Editor's Choice - Our Favorite 35mm Camera Drones

1. ScharkSpark Drone with 720 HD Adjustable Camera Detachable WiFi FPV Live Video RC Quadcopter with Al...

User Ratings: 66 7

ScharkSpark First Impressions

"Works fantastic."

The ScharkSpark is well built, and the controls work well. Fast quick delivery of this hard to find drone. I plan to research other drone accessories built by ScharkSpark. Takes great photos and videos and is a lot of fun. Very pleasantly surprised by the video quality of this!

• ScharkSpark Drone with 720 HD Adjustable Camera Detachable WiFi FPV Live Video RC Quadcopter with Altitude Hold, One Key Take Off/Landing, Headless Mode, Gravity Sensor
• ✈ WiFi FPV Drone with 720P HD Adjustable Camera：The camera drone is equipped with an adjustable 720P HD camera, which captures high definition video and clear aerial photos. The Wi-Fi real-time transmission FPV system can connect your phone with the drone and the view will be shown directly on your phone, accurately capture photos and record videos for extraordinary moments.
• ✈ Detachable & DIY Drone: Detachable drone with all parts like fuselage, motors ,blades, protection cover, landing gear and camera. While learning the structure of the quadcopter, you can also enjoy connecting the pieces and the success of completing the work!
• ✈ Easy to Carry & Replaceable Arm : The small fuselage containing carrying bag and detachable design, let you travel light, enjoy the flight fun. The drone arm is replaceable, when the motor or drone arm is broken, you don't need to worry about the drone not performing anymore. Just replace the drone arm and it can fly again.
• ✈ Altitude Hold: High-precision orientation sensors steadily help the drone with camera for a steadier flight. You can accurately lock the height and location, stable hover and capture video or photos from any angle shooting, making the experience very easy and convenient. More clear photos and videos could be easily obtained.
• ✈ Customer Service: ScharkSpark drone comes with an assurance of 3-year extended warranty. Maybe this is your first drone of aerial. So whether you have questions about our features or general maintenance and repairs. Feel free to contact us and we are always at your side. Our dedicated customer service representatives will solve your flying problem in time.
• Batteries: 1 Lithium ion batteries required. (included)
• Recommended Age: 14 years and up

• Editor's Impressions Of The ScharkSpark
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• Picture Quality
• Durability
• Quality
• Value For Money
• Affordability

Peoples Choice - Other Highly Rated 35mm Camera Drones

2. DJI Mavic Air Fly More Combo Drone - Quadcopter with 64gb SD Card - 4K Professional Camera Gimbal �...

User Ratings: 62 14

DJI First Impressions

"Just my imagination."

The camera on this thing is awesome. Everything worked well right out of the box. The liability insurance is worth it. Other than that, these out perform other drones I own. Very durable for a beginner to crash lots of times.

• DJI Mavic Air Fly More Combo Drone - Quadcopter with 64gb SD Card - 4K Professional Camera Gimbal – 4 Battery Bundle - Kit - with Must Have Accessories (Onyx Black)
• The ultraportable Mavic Air features high-end flight performance and functionality for limitless exploration.
• The portable Mavic Air houses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal with an angular vibration range reduced to 0.005° and is equipped with dampeners that help ensure steady shooting
• The Mavic Air can shoot 4K video at 30 fps and record footage at 100 Mb/s
• The Mavic Air's onboard camera integrates a 1/2.3" 12MP CMOS sensor and an f/2.8 lens with a 35mm-equivalent focal length of 24mm to shoot high-quality photos and videos
• You are getting a complete bundle here so you dont need to add anything to your flying experience

• Editor's Impressions Of The DJI
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• Value For Money
• Affordability

Here Are Some Other Related Camera Drones

3. DJI Battery Charging Hub for Phantom 3 Quadcopter

User Ratings: 76 9

DJI DJI-PH3-P53 First Impressions

"Had an idea."

We've started a collection of DJI drones now. Make sure to get extra batteries to keep the fun going. The liability insurance is worth it. It hovered in place even with the 4 to 7 mph breezes. This is a good Selfie or Video drone.

• DJI Battery Charging Hub for Phantom 3 Quadcopter
• Genuine Phantom 3 - Battery Charging Hub for Multi Smart Battery Charging (Compatible with Phantom 3 Part 15 100W Battery Charger)
• Country of Origin:United States
• Model Number:DJI-PH3-P53

• Editor's Impressions Of The DJI DJI-PH3-P53
• Video Quality
• Picture Quality
• Durability
• Quality
• Value For Money
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4. SIMREX X900 Drone Optical Flow Positioning RC Quadcopter with 1080P HD Camera, Altitude Hold Headles...

User Ratings: 74 10

SIMREX First Impressions

"Super durable!"

Can't wait for my other parts so I can put it all together. Takes great photos and videos and is a lot of fun. I’ve not confirmed the same behavior with Bluetooth. I have some really cool ideas for them. This drone is very easy to fly, very stable.

