Editor's Choice - Our Favorite Entry Level Camera Drones

1. Foldable Drone with 720P HD Camera for Adults, FPV WiFi RC Quadcopter, 120° Wide-Angle Live Video C...

User Ratings: 86 14

shimu First Impressions

"Hovers good."

Positively the best drone for inexperienced pilots. The battery is very easy to replace. I can press the button again and continue the flight. Excellent Price for a Drone like this one. I have to say, I really like this drone.

  • Foldable Drone with 720P HD Camera for Adults, FPV WiFi RC Quadcopter, 120° Wide-Angle Live Video Camera, Altitude Hold, APP Control, One Key Return, Easy to Fly for Beginners, 2 Batteries
  • 720P HD DUAL CAMERAS WITH IMAGE STABILIZATION - The foldable drones with camera for adults have 720P Front Camera with 40°adjustable angle catches incredible clear and broader photos; 480P Bottom Camera enables you to see the word from different angle.
  • EASY TO FLY - One Key Return to Home function will fly the rc drone back to you automatically. Functions, like one key start/stop, altitude hold and headless mode make the drones with camera for kids easy to control for entry level pilots. Get worry free flight and have better shots!
  • FPV REAL TIME TRANSMISSION - 2.4GHz transmission ensures beautiful scenes are sent back from the starter drone to your phone, frequent and clear, letting you share it on social medias by HFun App directly and easily.
  • INTELLIGENT FLIGHT BY TRAJECTORY - Design a flight path on the screen, which help you dedicated yourself on more creative and amazing photography. The blade 720 drones with camera can fly to where you are unable to reach.
  • FLY MORE STABLE AND LONGER - The foldable hd drone for boys or girls is quite wind-resistant for outdoor fights. The 2 intelligent batteries can work for 20 minutes in total. Battery level and drone signal shown on the LED screen; You may take it outdoor for wedding, rafting, fishing, hiking etc. Enjoy Leisure Time!
  • Batteries: 2 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included)
  • Recommended Age: 14 years and up
  • Editor's Impressions Of The shimu
  • Video Quality
  • Picture Quality
  • Durability
  • Quality
  • Value For Money
  • Affordability

shimu Final Thoughts

"Loads of fun!"

A friend has a DJI Phantom drone, and flew My shimu today. This is a good Selfie or Video drone. Bigger drones will cost much more with more battery life. Fast quick delivery of this hard to find drone. We are currently having 12-15MPH gusts of wind.

Overall Score
4.4


(10 Points)

2. Syma 2.4GHz 4-Channel RC Quadcopter with Gyro and Camera

User Ratings: 41

SYMA X5C First Impressions

"Fast delivery."

I think the SYMA app will take some getting used to. Fast quick delivery of this hard to find drone. The liability insurance is worth it. It works perfectly with no problems, indoors, outdoors. I was very excited to receive this SYMA X5C.

  • Syma 2.4GHz 4-Channel RC Quadcopter with Gyro and Camera
  • Shoots images and video.
  • Great for beginning pilots.
  • Stable Flight Characteristics from included gyros.
  • Motor Type: Brushed.
  • 1S 500mAh 3.7V LiPO Battery included.
  • Great for indoor flight.
  • Great for beginning pilots.
  • Batteries: 4 Lithium ion batteries required. (included)
  • Recommended Age: 14 years and up
  • Editor's Impressions Of The SYMA X5C
  • Video Quality
  • Picture Quality
  • Durability
  • Quality
  • Value For Money
  • Affordability

SYMA X5C Final Thoughts

"Grey and black."

Also I would HIGHLY suggest you use the prop guards. But overall, I am very happy with the product. Amazing Entry Level Camera Drone and pretty decent bundle overall. This is our first drone that uses GPS. But once I put it together it worked like a charm.

Overall Score
4.1


(11 Points)

3. 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
  • Video Quality
  • Picture Quality
  • Durability
  • Quality
  • Value For Money
  • Affordability

ScharkSpark Final Thoughts

"Recommended."

The manual is very clear and it takes 5 minutes to set up. I have some really cool ideas for them. Didn’t unplug in the middle of the flights. The durability of this ScharkSpark is ridiculous. The controls are easy to master and intuitive.

Overall Score
4.2


(23 Points)

4. Potensic Upgraded A20 Mini Drone Easy to Fly Even to Kids and Beginners, RC Helicopter Quadcopter wi...

User Ratings: 66 10

Potensic US-A20-Green First Impressions

"Comfortable!"

