Drone photography is used in a variety of industries and requires adherence to local regulations and guidelines for safe and legal operation.
Aerial Drone photography is the practice of capturing images or video footage from an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) equipped with a camera. It allows for unique perspectives and angles that were previously difficult or impossible to achieve with traditional photography methods. Drone photography is used in a variety of industries, including real estate, film and television, journalism, and environmental conservation, among others. However, it is important to follow local regulations and guidelines for drone operation to ensure safety and legality.
Your Questions Answered – Drone Photography Insights.
We know that taking your project to the skies comes with questions about safety, legality, and cost. Here is everything you need to know about hiring a professional drone photographer in Delhi and Hyderabad.
Absolutely. While India has strict regulations, it is perfectly legal to conduct drone shoots as long as they are DGCA-compliant. At Deys Photography, we use drones registered with a Unique Identification Number (UIN) and ensure our flights follow the "Digital Sky" guidelines. We handle the technicalities so you can focus on the visuals.
Safety is our non-negotiable priority. Certain areas near airports (like IGI Delhi or Rajiv Gandhi International), military bases, and government buildings are marked as Red Zones where flying is prohibited. However, many beautiful wedding venues and construction sites fall into Green or Yellow Zones, where we can fly freely or with a simple digital permission.
For most private venues like farmhouses in South Delhi or resorts in Hyderabad, you just need "No Objection" from the venue owner. We take care of the flight logging on the government’s Digital Sky platform. If your venue is in a sensitive area, we recommend checking with us at least a week in advance.
Drones and rain don’t mix! For the safety of your guests and our expensive equipment, we don’t fly in heavy rain or high winds. If the weather doesn't cooperate, we offer flexible rescheduling for real estate and industrial shoots, or we pivot to our high-end ground cameras for weddings.
Our pricing is designed to be as accessible as it is professional. A drone wedding photography add-on usually starts around ₹7,500, while specialized industrial drone surveys or real estate films start at ₹15,000. Every project is unique, so we provide custom quotes based on your specific needs.
Yes! Modern drones like ours have incredible low-light sensors. As long as the area is well-lit and we follow the night-flying protocols (including anti-collision lighting), we can capture those magical night-time aerial shots of your grand varmala or fireworks.
Yes, per Indian law, the "ceiling" for micro and small drones is 400 feet (120 meters). While that might sound like a limit, it’s actually the "sweet spot"—it’s high enough to capture the entire Hyderabad skyline but low enough to see the beautiful details of your event.
We believe you should own your memories. We typically deliver the raw 4K drone footage within 24 hours via a secure cloud link. If you’ve opted for a cinematic package, our editors will then work their magic to deliver a color-graded, polished film.
We use Cine-whoop drones for indoor events or close-proximity shots. They have protected propellers, making them safe to fly near people or inside large banquet halls. Standard drones are our "workhorses" for those sweeping, epic outdoor landscapes.
Beyond the quality of the shots, it’s about liability. A hobbyist flying illegally can lead to your event being stopped by authorities or even heavy fines for the client. Hiring a DGCA-certified drone pilot ensures your project is backed by professional training, legal insurance, and peace of mind.