The new UdiRC U39S, on paper, is an incredible drone. It has a 4K camera on a mechanical two-axis gimbal. It has a flight time of up to 30 minutes. The U39S even has powerful brushless motors and an advanced GPS navigation system. For less than $300, is this drone an absolute steal, or is it an overpriced one?
The camera claims to be a 4K camera, but you’ll get only 2.7K video resolution (2560*1440P). Instead, it can take photos with 3840*2160P. In addition to electronic image stabilization (EIS), a two-axis motorized gimbal ensures stable footage.
The UdiRC U39S has an advertised flight time of up to 30 minutes, but taking into consideration the drone’s weight and the 3S/3100mAh battery, you can expect to get closer to 10-23 minutes of flight. It has a collapsible design and measures 173 x 93 x 70mm with folded arms.
Key features:
- Foldable & Portable
- Brushless Motors
- 2-Axis Gimbal with 4K EIS Camera
- GPS Positioning – Functional Waypoints – Follow Me
- Altitude Hold Mode
- Optical Flow Positioning
- APP Compatible – 5G Live Stream – Surround Flight
- Auto Return Home – One Button Take-Off/Landing – Low Battery Alarm
- Failsafe Out-of-Range return
I saw it at a Coolbox (formerly Radioshack in Peru), asked about it, and it wasn’t listed. They told me it was just for display. I kept searching for the model online, but couldn’t find it. A few days later, I decided to look it up on the Coolbox website and found it for 149.90 soles (approximately 45 US dollars). I ordered it, and it arrived the next day. I’ve tested it, and it works great. The camera recording is very acceptable. The weight of the drone, both with and without the battery, makes it seem like a quality drone. The motors are quite powerful. The battery lasted approximately 20 minutes, and I’d also be able to transmit video and record for a bit longer. I highly recommend it for beginners or as a hobby.
I had never heard about UdiRC drones before!