Whether you’re using them for recreation, to build an aerial service business, or to integrate UAS into your existing business or organization, the goal of this article is to explore the best RC drones with a camera on the market today.
Top RC Drones With a Camera: Ranking based on drone camera quality
Brand/Model | Drone | Camera | Battery Life | Use | Price | Ranking |
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![]() | 20 MP 4K 10-bit Dlog-M | 31 mn | Marketing Cine Construcción | 1.435,12 € | 10 | |
![]() | 12 MP 4K Ultra HD | 31 mn | Construction Filmmaking Marketing | 1.249,00€ | 9 | |
3. DJI MAVIC AIR 2 | ![]() | 48MP Still Photos 4K Video | 34 mn | Construction Marketing | 898,99 € | 8.5 |
| ![]() | 720p HD | 15 mn | Hobbyists FPV Racing | 7 |
There are a lot of good remote control drones to buy out there, so it’s important to think about what kind of sUAS best fits your intended operation, and then to perform proper research on the best options. This article is an attempt to help you learn the bullet points of each of the most popular camera drones on the market today.
From pricing and different camera specs and handling/responsiveness to flight software and battery life, it’s important to do your research and to make sure you’re buying a drone that’s suited to your needs.
All of the models in this list are ready-to-fly. After charging your LiPo battery and reading through your user manual a few times, you’re ready to power up, calibrate, configure, and then to start racking up those flight hours.
For a quick look at all the models we’ll be discussing in more detail below, here’s the full list:
- DJI Mavic 2 Pro
- DJI Mavic 2 Zoom
- DJI Mavic Air 2
- U49WF FPV Camera Drone
- Ruko B7 4K Drone
- DJI Phantom 4 Pro V2.0
- Skydio 2
- Autel Evo II Series
1. DJI MAVIC 2 PRO

![]() 20 MP 4K 10-bit Dlog-M | ![]() 31 Minutes Ideal | ![]() Construction Filmmaking Marketing | ![]() 1.249,00€ Comprar en Amazon |
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro is one of the most popular drone models on the market because of its compact size and a large array of intelligent features. With a professional-grade camera from Swedish camera manufacturer Hasselblad; the 1-inch CMOS sensor, Hasselblad camera offers 20-megapixel photography with enhanced HDR and color sensitivity.
The Mavic 2 Pro may be small but it is perfect for professional photographers, videographers, and content creators just to name a few. Its portable design makes it an essential companion for travel bloggers, documentary compilers, and commercial drone pilots in any industry.
Omnidirectional obstacle sensing can sense obstacles from five directions (forward, backward, downward, left, right). Plus, it’s equipped with upgraded versions of Active Track, Waypoint, and Point of Interest modes, so professional photographers and videographers never have to place a cap on their creativity.
Key Specs/Features
- Still image resolution: 20 megapixels
- Video resolution: 4K 10-bit HDR Video
- Max flight time: 31 minutes
- Max speed: 45 mph (72 kph) in sport mode
- Notable attributes: foldable/portable, intelligent flight modes, obstacle sensing
The Mavic 2 Pro is great for professional photographers, videographers, and content creators. Its portable design makes it an essential companion for travel bloggers, documentary compilers, and commercial drone pilots in any industry.
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2. DJI MAVIC 2 ZOOM

![]() 12 MP 4K Ultra HD | ![]() 31 Minutes | ![]() Construction Filmmaking Marketing | ![]() 1.249,00€ Comprar en Amazon |
The Mavic 2 Zoom introduces brand new zooming capabilities. The 24mm – 48mm zoom lens offers 2x optical zoom and 2x digital zoom, giving photographers and filmmakers more flexibility when it comes to framing their shots. It also offers an upgraded QuickShot mode with the fun and creative Dronie, Circle, Helix, Rocket, Boomerang, and Asteroid and Dolly Zoom flight modes.
Both the Mavic 2 Pro and the Zoom have advanced tracking capabilities, but the Zoom takes it up a level. With Hybrid Autofocus, the Zoom improves autofocus speed by up to 40% with better accuracy.
If image quality is your priority, then you might opt for the Mavic 2 Pro over the Zoom. The 2 Pro is equipped with a 1” CMOS, 20-megapixel camera co-engineered in partnership with Hasselblad, the world’s leading manufacturer of medium format cameras and lenses. The Zoom’s camera system is still professional-grade however, with a 1/2.3” CMOS, 12-megapixel sensor.
Key Specs/Features
- Still image resolution: 12 megapixels
- Video Resolution: 4x Lossless Zoom FHD Video
- Max flight time: 31 minutes
- Max speed: 45 mph (72 kph) in sport mode
- Notable attributes: foldable/portable, intelligent flight modes, obstacle sensing, 2x optical zoom 2x digital zoom
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3. DJI Mavic Air 2

![]() 48MP Still Photos 4K Video | ![]() 34 Minutes | ![]() Construction Marketing | ![]() 898,99 € Comprar en Amazon |
DJI has done it again — the drone manufacturing juggernaut just released the Mavic Air 2, it is the first consumer drone to be equipped with AirSense. Which is essentially ADS-B In tech that enables the drone to pick up on nearby aircraft. DJI has done an incredible job packing this new drone with a large array of features.
The popular foldable design from the Mavic series has carried on in the new Mavic Air 2, making it one of the highest tech portable drones on the market. With a 34 minute flight time, 48-megapixel camera, and an 8K Hyperlapse feature, it will be difficult to find a comparable aircraft in this size and price range.
The Mavic Air 2 is going to be the drone to beat for the serious hobbyist and content creators, and even for new professional pilots looking to get into the industry with an affordable drone.
Key Specs/Features
- Still image resolution: 48 megapixels
- Video resolution: 4K at 60 fps
- Max flight time: 34 minutes
- Max speed: 42 mph (67 kph) in sport mode
- Notable Attributes: DJI Geofencing, 8K Hyperlapse, Return-to-Home, OcuSync 2.0, and APAS 3.0 obstacle avoidance.
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