Dji Ronin SC Setup and How to Balance

[@tommy-vella]

Thank you for this great How To! Did you manage to balance the ronin sc with the Sony a6400 and your Tamron 28-75 or will it hit the motors at the back because it is to front heavy?

[@JakeSloan]

I haven’t tried that combo yet but I will!

[@tommy-vella]

@@JakeSloan Thank you! :)

[@tianjay]

@@tommy-vella I'm trying to balance the Tamron 28-75 on my A7iii and it's almost impossible... spent about 3 hours on it so far and just keep getting Pan Axis errors... hopefully Jake has more luck 😳

[@tommy-vella]

@@tianjay Thank you :)

[@criscokidd1]

Do you use counterweights for Sony 6000 to aid balancing especially with Sigma 16mm 1.4?

[@johnbrittingham4471]

Your tutorial is way better than DJI's, you actually explained every step and explained what the two cables do. Good job!

[@JakeSloan]

Thanks!

[@damitdustin]

Dude..thank you. You just saved me a bunch of time and forcing me to realize it was user error and not an issue with the gimbal, lol.

[@JakeSloan]

Nice!

[@n.ganesh2084]

Thanks!

[@JakeSloan]

You’re welcome

[@coopsexperience]

This is by far the best video I've found. Each time i get a new setup i come back to this video. I've tried others and they miss half the stuff you talk about. Thank you!

[@JakeSloan]

Thank you!

[@Lc_Sebastian]

i dont understand the dislikes. The title says it all. How to balance. Its a straight forward process and this guy made it simple. Thanks for the video! ;)

[@JakeSloan]

Thank you and you're welcome!

[@Colazsmithtv]

I tried everything to balance my ronin sc and even though everything shows up excellent in the balance test, the gimbal just does the weird thing where it flips and just won't work as it should. Can u help....any advice ?

[@JakeSloan]

Does it work at all? It sounds like maybe the camera is sitting up to high but if you have balanced everything exactly as I show in this video the. It’s possible the gimbal is damaged and you would need to contact DJI support to see about that.

[@Colazsmithtv]

@@JakeSloan I followed all the steps and did everything and I just wont work the way it should. I'm using canon m50 with it. , only ever used the gimbal about 3 times b4 the problem stated and been watching all sorts of videos to see if anyone else had similar problems.

[@TSIfilms]

I appreciate this, and the other 2 videos related to the ronin sc. I've searched and no one else got into detail the way you did. thank you

[@JakeSloan]

Glad it was helpful!

[@frednorman1]

I must be missing something I don’t understand the cable that you use at about 2:00. Do you absolutely need to use the cable in order to use the Ronin? They sent me two cables that don’t fit my canon 70 D.

[@JakeSloan]

You don't need the cable to use the gimbal only if you wanted to start and stop the camera recording from the gimbal

[@angusparvis1]

How do you attached the mic on the left side of the camera? Is that special device like a bracket? Thx

[@JakeSloan]

This is the plate I use to move the mic off to the side: amzn.to/2Z6PjOw Cheers!

[@johnaryan2]

You're a lifesaver man! This was the 4th(?) tutorial the others just messed me up. Finally start to finish and all works as I'd hoped!

[@JakeSloan]

Thank you

[@sethscarborough9709]

​@@JakeSloan ​ I'm just getting my head turned around on the cable thing. Which cable allows you to use in body stabilization? Thanks! 😅

[@850Tech]

10 minutes of Gold ❤

[@JakeSloan]

Thanks

[@RaymondToms]

Great tutorial Jake. A lot of people have front-heavy balance issues, even though the camera-lens combo is well under the max weight. I have the Sony RX10 M4 with the Ronin SC. Because of the heavy lens, it is possible to balance, but the eyepiece hits when tilting the handle down. Solution is from DJI but not well advertised. They sell a counter balance system that works very well. It is cleverly designed to hang out the left side, well clear of the gimbal, allowing full movement..

[@JakeSloan]

Wow interesting I didn't know they started to sell a counter balance system. Thanks for sharing that!

