{"id":3779,"date":"2015-10-29T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2015-10-29T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.buydig.com\/blog\/?p=3779"},"modified":"2018-11-03T23:00:49","modified_gmt":"2018-11-04T03:00:49","slug":"which-drone-is-right-for-me","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.buydig.com\/blog\/which-drone-is-right-for-me\/","title":{"rendered":"Which Drone is Right for Me?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Drones are not just for the military anymore\u2014today everyone from engineers and ecologists to students and hobbyists seem to be finding new and exciting ways to make use of these sophisticated flying machines. The global drone industry is on the rise and with the large variety models available on the market; it can seem intimidating for someone shopping for their first drone. Fortunately, we can help arm you with the knowledge you need to find the right drone for your needs. Here\u2019s what you need to know to enter the exciting world of drones.<\/p>\n

Why Buy a Drone?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Obviously, if you\u2019re reading this chances are you already know you want to buy a drone, but asking yourself this simple introspective question can help you narrow down your choices and find the right drone for your needs. Are you aiming to enter the competitive world of drone racing? Is your goal to take stunning aerial photography? Do you require an extra eye in the sky for a new home construction project? Or do you simply want to enjoy the thrill of flying your own remote controlled camera around the neighborhood? Drones can get expensive, but depending on your individual needs you may be able to get away with something a lot cheaper than you expected.<\/p>\n

Not Your Typical Remote Controlled Plane<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Quadcopters would be virtually impossible for a human to fly were it not for the flight controller\u2014the processor at the heart of any drone that stabilizes it in flight. With model planes, difficulty to fly tends to increase with the price of the model plane, but the reverse is true for quadcopters. Better flight controllers may be more expensive, but they make it easier to precisely control your drone\u2019s movements.<\/p>\n

DIY vs RTF vs BNF vs ARF<\/strong><\/h2>\n

If there\u2019s one thing in common between the drones found in commercial market and their military ancestors, it seems to be the number of acronyms surrounding them\u2014DIY, RTF, BNF, and ARF, it\u2019s understandable why a newcomer may seem intimidated by the drone marketplace. Here\u2019s a quick rundown of these acronyms and their meanings so that you\u2019ll know what you\u2019re reading in the product description.<\/p>\n