Can anyone recommend a good drone to use for fish spotting
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In reply to Post #1
Any of the dji mini ones will do
Any of the dji mini ones will do
In reply to Post #1
Drones - a flying version of the magic twig and rightly banned on most venues.
Drones - a flying version of the magic twig and rightly banned on most venues.
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In reply to Post #1
DJI Mavic mini is good, super compact and fits inside my barrow bag.
DJI Mavic mini is good, super compact and fits inside my barrow bag.
In reply to Post #4
I totally agree ban them yet another thing to be a nuisance that will intrude on people's lives
I totally agree ban them yet another thing to be a nuisance that will intrude on people's lives
I must be getting grumpy as I get older but ffs, some of you lot are really helpful....not
To the OP, I don't have one but for a recent trip I really fancied the idea and looked into it
(private lake for those thinking I'd be peeing other anglers peace and quiet off...o.k)
The DJI are highly recommended but the price reflects that. There are a lot of comparisons on the web but tbh I'd draw up a list of what you want from the drone before asking about which ones are best as they all differ in features. You may want one with a 'follow me' feature if you're planning vlogging, or a auto return home feature, a stay on the spot while you cast, or auto take off for beginners. Also take a good look at the reviews, a lot of 4k don't seem to measure up and pan and tilt isn't on all, and up to you but you may want to consider staying under 250g (look up if unsure), and naturally battery life.
Can't be of more help, I'd be interested to see what you settle on though
To the OP, I don't have one but for a recent trip I really fancied the idea and looked into it
(private lake for those thinking I'd be peeing other anglers peace and quiet off...o.k)
The DJI are highly recommended but the price reflects that. There are a lot of comparisons on the web but tbh I'd draw up a list of what you want from the drone before asking about which ones are best as they all differ in features. You may want one with a 'follow me' feature if you're planning vlogging, or a auto return home feature, a stay on the spot while you cast, or auto take off for beginners. Also take a good look at the reviews, a lot of 4k don't seem to measure up and pan and tilt isn't on all, and up to you but you may want to consider staying under 250g (look up if unsure), and naturally battery life.
Can't be of more help, I'd be interested to see what you settle on though
Just to add, a subject I've not seen covered much in angling vids, polarising filters on the drone cameras.
There's a youtube channel called Bamabass, a American chap, follows his 5 acre pond build from start to now. Think in the last episode he's bought polarising filters for his drone, he's very impressed with the results when spotting his stock, worth a watch, for itself alone but also the drone
Clcik here for the channel
There's a youtube channel called Bamabass, a American chap, follows his 5 acre pond build from start to now. Think in the last episode he's bought polarising filters for his drone, he's very impressed with the results when spotting his stock, worth a watch, for itself alone but also the drone
Clcik here for the channel
In reply to Post #9
Yes you might be using one respectfully but there's a lot that won't sorry but they should be banned next thing is you won't need to go fishing a robot will fish for you
Yes you might be using one respectfully but there's a lot that won't sorry but they should be banned next thing is you won't need to go fishing a robot will fish for you
In reply to Post #1
I use a DJI air 3 (not for fishing) and its a great piece of kit.
Has all the built in avoidance parameters so exceptionally easy to use and keep where you want it. Camera can do 4k video and pictures so really clear shots on playback.
I use a DJI air 3 (not for fishing) and its a great piece of kit.
Has all the built in avoidance parameters so exceptionally easy to use and keep where you want it. Camera can do 4k video and pictures so really clear shots on playback.
In reply to Post #11
I can't argue with that, I'd hate one buzzing around if I was on a lake even if used responsibly, but on a lake exclusive or a massive Euro water without bothering other anglers, I can't see the problem and imo they have a place
I can't argue with that, I'd hate one buzzing around if I was on a lake even if used responsibly, but on a lake exclusive or a massive Euro water without bothering other anglers, I can't see the problem and imo they have a place
In reply to Post #13
I don't suppose it says on instructions must only be used on a big euro lakes you have missed the point it's about privacy do you think it's ok for people who don't want to be filmed in there swims bivvys on the loo ect ect and do they want to be filmed in there homes and gardens peoples kids from a far where you can't see who is operating the drone with no choice without permission so I say they should be banned completely I've not spoken to anyone who thinks there a good idea
As for them buzzing around as a mate said can be sorted with a catapult a ball bearings look at the trouble absolute devastation they caused at Gatwick airport years ago as far as I am aware they never caught the people
On a average water using eyes and water craft requires far more skill
I don't suppose it says on instructions must only be used on a big euro lakes you have missed the point it's about privacy do you think it's ok for people who don't want to be filmed in there swims bivvys on the loo ect ect and do they want to be filmed in there homes and gardens peoples kids from a far where you can't see who is operating the drone with no choice without permission so I say they should be banned completely I've not spoken to anyone who thinks there a good idea
As for them buzzing around as a mate said can be sorted with a catapult a ball bearings look at the trouble absolute devastation they caused at Gatwick airport years ago as far as I am aware they never caught the people
On a average water using eyes and water craft requires far more skill
Let's be honest, drones are for desperate noddys who can't be ars*d to walk the lake and find the fish like a normal angler. No place for them anywhere near a UK lake.
