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For a long time, I haven't got excited about getting a new product.
When we first got DJI Ronin-SC gimbal in my hand
I want to punch DJI R&D engineers
"Why are you coming so late?!"
Since The Colorbee Photography Life Magazine starts, we use a gimbal for shooting in each episode
From Ronin-2 with the RED camera to as portable as OSMO pocket
No doubt, we used Ronin-S the most
that the gimbal stabilizer is the accessory that we use the most
So, What can gimbal do?
Professional video producers want to use dramatic video to attract people's attention
Filming enthusiasts want to bring a comfortable viewing experience by the smooth footage
The three-axis electronic gimbal stabilizers seem to be the best solution
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We just got a demo unit to test it.
Any review/demo/ experience you saw below that all tested by us for a few weeks
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We have experienced many gimbal stabilizer since we started.
From one brand to the other brand, generation by generation
From portable one to the pro gears.
Each of our episodes relies on the gimbal shot
The gimbal stabilizer used also have their characteristics, each with its use
Also, we summed up the experience we used a lot
Gimbal stabilizer, has to be stable
All the functions and performance we discussed are base on the stability
We have to say that the most satisfying thing about balance is Ronin-s that no doubt
But, its drawback very obvious, Heavy, way too heavy
We have mentioned much time as in previous episodes that 1.8KG weight
I love and hate it
By the time we were filming with our camera only less than 1kg
Another big problem is that the size of Ronin-S
It seems that to aggressive in some public place
It is Ronin-SC, Small, Light, without any compromise
Much smaller than Ronin-S, Three arms and battery getting shorter
X-axis designed to fix length.
You don't need to retrieve X-axis to fold it up.
New three-axis lock function. easy to balance and carry
The shorter arm make everything easy for Sony A7 III camera body
Few centimetres shorten design allows us to take Ronin-SC without giving case or give by someone's hands
Even you could fold it up with camera attached on it. Slide into your bag.
Kindly free your hands
Slightly changes, massive difference
Another impression is their light-weight
It about 700 gram lighter by specification
But don't forget it is 40% lighter by Ronin-S
The weight of 700 grams is the last straw that video shooter disaster
Lighter operation weight means you can do one-handed held
to achieve more camera movement, free to push, pull, follow, move, flip and such
The lighter weight also means that videographer can hold the camera for a more extended shot without interrupting the performance.
DJI put a lot of thought to reduce the weight of this gimbal
For instance, Some parts have made of high strength plastic
Some parts like tripod/grip/plate use a honeycomb design to reduce the weight and size
Ronin-SC featured lighter the ARCA Swiss base plate, not the Manfrotto plate.
Well done! I don't need to carry two types of plate travel with me.
BUT, beware of this! You can't put ordinary ARCA swiss plate such as Peak Design into Ronin-SC quick release.
Ronin-SC uses a new battery, about 30% smaller than Ronin-S battery.
it is NOT compatible with Ronin-S
Someone who wants to use a bigger Ronin-S battery to extend the operation time of Ronin-SC, Please forget about it
Ronin-SC's XY axis locking magnesium also simplifies the design
There is only one screw to lock both X and Y-axis
You might need some time to get used to it
Don't get panic when you try to balance X-axis but the camera start sliding back and force
You can find a little "nob" to hold camera and plate in position
hold onto it, and the camera won't slide again, quick and easy
A handy tips, please lock this nob before you put the gimbal into your bag,
in case its accidentally change position then you will need re-balance it again
In terms of product design, I can only say that DJI is so self-confident
Ronin-SC looks the same as his brother Ronin-S,
There is no significant change in the control unit and overall design of the SC
I was a little bit disappointed. I thought they would bring out a brand new looks product.
Never mind, I paid for the performance, but not the appearance.
DJI put effort on in terms of product details and user experience.
They remove the on/off function on battery, in case you forgot to turn it's off that drain the battery power.
