The Video One from Carrera is a mini-quadrocopter that brings a lot of flying pleasure. Despite its small size it is suitable for outdoor use in windstill weather and has an exemplary engine power. Equipped with a camera he shoots photos and videos with a passable quality. Well-engineered and equipped with some practical extras, the Video One is ideal for beginners and novices. A good price-performance ratio and the availability of spare parts guarantee long fun on the device.  

Mini-flier with excellent features

The Video One is 13 by 13 centimeters with a rotor span of 55 millimeters. This makes him one of the smallest quadrocopers in his family. Protected rotor blades make it suitable for indoor use. With its uncomplicated and optimized operation you control it with millimeter precision and maneuver it effortlessly through small course. The flight behavior of Video One is absolutely exemplary. No jerking, no moody control: the movements of the quadrocopter are precise and dynamic. You do not need more than ten minutes to get along with the control and to develop a feeling for the behavior of the device.  

Convenient features and extras

You control the Video One with a 2.4 GHz remote control. This has some practical features. In addition to a controller stabilized by a six-axis gyro system, control the camera via the remote control. With a button for photos and a start-stop button for videos you control simple functions. High praise has the remote control for two more good ideas deserves that are not common in quadrocopters one hand, all the functions are labeled, making operation for people With more than one quadrocopter model. On the other hand, the manufacturer provides a convenient neck strap for the remote control, which proves to be extremely useful in the field test. The speed adjust a knob with three settings: 20, 60 and 100 percent pitch rate. The choice of these options determines the sensitivity of the quadrocopter. While the first stage is suitable for indoor flights and beginners, the experienced aircraft reaches a considerable speed with the second and third. The name Video One implies the main purpose of the quadrocopter: the filming. In view of its engine power, the stable flight behavior and the average camera, it is more of a fun and sports device.  

Passable pictures and recordings

The small size of the quadrocopter prevents the installation of a high-resolution HD camera. The mounted with two megapixels nevertheless takes surprisingly good pictures. The videos are with 30 fps and 720 x 420 pixel resolution also. Fine for a Quadrokopter in this price range , the delivery includes a micro SD card with a gigabyte and an associated reader. On the map, you can save about two full flights as a video. A live stream is not possible because the remote control does not have the necessary screen.  

Carrera means continuous joy

Carrera is an often mentioned name outside of the Quadrokopter scene and a relatively large manufacturer in the model building. For you as a purchaser of a Carrera product, this means the protection with spare parts. All parts of the video One ordered from the manufacturer guarantees to. The delivery included four replacement rotors, color-coded, as well as batteries for the remote control. The entire package comes ready for flying and is ready for immediate use after a short calibration. Beginner is advised to consult the instruction sheet in advance in depth. It is charged via a USB cradle and lasts about one hour per battery, which is relatively low. The flight time is seven minutes. This is an average performance for quadrocopters. The range of the remote control is approximately 70 meters.  

Suitable for young and old

The high-quality processing, in particular the flexible rotor protection, make the Video One suitable for indoor flights as for young enthusiasts. The manufacturer sets the target group age from twelve years. An adult supervisor is always obligated. The stable flight behavior and the simple operation make the unit ideal for children. They playfully learn skill, concentration and responsibility. In the advanced mode more experienced pilots have their fun. The Video One is manoeuvrable, nimble and offers with the 360 ° -Looping-function many possibilities to live creatively while flying.