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I hope you don't mind but I get the vibe you might be interested in drone flying so I really wanted to lay some of the knowledge out for you. I'll give the TL:DR at the end.

What drone model is this?

I shot the majority of the video with a Mavic Pro 2 . It is $1500. If you do get the same drone, I do recommend the Fly More Kit , as it gives you two extra batteries, a good carrying case, and some extra propellers. It is $379. Finally, I would recommend the hard case for it, for traveling, as it really has made accessing my accessories and batteries on it so much easier. It is $52.

For the videos in the State Parks, I shot those with my digital Camera, a Fujifilm X-T3, and then stabilized them. It is illegal to fly a drone in a National State Park. National Forests are okay though.

If you do decide to get a drone, I can help make recommendations if you plan to buy a DJI drone, as that is the brand I did a lot of research into. There are a lot of drones out there, but only a few capable of 4K. DJI is the top brand in the industry right now, mostly because they acquired, Hasselblad, in 2017 and have been using Hasselblad's tech to really produce amazing images. In case you never heard of them, Hasselblad is a professional camera company that created the original cameras for the moon landings back in the 40s.

How easy was it to learn to use?

For this question, it is actually two-part question. Ease of use is 50% of the knowledge you need. The other half is how to use. Drones are not well liked in many places and, ideally, you should research every flight to make to make sure you are not flying in illegal airspace. I recommend reading up on drone rules before you make the financial commitment, so you can be sure you are able to follow the regulations. This is the FAA's website for drones. For example, if you live in a big city near an airport, are you willing to drive to a remote location that doesn't have a large population of people to enjoy flying? I got lucky, and found a local park in River Bend, NC and flew there. After 5-6 flights, I had a good sense of how to operate. I've flown a total of 50 times and 4 hrs 19 mins. Despite this, I learn something new every other flight or so. This trip to Alaska has really built my confidence a lot.

Where can I fly legally?

It's not the end all, be all resource, but download an app called Airmap. Also DJI's app, "DJI Go", might be a good resource too. Personally, I use Airmap to research the airspace before I fly and I also google the places on the internet if it is a known location. The FAA has an App too, but it is terrible and useless.

Ease of use

Personally, the drone operates like a video game. I think it is wonderfully easy. The only part that gets tricky and when the drone is turned around so you will need to reverse your directions. The controller links directly to your smart phone and shows a live feed from the drone's point of view to the phone screen in your hand. There is small delay in signal from drone to phone, so don't let it become your primary source of control unless absolutely necessary. There are sensors on the front, back, both sides, and bottom to make the drone aware of obstructions. As long as the drone is not in sport mode, 99% of the time the drone will not fly into something by mistake (nothing is perfect).

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TL:DR Simple answer.

Mavic Pro 2

It's pretty damn easy in my opinion, but everyone is different. Hand-eye coordination isn't everyone's forte. In addition to operation, even the best drone pilot should learn the software features that control the drone and the regulations of drone flying.

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Happy Flying and Good luck. It's a lot of fun for me. I am going to get my Drone Pilot Certification as soon as possible.

Hero 7 black is the way to go. The hypersmooth stabilization makes it worth it.

Accessories to get:

First of all, get a gopro plus trial. It gives you 50% off of batteries and other accessories, but not chargers or microsd cards.

Grab a few extra batteries. With the trial, they're $10 each.

The dual bay charger is well worth the price.

These are the microsd cards I use in my H7B. They're fast, reliable and cheap. Also on gopro's recommended list of cards to use.

I use tempered glass protectors for the lens and rear screen and they don't affect video quality at all. They went on very easily and the lens cap is a nice bonus.

For a case, I currently use this one, but the official case looks good too.

I use this frame mount and love it. The front round piece can be removed if desired; I took it off as I don't need it for what I use my gopro for. It includes mounting options for both standard threaded mounts and gopro mounts. And the back slides on and off.

If you need a head mount, the amazonbasics one is identical to the official gopro branded mount aside from the logo (I have both).

Completely optional, but I really like these aluminum knobs over the standard plastic ones.

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That about covers everything I use. Hope this helps some!

Hi u/jnelparty - the PMD-706 looks good, but it has relatively noisy preamps.

If you need more than 4 tracks and can swing an extra $80, you might want to consider the much quieter Tascam DR-680MkII [Referral Link].

This recorder has -127dB equivalent input noise (EIN), the same as the highly rated (and expensive) Zoom F8 - and much quieter than the -120dB DR-70D.

Please see the chart at the bottom of this page for EIN comparisons between popular recorders (the PMD-706 is too new to make this list, but it is probably comparable to the DR-70D).

