We talk about tiny and micro-sized copters (generally thee have the size of open
hand, including the size of propellers).
1. Hubsan X4 H107L - this is an updated
version of the most popular micro- beginners should purchase the option prop
guard.
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shipping and US
shipping are available).
2. Dromida Verso - built in propeller
guards. It has good reputation.
It’s mini-sized - about 10 square inches.
And lightweight.
3. Syma X5. It’s inexpensive and
very reliable. It also has good parts and knowledge availability (and it has lots
of owners!). The model of a copter with an X5C designation also includes a light
camera.
So, Syma X5 has recently introduced
the X 11 - which is sized right in-between a micro-sized and mini-sized. We did
some short review on it and really enjoyed using it. It’a like WOOOW!
So we feel comfortable suggesting it
for both first and second size quadcopters.
4. WL Toys v959 (new one). This is a
classic quad intensively updated with much better stabilization system. It
comes with a lightweight camera. It can take video (or stills). New to quad
pilots can easily remove this camera (until they will become comfortable with flying this model).
5. Dromida Ominus is another advanced quad-toy. It has very good
reviews! The model is very similar
to the WL Toys v636 but perhaps even better in its overall quality.
6. Syma X8C Venture copter.
This is a larger "toy"
unit. It has become rather popular due to its larger payload capability and reliability. It also comes with
a camera (poor quality camera). But
it’s still very good for initial learning. The camera can be simply removed (and
then replaced with some camera of much higher quality; for example with the
RunCam or Mobius). This allows taking good aerial photos for about $150 of overall cost.
So, The larger size means this is an
outdoor-only machine.
Notification. Above mentioned quads use
simple cheap "brushed" MOTORS WHICH WILL NEED A REPLACEMENT (AFTER A 2-3
HOURS OF FLIGHT). Keep in mind that a couple hours of flight means 15-30 (or
even more) overall flights as
each flight is approximately 8-10 minutes.
So, find some quadcopter for pleasure.