Cinematic FPV - 10 CRUCIAL TIPS for Beginners!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 18 มิ.ย. 2020
- I've learned so much over the past 6 months getting into FPV/Freestyle quads, and still have a long way to go! But while it's all still fresh on my mind I figured I'd put this together for anyone who's thinking about getting into this hobby specifically for cinematography/filmmaking.
If you're a beginner having trouble figuring out what to buy, check out my buyer's guide! www.christophbenfey.com/post/...
2:43 - 1: Join a Community
3:50 - 2: Get in the Simulator
4:25 - 3: Go Digital (for Cinematography)
5:24 - 4: Go Pre-Built
6:46 - 5: Lots of Props
9:04 - 6: Go 6S
12:34 - 7: Action Cameras
13:55 - 8: Acro only!
15:10 - 9: Bardwell
16:30 - 10: Line of Sight
If you want more info on any of the stuff I talk about in this video or a list of the gear I'm using, scroll down or check out my blog post on the subject: (check back soon!)
Huge thank you to the FPV pilots who have been so helpful along my whole journey:
Eric Papky: / hivestudioscanada
Prince FPV: / pj1980123
Konasty FPV: / @erickonasty
Wren: / wrenthereaper
Cornell Herg: @cornellherg
Joshua Bardwell: / @joshuabardwell
The gear I'm using:
DJI FPV System: bit.ly/2V0tl0O
4S Battery for DJI Goggles: bit.ly/3hImP8z
5" Freestyle Quad:
iFlight Titan DC5 w/ DJI Air Unit (if you already have the DJI Goggles & RC): bit.ly/3fD3bsE
iFlight Titan DC5 w/ Goggles & RC (if you want to get it with the DJI stuff in one order): bit.ly/3fKJwXX
Extra Props for DC5: bit.ly/2V0jnMB
6S 1300mAh Batteries for DC5: bit.ly/2BplSBa
3" Cinewhoop:
Holybro Kopis 3" Cinewhoop: bit.ly/37Rn1xO
Extra Props for Cinewhoop: bit.ly/2YgQxd2
4S Batteries for Cinewhoop: bit.ly/3hImP8z
Battery Chargers:
Venom Pro Duo: bit.ly/2YgrR4j
ISDT T6: bit.ly/2YgRvWI
ISDT T8: bit.ly/30WUoO2
Action/360 Cameras:
Insta360 One X: bit.ly/3hHyX9L
Insta360 One R: bit.ly/30Y4ZbD
Insta360 Go: bit.ly/2V0vh9z
Tools:
Field Repair Kit: bit.ly/2UXAoab
TS100 Portable Soldering Iron: bit.ly/2CiwHWc
DJI Mavic 2 Pro: bit.ly/2Qz5Xp3
All music licensed via Music Bed, get a free 30-day trial: bit.ly/2R1YTAC
Color Graded using Lutify.Me's amazing luts: bit.ly/39L82Wx
If I left anything out, let me know! - ภาพยนตร์และแอนิเมชัน
Rule no1 don't wobble in sky.
I thought everyone knew that rule so I left it out, but good point!
What’s that ”wobble in sky”?
@@YasmineAndHenrik hahahaha right wtf....🤔🤔🤣 rule #1.... set your fail safe! Aaaa #1.5...! Have a dual arm set up on your T.X! Rule #2 MAKE SURE EVERYTHING IS SUPER SECURE! /make sure your props wont hit the antennas if you crash! #3 dont bust the antenna off your vtx/secure that shit well too! Aaaaaa... #3.5😅 make sure props are on right and tight! #4 DONT CRASH on a maiden! Take off and cruise for a min.. come back and land! Goggles off...... YESSSSS!...... Nowww you can go try a flip😜!!
@@stickboyfpv4742 I have no idea what you just said.
@@omegalord lol was that before or after you liked your own comment😆😆? And sorry man...! Not sure what you mean..!
Gotta give you props for having so many props
Thanks!! I’m gonna need those sooner than later 😂
Great tips Christoph! Can't wait to start getting into FPV man!
Many thanks, Christoph! Awesome tips!
That is the most helpful video about fpv drones in the internet to get an overview as a beginner. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful! It's all stuff I was lucky to be told by experienced pilots that I found really helpful, so I'm happy to pass it all along!