[@avatardrones]

Hi Jake, our camera is a Canon 750D and doesn’t have a port for any of those cables. Are the cables not needed for our camera or only for specific cameras? Thanks, Rob

[@JakeSloan]

You don't need the cable connected to make the gimbal work only if you want to remote control the camera from the gimbal. I run mine without a lot. It's not that hard to reach up and start recording with the shutter button. The biggest downside is you loose the ability to do motion time lapses etc. Cheers

[@avatardrones]

@@JakeSloan thanks for the quick reply! Additionally, is there a way of making the gimbal not “pan” as were walking around with it? If we want it to stay facing straight while we move, is this possible or is this just one of the downsides that will happen/have to get used to. Thanks again, Jake! 😄

[@HarleyVlogs]

literally ignored my gimbal since ive had it because I could sort it out so for the first time in 5 months following this I actually got it set up thank you

[@JakeSloan]

You're welcome! Glad it helped!!

[@jongmaster2]

What's the name of that microphone bracket you have?

[@JakeSloan]

This is the small rig plate I use: amzn.to/33wPpmg (affiliate link) for the mic bracket. Cheers!

[@jongmaster2]

@@JakeSloan Thank you so much. I'm just starting out with a camera rig so this will help me so much!

[@MaryanCernea]

Hello! 1. Is the Canon 250d DSLR compatible for connecting to this stabilizer models? 2. What is the difference between this package / model and the PRO COMBO? Thanks in advance! ✌

[@JakeSloan]

It would stabilize it however it might not control the camera shutter. The difference between the two packages is the pro combo includes a focus/zoom motor and control wheel with it. Cheers!

[@MaryanCernea]

@@JakeSloan and this is a serious problem??

[@JakeSloan]

no it isn't you will just have to start/stop recording by using the button on the camera. You also may not be able to use some of the smart features like motion time-lapse etc

[@MaryanCernea]

@@JakeSloan thanks, have a nice day✌️👋👍

[@IgalMRFilms]

How is the spacer plate called I am looking for it in Amazon and B&H and can’t seem to find the one you are using. Thank you very much for the tutorial.

[@JakeSloan]

You are looking for a camera riser plate? geni.us/uloyUi something like that? Or something else?

[@stephenfuller766]

You use all the right phrasings to make this comprehensible one shot. thank you

[@JakeSloan]

Thank uou

[@readysetdrone]

Hey Jake. Thanks for this video. I just recently upgraded(?) from the Ronin S to Ronin SC - I found the S to be a bit too complicated and heavy - esp since I shoot most stuff with the Panasonic GH5, which is a pretty light camera. Anyway, glad you could walk me through the set up. Much appreciated!

[@JakeSloan]

Thanks Kelly!!! I really appreciate that! Enjoy your ronin SC

[@jshcstro]

Hey Jake, im having trouble balancing my Sony A7C with my tamron 28-75 will this combo not work?

[@JakeSloan]

It should but you will likely have to move the camera all the way back to where it just barely clears the rear arm

[@davee6916]

Hi Jake Sloan, Am very new to the whole gimbal world and currently on the hunt for one to add to my mini arsenal of goodies. I am looking for the auto track capabilities of the gimbals since am a one man show for the most part and have the need to have at least one camera to be able to track my subject mainly panning not too much of tilting. Whats the purpose of connecting the gimbal to the camera? What other gimbals with auto track would you recommend that has at least 10 oz payload that can be used with phones? Am looking to use two phones for streaming to multiple locations. Hope that you can point in right direction.

[@JakeSloan]

I would recommend taking a look at the Osmo Mobile 3 from DJI: click.dji.com/AFAag0bJUsj0IGBfriuaiw?pm=link (affiliate link) It has excellent auto tracking features and works well with larger phones as well as small phones. That would be my choice to use to do what you are describing.

[@davee6916]

@@JakeSloan appreciate the info. I was looking at camera gimbals for their payload because I would pretty much be using two cellphones. One to send signal to social media and other to follow target. (Edit sorry brain wasn't connected to hand movements at tgat time... 🙃)

[@JakeSloan]

Ahhhhh yes I see. You could use something like this then and it would work well. You might need to add some weight to the phones so the gimbal can properly balance though.

