If you're curious about quadcopters but is on a tight budget, the Syma X5C Explorers is perfect for you. Naturally, you don’t want to shell out a ton of cash on something that you'll most likely just crash into the bushes. However, flying drones is the latest craze right now, and with this particular flier, you won't feel left out or frustrated with all the expensive drones out there.
This simple flier is so easy to control, and at an incredibly cheap price at around $50, you'll definitely experience a ton of fun. It is basically built as a training drone, and it is small enough to stay below the FAA's minimum size requirement so you don't need to register it. Built to withstand plenty of bumps and bruises, it also comes with a camera so you can try your hands on some aerial photography or take some selfies.
According to IGN, Syma X5C Explorers is surprisingly small and feathery at only .2lbs. Its specs include 2MP 1280 x 720p still and video camera, 3.7v 500mAH battery, four propeller guards, and 2.4Ghz remote control and LCD info screen. The drone runs on 2 AA batteries, which are not included, unlike its complete set of extra propellers, and USB charging cable.
According to CNET, a small Phillips screwdriver is also included if you want to install the optional prop guards. The drone's flight time is about 7 to 10 minutes with a 90-minute charge time. For aerial photography, it's is a toy drone quadcopter that actually performs well despite its cheap price.
The Syma X5C Explorers camera's image quality isn't that great compared to other high-quality quadcopters like the DJI Mavic Pro. There is also no stabilization, which makes for some shaky results. However, with its incredibly cheap price, this beginner drone is great for harnessing your drone flying skills if you plan to step up to pricier quadcopters.
