A Review of The DJI Ronin 4D One Year Later | Not A Gimmick

[@paulb3488]

This is a truly honest review. I purchased the DJI 4D and had to return it due to the terrible rolling shutter and focus issues. Eye focus would be a great improvement. Once they fix these problems, I intend to buy it again. The screen, 4D stabilization and menus are great.

[@TomWadeCine]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed the video. I do hope they add eye tracking

[@JoshSmith-ct3fi]

Did updates fix issues ? What camera did u get ?

[@NeenjaProdux]

What’s the rolling shutter like if you shoot super 35?

[@patrickbaitmen9290]

I love mine every camera has cons but this camera has few and I literally can be shoot ready in under 2 mins which includes me opening the box. Have you tried any third party cine lenses since if so which would you recommend?

[@geor1036]

Great video. I have a question I hope you can answer. Can the dji ronin 4d can be handled as a movie camera? Also does it have a plug to plug in a microphone? Hope to hear from you soon.

[@TomWadeCine]

Yes it can. It’s a great cinema camera. It does not currently have XLR microphone inputs yet but a module is being released. Hope that helps. Cheers

[@geor1036]

@@TomWadeCine thanks for the reply, I just have one more question. Can you mount a canon lens to the ronin 4d, I’m aware that there are mounts that you can put on the gimbal, I’m just curious to know if you can put a canon lens on. Hope to hear from you soon.

[@RyanLogan01]

great review! I’m a fan of companies making professional cinema gear more accessible and this one was revolutionary. I’m a Blackmagic/Panasonic guy but I would seriously start considering this or a new version if my freelance video business starts picking up 😅.

[@TomWadeCine]

Thanks for sharing. I’m glad you enjoyed this video. I’m right there with you, what a time to be alive. Cameras keep getting better and better

[@everonproducties]

Man I’ve really been in a dilemma of selling my fx6 for this. I like the fx6 but I also love gimbals, the fx6 and gimbals dont really go together perfectly so i guess this would be perfect for me

[@TomWadeCine]

I can honestly tell you I love mine. It’s just such a great story telling camera. That being said, I use my A7S3 far more often only because I keep it bare now and its convenient to grab it and go. Serious work that requires planning and a team, the 4D every time

[@everonproducties]

thanks for the info, would you say this is a good cam for a solo operator? The fx6 works great but i think this camera would work way better in my workflow. I do mostly weddings and commercial work. Im planning on buying the remote monitor too if i ever want a second crew member@@TomWadeCine

[@TomWadeCine]

Yes, it shines as a one man band but for weddings, I would personally go with a Sony a7s3. Story telling, hands down this is my main camera. I’m actually shooting 2 stories currently and we do about 1 client shoot with the dji a week. It’s a beast.

[@bradleyrogers8928]

I currently have the S1H but I'm seriously considering upgrading to the Ronin 4D, what would be your take on this. I want to invest in narrative and commercial film making for my company so for me, the appeal is in the innovative shots and the ease of use, no matter the crew size

[@TomWadeCine]

You hit the nail on the head. The ronin 4D is the perfect “one man band” cinema camera that excels at versatility and can go toe to toe with the big hitters.

[@svetlanadomolky1586]

Thanks a lot for this review. Just a few years ago, DJI was a complete unknown in the world of cinema. When we wanted to buy a camera, we went to Canon or Sony. I stayed with Canon until last year, but the XF-605 cured me of Canon for good. No effective stabilization and, above all, totally random autofocus. So, after seeing your video, I think my next camera will come from DJI and never again from Canon. We have DJI drones and their quality is beyond reproach. What's more, DJI offers a service.

[@TomWadeCine]

Glad it was helpful! I love mine and we have been using it for some short stories. I'll be posting a lot more 4D footage soon!

[@eprohoda]

Tom~Thanks. that is good !take it easy~🙃

[@TomWadeCine]

thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed the video!

[@AsuquoTravelsProductions]

I think you should try to test out the L Mount with the LUMIX and Sigma lenses. It’s a night and day difference between the E mount both in Noise and Autofocus.

[@TomWadeCine]

I would love to. I really want the new DJI zoom lens. I’ve only heard good things so far

[@AsuquoTravelsProductions]

@@TomWadeCine I also have the 17-28 also and it's a good lens

[@TomWadeCine]

Do you have the flex system and the remote monitor? I’m thinking about getting the remote monitor

[@AsuquoTravelsProductions]

@@TomWadeCine at the moment I don't have the flex system but also plan to get it. As for the high monitor, I don't see the need for me in my workflow.

[@terminator4652]

What E mount leses do you use? Also did you update the E mount adapter?

[@DOTphysix]

QUESTION: Fellow ronin owner. Curious about your choice of tripod, looking for a recommendation.

[@TomWadeCine]

Just posted a video yesterday lol. I’m using the Smallrig ad-100 currently. SmallRig Fluid Head Tripods AD-01 vs AD-80 vs AD-100 | Which One Should You Buy? kzbin.info/www/bejne/fobEmWmBZdJggNE

[@DOTphysix]

@@TomWadeCine THANK YOU! Watching now.

[@speedbird737]

My Ronin 4D 8K will be delivered to me tomorrow (I'm in the UK) - can't wait!

[@TomWadeCine]

Jealous lol. Congrats! Happy holidays.

[@speedbird737]

@@TomWadeCine thanks you too - just found your channel looks great! working through all your videos keep up the great work!

[@speedbird737]

@@TomWadeCine at least you can swap out the sensor if you still want to go 8k

[@TomWadeCine]

Thank you!

[@TomWadeCine]

I was hoping they would send me one to review🤣

[@redrosevisuals]

Did you end up getting the 8k?

[@TomWadeCine]

No, I’m happy with 6k

[@redrosevisuals]

@@TomWadeCine thanks for making this video, I think with the flex it’s worth it and the rumors have it that whatever else they’re cooking up is to build off of this

[@chauncey602]

If you put that 24mm g master lens in low light that Sony 7s3 won’t have a chance

[@DailyDrivenDeathTraps]

Testing shows that the R4D is actually less noisy at 12800 compared to the a7s3. I thought that was pretty crazy.

[@donbunnell488]

Thanks

[@TomWadeCine]

No problem

[@dontdeletehistory]

good work

[@TomWadeCine]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@yaseen_abbas]

Hey mate, I just watched DP review video and actually the 4D has much better lowlight performance. Check it out

[@TomWadeCine]

It’s great a low light I was just saying compared to my a7s3, I was spoiled.

[@yaseen_abbas]

@@TomWadeCine check out the DP review you’ll see some pretty cool tests showing it’s actually better than the a7sIII

[@TomWadeCine]

@@yaseen_abbas interesting, I’ll check it out.

[@goliathonscave9834]

Whoops, I just posted this...3 months late! LOL! But that's not the only channel saying it's better. The "Erwin Marionneaux" channel does a nice comparison of it against the Sony A7IV