Standard single-family listings
Aerial photos show the lot, roof, exterior, and immediate surroundings. That's what most MLS buyers want to see.
Drone comparison
Drone photos vs drone video for real estate listings
Both provide aerial perspectives: but they serve different goals. Here is how to choose the right drone deliverable for a Cincinnati listing.
Sample drone photos from recent listings
Aerial stills shot on a DJI drone at Cincinnati-area listings. These are the kind of images included in the Listing Launch Package and above.
All aerials shot on DJI. See the full portfolio →
Drone photos vs drone video at a glance
| Feature | Drone Photos | Drone Video |
|---|---|---|
| Works on MLS | ✓ | Only as still frame |
| Shows lot size and boundaries | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shows neighborhood context | ✓ | ✓ |
| Reveals views and site elevation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Used in social reels and video | , | ✓ |
| Aerial reveal for walkthrough videos | , | ✓ |
| Orbit and flyover cinematic shots | , | ✓ |
| Included in Listing Launch Package | ✓ | , |
| Included in Premium Media Package + | ✓ | ✓ |
| Available as add-on | ✓ | ✓ |
When drone photos are enough
Drone photos are included in the Listing Launch Package and handle the majority of Cincinnati listing scenarios.
Homes with desirable outdoor space
A large backyard, pool, or side lot shows better from the air than from ground-level exterior shots.
Neighborhood proximity and context
Aerial photos can show proximity to parks, schools, main roads, or other landmarks that help buyers orient the property.
Any listing with budget constraints
If the marketing budget is lean, drone photos in the Listing Launch Package deliver the most per dollar.
When drone video is worth the upgrade
Drone video becomes a meaningful upgrade when the listing needs cinematic presence or a social content strategy.
Luxury and premium listings
A cinematic drone reveal makes high-value properties look the part. Sellers expect it for listings above $600k.
Properties with sweeping views
Views from above: water, city skyline, valley panoramas: can only be communicated effectively through moving footage.
Social media and reel strategy
Drone video clips are the most-saved and most-shared real estate content on Instagram and TikTok. Still photos don't capture the same engagement.
Large acreage or estate listings
Aerial video is the only practical way to communicate the full scale of a 5-acre lot or sprawling estate property.
Drone in every 513Shutter package
MLS Photo Package
From $199
No drone included. Add drone stills for your property: text for pricing.
Listing Launch Package
$399–$499
Includes drone stills (aerial photos). Choose drone or floor plan as your upgrade.
Premium Media Package
$699–$899
Drone stills included. Drone video included as part of the walkthrough video.
Luxury Listing Kit
$1,200–$1,800+
Full drone package: aerial stills, aerial video, cinematic reveal, orbit, and twilight drone.
Drone questions answered
Have a specific property in mind? Text (513) 437-1915: we'll recommend the right option.
What is the difference between drone photos and drone video for real estate?
Drone photos are still aerial images used for MLS listings, marketing materials, and property overviews. Drone video is a moving aerial sequence: flyovers, orbit shots, or reveal clips: used in listing videos, reels, and social content. Most packages include drone photos; drone video is an upgrade or part of premium packages.
Do I need drone video if I already have drone photos?
Drone photos handle the MLS requirement. Drone video becomes valuable when: the property has sweeping views or unique site context, you're running a social media launch campaign, or you want to include a walkthrough video that begins with an aerial reveal.
What does 513Shutter include as standard for drone?
The Listing Launch Package includes drone stills (aerial photos). Drone video is included in the Premium Media Package and above, or available as an add-on to any package.
When does drone matter most for a Cincinnati listing?
Drone matters most for: larger lots or acreage, waterfront or view properties, homes near parks or greenways, luxury and high-end listings, and properties where neighborhood context adds value (proximity to highways, walkability, etc.).
Is drone included with every 513Shutter package?
Drone is included in the Listing Launch Package ($399–$499) and all packages above it. MLS Photo Package does not include drone. You can add drone to MLS Photos as a separate upgrade: text (513) 437-1915 to confirm pricing for your property.
Add drone to your next Cincinnati listing
Drone stills from $399 in the Listing Launch Package. Drone video in Premium Media and above. Book by text or online.