Looking to buy a drone for use on the boat. Not looking to break the bank on this first purchase for one. Would want something that has good filming capability, battery life, as well as something that would float, and survive a possible crash in the water.
Anyone here having any experience and recommendations on these things?
Drones suitable for the salt water environment
344 views·6 replies·by MakoMatt
More of a recommendation from my IT guy who has multiple drones, races them, and does freelance work making commercials etc.
My recommendation would be one of the following:
Autel Evo Lite - $1500
SwellPro Drones – $1200 - $2000+
My recommendation would be one of the following:
Autel Evo Lite - $1500
- Full Cinematic and AI capable video at 6K
- Fully autonomous
- 40 Minute fly time
- Industrial Quality Remote
SwellPro Drones – $1200 - $2000+
- Waterproof
- Most are capable of Automatic Cinematic Flight
- Designed more for fishing
- Most have to be upgraded from base price for better camera
- Good Remote
AdmiralOriginal Crew20,411 postsSince 2019
More of a recommendation from my IT guy who has multiple drones, races them, and does freelance work making commercials etc.Thanks, I think that is more than what I want to spend on an entry level beginner drone. I have been doing some online research but a little gunshy on pulling the trigger on one without some real user advice, hopefully people in the salt water fishing community.
My recommendation would be one of the following:
Autel Evo Lite - $1500
Drones EVO Lite Plus | Buy in Autel Robotics Official Store
- Full Cinematic and AI capable video at 6K
- Fully autonomous
- 40 Minute fly time
- Industrial Quality Remote
SwellPro Drones – $1200 - $2000+
All SwellPro Drones
- Waterproof
- Most are capable of Automatic Cinematic Flight
- Designed more for fishing
- Most have to be upgraded from base price for better camera
- Good Remote
CaptainOriginal Crew2,076 postsSince 2018
Thanks, I think going somewhat of a “cheap route” would be my best option. If I can accomplish what I want to without spending a lot appeals to me. Should I like the drone thing I can always get into it more. From ads I’ve seen, and reviews read, I’m thinking of a budget of under $500
CaptainOriginal Crew2,076 postsSince 2018
I don't much about them but I do have a small DJI. They seem to be very popular and can handle what you would want to do. I cheaped out on my first one and I could see how you will always want to upgrade.Thanks, I think going somewhat of a “cheap route” would be my best option. If I can accomplish what I want to without spending a lot appeals to me. Should I like the drone thing I can always get into it more. From ads I’ve seen, and reviews read, I’m thinking of a budget of under $500
CaptainOriginal Crew2,076 postsSince 2018
Thanks, I think going somewhat of a “cheap route” would be my best option. If I can accomplish what I want to without spending a lot appeals to me. Should I like the drone thing I can always get into it more. From ads I’ve seen, and reviews read, I’m thinking of a budget of under $500Just make sure it can fly over water, some cannot.
CommodoreOriginal Crew5,158 postsSince 2018
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