The GEPRC Cinelog30 V3 is arguably among the finest cinewhoops of 2025 for capturing cinematic footage. However like several drone, it’s not good. There are just a few easy upgrades that may make it even higher—comparable to eradicating the LED strip, putting in GPS, and establishing Rescue Mode.
Take a look at my full evaluation of the GEPRC Cinelog30 V3: https://oscarliang.com/geprc-cinelog30-v3/
Utilizing ND Filters
Get extra cinematic footage by utilizing ND filters. The official DJI ND filters don’t match within the Cinelog30 body, so I like to recommend these low-profile ND filters from BetaFPV—they’re additionally among the many most reasonably priced choices accessible: https://oscarliang.com/betafpv-nd-filters-dji-o4-pro/
Discover ways to use ND filters on this information: https://oscarliang.com/nd-filter-fpv/
Eradicating LED Strip
If you happen to’re just a few grams over the sub-250g restrict, eradicating the LED strip might do the trick—this protects over 4 grams.
It’s actually cool that GEPRC consists of two units of prop guards: the default orange one with built-in LED strips, and a black one with out LEDs. To take away the LEDs, merely swap to the black prop guards—no want to tear out the LED strip.
Don’t overlook to unplug the LED connector situated beneath the drone first.
Bonus tip: Go into Betaflight > Modes tab, and take away the USER1 mode (used to manage the LED). This frees up AUX4, which you need to use for GPS Rescue Mode or different capabilities.
Putting in GPS
There’s no preferrred spot to mount a GPS on the Cinelog30 V3, so I made a decision to switch the GoPro mount (which I gained’t be utilizing on this cinewhoop) with a GPS mount.
I’m utilizing the Flywoo GOKU Nano GPS V3, paired with this 3D printed mount:
I’m utilizing this Flywoo Nano GPS V3 with this GPS mount, obtain STL file right here: https://www.printables.com/mannequin/1247558-geprc-cinelog-30-v3-gps-mount-for-121-gps-12mm-cin
I examined this GPS right here, works nicely I’m usually getting 23 satellites: https://oscarliang.com/gps-review/
You’ll find the Flywoo GOKU Nano GPS right here:
If you happen to’re utilizing a bigger GPS module (22x22mm), do that mount as a substitute: https://www.printables.com/mannequin/1262419-cinelog30-v3-gps-25x25x82
I wished to attach the onboard compass, particularly with Betaflight quickly supporting place maintain. Sadly, the GEPRC F722 AIO flight controller doesn’t have an I2C port, so I wasn’t in a position to join the compass. I simply heat-shrunk the compass wires for now and would possibly swap the FC later if I really need that performance.
I wired the GPS to UART4 (TX4 and RX4). Conveniently, the 5V pad gives energy from USB which is nice—so you may energy the GPS with out plugging in a LiPo.
Make sure that the GPS wiring is cosy and secured. Unfastened wires can get sucked into the props mid-flight.
Setting Up GPS Rescue Mode
Some demo footage of Rescue mode engaged on my Cinelog:
I’ve posted screenshots of my Betaflight GPS and Rescue Mode setup on my Patreon. Be at liberty to make use of my settings for reference: https://www.patreon.com/posts/gps-rescue-for-130311690
If you happen to’re not a Patreon member, you may observe my full step-by-step information right here: https://oscarliang.com/setup-gps-rescue-mode-betaflight/
Another nice mods that I didn’t point out? Tell us within the feedback under.
