James Abbott
James is an award-winning freelance landscape and portrait photographer, as well as a highly experienced photography journalist working with some of the best photography magazines and websites with a worldwide audience. He’s also the author of The Digital Darkroom: The Definitive Guide to Photo Editing. www.jamesaphoto.co.uk
Latest articles by James Abbott
Ruko F11 Mini drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The Ruko F11 Mini is a budget sub-250g drone that flies well and could be a great option for learning flight controls, but image quality isn’t one of its strong points.
Best camera drones 2024: Embrace the best aerial camera technology
By James Abbott last updated
Buying guide The best camera drones come in various designs, but they all share the best image-capture capabilities. Will you snap a bargain during October Amazon Prime Day?
Best FPV drones 2024: Take the ultimate level of control
By James Abbott last updated
Experience the most unique flights possible with the best FPV drones where you can flip, roll and dive the drone. Here are our favorites.
Best drones 2024: Enjoy the most advanced drones available
By James Abbott last updated
These are the best drones on the market, camera and flight performance that will impress even the most demanding pilots and there are deals to be had this October Amazon Prime Day.
The best beginner drones 2024: Begin your drone journey with the best drone for you
By James Abbott last updated
Don't let 'beginner' put you off — the best beginner drones have impressive capabilities. The Amazon Prime Big Deals Days will likely bring about welcome price drops.
Emax Tinyhawk III Plus Freestyle RTF drone kit review
By James Abbott published
Review The Emax Tinyhawk III Plus Freestyle RTF Kit is an inexpensive introduction to FPV drones with impressive all-round performance.
DJI Mini 4K drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The DJI Mini 4K brings 4K video to an entry-level DJI drone for the first time to offer beginners a great drone at a reasonable price.
Holy Stone HS900 Sirius drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The Holy Stone HS900 adds another attractive option in the sub-250g drone category thanks to great flight performance.
Autel EVO Max 4T drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The Autel EVO Max 4T offers three cameras alongside a Laser Rangefinder and professional-level functionality making it one of the best drones available for enterprise applications.
Ruko Veeniix V11 drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The Ruko Veeniix V11 is a basic model full of promise but, unfortunately, doesn't quite deliver.
DJI Avata 2 drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The DJI Avata 2 offers an incredibly tantalizing FPV experience that can be as simple or as complicated to fly as you require.
Holy Stone HS360S drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The Holy Stone HS360S is a budget sub-250 g drone with lots to like but weak camera performance.
DJI Mini 4 Pro review
By James Abbott published
Review Hot on the heels of its predecessor, the DJI Mini 4 Pro emerges as the best sub-250g drone money can buy.
Potensic A20 Mini drone review
By James Abbott published
An indoor drone with no camera, but it provides an excellent way to develop your flight skills.
Bwine F7GB2 drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The Bwine F7GB2 is an interesting and unique drone in terms of design that flies reasonably well but photos and videos aren't great.
Holy Stone HS720R drone review
By James Abbott published
Review The Holy Stone HS720R is the first Holy Stone drone to feature a 3-axis gimbal but is let down by mediocre image quality despite reasonably good flight performance.
How to fly a drone: Three simple practice maneuvers to improve your flight skills
By James Abbott published
How to Instantly increase your confidence and improve your flying skills with a greater understanding of how drone controls work
Should I buy a cheap beginner drone to build my flight skills?
By James Abbott published
The advantages and disadvantages of buying a cheap drone to develop flight skills with recommendations for all budgets.
The best DJI drones for all budgets 2024
By James Abbott published
Gift guide Take your aerial photography and video to the next level with one of the best DJI drones available for consumers
Drones accessories Christmas gift guide
By James Abbott published
Gift guide Enhance your drone flying experience with our drone accessory holiday gift guide.
DJI Osmo Action 4 review
By James Abbott published
Review The DJI Osmo Action 4 is an impressive performer in all areas, making it an excellent choice for professional and enthusiast FPV drone video capture.
HoverAir X1 review
By James Abbott published
Review An easy-to-use and intelligent beginner drone that can be launched in seconds and offers excellent subject tracking capabilities.
Should I buy an FPV drone in the Black Friday deals?
By James Abbott published
Black Friday is undoubtedly the perfect time to buy a ready-to-fly FPV drone kit with savings almost guaranteed.
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