DJI Ronin-SC Review + Test Footage! Better than Ronin-S?

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[@shin_ee]

Parker Walbeck, you are always the best teacher to me! haha I started My youtube channel after watching your film course!!! my video getting better cuz you!! thank you !! from south korea

[@noambredelish510]

I love how you're still being completely honest and state out the pros and the cons even though you're sponsored. I love your work and I'll be waiting for another upload!

[@rbolwell]

But he's not sponsored. He stated that he's not being paid to create this review.

[@paulogarber8857]

Hello, my name is Paulo, I am 59 years old and I live in Brazil. Watching your videos is always a pleasure, although I speak English a little fast, I can understand almost everything. The quality of your images, the audio and especially the content and the simple and objective way you do, make our lives easier. Thank you for producing such good videos. Congratulations!

[@AyoolaBoyejo]

A very good job from you, I normally don't watch long video reviews but the pacing of your voice is so engaging and rich that I had no choice than to watch everything.

[@tecwzrd]

3 of my favorite youtubers all uploaded a review on the Ronin-SC at the exact same time!, Tom's Tech Time and iPhonedo also did a great job. You all have different styles of presenting reviews, and I honestly love all of them. Thanks Parker for your quick review that always covers cover the options and key points. The active track is pretty tight, that rule of 3rds option is amazing for newer gimbal users. Hopefully they update Force Mobile so you can see what the camera sees through a software update.

[@ComeToVillage]

Great video Bro

[@alfredoaguilar8480]

I've seen many reviews about many things and this is one of the best I've ever seen. Thanks

[@NarendraDinata]

I like this channel because it's short, solid and clear👍 greetings from Bali🌴

[@MANOLET]

bought this gimbal and now my sony A6400 with SIGMA 16mm f1.4 is perfect 😍

[@HighHatOG]

I just upgraded to the A7ii and am looking for a humble that doesn’t cost more than camera 😭

[@lgkmusic2445]

pro combo? or not?

[@Bro-the-cast]

great that it works for you, I was looking for more promising experiences(such as yours) as the sigma 16 is a pretty heavy lens!! if you could answer :) any restrictions/workaround you faced? what about the active track? (since it will add more weight)

[@Khoubai]

When Parker posts a video about the RONIN SC before DJI itself post it on their Social channels x) Thanks for the review, It fits so good for me as a traveler.

[@seifenhasedreizehn4077]

that means he is making business/pushing a product from a company who knowlingly screws their customers, showing that he is just a guy who wants to make money and sell his own courses as best as he can.

[@keithbrown454]

Nice video and very informative to the utmost. Please keep these very detailed videos coming. I love them!

[@eddiejaoude]

Thank you for making me aware of the space at the back when balancing/mounting - I was only looking at the weight limit

[@markgrgvlogs]

I love hearing your voice and it is really easy to understand about anything you try to explain💯

[@ryancranston]

Thanks for the video 🤙🏾 makes me feel better about my Ronin s 😅 couple updates I’d love to see in the s though 👍🏾

[@thibautpira5885]

Thanks for this review Parker, always great to have an overview for new features on latest technologies! Keep up the good work!

[@chailincl8297]

hello

[@GlenReed]

Thanks for another great review Parker!! Just finished your FCPX editing course and it has definitely helped me a ton!! I can totally tell the difference in my latest videos!!

[@3KINGKEEN]

I’ve been using this thing with my a73+cage & tamaron 28-75 and this thing handles it very well! Was shocked and I just discovered FPV mode so I’m loving it!

[@photographywithbrallan1247]

Im barely gonna buy this, glad to here that setup works as thats what ima run a7iii 17-28 & 28-75

[@PapeSan]

DUDE this is the best Ronin SC out on KZbin (and I've watched a lot of them). Thank you !

[@lc-studio]

Same

[@JENKINS3155]

I just got it

[@twmedia-film]

Are you content with it? What kind of shoots have you been using it for?:)

[@joef.7609]

Great review~! I am glad you showed the different camera setup, that they hit the back motor. That helped me tremendously. Thank you

[@natloziarap]

That was a real fast tech review, all the important included, ty!

