HBC Flex Introduces Latest Mavic 4 Pro Drone, Launching High-Quality Aerial Photography Service with Certified Pilots

70 Years of Expertise in Professional Aerial Photography

Celebrating its 70th anniversary, HBC Flex (Headquarters: Sapporo, Hokkaido; Representative: Mitsuru Kodama), a comprehensive video production firm, has been expanding its drone-based aerial photography services since 2024.

In June 2026, the company introduced the latest model, the Mavic 4 Pro, enabling significantly higher image quality and greater stability. All flight operations and cinematography are handled by the company's in-house specialists, all of whom hold the national qualification of "Second-Class Unmanned Aircraft Pilot."

Background

HBC Flex is the video production division of HBC Hokkaido Broadcasting, part of the TBS network. The company produces not only programs for HBC but also numerous nationwide broadcast programs ordered by major stations.

To meet the needs of broadcasters, the company began drone-based aerial photography services in 2024. Amidst stricter drone flight regulations, three staff members have obtained the national "Second-Class Unmanned Aircraft Pilot" qualification. The company handles everything from efficient flight application processes to providing advanced cinematography techniques with professional responsibility.

Key Features of the Mavic 4 Pro

- 100-megapixel main camera for vivid detail. - Triple-lens system (wide-angle, medium-telephoto, and telephoto) allowing for close-ups without the drone needing to approach the subject. - A 360-degree rotating gimbal for dynamic camera work.

Operator Commentary

"We tested the newly introduced Mavic 4 Pro at Ota-moi Coast in Otaru City. Compared to our previous models, the stability at higher altitudes has drastically improved, and the increased flight range allows us to fly several kilometers away. The triple-lens system is incredibly convenient, letting us capture three different sizes from the same position. It also supports vertical video, making it seamless for smartphone videos and digital signage content."