Best Drone for Novice Aerial Photographers: Air3s Solves All Pain Points

For beginners, the first challenge is often monotony in camera movement. The Air3s addresses this by offering two lenses with different focal lengths, effectively compensating for the lack of a medium-to-long focal length that was present in the Air2s. After experiencing the 70mm lens during a trip to Guilin, I found the video angles and camera movements to be far more dynamic and engaging.

Friends were genuinely impressed with the Air3’s capabilities. Moreover, the Air3s now features a large 1-inch main sensor, addressing the previous limitation where the Air3’s sensor was only 1/1.3-inch. This upgrade significantly enhances low-light and backlit shooting performance, making night scenes pop with vivid detail.

The second concern for beginners is the fear of crashes. Fortunately, the Air3s boasts comprehensive sensor coverage, eliminating blind spots entirely. It also includes an active downward obstacle avoidance system, allowing for safer shots over forests, mountain ridges, or even close to the ground. This feature brings peace of mind when capturing breathtaking landscapes from above.

Thirdly, battery life has been extended to a remarkable 45 minutes. During a trip to Xinjiang, I borrowed an Air2s and flew it 1.5 kilometers away from House No. 4 in the Shata scenic area to capture stunning snow-capped mountains. When the battery dropped to 40%, I began heading back. By the time I neared the landing zone, the drone triggered an automatic landing sequence, leaving me just seconds to spare.

That experience was nerve-wracking! The Air2s offers a maximum flight time of only 30 minutes, whereas the Air3s adds an extra 15 minutes. For beginners who may take longer to compose shots and operate the device, this additional time can make all the difference.

Fourthly, signal loss and other emergencies are common worries among beginners. Watching the signal icon turn yellow in the upper right corner can induce cold sweats. While traveling in Xinjiang and Guilin, I encountered significant issues with return point errors and struggled to locate my position during manual returns—those moments were nothing short of heart-stopping.

Thankfully, the Air3s introduces an advanced automatic night return function, surpassing even the Mavic series. This function uses a visual model established at takeoff to ensure precise landing at the original launch site (provided there’s sufficient lighting). Additionally, if the signal is lost, the drone will automatically return based on recorded waypoints, offering a reliable fallback plan.

Lastly, the Air3s can take off without relying on satellite signals, saving valuable time when shooting in remote wilderness areas where GNSS signals might otherwise delay your start.

⚠️ Specifications are detailed in the image.
⚠️ Pricing:
– Air3s + one battery + standard remote control: ¥6988
– Air3s + Fly More Combo (three batteries) + standard remote control: ¥8788
– Air3s + Fly More Combo (three batteries) + screen remote control: ¥9988