Sony's $10,000 drone to brave strong winds for pro-level photos

Airpeak's stability lets it fly where no drone has gone before

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Sony's Airpeak S1 drone can carry a mirrorless camera and other equipment for aerial shots. (Photo courtesy of Sony)

MASAHARU BAN, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Sony Group begins sales in September of a professional-grade camera drone designed to capture steady footage during flight even in windy weather, the Japanese multinational said Thursday.

The Airpeak S1 is Sony's first drone product since the company said last year it would enter the business. The drones will be available in both Japan and the U.S., with one unit priced around $10,000.

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