DJI Phantom II Ver 2.0

What's New for Version 2.0?

Redesigned Radio Controller
The radio controller (more commonly known as a transmitter in RC lingo) has been updated with some notable additions:

• Left Dial: Use this to operate the tilt function of a Zenmuse gimbal
• Trainer Port: Connect the remote control to the computer to run a simulation application
• Throttle Lock: Pull down the throttle stick to descend; the stick will lock into place and the aircraft will descend steadily. Push the throttle stick upward to release throttle lock
• LED Battery Indicator: Foregoing AAs, the transmitter now runs on a built-in LiPo battery. Four LEDs on the front tell you how much charge is left
• Micro-USB Port: Use the micro-USB port to recharge the built-in battery. The LED indicators will display charging status as the battery tops up

New 2312 / 960 KV Motors
The new motors features a stator winding structure for a neater designed and improved heat dissipation. The new motors offer:

• Up to 200g per axis more thrust than the previous design
• The single wire stator design improves motor efficiency and its ability to withstand a larger current
• New bearings, with a higher durability and ability to withstand greater impacts, are used to avoid damage in the event of an accident
• New insulation coating powder is used to improve the stator voltage capacity, helping extend the working life and stability of the motor
• A new ESC (electronic speed controller) - ESC v2.0 - is used to ensure the efficiency improvements of the motors are maximized

Updates Self-Tightening Props - Model 9450 Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) have been applied to the prop redesign, providing them with increased thrust and better efficiency.
Combined with the new motors, up to 200g per axis of thrust has been achieved - especially beneficial when flying with a heavy payload.
Improved Compass. The compass is now encased in a protective shell, and features added protection against static interference

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1088688-REG/dji_cp_pt_000083r_phantom_2_copter_with.html

Unedited sample footage from this last review Vitaly posted looks a lot better than the 'real world inspire one footage' video above and is somewhat encouraging as in general the camera looks to be the weak spot of the system. Looking forward to flying one of these.

Good article about necessary gear and using Phantom 2

http://alaskavideoshooter.com/a-drone-for-all-seasons-dji-phantom-2-tips-for-aerial-filmmaking-gold/

Yuneec Q500 Typhoon

Solo drone