[@unggulkirindi6556]

Well, Ronin-SC just launch today and you had review it? Great!

[@HerreDePerre]

Unggul Kirindi he already filmed it but he couldn’t upload it because of the agreement he made with dji.

[@coreymach_]

Really hope Active Track comes to Ronin-S. That's a feature worth having.

[@celebnaur]

Agreed!

[@Adventures2U]

Way to go dude! Thanks for the info, I just picked up a ronin s, and I’m in debate to switch it to the sc, but you helped answered my questions about it

[@dennyeligon]

Great review need this for my vlogs. Smooth gimbal shots!

[@metehanbayburtlu1172]

6:57 wow those dirts on the sensor

[@FarizTGK]

Will these features be coming to the ronin-s? I REALLY HOPE SOO. Fingers Crossed on this one!

[@GregMurrayMusic]

Sick review man. I’ve been looking around for a gimbal and this was definitely helpful!

[@SemPixels]

Planing to start my videography journey and this video has been helpful. Thanks

[@geoffreyklepeis4640]

Any comparisons out there between this and the Zhiyun Weebil?

[@TomasVillegas]

Killer review, shame that DJI didn't consider weight distribution in the design of this. Mirrorless is small, but the lenses are usually pretty hefty and/or long.

[@JeremiahBostwick]

It depends on what sort of shooter you are. The SC is clearly designed with shorter lighter primes in mind. I'm strongly considering this. The 28mm f/2.0, 35mm f/2.8 (until I get the new f/1.8), 55mm f/1.8, and even 85mm f/1.8 are all short, light, and compact enough to fully rotate. The whole point to me is to get smaller, lighter, and more compact (on not just this but all gimbals). The original Ronin-S and it's competitors (like the Crane Lab 3, and Air 2) are just way too heavy to consider for all day or travel shooting. I would say if you're shooting on zooms you already have 3 gimbal options, but you're going to need a bigger and heavier setup.

[@TheSackless]

There's loads of excellent small lenses. Sony 28mm f2, 55mm f1.8, 85mm f1.8, samyang24 f2.8 ect. If you intend to buy an f1.4 them this gimbal isn't for you.

[@skinnypat_]

@@JeremiahBostwick would a a7iii and a sigma art 35mm 1.8 work on the ronin-sc?

[@Zetaphotography]

@@skinnypat_ aad 1yr no answer

[@skinnypat_]

@@Zetaphotography lmao good thing i can answer that now.. I came very far since than😭…looking back that question sound dumb af, I tried the sc and I would nvr buy it.. rather have the s all day

[@longtalljay]

Best review and best review style. Hits every point and fast.

[@dsfarag]

I like how honest you are with your reviews. If something sucks, you say it LOL. Keep it up.

[@Atamaii]

Wonder if this would work with an automated slider to keep the camera on you as the slider moves.

[@globalwarningfilment7192]

That would be so smooth🎥🎬

[@user-yj4qz5lo6k]

yes, has active track

[@maciekkk123]

Great video and inspirational channel Parker. Because of you and your videos I want to try Real Estate and Cinematic Stock Videography. I'll start with small budget, so thinking to get Sony a6300 (no IBIS) + some kind of stabilization. What would you recommend for stabilization for this or similar small and light camera, what are best budget friendly options around $200-450 for Real Estate filming? Is this new DJI Ronin-SC best option at this moment? I saw also your video comparison of handheld stabilizers.. Not sure what would bring nice professional results at the beginner stage - too difficult use or uncertain results can be discouraging..

[@peternavanac9310]

Nice review! Thanks for all the usability tips you gave throughout the review.

[@jennifer_mercado]

Just bought this a had no idea how to use it. This video helped me to understand more about the gimbal.

[@vorpaledgephotography1697]

Here's hoping we get a firmware update for the Ronin-S for some added functionality as well.

[@JIMMY_NEMESIS]

All new feature firmware update is there for Ronin-S ...I was asking the same question and went on google play yeapp in the "whats new" updates it has now Tracking mode and the force mode too " check your app and update

[@DutthDarla]

@@JIMMY_NEMESIS Thanks for the info

[@Highpwrfitness]

VISION0STUDIO doesn’t work. It only shows those features under ronin-sc within the app.