I liked it enough, so I'm buying another one. Besides that though its a great little drone. It is super responsive and performs well. Bigger drones will cost much more with more battery life. Make sure to get extra batteries to keep the fun going.

  • Potensic Upgraded A20 Mini Drone Easy to Fly Even to Kids and Beginners, RC Helicopter Quadcopter with Auto Hovering, Headless Mode, Extra Batteries and Remote Control-Green
  • Having Fun for More Time : 2 detachable batteries and 3 adjustable speed levels deliver exciting flight experience for amateurs and advanced pilots alike.
  • Fast & Agile: You could control the drone fly toward any directions by Remote Controller. Once expert, you could adjust it to the high speed and fly through the obstacle course hoops by Eagle Pro.
  • Easy to Fly: With Altitude Hold, Headless Mode and One Key Taking-off / Landing, you could fly it without worrying about the direction and control it easier.
  • Portable: It’s the width of an iPhone 5”. Besides, it’s extremely lightweight and easy to carry.
  • Worry-saving & Convenient: It covers 12 months warranty and does not have to register FAA in the USA.
  • Batteries: 3 Lithium Metal batteries required. (included)
  • Recommended Age: 14 years and up
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Potensic US-A20-Green
  • Video Quality
  • Picture Quality
  • Durability
  • Quality
  • Value For Money
  • Affordability

Potensic US-A20-Green Final Thoughts

"Easy to maneuver."

So no complaints here. So no complaints here. Wish I got a bit longer on the drone battery though. I plan to research other drone accessories built by Potensic. This Potensic US-A20-Green takes the cake with utility and functionality.

Overall Score
4.2


(2207 Points)

5. Potensic D58, FPV Drone with 1080P Camera, 5G WiFi HD Live Video, GPS Auto Return, RC Quadcopter for...

User Ratings: 58 11

Potensic First Impressions

"Too bad, So sad."

When powered on the blue lights are stunning. Really pleased with the Potensic performance. It works perfectly with no problems, indoors, outdoors. This really is a great drone for anyone of any ability. Overall, a decent purchase at this price point.

  • Potensic D58, FPV Drone with 1080P Camera, 5G WiFi HD Live Video, GPS Auto Return, RC Quadcopter for Adult, Portable Case, 2 Battery, Follow Me, Easy Selfie Beginner, Expert, White
  • 【Ideal Travelling Drone with Carrying Case and 2 Batteries】: Come with a customized sliver case for holding your drone and accessories. Double batteries provide up to 36 min flight. Long fun time for outdoor travelling.
  • 【5G WiFi Real-time Transmission, 1080P Camera】: Featured with 5G WiFi camera, this D58 captures 1080P images and smooth live video without delay. 120° Wide angle and 90° lens diversified your shooting styles.
  • 【GPS Assisted Safe and Stable Flight】: GPS Mode and altitude hold function make D58 hovers stably in the air. One-button return, out of range and low battery alarm, and out of control protection, all these help to ensure a safe flying.
  • 【Suit for Both Beginners and Experts】: One-key taking off and landing for kids and beginners, 3 speed mode for pilots of different operational proficiency. Birthday or holiday gift for kids and friends.
  • 【Follow Me & Orbit Mode】: D58 can follow your steps everywhere under the Follow Me mode. Orbit mode helps take a panoramic picture around you at the center. If you have any question, please feel free to contact us.
  • Batteries: 2 Lithium ion batteries required. (included)
  • Recommended Age: 14 years and up
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Potensic
  • Video Quality
  • Picture Quality
  • Durability
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  • Value For Money
  • Affordability

Potensic Final Thoughts

"What can I say?"

Easy to fly, fast and the most important durable! It's pretty quick and sounds like a really loud mosquito. Now l have all kinds of parts and extra batteries. The liability insurance is worth it. Everything worked well right out of the box.

Overall Score
4.0


(39 Points)

6. Holy Stone FPV Foldable Drone with Camera for Kids and Beginners, RC Quadcopter with 720P HD, 2 Flig...

User Ratings: 54 15

Holy Stone First Impressions

"Loving it so far."

I travel a lot and can take all I need in a backpack. Could not get the remote camera controls to work. Highly recommend this drone to you all. It works perfectly with no problems, indoors, outdoors. Highly recommend this drone to you all.

