safely fly your drone. Keep it away form trees, buildings, and power lines.
2. Before you take off, make sure you know where you are going! Drone flying can be dangerous. If you don’t know where your drone has flown, you might end up on a cliff edge, or in someone’s backyard.
3. Keep your drone safe! To see what's around you, always keep your drone close by. Never fly at night or under poor weather conditions (like heavy rain).
4. Bring extra batteries if you plan to do long flights. Always keep spare batteries handy. This way, you won't run out of juice mid-flight.
5. Use high quality lenses. The higher the resolution, the clearer the picture. An image blurred by a lens with low pixel count such as those on most smartphones will result.
6. Start small. You can start by making short videos as you learn to fly the drone. When you feel confident, you can move on to longer videos.
7. Avoid using your drone indoors. Drones cannot be used indoors. They can cause damage and destruction to furniture and walls.
8. Practice makes perfect! You can do many things with your drone. You can use your drone to capture different angles on the same scene. Fly outside to practice your flying skills.
9. Have fun! It is easy to believe that photography has to be a set of rules.
10. Learn more about your camera settings. Cameras are equipped with many advanced features. These settings can increase the quality of your images.
11. Be patient! It is not always possible to be the fastest, but it can sometimes take time to get the perfect shot.
12. Have fun. Recall why you bought your drone. Enjoying yourself while flying your drone can add to the experience.
13. Please share your work! Share your top shots on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Let other people know how much fun they had with them!
14. Keep learning! Keep learning! Online tutorials. 15. Make sure you are safe Make sure you are following all safety precautions before you go. You must ensure that your drone's battery is charged up and that its landing gear is working properly. Make sure you are following all FAA regulations.
15. Find your style! Once you master the basics, your unique style will emerge. You can experiment with many styles and techniques until you find the one that works.
16. Use apps! Many free photo editing applications are available for download on your smartphone. These tools will allow you to easily enhance your photos.
17. Keep taking notes! Keep track of everything that you read from this article. This will help you remember the information better. Write down important points in your journal or notebook.