--- title: "My Gear & Process: Professional Drone Filmmaking in Mumbai" description: "Discover My Gear & Process for high-end aerial cinematography. I use advanced DJI drones to capture stunning Mumbai landscapes. My Gear & Process ensures 4K footage." canonical: https://mytribe.in/mr.flatlay/aerial-drone-videography-photography/my-gear-process last_updated: 2025-09-26 --- # My Gear & Process: Professional Drone Filmmaking in Mumbai Tribe Verified · Realme India's Creator of the Year By [Sarun Jayaprakash](https://mytribe.in/mr.flatlay) · Shoots across Mumbai Metropolitan Area · ₹7,000 per site (up to 2 acres) (estimate) Part of [Aerial (Drone) Videography & Photography](https://mytribe.in/mr.flatlay/aerial-drone-videography-photography). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/mr.flatlay/aerial-drone-videography-photography/gallery) From a borrowed camera to my current DJI setup. Here is the gear I trust to capture Mumbai’s stories and the creative process behind every frame. ## Photos and videos - [Video: A quick look at the tool that makes it all happen, my DJI Air 3S. This unboxing video shows the professional-grade equipment I use for every project. As a licensed pilot, I handle everything from flight to final edit, ensuring my signature style in every shot.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/624af028-8042-4662-a387-b4d9c34d338e) ## About My Gear & Process When I'm shooting properties or landscapes, I rely heavily on the 70mm medium telephoto lens of my DJI Air 3S. Most people just pull back for a wide view, but that telephoto compression is what gives you that cinematic, layered look—it makes the subject pop against the horizon in a way standard wide-angle shots simply cannot. I believe the best shots don't come from the most expensive equipment, but from knowing how to use the gear you have until it becomes an extension of your own hand. My DJI Air 3S is a workhorse, especially here in Mumbai. Whether I’m fighting coastal crosswinds or waiting for that fleeting 'Golden Hour' light, this setup gives me the stability and crisp 48MP resolution I need for commercial-grade results. I manage the entire workflow, from the initial flight path strategy to the final D-Log M color grade, right in my studio. You aren’t hiring a generic 'drone operator'; you are hiring a filmmaker who understands framing, composition, and visual storytelling. ### My Workflow * **Scouting:** I always scout locations beforehand to map flight paths and ensure we hit the lighting just right. * **Precision:** I shoot in 4K at 60fps for those smooth, slow-motion reveal shots that add drama to any brand or property film. * **Editing:** Everything is edited in-house. No outsourcing means you get my personal signature style, delivered to you within 48 hours via a secure cloud link. Whether you need aerial coverage for a farm in Vasai, property mapping for real estate, or cinematic B-roll for a brand project, I bring the same level of attention to the flight as I do to the final edit. ## About Sarun Jayaprakash I’m Sarun. I started as a pharmacy student with a borrowed camera, and now I spend my days chasing shots across Mumbai. I don't just fly drones; I use them to find the heartbeat of a location, whether it’s a quiet village in the Vasai belt or the rush of the city. 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