In reply to Post #15
You could say that about anything.
My father in law uses a drone to check his livestock in the morning, rather than spending 3 hours on the quad in and out of gates he can complete the job in 20 minutes and pin point where he needs to be.
I have a ticket on a local 120 acre pit lake and i wouldn't think twice about use it to pin point the fishes location to save me hours walking the bank.
lazy or using my time correctly, ill let you decide.
You could say that about anything.
My father in law uses a drone to check his livestock in the morning, rather than spending 3 hours on the quad in and out of gates he can complete the job in 20 minutes and pin point where he needs to be.
I have a ticket on a local 120 acre pit lake and i wouldn't think twice about use it to pin point the fishes location to save me hours walking the bank.
lazy or using my time correctly, ill let you decide.
In reply to Post #16
I guess it depends if you want to go fishing or go catching. They are not the same to me and the former does not include a remote controlled boat or drone.
Just my opinion of course.
I guess it depends if you want to go fishing or go catching. They are not the same to me and the former does not include a remote controlled boat or drone.
Just my opinion of course.
In reply to Post #17
I go fishing to catch not camp.
I go fishing to catch not camp.
In reply to Post #18
Like i said, it's only my opinion. If the gadgets help you catch and you still merit the fish caught using them then all power to you, we just have different opinions on it.
Like i said, it's only my opinion. If the gadgets help you catch and you still merit the fish caught using them then all power to you, we just have different opinions on it.
In reply to Post #19
It may be your opinion but you made a pretty bold statement
drones are for desperate noddys who can't be ars*d to walk the lake and find the fish like a normal angler
It may be your opinion but you made a pretty bold statement
drones are for desperate noddys who can't be ars*d to walk the lake and find the fish like a normal angler
In reply to Post #14
Apologies to the original poster, this is not very helpful, perhaps the objections could be split off by a mod, another twig type topic
I don't suppose it says on instructions must only be used on a big euro lakes WTH, as you and I've already said, irresponsible use.
lakes you have missed the point it's about privacy do you think it's ok for people who don't want to be filmed in there swims bivvys on the loo ect ect and do they want to be filmed in there homes and gardens peoples kids from a far where you can't see who is operating the drone with no choice without permission so I say they should be banned completely I've not spoken to anyone who thinks there a good idea
No & No I haven't, I said without bothering others and pretty much in absence of other anglers which in my book means filming others either deliberately or not, you can't ban every thing knobs get hold of, shall we ban cars. I've actually had a intrusive drone user filming my back garden, I found them, it didn't happen again. Unfortunately the police advised me I had no right to approach him as he was doing nothing wrong in a public space and we don't own the airspace above our houses and my behaviour could be deemed threatening! Luckily for me he was a security guard wearing his work gear and on a break, I simply asked what his employers may think.
Let's be honest, drones are for desperate noddys who can't be ars*d to walk the lake and find the fish like a normal angler. No place for them anywhere near a UK lake.
And then there are those among us who may not be able walk the lake. The lake may have boundaries that are private. Should we really discriminate, bit like bait boats for those who can't cast, some common sense would be nice and I tend to be positive and think most of us have it and would like to be the recipient of it.
But lets get all carpy and climb trees like 6 year olds with no thought to wearing a life jacket above water, breaking our legs falling and being unable to work. Trudge through/behind other peoples swims who may be fishing margins, or may just want some peace without someone doing 25 laps of the lake behind their bivvy.
But hey, it looks good in a vlog, as said each to their own.