In my view, the 4 year old DR-680MkII is the best value recorder for your money below $400.

Hope this is helpful and good luck with your interview!

I have a similar case, but not nearly as much paint. I actually use some magic foam like this one to act as a holder. It works great!

If you’re willing to cut your own foam, you could use a “POV” case like the AmazonBasics - Custodia per trasporto GoPro, misura Large: Amazon.it: Elettronica. (There are a number of similar cases available, and you might find one more ideally sized for your purposes — I wasn’t searching in a language I speak.)

You will also be able to find sheets of foam —either to be cut or what is called “pull and pluck” here in the US—to customize the case, but I’ve generally been able to upcycle foam from other packaging.

If you’re willing to forgo the “hard(ish)” case aspect, try searching for cable organizers, pencil pouches or makeup bags to find pouches of various dimensions. If you want “pro” gear, both Think Tank and Tom Bihn make “special” pouches for wrangling cables and adapters, but there are many lower cost solutions available once you’ve decided what type of “organizer” you want.

Good luck!

Melamine or acrylic dinnerware. They are pretty dinnerware-ish and still extremely sturdy.

Melamine for the plates, that is, and acrylic for stuff like translucent salad bowls and glasses. Although there have been some reports of melamine leaching into food, so something to research further first.

Corelle is laminated glass, and pretty darn sturdy too, and probably more luxurious feeling.

Although you could also figure out something foam lined to carry more breakable stuff in. Line a drawer with this stuff https://www.amazon.com/CamKix-Customizable-Magic-Camkix-Medium/dp/B00NTJUXXI or something like it and cut out places for your fancy-ass glasses to go.

If you need it right away and especially for travel, you could go for something like this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M60UN4X/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_a1DTCbG4BJB5P

The foam can be configured to firmly hold anything that will fit in there.

I have heard that the foam can start to degrade and flake off after a while but by the time that happens the third party solutions with better, custom molded foam will be out on the market.

I use these:

https://www.amazon.com/Sterilite-14228604-Stack-Carry-Handle/dp/B00IPUCPA0/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&ref=yo_pop_d_pd

And either line the bottom with metal like this and glue magnets to my bases:

https://www.amazon.com/M-D-Building-Products-56072-Galvanized/dp/B001GTVS82/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&ref=yo_pop_d_pd

Or I just got some of this and it also seemed to work well:

https://www.amazon.com/Customizable-Magic-Camkix-Extra-Large/dp/B00LAVI7B2/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&ref=yo_pop_d_pd

My thunderwolves and Bjorn have a few craft magnets glued to their bases and the metal option has worked great. Getting magnets to stay glued to the base was the hardest part and the larger bases don't move at all during transport.

The foam is pluck foam, and I used it for some bikes and terminators without too much trouble. It's a little smaller than the case, put I used the foam that I plucked and made an outside row of foam to keep the main tray in place and for extra storage

I just got this in the mail today from amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Case-Small-GoPro--Black-Hero/dp/B00AU0HMGA/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1396484810&sr=8-2&keywords=gopro+pov+case

It fits basically everything i need in it. I love the size of it, tablet size just thick. Fits my hero3+ perfectly with some mounts, 2 extra batteries, and all charging cables. Fairly touch/hard exterior, don't need to worry to much about anything getting crushed. I bought it so i can throw it in my backpack when i travel and not have to worry about it. Youtube videos on it are what sold it to me.

I use a small Tamrac bag. Mine is an older model of their style #5401 bag.

External Dimensions: 10W x 7¼H x 6D

The bag is small, which makes it great for street photography, but it's big enough for even the biggest M4/3 body with lens attached plus a spare lens, and it has a pocket for some assorted odds & ends like a spare battery, cleaning cloths, etc etc etc.

I prefer my older version over the current model because mine is all black, whereas the current version has brown trim. And mine had a rubber logo that was easily removed. So, my bag is all black with no logo. It looks cheap and irrelevant, and that's a good thing since I don't want to look like I'm carrying anything worth stealing.

I'd go with one of the GoProfessional hard cases. [This] (http://amzn.com/B00I8UCVZQ) one for a regular P2 (with or without gimbal) or [this] ( http://amzn.com/B00H6BU3J4) one if you have a Vision. I'm not being paid by GoProfessional to say this but their cases are hands down the best out there. I've seen and checked out pretty much every hard case on your list and something that I immediately disliked about all of them was that the foam wasn't hard enough. It was mushy and the phantom would rock around in the case. The GoProfessional foam is rock solid but still provides protection for the phantom.

