Is this worth upgrading to over the kit 18-55 without any VR?
1851593
I find the VR does improve ease of use. If you feel you have a steady hand the is it worth the $$. That is up to you but when in the stands or in a vehicle then the VR helps.
1851594
I owned both versions, the first, without vr was still capable of great images because of it's small size and light weight, I don't know the price difference, but if it is wide, go for the early one!
1643434
If you add an NVIDIA gaming card it does great. I have a 3D card purchased from Amazon. without any changes, each one comes with different cards depending on how they were received for refurbishment. You may luck out and get a gaming card.
2097623
Like Tom said, unless you're developing or playing at 4K resolutions, the extra VRAM doesn't really help much
1029022
Well, mine came with two non-VR lenses. I returned and re-ordered. Two more non-VR lenses. Is this acceptable to anyone?
327662
Thanks for the tips. I ordered the VRDMC5 then went to ebay and searched for the DVS. Found five for sale-only three were new. I purchased on wiht Buy it Now option for $34.95. Am anxious to try both in combination.
1020912
Yes, it was definitely worth the $35 upgrade. I went from a 3602 I had for four or five years and could tell an immediate difference. Do it!
1188433
In my opinion, I would buy a newer camera instead of this housing, mainly because the high price of this old housing, if it was cheaper I might consider to buy it, but nowadays I would go with a goPro or something newer with better specs.
382298
The 2.8 gives you slightly better VR and one more stop over the f4. You could always take advantage of Amazon's 30 day return policy and try the f4. If it works well for you, keep it. If not, return it for the f2.8 model. Your current lens has NO VR, so either lens would be a big improvement.
420077
If you are new to 450 size and 3d flight, I think the RTF is good. I would recommend replacing the gyro. I replaced the stock unit with Spartan Quark and I love it.
1268390
I think slightly sharper at the edges, shorter, more compact when collapsed, less zoom range, no VR. I favor the slight extra sharpness which is why I got it. If you're OK with your 10-30, I wouldn't bother.
131377
zoom in a little bit. At the low end of your 18-55 in a small space (indoors) you most likely won't see a lot of difference- take it outside and turn it up to 55 and I promise you'll notice something!
950792
I have had this joystick for about 13 years now. I have played many flight/fighter sims and have never felt the need to upgrade. I have never had any issues with it at all.
1355318
This just has a few updated effects, but essentially the same features. I'd recommend the RP360 if you want an upgrade. -Andy
1570387
More of a comment than an answer. I'm looking as well, but it will be awhile. So far, I see very little difference because I shoot mostly full manual mode (throw back to my days before auto anything). That said, I like the WiFi and GPS in the 6D and hope it's still available when I'm ready to buy. I travel a lot, and having the extra info embedded it awesome!
251197
Yes, you need the V2 PMU, but it's better if you buy the upgrade mainboard (zenmuse h3-2d upgrade kit) instead the V2 PMU. Also with the upgrade kit you can control the tilt option of the gimbal. You need to dissemble the Phantom, and some soldering experience are required.
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I've got a 18-55 that came with my D40 and I bought the 55-100VR. I don't really miss VR on the shorter lens. I love my D40 bur an itching to step up, so a body only option is welcome. Why is it camera companies assume people are always buying their first camera instead of stepping up? I'd look at the 3200 but it lacks support for the wireless remote, which I have found invaluable for getting into family shots or for long exposures. Cable release just doesn't cut it.
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Yes and no. If you have the version 1 Phantom you need to install the new mother board.