Price: $474.04
(as of Jan 26, 2025 06:53:15 UTC – Details)
Chasing makes underwater drone photography smaller and simpler with Dory, a compact remotely operated vehicle that transmits photos and video from as deep as 49′ and is controlled by a smartphone or tablet. The Dory connects to a small floating Wi-Fi buoy with a 49′ tether and streams live 720p video from beneath the surface, to your device and to social media if you like. It snaps 2MP photos and records 1920 x 1080 video at 30 fps, enhanced by a color-restore algorithm for dynamic imagery, and its wide f/1.6 lens captures the scenery and the action even in low-light environments. Two 250-lumen LED lights illuminate the scene, with color temperature of 4000k to 5000k.
Excellent Underwater Photography; DORY can dive up to 49ft and has an HD camera for real-time observation and shooting photos and videos; DORY’s 1080p f/1;6 camera combined with two 250-lumen headlights opens up a whole new world of exploration; With DORY’S built in true color restoration algorithm, photos and videos show true dynamic color in all conditions
Portable for Travel; As the world’s smallest, smartest and most affordable underwater drone, palm sized DORY is just 9;7 x 7;4 x 3;6″, weighs less than 2;5 lb; It has a 4800 mAh battery life of approximately 1 hour; Travelers can take it into a backpack and easily transport it wherever they want to use it
Explore the Sea Like a game; DORY is really easy to use; Plug, plunge and play; With the CHASING GO2 app, your phone can remotely control the underwater drone to dive, forward and backward, move up and down, tilt up and down and lock the depth like a gamepad; Exploring the ocean floor is as easy and fun as a game
Share the fun; With Dory’s dual play mode, you can operate the underwater drone with camera together with your close friend or family; What’s more, with CHASING GO2 app, it’s quick and easy to share live-streaming and underwater videos on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, or your favorite social sharing platform; Shine at your next pool party or snorkeling adventures
Freedom to explore deep sea; DORY connects to a small floating Wi Fi Buoy with a 49′ tether and streams live 720p video from beneath the surface to your device and to social media if you like; Whether you’re diving, fishing, taking underwater photography, or yachting, the Chasing DORY is your best choice
Customers say
Customers find the unmanned aerial vehicle easy to use and control. They appreciate its quality, video, and picture quality. Many find it maneuverable and a good value for money. However, some customers have reported issues with functionality and reliability. There are mixed opinions on build quality and wifi connectivity.
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Wil2021 –
Make waves with Chasing Dory
These neat lil Chasing Dory is the perfect underwater drone for scuba divers and ocean lovers alike. This palm-sized device offers 1080p Full HD footage with a real time viewing option, app remote control, portable carrying case, WiFi buoy and 49 ft tether. It’s also equipped with an array of features that make it ideal for recreational or professional use.The first thing to note about Chasing Dory is its size – it’s small enough to fit in your pocket but powerful enough to explore up to 50 feet underwater. The built-in camera offers 1080p Full HD resolution with a wide angle lens that captures stunning images and videos of marine life while diving. The live view feature allows you to monitor the action in real time from your smartphone or tablet using the dedicated app.The drone also has several other features designed to make underwater exploration easier and more enjoyable. For instance, it comes with a WiFi buoy so you can stay connected even when out at sea, as well as a 49 ft tether that provides an extra layer of safety against any potential mishaps. It also has two speed modes – one for slow cruising and one for fast turns – allowing you to maneuver around obstacles easily without fear of damage or harm.In addition, the drone is extremely durable thanks to its waterproof shell which can withstand depths up to 50 meters (165 feet). Itâs also easy to clean and maintain as all necessary components are removable for quick cleaning after each dive session. Finally, portability is another perk as the device comes with a handy carrying case that makes transporting your gear stress free no matter where your adventures take you!Overall, Chasing Dory is an excellent choice if you’re looking for top-of-the-line underwater drone technology at an affordable price point. Whether you’re a casual diver or professional explorer, this product will provide hours of entertainment while exploring beneath the waves in style!
John Pomer –
Disappointed
After dropping my car keys at the marina, I located the keys using my GoPro camera. BUT I wanted a real-time view to make the recovery. I also have an interest in underwater photography and thought this would be a great excuse to purchase an underwater drone.The GOOD Things:⢠The video is good for a 1K resolution (focus range is limited).⢠The 50 ft tether w/buoy meets my needs.⢠The small size makes for easy transit for most any situation.The BAD things:⢠This particular Chasing Dory had marginal WiFi connections from the first use in water. The buoy was less than 3 feet from me.⢠Today, the Dory stopped communicating via WiFi.The WiFi connection is what caused me to decide to return the Dory.DESIGN COMMENTS:⢠The tethering with a buoy is good for typical consumer uses.⢠A physical controller would be better than the virtual one used in the Chasing App.⢠I lost several short recordings when the WiFi disconnected. I was able to recover some, but not most. When WiFi is lost, the recording stops but the app record button appears “active”. Having a removable SD Card would be better.⢠The WiFi password is “12345678” AND there is no way to change it.⢠The virtual controls are supposed to be programable. There are no instructions how to change other than from “Japanese” to “USA”. Strange way to describe it since Chasing is a Chinese company. By trial and error in clear water, I could see which virtual control did what.⢠The charger power supply cable has no locking ring. Since it is the same type plug as the tether, it should be easy to include one. Without the locking ring, the charger connection to the Dory can easily work free.OPERATIONAL COMMENTS:⢠In clear water, the propellers cause little disturbance unless the Dory is “on the bottom”.⢠In turbid water the propellers stir up lots of loose sediment.This is not a complaint, rather a situational constraint. I overcame it by attaching an adhesive GoPro base to the top of the Dory. Adapting a 12 ft painters extension pole to the GoPro base, I was able to keep the Dory propellers OFF but record with the camera and light ON.Sadly, this is where the Chasing Dory’s WiFi totally stopped. The battery was at 100% this morning. It was used for about 15 minutes this afternoon.I do believe that this particular Dory has some electrical faults and potential sealing issues. Hence, I am returning this Dory. I will be searching for a more robust solution for my underwater photography.
José d. –
No funciona correctamente, al encenderlo se va hasta el fondo y no se puede elevar ni matener a niveles intermedios, solo se eleva a superficie al apagarlo, lo devolvà atendiendo instrucciones del vendedor (COMORO TECH), el paquete ya llegó a su destino pero el proveedor ya no me responde para hacer el reembolso de los gastos de envÃo y el costo total de la compra
Art –
If you just want an underwater drone for poking around at your local body of water this one is fun. Not 4K but 1080p and thatâs actually fine. Easy to connect to the phone and easy to control. Wishing the buoy had something I could attach it to my boat with but some epoxy and a ring will solve that. The drone itself is really compact. Like travel size compact. The setup for inside a small backpack and I can see myself taking this up to small lakes while hiking to see whatâs under the water. Maybe youâll find a lost city. Youâll probably just see a trout. And thatâs ok. If youâre on a budget Iâd recommend this one. If youâve got another few hundred or more to spend, get a larger model with longer battery life. This one has an hour in it but if youâre careful you can baby it and maximize the life. Internal memory is sufficient for the 1080p. Recommended.