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Add to SafariWhen comparing Yuneec Typhoon 4K vs AirDog, the Slant community recommends Yuneec Typhoon 4K for most people. In the question“What are the best drones capable of shooting 4K video?” Yuneec Typhoon 4K is ranked 7th while AirDog is ranked 9th. The most important reason people chose Yuneec Typhoon 4K is:
The gimbal of the Typhoon 4K can be removed and attached to a handle, for use on the ground.
Specs
Question Ranking
Pros
Pro Removable gimbal
The gimbal of the Typhoon 4K can be removed and attached to a handle, for use on the ground.
Pro Smart features
Has a "return home" feature, as well as the ability to watch and follow objects.
Pro Streams to other devices
Can stream to other devices, if you want to share or use something larger than the provided screen.
Pro Controller has onboard screen
No smartphone or tablet is required to use this drone.
Pro Works on its own, with behavior adjusted to each sport
This drone is made to work in its own, automatically, while you're practicing your sport. When you turn on the drone, it will offer various sports modes to optimize the drone’s behavior for the best results. For example, it will follow your exact trajectory downhill and will land next to you when a sport like snowboarding or mountain biking is selected. For windsurfing, it will take a wider filming approach and will return to the starting point instead of landing with you. The list of sports is constantly being updated.
Pro Compact, wearable controller, made for sports
The included controller is wearable on your wrist and it acts as a beacon to tell the drone where you are. Additionally, it has a couple of sensors to send data to the drone about your speed, position and altitude among others. It is waterproof and even allows you to change a few settings while in the middle of the action.
Pro GoPro compatible
The drone doesn’t have a built in camera, but it is GoPro compatible. Since a lot of sports enthusiasts already have a GoPro, they can use their existing ones, ensuring high quality content.
Pro Travel friendly
The drone itself is lightweight and has a fully foldable body small enough to fit in a backpack. Just remove the propellers, fold the landing gear and arms and you’re all set. Folding the arms also turns the drone off.
Cons
Con Android only
The operating system for this drone is Android, so streaming won't work to iOS devices.
Con A tool is required to fasten and unfasten the propellers
The propellers come on and off, and a tool is required to make that happen.
Con Requires calibration
Before flying it, you need to calibrate the onboard compass, which requires a real compass.
Con No collision avoidance system
The drone doesn’t have any collision avoidance systems, so it is important to select the right sport mode and evaluate the surroundings to minimize potential damage to the drone.
Con Lengthy, regular calibrations needed
The drone needs to be calibrated every once in a while, which can be a lengthy process and might keep you from filming straight away.
Con Adapter needed for the GoPro 5 models
To use a GoPro 5, you will need to get an adapter.
Con GoPro controls are separate from drone controls
The controls for the GoPro are separate from the controls of the drone, so you’ll have to turn the camera on and off manually.
Con Camera needs to be purchased separately
This drone doesn't come with a camera, it needs to be purchased separately.
