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# Affordable Consumer Camera Drones
'Fairy Drone' is Perfect for Newcomers to Drone Photography

By Joey Haar | Published 2018-05-21 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fairy-drone
References: [producthunt](https://www.producthunt.com/posts/fairy-drone) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1583318972/fairy-drone-the-ultraportable-full-hd-aerial-photo)

Drone photography has become a common part of the industry for professionals, but the practice has yet to trickle down to any but the most dedicated hobbyists; 'Fairy Drone' is a new tool that makes it easy for people of any experience level to get the sweeping vistas of drone photography and videography.

While the Fairy Drone can't compete with the [most advanced drones in the industry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-matrice-400), it also isn't designed to. Top tier drones cost far more than most consumers with a passing interest would be willing to spend, so at $99, the Fairy Drone's biggest value proposition is its accessibility.

That said, the Fairy still packs plenty of power and usability. It has [easy flying controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aeroleap), a 1080p FHD camera, [automatic tracking](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/action-5-pro), motion control, and a 16-minute fly time.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 6.3/10
- Popularity: 84% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Consumer Drone Photography:** The rise of affordable consumer-friendly drones creates opportunities for businesses to offer photography and videography services.
- **Compact Drone Technology:** A surge in demand for compact and portable drones is driving innovation in drone technology in the direction of miniaturization, which presents opportunities for manufacturers and drone suppliers.
- **Automated Drone Controls:** As drone capabilities and controls become increasingly automated, businesses have opportunities to develop new applications of drone technology for use in areas such as logistics, delivery, and surveillance.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Photography:** The trend of affordable consumer camera drones presents opportunities for photography businesses to offer aerial photography and videography services for events such as weddings and real estate listings.
- **Consumer Electronics:** The growth of affordable consumer drones presents opportunities for manufacturers of consumer electronics to create smaller and more user-friendly drones that appeal to a wider consumer base.
- **Logistics and Delivery:** As drone technology develops automated controls, there will be opportunities for logistics and delivery companies to use drones for delivery to remote and hard-to-reach locations.

## Related on Trend Hunter

- [Compact Budget-Friendly Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-3.md)
- [Affordable High-Quality Camera Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mavic-3-classic.md)
- [Social Media Video Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snap-pixy.md)
- [Multi-Mode Camera Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multimode-camera-drones.md)
- [Foldable Lightweight Photography Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-mini-3-pro.md)
- [Entry-Level Photography Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-mini-2-se.md)
- [Modular Self-Flying Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoverair-x1-pro.md)
- [Foldable Camera Drone Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-1.md)
- [Hovering Selfie Drone Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camera-x1.md)