[@CARdiologyTV]

VISION0STUDIO you are wrong, thats not true

[@JIMMY_NEMESIS]

@@Highpwrfitness wow your right this is really sad day for Ronin S owner .. Bummer DJI . lets hope there will give us those features

[@wranglerstar]

Fanatastic video, thank you, I shoot an EOS-R and was about to order, you saved me aggravation,

[@AdamJrBoridas]

i need to test mine! thanks for sharing! love your vlogs!

[@MelnardEdaCinematography123]

6:56 omg that sensor =) =P thanks Parker for your videos. Always great to watch your videos =)

[@DylanKJohnson]

Any idea if these new software features will be rolled out to the Ronin-S as well? As a solo film maker the active track could be game changing for filling yourself

[@Ben-fq1lj]

Dylan K Johnson I hope they do, and $436 or whatever it was, is way too much. Isn’t the ronin-s now a steady $500?

[@TheSickOne5]

More impressed with that neighbourhood!

[@pravinraj_musiq]

i learnt so many things from you guys and thanks for that . I will keep learning from you and please keep posting educational videos like this . i am owning a sony a6100 . I am actually confused what gimbal to buy but totally clear now .

[@Creative7inc]

let's goooo! new day, new gimbal. excited to see how this matches up against the ronin-s

[@GinaCiccone]

this isn't compatible with the canon t5i, right?🥺

[@Mechrank]

It will work i believe

[@theaidanator]

I bought the Ronin S yesterday.... I'm kicking myself to say the least

[@Fibsz]

SAME HERE! F******CKKK

[@AndyHTu]

lol i just bought mine a few weeks ago!!

[@deividaslaukionis]

Bought Ronin S about month ago. A6000 was too light and induced shaking in gimbal Switched to a6400 balances easily. Still too light for perfect stabilization..... I'm lost as I want to switch to this but I do not know if this will be better ://

[@razforceuniverse6091]

TheAidanator mate I am still thinking about buying the ronin s instead of ronin sc

[@sam__richards]

@@deividaslaukionis what lens were you using with the a6000?

[@jeylisoli]

Hi Parker! my bf is a wedding videographer and I started working with him. I still have alot to learn but I do learn alot watching your videos and I also follow Kaylor, she inspires me alot too because just being a girl in this field that is dominated more by man inspires me to let go of my fears. My bf has a Ronin S and is super heavy and I just saw the Ronin SC at the DJI store and I loved it. What sold me out on it is not only that i lighter but also the Lock feature on the SC (my bf's ronin S goes crazy spinning on me when I grab it lol). My bf learned alot following you and and I'm learning too. I love your videos. I hope to meet you and Kaylor one day too! Hello from Phoenix AZ!!!!

[@rumblebproductions4910]

I love the course!! My boss bought it and we are lovin it!! I’ve learned so much.

[@gsguz9702]

As always Parker, your videos are amazing and I learn a lot from them. It would be nice to know if Ronin SC could support the same A7III + Tamron 28-75mm setup, but using the battery grip. The battery grip makes the camera a little higher maybe it could be a problem for the balance. I like this new Ronin SC. I will wait a little more. Thanks Parker Walbeck , Greetings from México....

[@GTXRefael]

oohh boi thats a dirty sensor you got there

[@jgooch99]

Great review. Probably the most honest I've heard so far. Thanks!!

[@vaskoobscura_]

Thanks for all that information. Really helpful. I was thinking of trading in my S for the SC but you are right I would not balance properly. I know with the Ronin S i've been able to swap lenses on the camera while leaving the camera on the gimbal and even though the lenses have different weights the gimbal had no problem adjusting to a setup that was not balanced properly. saves a ton of time when you want to work quick. Thanks for the video.

[@Motoman07]

4:48 reminds me of Atom in Real steel.

