Reddit reviews Syma X5C 4 Channel 2.4GHz RC Explorers Quad Copter w/ Camera

I think I might have that exact drone.

https://www.amazon.ca/Syma-Explorers-6-Axis-Quadcopter-Camera/dp/B00MNG37C2

I bought it largely because I wanted a drone. Also it was the cheapest one of it's size.

For outdoor flying you cannot go wrong with a Syma X5c - http://www.amazon.com/Syma-Explorers-6-Axis-Quadcopter-Camera/dp/B00MNG37C2

You can find any number of "new to flying, what should I get?" posts that will answer with either the Syma, Hubson X4, or Cheerson CX-10. The Hubsan and Cheerson are both too small for any real outdoor flying.

This is way overpriced. Search amazon for the Syma X5C and it is only $43.46.

Alternatively, go on AliExpress and order one for ~$25-$30 like I did. The $25 model doesn't come with a camera though.

Lol.

I was thinking about this one here:

Syma X5C Explorers 2.4G 4CH 6-Axis Gyro RC Quadcopter With HD Camera

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MNG37C2/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_7KdGwbZ8DDPZ5

I recently turned 17 and I like aerospace and computer science so I think this question is basically made for me haha. Anyway here's a few suggestions:

• Arduino Starter Kit (Amazon, $60). Arduino is a great platform for learning the basics of computer science, electrical engineering, and programming. It's a great learning tool for younger people. I first used it in a class when I was 15 and I've used it for projects for the past 2ish years. Definitely would recommend this for interest in comp sci.
  
  
• Quadcopter (Amazon, $40). Not strictly as educational as the Arduino, but fun to play with. We used these in my aerospace class. It's just fun to fly it around, do tricks, race them, etc. If he's interested, he could try learning about the functionality and dynamics of how it flies and how it moves.
  
  
• Kerbal Space Program (Steam, $40). This is a "game" where you design, build, and fly rockets and planes. I put game in quotes because it's a fairly realistic simulator, but it still has game-y elements like setting objectives for the player and rewarding you for certain actions. This is the game that got me into aerospace initially so I would highly recommend this if he doesn't have it yet.
  
  
• Model Rocket (Amazon, $25). These are just plain fun to launch. We also did these in my aerospace class, although they weren't as fancy as this one. I'd also recommend buying extra engines so you can launch them again after recovery. Also, don't launch them on a windy day because they will travel really far.
  
  That's all I can think of off the top of my head. They're all sorta educational, sorta fun if he likes that stuff. Hope that helped!

і фантом це крута модель, а можна взяти суму за 50 баксів
https://www.amazon.com/Syma-Quadcopter-equipped-cameras-2-4G/dp/B00MNG37C2/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1506547555&sr=8-4&keywords=Syma+X5C-1
спокійно візьме на борт 100 грам ваги (а при деяких модифікаціях і 150-200), дальність правда маленька і без gps керування можливе тільки за допомогою камери, але якщо стоїть задача перелетіти забор і впасти на штабеля снарядів - непоганий бюджетний варіант

The H107C was my first quadcopter and I was perfectly happy with it, do note though that they have 2 versions of the camera, one is 0.3MP and one is 2MP. The one you linked is the lesser quality one so it will have lower quality video.

The H107C is sort of small so it may not do well outside, I would go with something like the Syma X5C which is bigger and has a decent camera for the price.

As far as accessories go if he is new I would pick up some extra props and some extra batteries .

This:

http://www.amazon.com/Syma-Explorers-6-Axis-Quadcopter-Camera/dp/B00MNG37C2/ref=sr_1_1?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1450195541&sr=1-1&keywords=drone

but if vape related, Nitecore d4 and wire/cotton

Can't go wrong with either a Hubsan H107C 2MP or a Syma X5C.

I just bought my son a Hubsan H107C, 5 extra batteries, and a nice case for ~$100.

It's an awesome little setup that you can fly inside and outside with.

Syma x5c
Syma x8w

I started with the 5 which is under 50 on Amazon it does have a camera but it is not FPV
http://www.amazon.com/SYMA-Explorers-6-Axis-Quadcopter-Camera/dp/B00MNG37C2

The I got the x8w which is bigger more link the P3 and P4 for under 100
http://www.amazon.com/Cheerwing-X8W-Real-time-Headless-Quadcopter/dp/B011K5J0RM/ref=sr_1_1?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1458670697&sr=1-1&keywords=x8w

I believe the Syma X5C allows you to record video in 720P. Transmitting is a bit more difficult. There are cheap drones that allow you to use a cell phone as a screen, but the resolution is usually less than 720p and has latency.