• SIMREX X900 Drone Optical Flow Positioning RC Quadcopter with 1080P HD Camera, Altitude Hold Headless Mode, Foldable FPV Drones WiFi Live Video 3D Flips 6axis RTF Easy Fly Steady for Learning White
• Phone direct control with transmission OR transmitter contorl with Smart phone. Apple IOS / Android phones compatible.
• Altitude Hold. You can release the throttle stick and the drone will keep the current height. One key take off and landing, super easy to fly & easy to shoot quality images or videos with WIFI Real-Time HD carmera.
• Headless Security Mode. The pilot can fly the drone to any location without worrying about which diretion the drone is facing. Help bignner to prevent from losing the direction.
• Foldable Design. Bring it anywhere, saves the space with folding size: 130×90×45mm.
• Range: About 80-120 Meters. Flight Time: About 12-15 Minutes. Charging Time: About 90 Minutes.
• Batteries: 1 Lithium ion batteries required. (included)
• Recommended Age: 14 years and up

• Editor's Impressions Of The SIMREX
• Video Quality
• Picture Quality
• Durability
• Quality
• Value For Money
• Affordability

5. HGLRC Parrot120 Pro 2.5inch BNF Toothpick FPV Racing Drone F411 FC 1106 6000KV Brushless Motor FD13A...

User Ratings: 43

HGLRC First Impressions

"Had an idea."

And it looks like a UFO if flown at dusk. The durability of this HGLRC is ridiculous. But once I put it together it worked like a charm. Bigger drones will cost much more with more battery life. It works perfectly with no problems, indoors, outdoors.

• HGLRC Parrot120 Pro 2.5inch BNF Toothpick FPV Racing Drone F411 FC 1106 6000KV Brushless Motor FD13A 4 in 1 ESC Micro VTX Transmitter Flight Stack Turbo Eos2 FPV Camera DIY Race Quad with Frsky XM+
• 【BNF RC Drone 】120mm small size toothpick carbon fiber drone but with tons of power for its size , the fastest more than you can imagine .This item is not fit for newers and will not come with battery or remote controller .
• 【Ultra Light 】Durable and light carbon fiber frame. Total weight of 75g gives whoop a good balance of weight and nice punch on 2S 3S 4S battery, which leads to awesome flight performance.
• 【New cable connectors】 Whole drone no soldering or tinkering necessary. Powerful HF1106 6000KV motors with strengthened cable connectors. Cables are thicker which are harder to break off. Just plug and play.
• 【Powerful picture transmission FD VTX Micro】 You can get the picture transmitted by the fastest picture, because its power can reach 400mW, and you can switch to meet your competitive needs!
• 【Note 】 A beginner needs to practice more in the DRL Simulator before flying out and this drone will not come with battery or remote controller.
• Recommended Age: 14 years and up

• Editor's Impressions Of The HGLRC
• Video Quality
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• Value For Money
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6. Ryze Tech Tello - Mini Drone Quadcopter UAV for Kids Beginners 5MP Camera HD720 Video 13min Flight T...

User Ratings: 66 11

Tello CP.PT.00000252.01 First Impressions

"As Expected!"

Positively the best drone for inexperienced pilots. I plan to research other drone accessories built by Tello. This arrived earlier than I expected from Tello. The controls are easy to master and intuitive. Turn on the drone and go to wifi setting in your phone.

• Ryze Tech Tello - Mini Drone Quadcopter UAV for Kids Beginners 5MP Camera HD720 Video 13min Flight Time Education Scratch Programming Toy Selfies, powered by DJI, White
• Equipped with a high-quality image processor, the Tello drone shoots incredible photos and videos. Even if you don’t know how to fly, you can record pro-level videos with EZ Shots and share them on social media from your smartphone.
• Camera features 5MP (2592x1936) photos and HD720 videos at a maximum flight time of 13 minutes.
• Tello has two antennas that make video transmission extra stable and a high-capacity battery that offers impressively long flight times.
• Thanks to all the tech that Tello’s packing, like a flight controller powered by DJI, you can perform awesome tricks with this mini drone. Flying has never been so fun and easy!
• What you get: RyzeTech Tello powered by DJI, 4x Propellers (Pair), Propeller Guards (Set), Battery, Micro USB Cable, Propeller Removal Tool
• Batteries: 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included)

• Editor's Impressions Of The Tello CP.PT.00000252.01
• Video Quality
• Picture Quality
• Durability
• Quality
• Value For Money
• Affordability

7. DJI Phantom 3 Professional and Advance Bottom Cover Shell with LED

User Ratings: 83

DJI P3-30-BOP First Impressions

"I like that."

Easy to assemble, easy to fly, easy to maneuver. Amazing 35mm Camera Drone and pretty decent bundle overall. It doesn't have that annoying buzz that some have. Not a crack in the fuselage or even a broken prop. I have recommended the DJI P3-30-BOP to my friends.