Apologies to the original poster, this is not very helpful, perhaps the objections could be split off by a mod, another twig type topic
I don't suppose it says on instructions must only be used on a big euro lakes WTH, as you and I've already said, irresponsible use.
lakes you have missed the point it's about privacy do you think it's ok for people who don't want to be filmed in there swims bivvys on the loo ect ect and do they want to be filmed in there homes and gardens peoples kids from a far where you can't see who is operating the drone with no choice without permission so I say they should be banned completely I've not spoken to anyone who thinks there a good idea
No & No I haven't, I said without bothering others and pretty much in absence of other anglers which in my book means filming others either deliberately or not, you can't ban every thing knobs get hold of, shall we ban cars. I've actually had a intrusive drone user filming my back garden, I found them, it didn't happen again. Unfortunately the police advised me I had no right to approach him as he was doing nothing wrong in a public space and we don't own the airspace above our houses and my behaviour could be deemed threatening! Luckily for me he was a security guard wearing his work gear and on a break, I simply asked what his employers may think.
Let's be honest, drones are for desperate noddys who can't be ars*d to walk the lake and find the fish like a normal angler. No place for them anywhere near a UK lake.
And then there are those among us who may not be able walk the lake. The lake may have boundaries that are private. Should we really discriminate, bit like bait boats for those who can't cast, some common sense would be nice and I tend to be positive and think most of us have it and would like to be the recipient of it.But lets get all carpy and climb trees like 6 year olds with no thought to wearing a life jacket above water, breaking our legs falling and being unable to work. Trudge through/behind other peoples swims who may be fishing margins, or may just want some peace without someone doing 25 laps of the lake behind their bivvy.
But hey, it looks good in a vlog, as said each to their own.
In reply to Post #21
So you didn't like your space being invaded a drone filming in your back garden so you called the police
What an answer from them yes the drone is in no man's land but the film isn't it's your property that they have which is private
These liberals running this country need to change the laws to keep up with technology but I stick with it they should be banned only for professional use
So you didn't like your space being invaded a drone filming in your back garden so you called the police
What an answer from them yes the drone is in no man's land but the film isn't it's your property that they have which is private
These liberals running this country need to change the laws to keep up with technology but I stick with it they should be banned only for professional use
In reply to Post #22
You're very quick to jump to assumptions aren't you...
I said I was advised by the police, I did not say I called them, I went into a police station some time later. I thought having a quick convo with the guy might sought the issue rather than wasting police time on a call out, (common sense...no?)
So you didn't like your space being invaded a drone filming in your back garden Would you
I think I've already covered not bothering others...err...twice
What an answer from them yes the drone is in no man's land but the film isn't it's your property that they have which is private
Nope, they can film you, it's not against the law, at that time, may have changed now. Have a look on the internet, at the time there's loads of drone users who actually go round asking to film inside say a factory grounds, they refuse so they film from outside. The company call the police, police say there's nothing they can do as it's not a offence....mad!
These liberals running this country need to change the laws to keep up with technology Now that we can agree on
You're very quick to jump to assumptions aren't you...
I said I was advised by the police, I did not say I called them, I went into a police station some time later. I thought having a quick convo with the guy might sought the issue rather than wasting police time on a call out, (common sense...no?)
So you didn't like your space being invaded a drone filming in your back garden Would you
I think I've already covered not bothering others...err...twiceWhat an answer from them yes the drone is in no man's land but the film isn't it's your property that they have which is private
Nope, they can film you, it's not against the law, at that time, may have changed now. Have a look on the internet, at the time there's loads of drone users who actually go round asking to film inside say a factory grounds, they refuse so they film from outside. The company call the police, police say there's nothing they can do as it's not a offence....mad!
These liberals running this country need to change the laws to keep up with technology Now that we can agree on
In reply to Post #21
Or just walk the lake quietly, try and find the fish and fish for them peacefully with a rod and line. No need to be silly about it.
The less able angler often comes up in these debates, and of course, if you have an injury or disability and can't cast then a boat is your only option. Nobody would have any issue at all with that.
If you can't physically move from swim to swim, or get into a swim due to a disability then what use is a drone? I stand by my opinion that they have no place at a uk fishing lake.
Or just walk the lake quietly, try and find the fish and fish for them peacefully with a rod and line. No need to be silly about it.
The less able angler often comes up in these debates, and of course, if you have an injury or disability and can't cast then a boat is your only option. Nobody would have any issue at all with that.