A lot of drones have two cameras. One for low resolution, analog real time video transmission and another for recording HD video at high quality. This understandably costs more than $50.

Syma x5c. It's alright, it's a cheap entry level quad, nothing fancy. Not good for indoor flight (too big) and also can get squirrelly in medium winds. My dad bought one and had it blow away.

I just started the hobby around August of 2016, but this is my route so far:

Started with the H8 mini to fly line of sight in my apartment and get a feel for controls.

After a month or so I was gifted a Syma x5c. With this quad I could go outside where there was more room to roam and the larger quad could handle the wind much better.

I just grabbed a budget Tx and am currently using it in the Liftoff simulator on steam to learn how to better control a FPV style quad. I only have about 6 hours in the sim, but my flying in the sim has improved dramatically.

This week I ordered the QX95 micro quad and the eachine VR D2 googles to start flying indoor FPV around the apartment and outside in the early springtime.

The plan for me is to then build a miniquad during the springtime which I will use all summer.

Going this route has been pretty cost effective thus far, I've only spent around $70 for the mini and then the TX and was able to feel very confident in my flying before spending more on the micro and goggle setup.

Like others, at the very least I would recommend getting into a simulator. the TX you get for the sim can always be used with your first quad setup too.

Not going to be the best but very available - Syma X5C-1 - Banggood/Gearbest/Amazon/Aliexpress.

You can get a very basic 5.8ghz FPV setup going with http://amzn.com/B00MNG37C2 and http://amzn.com/B013HQCK88 - Its Toy grade but can get you started on an expensive hobby.

If you don't want a super expensive drone, I would go with the Syma X5C
(https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MNG37C2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

This is my first drone. I really enjoy it. It gets you use to flying and even has a camera for video/pictures for you to practice. It is really fun to just go out and fly and mess around with. I would recommend it.

Note: You can also buy extra batteries for it for $20 including the charger as well. Would recommend buying.

Get a Syma x5c for practice.
It's under $50 and if you crash it it's not a big deal. (plus it does have a camera.. but it's very basic)

After you get the hang of a very basic drone you can try and purchase a bigger more expensive one.

I have my own Syma and it's loads of fun.

Nice idea, but I am looking for something with a camera. Does this one look decent? Do you know much about quadcopters? http://www.amazon.com/Syma-Explorers-6-Axis-Quadcopter-Camera/dp/B00MNG37C2/ref=sr_1_4?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1449613949&sr=1-4&keywords=camera+quadcopter

So this is considered the new X5C-1?

I would get this.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00MNG37C2/ref=dp_olp_new?ie=UTF8&condition=new&coliid=I2LTG7YRLTBCX7&colid=14NR2JK2ORRFR

http://www.amazon.com/Quadcopter-motors-Propellers-Landing-Protectors/dp/B00TJSJWQ2/ref=pd_sim_21_2?ie=UTF8&dpID=51aJBCoOb4L&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=0HV2V970WQFE1FYT29B3

http://www.amazon.com/Teenitor-600mAh-Battery-Charger-Parts/dp/B00LK0DY3O/ref=pd_sim_21_1?ie=UTF8&dpID=41JCHYlWuBL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=1HJFGJQSFPCDX49WFKM4

Understood. Thanks!

What about this?

There is nothing advanced about quadcopters or ultralights. Here is a good intro quadcopter for $56. Here is a very small one for $17.

I've been flying this one:

Syma X5C 2.4G 6 Axis Gyro HD Camera RC Quadcopter with 2.0MP Camera https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MNG37C2/ref=cm_sw_r_taa_Tx.syb287M52H

And this was my first one (this is just a newer version) :

Hubsan X4 (H107C) 4 Channel 2.4GHz RC Quad Copter with Camera - Green/Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P79ZQIA/ref=cm_sw_r_taa_VA.sybX37RKX3

Great learner quads to master how the controls work on most drones. Gets your mind set for steering while the drone is facing random directions.

Why is it unacceptable to fly 6-10 minutes and change batteries?

You need to do your research, GoPro's are neat, but expensive and you are strapping it to something that is going to crash ALOT. A mobius may do just what you need, at 1/3-1/4th the cost. Then you said you want to do FPV, well are you looking for racing around parks or just wanting that cool view that your gopro is recording?

