DJI RS 5 vs DJI RS 4 Pro vs DJI RS 4 vs DJI RS 4 Mini: What's the difference?
The DJI RS 5 gimbal stabiliser brings some key upgrades on its predecessors, including featuring the 5th-Gen RS stabilisation algorithm.
The table below shows the key specifications between the DJI RS 5 vs DJI RS 4 Pro vs DJI RS 4 vs DJI RS 4 Mini gimbal stabilisers.
Feature | DJI RS 5 | DJI RS 4 Pro | DJI RS 4 | DJI RS 4 Mini |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gimbal weight (including gimbal, battery grip, and quick-release plate) | 1.46 kg (3.21 lbs) | 1.6 kg (3.5 lbs) | 1.4 kg (3.0 lbs) | 890 g (2 lbs) |
Tested payload | 3 kg (6.6 lbs) | 4.5 kg (10 lbs) | 3 kg (6.6 lbs) | 2 kg (4.4 lbs) |
Recommended camera and lens combination | Sony: FX3/A7M4/A7C/A1 + FE 24-70 mm F2.8 Canon: R5 Mark II + RF 24-70 mm F2.8 Nikon: Z6 III/Z7 II + Z 24-70 mm F2.8 Panasonic: S5M2 + 24-60 mm F2.8 Fujifilm: X-T5 + XF 16-55 mm F2.8 | Red: Komodo + RF 24-70 mm F2.8 Blackmagic Design: BMPCC 6K Pro + EF 24-70 mm F2.8 Sony: FX6/FX3 + FE 24-70 mm F2.8 Canon: C70/R5C/R3 + RF 24-70 mm F2.8 Nikon: Z9 + Z 24-70 mm F2.8 Panasonic: S1H + L 24-70 mm F2.8 | Sony: A7S3/A7M4/A7C/A1 + FE 24-70 mm F2.8 Canon: R5/R6 + RF 24-70 mm F2.8 Nikon: Z6 II/Z7 II + Z 24-70 mm F2.8 Panasonic: GH6 + M4/3 12-60 mm F2.8-4.0 Fujifilm: X-T4 + X 16-55 mm F2.8 | Sony: A7S3/A7M4/A7C + FE 24-70 mm F2.8 GM II Sony: A6400 + E 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 Canon: EOS R5 + RF 24-70 mm F2.8 Canon: EOS R7 + RF 15-30 mm F4.5-6.3 Nikon: Z7 II + Z 24-70 mm F2.8 Nikon: Z50 + Z 24-50 mm F4.0-6.3 Panasonic: S5 + L 20-60mm F3.5-5.6 Fujifilm: FX-T30 II + XC 15-45 mm F3.5-5.6 |
Standalone Gimbal | Single-handed, dual-handed, briefcase, 3rd-gen native vertical shooting | Single-handed, dual-handed, briefcase, 2nd-gen native vertical shooting | Single-handed, dual-handed, briefcase, 2nd-gen native vertical shooting | Single-handed, briefcase, 3rd-gen native vertical shooting |
Expansion | Briefcase control handle, ring handle | Vehicle mount, Steadicam, slider, cable cam, jib | Briefcase control handle, ring handle | N/A |
Axis Locks | 2nd-gen automated axis locks | 2nd-gen automated axis locks | 2nd-gen automated axis locks | 2nd-gen automated axis locks |
Axis Arm Material | Aluminum alloy, Teflon™ interlayers | Carbon fiber, Teflon™ interlayers | Aluminum alloy, Teflon™ interlayers | Aluminum alloy, Teflon™ interlayers |
Appearance | Ronin next-gen gray and black design | Ronin next-gen red and black design | Ronin next-gen red and black design | Conventional design |
Quick-Release Plate | Dual-layered (with adjustable placement guide) | Dual-layered (with adjustable placement guide), extended | Dual-layered (with adjustable placement guide) | Dual-layered (with adjustable placement guide). Positioning slots in the upper quick-release plate |
Fine-Tuning Knob | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Stabilisation Algorithm | 5th-Gen RS Stabilization Algorithm | 4th-Gen RS Stabilization Algorithm | 4th-Gen RS Stabilization Algorithm | 4th-Gen RS Stabilization Algorith |
Shutter Connection | Bluetooth, shutter release cable | Bluetooth, shutter release cable | Bluetooth, shutter release cable | Bluetooth, shutter release cable |
Parameter Setting Screen | 1.8″ OLED full-color touchscreen | 1.8″ OLED full-color touchscreen | 1.8″ OLED full-color touchscreen | 1.4″ LCD full-color touchscreen |
Shortcut | Gimbal mode switch, joystick mode switch | Gimbal mode switch, joystick mode switch | Gimbal mode switch, joystick mode switch | Gimbal mode switch, joystick mode switch |
Focusing System | N/A | 2nd-gen LiDAR focusing system (multi-point) | N/A | N/A |
Video Transmission System | DJI SDR Transmission | DJI Transmission, DJI Ronin Image Transmitter | DJI Ronin Image Transmitter | N/A |
Intelligent Tracking and Composition | DJI RS Enhanced Intelligent Tracking Module | DJI RS Intelligent Tracking Module | DJI RS Intelligent Tracking Module | DJI RS Intelligent Tracking Module |
Expansion Port | RSA port × 1 NATO port × 2 Charging adapter port × 1 USB-C control port × 2 | RSA port × 2 NATO port × 2 Charging adapter port × 1 USB-C control port × 3 | RSA port × 1 NATO port × 2 Charging adapter port × 1 USB-C control port × 3 | NATO port × 1 USB-C control port × 1 |
Battery Design | Detachable | Detachable | Detachable | Not detachable |
Standby Time | Max 30 hours* * Requires the DJI RS BG70 High-Capacity Battery Grip, which is sold separately. Data was measured in a controlled environment. Actual experience may vary. | Max 29 hours* * Require the DJI RS BG70 High-Capacity Battery Grip, which is sold separately. Data was measured in a controlled environment. Actual experience may vary. | Max 29.5 hours* * Requires the DJI RS BG70 High-Capacity Battery Grip, which is sold separately. Data was measured in a controlled environment. Actual experience may vary. | 13 hours* * Data was measured in a controlled environment. Actual experience may vary. |
Charging Time | Approx. 1 hour* * Measured in a 25° C (77° F) environment while using a 65W charger supporting PD protocol to fully charge the DJI RS BG33 Battery Grip. The DJI RS BG33 Battery Grip is not available for purchase in India. | 1.5 hours | 2.5 hours | 1 hour 50 minutes |