Capture Your World from the Ground Up

DJI Avata 2

The DJI Avata 2 is a compact, durable FPV drone perfect for real estate fly-throughs, offering smooth, immersive 4K video, tight indoor maneuverability, and built-in propeller guards for safe close-quarters flying. Its motion controls and stabilized footage make it ideal for showcasing properties with dynamic, cinematic walkthroughs.

 DJI Mavic 3 Classic,

 Drone with 4/3 CMOS Hasselblad Camera for Professionals

 5.1K HD Video, 46 Mins Flight Time, Omnidirectional Obstacle Sensing, 15km Transmission Range, Smart Return to Home.

Nikon D500 digital SLR camera

The Nikon D500, a popular crop-sensor DSLR, paired with the following lenses, creates a versatile setup for a wide range of photography styles, from landscapes to portraits. Here’s a breakdown of the camera and lens capabilities:

### Nikon D500

- **Sensor**: 20.9-megapixel APS-C (DX-format) CMOS sensor, providing excellent image quality and detail, especially for action and wildlife photography.

- **Autofocus**: 153-point autofocus system, with 99 cross-type sensors, offering fast and accurate focus tracking, ideal for capturing fast-moving subjects.

- **ISO Range**: Native ISO range of 100-51,200, expandable to 1,640,000, making it great for low-light shooting.

- **Burst Shooting**: Shoots up to 10 frames per second, perfect for sports, wildlife, and other fast-paced photography.

- **Build Quality**: Rugged magnesium alloy body with weather sealing, designed for durability and use in harsh conditions.

- **Video**: Capable of 4K UHD video recording at 30p, with Full HD options at various frame rates.

- **Connectivity**: Built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and NFC for easy sharing and remote control.

 17-50mm f/2.8 Lens

- **Versatility**: Covers a wide-to-standard focal range (equivalent to 25.5-75mm on a full-frame camera), suitable for landscapes, street photography, and casual portraits.

- **Aperture**: Constant f/2.8 aperture allows for smooth background blur and better low-light performance.

- **Portability**: Compact and light, making it easy to carry for day-to-day shooting.

50-150mm f/2.8 Lens

- **Telephoto Range**: Effective focal length of 75-225mm on the D500’s crop sensor, making it a good choice for portraits, wildlife, and event photography.

- **Aperture**: Consistent f/2.8 aperture across the range, offering smooth background separation and good performance in lower light.

- **Portrait Potential**: This lens is especially useful for isolating subjects against backgrounds, ideal for portrait shots.

35mm f/1.8 Lens

- **Prime Lens Clarity**: Fixed focal length of 35mm (about 52.5mm on a full-frame equivalent), which is very versatile and suitable for a wide range of scenes.

- **Aperture**: With an f/1.8 maximum aperture, it performs well in low light and creates excellent subject isolation.

- **Size**: Lightweight and compact, making it easy to carry around for day-to-day photography or low-light street photography.

Photography and Video

Hi, I’m Lawrence Nixon, owner and FAA-certified drone pilot at Drone VT LLC, founded in August 2023. Check out my feature in the Saint Albans Messenger! https://www.samessenger.com/news/business/with-drone-vt-local-photographer-captures-events-from-new-angles/article_692ee0b5-c8df-4233-8752-7218f1a375b6.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawLU4_hleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFPZVNxbGppZVk3cWd4blRjAR62DioL_1ByT-eusQr7yMEPBxNhXs_v14GdvWxZ5wOtLtH66B_2U_6t-BV22w_aem_O1UFPT5R-5_NfMHb_uB0bA

I specialize in aerial photography, cinematic drone video, real estate media, and candid event photography, helping businesses, homeowners, and individuals showcase their properties, events, and special moments with a creative edge.

I proudly serve Vermont and Northern New York, offering services for real estate, business promotion, lifestyle sessions, and one of my personal favorites—capturing town and city events. Whether it's a festival, parade, or community gathering, I love highlighting the energy and character of local life through my lens.

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