7 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW - DJI RS 3 Mini Review

[@willfullyinformed]

Honestly, it's using it as a professional for me. I've been running and shooting real estate for years for my business, and after all this time/experience, the worst thing I do are video shoots because of the weight. Every time I go out I sigh knowing at how fatiguing and obnoxious it is to carry the gimbal around for 1-4 hours depending on the shoot (I work out hard 5 days a week). I just purchased this to replace my Zhiyun Crane 2S in an attempt to change the difficulty of having so much weight, and I'm completely blown away. This thing feels almost like a cell phone gimbal with A7S3 and the 16-35 G Master prime lens sitting on it. I have a full-long video shoot tomorrow so I'll know more, but obviously I've shed around 4 lbs which is massive, and testing it in my home it feels incredible. There are some negatives, and maybe I'm wrong, but it seems like the battery handle is not replaceable like the RS 3 Pro, but that's all I care about personally. Cheers

[@joshmcca]

That is exactly why I'm buying it! I hope it is working well for you.

[@xdev7465]

Can you tell me the cons of this gimbal??

[@TimeTraveller969]

Got the R4 Mini a couple days ago... It works great with my Canon R6 MII with either the 14-35mm f4, my 24-105mm f4 L. Love the combo.

[@Rickydbaby]

Can you setup active track with the rs3 mini?

[@azizulzulzaha]

I need to know if it can handle zve10 with a powerbank attached, rodemicro, 16-55 sony, smallrig cage

[@TwoWheeledHepkat]

I haven’t looked into a gimbal in years because they were just way too expensive for how little I actually need one. But for this price, it’s time to reconsider. Thanks!

[@DavidManningvlog]

That's exactly the use case I see! It's cheap enough to add it to the bag, even if you're not using it a ton!

[@laneferal6756]

They were almost 50% off multiple times and secondhand

[@cameroneustice]

David, quick tip from someone who now uses a Dji ronin SC constantly for my sports videos, use a grey sharpie and mark the end of your brackets so you don't have to rebalance your camera every time. Saves me time not having to rebalance and then check the app, etc. Love the idea of this gimbal I'm finding 3-4 hours battery (summer, outside) with my Sc, and may have to take a look at this one in the future for my Canon m50II

[@DavidManningvlog]

Dude, that's genius!

[@Corman911]

This just might be the one for me. Thanks for the video. Glad to see you are feeling better.

[@DavidManningvlog]

Oh man, we’ve survived the plague! That was a wild few weeks. Pretty sure that’s the worst sick that I’ve ever had. Back to life now though and ready to rock 2023! You off on any fun winter RV adventures?!

[@Corman911]

@@DavidManningvlog we will be spending several weeks in the Everglades and the Keys. Should be a fun winter.

[@justinkd]

I’d almost compare this to the crane 3 but slightly better with its load. But do you think you’d be able to configure and use a smartphone on this too?

[@DavidManningvlog]

Yeah, the RS Briefcase handle has a 1/4" mount on the side of it, so you could add a magic are right there with phone mount👍

[@davedue6835]

can you share the link of the handheld arm? Thanks!

[@megapixelblog]

@2:10 The gimbal is overloaded with the weight of 1.6 kg. As soon as the camera was used, the motors gave way.

[@DavidManningvlog]

Nope. Works great with 1.6kg on there👍

[@agenericaccount3935]

What are you even talking about. Gimbal wasn't even powered on yo.

[@PeterLazar]

A7s iii is not much heavier than A7 iii. With a lighter lens it should be fine. Right? Thanks,

[@OliBaitsMedia]

Just got mine and using a Lumix S5 with S Pro 24-70. Works great 👍🏼

[@abovetheaction]

Hi David, do you have a link to the handle you are using

[@matthewjamesduffy]

Great video thanks for sharing. I think this is just what I have been looking for. I do some light travel videos and a few hero shots of the baked breads for my content. I shoot with an A7IV and usually a 24mm G master lens, would this be comparable/compatible like the A7SIII ?

