DJI RS 2 Review vs RSC 2 Gimbal // Sony A7SIII Film

[@tylernewpolfilms]

Any chance you could walk us through how you set up the A7sIII with the RS2?

[@Clemme]

Great stuff man! I make documentaries and have been using an old cheap and china made gimbal untill today, where I upgraded to the RSC-2. It is perfect for me, because I travel light weight. I use it along with my A7C and Mavic Air II. Banger setup for a documentary filmmaker!

[@h-dawg969]

I’m thinking of purchasing an A7iii, what opinions do you have on that? I mostly do photography, but am into video as well. The A7 c is more video focused isn’t it? I think the A7ii will be a perfect stills camera that can do video. Cheers

[@alex.muntean]

The title is misleading. You barely talked about the RSC-2 and how it compares to the RS2. Especially when it comes to the stabilization/jitters/need to recalibrate, etc.

[@markdjolly]

Really appreciate your precise and honest breakdown of the pros and cons.

[@MegaLeonidovich]

Still running around with my first Ronin S love it so much ill never sell that I bought me the new Ronin RS2 just for the red pin stipes and the Super Smooth mode

[@felm.974]

Thank you for your review. I have a question, from your experience, is the RSc2 a good and easy to use gimbal for portrait/vertical video shooting? Thanks.

[@learningcameras]

So, it's not the worst but it doesn't hold the camera itself vertically and the vertical mode (which it has) doesn't have as much range of movement or features since the back arm is curved. Thus I typically put my camera in a cage with the tripod plate on the side so I can physically mount it vertically if you shoot that way a lot. Again, it has a vertical mode but that doesn't work as well as physically mounting the camera on the gimbal in a vertical orientation so I'd look for a gimbal with that ability if you need vertical a lot

[@felm.974]

@@learningcameras Thanks brother for taking the time, I really appreciate it, Subscribed.. also because you shoot with Nikon cameras/gear, lol, thanks again.

[@learningcameras]

@@felm.974 Haha...thanks!

[@desertbornproductions]

Dan this is awesome, great work. I am looking at getting this gimbal but want the best compatibility with the Sony a1 where I can easily change aperture and shutter speed etc. Is the one I should be buying? Cheers for any info. Love ya work

[@learningcameras]

Hey! Thanks so much. Definitely this works well with the A1 as would the RSC2. If you are using heavier lenses like the 24-70 F2.8 GM and higher, I'd probably go with the RS2. I don't know much about how much camera adjustments you get though because I rarely actually hook my gimbal up via USB...I just prefer using the camera controls and not having to worry about wires.

[@desertbornproductions]

@@learningcameras yeah I figured. Cheers Dan for all the info and for responding. Will jump on insta now to make sure I'm following you 👍

[@learningcameras]

@@desertbornproductions You bet! Appreciate it

[@abstractempirephotography]

@@learningcameras So would this imply that you've been pressing the record button from the camera rather then gimbal? And the gimbal doesn't *need* to connect via any cables to use for just stabilization, you just won't be able to control the camera functions from the gimbal in that case?

[@learningcameras]

@@abstractempirephotography Yep, I just press the record button on the camera rather than the gimbal. You might get a little shake for a split second but that's usually fine. You don't NEED to connect any cables for stabilization...just for some features like Timelapse's and to control the camera from the gimbal although the new DJI RS3 doesn't need cables to control Sony cameras!

[@2424rocket]

Good information but you’ve only made me more confused ...do I get the RS or the CS... but more importantly than all the features is which gimbal gives you the smoothest movement. That’s really the most important element. And I’ve heard that the weebil is just as good. Your thoughts on that please.

[@learningcameras]

Both gimbals give you about the same movement/stabilization. The RS does better if you have a larger load or un-even loads (large lens or battery grips) and has a few extra features if you use manual lenses or more advanced functions. But for straight gimbal work with a smaller/balanced setup, the RSC2 is awesome. I personally have not used the weebil so no comment on that one

[@2424rocket]

Thank you. You’ve probably just saved me some money cause I’m going to go with a less expensive… At least for now. I would love the carbon fiber. But for me the main element is to make my camera move smoothly. So thanks again.

[@BobbyGogios]

I just bought the Ronin SC and it cannot balance my Sony A7sIII with the Sigma 50mm Art lens. It's just too front heavy. Now I'm considering to go straight for the Ronin RS2.. Hope it doesn't have the samme issues like the SC (which was that the EV hit the motor all the time)

[@TommyMacTube]

Yes....the accidental screen touch almost made me launch the device into the distance. The buttons being so close to the joystick was annoying. Also having trouble linking my a7r4 to the gimbal (check connection) keeps popping up

[@grooveecard]

Great video! Love your work. Man, I was starting freak a bit when your OneWheel footage had you going ahead of the BMW and framing the car behind you. I thought you were going to turf it. Fantastic video--first time seeing your content.

[@learningcameras]

Appreciate that Tim!!! Lol, yeah balancing that on the wheel while tracking cars probably isn't the safest thing I've done for my camera but...whatever it takes right hahaha!

[@leonardhorne8850]

Epic intro! I thought I was about to watch a Fast and the Furious trailer. Teach me your ways!!!

[@learningcameras]

Hahaha, means the world!!!

[@NoWheelDrive]

Thank you for this review! I'd like to buy a gimbal for my Z6ii to make smoother car videos.

[@fredventure]

Nice video! Can the RS2 fold just as easily and be as convenient to travel with as the RSC2?

[@learningcameras]

Thanks! It doesn't fold but the grip which houses the battery pops off to make it portable

[@williamalexanderr]

The colors !! Love the mood and video overall good stuff !

[@tangwendeo]

found your channel via your sony a74 video, impressed and now backtracking all your old videos. suggestion: keep the beautiful studio settings but lighting up the subject under discussion, you may need to wear white shirt so we can see the subjects (now is meshed up with the pattern on your shirt, hard to see). also, can you please move camera closer to the object? and move slower when you demo the parts? i plan to beef up my gears based on your professional judgement and want to see the details. thank you for the great videos.

[@nickbailey9038]

thanks for the video! Quick question: can you mount the camera using an arca swiss l-bracket? I imagine you can but thought I should check...

[@learningcameras]

Well, I haven't tried it as I don't have one but I don't see any reason why you wouldn't be able to

[@robmccune7949]

I have been unable to get my scroll will to control focus instead of aperture on my rsc2 and A7iii. Help.

[@fanikurti2420]

Thanks. Great video. Can i install the Manfrotto 323 base plate on top of the RSC2? I use Manfrotto 200PL plates in all my cameras and tripods, so it would be nice not to be able to use this plate and not the arca swiss.

[@joelkvarghese]

Would you recommend shooting with the steady shot turned off with the gimbal ?

[@learningcameras]

If you are doing a lot of panning or extreme motion, sometimes steady shot can do weird things but if you are mostly doing slow movements or moving in straight lines, steady shot is usually a positive

[@c4_boom41]

Hey Dan I just got an RSC2 and have it perfectly balanced but I’m getting a few micro jitters and swaying.. It’s especially visible in portrait mode.. when you say increase settings do you increase stiffness under “basic” settings or stiffness and/or strength under “advanced” settings

[@learningcameras]

Interesting. So yes, usually if the auto stiffness settings are not working well, you will want to try and modify things. Usually I'll start low and work my way up but having the stiffness and strength too high can also lead to issues. This is pretty standard with all gimbals though

[@c4_boom41]

@@learningcameras Thank you! I’ll give it a try.

[@81kproductions]

@@c4_boom41 how did it go man? I have the rsc2 too just got it.

[@c4_boom41]

@@81kproductions portrait mode is never as smooth as normal mode. I’m going to try to get an L bracket for when I want to shoot vertical

[@yaroslavkovalenko5590]

Thanks Dan. From which site you guys buying rs2?

[@learningcameras]

Been getting great results getting it directly from DJI geni.us/myDJI

[@welldone8235]

buy direct from DJI, it's much cheaper, free delivery, and no custom fees

[@yaroslavkovalenko5590]

@@welldone8235 Thanks bro.bought from B&H

[@thehelpfulchemist]

WexPhotoVideo for me. Their advice building my kit has been priceless.

[@nidoge5032]

Great video dan! Did you have any horizon levelling issues with a r5 + 15-35 setup out of box? Or did you manually have to tune the horizon levelling

[@learningcameras]

Thanks!!! I did not have any horizon issues or drift other than having to manually set the motors to a higher strength to avoid sway

[@JohnLe]

HI Dan, I am new to the gimbal scene, and I bought the basic RSC2 package. I will be using the gimbal mostly for wedding work and maybe self recording set ups. Can you speak on if the RavenEye is worth it for that (esp in wedding set up)? thanks

[@learningcameras]

I definitely wouldn't get the RavenEye unless you shoot all manual lenses with follow focus. Otherwise there isn't much use

[@mathiasgarcia5439]

Hello!! do you leave the A7S III internal stabilization on or do you disable it when you use your gimbal? Thx

[@learningcameras]

I've done both. If you are doing push ins or pull outs, Internal stabilization usually helps quite a bit. Occasionally with pans the IBIS system can be a bit jumpy so if you are doing a bunch of pans, you might disable IBIS

[@DavidHorizonFilms]

Correct me if I'm wrong but ironically, the R2 is actually more portable when taken apart than the RSC2

[@learningcameras]

True if you need it to fit in a smaller space, the R2 can be broken down and the SC2 cannot

[@fredventure]

@@learningcameras Wait, so the R2 will fit easier than SC2 into my tiny backpack?

[@limzphotography]

Hi friends. Can the ronin RS2 support the very light weight of the Sony A6400?

[@barakbruerd140]

How much more compact is the folded rsc2 than the rs2 without the handle attached? Is there that much of a difference between the two? I do a lot of travel work using light weight setups, but love the features of the RS2. So trying to get a sense of the relative packability of the two models; esp if I were to just slip them into an existing camera bag vs using the separate case they come with.

[@learningcameras]

In a way the sc2 is smaller because the handle detaches so the gimbal without the handle is small and the handle is pretty easy to store. The RSC-2 gets pretty small but because the handle is still attached it requires more space in a single compartment. But both easily fit in a small backpack

[@raymanmufasa]

Hi Dan, Loving the videos by the way, are you able to recommend a good travel vlogging gimbal for the Sony a7siii? I am looking for something practical, smooth and have a budget of £700?

[@learningcameras]

I definitely don't think I could vlog with a gimbal lol but this is one of the smallest/lightest gimbals that will support an A7SIII with a small lens: bhpho.to/37kAsqe

[@steliosgeorgiou5854]

Hi im about to purchase one of these from Amazon, please tell me what I should go for as I will be using this mainly for weddings/christenings on my A7S III: DJI RS2 OR DJI RS2 Combo? What extras are included in the Combo and what makes it better having the Combo? Many thanks!

[@learningcameras]

Hey! I would just do the Base RS-2 unless you are planning on using manual focus: amzn.to/3j75dGo If you are using autofocus mostly, the RS2 comes with everything you need including the tabletop tripod, cables, gimbal, and case. The Combo mostly is adding the system for adding manual focus motors to the gimbal for controlling your lens. The only other useful upgrade in the combo is the RavenEye system which allows you to control everything wirelessly send your camera signal to your phone for remote monitoring

[@steliosgeorgiou5854]

@@learningcameras Dude you're a legend. Thank you so much for all your comments and recommendations! Subscribed and recommended ✅

[@learningcameras]

@@steliosgeorgiou5854 Thanks so much Stelios!!!

[@maheshgvelly]

Rcs or RS2? Worth the money ?

[@gregory71]

Great video Dan. I've been getting a ton of "wobble" when going into briefcase or tilt forward mode. This is when walking and turning slightly. Do you know what can cause this? I am using pan follow and make sure tilt is off as I need my horizon stable for real estate interiors. Using the Sony 12-24 2.8.

[@learningcameras]

Thanks Greg! So I would try to manually try adjusting the motor strength and see if that helps. Sometimes the auto tune does a pretty poor job with gimbals. Otherwise not quite sure

[@gregory71]

@@learningcameras thanks dan !

[@c4_boom41]

Having same issue with RSC2 when in portrait or briefcase mode… did adjusting motors help you?

[@PatrickReuterPhotography]

do you know what DJI planed for focus controll for the Sony A7Siii for the RS2?

[@mckenziebmcbride]

Is there anyone using a Battery Grip on a mirrorless on these gimbals? I've never seen anyone using a battery pack with their camera on a gimbal but I was having issues balancing my Sony A7iii + battery grip and Sony 35mm lens on the Zhiyun Webill S. Will these gimbals work?

[@skymakai]

Questions. Is it a Manfrotto plate, replacable with other Manfrotto plates? Is the Arca-Swiss plate also actually standard Arca-swiss and replacable with any other Arca-swiss plate? Seems like the Ronin-S2 is pretty limited in it's controls of the Sony A7S3? Record, manual focus, but no battery charging?

[@learningcameras]

So it will not give you battery control because Sony only uses the micro sd port for controlling and the USB c for charging. Probably not possible unless Sony adds multi controller support to USB C which I believe they do not

[@learningcameras]

The Manfrotto plate works on other tripods but you can't use generic Manfrotto or arca Swiss plates on the gimbal

[@tworocksandapebble]

@@learningcamerasthis was a huge bust and unpleasant surprise for me. Fortunately, Small Rig is advertising a replacement that does accept Arca-Swiss plates, such as those on camera body grips/l-plates.

[@raymanmufasa]

Oh Also can I attach the mono pod to these as you recommended to us in one of your previous videos?

[@DarkJesterHead]

How did you get the wheel to manual focus the sony camera?

Thanks for a great video and intereresting comparison! I'm trying to decide between the RS2 and RSC2 to use with my a7S III, and I'm leaning more and more towards the RSC2. But then there's also the Pro Combo or not... All these decisions... :p I don't need the focus motor at all, so the only tempting thing in the Pro Combo is the Raven Eye. But how do you feel about that, since the a7S III has such great AF and tracking system already? Cheers, Eivind

[@learningcameras]

Hey! So I personally just use AF on the gimbal with my SIII. It's so amazing I haven't found a reason not to use it lol. Given that I think you can skip the pro combo since you are not shooting manual lenses. I also have been finding the RSC2 to be absolutely plenty for my SIII setups even with heavier lenses like a 24-70 or 16-35 but definitely it is more comfortable with smaller lenses. If you plan on using F2.8 zooms all the time, maybe the RS2 but for smaller primes, Tamron F2.8 zooms, or the occasional big Sony F2.8 zoom, the RSC2 is fine.

@@learningcameras Hey Dan! Thanks for a great and informative reply. Hmm... Decisions, decisions, decisions... DJI just threw in another thing that might be of interest to me in the latest firmware update; dolly zoom. But for that you need the RavenEye. Doh! And I've also heard peopåle claiming the RS2 to be smoother and with less microjitters than the RSC2. So actually, now I'm leaning towards the RS2 and a pro combo again. lol! On second thought, maybe the easiest thing is just going back to shooting film with my two Rolleiflexes... Have a great weekend man, and thanks again!

[@mtmmf7632]

Oh my.... Great great video work. Man I'm not a video guy but everything I see yr intros I wanna try... and always fail! Hahahha

[@learningcameras]

Appreciate that!!! Video is fun...but definitely a lot more work lol

[@createxvision8705]

Love the intro. Way to film my dream car

[@DangLeProject92]

Hi Dan. Does RSC2 work well with A7siii & 16-35GM ?

[@learningcameras]

It absolutely will work though I tend to prefer the RS2 with those larger lenses. It's not about the weight but more about the amount of adjustment with front heavy systems...especially if you also use filters/hoods

[@ngovietduy]

works and looks wonderful

[@scottweaverphotovideo]

I'm just getting into video I shoot on a Z7. Can't one view live video via Snapbridge app and WiFi? Would one have to have RavenEye?

[@timcowellvideographer]

New subcriber. Excellent video. Does the arm handle that you're hooking up at 5:34 come with as standard, or in the combo?

[@learningcameras]

Thanks Tim!!! So it was separate ...picked it on amazon: amzn.to/3mJFMJD

[@timcowellvideographer]

@@learningcameras Thats the bracket for a monitor. It was the rear handle I'm trying to find. Thanks.

[@learningcameras]

@@timcowellvideographer Gotcha. I'm pretty sure that came with the combo set but not the standard

[@timcowellvideographer]

@@learningcameras Okay, thank you! 👍

[@sethviews]

Can you do a video over the A7S III but go over the different video settings, shot a big car show recently on 4k120 but the files are huge and will have to proxy my way through it.

[@learningcameras]

Absolutely! Working on it now

[@sethviews]

@@learningcameras Also put in some 1080p stuff too please! Coming from an A7III this camera has a lot of new stuff to learn and will probably have to shoot more 1080p with my current computer! Thanks dan!

[@AliHaider-tz9ls]

Can we use the active track feature on rsc2 without the transmitter just like the earlier gimbals?

[@phillafleur2048]

No

[@surrogatemarker]

How’s the camera control compatibility with the Sony a7siii over the Sony multi port cable?

[@learningcameras]

Had no issues controlling everything except manual focus on the lens

[@surrogatemarker]

@@learningcameras thanks. Planning on using some manual cine lenses occasionally. So will be rigging up the focus motor and will be interested to test out the “yet to be released” DJI 3D focus system that uses Lidar .. for some of my manual vintage primes

[@learningcameras]

@@surrogatemarker Nice!!! You should be perfect for that

[@levyherczeg2423]

Kann you give me a link to that monitor mount please? Great video ... one of the best !!!

[@learningcameras]

Hey!!! Thanks so much. This is the monitor mount: amzn.to/3mJFMJD Works perfect and I really like how it doesn't rotate once it is locked in

[@markshirley01]

Dan - do you use auto focus when you use your gimbal.

[@learningcameras]

I do for almost everything

[@ehteshamhaider7191]

Hey! Can we use force mobile and active track without the raven-eye on the dji rsc2?

[@learningcameras]

You can use force mobile without it but active track needs the wireless video

[@ehteshamhaider7191]

But we can use the active track feature on the earlier gimbal versions without the transmitter

[@deepeacemaker4392]

Which gimbal is the best for a7iii and fe 2.8 gm?

[@learningcameras]

The DJI RSC2 will technically hold it but it pushes the limits a bit. If you use that setup frequently with a large zoom, I'd probably get the RS2: bhpho.to/316Sqdt

[@MagicalMeesh]

I wanted know if I needed raven eye for force mobile thank you!

[@learningcameras]

Not for force mobile you don't

[@muleyg]

Can a camera with a cage be used with the RS2?

[@learningcameras]

Yep! I have a cage on my A7SIII with the gimbal no problem

[@muleyg]

@@learningcameras 👍 I'm thinking of getting a SmallRig cage for my A7S III to use on the RS2.

[@upbeforethaopps]

Howd you get the b roll so smooth? Mine jerks a lot on the rsc2. Any modes you recommend?

[@learningcameras]

Turn down the speeds like crazy! Otherwise just treat it gently lol

[@upbeforethaopps]

@@learningcameras will do haha. thanks brotha

[@jazaprod1355]

Amazing nice job 👍🏾

[@eisenschweinchen5354]

Great video from the BMW .. and prästentation!

[@OGBURNA]

How do u get camera control on here every time I connect the cords with the raven eye I get image on my phone but the screen on my a7siii goes black. Also am I able to control focus, iso and apature from gimbal wit the Sony

[@paulengland8388]

Im having the same issue, anyone have a fix?

[@ll-notme-ll6629]

Great Review! I have a Sony a7iii with a cage and paired with the 16-35 GM most of the time, would you recommend the RS instead of the RSC2? I’m shooting car videos as well

[@learningcameras]

So with the cage I would go with the RS2...it will have much more adjustment to give room for the larger setups. bhpho.to/2HIvoDg

[@teddyarago]

Hi what lens adapter you are using canon to sony a7lll?

[@learningcameras]

This one...and it's also on a huge sale! bhpho.to/30vYXyd

[@matthewcheung5136]

Do you get the raven with the RSC2?

[@learningcameras]

Only if you get the "pro" model

[@tolstikovpro]

I was wrong, sorry. I want to believe that DJI finally got a cool stabilizer, but their first version of Ronin SC is an absolute failure in the quality of stabilization, we tested several copies and they all had a micro jitter... Do not buy Ronin SC. I hope Ronin RSC2 and RS2 are free of these disadvantages.

[@learningcameras]

So no clue what you are talking about. I showed a shot of me running with the gimbal just before the monowheel and I literally used that for one shot just because I wanted the car to go more than 10mph. Every other shot in the entire video was just the gimbal. I didn't see any shaking. You act like DJI paid me to make this or something which they definitely didn't. I personally use this gimbal for all my shoots

[@tolstikovpro]

@@learningcameras I'm sorry, I didn't notice that the running was filmed afterwards. Was the stabilizer activated in the camera or on the lens?

[@learningcameras]

@@tolstikovpro So I didn't use any lenses with stabilization (35mm F1.8 and 12-24 F2.8) and Ibis was not active for most of it since I'm not a fan of Sony's IBIS. Sometimes I see issues when panning with Sony and overall the Ibis is not all that amazing for video. Only used the wheel for 1 shot and none of the shots in that entire intro sequence used it. I also didn't use post stabilization

[@daltonrandall4348]

What's the monitor mount you're using?

[@learningcameras]

This one: bhpho.to/3bYt7QM

[@daltonrandall4348]

@@learningcameras not the monitor, the monitor mount.

[@learningcameras]

@@daltonrandall4348 That would be this guy: amzn.to/39WncsO

[@daltonrandall4348]

@@learningcameras I know you're trying to be a nice guy, but that's definitely not it either. lol Go to 9:43 and it's in front of your right arm. Some nato looking thing.

[@learningcameras]

@@daltonrandall4348 oh... I actually have that in the video description. I thought you were talking about something else since that is already in the gear list I was using. Check out the video description for the gear list! I always include that

[@brodygawryletz]

Anybody know what backpack that is at 6:30???

[@Sirfunkymonkey]

ahh adjustable place is why you prefer it

[@erikdaum]

Lock at his Backround its like Cameras, Cameras, Cameras

[@sourced3098]

hey Dan like your videos ，I got A7sIII recently，could u give me some advises about which one should I buy？is rs2 worth extra $400 ?

[@learningcameras]

Hey! Honestly, I'm preferring the RSC2 so unless you really need the extra load or room to mount a larger rig, I'd say you should be fine with the RSC2 for the SIII

[@sourced3098]

@@learningcameras Thanks it helps a lot

[@eucsvoboda]

This guy like a rich kid in my class who dont understand anything but have all best toys :D

[@learningcameras]

I definitely don't own that i8 lol. I own a 7 year old Elantra if that makes you feel better hahaha

[@eucsvoboda]

@@learningcameras im joking haha keep it up!

[@movimox]

Where is vertical video ?

[@learningcameras]

You can do it but I personally don't shoot vertical video. If anything I shoot horizontal in 4k and reframe in post for 1080p vertical delivery. That way I still have the original wide video

[@yaboibakalli]

@@learningcameras what do you mean by that?

[@DannyTrombley]

@@yaboibakalli he means he still shoots in standard horizontal (16x9) in 4k resolution. Shooting in 4k allows you to zoom in quite a bit without a loss of quality for a 1080p output. So in premiere pro or whatever editor u use you can set the sequence setting to be 9x16 instead of 16x9 giving u a vertical sequence. U then shift the footage around using the position and scale to focus where u want it to be (aka setting your composition). So ultimately he shoots horizontal so he can use the image for standard displays and then edits it so they work in vertical if needed for something like ig stories, reels or igtv. Hope that helped

[@MrAndyGA]

@@DannyTrombley thanks for the explanation. As someone whose only just getting into video myself, this was really helpful.

[@scottweaverphotovideo]

Dr Watson

[@garywkfung]

Can you let us know if you are able to control the subject for autotrack using the touch screen? No youtuber talked about this

[@dibent]

Dats peter intro song bro

[@ToneyFranco]

🤦🏿‍♂️🤣🤣🤣

[@terrol_henderson]

hey dan how are you ,I have the same setup even the a7siii & I wanted to know how'd you hook up the a7siii with ronin rs2 & raven eye!!!!

[@learningcameras]

Hey! So the Raven Eye works perfectly with the SIII in all my tests. It goes HDMI out to the raven eye and USB out to the gimbal. You can pair both in the Ronin app and I had no issues at all

[@oscarm4154]

screw the gimbal..... that car......jezzzz

[@bertrta]

Rs2

[@welldone8235]

4:30 - do you even know what hot swappable means?

[@learningcameras]

Meant to just say fast swappable...definitely know what that means

[@vertyka6249]

1th

[@emizyboi5826]

Please is can I write u privately