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“Create no matter what” is a slogan that Adorama truly embodies. Not only do they have an extensive collection of free videos, in-person demos, and a fantastic blog (wink wink). Adorama boasts an impressive inventory brimming with creative treasures that go well beyond photography. Amidst the top-notch cameras and lighting gear, you’ll discover everything from flamethrowing drones to quail callers. Adorama doesn’t judge; they help you gear up! Today, we’re counting down the top 5 most wonderfully bizarre items you can find on their shelves. Here are just some of the surprising things Adorama sells.
Yes, you read that right: a drone-mounted flamethrower, because sometimes your aerial shots need a bit of extra “flare.” Sparking creativity in the most literal sense, the CZI FT10 V1.5 Flamethrower is designed for everything from firefighting to wildlife management. Perfectly paired with the DJI M300 RTK Drone, not even the sky is the limit for this gadget! It is equipped with a laser-guided aiming system and an advanced adjustable sprinkler. It’s easier than ever to set things on fire with remarkable precision. So, if you’re looking to ignite a giant pile of explosives and casually walk away like Wolverine, you’re in luck!
Say goodbye to dragon movies with distractingly bad CGI flames. This flying marvel can soar up to 500 meters and shoot fiery streams up to 7 meters long! Weighing just 3.1 kilograms, it won’t weigh down your drone. Beyond that, there’s room to attach a 4K camera for those dragon POV shots. There are also countless practical uses. For instance, burning fields to clear crop waste and clearing telephone wires. Or, just flexing on your friends by lighting a bonfire in the most baller way possible. Let’s see what other Surprising Things Adorama Sells.
Oh, the sweet irony of a store that sells flamethrowing drones and also offers arson investigation kits! It’s like the “sell me this pen” scene from The Wolf of Wall Street. Create the demand and then offer the solution, right? Let’s face it, it’s easy to get carried away with your amazing new flamethrowing drone. Consequently, the Sirchie Arson Investigation Liquid Sampler Kit is here to help you document your blaze for the insurance claim. Each kit includes non-leachable glass sample bottles with hydrocarbon-resistant caps. This maintains sample integrity and advanced filtering equipment to separate debris from suspected arson liquids.
Even if you don’t start any fires, this kit still has loads of narrative potential. It’s a top-quality product used by professional forensic investigators, making it the perfect prop for your next high-fashion “Arson Investigator” photoshoot. Imagine a model reminiscent of Mariska Hargitay in a sleek, tailored suit, holding the Sirchie kit with a serious, contemplative expression. She strikes a dramatic pose as a flamethrowing drone zooms overhead. She is… Detective Olivia Burn-son… bum bum.
At first, I was puzzled at the fact that a camera store would sell medical restraints. I mean, it has nothing to do with cameras, right? But as I seriously considered buying a $10,000+ drone to mount a flamethrower on, it dawned on me: There are just too many cool things for one person to buy at Adorama. In this economy, sometimes we have to practice self-restraint! If that doesn’t come naturally to you, you can take the literal approach and strap yourself down with these stylish RIPP RIMR-100 Medical Restraints!
The 2-inch wide polypropylene webbing with impressive 1400LB tensile strength keeps your credit card hand locked down tight, while detachable Tri-Lam pads provide wrist and ankle protection for maximum comfort while you struggle. The RIMR-100 also has a lot of potential as an accessory in a high-fashion shoot—think bold, edgy bracelets for a look that screams avant-garde and ‘safeguard’ all at once! They also ensure your model doesn’t move out of their light, so you can get the perfect shot every time.
The Xtreme Life SC70504K doesn’t just feed birds—it feeds your passion for wildlife photography! Getting that perfect shot can be tedious, as birds and other wild animals tend to be afraid of us humans. National Geographic photographers have been known to camouflage themselves as animals or foliage and wait in uncomfortable positions for hours to get up-close, high-quality photos of wild animals. But with the Xtreme Life SC70504K Bird Feeder, you can get up close and personal with nature’s most elusive creatures without having to explain to passersby why you’re dressed as a giant bird or crouching in the bushes with a camera.
With HD resolution up to 4K and adjustable frame rates as high as 120 fps, you can get impressively high-quality photos and videos. This could also be very useful if you’re planning a surprise event, such as a proposal, and want a discreet way to capture the moment in high quality. The camera even has a battery that lasts for 16 straight hours, night vision that can record in complete darkness, and yes, a functioning bird feeder too!
While the bird feeder camera might attract a variety of feathered friends, it sadly falls short when it comes to one very important yet flightless* bird diva. I am, of course, talking about quails. You might wonder, why on Earth would a camera store stock quail callers? Well, besides the fact that quail callers are absolutely fantastic, the ability to summon a small army of Galliformes on command could prove indispensable both on set and beyond.
If you’re shooting on the street, and someone harasses you and/or your model- summon the quails for protection. Need more background actors to fill out a scene? Call up the quails- they are all non-union and always down to be in your low-budget indie film for food and exposure. Quails also make great wingmen (no pun intended), so when you have no one else to call- call a quail with this quail-ity (pun intended) quail caller!
When space is at a premium and a full-sized drum set is but a distant dream, behold the miracle of modern engineering: the keychain drum kit. It’s the epitome of ergonomic funk. Picture this: you’re squeezed into a packed coffee shop, sipping your double macchiato while an acoustic guitar player serenades the room with a lackluster rendition of Phil Collins’s “In The Air Tonight.” The crown nods along numbly, knowing that the epic drum solo will never come. But wait! From your pocket, you extract your tiny percussion powerhouse and, with a flourish, tap the iconic “BA-DUM BA-DUM BA-DUM BA-DUM BUM BUM!” The room erupts in applause and tears of pure joy as your MUKIKIM Rock and Roll It Micro Color Drum with Keychain awakens their souls and reminds them what it’s like to feel truly alive.
This is also a very important tool for connoisseurs of dad jokes. Imagine the comedic gold you can achieve with a perfectly timed a “ba-dum tiss” after your wholesome punchline. This little gadget doesn’t just hold the keys to your home- it holds the key to literally living life to the beat of your own drum.
From James Bond-esque gadgets and goofy keychains to top-of-the-line photo/audio/music gear and beyond, Adorama celebrates creativity in all forms. In a world that always tells us to ‘tone it down,’ they stand as a beacon of encouragement, nurturing our inner children and reminding us that no dream is too big or too whimsical to be embraced. You see, they don’t just gear up our creativity with amazing products—they gear us up with the confidence to express ourselves. From curious beginners to top industry professionals, Adorama is here to help creatives express themselves and fill the world with art. Dig deep into the site and tell us what surprising things Adorama sells, just email 42west@adorama.com
* We know that “aaaaactuuuually… quails are not flightless,” but they are not strong fliers – and hey, it sounds cool.
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