[@DavidManningvlog]

Absolutely Matthew! I have the A7iv as well and this thing sounds great on there👍

[@matthewjamesduffy]

@@DavidManningvlog Awesome just what I wanted to hear!

[@johnm24]

Is it possible to put a gimbal on a slider? Looking for multi axis movement. Curious if it can work.

[@DavidManningvlog]

Absolutely. Might be a bit cumbersome, but all gimbals have a 1/4-20 thread on the bottom. Although I feel like a dedicated slider motion tracking head would be much more ideal👍

[@johnm24]

@@DavidManningvlog I appreciate the response! Is there a motorized pan/tilt head that you recommend?

[@AriffSuffian]

With the Peak Design plate fit?

[@joenguyenle7018]

Does this have active tracking? Like following and focusing on an object.

[@mikeschons1320]

I love mine so far. I picked it up for use with my A7C and it works wonders. I was using it for 4+ hours the other day and when I was finished, it still had 65% battery life. I don't think it was turned off the whole time. My bag is a little small for it because up until now, I ran a pretty minimal kit, but I'm making do. Great video! Quick question, you mentioned that you're getting control of the ISO with the front dial via bluetooth?! That would be amazing, I have to have the cable setup to get anything other than start/stop recording, etc.

[@Parrothed5150]

How about comparing it to the RS3? You still need some accessories, right? No case comes with it or briefcase handle.

[@DavidManningvlog]

Yeah, I picked up the RS briefcase handle separately, but I don’t plan on getting any sort of case for the mini. It’s so small, that I’ll be able to tuck it right into my backpack without needing a separate case. That always felt bulky with my SC2, but this thing is so tiny, it fits without a problem!

[@Parrothed5150]

So you’d take a RS3 mini over the RS3?

[@DavidManningvlog]

For my use case, absolutely! Like I said in the use cases, for travel, light use, or for compact cameras, I really don’t see why you would want “more gimbal”. If you’re filming full day shoots like weddings or big commercial projects, I think it totally makes sense to get something larger. But man, the size of this gimbal makes it a no brained for me!

[@shadostorm8375]

Its an awesome Gimbal. I use it for all my commercial and travel filming. Only issue i have it couldnt roll 360 completely with my FX30. The motor couldnt hold the weight.

[@Hobbies4Hire]

Great job on the video David! Thanks for making it. That looks like a compelling offer from DJI. Can it mount the existing DJI follow focus motor? I've been on the fence about a gimbal, and since I have an A6400 that I sometimes like to use C-mount lenses on (so no auto-focus) I've always been curious if I could use that setup on something that small.

[@drfunkmaster]

This is what I what to know.

[@DavidManningvlog]

I feel like you COULD, but this for sure wouldn't be ideal for that setup

[@Hobbies4Hire]

@@DavidManningvlog Thanks again!

[@clifffawcett]

Good to see you David!

[@DavidManningvlog]

Man, so happy to be back Cliff! Our whole house was sick for three very brutal weeks. Time to get back to it now!

[@clifffawcett]

@@DavidManningvlog Sorry you guys were all sick! Glad you’re feeling better and back at it! I got a drone for Christmas (DJI Mini 2) and I’ve been out learning to use it! Excited

[@brucex.8045]

Hi David, can peak design capture v3 plate work on this DJI mini 3 gimbal?Thank you!

[@chicojuanito395]

can that itty bitty thing REALLY perform with a full frame camera and the gigantic GMaster lenses........

[@DavidManningvlog]

Sure can! In my testing I was flying for about an hour in each location and there weren't really any limitations to the size except that I couldn't put longer lenses on there beyond the 24-70

[@metomyoujane]

How about 24-105mm f4.0? Isn't that similar size and weight to 24-70 GM? Cheers

[@mian3446]

Great video. Only missing element if someone film on gimbal than most likely you would want a Rhode mic. What happens to performance if adding a Rhode mic with the 24-70 set up?

[@mikeschons1320]

I don't know about with that setup, but I use the Rode VideoMicro and it works well, but the cable sticking out the back does touch the rear arm when I get low with it. Hope this helps. 😊

[@RafaelSwit]

Hmm… curious if you were to use it with Falcam quick release system and the cage, would you be able to mount the camera in BOTH vertical and horizontal orientation just to the f38 quick release plate installed to vertical arm alone. That would completely remove the need for that default horizontal mounting arm.