This is easily one of the best beginner fpv videos to watch if you are thinking about getting into the hobby. Thanks for an honest and great video.
Thank you so much! I'm glad you found it helpful!
Great tips, no over-the-top BS. I've been flying for several years and decided to get in to FPV and this is exactly the kind of information I'm looking for. Thanks.
So glad to hear you found this helpful! You’re gonna love the FPV stuff and it’ll make you a better pilot with regular drones too!
DJI FPV is amazing. I have been flying FPV multirotors for about 5 years now, and converted to DJI this year. I feel like the better image and quality of connection makes me a more confident pilot. It's not cheap but for the results the cost is worth it.
Yeah and with the 50mbps update now it's unbelievably clear! I think the argument against going digital is starting to lose it's legs.
@@cbenfey Definitely! I'm excited to see how digital continues to evolve. Its only a matter of time until it becomes as cheap as analog I think.
Great intro to this topic. Thanks for putting it out.
Ummmm . . . that intro was amazing. Mind blown 🤯
I really love your content, always to the point.
and thanks, Christoph. I have been following your work for a long time and I have to say you taught me great things.
Love from Bangladesh. 💓
Nicely done! Now that's some great cinematic FPV footage! 👍👍👍
Thank you!!
The most honest video I've ever seen about FPV for beginners. Thank you so much!
Thank you! And you’re welcome!
this has to be the best tips video on TH-cam!!! Mate the quality!! Thanks a lot for making this!!
Glad it was helpful! Put a lot of time and energy into this one to make sure it would be worthwhile!
All still relevant points in 2022. Thanks for those tips. I've got about 30 hours on the sim, been flying the beta flight Cetus pro and that basic setup for about a month now getting comfortable and responsive. I really do need to connect with my local FPV community. Great idea.
Great vid brother, getting stoked to get in it
Bar none, best set of tips I have seen anyone put together. Well done, brother!
Damn dude, I really appreciate that!
It’s been 9months since I got into this hobby. I started with a simulator but I built my own quad also. Which is the best thing i did. Because after crash i know immediately what to fix and how to fix it. I have no knowledge about everything but youtube has answers for all my questions. Great video!
Yeah I've pretty much learned everything I know from TH-cam, so lucky to have it as a resource!
Awesome tips Sir 👍👍
Thanks for all the great tips, as someone who is curious about this hobby and considering it, this was perfect combination of info I need to start! Really appreciated.
My pleasure! Glad I could give you that little push in the right direction!
Nicely shot!! Beautifully color graded!
Thank you so much!
One of the best FPV starter videos I have seen. Well Done!!!
Thanks dude, that means a lot!!
Awesome Video mate! Getting into FPV rn, and videos like urs really keep me tuned and hyped! Alltough i´ll start with a Tinywhoop and work my way up to a 3"/4" cinewhoop...
Thanks Christoph! As always your content is great. And this has been really helpful.
Glad to hear it, my pleasure!
Been flying for a couple years myself. I really like how you arranged this video. It managed to keep my all the way through. 🤙🤙
Thanks dude! Put a lot of time into this one, so I’m glad it can be appreciated by people at all levels!
Fantastic shot of Tews!
Yeah ! So cool to see you made FPV video ! Thks Chris !
Thanks dude! More to come :)
Was really nice to get the perspective of a cinematographer in the fpv drone scene coming. Thanks for the content.
Hey thanks!
All 10 are absolutely right ! awesome job
❤️❤️❤️
So super helpful!!! The best FPV video i have seen yet!!! ;)
So glad to hear it!
This video just motivated me to go out and fly! Thank you for that, I forgot how amazing FPV is!
I feel the same way whenever I'm too busy to fly for a few weeks...like today for example! I need to get out there and FLY!
Love your dedication & adventure🔥
Thank you!
Thank you best cinematic fpv video ever
Great flying mate👌👌👌
Thanks dude! It's all I think about haha!
Amazing flying
I love the way your calm demeanor makes this super easy to watch. I can't stand people who are too loud on their channels lol
Great tips - esp. the props'! Thanks for sharing
No problem, glad you found it helpful!
Excellent.... Great advice, great points. Thanks for posting!
