6. Leme Beach, Rio de Janeiro
Possible Drone Used: Autel Robotics Evo
Where to Buy: Amazon
Cost: $1,330*
It’s hard to tell what this picture even is. It looks like some kind of retro art print pulled out of a ‘60s office on Wall Street, but it’s actually much cleverer than that. This picture is of Leme Beach, a cute little spot close to Copacabana Beach in Rio De Janeiro.
To get a shot like this you need a drone with great stability, much like the Autel Robotics Evo. This photo relies on the different patterns and lines to work, so no drone unable to steady itself would do. It’s go big or go home with this one.
Autel Drones might have parts made in China, but the majority of the work and company management is done right here in America. The robotics company has its offices in Bothell, Washington. Its drones, especially the Evo line, are some of the best lithium-polymer-powered cameras on the market. They’ll go wherever you go.
7. Projects in Brooklyn, New York
Possible Drone Used: DJI Phantom 3 Pro
Where to Buy: Amazon
Cost: $999*
The DJI Phantom 3 Professional was at the top of its game when it hit the market a few years ago. While drone tech has developed a little since then, it’s still a high-quality machine capable of taking shots like this. This picture is of the projects in Brooklyn, New York.
If you’re not a native New Yorker then you’ve still heard of the projects, but few ever really get to see what the area looks like from up top. This clear-as-day view gives viewers an insight into the strangely shaped buildings – and just how populated the public housing really is.
In the Marcy Houses alone, there are 4,286 residents. Brownsville houses 25,000 people. Fun (if not amazing) fact: rapper Jay Z grew up in the Marcy Projects. After he became a rap billionaire, he turned around and bought a 1.5% ownership stake in the same projects he grew up in.