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Put the "V" in FPV

Cameras, goggles, antennas, video receivers, and any other misc accessories for all of your video equipment. Can't have FPV without the "view" part

If you're trying to decide, or don't even have any prior experience, this list will hopefully help you!

Prices may depend on where and when you source the parts, (prices and specs are sourced from the manufacturers website at the time of the writing when possible)

  • Budget
  • Mid-range
  • High-end
  • Highly varied
Cameras
Analog
Foxeer Razer
$17.9
TVL: 1200
FOV: 155°
Size: Mini/Micro/Nano
Sensor Size: 1/3"
Weight: 12/4.5/3.9g
A great budget cam, available in pretty much any size you'd want. I run it on all my main 5" quads, and it's been serving me great for over a year
Foxeer Toothless 2
$36.9
TVL: 1200
FOV: 160°
Size: Mini/Micro/Nano
Sensor Size: 1/2"
Weight: 9.7/8.5/3.1g
You'll see Foxeer around pretty often, as they have a wide range of cams for different uses. The Toothless 2 is great for both day and night flying alike
Foxeer Predator 5
$36.9
TVL: 1000
FOV: 155°
Size: Mini/Micro/Nano
Sensor Size: 1/3"
Weight: 12/6.3/4.3g
The Predator series is well-liked among racers for having a consistent image and low latency. That said though, it's still a good cam for non-racers as well
Foxeer T Rex
$44.9
TVL: 1500
FOV: 150°
Size: Mini/Micro
Sensor Size: n/a
Weight: 10.2/8.6g
To my knowledge, this cam has the highest resolution that's available on the market for analog... and the price matches that well. However, if you're looking for the best of the best, this might just be it
Runcam Phoenix 2
$29.99
TVL: 1000
FOV: 155°
Size: Micro/Nano
Sensor Size: 1/2"
Weight: 9/5g
Even though it has a lower resolution than the T Rex, a lot of people like the image of the Phoenix more, especially given the lower price. Even JB has his own version, so it's gotta be at least somewhat good
Caddx Ratel 2
$30.99
TVL: 1200
FOV: 165°
Size: Micro/Nano
Sensor Size: 1/1.8"
Weight: 5.9/3.0g
This camera has quite a lot going for it. A durable metal case, the current largest sensor in analog cameras, and a decently low price and weight as well
Goggles
Analog
Eachine EV800D
$119.99
Screen: LCD 800x420
FOV: 82°
Weight: 362g
These have been the best cheap goggles for pretty much as long as I have been flying, likely more... Yet they still hold up today, as there's still not much for under $200
Skyzone Cobra X
$249.99
Screen: LCD 1280x720
FOV: 50°
Weight: 332g
Supposedly made by Skyzone and Eachine, but I doubt eachine had much to do with it. A great option if you want better reception, space for glasses, and a more modern design. They can also fit a full VRX module if you want to upgrade them in the future
Skyzone 02o
$319.99
Screen: OLED 640*400
FOV: 29°
Weight: 210g
Updated from the popular 02C which were great value back then. Now with better OLED displays, better VRX, and they're about the cheapest slimlines worth getting nowadays. The FOV is on the lower side, but that may be beneficial for someone with sight issues
Fatshark Attitude V6
$349.99
Screen: LCOS 1280x960
FOV: 39°
Weight: 199g
Fatshark has been making FPV goggles for ages, but has lately fallen out of favor. These goggles still hold their ground though, as they're pretty much the cheapest slimlines that will be able to display digital video somewhat well
Skyzone 04L
$379.99
Screen: LCOS 1280x960
FOV: 39°
Weight: 267g
Even if they're cheaper than the full high-end O4X, you don't lose much. LCOS displays are really close to OLED, same receiver, and have the same resolution, but only 30FPS DVR. Similar to the Attitude V6 in terms of Digital upgradeability
Eachine EV300o
$399.00
Screen: OLED 1024x768
FOV: 38°
Weight: 262g
Another "shared" venture of eachine and skyzone, these are very similar to the 04L, with an OLED screen with a slightly lower resolution, but better 60FPS DVR
Skyzone 04X
$529.99
Screen: OLED 1200x960
FOV: 46°
Weight: 267g
Considered by many to be the best high-end analog goggles out there, they are pretty much the best you can get without going to digital. Better screens, nice DVR, large FOV, and all-round well made goggles
Orqa FPV.One Pilot
$569.00
Screen: OLED 1280x960
FOV: 37°
Weight: 256g
If you want to go all-out overkill on analog, this is the way to go. They record the best analog DVR without buying an external DVR, and Orqa regularly updates them with new features
Antennas
Omnidirectional
MenaceRC Periscope/Raptor
$13.49
Gain: 1.09dB
Weight: 14g
Polarization: R/LHCP
Connector: SMA
Old but good - This antenna is using the classic "pagoda" construction which has proven itself to be pretty cheap and perform well. The Periscope is extra long to get it above your head to get a better signal