[@LOKYMIR]

Zhiyun WEEBILL LAB vs Ronin-SC, I think im going for the Weebill for music video prod and travelling

[@cavs693]

Good review and your shots are more steady than in other videos.

[@tiemji]

Great thanks for this video, it's really good to see so much in depth detail and it's really good before purchasing. 👍

[@monarchpixels]

What is the biggest lens with the sc handle with my Sony a9 and a7r2

[@henkechristoph]

Pls DJI bring the new software features to the Ronin S!

[@bosimvideoproduction836]

TODAY IS THE DAY. My Ronin s has the active track

[@RAYED2008]

@@bosimvideoproduction836 what about the phone mimick

[@cleveland2286]

they can't due to bluetooth bandwidth restrictions

[@FrancescoSignorini11]

Now is ok?

[@cleveland2286]

@@FrancescoSignorini11 They won't. ever. its a hardware issue with the bandwidth restrictions, not the software. Sorry but you're outta luck

[@weddingsinmotionbyjt]

Great video! I purchased this knowing the Ronin S couldn't work with my Lumix G85 w/12-60 lens. This works great even though I've just touched on it's potential. Very informative, thx man!

[@marknosrati9128]

I love this gimbal. I have a Sony A7iii with a Sony 20mm F1.8G. It’s a perfect set up for me. I originally bought the Ronin S but took it back cause it was too heavy.

[@visa-schengenwf424]

man, DJI should pay you for this, no joke.

[@JacoboCastroCristo]

Thanks for the video, can you use the new ronin SC battery with the original ronin S?

[@MoeBerak]

No

[@cyberbrad2480]

i bought my zhiyun crane 2 follow focus and i was thinking about get this one, but your review helped me , so i keep with my zhiyun crane

[@thevisiblehand5439]

Awesome review. I’m all about the active track (one man show) so I’m excited for this.

[@brahimecharqy]

helpfull video 👍

[@theautomationchannel6920]

I am having A6400 + small rig cage + sigma 16mm i was going for crane 3 and then stopped thinking about Ronin SC ....Does it fit me? For one choice without considering the portability >>>> Ronin SC or Crane 3

[@JoshFromPerth]

I too would be interested in how the Sigma 16mm balances with a cage on this rig?

[@dalent5738]

is compatible with A6000???

[@ohnet8809]

AS ALWAYS, GREAT REVIEW!, keep it up! thanks

[@dickyfeb6760]

Love from Indonesia guys ❤

[@jyun3102]

i think ronin-S should have an update to include these features too. Else people who bought the bigger and more expensive device would felt betrayed by the brand

[@jyun3102]

in return hurting the loyalty in the long run

[@RomelMaldonado]

I agree, the Ronin S literally came out last year.

[@CARdiologyTV]

VISION0STUDIO no, there is no active track and other stuff for Ronin S.

[@JIMMY_NEMESIS]

@@CARdiologyTV ohhh wow your right this is really sad for us Ronin S user ... Bummer from DJI

[@jackyyu9560]

VISION0STUDIO Dji will. i heard from the forum

[@Ben-fq1lj]

Let’s take a poll, if you agree that DJI should update their ronin-s with these software features as well give a like 👍🏻

[@ChemistryAmsterdam]

Wauw no commercials!!! +1 👍 Respect 🙏

[@MadamT_]

Oh my gosh your video was so helpful!! Thank you so much!! I have a Sony a6000 and will be using this to film my little KZbin cover songs and vlogs in the recording studios. Thanks!

[@Icezyboi05]

Ohhhh.... Wait, it’s this new video? I just realized that.

[@dcastrignano]

With tamron 28-75. Can I balance it at @50 and then change zoom ranges during recording ? Thanks

[@milkod2001]

You can but you would need to install focus motor and instead of attaching it to focus ring you would attach belt on zoom ring. If you change zoom during shooting manually it would very likely look crap. You can also shoot wider than 50mm and zoom in post. That would be the smoothest and easiest way.

[@tommiegreen]

Why am I even more interested in the making of the camera setups that you use for these videos

[@mishterkhalid3117]

0:31 you look pretty happy with that gimbal.

[@pavelvitek766]

This or Zhiyun weebil?

