Aerial videography is all the rage nowadays. But an expensive drone isn’t the only way to get your camera airborne. The Birdie Flight System for GoPro cameras is another option, and at just £30 it’s far cheaper — and easier to use — than the average drone. Let’s take a look.
The Birdie works simply. Place your GoPro inside, with its lens pointing downwards. Then, throw it into the air, as high as you can. The lightweight matierials used ensure that you can get enough altitude for a good look at your surroundings, and the shuttlecock design creates a gentle glide back down to earth. That’s perfect for getting a smooth, in-focus shot.
The slow speed re-entry and included foam bumper ensure that your GoPro is protected from damage during the descent, even if the Birdie lands amongst rocks. It’s also a floatation device, ensuring your GoPro doesn’t sink in water, with a high-visibility orange and white colour scheme that makes it easy to spot anywhere.
The whole lot fits easily into the Birdie bag, which has a drawstring design to ensure everything is kept inside, safe and sound. It’s a sensible, lightweight system that adds some fresh possibilities for photos and videos, without much risk, expense or bulk.
What do you think of the Birdie? If you’re interested, check out the full product page for more on the system and its capabilities. You can also place a pre-order, so that you get your Birdie as soon as possible.
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