Overview of Syma X11 and X11C quadcopters

Introduction

Popular models from the well-known manufacturer Syma Toys are in great demand among beginners today, despite the fact that the release of the models took place in 2015. We deliberately did not make two different reviews for Syma X11 and Syma X11C Air-Cam, since in fact they are absolutely identical quadrics, the only difference is in the camera present in the X11C model, where the letter “C” in the marking indicates this distinctive feature.

Peculiarities

2MP camera (for X11C Air-Cam model)
Control at 2.4GHz
6 axis gyroscope
Flips 360°

Equipment

Regardless of the Syma X11 / 11C Air-Cam model, the manufacturer offers quadcopters in 3 colors: White / Red / Black.

Quadcopter Syma X11

Quadcopter Syma X11C

Air Cam

Included:

Quadcopter Syma X11 (X11C Air-Cam) with installed protection
Battery 1S 3.7V 200mAh/250mAh LiPo (X11/X11C)
Control equipment (power supply from 4 × “AA” is purchased separately)
4 × rotors
4 × spare rotors
USB charger
4GB memory card (for X11C model)
Card reader (for X11C model)
Instruction (in English)

Syma X11 kit

Syma X11C Air Cam Kit

Specification

Brand:

Syma

Model:

X11/X11C Air Cam

Color:

White/Red/Black

Stabilization:

6 axis gyroscope

Radio frequency:

2.4GHz

Number of channels:

four

Remote control power:

4 × “AA” 1.5V (purchased separately)

Camera:

2MP (for X11C Air-Cam)

Memory:

microSD 4GB (included with X11C Air-Cam)

Motors:

collector type

Battery capacity:

1S 3.7V 200mAh/250(X11/ X11C) LiPo

Backlight:

LED

Flight time:

≈ 6-8 min

Range of flight:

≈ 70m

Flying environment:

in room

Charging time:

≈ 50-60 min

Execution material:

ABS plastic

Dimensions:

152×152×37mm

The weight:

35gr

Age limit:

14+

About the product

The Syma X11/X11C quadcopter reaches the consumer in a simple classic package. The quality of the drone, despite the budget niche, deserves respect. Plastic quality, glossy. The rotor protection is flexible, but at the same time durable and will fully cope with the task assigned to it. At the bottom of the beams is an LED-backlight.

Syma X11/X11C quadcopters do not have “Headless” mode and “Return to Hardware” function. This fact should not be considered a minus, because the absence of a headless mode will allow a novice pilot to immediately get used to controlling a drone with reference to the cardinal points. The implementation of the return to equipment function for cheap UAVs is usually not implemented in the best way and generally requires the participation of the pilot, as well as prior practice of application.

Recall that the Headless mode is relevant only for budget devices and is used only at the first stages of the piloting training process.

As noted above, the X11 and X11C models, both externally and technically, do not have any differences. The only difference is the built-in 2MP camera (for the X11C model), which in turn determines the battery capacity. The quadcopter version without a camera is equipped with a 200 mAh battery, with a 250 mAh battery.

Appearance

Syma X11

Syma X11C AirCam

Motors

Syma X11/X11C Air-Cam quadcopters are equipped with brushed motors with gear transmission. For home flights, their potential is quite enough. Flying outdoors is also possible, but in complete calm.

The pilot will have 2 different activity modes: “Low” and “High”. The quadric is designed for a novice audience of UAV users.

Camera

As mentioned above, the camera is equipped with a model – Syma X11C Air-Cam. On board the quadric is a 2-megapixel camera that takes photos and videos. Management is implemented from the control equipment. The quality of the shooting is below average and generally depends on the lighting. The installed memory card will be indicated by a green LED on the back of the quadcopter.

Battery

The Syma X11 quadcopter is equipped with a single-cell lipo-polymer battery with a capacity of 200mAh, and the Syma X11C with a capacity of 250mAh. In practice, the flight time for both was 6 minutes, which is very commendable.

Battery

Syma X11

Battery

Syma X11C

Equipment

Syma X11 and Syma X11C Air-Cam quadcopters are equipped with 4-channel control equipment, classic for mini drones, operating at a frequency of 2.4 GHz. Power is supplied by 4 AA batteries (sold separately). Provides a removal distance of no further than 60 meters, which is also not bad for a drone from the budget segment.

Button assignment

Test Drive

In the test, the Syma X11 and Syma X11C Air-Cam quadcopters showed distinctive dynamics for the occupied mini quad segment. All their best sides are shown indoors, light weight affects. Flights in the fresh air are not excluded, but provided there is no wind.

Maximum dynamism is revealed in the “High” mode, especially when the propeller guards are removed. It is advisable for beginners to refrain from removing protection, at least at the first stage of familiarization with the controls. 360° flips are both effortless. The flight range is no further than 60 meters, which is quite normal. Flight time in practice is 6 minutes, with 6-8 minutes declared by the manufacturer.

Recommendations

In order to avoid any inconvenience in controlling the drone during the flight, we recommend pre-flight calibration of the gyroscope.

For this:

Plug in the power to the quad
Then turn on the control equipment
Install the quadcopter on a flat surface
Pick up the remote control and move the left and right sticks to the lower right corner and hold in this position. At this point, the blue LEDs on the front of the drone (in the form of a peephole) will go from solid to blinking.

Wait for the transition back to a constant glow of the LEDs. Calibration completed, start flying.

Price

On various trading platforms, the Syma X11 quadcopter is sold at prices ranging from $23 to $30.

Quadcopter Syma X11С Air-Cam from $40-60.

Conclusion

Syma X11 (X11C Air Cam) from $thirty

Functionality

2/10

Flight time

4/10

flight qualities

5/10

compactness

10/10

Equipment

5/10

Reliability

5/10

Price quality

10/10

pros

Quality
Dynamism / Handling
Flight time
2 activity modes
Safety
Ready to fly out of the box
Price

Minuses

Image quality (for X11C drone)
Small resource of motors
Doesn’t like the wind

Without exaggeration, an excellent choice as a first drone. Easy to use, “flies out of the box” (RTF). Dynamic and safe, ready to endure the mistakes of beginners. Age limit 8+.