[@davee6916]

@@JakeSloan got it. But I was looking at Max payload... might be cutting it close. I will look search more about thr current weight of phones am using. Really appreciate the input.

[@MattSpider]

hello Jake, Great video. I'm having terrible difficulty trying to balance my set up. The camera will not stay in position when I try and lock the gimbal. It just swings back up to the lens pointing at the sky. Ive tried adjusting it so many times but I can't get it to work. What do you think? Thanks in advance

[@JakeSloan]

I’m making a video about how to balance gimbals in general soon!

[@MattSpider]

@Jake Sloan I will most definitely look out for that

[@orsonfilm5089]

Hi Jake. Great video and will follow you. I was offered a used DJI RONIN SC, that look like new. So i have a question because i want to use older cameras, like the Canon EOS M with Magic Lantern software. The Canon EOS M does not have a USB port at all. So is it possible to use all kinds of cameras without connection via cable?

[@JakeSloan]

Yes, absolutely

[@orsonfilm5089]

@@JakeSloan Cool.. thanks a lot. 😊

[@tarsneyisleestrelas4659]

Hi Jake. Interesting video. I have a canon 250d. Weighs less than 800g. I was wondering if a DJI ronin s gimbal would work with this camera. I want to improve my video making at the moment they are rather shaky. Thank you. Regards. Alan.

[@JakeSloan]

please see my response in your other post!

[@kasiaszyffer26]

Hey thanks for the video, but what is this multi usb? I see only usb c and mikro osb in the kit!

[@JakeSloan]

thats right one of them is labeled as a multi usb and it should be the micro usb

[@TheCameraManReviews]

Has anyone noticed on their Ronin SC that it doesn't return quite to centre unless you double tap the trigger?

[@DarrellDucharme]

Walking in all Weathers yes I'm having that problem, very frustrating. Might return to the store today. Seems to be a problem even with the Ronin S.

[@TheCameraManReviews]

@@DarrellDucharme I have read just about every piece of information on this issue and its the DEADBANDING SETTINGS. Its designed to be this way believe it or not(stupid hey) if you contact DJi they will just ask you to send your Gimbal back for repair and then return it with a note saying there is nout wrong with it . There needs to be a setting which you turn on that is "return to dead centre" or something. hopefully they release a firmware update to address this issue.

[@DarrellDucharme]

Walking in all Weathers Just read countless posts about the Ronin S doing this also. I did speak with DJI on the phone. They are no help, suggested I send it to them to diagnose or exchange for another one. Why is this not mentioned in any of the KZbin reviews? Is it just a few defective ones that do this I wonder.

[@JakeSloan]

yep

[@angelogiannoutsos2392]

did the mic connect to the camera or the gimbal, hard to tell?

[@JakeSloan]

It connects to the camera. I’m using a small rig plate that moves the cold show off to the side so I can see the screen of the camera when recording myself. Cheers!

[@hannahwallace8447]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! Is my Tamron 35-150 too heavy?

[@JakeSloan]

for the Ronin sc definitely too heavy

[@JayLanguages]

what settings do you need on the sony a6400 to be able to work with the gimbal ?

[@JakeSloan]

On the camera it needs to be set to PC remote in the usb settings.

[@craigwoodgate7120]

Do you need a camera with Bluetooth to use this gimbal

[@JakeSloan]

no you don't

[@leethompson1094]

Hi can this work without the cable? Or do I need the cable to make it work correctly. Thanks

[@JakeSloan]

you do not need the cable only if you want to remotely control the camera

[@aviosmedia2]

Thanks! This was the clearest one I have seen so far.

[@JakeSloan]

Glad I could help!

[@seankahuila4065]

Helpful video. Liked and subscribed. Thanks, and Merry Christmas!

[@JakeSloan]

Thanks very much!!

[@frederikvanreusel]

Hi Jake, I want to buy a Ronin SC, but my camera is not in the compability list, what functions will my camera not be able to do with the Ronin SC? My camera is the Nikon D3500

[@JakeSloan]

The gimbal will stabilize as well as do its different modes (roll FPV etc). You’ll be able to use active tracking as well as the motion tracking. I think the only things you won’t be able to do are the timelapse modes and start and stop recording from the gimbal.

