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The performance of the Ronin RS3 Pro in isolation is excellent. Other manufacturers don’t, as yet, match the build quality; the fact that it will equally easily balance a Sony A7 III or Sony FX6 without issue means plenty of scope for all levels. You can use the gimbal completely on its own, smartphone free, but you will need to load up the DJI Ronin app on an Android or iOS handset to activate the gimbal before first use. The app does some other things, like firmware updates, and works as a monitor for the wireless video transmitter included with the Combo bundle. We would prefer the app weren't necessary to get going with the gimbal. Staying with the axis and the carbon arms, these have been extended slightly to enable the mounting of some of the new midweight professional cameras, such as the Sony FX6 and Canon EOS C70. For a gimbal of this size to take the weight of either of these cameras is impressive. While I don’t have access to either of these cameras, a Canon C100 MKII comfortably sat on the DJI Ronin RS3 Pro without issue and with plenty of clearance.
A big new addition to the Ronin RS3 is the LiDAR focus technology. This optional module sits on top of the camera’s hot shoe and plugs into the DJI Focus Motor (Also optional) and RS3 Pro. Once plugged in and calibrated, it then creates a fast AF system for manual Cine lenses. As each lens needs to be calibrated before use, DJI has ensured that up to three lens preset profiles can be stored. Limited by the accessories mounted and balance situation of the camera, the degree of intense movement, and other factors, the runtime will be reduced and the actual use of time is about 4-9 hours. The RS 3 Pro matches up with the mid-range RS 3 in form, concept, and basic features. The powered support uses brushless motors to smoothly and silently balance a camera along three axes. Once set up, the gimbal provides Steadicam-level stabilization with the flexibility of handheld operation, along with powered pan, tilt, and roll movements. Lifting the relatively compact gimbal and while still relatively light compared with some larger gimbals, it’s not as light as the likes of the WeeBill 3.
For some cameras that are BlueTooth enabled, the Ronin RS3 Pro now has BlueTooth connectivity. At launch, this works with a series of Canon cameras, and the compatibility list will inevitably expand at speed to cover most cameras with BlueTooth. RS 3 Pro can pair with the all-new DJI Transmission to offer a customized shooting solution. The DJI Video Transmitter can be powered directly by RS 3 Pro and mounts conveniently on the bottom via the cold shoe without the need for an additional battery, reducing the burden for handheld setup. The DJI RS3 Pro, however, is a very different device from most other gimbals on the market. Sure, it has accessories that enable wireless video transmission and control, but it’s part of an eco-system with the DJI RS3 Pro at the core. Pro level stabilisation at an affordable price Then there’s the weight; once loaded, the Ronin RS3 Pro, while small, isn’t as lightweight as some of its competition. Attaching the optional side arm does help to add to the comfort, but again compared to the wrist supports and grip design of some other gimbals, the RS3 isn’t quite there.
DJI RS 3: It is recommended to use a charger supporting PD fast charging protocol with charging power ≤ 18 Wto charge the DJI RS 3 battery grip, which takes about 150 minutesto be fully charged. It's an expensive add-on, nearly the price of the gimbal itself, but you may find it worthwhile if you use manual-focus cinema lenses and are after automatic focus pulls. There's some setup required to bridge the gap between it and fully manual lenses. You'll need to calibrate focus points at 1 and 4 meters prior to use, on a lens-by-lens basis. The Range Finder stores up to three profiles. The included gimbal mode switch also allows users to alternate between Pan follow, Pan and Tilt follow, and FPV modes at the touch of a button. The FPV mode selection can also be adjusted to 3D Roll 360, Portrait, or Custom, for a fully customisable experience. The maximum runtime is 12 hours when measured with device in a level and stationary state, the gimbal balanced, three axes in an active state, and the battery only powering the gimbal.
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Imaging modes such as panoramic and timelapse, along with a few others, can be accessed and, with the automatic shutter release, are all simple enough to use, with the App taking control of most of the difficult features. Ultimately once you work out where all the wires go for the focus motor, RavenEye and camera control, it’s all quite straightforward. Unfortunately, at the time of writing this review, there are few set-up notes; however, most of what applies to the set-up of the focus motor and Raven Eye again apply here. Full compatibility with the DJI High Bright monitor system The Ronin design has come a long way in a short time. DJI’s original single-handed gimbal stabiliser, the Ronin-S, put advanced filmmaking tech in the hands of small production companies and amateurs. With the Ronin RS3 Pro, DJI gives access to filmmaking equipment that can expand with you from being used as a basic gimbal to a full-blow solution for large-budget productions with the addition of the many accessories available. As with previous Ronin’s, the main gimbal is only part of the story. As a stand-alone product, it’s good, adds the optional accessories, and the Ronin RS3 Pro transforms into an essential filmmaking tool that can be used on any production size.
Taking a step up from the RS 2, the RS 3 Pro comes equipped with a 1.8-inch OLED full-colour touchscreen display that is 28% larger than its predecessor. With support for most Ronin app settings, users can intuitively navigate through the redesigned interface to set their parameters as desired. DJI is known for their product design; they make imaging devices that don’t follow conventions, and some, such as the Phantom, have become iconic. The DJI Ronin RS3 Pro matches the quality of the products that have come before, with the stunning carbon arms sitting atop a sturdy-looking grip and base. Due to the huge variety of uses, I can only imagine the product designers and electrical engineers at DJI sweating over what seems like an impossible task. Setting up the DJI RS3 Pro at the base level is easy; plug it in balance, and you’re ready to go. At the next level, plug in the RavenEye, hook in a mobile phone, and you have wireless video transmission, all very clever; then you have the HighBright Control screen, and so on. Then there’s the camera compatibility. Being able to take the larger cameras is extremely useful, and now that I’m about to change from the Sony PXW FS7 to a Canon EOS 5R C this gimbal will provide all the performance I need and in a very small form. Most gimbal grips attach beneath the mounted camera so that it can be held upright and moved around with ease. To afford more creative flexibility, the DJI Briefcase Handle (2022) attaches above the mounted camera, so users can hold their gimbal from above. This makes it easier for your camera to get closer to the ground and achieve some impressive low-angle shots. How does the focus motor work?
This DJI RS 3 Pro Combo can make heavy cameras appear to float like a feather as they glide, tilt, track and pan
Unlike the plastic build of DJI’s consumer range of smartphone drones (with the DJI OM 5 being the latest in that line), the DJI RS 3 Pro has sturdy (but lightweight) carbon fibre arms and motors powerful enough to support a hefty camera and lens. The DJI RS 3 Pro enters the higher end of the R series, designed for videographers and professional crews. The DJI RS 3 is better suited to solo creators and independent crews. As a result, the RS 3 Pro benefits from compatibility with DJI’s ecosystem of industry-leading accessories, making this the ideal option for those wanting improved production coordination with the option to expand their kit. Has the RS 3 Pro improved from the RS 2? The Pro edition handles heavier rigs than the standard, up to 10 pounds versus 6.6, and supports a LiDAR focus accessory (more on that later), but aside from that, there aren't too many differences. The RS 3 Pro (right) is bigger than the regular RS 3 (center) or Mini (left) Remote possibilities are expanded tenfold with the extensive list of compatible products designed for use with the DJI RS 3 Pro. Included in this list are the DJI High-Bright Remote Monitor, the DJI Video Transmitter, and the DJI LiDAR Range Finder. Whilst the Transmission combo uses the latest O3 Pro video transmission technology to provide an incredible 20,000-foot range for a 1080p/60fps H.264 live feed, the Focus Motor and LiDAR Range Finder work together to provide cinematic autofocus capabilities. What’s in the box?
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