That makes sense. Then I think this foam ( https://www.amazon.de/dp/B00LAVI7B2/ref=sspa_dk_detail_3?psc=1 ) with some case would be a nice solution. Thanks for the idea!

This is a good one that I have and would be great for the mounts you have currently.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00AU0HMGA?pc_redir=1397198414&robot_redir=1

Looks like this case. I have one and like it. It's nice and small.

I picked up one of these cases on Amazon. Although, mine is a bit different and came with out the inner flap... (just noticed)

Here is what it looks like all together. I'm leaving all of the extra mounts at home and only taking the following:

• GoPro
  
• Waterproof housing
  
• LCD Backpack
  
• LCD housing lid
  
• (2) 32GB MicroSD cards
  
• (3) Batteries
  
• (2) Chargers
  
• Head-band mount (not pictured)
  
• Short tripod (not pictured)
  
  Also, I'm up in the air on whether or not I'll bring my Canon T2i. I have a 28-135mm lens, but it's super heavy. I may pick up a 40mm pancake lens.
  
  
  
  EDIT: I leave one-way on Sept 17.

I'd get a case for the Solo if you plan on using it anywhere but home.
This should work dimension wise, with a pocket for a straight stem.

I just ordered this storage case together with customisable foam. Pretty good reviews for both and affordable prices compared to the Pelican cases.

Storage Case
https://www.amazon.com/CamKix-Carrying-Gopro-Silver-Accessories/dp/B00HMZG3YS/ref=pd_bxgy_421_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=71AF1PTY1FV7FZ092SZR

Customisable foam
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NTJUXXI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Found it on Amazon:

Smatree Hard Carrying Case Compatible for DJI Mavic 2 Pro/Mavic 2 Zoom Fly MoreCombo（Upgrade Edition）
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D3JYKY2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_3GHnDbM6VMJND

I like it. Pretty compact.

Something like this will be really helpful.

https://www.amazon.com/Ruggard-Parka-Protector-Cameras-Camcorders/dp/B01GSIHWPI/ref=sr_1_6?crid=JF69L4XTP8XQ&keywords=camera+warmer&qid=1572622004&sprefix=camera+warm%2Caps%2C229&sr=8-6

> closed cell foam

Great tip. I'll look in to that. Currently have this stuff on top.

I use this: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Neckstrap-Camcorder-Binocular-Curved-Black/dp/B0053PAW3M/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1346353552&sr=8-4

I got it after seeing a video on the benefits of a neoprene strap. I upgraded to a heavier camera recently and bought this along with it. With this the new camera actually feels lighter than the older one! The elasticity means sudden jolts are softened and there's no hard seam to press into your neck. Very comfortable.

Unfortunately I also like it because it is long on me and hangs down to my waist (I'm 5'7") so it will probably be too long for you, but I recommend a neoprene or other elastic strap.

Smatree - Smacase. Bought it on Amazon, it's customizable to the gear i plan on bringing. Really enjoying it so far.

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https://www.amazon.com/Smatree-Carrying-Cameras-Accessories-Included/dp/B00UFCRKJM/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=smatree+gopro+case&qid=1554840523&s=gateway&sr=8-3

I use the amazon basics large as I like to pack light.

I carved out the bottom dual "something" holders to fit the external gopro dual battery charger.

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Carrying-Case-GoPro-Large/dp/B00PMMB4X8

https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B009OWU7DA

Looks like a knock-off of a more expensive bag, specifically this one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XFRKRTD/

Nice bag tho!

I was not aware the lens protector on the Hero5 is replaceable. That is nice to know. I still think I will get something for the front.

Saw this case and these tempered glass

Guess the case is all about personal preference. Thought about that was I was looking. I don't have that much stuff, just enough to keep it secure when I grab and go for snowboarding.

Link to the original idea - https://www.reddit.com/r/ergodox/comments/82cpv6/showcase_awesome_carrying_case_on_the_cheap/?utm_medium=android_app&utm_source=share

Got the case at a discount on Amazon. Usually it's like $16 or so. Link - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PMMB4X8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_003yDbGQ060WC

I had the same dilemma recently and it took me ages to find a solution, I couldn't find a case which naturally fit my 2ds xl with the grip attached, and most generic cases were totally over sized

What I eventually did was buy a case designed for a gopro, pulled out the foam insert it came with, and put in a generic pluck foam insert

AmazonBasics GoPro Carrying Case - Small https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00PMMBBSG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_NIWJDbRHNZWAY

B&W outdoor.cases pre-cut foam (SI) for outdoor.case type 500 - The Original https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00LP3VAIC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_xJWJDb7MM5E4M

I have this case: Sony LCSU21 Soft Carrying Case for Cyber-Shot and Alpha NEX Cameras (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B06EON2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_sqY2xbQGTE5K1

It allows me to keep my A6000 with lens attached, plus one extra lens. I frequently carry around the A6000 with 1670Z on it plus the Rokinon 12 and it works great if not a bit overstuffed and can't zip.... But it's the smallest possible! Works for me. I also have a ThinkTank urban approach when I need EVERYTHING with me.

probably your best bet

I do alot of Overlanding so I carry a pretty advanced medkit. To save money on the box instead of going with pelican I went with a similar case at Walmart, cant remember the brand but its water proof as well.

