Top 4K and 1080p HD flying cameras to give you beautiful aerial shots: Best auto-follow drones 2021:
(Pocket-lint) - Drones can be the perfect way to get an aerial view of the local world, but it also isn't inexpensive to get an eye in the sky - unless, of course, you want one of the top budget drones that are now hitting the market.
The cheaper price point inevitably brings some sacrifices with it, but for most people, the quality of these more affordable flying cameras is usually good enough. You then need to discover what features are most relevant with that small caveat accepted - and, obviously, the system offers them.
All critical considerations are the recording quality, flight time, and control characteristics, as well as the actual size and weight of the drone (particularly important for evading registration restrictions). And we'll be detailing some of the very best drones at the budget end in this guide to help you pick - let's fly.
Top auto-follow drones you can buy today
Holy Stone HS720
The HS720 of Holy Stone may be at the high end of the price spectrum of budget drones, but it offers an expert mix of features that make it a top choice to consider.
The headline is 4K UHD video capture, but it is backed up by GPS-assisted flight, which means it returns, follows or circles automatically, and a battery that allows up to 26 minutes of flight time (with recharging taking 5-7 hours).
Potensic T25
Potensic is a well-established brand in the drone world, and for those who want lots of features for less, its T25 is another top choice.
With a 120-degree field of view, auto-return, auto-follow, and the ability to set a custom course, it manages to capture in 1080p HD, with minimal effort, all the aerial shots you need.
The kit also has two 1000mAh batteries, which should each give you approximately 14-18 minutes of action, as well as an aluminium case and a controller.
Contixo F18
Contixo's F18 is an outstanding product to consider if you need to keep your budget under $200.
With a 110-degree field of view, the 2048 x 1152 resolution camera works, allowing you to capture up to 1500 feet away. The drone will automatically fly back to you if it loses the signal, but you can also configure it to follow your direction if you want to avoid that altogether.
There are plenty of features to take advantage of, too, and you get to play with them for a reasonably solid period of time - on a single charge, the Contixo battery lasts about 20 minutes.
Potensic Dreamer 4K
We've already outlined exactly what you get from the entry-level choice of Potensic, but the Dreamer is on the other end of the scale.
This drone shoots in 4K, capable of helping you get a stable shot with safe exposure levels with the Sony sensor and anti-shake ball. There's plenty when it comes to what you monitor: follow mode, circle flight, waypoint flight, accurate altitude flight, auto return, one key take-off/landing, headless mode, emergency stop, control of FPV, and APP.
It's an impressive amount of features, and even better, the 3000mAh battery means that for 31 minutes you'll be able to take advantage of them - with just two hours to recharge.
Deerc DE25
With the Deerc DE25, you get a basic kit, but for beginners and children, it's more than enough.
With features such as follow mode, altitude hold, headless mode, and hand movements that let you monitor the experience, the 1080p and 90-degree vertical tilt gimbal gives you secure, crisp shots.
Of course, if out of range or running low on the battery, it will also automatically return to the user (which lasts for 18 minutes on a single charge).
Drocon DC-08
Drocon, with its DC-08 firing at 1080p with a 120-degree field of view, is another outstanding beginner drone with a variety of features.
Thanks to the onboard GPS, you can aim freely - when out of range or on a low battery, the drone will automatically return, while you can also set it to follow your direction or surround you for hands-free action.
The system is also handily designed so that it will not fly out of control (420m), which makes it a perfect option for children.
Dragon Touch DF01G
Dragon Touch's DF01G is the pick for you if you only need a way to catch aerial shots for the lowest possible outlay.
With plenty of features to try, you don't get shortchanged, either. The drone itself shoots through the 120-degree field of view lens at 1080p, with auto-return, auto-follow, circular, personalized direction, and headless orientation modes, as well as three speeds to flick between.
If that wasn't enough, two batteries are included in the kit, which, combined, will give you 30 minutes of flight time.
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