Get yourself a toy copter.

Syma X8G

Syma X5C-1

You can add a 5.8ghz fpv setup to either of those with some soldering skills and a youtube video.

Enjoy

>Had the same issue occur and it was fraud. Cheaper items were used though.

It was a cheap drone. Syma.. this is it https://www.amazon.com/Channel-2-4GHz-Explorers-Copter-Camera/dp/B00MNG37C2/ref=sr_1_4

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> talk me out of it

Those damn Parrot drones look atrocious.

> ...sounds like a good starter.

Is this your first drone? I would recommend something a little cheaper and toyish. This is what I started with (Syma X5C-1)

Start flying that in doors on low speed for a month or two, get the hang of controls a little bit and slowly migrate outside on still (non-windy) days.

Get VERY comfortable with the controls. I can fly mine around with confidence pretty fast and make sharp turns, etc.

I would recommend getting to that point before you move into something much pricier.


...BUT that's just my 2c.

http://www.amazon.com/SYMA-Explorers-6-Axis-Quadcopter-Camera/dp/B00MNG37C2

That first. While you're learning to fly, do lots of research, keep it up until you know what you need to buy yourself. The links I provided earlier are a good start, but it's really best to have a good understanding of everything before jumping in.

you lucky bastard! Grab a starter quad like this one: http://www.amazon.com/SYMA-Explorers-6-Axis-Quadcopter-Camera/dp/B00MNG37C2 You are guaranteed to crash constantly while learning, you wouldnt want to do that with that Vortex 250.

honestly the best place to start is a syma x5c very little initial cost, works great indoors and out, and if the kid loses inerested you are out $40. the same crappy brushless quad is rebranded and costs $150+ at toys R us/target etc..

if they do get the bug, and want more, well come back and we'll help direct you towards the best way to spend another $200+ :D

Currently, commercial drone laws are a hassle to get around. For someone who owns a drone and wants to make money off of it, they need to have a pilots license and a file for a 333 exemption. Drones are fairly new and haven't been regulated accordingly. Regulations are supposed to be coming soon to help those interested in light droning such as photography, real estate, surveying, ect. I've heard rumors as early as this summer but the process could drag on. It's a hefty fine if you're caught droning commercially without the proper clearances. You'll be hard pressed to find someone as the laws currently sit, but they may be out there.

If you know someone with a drone who will help you out as a favor with no cash crossing hands, that's your best bet. I own a DJI Phantom 4 myself and fly it as a hobby, but occasionally do video/photo work as favors for friends.

Another option would be to buy a cheap drone and fly it yourself if cash is tight:

https://www.amazon.com/SYMA-Explorers-6-Axis-Quadcopter-Camera/dp/B00MNG37C2/ref=sr_1_1?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1465917280&sr=1-1&keywords=drone

The one above has good ratings, but the cheaper models are often difficult to fly and don't have the best camera quality.

Good luck!

Here is a very good starter for a even better price. $50 will get you all the skills you need whole not breaking the bank. $50! [SYMA X5C Explorers 2.4G 4CH 6-Axis Gyro RC Quadcopter With HD Camera] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MNG37C2/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_api_L50xxbQV9KVGT)

For any beginner, I suggest Syma.

https://www.amazon.com/Syma-2-4G-Camera-Quadcopter-2-0MP/dp/B00MNG37C2/ref=sr_1_4?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1474680862&sr=1-4&keywords=syma+drone

This one: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00MNG37C2/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1452280696&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=syma&dpPl=1&dpID=31F80tz4ENL&ref=plSrch

I am just looking for a done of decent quality with a camera that has OK quality (720p is fine). Basically a drone that isn't just a kids toy from Walmart for $20. I want something with a degree of quality without being overly expensive considering that I really just wanna test the waters with drones that aren't just kids toys. What are my options? Again, I'm not trying to be a hard core drone enthusiast, I just want something to introduce me to the world of drones and test the waters without using a kids toy

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01LG40OY0/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1480549723&sr=8-3&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=drones&dpPl=1&dpID=41e1gWC82TL&ref=plSrch

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/cr/B00X9JDPYC/ref=mw_dp_cr

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00MNG37C2/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480549551&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=Drones&dpPl=1&dpID=31F80tz4ENL&ref=plSrch

http://www.target.com/p/parrot-mambo-drone-white-pf727001/-/A-51470970?ref=tgt_adv_XS000000&AFID=google_pla_df&CPNG=PLA_Electronics+Shopping&adgroup=SC_Electronics_Top%20Performers&LID=700000001170770pgs&network=g&device=m&location=9015301&gclid=CjwKEAiAjvrBBRDxm_nRusW3q1QSJAAzRI1tZ08xB7iN3QpFIvlGAxKOWTgj3-APMozbPOe8FInZ2BoCaffw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

Looking for a first drone with a camera. Camera quality isn't super important to me ..

