I film everything on this channel using my iPhone, so when it comes to being able to
create the best content possible, having just picked up the iPhone 13 Pro Max, I’m always
on the lookout for new accessories that will improve the production quality of my videos.
Hello, this is Semplist and in today's video, I will be giving you my review and unboxing
of the DJI Osmo 5.
First on with the unboxing we have the outer box which showcases the DJI Osmo 5 or OM 5
on the front, some featured product photos on the side, standout features on the back
and then finally the DJI logo on the other side.
Removing the cellophane we have this release tab on the side which will open the box.
After opening the box we have some installation instructions on the inside of the front cover.
And onto the contents we are welcomed with this card sleeve which reads “Master Every
Shot” and inside of this sleeve we have various bits of warranty information and a
quick start guide.
Putting that to one side we have the DJI Osmo 5 itself, looking really compact.
We then have the tripod stand with a threaded screw on the top so you could actually use
this with other devices if you wish.
After that we have a phone extension which will basically pad out the space between the
gimbal grip and your phone if you are using a slightly smaller device.
We then have an included USB type A to USB type C charging cable.
Moving on we have a DJI branded wrist strap to keep the gimbal more secure.
And then here we have a magnetic phone mount with the DJI branding across the back, this
also includes a label which indicates which way the camera should be facing when placed
inside the mount.
And then finally we have a DJI carry pouch which is always a nice addition.
Starting with the design if you have owned any sort of DJI Osmo before you’ll realise
the design hasn't changed too much from last year.
The DJI Osmo 5 still relies on this fold up design which has always worked really well
across the Osmo range, however you can see slight variations in terms of grip and button
layout which we will cover shortly.
The great thing about the DJI Osmo 5 this year, is that DJI have managed to reduce the
weight down to 290 grams which is 30% lighter than last year's model, the DJI Osmo 4 - so
definitely a significant reduction overall.
DJI has also managed to reduce the size of Osmo 5, so this year we’re looking at a
25% reduction when compared to the DJI Osmo 4.
Looking at the grip it feels extremely comfortable and I can’t imagine it being much of a problem
if using the Osmo 5 over extended periods of time, especially with the additional weight
reduction.
I definitely think with this sort of accessory, the smaller the better and the DJI Osmo 5
even fits comfortably in a jacket pocket.
The DJI Osmo 5 comes in two different colours, the DJI Grey, which I have to say is slighter
lighter than last year compared to the DJI Osmo 4, this is the colour I chose and it
looks really clean.
We then have an introduction of a Sunset White which again I think is also a great option
if you are not a fan of the DJI grey.
So according to the specs DJI have increased the capacity of the gimbal, stating that it
can now handle 230g plus 60g.
As mentioned I recently purchased an iPhone 13 Pro Max so today I will be trying that
out despite there being no official support for this model, it will be interesting to
see how the DJI Osmo 5 performs with a larger phone plus the case.
Looking at the button layout, on the top left we have the power button which will allow
you to check the battery status with a tap, or if you hold it down, it will power on or
off the DJI Osmo 5.
If you tap the power button twice it will then put the DJI Osmo 5 into sleep mode. and
then to go ahead and wake it up you can tap any other button.
Then finally, if you tap this button four times it will put the DJI Osmo 5 into FPV
mode, which means the camera will turn with your movements.
Below the power button we have the zoom toggle, this will allow you to zoom the camera in
and out.
Next we have the joystick on the upper left, which will allow you to move the gimbal in
the direction you want. The joystick also has a really tactile feeling so great overall.
In the top right we have the recording or shutter button which will allow you to start
a video recording or of course take a photo.
Then below that we have the function button which will, if you tap it once, switch from
the front camera to the rear camera. And then if you tap it twice it will move the gimbal
from portrait mode into landscape mode.
Over on the back we have the trigger, the trigger has a few different functions; the
first function is that if you tap the trigger, the DJI Osmo 5 will turn on Active Tracking,
and using the software, try and figure out the subject you wish to track.
If you go ahead and tap the trigger again this will turn off Active Tracking.
The second function is that if you double tap the trigger, this will re-centre the DJI
Osmo 5 back into its original position so that’s really handy.
Next if you go ahead and double tap and then hold the trigger, this will activate Sport
mode if you wish to capture those faster moving shots.
And then finally, if you hold the trigger this will put the DJI Osmo 5 into Lock Mode
and this will allow the camera to stay motionless and give you complete stabilization on the
camera.
This year the DJI Osmo 5 has a built in extension stick which is a great addition, the extension
stick measures up to 8.5 inches, and allows you to achieve that extra angle which you
may have not been able to achieve with the older models.
One of the main shots I’ve seen filmmakers create with the extension stick, is a low
shot across the floor which traditionally would be quite awkward and difficult to achieve.
So a really nice addition although I am not sure if I will get much use out of it personally.
Like most Apple handsets they come with stabilisation built in so this is the iPhone 13 Pro Max
on it’s own.
And then here is the iPhone 13 Pro Max with the DJI Osmo 5, and as you can see a significant
difference in stabilisation.
The DJI Osmo 5 definitely works with the iPhone 13 Pro Max and that’s including the Apple
Silicone case - the only thing I would say is that you do have to ensure you have the
phone in the correct position.
This means having the holder slightly higher up on the phone if you are using it in portrait
mode to counterbalance against the heavier top end with the iPhone’s camera system.
However, apart from that as you can see the shots look amazing.
Overall I have to say that the DJI Osmo 5 is a great accessory for any camera phone
filmmaker.
I believe DJI has adjusted and improved some of the great features of the DJI Osmo 4 and
Active Track and Shots Guide are a game changer for new filmmakers and the stabilisation is
second to none.
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