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Yuneec Typhoon Q500 4K Drone w/ Wizard Wand - $599 @ JB Hi-Fi

720

This has to be the cheapest ever for this package.
copy pasted some From FLICKR's ad
This pack includes:
* Typhoon Q500 Drone with 4k camera and 3-axis precision gimbal
* Handheld steady grip to use on the ground with removable camera
* Remote control ground station with 5.5" touchscreen
* 2 batteries, each with 25mins flight time
* Aluminium road case with wheels
* BONUS Wizard Remote
I literally jumped on to it and bought one for myself…now i have a lot of explanation to do with the 'MINISTER FOR WAR AND FINANCE'🙃

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  • Anything like DroneDeploy for mapping work on Yuneec?

    • It's android so I'd assume most of the apps would work.

  • -1

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3lEFi3tGZ-o
    Yuneec Typhoon H Review, vs DJI Phantom 4!! (4K)

  • +1

    Amazon selling for 800 USD, good deal.

  • Average review. Seems big and bulky but potentially a great deal if you don't mind that. Given that it's less than half price you can't complain.

    http://au.pcmag.com/yuneec-typhoon-q500-4k/36324/review/yune…

    • +1

      Thanks for this. Saved me $600. :)

  • +13

    Just bought this.. I friggin hate this site.

    I don't even need it.

    • +1

      So did I, why did I open this link. Thanks OP

    • You will fun though.

      • +2

        How he fun?

  • Must resist… looks like amazing value

  • How does this compare to the Mavic

    • +4

      mavic is a lot smaller and more portable
      this is similar to phantom 3 pro size wize and specs

      great that it comes with 2 batteries
      a base station controller with 5.5" screen inbuilt
      wizard wand
      follow me and watch me
      And the steady cam

  • Thanks OP, bought.

    Looks to be a great deal. Nice features and price for a beginner such as myself.

    Cheers.

  • Agreed. Bought one.

  • +1

    Jumped on the bandwagon and bought one as well, Ive been looking into drones for while now. Looks like a good unit that comes with everything to get me started.
    Cheers

  • Thanks..brought one. Stock seems nearly finish.

  • +6

    I literally jumped on it

    So you broke it? Nice one.

  • Mavic blows it out of the water, sorry guys don’t waste your money

    • +7

      As a mavic owner myself I'm certain you're correct. However, for some people a $600 drone far outweighs a $1600 (Fly more) particularly in the case of either buying a $600 drone or never owning one. This is an excellent entry into the drone world for many people. Infact this isn't even comparable to a Mavic, it's more comparable to a P3 or P4.

      I've read the camera falls a little short compared to DJI but for $600 its definitely an excellent value for money entry into drones.

      Anyone buying please do plenty of research thats applicable to Australia. Drones are getting media coverage for the wrong reasons lately and it's only a minority who are trying to ruin it for the rest of us. Download Can I fly there app, review the applicable National parks websites for your state to ensure you're legally flying and always think first before flying in a new location.

      • @geo365 where did you see thebflynore combo for $1600??

    • I own a Mavic Pro and this is great value and much cheaper than the Mavic (Even with the super $999 special)

      This also has the ability to remove the camera and use it as a steady cam whilst hand held, which in itself is worth $300 or so (The cost of a decent smart phone hand held stabiliser)

      I have no need for it myself and I am tempted!

    • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4TfUcNnrkaw

      not really

      This one is bad because its in different seasons but they look roughly the same

      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Es2IsWrTeBE

  • +1

    I have been researching drones for about a year, was so close to buying a Mi Drone 4K in a few weeks, this one looks to have better camera functionality. Before I knew it I was hitting the checkout button on this one, just tuned out and all of a sudden I had bought it XD Thanks OP!

  • +3

    Argh, this one would just be too hard to justify to wife. I'm logging out of Ozbargain until this deal expires…

  • +1

    JB you've done it again.
    Birthday next Sunday what a perfect present to myself. Made even better as I had a $125 JB gift card doing nothing
    Thanks Op

    • +6

      Happy birthday for next weekend!

  • This is a great deal. I've had Phantoms since the P1, had the Yuneec H still be available for $750 ai would have jumped at it.

  • Thanks OP. Have been looking for an entry level drone for ages.

    • +2

      This is quite a few tiers above an entry level drone.

  • -2

    Great features and price, but the image quality of the video looks atrocious.

    • +2

      Yeah, atrocious…

      https://youtu.be/Y04VLeKQWFs?t=21m59s

      You might want to have your eyes checked.

      • +1

        **** you might want to have your eyes checked
        https://youtu.be/Y04VLeKQWFs?t=22m24s

        • Scratch up on what youtube compression artifacting is.

          https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r6Rp-uo6HmI

          You won't find a single video showing splashing water on youtube that doesn't do that. Notice how when you change from 1080p to 1440p/4K, the compression artifacts go away significantly, but not completely? Welcome to digital video compression and the relationship between streaming (not source) bitrate and image quality.

        • +2

          @c0balt: it was a joke you said "you might want to have your eyes checked" and the dogs eyes had one blue and one brown (don't really need to get yours eyes checked - it just not very common)

          Don't need to tell me about bitrate compression i have the p4p

  • +1

    This site… I almost bought it but resisted. No doubt its the best price around compare to other sites. Best for now.

    I've been researching but this is one of those days I have to hold back on this really good bargain. Let me know how you guys like it.

  • +2

    Another review. Love the vests at the end
    https://youtu.be/s-2tfY10AC8

  • Although some higher specs, I would think this closer to phantom 3 standard in value as p3 is considered high quality and similar pricing.

  • "MINISTER FOR WAR AND FINANCE" Love it. Using that, when I get a minister :)

  • I've been looking for a simple plug and play drone for work that first timers can fly and doesn't require a million accessories to get up and running. This fits the bill nicely. Thanks OP.