Hey buddy! Okay I have a super easy solution, and it happens to be the most practical and money-conscious thing to do:

Buy yourself a toy-quality quad. Either a Hubsan or a Syma. They've got good range, good hover time, fully functional, and have a camera. You can crash both of them repeatedly, and you'll learn everything you need to. Then, it'll make your next decision super easy. You'll know all the pros and cons yourself.

You want one of these cheapo quads to get all the bad habits out of the way before investing and spending money

If you have never flown before this is an excellent choice - https://www.amazon.com/Syma-Channel-2-4GHz-Explorers-Copter/dp/B00MNG37C2/ It doesn't cost much, you can hammer it into the ground and objects and it keeps asking for more. Nothing about it is particularly exciting, but it gives you a great intro to the hobby. Extra batteries and charger are a must.

https://www.amazon.com/Syma-2-4G-Camera-Quadcopter-2-0MP/dp/B00MNG37C2/ref=sr_1_1/163-1494121-9047327?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1480037058&sr=1-1

Ive heard that this a good drone. I would get some extra battery's.

You should start with a Syma x5c-1 or a hubsan x4 to start out with. They are about $50 and you will want to crash those when you are starting out. Crashing your 250 will get expensive quick. After you get about a month or so of stick time, then start looking into your 250 build. If you want, hubsan also makes an fpv version which is super fun to fly, but its around $100. Let me know if you have questions!

Syma

Hubsan

FPV Hubsan

"It's so tiny, users don't have to register it with the FAA."

Hardly any toy drones need to be registered. .55 pounds is a lot.

For example, here is a much larger unit, 1 X 1 foot. .3 oz, HD camera.
http://www.amazon.com/Syma-Explorers-6-Axis-Quadcopter-Camera/dp/B00MNG37C2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1451909578&sr=8-1&keywords=quadricopter

Wow, es un poco caro.


Con 163 dólares te podes comprar 3 de estos o uno de este.

is this it?

Yup! Glad you asked. In this subreddit, everyone loves the good ol' Syma X5C at $45. It has a camera, but (sigh) almost every single drone now days has a cheap camera on it. Anyway, cameras usually don't matter on drones this size. Speaking of size, it's not a small or huge drone. I believe it's about a foot in width and length. The Syma X5 is the most popular drone on Amazon for a reason. If you want to have even more fun flying it, I suggest you buy some extra batteries. This is a great drone to get.

https://www.amazon.com/Syma-2-4G-Camera-Quadcopter-2-0MP/dp/B00MNG37C2

I second u/cessnawings on purchasing a DJI Phantom 3 if you want him to be able to use it right away to shoot imagery. It's pricier but there have been some great deals lately as the next generation stuff is coming out. There was a black Friday deal for $300.

I'm in the same boat and ended up getting a toy drone to learn how to fly before I level up. I got myself the Syma X5C for Xmas. It was ~$60 including 2 extra batteries. He won't be able to use it to shoot quality imagery but it's a fun way to learn!

I own a Syma X5C-1(I paid $40 but OMG they're $60 now), Cheerson cx-10($20), and a Blade Inductrix($70).

The Inductrix is the best indoors (very small, quiet, and very maneuverable), and the X5C is best outdoors. Both are very easy to fly, but they do take some practice. I am an experienced RC plane pilot and it took me about 1 to 2 hours of stick time to get the hang of the quads. Getting extra batteries speeds up the learning process a lot.

BTW, the cx-10 likes to go full throttle and hide under furniture so I hates it quite a bit.

Honestly, I can't see the target market for this knowing or caring enough to actually do it. Then you're back in the same place, it's going to be followed by the people who are likely not to cause the problems in the first place.

You can buy a decent drone for $60 on amazon. The battery life is short but it flies great. You'll never need anything more unless you plan on taking professional video, in that case you're looking at $1000+ for a decent setup with goggles.

