Hello,
I am a recent Evo II Pro owner. I have been flying a Phantom 4 for several years, and a year ago I finally got my 107 license. I wanted to upgrade to something better then, but there just wasn't anything out there worth upgrading to. Came close to pulling the trigger on an Inspire 2, but the short flight time turned me off. Further, the constant requirement for DJI to login when flying and firmware sent me over the edge that I really wanted to avoid DJI. I have been looking for a drone that has a large image sensor and preferably one with interchangeable lenses. While the EVO II does does not offer the ability to change lenses, its compact size makes it more manageable for transport than the pterodactyl that is the Inspire. I have some questions that perhaps some of you could answer:
1. The reason I wanted the Inspire was ability to change lenses is so that I could use higher focal lengths lenses. The EVO II offers a zoom capability that from what I understand crops the resolution. I am not sure if I am saying that right. My question is do I need to use a certain resolution setting to use this feature to the fullest extent? Is this feature only effective if I am shooting at a lower resolution such as 1080, or can I shoot at 4k?
2. Range extending antennas. I have a range extender that I installed on my Phantom 4. It was quite a project as I had to open up the remote and solder connectors on. It worked really well and I am considering installing one on my EVO II. Anyone have a directional antenna on their EVO II and is it working well for them?
3. Are there any good alternatives to the CrystalSky monitor? I have been using an ipad for my Phantom, but it was always a pain at anytime other than sunset or cloudy days. Just can't see it, and the sunshields was marginally better. I am looking at the CrystalSky, but the reviews from when it came out were dismal. Did DJI improve it over the years? Also, if I do go this route, High Brightness or Ultra?
4. Can this drone be used for mapmaking? I used Maps Made Easy's app on my Phantom 4, but I do not see EVOs drones on the supported list. I believe I read somewhere that drones without mechanical shutters don't work for mapping applications. Anyone provide insight into this?
Now, if I could only get an ND filter set.
Todd
I am a recent Evo II Pro owner. I have been flying a Phantom 4 for several years, and a year ago I finally got my 107 license. I wanted to upgrade to something better then, but there just wasn't anything out there worth upgrading to. Came close to pulling the trigger on an Inspire 2, but the short flight time turned me off. Further, the constant requirement for DJI to login when flying and firmware sent me over the edge that I really wanted to avoid DJI. I have been looking for a drone that has a large image sensor and preferably one with interchangeable lenses. While the EVO II does does not offer the ability to change lenses, its compact size makes it more manageable for transport than the pterodactyl that is the Inspire. I have some questions that perhaps some of you could answer:
1. The reason I wanted the Inspire was ability to change lenses is so that I could use higher focal lengths lenses. The EVO II offers a zoom capability that from what I understand crops the resolution. I am not sure if I am saying that right. My question is do I need to use a certain resolution setting to use this feature to the fullest extent? Is this feature only effective if I am shooting at a lower resolution such as 1080, or can I shoot at 4k?
2. Range extending antennas. I have a range extender that I installed on my Phantom 4. It was quite a project as I had to open up the remote and solder connectors on. It worked really well and I am considering installing one on my EVO II. Anyone have a directional antenna on their EVO II and is it working well for them?
3. Are there any good alternatives to the CrystalSky monitor? I have been using an ipad for my Phantom, but it was always a pain at anytime other than sunset or cloudy days. Just can't see it, and the sunshields was marginally better. I am looking at the CrystalSky, but the reviews from when it came out were dismal. Did DJI improve it over the years? Also, if I do go this route, High Brightness or Ultra?
4. Can this drone be used for mapmaking? I used Maps Made Easy's app on my Phantom 4, but I do not see EVOs drones on the supported list. I believe I read somewhere that drones without mechanical shutters don't work for mapping applications. Anyone provide insight into this?
Now, if I could only get an ND filter set.
Todd