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New Delhi: This time at the festival of lights, Diwali, people are preparing to see their happiness from a new perspective. Now the sparkling lighting of the house, rangoli and fireworks can be enjoyed not from the ground but directly from the heights of the sky. This festive season, there has been a huge decline in the prices of camera drones on e-commerce platforms, making high-definition (HD) and 4K drones now within the reach of the common man. There are portable and foldable drones available in the market ranging from ₹2,000 to the premium segment, which are equipped with modern features like auto-hover and 360-degree flip.
During the Diwali sale, entry-level drones are seeing huge price cuts. These entry-budget drones have dual cameras and portable design, which makes them travel friendly. At the same time, models like DG600C are now available at around ₹ 25,998 after huge discount. The biggest feature of these budget drones is their 'auto-return' and 'follow me' mode, which makes them very easy to fly for beginner users.
For those who are interested in professional cinematography or vlogging, there are premium options like the IZI Sky Pro and IZI Brephos. IZI Sky Pro has a 540-degree obstacle avoidance system, which prevents the drone from colliding with any obstacle. At the same time, IZI Brephos Mini is becoming the first choice for Instagram reels and shorts creators due to its 48MP sensor and 'True Vertical Shooting' feature. These premium models also include features like live transmission range of up to 20 kilometers and night vision.
Apart from photography, FPV (first-person view) drones have emerged as an exciting option for racing and acrobatics enthusiasts. Ultra-lightweight drones like the Happymodel Mobula6, which weighs just 17.7 grams, are designed for indoor racing. Special goggles or screens are used to operate these drones, due to which the pilot feels as if he himself is flying while sitting inside the drone. However, these drones are based on manual control and do not have automatic features like GPS.
'Nano drones' weighing less than 249 grams are in highest demand in the Indian market. The main reason for this is legal simplicity, as drones in this weight category do not require any complex commercial licence to fly them. Models like the Ameta S50 Lite are not only light in weight, but their battery life is also quite impressive. This category is best suited for those who want to capture their family and festival memories in aerial view without any legal hassles.
Check the availability of battery, charger and controller along with the price of the drone. The listing notes that batteries and remote are not included with the Mobula6; The DIY FPV kit requires assembly and soldering. Verify the camera, flight time, range and warranty claims, and also check whether the seller offers return or repair facilities. When flying to record Diwali lights or fireworks, avoid crowds, people, and restricted airspace, safe operations are more important than any camera feature.