I just carry laxative, asprin, benedryl, bismuth subcarbonate, hydrogen peroxide, boric acid ointment, iodine swabs, quickstop, some gauze, dressing wraps, those brown compression thingys, various bandage sizes, cotton pads(dollar store), scissors, tweezers, and gloves. I carry all that in various amounts in a plastic case like I mentioned, very similar to this http://www.amazon.ca/Neewer-Waterproof-Shockproof-Protective-Cameras-Ideal/dp/B00RV53XBA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1450752812&sr=8-1&keywords=plastic+case


All that is then kept inside the truck behind the back seat. I have a minor medkit right inside the back door of the bedcap on the drivers side, its held to the wall with velcro straps so if you need it you just rip the cord and off it comes. It just has a shit ton of gauze, sheets torn up to make bandages and some quickstop.

Most of the kits cost me nothing as it was stuff given to me by the hospital after my surgery and since they can't take it back I kept it for good use.

If you want you can use something like this to hold it in neater: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Customizable-Magic-Foam-Camkix-Medium/dp/B00NTJUXXI/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1474070032&sr=8-4&keywords=foam+case

I ordered and just received this GoPro case with exactly the same intention as you: to repurpose as an Iris case: AmazonBasics Large Carrying Case for GoPro And Accessories - 13 x 9 x 2.5 Inches, Black

With some careful foam cutting it should work well. One iris half fits (with some space to spare) in the large cutout, so the second half should fit (after foam cutting) in the side meant for accessories.

Sure!

I can only give you the german amazonlinks, but i guess you can find this stuff somewhere else as well.


For the pallet:
https://www.amazon.de/dp/B07G99LT93/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_apa_i_.6IRCbTDHSA74

Waterpot:
https://www.amazon.de/dp/B016OD8U6M/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_apa_i_5-IRCb0PP649W

Case:
https://www.amazon.de/dp/B00PMMB4X8/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_apa_i_EaJRCbMQE8GTV

for 9 dollars more you can get yourself some QT Halo's if they're in stock. i emptied out one of these to store it in.

Amazon sell a few different cases in their Amazon basics range, this is the small GoPro case and if you cut out some of the foam, a volca fits nicely. There's plenty room for the knobs and it's fairly sturdy.

If you'd prefer something a bit less bulky & a lot more stylish,

I got THIS from Amazon: it's only $20.

I would shop around for cases the GoPro Case is extremely over priced.

http://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Carrying-Case-GoPro-Large/dp/B00PMMB4X8/ref=sr_1_4?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1458745005&sr=1-4&keywords=gopro+case

found it:

https://www.amazon.com/Customizable-Magic-Camkix-Extra-Large/dp/B00LAVI7B2/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1526764676&sr=8-7&keywords=foam+insert

Is this the same thing?

Here is the case I bought

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00AU0HMGA/ref=redir_mdp_mobile?pc_redir=T1

It's not the biggest case, but holds most everything I need

Here are a few options:

http://www.pelicancases.com/Pelican-Case-Foam-Sets-C124.aspx

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BP5T5P0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_u8B6ybPQCAKMK

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LAVI7B2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Y8B6ybM6TTFV8

edit: out of stock

Hero4 Session, remote, 32GB MicroSD card & carrying case for $199

https://www.amazon.com/GoPro-CHDHS-102-HERO-Session/dp/B01C80O0ZU/ref=bdl_pop_ttl_B01C80O0ZU

"unbundled" pricing:

• Hero4 Session: $199
  
• Go Pro WiFi remote: $79
  
• Sandisk Extreme 32GB microsd: $20.02
  
  
• Amazon Basics carrying case for GoPro: $12.49
  

Sorry to double post this (posted on another comment below). Here is the case: https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Carrying-Case-GoPro-Small/dp/B00PMMBBSG

What I did was buy a bunch of Pick N Pluck foam. It let's you customize the size of the holes you need for each mini and you can cut it down into sections to fill whatever size container you are using. There are tons of different sizes and companies that make it and it is a much cheaper alternative.