  • Holy Stone FPV Foldable Drone with Camera for Kids and Beginners, RC Quadcopter with 720P HD, 2 Flight Modes, APP Control, 3D Flip, Altitude Hold, Headless Mode, 2 Modular Batteries, Carrying Case,Red
  • ⭐WIFI FPV TRANSMISSION: The real-time transmission is seamlessly transmitted over a stable 2.4GHz frequency. As the drone takes to sky, watch the video on your mobile device and record video or take photos, as well as convenient to share your wonderful moments to your social media.
  • ⭐EXPERIENCE MORE: Features 2 flight modes, providing you a more stable performance when folded in, as well as altitude hold, headless mode, multiple speed modes, LED lights, low-battery alarm and one-key star/landing. You can also experience more excellent features like FPV camera function, 3D flips in extended mode.
  • ⭐LONGER FLIGHT TIME: 2 Modular batteries of drone and transmitter are interchangeable which support a longer flight time and extend the fun for you and your family.
  • ⭐SAFETY PROTECTION GUARDS: Foldable design with soft 360° propeller guards make it safe enough for the beginner, expert especially kids. What’s more, the durable rubbery plastic and protection guards protect the propeller from collision. Keep flying safety.
  • ⭐EASY TO CARRY OUT: Compact body with the portable carrying case, bring you a lot of convenience. Allow you to organize your drone and accessories in this portable case. You can take the drone to anywhere.
  • Batteries: 2 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included)
  • Recommended Age: 14 years and up
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Holy Stone
  • Video Quality
  • Picture Quality
  • Durability
  • Quality
  • Value For Money
  • Affordability

Holy Stone Final Thoughts

"Ten minutes."

Very pleasantly surprised by the video quality of this! I’ve not confirmed the same behavior with Bluetooth. It took me 5 minutes to go through instruction. The quality that this offers far exceeds the cost. Batteries, no reason to stress them like that.

Overall Score
4.0


(48 Points)

7. Kolibri Hellfire - Best Quadcopter Drone Wide-Angle Camera with Live Video Feed FPV 720P HD Headless...

User Ratings: 54 8

Kolibri First Impressions

"Decent quality."

But once I put it together it worked like a charm. It hovered in place even with the 4 to 7 mph breezes. Batteries, no reason to stress them like that. Then I can select to the VR mode and wear my own VR head set. I love this Entry Level Camera Drone, it is a beast in a small package!

  • Kolibri Hellfire - Best Quadcopter Drone Wide-Angle Camera with Live Video Feed FPV 720P HD Headless Mode 2.4GHz 4 Channel 6 Axis Gyro RTF with Altitude Hold Function, Great for Beginners.
  • ★ EXCELLENT ACCURATE FLYER WITH GREAT PERFORMANCE - All about dynamic mechanisms, the Kolibri Hellfire Drone has the performance and capability of upper-end drones unmatched on the market today. It allows you to capture everything from wide angle to mid-range shots with perfect accuracy to begin your drone flying career. Enjoy the cutting-edge components from headless security system to HD camera this RC quadcopter has to offer
  • ★ REAL-TIME TRANSMISSION WITH FPV APP VIDEO STREAM - Offering Wi-Fi FPV live video feed transmission via APP on iOS or Android phone, this drone commands better control to shoot and read aerial photos with extreme detail and provides powerful 2.4GHz signal frequency so you can fly in environments with busy signal interference for a safe and uninterrupted flight
  • ★ ULTRA HD 720P / 30 FPS CAMERA FOR EPIC SHOTS - Equipped with an otherworldly 120° wide-angle lens, this hd quadcopter gives you high quality images and videos with an immersive perspective of a cinematic look. With the Fly Kolibri app, you’ll be able to store your stunning footages in both app and mobile album system for further download, editing, and sharing
  • ★ NEVER LOSE YOUR DRONE - The headless mode security system enables drone flyers of any level to fly the quad copter easily regardless of the direction of the drone. It also integrates altitude hold function to properly be suspended in mid air and the auto takeoff and landing feature ensures that your drone flies and return safely
  • ★ STELLAR CUSTOMER SATISFACTION - Backed by our unbeatable customer satisfaction, Kolibri drones comes with a 30-day money back guarantee to ensure your piece of mind. Either get a replacement or return it for a full refund
  • Batteries: 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included)
  • Recommended Age: 14 years and up
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Kolibri
  • Video Quality
  • Picture Quality
  • Durability
  • Quality
  • Value For Money
  • Affordability

Kolibri Final Thoughts

"Unbelievable!"

Without it the recordings would have cutouts and visible lag. But this Kolibri was a complete and total win from the get go. The liability insurance is worth it. The battery is very easy to replace. Highly recommend this drone to you all.

Overall Score
4.0


(38 Points)

8. WiFi APP Control Drones with HD Camera 720P 120° Angle Foldable FPV Drone Altitude Hold Auto Hover,...

User Ratings: 73

HT HONOR . TRUST First Impressions

"Great part!"

