FPV flying has evolved, and the gear that we use needs to evolve with us. Our needs are different: We are carrying larger cameras, we demand smoother flight characteristics so we can capture creamy smooth video, and we need motors that can execute maneuvers in a controlled, super silky way.
Can motors make you a better pilot? Well...no. But these motors can help you get the most from your skills.
Camera Butter Halo motorsare purpose-designed to have a torque curve, resolution and feel for butter-smooth FPV flying on a 5 or 6 -inch FPV drone. These motors are fantastic for both freestyle and cinematic flying.
These are unlike other motors that you're tried: A larger stator design and custom geometry increases low to mid throttle torque and response without sacrificing top end punch. This helps by giving you:
More throttle resolution where you need it most to smooth out your cinematic flying
More power and control in the low to medium throttle for pulling out of dives smoothly for freestyle, without giving up top end punch
More thrust for carrying larger GoPros or larger batteries (6s anyone?) confidently and efficiently
Available in 4s (2450kv) and 6s (1800kv) versions:
Titanium, hollow shaft for increased strength and reduced weight
Modern uni-bell design
7075 Aircraft aluminum
9mm bearings
~29g weight w/o wires
Solid core windings
150mm 20AWG motor wire
Precision CNC bell for improved strength and balance
I wanted something that was packable and easy to take with. Got tired of needing to pack a large radio, neck straps, and all of the needed padding to just fly my whoops when traveling. This radio is so much easier to throw in a bag and fly with. Coming from a Taranis X9D plus, the pocket is a lot lighter and easier to carry. Gimbals feel good and it’s comfortable when holding. It’s the first small radio I tried that I was able to feel comfortable with. Compared to Zorro and TX12, the Pocket feels a lot more balanced. Highly recommended as a travel or only radio if you want something light and easy to carry.
Some downsides:
1. Arming/disarming takes a bit to get used to since there are not traditional switches.
2. Even though there are 5 position switches for the trims, you can’t use the center press as a switch like Jumper
3. The case is glossy, I wish it was more textured like DJI radios for better grip.
4. The speaker makes a buzzing sound when powered on and sometimes switching things in menus.
Otherwise great radio that’s easy to fly and live with.
I flew drones yrs ago. I dabbled in all types of drones from tiny whoops to 4 inch freestyle/acro quads to cine dji. Good beginner starter bundle. Definitely worth the $.