[@MrSenpaiTV]

What camera and lens for you using on the Ronin SC

[@Hectoralejandroguerrero]

lol

[@BBWinner48]

Great video, love the dunking on the 6 ft. rim...

[@VemcomMiro]

I started shooting with a Sony A6300. I think this is the ideal equipment for my filming. Dji always getting over!

[@John69420]

Thinking about getting one too for my a6300

[@Drugin0]

6:56 Poor sensor - did you cut grass in front of it or what? :D

[@nobodynobody3722]

Are these new software features exclusive to the Ronin-SC?

[@miguelzamora2011]

no, its in the ronin app

[@RomelMaldonado]

I have the same question, I looked at the app and it seems like it's exclusive to ronin SC which is very disappointing seeing that I am an owner of the Ronin S.

[@miguelzamora2011]

@@RomelMaldonado update your app, I can see it on there

[@PischkePerformance]

Great review!! Seems like a bit of an oversight that even the EOS R with a relatively small kit lens hits the gimbal. That would be a perfect combination!

[@jasonlorphotofilms]

I ended up getting the Ronin SC mainly because I have a light Mirrorless camera (Canon EOS R) and I have a small canon 24mm lens. I won't be able to zoom, however, I realize later that I'm going to be moving around with the SC, so I don't need to zoom. So that is why I went with the Ronin SC. It saved me a lot of money and it did what I needed it to do.

[@mrrealfaqs]

As you can see from the video, the dude uses an iPhone with Bluetooth 4.0 . what makes it clear that there is no need for Bluetooth 5.0 for activetrack 3.0 and Force Mobile. This means that this is a temporary marketing feature for selling ronin sc!!!

[@bazrangyasyur]

Oleg Slabuho I think 10R he is using has Bluetooth 5.0

[@fabiankeppler315]

NO NO NO.... We need the firmware updated for the original ronin Since we were all beta testers it would be great if DJI would support the original adopters

[@EddieWDeeDoubleEffect]

always top review !!!

[@cambproductions1374]

awaiting on your full EOS R review! :)

[@princejenesispascua275]

Is the Canon 200D with 18-55 mm lens compatible with DJI Ronin SC? Will the Canon 200D hit the cradle?

[@shantanumishra1312]

Why do good things always come after you have alredy bought something bad..

[@TheSolidus909]

Shantanu Mishra lmao very true

[@daltonrandall4348]

What did you buy?

[@chailincl8297]

hello

[@jacktoddy9783]

Excellent review - very useful - thank you.

[@TJackSurvival]

This was extremely helpful thank you.

[@covengarden]

Is tehere aviable active track and FPV for RONIS S ??

[@Chief-wx1fj]

coven garden i want to know too

[@JustIceTV1]

Hope it's possible!!

[@mypicturesbox]

I also want to know!

[@yanhuaxing3662]

How old is DJI CEO' daughter? 5 years old Good. It is easy to work.

[@kennybudgell]

Thanks for the very thorough review!

[@jenn-lee9905]

Just watched Matti’s video on this. So fun! Love seeing your reviews. Considering this for my gh5.

[@247.mp4]

Might be better to choose the S. The GH5 can get pretty heavy when you adapt some lenses. I use the crane 2 which supports even more than the S and sometimes have trouble balancing it without it hitting the back motor

[@jenn-lee9905]

rarevfx Thanks ! I wondered at what point would it maybe not be best.

[@jeptavisuals]

I have a GH5 + Sigma 18-35, should I buy the Ronin-S or Ronin-SC?

[@John69420]

I guess this does not weigh over 4.5 pounds, you you should go for the sc for the added functionality, smaller size and smaller weight

[@jeptavisuals]

@@John69420 Thanks I still can't decide, but thanks for your advice

[@martinhill3154]

Thanks for those tips. Really helpful

[@cristian15154]

Excellent review!!!

[@nightowl1545]

thank for this honest review, I have limited budget and wanted to start creating content. learning as a beginner and having not to spend a lot of money to start is kinda good motivation for newbies like me. hope one day I can create something that people will enjoy to watch