Yuneec Typhoon 4K (Q500)

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Apr, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 164 reviews of Yuneec Typhoon 4K (Q500). The average rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. People are impressed by the image quality and price. The portability and reliability also get good feedback. There are some mixed comments about the battery, while some have doubts about the durability and design.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 2 user reviews of Yuneec Typhoon 4K (Q500) from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. People really like the image quality and size. The price and usability also get good comments. Many are critical about the battery and durability. Views are divided on the design.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 6 user reviews of Yuneec Typhoon 4K (Q500) from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. People really like the price.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Damien McFerran (techradar.com)

Yuneec Typhoon Q500 4K review

Great image quality at a decent price – just don't crash it.

Excellent performance ; ST10+ controller is one of the best ; 4K video recording is superb

Bodywork is largely plastic ; Battery stamina is average ; Batteries take ages to charge

It may be cheaper than the competition, and lack that premium feel, but the Yuneec Typhoon Q500 4K has talent where it counts. Its 4K video capture is excellent, while the bundled ST10+ Personal Ground Station controller scores over its rivals thanks...

Oct, 2017

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Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.co.uk)

Yuneec Typhoon Q500 4K review: This drone's 4K camera can be used in the sky and on the ground

Thanks to its modular design and bundled handgrip, Yuneec's smooth-flying Typhoon Q500 4K quadcopter can capture nice aerial photos and videos and handheld shake-free shots.

The Yuneec Typhoon Q500 4K offers smooth, stable flight for grabbing photos and video from the air as well as the ground with its included handgrip. All-in-one controller with first-person-view screen and camera controls. Comes with two batteries, two...

The Typhoon Q500 4K's size isn't travel-friendly. There's no support for waypoint navigation. The overall design could use some polish. Video quality is good, but best viewed at small sizes on tablets and phones.

Thanks to some useful accessories and a solid feature set, the smooth-flying, easy-to-use Yuneec Typhoon Q500 4K quadcopter is a compelling package for video and photos in the sky or on the ground.

Nov, 2015

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Yuneec Typhoon Q500 4K

The Typhoon Q500 4K comes with a “Personal Ground Station” remote control featuring 2.4 Ghz RC (10 Channels) and 5.8 Ghz Wifi transmission. Combined with a built-in 5.5 inch touchscreen display it offers a wide feature set to control the drone. The...

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Yuneec Q500+ Typhoon 4K Quadcopter review

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The Yuneec Q500+ Typhoon 4K Quadcopter drone has a handy return-to-home feature, but our full review reveals our independent and expert verdict on whether this is the drone that's really worth buying. Our tests cover flight performance, battery life,...

Jun, 2017

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Expert review by : Rick Stella (digitaltrends.com)

Yuneec Typhoon Q500 4K review

Incredibly responsive controls ; Built-in 4K-capable camera shoots gorgeous video ; Smart modes making flying a breeze ; Strong, durable body

Long battery charge time ; Expensive

After spending roughly three weeks pushing the Q500 to its limits, we just couldn’t get enough of this impressive quadcopter. Put simply, it has just about everything you look for in a drone. With smart controls designed to ease the learning curve for...

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Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.com)

Yuneec Typhoon Q500 4K review: This drone's 4K camera can be used in the sky and on the ground

Thanks to its modular design and bundled handgrip, Yuneec's smooth-flying Typhoon Q500 4K quadcopter can capture nice aerial photos and videos and handheld shake-free shots.

Thanks to some useful accessories and a solid feature set, the smooth-flying, easy-to-use Yuneec Typhoon Q500 4K quadcopter is a compelling package for video and photos in the sky or on the ground.

Nov, 2015

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Expert review by : Jim Fisher (pcmag.com)

Yuneec Typhoon Q500 4K

The Yuneec Typhoon Q500 4K drone offers a lot of features for the price, but its video quality can be disappointing.

4K video capture. Slow motion possible at 1080p. Remote control with integrated LCD. Includes hard case and two batteries. Removable camera with handheld video mount. Very quiet during flight.

Lens is blurry at edges of frame. Automatic white balance can be inconsistent. Larger than comparable drones. Battery charger can get very hot. Camera gimbal is slow to adjust. Bulky case isn't easy to tote.

Conclusions The Yuneec Typhoon Q500 4K certainly looks good on paper. It records in 4K, offers a removable camera and handheld stabilization system, and (if you opt for the more expensive package) ships with a carrying case and extra battery. But it's...

Nov, 2015

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Expert review by : Scott Gilbertson (wired.com)

Review: Yuneec Typhoon Q500 4K

When it comes to consumer-level drones, one model rules the skies. DJI's Phantom drone, the Phantom 3 in particular, is the flying machine of choice for professional videographers, drone enthusiasts, and increasingly, mass-market consumers.

Easy to fly even for those who've never laid eyes on a drone before. Quick and easy setup. Controller includes a nice, if a little small, Android display---no need for phones or battery-draining mobile apps. Price is right

Big, heavy and slow. What makes it great for beginners makes it less great for those used to the nimbleness of other drones. The range is limited compared to similarly specced models from other manufacturers

I can recommend it, especially if you’re shopping for your first drone, or just one that’s easy to fly and has a capable, high-resolution camera. The slowness, range, and other faults are things that probably won’t bother you until you become more...

Oct, 2015

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Expert review by : Stephen (4k.com)

A Review of the Yuneec Typhoon Q500 Drone with 4k Camera

In the world of small consumer market aerial drones with photo/video capability, the competition is steadily heating up and some awesome newcomers to the market have arrived on the scene on a regular basis for the last couple of years. One of these is...

Great design ; Awesome remote control with built-in tablet ; 4K UHD video and 12 MP photos ; Lots of accessories included ; Excellent price ; Solid flyer ; Easy to learn and flip switch to return home

Slightly less agile than the Phantom 3 from DJI ; Slightly lower flight time ; Heavy battery

If you want a really awesome drone package with lots of accessories and extras for a great price, then the Yuneec Typhoon Q500 is a superb deal. It’s also a great flyer and manages some very good footage. It easy to fly and returns home by simply...

Nov, 2015

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Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.com.au)

Yuneec Typhoon Q500 4K review: This drone's 4K camera can be used in the sky and on the ground

Thanks to its modular design and bundled handgrip, Yuneec's smooth-flying Typhoon Q500 4K quadcopter can capture nice aerial photos and videos and handheld shake-free shots.

Thanks to some useful accessories and a solid feature set, the smooth-flying, easy-to-use Yuneec Typhoon Q500 4K quadcopter is a compelling package for video and photos in the sky or on the ground.

Nov, 2015

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