These days drones are very much a part of every-day life, and it’s amazing to think that it was only a little over 10 years ago that Chinese company DJI launched their first consumer flying camera drone – the Phantom. Up until that point, aerial photography was something for the elite, usually involving expensive helicopters or small plane flights, and so when a highly affordable flying camera came on the market it was truly a game-changer.
Seeing the world from above offers an extraordinary opportunity for photographers, even if we are now somewhat blasé about aerial images that would have had our jaws dropping a decade ago - such is progress!
Drones and their cameras have evolved at a rapid pace, and what’s more they are now highly compact and pretty affordable. Here’s what you need to know to get started with drone photography.
THE BEST DRONES FOR PHOTOGRAPHY
Before the ink even dries on the page there will probably be a newer and better drone on sale. In 2024, the current generation of drones are very much focussed on video creation, with photography seemingly an addon bonus. It means that most have similar stills photography