[@DRobertson725]

will this do active track using the Panasonic S5M2 camera instead of using the DJI add-on raveneye for tracking?

[@MyPortugueseCulture]

I just picked one up open box price for $228 dollars. I love the gimbal

[@bryanpak9314]

Do you have the ulanzi quick release attached to the gimbal to make it easier to remove camera from gimbal quickly? Right now I have the quick release on my camera and don’t want to reconfigure everything.

[@bilalrasheed5450]

thanks for the video buddy 😇 i was having a doubt that does it work with sony 24-70 f2.8 in vertical mode after buying the rs3 combo 😅

[@maximusaugustus6823]

Would that also accommodate the camera+battery grip?

[@lesliemargarita8734]

Just got this one for wedding days because the arm and hand pain at the end of the night is horrible. I go handheld for the last 2-3 hours of the reception so the battery life should be good enough for me.

[@Deeveed]

Back in the day balancing gimbals was suchhh a long task. I couldnt believe how easy it was to balance the ronin

[@DavidManningvlog]

It's crazy how quick it is now! I'm pretty sure I can balance this gimbal in easily under a minute🙌

[@veesoho93]

Great video, and i love yo hoody !

[@muhamadiqhfa1166]

where did you buy briefcase handle?

[@shubhampathak8220]

I’ve sony a7c with samyang 35-150 and its very front heavy, what should i do please tell me?

[@DavidManningvlog]

That's a beast of a lens! I think there's counterweights somewhere that you can buy to make up for the front heavy side of things

[@CiaraMcKelvian-y3b]

Just a note: Does not have the raven eye action tracking option that the RS3 has

[@kennlw5]

Fantastic video, I just got mine. I’m watching your video again got to say the arms were a little stiff, took some effort to balance it, but once balanced all good, EOS are with adapter and 16 to 35F 2.8 version three lens and road wireless go version one all balance perfectly surprising👍🏾😊

[@nulu5000]

hello would you recommend the dji rs3 mini for my Sony a7iii with a 24-105 lens?

[@joshuachubbphotography]

Is there a link for the handle?

[@DavidManningvlog]

Here's the Amazon link👍amzn.to/3QRunaU

[@losttravelingbackpacker3757]

Does the DJI Ctrl on the handle work for iPhone? As on my iPhone? I have a small, rig cage, light mic set up. the other small gimbal for phones won’t handle the weight

[@rakelyribeiro8277]

I got mine last week and I LOVE IT 😍

[@CrisLopezVlogs]

Great video. Would you recommend this gimbal for walking while filming yourself style of Vlogging? Or would that be over kill?

[@AdventuresByAdam]

I love your videos, you're always killing it!! Keep it up buddy!!

[@DavidManningvlog]

Thanks NadeKillz! I appreciate you watching!

[@iambrian8170]

Ronin never fails. Just like how DJI usually does it, a lightweight portable version without compromising quality.

[@kyleboselli3196]

Does anyone know if the mini will work with a7iv + 35 1.4 gmaster or sigma 85 1.4 Art lenses?

[@rhyansanpedro]

This looks pretty damn good! I've been thinking about getting one and this may just pushed me over the line. Awesome as always David!

[@DavidManningvlog]

That's awesome Rhyan! For me, it's the price tag that I think is going to put this in a lot of people's bag. It really is crazy to see a gimbal this good at that price!

[@rhyansanpedro]

@@DavidManningvlog I'm kinda wondering , would puting an Ulanzi F38 quick release plate work on this so I wouldn't have to balance it each time I use it?

[@mikeschons1320]

@@DavidManningvlog Yeah, you're telling me! I just picked mine up in Thailand, where for whatever reason it was only $325 after the conversion rate. I had to jump on it.

[@Milledge.Austin]

Ok, how did you keep a straight face through all of those innuendos? Haha Loved the video, though. Great, thorough review!

