The Perfect Drone Settings for Aerial Real Estate Videos: Our Tried and Tested Method

If you're a real estate photographer looking to take your aerial videography to the next level, you may be wondering what settings to use for your drone. Well, look no further because we've got you covered. In this article, we'll be sharing the settings we currently use for our aerial videos at Lister Pros.

First things first, we use the DJI Mavic Air 2 drone for most of our aerial videos. It's a reliable and easy-to-use drone that captures stunning footage. Now, let's dive into the settings we use for our drone.

Video Format: We set our video format to 4K for the highest quality footage. Wide Video Mode: We turn on this mode to capture a wider view and show more of the property in the shot. HDR Video: We turn on HDR (High Dynamic Range) mode to capture more vivid and detailed colors. Frame Rate: We set our frame rate to 30 frames per second to capture smooth footage. Color: We set our color mode to normal to keep colors looking as natural as possible. Coding Format: We use H.264 coding format for the best compression and quality. White Balance: We keep our white balance set to auto to ensure colors are accurate in different lighting conditions.

Now, let's talk about our main camera settings. We like to keep our camera mode set to auto, as we've found that the automatic settings do a great job of accurately setting the proper exposure and camera settings. However, if the footage starts to look too bright or too dark, we adjust the exposure by changing the EV (Exposure Value) setting. It's a quick and easy way to make adjustments on the fly.

While we've found success with these settings in sunny Arizona, it's important to remember that what works for us may not work for you. It's always a good idea to experiment with different settings to find what works best for your location and environment. Don't be afraid to try out manual settings once you have a good grasp on drone basics.

In conclusion, using the right settings for your drone can make all the difference in the quality of your aerial videography. We hope these settings we use at Lister Pros have helped you get started. And as always, feel free to reach out if you have any questions or want to learn more about our aerial videography services. Happy flying!