If you can't physically move from swim to swim, or get into a swim due to a disability then what use is a drone? I stand by my opinion that they have no place at a uk fishing lake.
In reply to Post #23
You didn't say you went to police station I think that anybody would think you called them any way yes not illegal to be in the air but to film your private space is another matter anyway I am pleased it stopped
You didn't say you went to police station I think that anybody would think you called them any way yes not illegal to be in the air but to film your private space is another matter anyway I am pleased it stopped
In reply to Post #25
No expectation of privacy in a public place,even if you're in your garden you can be filmed as long as the person recording is on public land
No expectation of privacy in a public place,even if you're in your garden you can be filmed as long as the person recording is on public land
In reply to Post #26
No that's not correct take a look at the civil aviation authority regarding drones and privacy.
https://register-drones.caa.co.uk/drone-code/protecting-peoples-privacy
No that's not correct take a look at the civil aviation authority regarding drones and privacy.
https://register-drones.caa.co.uk/drone-code/protecting-peoples-privacy
In reply to Post #27
Looks like your maybe right to film in home or garden breaks data protection laws that's if I have read it right surely there must be some law against it
Looks like your maybe right to film in home or garden breaks data protection laws that's if I have read it right surely there must be some law against it
In reply to Post #27
Someone could stand at the end of your drive or garden and film you as long as stood on public property.The law might be different with a drone but it definitely isn't with normal camera,it's upto you to make your property private
Someone could stand at the end of your drive or garden and film you as long as stood on public property.The law might be different with a drone but it definitely isn't with normal camera,it's upto you to make your property private
In reply to Post #1
Ignore all of the moaning. I haven't used one but a friend of mine does on a 180 acre lake nearish us. Climbing trees is carpy as fook but its dangerous. Wearing a chunky knit and walking a lake for hours, having a brew every 20 minutes is carpy as well but if you fish midweek overnighters like he has to, a drone allows him to at least have a decent chance of being on fish on a huge water when he only has 12 hours, twice a week, and the majority of that is in the dark.
Granted, they can piss people off, but used in the right way, in the right circumstances, they must be great
Ignore all of the moaning. I haven't used one but a friend of mine does on a 180 acre lake nearish us. Climbing trees is carpy as fook but its dangerous. Wearing a chunky knit and walking a lake for hours, having a brew every 20 minutes is carpy as well but if you fish midweek overnighters like he has to, a drone allows him to at least have a decent chance of being on fish on a huge water when he only has 12 hours, twice a week, and the majority of that is in the dark.
Granted, they can piss people off, but used in the right way, in the right circumstances, they must be great
In reply to Post #29
For drones its very clear.
However with filming folk in public the land that it's taking place maybe private and permission should be sought though it's not always clear.
If you choose to ignore the law and join the fish at all costs brigade then be prepared to accept the consequences
To add I go fishing to get away from it all - I could say it's my therapy.
I expect my fellow angler to respect mine & others privacy - sadly with technology people forget...
For drones its very clear.
However with filming folk in public the land that it's taking place maybe private and permission should be sought though it's not always clear.
If you choose to ignore the law and join the fish at all costs brigade then be prepared to accept the consequences
To add I go fishing to get away from it all - I could say it's my therapy.
I expect my fellow angler to respect mine & others privacy - sadly with technology people forget...
In reply to Post #31
It's the same old argument we have had for years about bait boats with people bashing them, at the end of the day if u don't want to use one then dont if u do then do it's your fishing and nobody else's as long as u are being responsible when using them.
Life is to short to be moaning about people using the latest tech to catch fish, how many of the moaners are still using split cane rods and washing up bottle tops as indicators????? Not many at a guess.
Like I said life if to short to be moaning about stuff like this do what u want to do while being responsible and don't worry about what other people think.
And if people don't have any constructive advise to give to help answer the person's question then say nothing at all.
It's the same old argument we have had for years about bait boats with people bashing them, at the end of the day if u don't want to use one then dont if u do then do it's your fishing and nobody else's as long as u are being responsible when using them.
Life is to short to be moaning about people using the latest tech to catch fish, how many of the moaners are still using split cane rods and washing up bottle tops as indicators????? Not many at a guess.
Like I said life if to short to be moaning about stuff like this do what u want to do while being responsible and don't worry about what other people think.
And if people don't have any constructive advise to give to help answer the person's question then say nothing at all.
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