[@DavidManningvlog]

It took three takes to do it without laughing🤣

[@I.o.a.n.n.i.s]

Does anyone know if the handgrip mount of ronin sc, is compatible with rs3 mini?

[@DavidManningvlog]

If you mean the briefcase mount, then you’re looking for the RS Briefcase handle👍

[@ahmedelshall8946]

1st thanks for your nice and amazing videos.. I am using my setup for dental shooting , but I want to dive through vediography , want to do artistic dental vediography. . So I want to ask if the dji 3 mini will handle my setup. That's my setup , Canon eosR with Canon macro lens 100mm RF . Also, I want to ask if can I fix led light on the cam. Or the gimbal while vediography. Thanks & best regards

[@user-jy4ix7dj7p]

This gives more chances to most of us who use mirrorless cameras to have access to professional quality equipment. Nice one!

[@lockehollandknight]

What briefcase handle do you use?

[@shadostorm8375]

Thats a Smallrig one.

[@ChillVibesAT]

Can i use the samyang 85mm 1.4 and sigma 24 70 2.8 with the sony a7iii?

[@stefanbernhard2710]

Wonder if that thing can handle my 5d mk4; sigma 14-24 setup

[@andreschairez8825]

I always stay for the after clips shots! Lol totally a great ending

[@tmcnicho]

Come on Ulanzi how about a F38 quick mount for this thing?!

[@stephenbrowne7598]

Just fyi 850g weight is without the tripod mount, but still very light with tripod mount (about 970g from memory).

[@ShaundonProductions]

The puns at the beginning 😂😂😂😂

[@iberahims]

Just bought mine!

[@DavidManningvlog]

You’re going to be stoked!

[@bbfocus]

Do the bluetooth controls work with the Sigma 24-70mm lens? If not, do the bluetooth controls on the rs3 pro work with the Sigma 24-70mm lens? THANKS GUYS. I cannot find this answer.

[@bbfocus]

OH and amazing video man. I subscribed. So good. Sometimes, I take these videos for granted but so much work went into this and it shows. Keep up the good work. Please! Haha

[@amanichristopher719]

Honestly one of the best explainer David. Big up bro. U made me purchase this thing.

[@FullFrameStudio]

In my cart right now

[@nightfury2286]

Is it support canon eos 80D?

[@twin2turbos]

I wished it supported raven eye

[@eldredallen4536]

I just received this gimbal and when I move about and the pan motor is adjusting it never settles back into facing straight forward like yours seems to do. I always have to double click the front trigger to get it fully recentered, am I missing a setting? It’s frustrating that it always stops off axis on the pan motor and not straight forward.

[@kallenbach58]

It doesn't have active track. Don't know if I will need this feature...

[@Wklambert]

I like it. Especially the size. Can't help but notice tho, when you set it down, there is quite a bit of wiggle. I assume it's due to the weight its flying, but is that normal?

[@YoussefHallouly]

Yo ! Question, does it fit inside the top of your Jumper Brevite bag ? Thanks

[@DavidManningvlog]

If you take off the tripod feet and horizontal arm (like when in portrait mode) it fits easily! If you leave the horizontal arm on there, it's a bit snug, but you can make it work👍

[@YoussefHallouly]

@@DavidManningvlog Thanks man!

[@viewfindermedia3188]

Which is that rear handle?

[@DavidManningvlog]

Briefcase handle

[@The_Ginge]

See...see..see, this is what happens when I save dough and get a thing I wanted. A newer, better, more mobile and useful version of the thing comes out shortly after lol All joking aside, I got the RSC2 not too long ago and...well, it's AWESOME, but also she chonky. This little guy would do sooo much better on the move in the woods where I spend 90% of my creating time. Question for ya: I know you're familiar with (and own, if I'm not mistaken) Ulanzi's F38 quick release system...can the quick release plate attach to this gimbal? If so....I may be sold.

