msnider44
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Alright. Did my first test flight today with a fully fucnctioning GoPro Hero 4 Black. Previously I had a shit memory card in the GoPro which would shut the camera down as soon as I lifted off. So, with new approved memory card in, I took it out to the downtown outskirts of San Diego, and flew while recording. Results? Pretty sure it's close to perfection. I'm using the Black 50 Dampers, the provided securing pins, and no Sorbothane, 4K video, 30fps. No vibration, no jello - and it was somewhat windy in the airspace between the tall condo buildings. So for right now, I'm happy. Granted, I still get very, very nervous when I turn on this gear and get it in the air (hopefully this will go away in due time w/ more experience - I've had my Phantom 2 for 4 days), so right now I'm a very conservative pilot. Even after required compass calibration.
The 4K video looks amazing on my 4K TV, and as I mentioned I was glued to the TV watching the footage I got because the video was so good. I can already tell this hobby is going to take up most of my free time. I think I'll try the securing pins for the time being until I get more experienced with flying and capturing video, then see what the zip ties do for me. The Black 50 Dampers seem to be fine for me (so far).
Now I just need to study the DJI Phantom 2 Manual to really get comfy with everything, and I really need to study the GoPro editiing software. Already tried it tonight (adding music, titles, etc) to the clips, and it's going to take some patience and time on my part.
Thanks again for the help and responses. Happy and excited to be a part of this experience.
P.S. - does the nervousness go away when flying this thing? Eventually? I'd be heartbroken if what I've seen on YouTube re: accidents / failures / fly aways / crashes happens to me. So far this has been a pretty big $$$ investment. And I already know it'll only go up in dollar signs. |
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