Recent content by LazyJim

CunningStuntFlyer, perhaps you should have read the original post. It's obvious this quetion was not asked by a seasoned professional as yourself. Yes, by all means don't use GPS unless... you're new-- and by reading the original post that seems self evident. And yes, I have had great sucess...

I agree flying in ATTI mode would be better...IF, you are not flying alone and it is a windy day. I assumed (which make an '*** out of U and ME) you were flying alone,, so flying in ATTI mode and dealing with the wind, and your subject will stretch your abilities a bit. So get a spotter who also...

1st choose a nice calm day if possible. 2nd make sure you have more than 6 satellites talking to your Phantom if you are flying in GPS mode. 3rd Practice a lot before your shooting day. I mean a LOT!!! If you can make slow and smooth moves it will look like a crane shot and not like a roller...