I say it is the best value in its price range and class considering it is a hexa.
However, according to the linked guide below based on new models and accessories for 2017, the DJI MP and P4 are the top two, with the Yuneec H520 being #3 in the $500-2000 range. The H520 has no camera, so shouldn't be in that group plus it is a professional unit, and when fully equipped completely outclasses the MP and P4. My question is why isn't the H480 in the list and what is so new and earth shattering about the MP and P4 that makes them "new"?? I've owned both, and liked the portability of the MP, but when I go out to do heavy duty video such as large areas where a camera on a tripod is best and/or it is windy, the H480 blows the DJI's out. I'm a tech guy, like bells and whistles and all, but honestly, the MP/P4 have become cumbersome, and they don't like Androids (DJI may have fixed that). I like the flight time and cameras, but because of other issues don't care to have another one, but may be forced into it some day who knows.
Anyone been to the DJI forums lately? There are multiple software issues being reported and users are complaining about various problems. IMO DJI has relegated their products to bloatware and PITA registration and all that (GEO anyone?).
2017 Drone Holiday Gift Guide: Shop Top Drones and Drone Accessories
The H480 is not even mentioned. Quite shocking actually. I'm doubting anything much different will be available this Spring but I'm likely buying another one, maybe even for Christmas. Does it need refinement and improvement? Yes, but it's still a great product.
However, according to the linked guide below based on new models and accessories for 2017, the DJI MP and P4 are the top two, with the Yuneec H520 being #3 in the $500-2000 range. The H520 has no camera, so shouldn't be in that group plus it is a professional unit, and when fully equipped completely outclasses the MP and P4. My question is why isn't the H480 in the list and what is so new and earth shattering about the MP and P4 that makes them "new"?? I've owned both, and liked the portability of the MP, but when I go out to do heavy duty video such as large areas where a camera on a tripod is best and/or it is windy, the H480 blows the DJI's out. I'm a tech guy, like bells and whistles and all, but honestly, the MP/P4 have become cumbersome, and they don't like Androids (DJI may have fixed that). I like the flight time and cameras, but because of other issues don't care to have another one, but may be forced into it some day who knows.
Anyone been to the DJI forums lately? There are multiple software issues being reported and users are complaining about various problems. IMO DJI has relegated their products to bloatware and PITA registration and all that (GEO anyone?).
2017 Drone Holiday Gift Guide: Shop Top Drones and Drone Accessories
The H480 is not even mentioned. Quite shocking actually. I'm doubting anything much different will be available this Spring but I'm likely buying another one, maybe even for Christmas. Does it need refinement and improvement? Yes, but it's still a great product.