Drones & Quadcopters
Shopping for Drones? Discover camera drones to capture incredible aerial content or dash through the sky in first person with an FPV drone!
Great Value Camera Drones With Amazing Image Quality
Whether you're aiming for exceptional image quality for professional-grade photography with models like the Potensic Atom 2, or seeking the dynamic, immersive experience of FPV drones with agile options like the Aquila16 FPV drone, we have you covered. Discover our amazing drone range featuring top drone brands and great prices at Hobbies Direct
Best Camera Drones For Beginners
Buying a camera drone can be daunting, but the new Potensic ATOM 2 camera drone range makes taking your first flight and taking your first videos and photos easy. As a first time drone flyer I was amazed at how easy it was to fly and understand the basic controls. In addition to ease of use, the videos and instruction manuals from Potensic were clear and easy to understand. In addition, battery life, lense quality and video quality, plus features like subject following etc as as good if not better than drones costing significantly more.
Drone Support, Spare Parts and Servicing
Full Australian support. The team at Hobbies Direct carry a full range of spare parts and have a dedicated service team. We're here to answer any questions and we're enthusiasts about all things camera drone, FPV and RC related.
FAQs for Drones
If it weighs over 250g, yes — register with CASA (it's free). Fly below 120m, keep line of sight and stay at least 5.5km from airports. Drones under 250g don't need registration for recreational flying.
Camera drones are for aerial photography and video — they fly themselves with GPS and return-to-home. FPV drones are for fast, hands-on flying through goggles. They're completely different hobbies.
Basic camera drones start around $300-500. Mid-range options run $700-1,500. FPV drone kits start from about $200 for a budget bind-and-fly setup, going up to $600+ for a race-ready quad.
Yes, FPV is legal for recreational use. You need a spotter who keeps line of sight while you wear the goggles. Same CASA rules apply — below 120m, away from airports and people.