HoverAir Debuts $449 Versa Hybrid Camera With 3-Axis Gimbal and Autonomous Flight
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Updated · DroneDJ · Aug 19
HoverAir Debuts $449 Versa Hybrid Camera With 3-Axis Gimbal and Autonomous Flight
2 articles · Updated · DroneDJ · Aug 19
Summary
$449 Versa launches as a handheld-first camera that converts into a self-flying device with an optional Flight Kit, letting users switch between stabilized ground footage and autonomous aerial shots.
A single click attaches lightweight wings for palm launch, subject following, Orbit and Bird's Eye modes, while AI tracking, Auto Framing and AI Composition aim to simplify shooting.
A 1/1.3-inch sensor delivers up to 17.5 stops of dynamic range, plus 4K/60fps, 10-bit HDR, H-Log and improved low-light performance—specs HoverAir is using to push beyond typical compact flying cameras.
US availability looks stronger than for HoverAir Aqua because Versa already has FCC certification, avoiding the approval bottleneck that has blocked many new foreign-made drones since late 2025.
HoverAir plans a worldwide Indiegogo rollout now, followed by select retail and online sales in fall 2026, with a public showcase set for IFA Berlin 2026.