I just got the Syma 5XC from Amazon. For $50, it feels like the perfect learning drone. Stability is harder than I imagined, but with this drone I've learned to pilot it pretty well now.

They are really fun. I definitely recommend it as a hobby, though I will echo sentiments that you're likely to frequently encounter when researching: "It can be an addictive - and an increasingly expensive habit to feed".

Just a quick note on learning on a cheaper one... There's a huge gap between the lower end cheap ones and higher end ones in terms of how you fly them. It's kinda of counter intuitive, but learning to fly one of the <$100 won't really translate too much to flying a $500+ one (like a DJI Phantom or the sort). The cheaper ones are much more difficult to fly, in that they don't auto hoover, aren't really stabilized and are just generally more erratic. This all said, I still definitely recommend learning on a <$100 before moving on - if not for anything more than just learning the basic principals and to learn if you really like the hobby as much as you think you would (A lot of people invest big up front and then leave it in the closet after 2-3 flights).

I started with really small 'nano' ones... Something like this. I can't speak to latest and greatest in terms of this model, but people really like Hubsans and their parts can be found cheaply on eBay and the sort. These are fun because you can relatively safely fly them inside, where conditions are more easily controlled. Be careful: they still hurt/injure if you or an animal gets whacked and they can still may do some damage to something like a TV if crashed just right.

I later moved up to something a bit bigger like this UDI. These are fun in that you can fly them outside more easily than the nano ones.. This said, it still has to be 100% calm when you're flying these - they are extremely light and will get carried off (and often deposited 50ft into a tree) in the blink of an eye. These often do cool things like "flip" and also have some basic "Return to Home" functionality (though nothing like what you will see called 'RTH' on something like a Phantom).

Similar to the UDI one, this model is also very popular with people getting started. If you read around quad forums, you will frequently see Syma mentioned as a good getting started brand. As with the others, new motors, additional blades, additional batteries and the sort can be found cheaply on eBay and Amazon...

Much beyond this and you're looking at dropping ~$300-$500 to get a noticeable change in the kind of aircraft you're buying... There are some racers that you can get started with for <$300-500 (Eachine) that seem neat and are popular - but they're generally considered 'advanced' in terms of flying in that they don't often auto hoover or auto stabilize, so you are required to constantly control all aspects of flight at all times. If 'getting a stable picture or video' factors into your desire of ownership, then these aren't likely to fulfill the want as there's often a lot of movement and vibration at play... People really like using these racing ones with First Person Viewer (FPV) goggles - so that you're essentially riding a rollercoaster in the air and off the tracks :D Note of caution when moving into these sorts of quads: These aren't toys and they can do VERY serious injury of not handled properly (high RPM carbon blades smacking you in the face might just remove your 'ability to see' superpower... I won't go into the possibility accidental decapitation).

For me, as someone who's using mine as more of an extension to my photography hobby than I am anything, DJI makes some quality aircraft for the purpose of capturing pretty videos and pictures... Their aircraft are also the easiest to fly of any that I've personally had hands on experience with... Like the last 'category', these aren't really toys - though I'd also say that these aren't 'as dangerous' as the previous category in that they do somewhat fly themselves (and often actively avoid hitting things if they can see them) - though you can certain still do some damage/injurty. Currently, on the DJI front, I own a Phantom 3 Pro and a Mavic Pro. Since newer models have come out, you can get a Phantom 3 Standard for ~$400, which is an exceptional value imho. Phantom 3 Pros can be had for ~$600, which gets you about double the flight distance, 4K recording, 720 First Person View Live Feed to the controller, and more rapid charging compared to the standard (worth the extra $$$ in my opinion). The Phantom series are quite bulky and so somewhat difficult to carry with when traveling - enter the Mavic Pro, which is collapsable and so the whole carry package is about the same size as a DSLR bag. The Mavic Pro is going to set you back $1200-1500 (just like was the case for the Phantom 3 series before the Mavic and the 4 came out).

Anywhos... Hope this helps... It really is a fun hobby - at any of the mentioned price points... Way I figure it, there's very little risk in trying out an entry level one - you're in ~$30, which you're more than likely to get your money's worth out of even if you decide to not pursue the hobby further into more advanced ones. Heck, even with my fancy ones, I still break my pico out from time to time as a form of procrastination in my office :)

Forget the $20 savings. It could also be a total waste of if it doesn't work. I've looked more into this FY326... and it looks like in early 2015 it had very solid and long range electronics. But that has been switched to a cheaper and unreliable radio system in newer versions. Does not seem worth the risk.

