Here's an alternate site to download 5.2.2
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https://www.amazon.com/Hobby-Signal-Camera-Protector-Transparent/dp/B01HXXTX7C
That's where I got mine, and I know a few others have too.
If you don't, you end up with this: https://i.imgur.com/jzdjYha.jpg
You only need something to plug the bebop batteries a 3s adapter, either made it yourself or get a china one! they are really cheap. something like this:
https://www.amazon.com/Anbee-Balance-Charger-Adapter-Battery/dp/B00SV1NVU6
charge no more than 2A with your balancer.
hope this help.
I did have a protector on when it crashed. I would be open to selling the lens though. What price range would that even be?
Also https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HXXTX7C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_nNThzb47P84KA may help in the future. It's what I had on.
> I don't see how I can swing anything else with a decent camera (only have 1 GoPro) for about $400.00.
Without building it yourself... you can't. Anything around $400 is going to be an exercise in frustration for aerial photography. Either frustration of imprecise controls and range with Phone/WiFi controlled units like the Bebop. Or frustration of cameras without stabilization for video.
You can build your own setup for around $450-$550 to put your existing GoPro in the air on a cheap 2-axis gimbal, or you can get some fun $50-$200 trainer drone/quadcopter setups to practice with as you save up.
Syma X5C is good for outdoor training. Grab some extra batteries and get up in the air. Flying is a skill that needs developing to get the steady shots.