• DJI Phantom 3 Professional and Advance Bottom Cover Shell with LED
• Phantom 3 Professional and Advance Bottom Shell
• Comes with 4 LEDs and Center Battery Compartment
• Use For P3 Pro/Adv - DOESN'T fit P3 Standard
• OEM DJI Part - Brand New
• Made by DJI

• Editor's Impressions Of The DJI P3-30-BOP
• Video Quality
• Picture Quality
• Durability
• Quality
• Value For Money
• Affordability

8. Drone with 1080P HD Camera, Potensic T18 GPS FPV RC Quadcopter with Adjustable Wide-Angle WiFi Camer...

User Ratings: 67 8

Potensic First Impressions

"Ease of use."

Could not get the remote camera controls to work. Make sure to get extra batteries to keep the fun going. Highly recommend this drone to you all. I think Potensic definitely has a potential winner here. A friend has a DJI Phantom drone, and flew My Potensic today.

• Drone with 1080P HD Camera, Potensic T18 GPS FPV RC Quadcopter with Adjustable Wide-Angle WiFi Camera, Auto Return Home, Altitude Hold, Follow Me, 2 Batteries and Aluminum Carrying Case
• [SMART & SMOOTH AUTONOMOUS FLIGHT] -Follow Me Mode and Fly-by-Trajectory technology that is now proven and matured over the years works beautifully together to enable smooth flight with easy piloting controls. Smart and smooth than ever.
• [1080P CAMERA & WiFi TRANMMISSION] - Built-in advanced 9-Axis mechanical gimbal and 1080P high-quality camera to captured the smooth, cinematic HD video you've expected. Note: 1080P content requires a 16/32 GB SD card(Card not included).
• [DUAL GPS NEVER LOST] - Integrates the latest technology with dual GPS to keep accurate positioning detail of your drone. The Return-to-Home function enables the T18 drone automatically return when battery low/ signal weak/ out of range. No worry about the lost.
• [APP ONE-KEY SHARE] -With the “Potensic-G” App, it allows you seamlessly connect to your smartphone, share your real-time pictures and videos directly to YouTube or Facebook. Start your trip and spread your joyful moment to your friends.
• [MORE ENJOYMENT AND BETTER PROTECT] - Come with 2 exchanged batteries& elegant aluminum case to extend playtime&enjoyment and better protect this Potensic T18 drone. PS: Potensic provides 12 months hassle-free warranty to ensure the enjoyment of your purchase.
• Batteries: 2 Lithium ion batteries required. (included)
• Recommended Age: 13 years and up

• Editor's Impressions Of The Potensic
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• Value For Money
• Affordability

9. DJI FPV Remote Controller (Mode 1)

DJI FPV Remote Controller First Impressions

"Charges well."

The battery is very easy to replace. Turn on the drone and go to wifi setting in your phone. Those will simplify drone flying a lot for beginners. The DJI FPV Remote Controller is a great deal in this price range and quality. Takes great photos and videos and is a lot of fun.

• DJI FPV Remote Controller (Mode 1)
• FPV Remote Controller (Mode 1) - DJI 1 Year Limited Warranty
• Integrated System
• Improved User Experience
• 7ms Low Latency
• 4km Control Distance
• Batteries: 1 Lithium ion batteries required. (included)

• Editor's Impressions Of The DJI FPV Remote Controller
• Video Quality
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• Durability
• Quality
• Value For Money
• Affordability

10. Holy Stone HS100G Drone with 1080p FHD Camera 5G FPV Live Video and GPS Return Home Function RC Quad...

User Ratings: 72 6

Holy Stone First Impressions

"Lots of parts."

Easy to fly, fast and the most important durable! It seems to do just about everything. Could not get the remote camera controls to work. Now l have all kinds of parts and extra batteries. The quality that this offers far exceeds the cost.

• Holy Stone HS100G Drone with 1080p FHD Camera 5G FPV Live Video and GPS Return Home Function RC Quadcopter for Beginners Kids Adults with Follow Me, Altitude Hold, Intelligent Battery
• Upgraded 1080P FHD Camera: 1080p FHD lenses with 120° FOV and 90° adjustable angle that help you capture every aerial moment
• 5G FPV Wi-Fi Transmission: Lets you see what your drone see, provides you with clear and fluent live video feed from up to 1600ft away, offers a thrilling flight experience
• GPS Auto Return Home: GPS positioning prevents drone loss; the drone will automatically return to home when its battery is low or loss signal, helps you fly safely
• Easy and Fun to Fly: Assisted with Headless Mode, Altitude Hold and One Key Takeoff/Landing functions and up to 15 min flying time, perfect drone for kids or beginners
• Follow Me Mode: The drone will automatically follow and capture your every move; you can take photos or videos the way you like, ideal selfie drone
• Batteries: 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included)
• Recommended Age: 14 years and up

• Editor's Impressions Of The Holy Stone
• Video Quality
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• Durability
• Quality
• Value For Money
• Affordability