At Yeah Drones, we’ve been flying FPV since before it was the shiny new toy on every director’s wishlist. Back when goggles were glitchy, frames were DIY, and crashing meant hours of soldering, we were hooked not just on the thrill, but on the potential.
Now? FPV is one of the most exciting tools in modern cinematography and it's no longer a fringe technique. It's a cinematic powerhouse, and it’s transforming how we tell stories on screen.
What Makes FPV Different
First-person view (FPV) drone cinematography isn’t about smooth, floaty shots from high above. It’s about raw, immersive motion, flying through the action instead of around it. With FPV goggles on, the pilot becomes the camera. That’s what gives the footage its energy, urgency, and edge.
Whether we’re racing down a cliffside during a concert, zipping between subjects in a single unbroken take for a commercial, or weaving through dense urban environments for a doc, FPV delivers something no other camera system can: the feeling of presence.
From Scrappy Builds to Cinema-Grade Shoots
When we first got into FPV, we were building our own rigs and strapping GoPros on top. It was guerilla-style and experimental but the results were unlike anything we’d ever seen.
Today, we’ve dialed things in. Our team still custom-builds our FPV drones, but we now fly cinema-quality payloads (like RED Komodo and Blackmagic cameras) with clean, color-gradeable footage that matches seamlessly into high-end productions. We’ve brought FPV into:
National commercials for lifestyle and tech brands
Documentary storytelling, where immersive motion amplifies emotional impact
Live concert and festival coverage, with aerials that dance with the music
Why Clients Keep Coming Back for FPV
It’s not just about the cool factor (though, let’s be honest, it’s very cool). FPV unlocks shots you can’t get any other way. That low swoop through a car window, the whip-around a performer mid-set, the impossible dive into an industrial maze… it’s not just spectacle... it’s visceral, dynamic storytelling.
But what makes it work on set is experience. At Yeah Drones, we bring more than great flying. We bring:
Creative coordination with DPs, directors, and editors
Pre-vis and rehearsal tools to plan complex choreography
On-site problem solving to adapt to real-world chaos
The Future Is FPV—and It’s Already Here
What used to be a niche is now a must-have. As drones get lighter, smarter, and more cinematic, FPV will keep pushing boundaries—and we’re here for all of it.
If you’re ready to bring adrenaline, elegance, and energy to your next project, let’s fly.
👉 Reach out to Yeah Drones and let’s talk FPV.
randy@yeahdrones.com