I'm looking for super stability of flight. Will this make the flight smooth so I can film with a GoPro and not get camera shake?
514198
Not quite sure about the super stability of flight after you install with a GoPro.
1945457
I have the hero 4 black and it mounts perfectly to the zenmuse h3-3d. Obviously you could just mount the gopro to the bottom of the phantom without the gimbal, but it would pick up every shake and vibration. My rec is pay the money for the zenmuse gimbal. The only challenge here for me has been the FPV option. I ordered the kumba FPV kit from Amazon, tried it, didn't like it, and sent it back. It's overpriced and has poor range in my opinion. Currently looking for other options. Good luck.
2053440
I use it on my 5D Mkii and 7D and it works pretty well in conjunction with my image stabilized lenses. Still needs some warp stabilizing in Premier to smooth out a bit. But makes very smooth (almost) movie quality transitions.
2234368
I dont see why it will not hold up to the flight. I guess you are not going higher that 5000 meters.The cam actually aims to the side!Good luck!
1077018
It might stabalize a dslr camera with a stock lens the same as far as smoothness goes, but the flycam can stabalize a lot heavier camera. Its made like the big professional body suit stabalizer that carry much bigger cameras that's why I chose it over the Merlin design and it's pretty great for just under $200
677183
Yes. I've had my GoPro Black on it many times and it flew great with it just being attached to the board with one of the two sided tape mounts. Got legs so I can hang it underneath and clear the view but weather hasn't permitted. It's a blast and you'll be amazed at the video you can get and the things you come up with once you have the ability.
222462
Absolutely, the GoPro is NOT needed for flight. In fact, you'll get more flight time without it as you won't be carrying around the extra weight.
1460841
This plane has loads of power and it can carry a go pro. however mounting it will be a challenge. I personally use a Mobius 1080 P cam on my planes for flight footage and the come out great. Advantage is the Mobius lays flat unlike the Go pro which will cause a lot of drag and may affect aerodynamics of the plane. If mounted in line with the fuselage, it should not be a problem. I have mounted the Mobius on the fuselage, wings, even the tail of my planes.
1270605
Yes, it does help quite a bit, however, like most vibration dampeners, you can still see a slight amount of jello effect ever now and then while adjusting rotor RPM while in flight(due to the change invibration). It just hits that sweet(or sour, I suppose) spot when ramping up sometimes. I would most definately recommend getting this: Much cheaper than DJI's version and it has better dampening, plus stable shots. This Ebay seller is great as well. http://www.ebay.com/itm/261248905615?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
1515326
Are you using it as a stabilizer for tracking shots or steadying photography? If it's for photography then it's fine but for filming and tracking shots I'd say get yourself a Hague stabilizer or SmoothShot stabilizer which both help a lot.
917973
It draws it's power from the quad copters power so it wouldn't work right handheld. They do make 2 and 3 axis handheld gimbals for gopro. seach on Amazon and you'll find one.
1363136
There are detailed instructions in a few of the reviews that cover how to set it up. I used this on a tri while waiting for my kk 2.0 to ship from overseas. With a tricopter you will be flying with no stabilization very difficult but good for teaching yourself how to level a no stabilized multiroter. I would recommend that you get a better board with stabilization like the kk2.0 especially if you are just starting out.
303743
In short, YES. If you only want to stop the "jello" effect" then all you need are the 4 rubber dampers holding the Go Pro to the bottom of the Phantom. BUT, if you are trying to keep your camera level with the horizon no matter which direction your Phantom is tilted, then you need a control board to tell the Gimbals what is "level". This is done by the circut/control board which can be powered by the on board battery.
1813015
Yes. I angled my mount upwards to shoot video but it vibrates too much to enjoy the video afterwards. That was mountain biking though without full suspension.
1550635
It did not, for me, but I am thinking the jello effect is due to the cross piece no longer solid with the body. ( Due to many crashes. ) So the camera is actually wobbling a bit, during flight. I did not have jello when the drone was new. Or at least not noticeable to me, like it is now. As a side note, it may be a good idea to balance the blades. I have seen many people mention this before. I have not bothered to take the time yet...
298509
No it flys on 2.4 same as wifi from the gopro . You want to look for a 5.8 if you want to control the gopro . FC 40 , vision fly on 5.8 . This IMO is a better quad because if flys on 2.4 much stronger signal just add fpv to it and you can see what the cam sees then edit how you want .
559380
I attached a GoPro Hero 3 Black and I get about 8 minutes of flight. Not long so buy extra batteries.