Full Stack Creator 37: Drones, with Johnny Harris & Martin Reisch
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Nov 1, 2018 
Martin Reisch, photographer-filmmaker (safesolvent) known for striking drone imagery, and Johnny Harris, filmmaker-journalist behind Vox’s Borders, talk creative drone work. They compare drone sizes and portability. They explore low-angle cinematic moves, using drones as dollies and lights, scouting locations, signal reliability, battery tips, gear minimalism, and risks and regulation.
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From Phantom To Mavic 2 Zoom
- Tyler bought a Mavic 2 Zoom after previously owning a Phantom 4 and a Spark.
- He chose the Zoom partly because he couldn't find a Pro and liked the practicality of the Zoom's features.
Borrowing A Spark On Location
- Johnny once found a Spark on a Costa Rica beach and borrowed it to finish a shoot after his controller failed.
- The small Spark footage matched expectations and impressed him for its portability.
Tool Over Specs
- Small drones like the Spark often produce footage viewers can't easily distinguish from higher-end models.
- The main creative difference is having a drone at all versus none, not always the sensor specs.