Thanks, Steve! It’s always a pleasure :)
Thank you so much for this great video!!
You're welcome! Thank you so much for this great comment!
Amazing video bro. I'm just learning about fpv drones and the racing and cinematic aspect of it. This video really helped. Thanks! Also great color grade for your video and cinematography.
Thanks! FPV is seriously the most fun you can have with a camera.
That was a really good video! I like that your answers were not already expected. You have a different opinion but explained the ''why''.
Great video!
Glad you got something out of it! What can I say...I've had a lot of time to think about these things, haha!
Dude, great vid! Been flying for over a year, & yes, Joshua Bardwell is a God send. Haven't bought a GoPro yet but plan to. Keep up the good work. God's speed.
Same to you! Just passed the one year mark myself and it's winter here so I haven't been flying as much as I'd like to...need to get out!
Absolutely amazing video I'm just going down the rabbit hole of learning about fpv and this video answered a lot of my questions especially about cinematic fpv. Instant subscribe to your channel and Joshua's 👍🔥.
Keep up the good work.
This is perfect! Thanks for this great video!
You're so welcome!
That looks fun! I'm in.
Thanks, glad I found your channel. I'm following step by step.
Nice!! It's the most fun you can have with a camera, I'm excited for you!
Awesome Work 👍
Thank you so much 😀
I’m a DOP too and although I’ve flown drones for a while I’ve not gotten into the FPV yet but feel the dynamism it could add to a project could be really useful. Thanks for the video I found this super helpful!
Fantastic video!
Thanks!
Thanks... Precious tricks for us 👍🏻
Ohh man i've been dreaming of going back to the base of Tew's since I started FPV. Grew up near Dundas, so many beauty nature spots! Great vid!
Your video was really well done and easy to follow..just contemplating FPV drones. This video was the first one I found on introducing FPV drones..Thank you! Great video!
Glad it was helpful! If you just want to dip your toes into trying it I'd recommend the FPV Whoop Racing Starter Kit from BetaFPV! It comes with everything you need to get started and it's only $129.99! betafpv.com/products/fpv-whoop-racing-starter-kit-2?sca_ref=520545.u2t2buzskv
DUDE!!!! Thank you so much for his video, information, and links.
No problem at all!
Great vid!
I appreciate you bringing a different backstory to FPV content. I’m in.
Rad! Stoked to have you!
Incredible!
Cool cinematic intro. Well organized tutorial. Braap approved 👌
Haha I didn't even realize how badly I wanted to be Braap approved and now I need it for all my videos!
Great video and top tip's, I agree very much with them! I also, learnt from JB when I started FPV very helpful dude! Superb cinematic flights and edit buddy, happy flying! 👏👌👍²⁷⁴
I feel like so many people will owe their FPV career to that dude, haha! He's a legend!
Nice flight! Well done 👌
Thanks! 👍
This is good! Subscribed
man i love your video!! thanks for this !!
I've wanted to do the same shot you did in your intro FOREVER. I back onto those tracks.
Oh wow, you're in a great spot! You should still go do it sometime, it's such a fun spot to fly!
Awesome video!
Appreciate that!
Thanks for this info. Hope you are enjoying flying post pandemic. God bless 😊🙏🏼❤️
Great video. I've been flying for three years and there were some great beginner tips in here. Also notice the flying at Tri City Park :) Great spot..
Yeah I was super nervous flying there, I barely had a handle on things at that point in time and there were people to avoid!
Brilliant. Thank you.
No worries!
Top tips, thanks for posting.
Glad it was helpful!
Amazing video 👏
Thanks 😁
amazing david guetta! love your music and your drone videos! keep going!
Hahahaha ok!
Man what a good video, I'm here because the video from Mark Bone, and I began FPV this year too during lockdown, saw a ton of videos of the freestyle pilots that everybody knows, that are trying to make cinematic content, but this is the first one of someone like me, I mean videographer that got into FPV not the other way, you changed my mind with a lot of things what I'm struggling right now, because 1 month ago I lost my drone with the gopro and if I would see this video before maybe I would save the gopro and maybe the drone too, I started with a 3" and have no regrets but I'm looking forward to get a 5" and complement my skills. Hi from Colombia
Yeah I'm really glad I started with a 5"! It's really the most versatile size for cinematic stuff! Good luck with your own FPV journey!