[@DavidManningvlog]

Tis the life of tech! Ya get something sweet, and then something sweeter comes along! The RSC2 is super dope though and I love that gimbal! As for any of these gimbals, Ulanzi makes a quick release base for the F38 that you can mount to any of these plates and they fly great, BUT they make one specific to the RSC 2 that I love! www.ulanzi.com/collections/falcam-f38-quick-release-series/products/f38-quick-release-system-for-dji-zhiyun-stablizer?aff=628

[@MartinV.]

Great Video!!

[@jasonlindquistmedia]

super stoked on this, mine will be here tomorrow, coming from ronin M , this is a no brainer.

[@MauriceMercado]

Happy 2023!!!!!!! BRAH!!!!!

[@DavidManningvlog]

To you to Maurice! Stoked to see what you create this year!!!

[@theradbradnc4386]

which is better zhiyun weebill 3 or RS 3 mini?

[@Josev-TV]

I have a zhiyun crane 3s pro and tbh, it’s wayyyy too big and too much for what I need it to do. It’s also not user friendly so I’ve been considering switching to something smaller and this looks very compelling

[@MrEddieNunez]

I want the RS 3 Mini just because it’s so cute 😂😂

[@abhijeetkurup]

Hi Dave 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@RafitaInvita]

Awesome. I record vids just for fun and as a hobby. And i always struggle with the stability of videos. I used my phone for a long time, then dji pocket 2. But i want to start using my camera. I have a gh6, and i have been looking at gimbals for some time. I think this would be perfect for me. I liked your vid. Thanks for the input

[@DavidManningvlog]

That’s the perfect use case for this gimbal! Like you, I don’t film a ton with a gimbal, just here and there. Having this little guy is going to be perfect for that!

[@RafitaInvita]

@@DavidManningvlog im hlad i found your channel. As mentioned before. I started not long ago and im just casual. But getting amazing tips and feedback makes it easier for us beginers.

[@TomSweeneyVideography]

Do you know if this would be able to support the BMPCC 4k with a sigma 18-35mm lens? Just wondering if the size will be too big?

[@DavidManningvlog]

I don't have a BMPCC 4k, but I would imagine that would be too large for this setup. I don't think weight-wise, but size-wize

[@TomSweeneyVideography]

@@DavidManningvlog Ahh yep I thought so, thanks though!

[@wildzenventures]

Very cool! I haven’t looked into gimbals for a couple years due to the pricing and the size, but this looks really interesting! Always bringing us cool new, useful items 😁

[@bobhope1084]

Can I fit my gh5 on this ?

[@maxsaltykov]

My lens is 19 cm and this gimbal can’t handle if even though the whole setup is 1.4 kg. I got sigma 18-35 mm with Meike adapter

[@papsny]

Instead of getting lightweight gear to use throughout the day, i ended up just exercising and going to the gym so i don't have to compromise on gear just because it has some weight to it.

[@DavidManningvlog]

🤣🤣🤣

[@Themaster31415]

What about exercising and reduce reducing the gears weight?

[@Hook0403]

Bonafied meat head right here. 😂🎉

[@ninoventurafilms]

can it fly with sigma 24 to 70 ?

[@colinnorman2853]

Wondering the same thing…

[@teamsaunz]

This maybe a dumb question but I will ask anyways…is it for action cameras too?

[@DavidManningvlog]

I suppose you COULD use this for an action camera, but I for sure wouldn’t. In general these days, I don’t use action cameras on gimbals. The digital stabilization is just so good! But I were to use one, I would opt for something even smaller than this👍

[@OleYoule]

I have RS2 and I’m satisfied 😂

[@Coop1090]

what about an r6 mkii 😅

[@carltoncain9966]

definitely a far cry from the Zhiyun, Im glad DJI decided to release a mini version of the Ronin gimbal

[@albertosoto6213]

Much love bro and God bless you abundantly with good health for you and your family, May this year be your best season yet! Thanks for the vids it’s always great learning more about all this new tech gear coming out.

[@MotoMatt418]

I absolutely cannot get my Ronin SC (original) to balance the A74 + Sigma 24-70.

[@rodc271]

Was happy with mine until it developed the common 1009 error.

