Wind & Flyability

Check whether conditions are safe to fly

mph
Good 12 mph sustained
Status Flyable
Gust Margin +6 mph
Photo Quality Good
Video Impact Minimal jello
Wind rule of thumb: Never fly when sustained winds exceed 2/3 of your drone's max speed. Gusts above the max speed risk loss of control.

Ground Coverage

How much ground your camera sees at a given altitude

mm
-90° (nadir)
— Width
— Height
— Area
— GSD

Shutter Speed Guide

The 180° rule adapted for drones, plus photo-specific guidance

Shutter Speed 1/500
ISO 100
Aperture f/2.8
ND Filter None

Scenario Settings

Recommended camera settings for common aerial shots

Quick Reference

Jello effect? Raise shutter speed, reduce vibration, avoid high wind
Blown-out sky? Use ND or polarizer, expose for highlights
Soft images? Use lowest ISO, shoot RAW, avoid digital zoom
White balance? Lock to Sunny or Cloudy — never Auto for video
Color profile? D-Log or D-Cinelike for post grading, Normal for quick use
File format? RAW (DNG) for photos, H.265 / ProRes for video
HDR photos? AEB bracketing 3–5 frames ±2 EV, merge in post
Hyperlapse settings? 2s interval, fixed WB, lock exposure, fly slowly

Regulations Reference

Key rules by region — always verify locally before flying

Rule Requirement
Disclaimer: Regulations change frequently. This is a quick reference only — always check your country's aviation authority and local bylaws before flying.

Pre-flight Checklist

Tap to check off each item before takeoff

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Aerial Photography Tips

Get sharper, more compelling drone shots

Composition

  • Nadir (straight down) for abstract patterns
  • Leading lines — roads, rivers, shadows
  • Include a person or car for scale
  • 45° angle for depth and dimension

Exposure & Color

  • Always shoot RAW
  • Expose for highlights, recover shadows
  • AEB bracketing for HDR scenes
  • Lock WB before recording video

Flight Technique

  • Fly slow — fast sticks = shaky footage
  • Tripod / cine mode for smooth video
  • Master orbit, reveal, and top-down
  • Fly into wind on return for battery

Common Mistakes

  • Max altitude — closer is usually better
  • Dirty gimbal or lens
  • Digital zoom instead of flying closer
  • Ignoring sun position and shadows