3 of the best Drones to buy this Christmas

3 of the best Drones to buy this Christmas

Drones this, drones that – it’s all we seem to be hearing about nowadays. The internet has become simply inundated with 4K videos of the many, many scenic wonders the world has to offer. And although this is very much the mainstream, we are still utterly mesmerised by the footage produced. As has become all too common, the moment something becomes popular is the moment the market explodes with a plethora of products, merchandise and every other conceivable avenue of paraphernalia. However, what this does mean is that commodities, in this case drones, develop at record pace leaving in their wake a whole host of high-quality, high-performance, simply epic products for the layman to purchase. So, for all budding videographers, photojournalists and filmmakers out there, here a 3 of the best drones to purchase this Christmas.

DJI Phantom 3 Advanced

This drone is great for beginners – the built in camera and easy 3-function controls mean that professional footage can be captured from the get go. It’s robust, easy to transport and has a range of up to 1.2 miles.

DJI Phantom 3 advanced The Gentleman's Journal

£898.42

3D Robotics Solo

An incredibly stylish drone, and something reminiscent of Independence Day, the 3D Robotic Solo utilises the functions of a GoPro to capture breathtaking images. With a tablet on the controller, you’ll always be able to see what you’re capturing.

3d robotics solo The Gentleman's Journal

£979.95

Yuneec Q500

Finally, this hugely popular drone is built to perform, time and time again. With an amazing function that allows the drone to follow you as you move, you can capture some of the most amazing footage possible.

Yuneec Q500 The Gentleman's Journal

£842.40

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