camera selection
What kind of camera works best for the PLOTS balloon and kite activites? Technically, any camera will work for aerial shooting, but compact cameras in the "poin-and-shoot" class are the right size for balloons and kites. Phones with good cameras are also good.
You will need a camera that can do continuous shooting (or "continuous drive")
Timelapse Apps On Phones Timelapse Apps.
Standard Consumer Cameras. See if your camera is on this list of continuous drive cameras at Digital Photography Review.