Ruko F11GIM Review
Drones have become increasingly popular in recent years, with many companies introducing innovative and advanced features to capture the attention of drone enthusiasts. As someone who loves capturing aerial footage, I was excited to try out the Ruko F11GIM drone.
I read about its impressive camera quality, stable flight performance, and battery life. So, I decided to put it to the test and see if it lived up to the hype.
Credit to Ruko
But before we talk about its features, what comes in the box of the Ruko F11GIM? Inside the box, we can find:
- Ruko F11GIM drone
- Remote controller
- Carrying shell case
- 2x Batteries
- Battery charger
- Spare propeller blades x4
- Extra screws
- USB type-c cable
- User Manual
The Ruko F11 comes with a controller that is easy to use and has a comfortable grip, the remote is very responsive and makes controlling the drone easy. You are also able to have your phone on the remote to see the drone’s view.
In this blog, we review the Ruko F11GIM specifications, features, modes, camera, and an overall view of this drone to give you great helpful information about it.
Pros
≫ Comes with a 4K cam
≫ Comes with 2 batteries
≫ Can fly as far as 1500 m (4900 ft)
≫ Good for beginners and experienced users
≫ GPS system
≫ Durable design
Cons
≫ Stabilization is not great
≫ Can have some connectivity problems sometimes
Video and Flight
The Ruko F11GIM drone is a fantastic drone that is perfect for capturing breathtaking aerial footage. It’s easy to control and has a good range, making it possible to capture shots from a distance. The drone’s pretty smooth flying makes it easier to get stable shots.
The Ruko F11GIM comes with a 4K video camera that delivers high-quality footage with vibrant colors and sharp details. The camera is mounted on a 2-axis gimbal, which helps to stabilize the camera during flight, resulting in smooth and steady footage. Additionally, the camera has a wide-angle lens with an adjustable 80° angle to 100º FOV, allowing you to capture more of your surroundings.
One of the things I love most about the Ruko F11GIM is its flight performance. The F11 is easy to fly and stable in the air, even in pretty windy conditions, it also comes with GPS and optical flow positioning system. Additionally, the Ruko F11GIM has a maximum flight range of 1500 meters (4900 ft), which gives you plenty of range to explore and capture footage.
Real-time transmission is another function of the drone that enables you to view the live video stream right on your smartphone with 5G WiFi FPV technology.
≫ Flying Time: 28 minutes
≫ Uses 11.1V 2500 mAh batteries
≫ Operating Temperature: -10º to 40º Cº
≫ Weight: 560 g (1.2 lbs)
≫ Dimensions: 45 × 40 × 8 cm
≫ Maximum flight distance: 1500m (4921 ft)
≫ Video 4K: 3840×2160
≫ SD card up to 128 GB
≫ FOV: 80º – 100°
≫ 5G WiFi Transmission
≫ Max Wind Speed Resistance: 25 m/s (Level 6)
≫ Max Speed: 12 m/s
Battery
As for the battery, the Ruko F11GIM comes with 2 rechargeable 2500 mAh batteries which you can charge with the USB Battery Charger, which can last about 30 min each, it takes about 1:30 hours to charge the battery.
The battery life of the Ruko F11GIM drone is almost the same as the Ruko F11 just being a little worse, but the battery offers more than enough time to capture some stunning aerial footage or enjoy a fun flying experience without worrying about the battery life before the low battery warning starts flashing.
The Ruko F11GIM drone comes with 2 batteries, if you plan on recording for a long time you quickly switch to the 2n battery and keep recording whenever the first one runs out.
Design
The Ruko F11GIM has a simple modern design, it is well built with durable plastics that feel pretty resistant, and it has a nice grey color. The F11 is lightweight and foldable, making it very easy to take with you wherever you go.
The dimensions of the Ruko F11 are 45 × 40 × 8 cm (17.7 x 15.9 x 3.15 in) when unfolded, when folded it measured 18 × 10 × 8 cm (7.4 x 4.1 x 3.15 in). It weighs 560g (1.2 lbs).
The Ruko F11GIM comes with 4 replaceable propellers, on the front we can see the camera that is mounted on the underside of the drone. It also comes with an adjustable 100-degree wide-angle lens, which is perfect for capturing panoramic views.
Modes and Features
The Ruko F11GIM comes with many modes and features to make flying easier and more fun.
GPS Flight: The drone comes equipped with a GPS system that helps with stable flight and positioning. This feature is especially useful for beginners as it helps with orientation and reduces the risk of crashes.
Follow Me Mode: In this mode, the drone automatically follows you and keeps the camera locked on you.
- Gesture Shooting: The Ruko drone can capture your gestures and take pictures or videos.
- Point of Interest: By pressing the automatical circle fly button you can set the desired radius, and the drone will automatically fly in a circular path around a designated point, allowing you to capture 360° footage without any blind spots.
- Intelligent Safe Return: In case of losing your drone, the app records the last known position of the drone and displays it on a map. So, you can easily track and locate your drone with the help of the app map.
- Waypoint flight: Users can pre-program the drone to fly along a specific path or route, this feature allows you to set up to 16 different points on the map for the drone to follow automatically.
Altitude Hold: This feature helps the drone maintain a specific altitude, allowing for stable flight and smoother footage.
- Auto Return to Home mode: whether your drone loses connection to the transmitter, or the drone is out-of-range or runs low in power, the Ruko drone is designed to safely return to its point of origin.
To be able to use the Ruko F11GIM on your smartphone you need the Ruko app that you can easily install and take control of the drone and fly with it and control its features and modes.
My opinion
In conclusion, the Ruko F11GIM is a great option for anyone looking for a drone that’s easy to use, has a good camera, and provides a fun flying experience. Its easy-to-use controls, reliable GPS system, and high-quality camera make it a great choice for capturing stunning aerial footage. Additionally, having 2 good batteries and an impressive flight range will allow you to fly the drone for extended periods without having to worry about recharging.
While there are a few minor downsides, such as the lack of obstacle avoidance and image quality not being the best, these are not significant enough to detract from the overall enjoyment and functionality of the drone, especially with its price. Overall, I would highly recommend the Ruko F11GIM to anyone looking for a medium-quality drone that offers great performance and features at an affordable price.
Hopefully, this review has been helpful, answered any doubts you might have had about the drone, and given you a lot of information about it.
Review Breakdown
Medium-end drone with a mounted 4K camera. Can fly as far as 1500m with live video transmission, up to 56 minutes with 2 batteries, and comes with many useful modes.