[@frederikvanreusel]

Jake Sloan 😀Thank you for the answer. Have a good day!

[@frederikvanreusel]

Jake Sloan 1 last question, will the focus motor work with not compatible cameras?

[@WilliamYoungWBYPotography]

I am still having problems with my Canon RP with the 24-240 lens. Any ideas?

[@JakeSloan]

What problem are you having? balance issues or control issues?

[@dairenn]

Thanks for putting this together. Yes, the manufacturer made their own video but this was a little easier to listen to and the 9:16 smartphone app screen share was a cool/nice touch. This part was also better than the manufacturer video because you didn't only show just the calibration part, but also the part before it where you can watch it test the axis balance to calibrate motor strength. Then the axis tilt test is performed. I look forward to trying this out. I'm using a cine lens on a Canon EOS 850D for a shoot where I'm not able to bring my full rig (based on the Sony a7iv platform, which has Amazing built-in image stabilization). The Canon 850D also has stabilization, however, only if you use an EF-S lens with the camera!!! So now that I know I have no stabilization and I will be off tripod for this shoot (because it's a 16mm prime and I get no zoom), pretty much I better buy a gimble or my footage will look like trash. 😅

[@JakeSloan]

glad to hear it

[@vlexX-ut7vy]

Hey i just got the gimbal and have questions were would you plug the usb-c into the camera from the gimbal?

[@JakeSloan]

there is a USB port on the bottom of the gimbal arm where the camera connects

[@eddiejaoude]

Thank you for the setup tutorial. Mine arrived today. I have a question though, what is the cable to the camera for?

[@JakeSloan]

The cable to the camera is so you can start and stop recording from the small button on the gimbal. Cheers!

[@manuele.itriagom.728]

@@JakeSloan that's actually pretty dope

[@mgr5550]

Urgent help wanted from fellow users. Just bought a new RONIN SC. The main unit (not the battery grip) has a large silver lock lever, which is used to lock the battery grip onto the main unit, that lock when used as intended does not go and CLICK at the end or anything. It just only becomes slightly tighter, it does its job but there's no tactile click. Have i got a faulty lock or this is how it behaves normally ? I even tried operating the lock without the battery grip and observed the small silver locking mechanism can hardly be seen moving even when the lock lever is moved to lock and unlock positions. Can someone confirm ? Thanks.

[@JakeSloan]

That is normal. There is no click it just goes till it is tight and creates friction. That’s all that is needed to keep it together.

[@mgr5550]

@@JakeSloan > Thank You Jake !

[@doghouse010]

I actually didn't know that a wire plugs from your camera into the gimble - is that how it communicates what should be focused on or tracked? I have a Lumix G6 but it has no USB or multi port so can it not be used with a gimbal?

[@JakeSloan]

You can use the gimbal and camera with out the wire being plugged in it's mostly just to start and stop recording remotely from the gimbal

[@doghouse010]

@@JakeSloan oh wow is that right? So does the gimble have an initial.. plane (?) and as you move forward or turn, it will keep the camera level with that starting plane (i don't even know if thats the right word.)

[@giovannapaz-realtor1399]

Hi, thank you for your video. It helps lots. The usb cable doesn't work with my anon EOS t7i. Is there some other cable I could buy which could be compatible? Also, why is important to connect the camera to gimbal? Can I still do videos with out connecting the camera to the gimbal? Thank you so much!

[@JakeSloan]

not sure about what cable will work with your specific camera but you don't need to connect it! just run the camera on the gimbal without and you will still get great smooth footage

[@abtecha5506]

Hi Jake I have a ronin sc but the trigger button doesn’t work on mine. What can I do about it

[@JakeSloan]

Contact DJI support for repair unfortunately

[@valeriemcdowall1873]

Thanks for this, where is the spacer plate from, is it DJI?

[@JakeSloan]

From small rig.

[@conraddevera]

Help pls, I tried the cable with “Sony” tag and can only trigger video record. I tried usb c to usb c with micro USB adapter then I can take both photo and video. I have Sony a6400, this cant use usb c on the camera yeah? Am I doing it correctly?

