10 Nerds in Your Life and the Best Way to Keep Them Happy This Holiday Season!

The year has flown by, and another holiday season has arrived in a flash. Everyone loves the holidays, but no one wants to be caught without a proper gift plan or having to do a last-minute gift card scramble. Don’t worry; Drone Nerds is here this year to help you find the perfect gift pairings with our guide to identifying the nerds in your life, and the best gift options to ensure you are the holiday hero for 2022!

Neutral Density filters, commonly known as ND filters, are great accessories that can help creators capture incredible aerial photography and videography, regardless of weather or lighting conditions.

Some of the most popular ND filters on the market have been developed by DJI for their Mavic series drone and professional-grade cinematography gimbals, like the Ronin 4D. Let’s take a look at what ND filters are, and how they can elevate even the most basic drone photography into professional imagery.

As the name would describe, ND filters are lenses that can be attached to the front of the camera lens of a drone or camera. They reduce the amount of light that enters the camera, changing the exposure of the final image. This works exceptionally well when trying to highlight movement in an image, which is great for outdoor and dynamic photography. Keep in mind that overexposure, even when working with ND filters, is linked to the proper use of the ideal shutter speed, ISO, and aperture for your shots. For example, you can combine an ND filter and a fast shutter speed to capture a more natural motion blur, allowing you to take more dynamic footage of moving objects. On the contrary, a lower shutter speed will enhance a blur effect; if you combine an ND Filter and a slow shutter speed, you may end up with a very blurry photo.

While ND filters may be easy to attach to the camera lens, the user must know how to properly use them and have a basic understanding of the triangle of exposure. ND filters affect the shutter speed and the amount of light that enters through the camera lens—if you don’t know how to use them properly, your images can become messy. Since an ND filter is just that –a filter– you will need to consider how long you need to allow the right amount of light to filter into the camera; meaning that the darker your filter, the longer you will need to have your shutter open to allow in the right amount of light. ND filters also allow you to have a larger aperture, supporting brighter light filtration without overexposing the image—this results in sharp, focused images. When used properly, ND filters will allow you to enhance aerial imagery, but if used incorrectly, your results will be blurry, dark, or underexposed images from improper light penetration. 

DJI recently announced the launch of the DJI Goggles 2 along with the launch of the DJI Avata FPV drone. These goggles are designed to offer a completely immersive experience, thanks to the wide, 155° FOV–which is far more than any current FPV goggles on the market. Users can enjoy superior comfort with DJI Goggles 2—they are smaller, lighter, and equipped with integrated antennas, so you can travel freely with minimal hassle. The Goggles 2 have improved two HD Micro-OLED screens to offer stunning clarity and a refresh rate of up to 100 Hz. The goggles create a smooth, full-screen live feed, allowing users to feel as though they are flying right in the cockpit. While the new FPV goggles have a very similar name to that of their predecessor, the new goggles have vastly different and improved features.

 When you first hear of drones, your mind might turn to the drone building kits for children, conveniently found on Amazon or at toy stores. Or, you might think of drones you’ve seen in a sci-fi movie. Either way, there’s a simple reason the public is becoming obsessed with UAVs: drones are fascinating technology.

Drone wedding photography and videography are rising in popularity, with many couples opting to have dynamic, aerial shots and footage of their special day.

As the popularity of drone photography increases, you may want to consider applying your drone skills to establish a side hustle—who knows? You may even start a full-blown business.
Drone Nerds has compiled a list of tips and useful information to get you started on your drone photography journey.

Flying on a drone almost anywhere, whether it is in your backyard or at the beach, is fun and enjoyable. Now imagine the feeling of an adrenaline rush while speeding down the picturesque coast of Rhode Island or soaring over active volcanoes in Alaska, all in a first-person view.

First-person view or FPV drones have completely changed the drone flying experience. If you are a seasoned pilot, you might already be addicted to the unique adventures this type of aircraft can provide. But if you’re just getting started in the drone world, or even if you have already flown a little, you better buckle up and get ready to see a new perspective while piloting an FPV.

The 2021 Holiday Season is Here!

Another holiday season is here, and you have no idea what to give your loved ones, have no time to go shopping, or simply wait till the last minute to buy presents. If you’re reading this, you’re in luck because, at Drone Nerds, we have the perfect gift ideas for every drone nerd. Here's a list with are some of our best: