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HS510 is one of Holy Stone’s most advanced consumer drones. It is packed with super-cool features that make flying it easy and fun. It is a prime choice for anyone that loves compact and lightweight drones that are easy to transport. Here are the key features that set the HS510 apart from other mini drones in the market;
Why You Should Choose Holy Stone Drones
Holystone is a pretty popular brand, preferred by many drone enthusiasts for their low-cost consumer drones. They are almost unbeatable when it comes to making high-quality small and lightweight drones with superior functionality. In terms of excellent value for money, Holystone comes second to none.
Accessories choice
Most Holystone drones come with a load of accessories, hence their excellent value for money. The HS510, for instance, comes with a cute carrying case that makes it travel-friendly, 4 spare propellers, 1 charger hub, 1 user manual, a USB charging cable, and 1 screwdriver.
Construction
Holy Stone HS510 is made with rugged ABS plastic that is prone to withstanding damage
The HS510, like all the other Holy Stone drones, has a rugged build that can hold up well to frequent use and occasional crashes during flight, and here’s why;
Materials
The HS510 looks and feels premium because of the materials used to make it. It is made with rugged ABS plastic that offers solid durability. You wouldn’t lose the drone to occasional crashes because of the tough casing.
Controls
The drone comes with a remote control that has a minimalistic design. The remote controller is intuitive; even a newbie can figure it out in no time. It also has GPS modules that obtain accurate location data, which helps keep the drone balanced throughout a flight mission. With these modules, you don’t have to control the drone’s stability manually.
Propellers
The HS510 features brushless motors which propel it to fly faster and steadily in windy conditions. Brushless motors are better than brushed motors because they last longer are more powerful and efficient. Plus, they propel the drone to hover better and fly smoothly. Included in the package are 4 spare propellers, which make the unit a worthy buy.
Dimensions and weight
Holystone HS510 is a fairly compact device that weighs less than 250 g
The HS510 has a small and lightweight yet robust build. It weighs less than 250g, thus the ultimate drone for anyone looking to fly it in the US, UK, or Canada. These countries have a law that requires drone pilots to register drones Trusted Source How to Register Your Drone Register your drone at FAA DroneZone either under part 107 or the Exception for Recreational Flyers. If you are not sure what kind of a drone flyer you are, check out our User Identification Tool or visit our Getting Started webpage to learn more. www.faa.gov that weigh more than 250g if it’s for personal use. If you intend to use the drone for commercial purposes, then you have to register it as well.
Performance
The HS510 performs quite well compared to others within its range, thanks to its impressive features. Here is the drone’s performance breakdown;
Ease of use
Thanks to the intuitive remote controller and the Holy Stone mobile app, Ophelia, using the HS510 is a breeze. If it is your first time flying a drone, you won’t have any difficulties because the drone’s default is the slowest speed setting. Once you have wrapped your head around the controls and basics of flying, you can change to full-speed settings to enjoy the drone’s full performance.
Battery life
The battery life for HS510 is 12 to 15 minutes which is not industry-leading. Since it comes with 2 batteries, you get a total flight time of 32 minutes. The drone’s 4K UHD camera consumes a lot of power hence the short battery life.
The battery has a charge time of 150 minutes, which is relatively okay as some batteries take even up to 7 hours to recharge fully.
Flight modes
The HS510 comes with multiple intelligent flight modes that make it easy and fun to fly. You need to be in an area with strong GPS signals for these flight modes to work. In areas with low GPS signals, you can rely on optical flow sensors. Here are the drone’s intelligent flight modes;
Point of interest- this allows you to lock a drone to a certain point so that it can orbit the area. It is great for taking hands-free selfies when you are on vacation or at a family and friends gathering.
You can use some modes to focus on a spot of interest and orbit around it
Tap fly- this feature allows you to draw a flight map on the app, and the drone will follow it on autopilot then come back to the original take-off point.
Follow-me- this allows you to lock the drone to follow you from behind. You can use when you need to take a video or photos on a hike or when you are riding a bike.
Automatic return home- this is a crucial safety feature. It minimized the risk of losing your drone as it ensures your drone returns to its original take-off point automatically when you lose control of it or its battery is about to die. You can activate this feature on the return to home button.
Durability and warranty
Holy Stone takes longevity seriously and it is evident with nearly all of the brand’s models. The HS510 offers excellent durability with its robust ABS casing. It is built to hold up well to frequent use and occasional hits.
The brand offers a 3-month limited warranty for the whole unit. You can return if you encounter any quality-related issues and they will give you a replacement. The same applies to the accessories that the drone comes with.
Price
The HS510 is incredibly affordable, coming in at less than 200 dollars. This makes it a perfect option for beginner drone pilots or drone hobbyists looking for a personal drone. The drone compares favorably with its peers when it comes to value for money because it is relatively cheaper yet it packs as many features as most higher-end models.
Media
Whether you need a drone for wedding photography or for taking hands-free selfies when you go on vacations, media quality should be your top consideration. The media quality is determined by the drone’s camera quality. Here is how HS510’s camera performs;
Video quality
Holystone HS510 offers 4UHD video quality at around 16 fps
The HS510 camera is pretty decent for a 200-dollar mark. It can record videos in 4K at 16fps which isn’t stellar quality but you can opt for the 2.7K at 24fps videos. The videos are not professional quality but are pretty okay for a mini drone at such a price point.
Furthermore, the camera does not come with any stabilization feature and you may notice some kind of distortion and shakiness in your videos when you fly in sub-optimal weather conditions Trusted Source Tips for Flying Your Drone in Sub-Optimal Weather Conditions The best weather for drone flying is when it is sunny, a reasonable temperature (75 degrees Fahrenheit, for example), and little to no wind. The reasons for this are simple: sunny days are beautiful, 75 degrees is simply the perfect temperature, and flying in the wind is a pain in the rear. Besides being a more enjoyable experience, there is some science to flying in mild temps. www.dummies.com . Holystone should have considered a cheap electrical stabilization feature if they found Gimbal too expensive for this budget drone.
Photo quality
The HS510 camera captures images at 8mp which is pretty great. You will be able to get clear, still images when you fly in optimal weather conditions.
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Conclusion
According to our in-depth Holy Stone HS510 review, the drone is one of the best mini drones that money can buy. Beginner drone pilots and drone hobbyists can make the most out of it. It’s media quality and flight time are not industry leading, but they are sufficient for casual aerial photography. Moreover, you get the best value for your money with multiple incredible flight features and reliable durability at such a low price point. The bottom line is that HS510 is one of the best low budget camera drones that money can buy.