[@JakeSloan]

One thing a lot of people seem to miss is the Sony camera usb settings must be set correctly as well: usb should be set to pc remote and the remote control option should be on. Also make sure to power the gimbal on completely then turn the camera on. If you don’t do it in that order it will not work.

[@conraddevera]

@@JakeSloan do you use the cable with an adapter or just a cable?

[@ndezha]

why won't my tilt unlock? I followed the steps but for some reseaon I can't seem to get the tilt to unlock

[@JakeSloan]

I've found sometimes I have to wiggle the arm a bit as I try to unlock. Sometimes if there is weight on the arm it will stick in the lock position

[@ndezha]

Jake Sloan ok I tried what you said and I see exactly what you’re talking about! Thank you, that was really helpful

[@micaiahto3746]

Hey Jake, What screws are you using for the spacer plate? I don't seem to have them in my kit?

[@JakeSloan]

It's been a while but I am pretty sure I used whatever came with my gimbal

[@micaiahto3746]

@@JakeSloan I see. Thank you!

[@ThisGuyRocksLikeCrazy]

Is that the smoke from wildfire in Alaska in the background?

[@JakeSloan]

Yes it is. You can see the smoke in almost all my videos from this summer. There were a few videos that I had planned but couldn't film due to the smoke. Thankfully we have had lots of rain lately and it has cleared everything up and helped to deal with the fires

[@ThisGuyRocksLikeCrazy]

@@JakeSloan yeah, I was in Seward for the labor's day weekend. We couldn't see anything. Couldn't even go to a glacier. It's amazing how big the wildfire was yet the media in lower 48 didn't care about it.

[@DustinTheNow]

I’m trying to set up the R6 with the sigma 35 mm / rf adaptor and it’s giving me some issues. I’m wondering if I need counterweights.

[@JakeSloan]

You likely will that payload seems to be pushing the limits Of the gimbal

[@KarpisMaksudian]

Great video, thanks, but how to balance light camera such as Sony RX 100 viii

[@JakeSloan]

its the same process but you will need to adjust and possibly add a little bit of weight to make it easier to balance

[@KarpisMaksudian]

@@JakeSloan weight in general? something like 200 grams will do it?

[@richg.4980]

Thank you ! One question: im using the Sony A6400 and will get a 552 gramms Tamron 17-70 in a few days. Is it correct That the plate is not long enough so it is hard to get the gimbal balanced perfect? And second: is there any reason why on DJI site no tamron is in the compatility list?

[@JakeSloan]

I no longer have this gimbal so I can't say

[@pd20923]

Mine is 18-135. It doesn't stay fixed.. can you tell me the exact mm numbers where it should be .

[@JakeSloan]

where the gimbal should be? I cannot as everything is specific to your specific setup and I don't have the same setup

[@adrenalinemadness3340]

Can I use a Nikon d3400 with a 50mm on it? Wouldn’t be too heavy for the gimbal ?

[@JakeSloan]

That would be too much weight, for a better option check out the weebill S

[@adrenalinemadness3340]

@@JakeSloan thank you for the info

[@frederikvanreusel]

Hi, I got my Ronin SC yesterday and Idk why but the footage looks still a little bit shaky. The app tells me that the tilt needs to be balanced better but when I look at the tilt, it just looks balanced in my opinion. Is this normal or am I doing something wrong?

[@JakeSloan]

You may need to fine tune the balance on one of the axis. For me it is usually the tilt axis is not well balanced.

[@frederikvanreusel]

@@JakeSloan ok thnx :)

[@guidoftc8304]

What app did u use I can't find the right one for the motors

[@JakeSloan]

look for the DJI RONIN app

[@hermansukarno]

Hi Jake, i have an issue with my a6300. Record button won’t work. Is there any specific settup on my camera?

[@JakeSloan]

You need to make sure the camera is in PC remote mode in the USB settings and Also make sure you turn the gimbal on and let it boot up all the way before you turn the camera on. If you don't you might need to turn the camera off and on again to get it to work properly. Cheers!

[@hermansukarno]

Jake Sloan Hi Jake, I tried your instructions but still can't. But I can press the record button from my iPhone. Are there other possible errors?

[@JakeSloan]

Not that I’m aware of unfortunately. It should be working as far as I know

[@TheVigilantStewards]

I bought one of these used, love the simplicity and light weight nature... but my Z6 with the 24-70 2.8 lense can not seem to clear it. No matter how i've messed with it, I can't get the viewfinder to clear which severely limits it's range of motion. Do you have any tips on how to overcome that? Or does that mean I need a bigger gimbal?

[@JakeSloan]

Probably means you need a larger gimbal or a smaller lighter lens so the camera can shift forward

[@TheVigilantStewards]

@@JakeSloan Yeah, I went to the store today and got an RS 3, I took my stuff in and they validated what you said which was my hunch

[@newzealandtravelfoodfashio4044]

can you tell the measurment with canon R with lense 24-105mm gimbal dji ronin sc.PLEASE

[@JakeSloan]

I don't have that camera or lens so I cannot unfortunately

[@SteveNilsen]

Nice tee. Where did you buy it? Link pls =)

[@JakeSloan]

This is the shirt here: amzn.to/3jH6XmU (affiliate link) Cheers!

[@anirudhrao_12]

Hii, what cable do I use if I have a A7C and don't want to disable ibis? Since the A7C only has usb c?

[@JakeSloan]

you can only use the USB C cable unfortunately

[@MarcinKiendra]

Can I use this remote Control from application without connecting camera to Ronin via cable?

[@JakeSloan]

You can still remote control the gimbal but no camera functions

[@PhilipWalker]

Hi Jake, I have the Ronin SC am considering buying an external mic like the Rode Micro...would you have any ideas on how to attach this to a z6? If I connect it to the hotshoe on top of the camera, I'm afraid there won't be enough clearance for the SC to move freely.

[@JakeSloan]

I would look at a small cage from small rig

[@MrEJYourSolarExpert]

Thank you for the video. New at this. What is that cable for may I ask? One connected from camera to gimbal?

[@JakeSloan]

yes that is the one that connects to the camera

[@Relaxinghypnoasmr]

thanks for tutorial. Just got mine, and i could absolutely not figure it out from the ronin tutorial of a man doing it silently with an english language voiceover. now i have it calibrated i just have to figure out how to use it! i'm sure your other tutorials will help, so i'll check em out.

[@JakeSloan]

glad to hear it!

[@KevinAugelloNewEarthFilms]

Hi Jake am a new subscriber - great stuff! - Just a wee question, how are u mounting the rode on the side of the Sony ?

[@JakeSloan]

Hey Kevin thanks for subscribing! This is what I use on my A6400 and A6600 to mount stuff off to either side: geni.us/7eXZ it really makes it great for mounting mics etc while keeping the screen clear for viewing. Cheers mate!

[@HemanThapa-xb5kl]

How can we take off the screw from that quick release plate

[@JakeSloan]

I believe you can unscrew in completely

[@jack_david]

So i am thinking about getting this, but i have Canon T7i which doesn’t have a Micro usb or a usb c port, so i think the cable wouldn’t work. Would it be a waste? to get this for my camera??

[@JakeSloan]

I use mine without the cable often. It’s just a matter of hitting record on the camera as opposed to the gimbal.

[@tombonfiglio956]

Can I use a DJI Ronin SC with a Panasonic Lumix GH6? Thank you.

[@JakeSloan]

Yes it can but I’d recommend going for a slightly larger gimbal

[@seanshadow]

Great video! Not sure if it just doesn’t come in the box anymore but mine didn’t come with a mini usb cable for my Canon camera. So I have one coming tomorrow from Amazon

[@JakeSloan]

oh interesting

[@emilydoe2223]

Thank you for this tutorial! I have one question though, I am working with a lens that is a little bit bigger than the body of my camera which makes it not quite work when attaching the plate to the camera do you have any recommendations for that

[@JakeSloan]

you can use small counter weights

[@SorinHighstudios]

I can never get the balance test to give me all excellent marks. Its always says the tilt or roll needs balance but I do it mutiple times. Does anyone know how I can fix this? Thank you.

