NLFor high-end film and TV productions, we provide professional aerial filming using heavy-lift cinema drones like the DJI Inspire 3, equipped with the Zenmuse X9 8K full-frame camera. This platform is the current standard on international film sets, offering unmatched image quality, dynamic range, and stability.
Our Cinema Drone Arsenal
Every scene requires a unique approach. That's why we deploy a diverse range of drones on set, from heavy cinema platforms to agile FPV drones, to bring the director's exact vision to life:
- DJI Inspire 3 (Cinema & Heavy Lift): Our flagship for demanding cinematic shots. Equipped with the full-frame Zenmuse X9 8K camera, this drone offers unmatched image quality, dual native ISO for night scenes, and interchangeable lenses. It often replaces traditional cranes and heavy-lift rigs.
- Compact Drones (DJI Mavic series): Sometimes speed is crucial or space is too tight for a large Inspire. Our professional compact drones (like the Mavic 3 Pro Cine) deliver excellent 5.1K ProRes quality, ideal for quick B-roll, location scouting, or shooting in narrow environments.
- Cinema Camera FPV Drone: For dynamic action scenes requiring actual cinema cameras (such as the RED Komodo or Freefly Ember). These heavy custom-built FPV drones combine the raw speed and acrobatics of FPV with the highest industry standard in image quality.
- FPV Cinewhoop: Specifically designed for safe indoor flights and close-proximity shots. Thanks to the guarded propellers, we can fly safely close to actors and fragile set pieces, perfect for the famous 'one-take' tracking shots straight through buildings.
- High-Speed FPV Drone: Reaching top speeds of 160+ km/h, these drones are indispensable for chasing fast vehicles or intense action sequences, fully immersing the viewer in the action.
Dual-Operator Workflow
We fly in a standard dual-operator configuration to ensure the highest cinematic quality:
- The pilot: Focuses entirely on flight dynamics, set safety, and flying the perfect, repeatable path.
- The camera operator: Controls the 3-axis gimbal (pan, tilt, focus, and zoom) via an independent controller to keep the subject perfectly framed.
This division of labor allows us to capture complex and dynamic camera movements. Directors and DOPs can monitor the live feed in 4K on set with zero latency using our wireless directors monitors.
Safety and Compliance on Set
Operating a heavy cinema drone over an active film set requires strict adherence to safety protocols. We operate under our EASA Specific company license, which allows us to fly close to actors, above vehicles, and in controlled airspace (CTR zones) after proper coordination. Our crew is trained in set etiquette and works seamlessly with the 1st AD to ensure safety without compromising the shot.
