The DJI Ronin-S 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilizer is a compact, single-grip gimbal designed to work with popular DSLR and mirrorless cameras up to 7.9 pounds. Key features include:
Supports up to 7.9 pounds of equipment
Designed for DSLR and mirrorless cameras
Offset roll motor enables monitoring from camera displays
Provides 12v accessory power and multiple options for mounting
Designed For DSLR & Mirrorless Cameras. The DJI Ronin-S 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilizer is a lightweight and compact gimbal that DJI has designed for single-handed stabilization of DSLR and mirrorless cameras. The gimbal is capable of supporting up to 7.9 pounds of equipment for a wide range of camera and lens compatibility. Please note, not all camera control cables are included with this kit.
Offset Roll Motor. A new DJI offset gimbal design keeps the roll motor positioned below a camera’s integrated monitor and helps reduce weight by eliminating the necessity for external monitoring. The design also improves stabilization when swapping between upright and underslung modes.
Great Battery Life. The Ronin-S can stabilize a camera for up to 12 hours with a single charge of its built-in battery, and charging a battery to full capacity will require approximately two and a half hours. Keep in mind that battery life will vary based on the weight and balance of the attached camera and lens.
Accessory Support. The Ronin-S has dual 4-pin CAN Bus connectors on the camera platform and two 8-pin near the control panel for connecting and powering compatible accessories for focus control, audio capture, and monitoring. 1/4-20 threaded sockets around the grip provide multiple options for attaching these accessories. The camera platform itself uses a quick release plate to enable simplified balancing, setup and breakdown.
Removable Grip. The gimbal’s grip can be removed to open up the device to new mounting options. This opens the Ronin-S to the option of becoming a jib-mounted, remote controlled pan and tilt head or to simply attach alternative control accessories such as optional two-handed grips. Do note that this requires yet-to-be-released accessory cables / mounts that are not included with the rental.
Also Available in a Kit. If you’re looking for an all-in-one solution, please check out our DJI Ronin-S 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilizer Premium Kit. It includes the stabilizer, a BG37 battery grip, a battery adapter, the focus motor, and the command unit.
The DJI Ronin-S meets nearly all the expectations you’d want for a gimbal system. The inherent design shortens the learning curve considerably and will make you feel like an expert in a matter of h...
The DJI Ronin-S meets nearly all the expectations you’d want for a gimbal system. The inherent design shortens the learning curve considerably and will make you feel like an expert in a matter of hours. Subtle movements have never been easier, and with the help of DJI’s tutorial videos, you’re able to get started on the unit quickly.
The only concern we found with the unit was with the battery system, depending on your shooting style. DJI promises an impressive 12-hour battery life, but also built the battery into the handle of the unit, meaning the only way to hot-swap batteries is by buying a second handle. While this shouldn’t be a concern given the 12-hour battery life, we still haven’t done significant tests to support DJI’s claims. For a certain type of shooter, though, not being able to swap batteries on the fly could be a dealbreaker.
Want to read more? Click here to read Lensrentals’ full review!