We are currently having 12-15MPH gusts of wind. I like the functionality of the HT HONOR . TRUST . Even my high end drone buddies were impressed. The battery is very easy to replace. Very durable for a beginner to crash lots of times.

  • WiFi APP Control Drones with HD Camera 720P 120° Angle Foldable FPV Drone Altitude Hold Auto Hover, Gravity Sensor Compatible with VR Headset
  • allows video recordings up to 300 feet away, with a 720P HD video output.Wifi Hotspot was created by the drone and have a wireless video feed.Photo and video could both saved in App and SD card(not included)
  • altitude hold function enable fly at a fixed height and easy to take photos
  • Easy to Fly for Adults Beginners: the function such as Headless Mode,2.4GHZ,4 channels ,auto fly back ,auto hover,makes it easy for beginners
  • Foldable and Portable:smaller and lighter package,easy to carry, save your space and enjoys flying anywhere anytime.
  • Bonus battery and replacement service :two 3.7V 900mah batteries are included,10-12 minutes for one battery.HT offers one year two batteries replacement service
  • Batteries: 1 Lithium ion batteries required. (included)
  • Recommended Age: 14 years and up
  • Editor's Impressions Of The HT HONOR . TRUST
  • Video Quality
  • Picture Quality
  • Durability
  • Quality
  • Value For Money
  • Affordability

HT HONOR . TRUST Final Thoughts

"What can I say?"

It doesn't have that annoying buzz that some have. Fast quick delivery of this hard to find drone. Highly recommend this drone to you all. It's well designed and self protected. Very durable for a beginner to crash lots of times.

Overall Score
4.7


(5 Points)

9. Rage RC RGR3000 Century Wi-Fi FPV Drone Toy with HD Camera

User Ratings: 72

Rage RC RGR3000 First Impressions

"Great range."

It's all very simple and straight forward to assemble. It will automatically return home if connection is lost. Turn on the drone and go to wifi setting in your phone. It's pretty quick and sounds like a really loud mosquito. I went directly with the high speed.

  • Rage RC RGR3000 Century Wi-Fi FPV Drone Toy with HD Camera
  • High definition video and still photos
  • live video streaming via Wi-Fi to your smartphone or tablet
  • Control your drone right from the app using your smartphone or tablet
  • One-button take off and landing with multiple flight modes for pilots of all skill levels
  • Everything you need is in the box-no; additional purchase necessary
  • Batteries: 2 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included)
  • Recommended Age: 16 - 16 years
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Rage RC RGR3000
  • Video Quality
  • Picture Quality
  • Durability
  • Quality
  • Value For Money
  • Affordability

Rage RC RGR3000 Final Thoughts

"Lesson learned."

Best part is it is fully charged in 30 min. Positively the best drone for inexperienced pilots. We are currently having 12-15MPH gusts of wind. The battery is very easy to replace. I also added the remote protector and the screen protector.

Overall Score
4.7


(2 Points)

10. DJI Tello Quadcopter Drone Boost Combo with HD Camera and VR, comes 3 Batteries, 8 Propellers, Power...

User Ratings: 73 5

DJI First Impressions

"Thanks, DJI!"

The controls have zero noticeable lag. I’ve not confirmed the same behavior with Bluetooth. This is our first drone that uses GPS. It hovered in place even with the 4 to 7 mph breezes. It works perfectly with no problems, indoors, outdoors.

  • DJI Tello Quadcopter Drone Boost Combo with HD Camera and VR, comes 3 Batteries, 8 Propellers, Powered by DJI Technology and Intel 14-Core Processor, Coding Education, Throw and Go
  • Sold by DJI Authorized Dealer, Tello Boost Combo with VanCityUAV Cleaning Kit
  • Little drone for kids and adults that’s a blast to fly and helps users learn about drones with coding education.
  • VR headset compatibility fly with a breathtaking first-person view.
  • Tello has two antennas that make video transmission extra stable and a high-capacity battery that offers impressively long flight times.
  • Equipped with a high-quality image processor, Tello 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.
  • Batteries: 3 Lithium ion batteries required. (included)
  • Editor's Impressions Of The DJI
  • Video Quality
  • Picture Quality
  • Durability
  • Quality
  • Value For Money
  • Affordability

DJI Final Thoughts

"I don't fly here."

This is a great Entry Level Camera Drone for the price. This really is a great drone for anyone of any ability. Can't wait for my other parts so I can put it all together. I can press the button again and continue the flight. This is a great flyer for both indoor and outside flying.

Overall Score
4.4


(128 Points)

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