  • Trying to resist…

  • Great deal but too bulky for taking overseas holiday, when I normally use my cameras. I am guessing the next gen drones are going have same features but smaller.

    Check this space in 12 months time.

    • dji SPARK/mavic pro

    • Be careful when taking drones overseas. Check with each country on their drone laws.

      We are currently in Thailand and was told you cannot bring a drone into the country. Our driver said that he knew someone who came to Thailand, was told he had to leave the drone at the airport and was given a ticket. When he went to pick it up on the way out, there was no drone!!

  • I strapped a mobile phone on my trained pigeon. Safe money.

    • +1

      Too heavy for the pigeon. You need a eagle this type of job.

      • What about 4 strapped together? Quadpigeon?

        • flying pig?

  • Looks like a nice drone apart from the camera glaring in some angles you notice the propeller shades thru the lens all in all a bargain with amount of stuff you get with it

  • Don't forget newbies to check safe places to fly

    • You must be careful with this too, just because casa says its safe to fly doesn't mean it is. Especially in a parks.vic controlled location. Use the app but it needs to combine more info to make it the absolute go to app.

  • When you add to card it says: Limit 1 per customer "Factory scoop". Does it mean it's not brand new?

    • No. There brand new

  • I purchased one of these earlier in the year. Great drone. Looking to sell it to get the spark though. Anyone interested in taking mine for 500? Only used twice.

    • +1

      Why go from something like this to the Spark?

      • I travel a lot, and would like to be able to take a drone overseas. The image quality of the Typhoon is incredible, but it doesn't offer the portability of the spark.

        • Fair enough.

    • does yours come with all the same stuff as this deal?

      • It does. It's the exact same combo. bought it from JB earlier in the year.

        • cool can you turn on your private message settings, quite interested in buying yours

  • +1

    Just about to pull the trigger. Sold out :(

    • Same :(

    • I got in just before the bell I think. There was low stock when I added to the cart, then after checkout, "Gone", few minutes later the page has gone.

      I'll be pissed if JB sold out during the checkout process.

      • Should of received a invoice if you got one

        • Yeah, got an invoice and it says "In stock" on the invoice, so fingers crossed.

        • @bootlace: What time did you place your order?

        • @blamesociety: Order confirmation came in at 3:51pm.

        • @bootlace: Hopefully JB doesn't use Dick Smith's stock management software :P

        • @blamesociety: Did you buy one? My invoice indicates they have stock, so I'm hoping the software uses some kind of temporary reservation system, a bit like Ticketek when booking seats.

        • @bootlace: Yes, I bought one at 1:13pm. I also received the invoice saying in stock. Fingers crossed.

        • @blamesociety:
          Hi xxxxxx,

          Thank you, your order has been confirmed.

          Order Details
          To: Order ID: JB7892xxxxxxxxxx
          Name. Xxxx xxxx Order Date: 2 Jul 2017

      • Update: sale went through fine. They must use a reservation system. Wizard remote arrived inside 2 business days, drone should arrive tomorrow.

  • +3

    Part of me is happy I resisted, the other part is sad I missed out :(

    • My exact thoughts!!! I was about to pull the trigger and then gone…
      I really couldn't have seen myself using it much, but looks great value and fun for those with the time.
      I have had a $30 drone for years want to upgrade, but not too much as the kids are bound to crash it, if I don't.
      Never been into selfies but those drones also look cool.

    • That's a good thing! Give it another year and the next gen will be even cheaper with better features and cameras. A drone is about the fastest depreciating toy you can buy these days haha.

  • Hi,
    How this compare to the Xero I purchased yesterday? Can anyone experienced or otherwise comment please.

    • I would like to know as well as I bought the Xiro too.

    • +1

      I contemplated the Xiro before checking out footage from them online. The Q500 looks to be much higher quality and intended more for photo & video, whereas the Xiro is a fun drone with a camera in it too - more of a play thing than a tool. The Xiro is smaller, easier to "just have" with you against the bulky Q500.

      The Q500 has a better controller with built in screen, better dynamic range, 120fps @HD with 30fps @UHD/4k. Plus the camera & gimbal can be removed to be used on the ground for stable shots. It's two to three times dearer than the Xiro too (depending on where you buy it).

      I haven't used either drone, though I bought a Q500 today from the deal because it was the perfect balance of great price + usable quality footage for video work.

      TLDR; Q500 = more professional & better quality footage.

  • +3

    I've been using a Q500 4k for a few years now ( paid around $1800 for it ) and its a very nice drone. I have a Mavic Pro also so my 2c is

    Mavic is so much smaller and compact and is an amazing drone ( stable for its size ) BUT does require addition of a Phone or Android device so the overall cost is a lot more.

    Yuneec 4K - Large and very stable due to its extra size. Everything you need is there. No Need to have to hook up your phone to the controller, But the controller is quite big also. Also has a more natural mode you can switch on so it moves in the direction you move the stick regardless of the orientation.

    Image quality - had issues with both. Mavic image quality was pretty crap until a few firmware updates and various resets. Also need to tap focus on the mavic ( if you forget you get a crap result ). Yuneec 4K autofocus - edges of image can be a bit soft.

    Yuneec defintely not entry level - it is a very capable drone/camera

    • Thanks for info

  • Guys enjoy your new toy and dont curse me when the better half says you are worse.

    By the way, Anyone got their shipping details yet?🤔.

    • nothing yet for me.

      • we should get the tracking details tomorrow..from my past jbhifi buying experience…
        Last time i ordered a delonghi air fryer the box was pretty bashed on one corner..not sure whether it's JBHIFI or TOLL.

        Fingers crossed.😓

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