Correct. I did mention if the uploader strips the EXIF it won't work.
Most of the time the EXIF is not stripped, but depending on how the images are processed it can be. Some people view it as protecting their work, and there are lots of other reasons, but yes it is not as helpful for those learning.
Really though, it is of limited value anyway because there are no magical settings. Just because someone used X settings for an image, unless you are up there flying right beside them, your scene will probably require something different. Also, in the photo modes, it is much more reasonable to use the semi-auto modes (such as aperture priority) which will let you set the aperture and ISO and the drone will handle the shutter speed. None of the images in this thread would be difficult to capture from a photography perspective - it would be more dependent on your ability as a pilot. There is also a lot of room for error if your end usage is a low resolution web-sized image rather than a large print or something similar, and that makes it even easier to get good results which is great while learning.