[@JakeSloan]

Can you balance the gimbal to the point where you can move the camera in any position and it will stay there?

[@SorinHighstudios]

@@JakeSloan Thanks for the reply, yes, the camera is balanced every way I move it. The issue seems to be when I balance test it thought the app.

[@JakeSloan]

Wow that’s strange. How does the gimbal perform when in use? If it performs well I wouldn’t worry too much about it. If it doesn’t I suppose it’s possible something could be out of calibration

[@SorinHighstudios]

@@JakeSloan Thanks anyway. It seems to be a issue with the just the Pan balance. The tilt and roll are good most of the time.

[@dylanthomas2520]

When you have the sc off and all the axes locked, do you notice a little shake on those axes?

[@JakeSloan]

There is a little play (movement) in all the axis when locked yes.

[@dylanthomas2520]

Thanks Jake, awesome vids! Keep up the great work, it’s helping our media startup get better every day!

[@blm4234]

Great What app I need for ronin sc

[@JakeSloan]

The DJI Ronin app

[@deadendkid1968]

Has anyone used these with a camcorder like the Sony AX100 or the CX900?...and does it follow you on its own like Markus Pix has demoed...it would seem thats its best feature?

[@JakeSloan]

I don't think it might balance very well on this gimbal

[@NBHSzebra08]

18-135? Any tips

[@JakeSloan]

That lens may be too long and front heavy for the ronin sc. It might be possible to balance it using counter weights though

[@AlienDrones]

Thanks, man! Worked out just dandy. 👽🛸

[@JakeSloan]

Fantastic! Glad to hear it

[@paulbutler8308]

This whole set of videos was incredibly helpful. Thank you for making them!

[@JakeSloan]

You’re welcome

[@david_ritzmann]

Okay, it just won't balance out the tilt axis in the balance test. Is a GH4 with a Lumix 12-60 and a small shotgun mic just too heavy for it? It balances out but the test always says I should readjust it. I am at the end of my patience :-/

[@JakeSloan]

does it operate as it should? if it does then use it that way

[@david_ritzmann]

@@JakeSloan Thanks for the fast reply, Jake! It works okay, only the arm has to be set so low that the screw at the bottom touches the motor behind. That should not be, I think. Maybe I should switch to the Weebill S? It is supposed to be able to take more weight.

[@orrickmedia7442]

rhanks ive bought one these pro version, i own the gh4 and im struggling to fix the tilt and pan axis , if got the fist one to hold camera srtaight , its the motion to keep view straight when doing low to high shot it dips forward and the side pan to right and left is hard too , your videos are great helped me all the way , just stuck on this bit

[@JakeSloan]

I’m working on a setup and balance tutorial this week. Hopefully that will help!!

[@Husnialee]

Hi! I’ve been looking for some infor on this but have come up empty handed. (Newbie here 🙋🏻‍♀️) I have a canon rebel T6s, is this gimbal compacts with that camera?

[@JakeSloan]

I believe so but I don't know about that specific camera and this gimbal. it's best to check with DJI and see

[@stowgood]

Finally someone explained YAW to me :) I am very grateful thanks.

[@JakeSloan]

lol took me a while to figure it out too

[@kevinsaerialvideophotograh9883]

Hey jake I just got the ronin-sc and I have the canon rebel t6 do I need a different cable to hook this up? TIA

[@JakeSloan]

I did a bit of research and I couldn’t find where anyone had hooked the SC up to a Canon 6t. I see that it isn’t on the list of supported cameras so I’m honestly not sure. I would ask on the DJI ronin SC forums and see if anyone has done it there.

[@Etownvideos]

as a first time ronin sc user I found this super helpful, thanks.

[@JakeSloan]

Awesome

[@choppaa4204]

i have watched atleast 10 tutorials and still cannot balance this camera and gimbal with this lens. can you please write the exact numbers and settings for each axis

[@JakeSloan]

There are no numbers that I can share. The gimbal doesnt give them and every single setup will be specific to that camera an lens/accessory combination

[@choppaa4204]

@@JakeSloan after two hours of trying and watching your video in 4k@ .5x speed, I finally got it 'excellent' on all three axis lol thanks!

