KEN HERON - Top 5 ROOKIE Drone Mistakes (And how to avoid them)

Ken shares the Top 5 mistakes new drone pilots make and offers advice on how to avoid them.

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By: Ken Heron
Title: KEN HERON - Top 5 ROOKIE Drone Mistakes (And how to avoid them)
Sourced From: www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcj8Sru7d7I

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of drone do professionals use?

Drones make amazing tools for aerial photography. They are incredibly useful for recording video footage and capturing images from above. They can also be used to survey land and take measurements.

These devices are often used commercially to map large areas, or inspect construction sites. These devices can be used for many other purposes, however.

Drones can also be great entertainment for friends and family. You have many options to fly these machines, and even explore new areas. Drones also make it easy to take photos and video of special events.

The sky is the limit with drones. You might be wondering how to get the most out your drone. Keep reading to find out more.

Can drones take pictures at night?

Yes. We've been doing this for many years. For decades, we've been taking photos at night.

There is one catch. Night photography requires specialized equipment. With a camera costing less than $10k, there is no way to do night photography.

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

These wavelengths can be combined to form white light over very long distances.

This is why we can see colors even though it is thousands of miles away.

The opposite is true. When light strikes an object very close to its source it reflects in narrow wavelengths. These wavelengths bounce right back to us without overlapping.

This means that objects are brighter if they are closer together. This is why objects can glow under black lights.

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

The human eye is sensitive to blue light the most so objects appear brighter when viewed in black light.

This has to do with drones. If you're trying to photograph something dark, such as a forest or a cave, you need to use a very bright light source.

A normal lamp will not be strong enough to illuminate the whole scene. It will only provide a shadowed view and not much else.

If you want to get a great picture, you will need a flashgun. You won't want to lug around a large flashgun so you will need a smaller one.

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

When we say "stroboscopic," you can watch the light pulse across the screen. The picture will be better quality if it moves at a faster rate.

We won’t talk about how to setup a Speedlight. There are many tutorials on the internet.

We'll tell you, to get a clear shot, ensure that your subject is well lit.

This is achieved by aiming the beam at 45 degrees. You can adjust the light's intensity by moving the flashgun's head.

Once you have found the right setting, hold the gun steady while pressing the shutter release button.

Once the flash has reached the subject's area, press the shutter yet again. This will set off the flashgun to start a second burst.

The first burst will illuminate the subject. However, the second burst will capture the moment after it 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.

There's one more thing to be covered: the color balance.

Most people assume that all images taken at nights will be too dark.

And that's true - but it's also true for daytime pictures.

It doesn't matter whether you're taking pictures at dawn or dusk; the camera will always record a darker image.

Which drone to buy as a beginner?

These drones are great for beginners as they don't require any advanced skills. These drones include those equipped with an FPV camera that allows users to remotely control the drone using a smartphone app.

Quadcopters can be used for aerial photography. If you are planning to explore more advanced features such as autonomous flight mode, obstacle avoidance, etc., you might opt for a multirotor model.

There are two types in price of drones: cheap drones under $100, and more expensive drones over $300.

The cheapest models usually come with a limited range and battery life, while the most expensive ones feature better performance and longer flight times.

As they are simpler to use and handle, beginners tend to choose the cheapest options. If you plan on spending hours flying your drone, you might be interested in a higher-end model.

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How To

Tips for Beginners on How to Take Outstanding Drone Images

These are the top tips for creating great drone photos

1. Make sure you have enough space to fly your drone safely. You should keep it out of buildings, trees, power lines, and other obstructions.
2. Before you take off, make sure you know where you are going! Drone flying can be dangerous. If you don’t know exactly where you have flown, it is possible to end up dangerously close to cliff edges or in someone’s yard.
3. Remember to be safe when you fly! You should always keep your drone close at hand to monitor what's going on. Avoid flying at night or in poor weather conditions, such as heavy rain.
4. Bring extra batteries if you plan to do long flights. It is a good idea to always have spare batteries. This way, you won't run out of juice mid-flight.
5. Use high quality lenses. Higher resolutions will produce clearer pictures. A camera lens with a low pixel count, such as those found on most smartphones, will blur the image.
6. Start small. Short videos are the best way to learn how to pilot a drone. After you feel confident enough with these videos, you can start making longer videos.
7. Avoid using your drone indoors. Drones were not made to be used in indoor environments. They can damage walls, furniture, and other items.
8. Practice makes perfect! You can do many things with your drone. Take it with you to capture different angles of the scene. Fly outside to practice your flying skills.
9. Be creative! You might believe you have to adhere to certain rules in order take great drone pictures. However, there is no set rule for photography.
10. Learn more about how your camera settings work. Cameras are equipped with many advanced features. These settings can be used to improve the quality your photographs.
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. It's important to remember why you bought the drone. It can be fun to fly your drone.
13. Share your work! Upload your best shots to social networking sites like Facebook and Instagram. Share your photos with others to let them know how much you enjoyed shooting them.
14. Keep learning! Keep learning! You can watch tutorials online. 15. Stay safe! Before you take to the skies, make sure that all safety precautions are taken. Make sure your drone is fully charged and that the landing gear works properly. Make sure you are following all FAA regulations.
15. Find your style Once you know the basics, you can start to develop your own style. Try different styles and techniques until one works for you.
16. Apps! Many free photo editing applications are available for download on your smartphone. These apps will help you enhance your photos.
17. Take notes! Keep track of all the information you have learned from this article to help you remember it. Write down important points in your journal or notebook.