Foxeer Lollipop 4 (Plus)
$19(29).99 for 2
Gain: 2.6dB
Weight: 2.8-13.9g
Polarization: R/LHCP
Connector: u.Fl/MMCX/SMA
Foxeer stuff has been on the market for a while, and now they have refreshed their lineup with the 4th revision. The 4 is a slight improvement, the 4 Plus is using an entirely different construction. They both come in a LOT of variations to fit your needs
TrueRC OCP
$12.99
Gain: 1.6dB
Weight: n/a
Polarization: R/LHCP
Connector: u.Fl/MMCX/SMA
TrueRC is hands-down the best antenna manufacturer. Most of the following antennas here will be made, or at least designed by them. The OCP is a great budget pick, great for goggles and even quads, but they are a little more fragile
TrueRC Core
$14.99
Gain: 1.9dB
Weight: Varied
Polarization: R/LHCP
Connector: u.Fl/MMCX/SMA
Right between the OCP and Singularity in terms of price, these are TrueRC's newest offerings. They hit a great price point while increasing the performance and durability of the OCP. The colors are also a nice addition, as well as the very wide range of connectors
TrueRC Singularity
$19.99
Gain: 1.9dB
Weight: 1.03-3.55g
Polarization: R/LHCP
Connector: u.Fl/MMCX/SMA
Claimed by TrueRC to be their best antenna, and it certainly lives up to that. Small, light, yet it still performs great. Available with a lot of options to be used anywhere from tinywhoops to large LR rigs
TrueRC Matchstick
$25.99
Gain: 1.9dB
Weight: 6.2-7.8g
Polarization: R/LHCP
Connector: u.Fl/SMA
At its heart, it is using the Singularity internals, and even the case that comes with the stubby. But then that case is extra hardened and has a thick carbon-reinforced coax wire to make an indestructible antenna
TrueRC D-Pole
$6.99
Gain: 2.5dB
Weight: n/a
Polarization: Linear
Connector: u.Fl/MMCX
TrueRC's shot at a dipole linear antenna, it's ideal for ultralight crafts and tinywhoops
TrueRC The Smol
$19.99
Gain: 1.9dB
Weight: 0.25g
Polarization: RHCP/LHCP
Connector: u.Fl
"pushing the limits of FPV technology with this one of a kind. The Smol is the lightest 5.8GHz CP antenna known to mankind" And yeah, that's pretty much it. This antenna is awesome for the lightest setups where you still want a circular-polarized antenna
Lumenier Micro Axii
$19.99
Gain: 1.9dB
Weight: 1-5.5g
Polarization: R/LHCP
Connector: u.Fl/MMCX/SMA
As said before, these antennas are still designed in collaboration with TrueRC. This makes for great-performing antennas that are a great option if TrueRC is not to your liking
Lumenier Double Axii 2
$29.99
Gain: 4.7dB
Weight: 12g
Polarization: R/LHCP
Connector: SMA
Double the active elements (with also more than double the sensitivity) for much better reception, on an even longer stem makes it a great LR antenna for your goggles. Look-induced comedic effect included
Directional
MenaceRC Invader
$11.99
Gain: 6.5dB
Weight: 11g
Polarization: R/LHCP
Connector: SMA straight
MenaceRC is a relatively small manufacturer, but their antennas are quite good for the price. The invader is a great budget general-purpose directional antenna with a patch-style construction. The beam is pretty wide, for good area coverage
MenaceRC Pico Patch
$14.99
Gain: 9.4dB
Weight: 10g
Polarization: R/LHCP
Connector: SMA straight
Like the Invader, it's a great budget option, but that's where the similarities end. It's smaller and has a tighter beam width for more range in one direction. I've been running them for the past 2 years without issue
TrueRC x SpeedyPizza Margherita
$14.99
Gain: 5.5dB
Weight: 9.8g
Polarization: R/LHCP
Connector: SMA flex
Don't let the silly looks fool you, the Margherita is a pretty capable patch antenna! Designed by TrueRC for the SpeedyPizzaDrones race team, it's made to be simple to use with its flexible coax
TrueRC X-Air MK II
$29.99
Gain: 9.5dB
Weight: 18g
Polarization: R/LHCP
Connector: (RP)SMA 45°
The X-Air antennas are pretty much the best you can get without paying like double this price. It has a great balance between a wide and thin beam, in a small and durable case
TrueRC X²-Air MK II
$59.99
Gain: 13dB
Weight: n/a
Polarization: R/LHCP
Connector: (RP)SMA 45°
Here we are, double the price. The X²-Air MK II is probably the best antenna you can get that isn't inconveniently sized for transport. It offers great performance for flying behind obstacles (provided you are somewhat oriented toward the obstacle)
Lumenier AXII Patch
$24.99
Gain: 8.4dB
Weight: 10g
Polarization: R/LHCP
Connector: SMA straight
Designed by TrueRC, the AXII Patch offers an even more compact alternative to the X-Air with a slightly wider beam. It's a great antenna for general use, or if you can't find TrueRC in stock
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