Plus it looks like it's only $10-$15 more for the X5c (at least on amazon). Syma x5C $41:

• http://www.amazon.com/SYMA-Explorers-6-Axis-Quadcopter-Camera/dp/B00MNG37C2/
  
  If cost is that much of an issue...
  
  The Syma X11 is similar in size to the Hubsan x4 for $25. Same batteries as the classic Hubsan x4:
  
  
• http://www.amazon.com/SYMA-Syma-X11-Quadcopter-Red/dp/B00L4OLA7I/
  
  Or $35 for the classic Hubsan x4 with a bit more durability than the X11:
  
  
• http://www.amazon.com/Hubsan-H107L-Channel-2-4GHz-Quadcopter/dp/B00IZC6C8E/
  
  
  When only $20 more gets you a known quality unit don't skimp. OH! Don't forget extra batteries and props when ordering whichever you go with. The flight time on these things is 5-7 minutes per charge. If traveling to a park to fly, you'll want a handful of pre charged batteries.
  
  
• Hubsan x4 / Syma x11 batteries - http://www.amazon.com/Combo-Tenergy-charger-Lithium-batteries/dp/B00YTBERUA/
  
• Syma x5c/x5sw / FY326 batteries - http://www.amazon.com/Combo-Tenergy-5---1-batteries/dp/B00YVT0AE2/
  

Ahh interesting - this is the one you're talking about?

Get this!

SYMA X5C 4 Channel 2.4GHz RC Explorers Quad Copter w/ Camera https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MNG37C2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_FYa0BbZA28Y5X

I did a lot of research before buying it, for my son. It’s got all the right stuff for the right price. Don’t buy the upgrade, this one is the best flyer and durable, cheap replacement parts.

I am a UAV professional

These below? The price is mind blowingly cheap, having been bombarded with ads for DJI and others, I expected at least a couple hundreds.

Do you live stream video or fly like an RC view? The OP video seems to require first person for that course.

Inductrix - https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01342CJS6/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1487049842&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=horizon+inductrix&dpPl=1&dpID=41A97VH04mL&ref=plSrch
Syma - https://www.amazon.com/Syma-Quadcopter-equipped-cameras-2-4G/dp/B00MNG37C2

I used something like this to get the hang of flying and to be able to practice indoors: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MNG37C2?keywords=syma%20x5c&qid=1457981447&ref_=sr_1_4&s=toys-and-games&sr=1-4

It is cheap enough that a crash won't be too devastating and it is actually really durable - I have had countless crashes with no damage other than scuffing up the body.

I have never used one of these, but they are commonly recommended for beginners who want to try a drone with First Person View: http://www.amazon.com/Hubsan-Quadcopter-FPV-Camera-Toy/dp/B00GSNWB5K/ref=as_li_bk_ia/?tag=rccrunch-20&linkId=e522285040ac3b30a050de062892e974&linkCode=kia

Let me know if you have any questions and good luck getting started! Drone flying and photography is a blast!

Big & Slow vs Small & Fast

https://smile.amazon.com/SYMA-Drone-Camera-Exclusive-Quadcopter/dp/B00MNG37C2/

https://smile.amazon.com/Cheerwing-X5SW-V3-2-4Ghz-Headless-Quadcopter/dp/B011JV9GN0/

https://smile.amazon.com/Hubsan-H107L-Royal-Propeller-Protection/dp/B00LCLKAE2/

https://smile.amazon.com/Hubsan-Channel-2-4GHz-Copter-Camera/dp/B00EXBDWZC/

opps I had the wrong model, they are all so similar and Im new to this

http://www.amazon.com/SYMA-Explorers-6-Axis-Quadcopter-Camera/dp/B00MNG37C2

Depends on what you want. You can get a Syma for under $50 and the batteries are cheap. I would do that for practice so you know how to manually fly. It's very agile/nimble, and fun to fly. The camera isn't terrible but nothing to write home about. Phantom 3 Standard starts at ~$450, that's what I have. But if you can afford it I would leap to the Advanced, and even more money is the professional. I plan to get that next year. I started with the Standard so I could get accessories, more batteries, a case, etc.