Turn the sleep mode from the previous double-click into a simple click It is easier and faster to switch between the upright position and the upside-down position
Let's talk about performance
I can only say that the recent products of DJI have never let me down
Stable, really stable
SONY A7III with light-weight zoom lenses such as Tamron 28-75mm/Sony 24-70mm and new Tamron 17-28mm
No problem
With prime lenses such as 24mm GM/55mm1.8
No problem
Even they can work with a pair of RODE wireless Go
For your specific camera and lens, Please check out DJI website, you can find out if this gimbal suitable for your gear
The payload of gimbal stabilizer is not the only fact you should consider but also taking into account the size factor of the camera.
For instance, The two cameras we have Z Cam and BMPCC 4K, they are weight about the same 850 grams.
Due to the central gravity of Z Cam was low, we can confidently put it on Ronin-SC, BMPCC was too big and tall, we can't even balance it at all.
The design of this gimbal stabilizer is not merely to increase the power of the motor.
Because it also involves the theory of algorithm and logic control.
DJI did a great job on this since Ronin/Ronin-M/Ronin-2 toward to OSMO pocket
it just a piece of cake for Ronin-SC
The professional videographer's operating experience is also an essential thing we were expecting
The two new features that appear in Ronin-SC make us very excited, really fun. Intuitive Control and Intelligent tracking 3.0
Intuitive control used to look in some professional gear of RONIN 2, and when shooting a film for a vehicle or some intense moves
We can use DJI intuitive controller Force Pro to control Ronin-2 from distance
that setup was little it pricy for personal user
the excellent news that Ronin-SC will be able to control by any smartphone
it is sensitive and responsible.
It doesn't feature a video transmitter.
Therefore, the live view function on Sony A7 III just like a toy--short work distance only a few meters also work very unstable, it is not very practice for me
Let me put in this way, DJI has such great video transmitter solution for their drone system.
Why don't they transform this system into the gimbal system?
Does DJI consider developing a module so that it can use the Mavic drone remote to control Ronin-SC gimbal, and it has a stable long-distance video transmission, Is that cool?
New intelligence tracking 3.0, which is more practical
If you have played DJI drones, know that DJI's Intelligence Tracking is very mature.
As long as you select the object you want to filim on the screen; the drone can automatically follow and filming.
DJI upgrade and transform this function into new Ronin-SC.
You put the camera onto the gimbal, then put iphone on camera by the holder.
Open the App, then select your object on the screen
Done! The iPhone can control your gimbal to follow the subject that you chose.
it is an excellent function for a sports videographer
There were two-points you might need to beware of:
First, You've better of selecting the lens on 16mm to 28mm range.
any focal length longer than 28mm (which is your smartphone equivalent focal)
Sometimes iPhone will struggle to follow
Secondly, Due to the following function relies on your iPhone camera
Anywhere got a dim light condition or low contrast subject
Camera and gimbal did not work so well
Battery life. we use it for about 4~6 hours, mainly depending on the way you operate.
In term of accessories
DJI remain the accessory ports on the side of the controller
It comes with an ordinary cold-shoe mount that you be able to connect with any standard accessories
Like on the video we are showing, we fit a SPARROW head on the side to support Atomos Shinobi to monitor footage in a different angle
Summary
If you take a video just for fun
you can choose a gimbal from any brand any model
Although. Ronin-SC is much lighter than Ronin-S. But it still a full-size gimbal same as the other model
If you are expecting it light as a fether. you might be disappointed
If you are semi-pro or a high-end enthusiastic, I highly recommend Ronin-SC
it is a handy production tool of serious users
deliver beautiful stable image and excellent user experience
Even though DJI declare that gimbal a "one hand operate" gimbal.
I still suggest you hold it by two hands to achieve the next level of image stability
Ronin-SC vs Ronin-S, which one should I buy?
Loading weight is the critical fact
We tested our Ronin-SC could hold A7III with Tamron 28-75mm lens the maximum
But Ronin-S could hold up to Canon C200/BMPCC, even RED camera
Due to much powerful motor, Ronin-S can be used on vehicle setup to against 100km/h speed
Pro gear design for Pro use. no doubt
From the last decade, DSLR starts to feature video function; the personal videography products market boost dramatically.
Nowadays, Drone, Action camera became my every day carry in my bag
DJI design the product to give us a different perspective to see our world
Now, the Ronin-SC take our image quality to the next level
Thanks, Such great fun to use Ronin-SC
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