Does the Airpeak S1 include a camera?

No. The kit ships with the drone, controller and propellers; you supply a compatible Sony Alpha camera and lens for the gimbal.

What camera can it carry?

It is built for Sony Alpha mirrorless bodies, and Sony demonstrates 8K video with the a1. The gimbal mount is modular, so other Alpha models fit with the right setup.

How fast and how far can it fly?

Top speed is 55 mph, and the maximum control range is about 1.2 miles. The listed altitude limit is 8,202 feet above sea level.

It is aimed at professional dual-operator crews. Expect a real setup and training curve, and plan for a pilot plus a separate camera operator.

Is $5,499 a good price?

That is the best new price at Maverick as of November 8, 2026, and only two stores list it new. With so few sellers, discounts are rare; compare both listings before buying.

The main body is about 20.25 inches long with landing gear attached, and it spans about 39.88 inches with the arms fully extended.

Where is the Sony Airpeak S1 Professional Drone cheapest?

At Maverick, for $5,499.00, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Sony Airpeak S1 Professional Drone?

3 stores we checked sell it, including Adorama, Maverick, quadrocopter.com.

Sony Airpeak S1 Professional Drone

Best price now

$5,499.00at MaverickObserved at 3:07 AM

Compared across 3 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Sony Airpeak S1 Professional Drone

Best price now

$5,499.00at MaverickObserved at 3:07 AM

Compared across 3 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Our take on the Sony Airpeak S1 Professional Drone

The Sony Airpeak S1 is a professional cinema drone built around Sony's Alpha mirrorless cameras, with a gimbal mount that carries an a1 or similar body for 8K capture. It flies up to 55 mph, has a 1.2-mile control range and a 120° FPV camera for framing. It is sold as a dual-operator kit with controller and propellers, and the airframe is large: about 20 inches long and nearly 40 inches wide with arms extended. At $5,499 at Maverick as of November 8, 2026, it sits at the top of its recent range, with only two stores listing it new.

Best forProfessional film and commercial crewsSony Alpha camera owners shooting aerial 8KDual-operator pilot and gimbal teamsHigh-speed tracking and chase shots

Pros

Carries Sony Alpha bodies on a stabilized gimbal for full-frame 8K
55 mph top speed suits fast chase and action work
Dual-operator kit lets a pilot and camera operator split duties
FPV camera with 120° field of view aids framing
Brushless motors and GPS give stable, repeatable flight

Cons

Very expensive at $5,499, and few stores stock it
Large footprint: about 40 inches wide with arms extended
Camera and lens are not included in the kit
Short 1.2-mile control range for a professional platform
Steep setup and skill demand; not a casual flyer's drone

Sony Airpeak S1 Professional Drone prices at every store

quadrocopter.comNew
In stock
$8,999.99Observed at 3:07 AM
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AdoramaPre-owned
Availability unknown
$608.00Observed at 3:07 AM
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MaverickNew
Availability unknown
$5,499.00Observed at 3:07 AM
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Sony Airpeak S1 Professional Drone price history

Lowest price we've seen: $5,499.00 on Nov 8 at Maverick. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 8.

What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers treat the Airpeak S1 as a niche cinema tool: they praise the Alpha gimbal integration and speed, but flag the price, the size and the limited range.

What people mention

Camera integrationPraisedOwners value flying a Sony Alpha body on the gimbal for full-frame footage.
PriceCriticisedBuyers say the cost is hard to justify without a camera included.
SizeCriticisedThe wide, long airframe makes transport and setup cumbersome.
RangeCriticisedThe 1.2-mile control range is seen as short for professional work.
SpeedPraisedThe 55 mph top speed is noted as useful for tracking and chase shots.

Specifications

Flight Maximum Speed: 55 mph (90 km/h)
Flight Operating Distance: 8,202 feet (altitude limit Above Sea Level)
Skill Level: Professional
Completion Level: Kit (dual operator S1 kit)
Included Items: Propellers
Dimensions Length: 20.25 inches (main body, with landing gear attached)
Dimensions Width

Questions and answers

Does the Airpeak S1 include a camera?: No. The kit ships with the drone, controller and propellers; you supply a compatible Sony Alpha camera and lens for the gimbal.
What camera can it carry?: It is built for Sony Alpha mirrorless bodies, and Sony demonstrates 8K video with the a1. The gimbal mount is modular, so other Alpha models fit with the right setup.
How fast and how far can it fly?: Top speed is 55 mph, and the maximum control range is about 1.2 miles. The listed altitude limit is 8,202 feet above sea level.
Is it hard to fly?: It is aimed at professional dual-operator crews. Expect a real setup and training curve, and plan for a pilot plus a separate camera operator.
Is $5,499 a good price?: That is the best new price at Maverick as of November 8, 2026, and only two stores list it new. With so few sellers, discounts are rare; compare both listings before buying.
How big is it?: The main body is about 20.25 inches long with landing gear attached, and it spans about 39.88 inches with the arms fully extended.
Where is the Sony Airpeak S1 Professional Drone cheapest?: At Maverick, for $5,499.00, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Sony Airpeak S1 Professional Drone?: 3 stores we checked sell it, including Adorama, Maverick, quadrocopter.com.