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    Best “Travel Sized” Drone, Gimbal & Action Cam

    VistekBy VistekMarch 23, 2023No Comments3 Mins Read
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    When looking at gear suitable for travel, size and weight are always going to be a factor, and having something that will fit in your luggage without taking up too much room is essential, but depending on your specific needs & preferences features can be just as important.

    With that in mind, here are some options that we think would be great to take with you on your next trip.

    DJI Mini 3 Pro: Weighing in at 249 grams, the Mini 3 Pro is DJI’s smallest drone and can easily fit into a backpack or small bag.

    Best Travel Drone: DJI Mini 3 ProIt features a 1/1.3-inch sensor capable of capturing 48 MP stills and/or 4K 60p video, upgraded safety features and can be flown in most places (check local laws) without having to have a drone pilots license.

    Feature Highlights

    • 48MP 1/1.3″ CMOS Sensor
    • f/1.7 Aperture
    • 4K (3840×2160) @60fps Video Resolution
    • Up to 12km Video Transmission
    • Up to 34 mins Max. Flight Time
    • 57.6 km/h (35.8 mph) Max/ Flight Speed
    • Tri-Directional Obstacle Sensing

    Pro Tip: If you are travelling with your drone, we highly recommend that you research the most up-to-date local drone laws and regulations are prior to travelling. It’s also a good idea to find out if there are any buildings or areas that you aren’t allowed to shoot at or near. Remember, if get into trouble in another country, at best you’ll get a ticket, at worst, you could wind up in jail.


    GoPro HERO11 Black Creator Edition: The HERO11 Black Creator Edition is a versatile action camera that comes with some really useful accessories including, a handgrip that doubles as an extra power source as well as an external light, and external microphone.

    Best Travel Action Camera: GoPro HERO11 Black Creator EditionIt can capture 27MP stills as well as 5.3K 30p / 4K 120p video and features GoPro’s award winning HyperSmooth 5.0 video stabilization.

    Dual (front and back) LCD screens allow you to monitor what you are recording from just about any angle and a host of other advanced features make this a very useful travel accessory.

    Feature Highlights

    • 27 MP Photo Resolution
    • 5.3K 60p + 4K 120p Video Resolution
    • Dual LCD Screens
    • 10 m (33′) Waterproof
    • HyperSmooth 5.0 Stabilization
    • 3.5mm Mic / 4-Way SDI Input
    • Enduro Rechargeable Battery
    • Up to 8x Slow Motion

    DJI Osmo Mobile 6: Great for travel, the Osmo Mobile 6 features a foldable and lightweight design that can easily fit into a bag or even a large pocket.

    Best Travel Gimbal: DJI Osmo Mobile 6 Smartphone GimbalIt launches automatically once unfolded and the quick-release magnetic phone clamp makes mounting your phone to it a breeze!

    You’ll also be able capture perfect selfies and other images from various dynamic angles by extending the built-in extension rod.

    Best of all, it’s packed with creative features and intelligent functions and when paired with the DJI Mimo app you can shoot, edit, and share right from your smartphone.

    Feature Highlights

    • Smartphone Compatibility
    • -161.64° to 173.79° Pan Range
    • -101.64° to 78.55° Tilt Range
    • USB-C Connection
    • 120°/s Max. Control Speed
    • 1000 mAh Capacity
    • 7.74 Wh
    • 6.5 hrs Operating Time
    • 3-Axis Stabilization

     

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