Been flying for a long time, I still buy prebuilts especially when I just need to put FPV fuel in my tank to keep me going. Plus you can buy gear for cheaper than you can build it yourself. Even if you buy a pre bulilt a lot of time you can transfer that gear on a separate project later. I just bought the iflight XL5 HD for 270 dollars in the 6S configuration. That puts the quad at 110 dollars minus the DJI system. It has premium motors and gear and just the motors alone are 80 bucks+. I could never fly this purchase and I still would be heavily satisfied. But of course I already have 10 packs through it....lol Great vid and I wish I had some of these locations, a lot of time the terrain informs the way we fly and develop.
I agree 100%! And yes, finding a good spot is paramount in this hobby!
Great video bruv... that Tews dive is on my bucket list... doing that dive was one of the reasons I got into FPV... just need to finish my A-RPAS first....
Haha yeah! I do have my advanced certificate as well. I recommend parking in Dundas and hiking in for Tews!
Great content!
Thanks!
Nice content and an awesome intro man
Appreciate that!
Great video Christoph!! It was fun to fly with you.
And yes I totally agree about buying a ready to fly drone for your first drone rather than building it. I think it’s way more approachable for a beginner to repair than build. After enough repairs and experience, beginners will eventually learn enough about how drones are built to have the confidence to do it themselves.
Or at least... that’s exactly how I did it too haha 😂😝
I have a feeling the people saying you need to build it yourself are trying to prevent this hobby from going mainstream or something!
@@cbenfey my opinion is they are the ones who might have started fpv when there was no choice but to build.. so had to learn that way or just like tinkering and building.. personally I buy prebuilt first... then learn to fix and tweak after .. also prebuilt first to get experience and make sure this is something you like.. then you can start customizing to your likes.. either way awesome video and happy safe flying..
I started out with a DJI quad with the transtec laser HD frame that I got off someone from ebay for super cheap, and honestly that was probably the best decision I could have made. I ended up completely reverse engineering the thing due to how many crashes and mess ups I've made when soldering on new components like a GPS, vifly buzzer, or Crossfire nano rx I honestly think the only thing left on my quad that came from the guy I bought it from is the frame! I probably would have way given up a long time ago if I had to build it completely from scratch myself, so the slow learning process definitely helped a ton.
The transtec frame is a nightmare to work with though since you route the motor cables under a little front and back plate if you want to keep it tidy, means you have to take off all the standoffs to change out a motor lol.
I've probably reached a point where it used to take me 2 days to take apart and rebuild this quad, to just under half an hour.
I think that totally depends on each individual! If someone new to the hobby has some experience soldering and/or is mechanically inclined, go for it. I built my first just this year. I ran into a couple issues along the way with getting my radio linked up and some of the software/betaflight stuff. (and an ESC that went out on me after my first flight, two minutes in...part was backordered for a while) Yeah, it would have been nice to get up in the air right away, but I would rather spend the time learning up front rather than have a bad crash and have to figure that stuff out, and put my flying on hold while I do so. I'm confident now that if I have to, I could rebuild my quad and get it back up in the air quickly.
Again, it depends on the person. I enjoy tinkering and building so for me it was a no-brainer, and I was confident up front that I would enjoy this for the long run so I didn't mind spending the time initially. All that said, I don't discourage anyone from going with a ready to fly quad...it's all about how you want to do it and whatever makes it most enjoyable! I finally got my replacement ESC a couple weeks ago and have been able to fly for the first time with my goggles a few times now and it is a blast.
I built it myself without any experience in drones and soldering. It took me a lot of patience but I did it. But for people who just want to fly and have fun it's probably better to go with a pre built first.
Geez this area is pretty on a normal day, but Christoph has taken it up a mega notch in these shots.
😁😁😁
Man I dig your vibe, the music your energy. subbed. I'm going head first into a Diatone CineWhoop as an all arounder.
That's a great choice! Have fun with it!!
I loved your flying just fantastic, I have been thinking of FPV for a while and its the thing I would like to try.
It's the most fun you can have with a camera, I highly recommend!
Great video . good tips for begginers to chose they way in the fpv world!
