DJI launches cheaper, more compact Ronin gimbal for mirrorless cameras – Digital Camera World
DJI, the drone and camera tech firm, launched a new ‘RS 3 Mini’ gimbal stabilizer for mirrorless cameras today. The gimbal brings the same stabilization algorithm already seen in DJI’s other 3rd generation Ronin stabilizers – the RS 3 and RS 3 Pro (opens in new tab). The size and weight, however, are now better suited to mirrorless cameras.
Paul Pan, Senior Product Line Manager at DJI said “Now, anyone with a mirrorless camera (opens in new tab) can experience the same industry-leading technology used on film sets and studios across the globe.”
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The RS 3 Mini sat between its larger siblings, the RS 3 and RS 3 Pro. (Image credit: DJI)
Next to its bigger siblings, the RS 3 Mini looks smaller, and it is relatively lightweight. The RS 3 Mini comes in at 795g (1.7lbs) in vertical mode or 850g (1.8lbs) in horizontal. That is 40% less than the RS 3 and half that of the RS 3 Pro. Crucially it can support a camera and lens combination of up to 2kg (4.4lb).
That means it has the power to support a pro-quality lens, for example Sony A7S III (opens in new tab)paired with a 24-70mm f/2.8 GM lens, or equivalents with the Canon EOS R5 (opens in new tab) or Fujifilm X-H2S (opens in new tab) (see a full list on DJI’s site here (opens in new tab)). DJI also notes that the motors are strong enough to allow for zoom to be used without repeat balancing.
DJI RS 3 Mini – what’s in the box (Image credit: DJI)
It should be noted that the Ronin series gimbals are already popular choices with users of mirrorless cameras – the RS 3 Mini is adding convenience. DJI also has a presence in the smartphone gimbal market with the Osmo series (see our Osmo Mobile 6 review), which is a premium product it the category. DJI is not just offering a more compact Ronin for pro users, but a bridging product for aspiring creatives moving up from phone shooting to mirrorless cameras.
The RS 3 Mini gimbal supports native vertical shooting using a quick-release plate which can be attached to a different …….