Over the last few years there been many drone cameras that have been released on the market but this drone is a little different with the new self-flying “throw and shoot” product from Lily claims to re-invent the idea.
The tracking device the drone will follow you around with no need for controls. It can start shooting a new video from the moment it is thrown in the air.
“Lily is the world’s first throw-and-shoot camera. It lets anyone create cinematic footage previously reserved for professional filmmakers,” said the company.
“Lily is waterproof, ultra-portable, and shoots stunning HD pictures and videos.”
The technical specifications are as follows:
Dimensions: 26.1cm by 26.1cm by 8.18cm
Battery: Built-in lithium-ion battery, 20-minute flight time, 2-hour charge time via 5A charger
Camera: 1080p 60 fps / 720p 120 fps, FOV: 94º in H.264 codec, .mp4 file format, 12 MP photo resolution, digital gimballing, Image stabilization and Fixed focus
Waterproofing: IP67
Memory: 4GB micro SD provided, with an external memory card slot
Maximum speed: 25mph
Minimum distance from user: 1.75m
Maximum distance from user: 30m
Minimum altitude above head: 1.75m
Maximum altitude above head: 15m
A separate tracking device comes with a wrist case and is powered by a lithium-ion battery with a four-hour battery life that charges via micro USB. Lily uses an accelerometer, barometer, GPS, microphone and vibration motor. It’s now available to pre-order now at a reduced cost of $519 (£330) shipping in February 2016.