[@troywalt4834]

I just sold my rsc2 and bought this instead, first of all rsc2 was a nightmare to pack into a bag, second the plate was the most annoying thing ever since you have to remove it every time because it's big, third this thing doesn't have bluetooth to record so you have to use a cable.... so I was like alright I hate rsc2 j am getting the rs3 mini

[@DavidManningvlog]

I think you’ll be very stoked on the swap👍

[@guyfawkes7682]

Hello: I have a comment. Like many of your viewers / subscribers, I think you as well as all those out there in the KZbin-verse that has provided your well produced unpacking / beginner's guide / best gimbal review and like have missed the boat on ONE simple aspect regarding the DJI RS3 Mini gimbal - the setup due to the poorly manufactured guide rails absolutely SUCKS!!!!! And as a reviewer, I have yet to see anyone mention that the guide rails for the various arms are difficult to adjust and tighten. I arms move a little bit better; however, the two connected that impact the camera itself are the problem that I see. My setup is easy - Sony a7 IV with a 17-35mm f4 Sony lens. Well, because of the poor build/design of the DJI RS3 mini, one has to constantly dismantle and put all camera trays to the base position so as to allow the gimbal to be stored. Unlike the Pro version of the RS3 - the short length of the gimbal arms do not allow you to stow away the gimbal (anywhere) without placing the trays / arms back to 0. Well, that means every time I want to use the DJI RS3 mini I have to re-adjust all of the arms & trays to balance it. Have you tried moving the various trays up & down the rails - YOU CAN'T and then try to tighten them with those small finger breaking knobs. DJI has done a terrible job at manufacturing and providing a smooth finish of paint to allow the close tolerances of the clamps to move among themselves. i constantly have to diggle the trays with the camera on it to get it to move up or down the rails. UGH!!!!! This manner of adjustments has made my use of the DJI RS3 Mini (which I purchased on your's & other's recommendations) most UN-ENJOYABLE!!!! So, I stopped using it altogether, as it is lying in several un-serviceable pieces on the garage floor at the moment. So, I took out my old Zhiyun WEEBILL-S gimbal - tried and true that has never let me down. Quick setup and you don't have to also setup the lower arm as on the DJI RS3 mini. I hold true to the simple notion - if it doesn't work - then it does not need to be in my bag. Next time, try to tell us about UGH factors in these contraptions as they cost us quite a pretty penny. And when they fail to be useful, it's a good waste of hard earned money as well. Peace OUT !!!!

[@tor2919]

Can’t decide between the RS3 Mini or the RS3. The main issue with the mini seems to be that it can’t fold up fully while still being balanced. It needs to stay in its half folded position and then it’s actually less packable than the RS3. It also doesn’t feature the auto lock feature which seems like a big time saver. And the RS3 also has the super smooth feature which the mini lacks, this puts the motors into overdrive and seems useful when for example filming from cars. Cost isn’t a factor. The only argument for the mini, and it’s a big one, is that I am travelling and fully packed the mini is indeed small. What’s your thoughts?

[@viewfindermedia3188]

Briefcase handle

[@DavidManningvlog]

Yep

[@DenmasUlin]

3:35 awokawokawok... 🤣🤣🤣

[@Master-Baiter]

I got mine brand new for $150 😃

[@SantoshAM]

Review without the sample videos ?

[@DavidManningvlog]

Gimbal sample videos don’t make a lot of sense. They’re all super smooth these days, it’s much more about the specs that set them apart👍

[@imeanbillya]

Drink every time he says fly

[@clausstahl5166]

In my opinion there are 2 major downsides. There is no auto lock like the bigger models have. If you want to put it back in your backpack you have to balance it again because of the ergonomics.

[@DavidManningvlog]

Yeah, I'm back and forth on the auto-lock thing. Without having to rebalance, I can still get this thing to a super compact mode. MORE compact if I mess with the slides, but even without doing that, it's so dang small that it's pretty easy

[@eprohoda]

Amigo! you did excellent dji, do you want more subscribers?

[@mlzphoto-official]

why do you americans keep saying "super"? just say "very". it is super annoying, stop it!

[@DavidManningvlog]

Super.