# Amphibious Camera Drones The HexH2O Drone Can Float On Water and Snap Underwater Images By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-12-29 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hexh2o References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/hexh20-amphibious-drone/35347/) & [quadh2o](http://www.quadh2o.com/) The HexH2O is a [camera-toting drone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-1) that can shoot both underwater and aerial footage. This drone is capable of floating by virtue of its epoxy fiber/carbon fiber waterproof body. This means it is capable of landing on calm bodies of water and taking underwater shots before taking off. The drone has a fairly long flight time of 25 minutes on a full charge when using the recommended dual 6,500 mAh lithium-polymer batteries. A fully assembled HexH2O can be yours for $3,658 plus shipping, and includes a remote control unit, although you'll have to get your own [GoPro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hero-10-black-bones) and batteries. However you can save some money if you purchase the DIY kit, which includes all the primary body components and electronics for $895. Pre-orders can be put in place in early 2015, with shipping set to commence in late January/early February. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/robots) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Amphibious Camera Drones:** Opportunities exist to develop versatile drones that can shoot both underwater and aerial footage. - **Waterproof Drones:** Developing waterproof bodies for drones can result in new underwater photography and videography options for consumers. - **DIY Drone Kits:** More economical options for consumers exist in the form of DIY drone kits inclusive of all primary body components and electronics. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Photography and Videography:** Amphibious drones that can capture footage both underwater and in the air are changing the photography and videography industries. - **Consumer Electronics:** Waterproof drone technology is disruptive in the consumer electronics industry, providing new options for consumers to capture and share photos and videos. - **DIY Hobbies:** The availability of DIY drone kits presents tangible opportunities for hobbyists to explore drone technology and create their own unique devices on a budget. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lightweight Waterproof Drone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoverair-aqua.md) - [4K-Enabled Underwater Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4kenabled-underwater-drone.md) - [Modular Self-Flying Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoverair-x1-pro.md) - [Self-Stabilizing Photography Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoverair-x1-selfflying-camera.md) - [Hovering Selfie Drone Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camera-x1.md) - [Multi-Mode Camera Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multimode-camera-drones.md) - [Amphibious VTOL Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amphibious-vtol-drones.md) - [Multitasking Underwater Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multitasking-underwater-drone.md) - [Hazardous Weather-Ready Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tf-g1.md)