Thank you! Glad people are finding it useful :)
Man this is awesome thank you I am looking forward to get into fpv thing!
You're really gonna enjoy it!
This was a super great video, awesome advice combined with a beautiful vlog! Plus you’re talented, well-spoken and humble. Appreciate you for making this man, hope we do get to fly together one day!
-Kai
Thank you so much! Yeah I hope we can rip together some day too, I miss being able to see friends and new places!
Appreciate you. Thanks for the advise.
I'm encouraged to order a ProTek35 right now. Thanks for this video, excelent and super useful.
I've heard great things about that one!
Good video dude!!
Why thank you!
good tips and great video
Thanks dude! Glad to have your approval :)
Great tips man! I am just getting started in fpv coming from camera drones and have followed most these tips. I flew about 2 batteries of analog and then went to HD. Tip 10 I should work on. Bardwells videos have helped so much. I've emailed him a few times and I think I annoy him everytime. Building and setting up fpv drones challenges my brain to the point of thinking I may not be smart enough to do it. Eventually I figure it out. I mean the stuff I built before Dji. But even Dji stuff can take me a while. I live in my van also and don't have solar yet so power can be a issue too. I love it and am going to go fly right now. Just got the Nazgul HD 6s. So much fun! I need to get in touch with some local flyers. I'm in San Diego area and I am sure there are many around. Thanks for the tips!
Don't sweat the building/set up portion of it all. I know it seems super overwhelming at first but I think you'll be surprised at how quickly the knowledge and skills will come to you. Just keep watching Bardwell's stuff, check out Oscar Liang as well; he's got a very helpful site that covers most aspects of FPV building. Get some practice soldering boards if you haven't soldered before. Keep at it brother!
So awesome that Bardwell has helped so many of us! I was in SD back in Feb, I wish we could have met up! I found a cool spot under a bridge to fly around, it's on one of my IGTV videos.
Tip #7 all the way! If using goggles (flying FPV), get to acro mode ASAP. Fighting against the self-leveling of angle mode to go where and how you want is a real pain in the butt. If learning line of sight (LOS), it's okay to use angle mode and focus on throttle control. After a few minutes or an hour, when you stop slamming the ground (because you will) switch to acro mode and keep the quad tail-in (that's rear of the quad facing you, front facing away from you) for a while. When comfortable with that, start flying squares or figure 8s. The amount of time it takes to get comfy at each stage of learning depends on the person but most should be able to do this in a day or two and doing line of sight flips and rolls in no time. :)
This is great advice too! The importance of practicing LOS work can't be understated!
this is the best video i have seen on this topic for beginners. Waiting for my nazgul5 6s from banggood, flying in the simulator rn with an xbox controller until i recieve my radio
Nice! I hope it's arrived by now...how are you liking it??
@@cbenfey arghh i have not recieved it yet because I had to ship it to a neighboring country and pick it up by car, but covid does not allow me of course. I am flying with my TX16S on my laptop in DRL, Velocidrone and Liftoff though!
great video thanks!
Hey thank you!
@@cbenfey very welcome!
This video is all i need for 2020, cheers mate :)
Damn, thank you dude!
Thanks for the tips.
But of course!
Thanks. Great help!
You're welcome! Glad to hear that!
Very nice!
Thanks!
This FPV thing is no jokes! Still getting into it when I can
Yes dude! It's seriously going to change your life!
Thanks so much for this video. I am a beginner that hasn't gone off the simulator yet but am about to order my first RDF ceniwhoop and I was wondering how many extra batteries I should get and you more than answered that foe me. New sub and keep up the great work!!
Woohoo, glad I could help! Happy flying dude!
Thanks for the video New subscribeder I give you props on the props because you can never have enough props!
Props to that 🤛🏼
Great video Bro seasons greetings from New Zealand
Thank you! I'm so jealous that you guys eradicated covid over there!
Good stuff. I started with a parrot mambo and went later with an analog set. No sim. DJI only now.
Nice! Yes I can only recommend DJI now, it’s improved significantly over the past year!
Great video
Thanks!
👍 for recommending Joshua Bardwell
It’s probably the most important tip 😂
@@cbenfey I'd still place simulation a little higher, keeps my interest to the hobby high during bad weathers