[@jstylephotography]

Great quick video thanks helped a lot

[@JakeSloan]

thanks!

[@LouiseKrikorian]

Thank you, Jake. You cleared up a few details that are very important!

[@JakeSloan]

Glad it was helpful!

[@zavierbythebeach4916]

how do you connect it to the app

[@JakeSloan]

It should connect via the Ronin app and it uses bluetooth

[@zavierbythebeach4916]

ok thanks so much😁

[@xwordbootyx]

I just got my Robin SC today and look who I found on KZbin randomly! 🤙

[@JakeSloan]

LOL yep!!

[@silvanodermatt2634]

does it works with the a6000 and the Cable connections?

[@JakeSloan]

it should but you can check DJI's site for the compatibility list: dl.djicdn.com/downloads/Ronin_SC/20200109/Ronin_SC_Camera_Compatibility_List_en.pdf

[@yacinaft]

Can't find the ronin app any direct link ? Or any orther way

[@JakeSloan]

check on DJI's website

[@Dev_KG]

Thanks so much! 😊 Mine is coming next week and I'm so worried about doing this right! I will have this video on as I set it up!

[@JakeSloan]

Yay! Glad I could help!!

[@Ira88881]

Dana Goldstein • Editorial Photographer • NY How did it go?

[@BavleoENG]

Would you recommend this lens with Sony a6400 and Lens 18-105mm F4 :)

[@JakeSloan]

yes its a good combo but if you plan to use heavier setups then the Weebill S is an excellent choice

[@jcanimearts5394]

Thanks for this. It's more elaborate explanation. I like it!!

[@JakeSloan]

thank you for watching! I am glad it helped cheers!

[@jcanimearts5394]

Yeap! It helped me like hours spending how to balance my gimbal. Now I almost can balance it in a couple of minutes like 15mins

[@JakeSloan]

Awesome!!

[@rambr0vids]

Clearly explained and demonstrated, thank you.

[@JakeSloan]

Thanks

[@marvin.gustic200]

Thanks for the tutorial I have done my practicals with the ronin sc and a Sony alpha 3 but only had the tilt and pan axis excellent and had roll axis rebalance what was the matter in this case??

[@AllThingsFilm1]

Thanks for this video and the active track video. I've ordered the Ronin SC to go with my a6400. I can't wait to start shooting with it. Cheers.

[@JakeSloan]

Thanks

[@jhinostroza]

best video for balance!!!

[@JakeSloan]

THANK YOU! Cheers

[@xRam11211]

Would it work with my Sony zv-1 mark2?

[@JakeSloan]

Yep

[@Nasoss]

5:00 mine cant slide in

[@JakeSloan]

Make sure you have loosened the bolt that moves the tray left and right before trying to slide it in

[@Nasoss]

Jake Sloan dude I love you so much THANKS THANKS THANKS !!!!!! Whenever you come to Thessaloniki in Greece I’ll buy you food

[@JakeSloan]

Fantastic

[@SammyC27]

i just hired to for a shoot tomorrow but don't have cable.. hopefully it still balances ok

[@JakeSloan]

It should

[@eszajer]

No matter what I do the Gimbal will not stay in place after I adjust the rotation. The camera stays straight looking forward, but the second I tilt to the left or right it automatically re-centers. What am I missing here?

[@JakeSloan]

what mode are you shooting in?

[@eszajer]

@@JakeSloan @Jake Sloan thanks for the reply Jake. This is during the initial balancing prior to turning the unit on. The Y-axis or up and down movement seems fine and the camera retains whatever direction I put it on, but after moving on to balancing the roll and tilting the camera (while the Gimbal is standing straight up and down with included stand on a table) left or right, rather than staying in place (like yours does at the 7:38 mark) , it always comes back to center. I just don't want to put any unnecessary wear on the motors. Everything else seems fine. A6400, w/Sigma 16mm f1.4

[@JakeSloan]

Ahhh sounds like you might need to raise the arm that holds the camera plate up just a tiny bit and that should help. It's the same arm you use to balance the tilt axis.

[@eszajer]

@@JakeSloan ahh that makes sense, thank you so much for the help!