DJI Phantom 3, First Drone Query

Ldfaktz on 15/03/2017 - 18:20

Hey OZB, Drone 'noob' here.. Planning on getting my first (non-toy) drone and it seems like getting a Price Match (-5%) with OW for umart will bring it down to something around $600 (I put this here incase people know of better pricing).

Honestly, I don't have much to ask other than, before pulling the trigger on it.. am I making the wrong move in any way/shape/form? I know there's some controversy between flight hours and making the upgrade as you dont really want to crash your $6-700 into a wall.. and I have played with quite a few sub $100 ones to get a feel.. The reason I'm moving to the Phantom 3 in the end is due to it being something if taken care of, easy to re-sell.. Anything else that was an upgrade looks like It wouldn't hold value at all (Especially the "Zero-X" range from JB Hifi at the moment).

Other than that, is there any after-purchase products I should keep on hand?

Thanks for your time!

Electrical & Electronics DJI Quadcopter

Comments

  • j-rock on 15/03/2017 - 20:23
    +3

    I was in exactly the same boat as you a few months back. I ended up getting the Phantom 3 Standard during on the eBay 20% off deals (I think I paid 570ish in the end).

    It's a stellar drone. The footage will absolutely blow you away. I doubt you'll regret it.

    Things to buy straight away

    • Spare batteries. I got a few off aliexpress. They last about 25min, which is never enough flight time for a day. + A multi charger
    • A bag. I was suprised how pricey these are even for basic styles. I ended up getting one off eBay for a steal. The actual drone itself won't fit in a regular backpack. So keep that in mind
    • A UV filter / lens protector. When the drone is turned off the camera will sort of just flop. Be it on the grass, rocks or sand. Always wear protection as they say!
    • Memory cards

    Not sure what else I can share. Shoot any other questions you have :)

    • dfaktz on 15/03/2017 - 23:23

      Awesome reply, you basically answered everything I was wondering (I guess that goes to reason since you said you were in my shoes a few months ago).

      I can probably google these, but since you offered to answer anything else.

      I have almost a drawer full of c10 microsd cards (32GB) - Sadly it was for a work project and I don't have anything bigger, I assume 32GB will be what.. an hour of recording at full quality possible?
      ..and the batteries is something I was looking into earlier aswell, I think I will grab some spares though of course, they seem pricey.. as is this hobby, but the other question I had was how long does it generally take for the stock batteries to charge from dead?

      Thanks very much for your help and answers champ.

      • j-rock on 16/03/2017 - 10:03
        +1

        32gb is massive. Memory will not be your bottleneck, the battery will!

        Google says 1.5hrs. Using 1080p/30fps I can get roughly two hours worth of footage on my GoPro.

        I've never really noticed how long they take to charge, It does take over an hour (at least two tv episodes).

        Hope this helps.

        • dfaktz on 16/03/2017 - 19:37
          +1

          DJIPH3STD $598.50

          DJI PHANTOM 3 STANDARD DRONE

          Price Override Competitor Price

          Competitor Price: $630.00

          (Price Guarantee -$31.50)

          ============

          TOTAL $598.50

          GST Included in Total $54.41

          • GST Free item

          Total Price Match Savings: $179.50

          :D

        • dfaktz on 17/03/2017 - 04:20

          Hey, sorry to bug ya again, super pleased with my purchase, tbh I can't believe how close it is to the 3x as expensive DJI 4 - just wanted to know how you use your mobile/tab device on the controller? That seems to be a big difference between the two, since my controller only has a 'clip'.
          Too weak for my samsung tab but my Nexus does fit, it'd just be nicer to put my tablet in there..

          I'm starting to assume it's an aftermarket addon for the 3?

          Thanks again… and again :P

        • j-rock on 17/03/2017 - 09:14

          @dfaktz: lol no worries. Funny you mention that, i bought an aftermarket thingy to hold my iPad on the remote.

          I've been using my LG G4 but hoping to start using my iPad to save battery when travelling etc.

        • dfaktz on 17/03/2017 - 15:02

          @j-rock: Mind grabbing a link or part number when you have a moment? ^_^

  • thatonethere on 15/03/2017 - 20:47
    +1

    Don't expect too much resale on a P3.

    Be careful with non-DJI batteries. If they fail mid-flight at best you lose the drone - at worst you cause property or personal injury.

    In good news - they are very easy to fly and unless you are stupid very hard to crash.

    Do some practice flying - very low key stuff first.

    • dfaktz on 15/03/2017 - 23:18

      No, definitely won't be expecting too much resell value, I guess I worded that part wrong, it was more of a "DJI's will hold their value, in this market".

      Thanks for the advice mate, taken onboard!

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