DJI RS3 Mini Beginners Guide - Start Here

The Complete DJI RS3 Mini Beginners Guide
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00:00 - DJI RS3 Mini Beginners Guide
00:19 - Overview
00:58 - DJI RS3 Mini Overview
04:46 - How to Balance the DJI RS3 Mini
14:41 - RS3 Mini Menu
28:38 - DJI Mini 3 App
36:23 - How to Hold a Gimbal
40:12 - How to Walk with a Gimbal
44:29 - DJI RS3 Mini Modes
50:19 - 8 Gimbal Moves for Beginners

[@JevenDovey]

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[@MKitchen75]

So true but good gear well help you at start and people like you giving tips and advice

[@arpitkathuria6561]

Thank you for this. People who've skipped this video because of the long duration have missed a lot.

[@DelMarMermaids]

Amen!

[@JS-wv6rj]

I am Korean. This is the first time I am writing a comment while watching foreign content. You're serious about reviews... You can't see this kind of content in our country. thank you i love you

[@JadeSambrook]

This was a very helpful video for a guy like me who just bought his very first gimbal (RS3 Mini). Especially the section on how to hold and how to walk with the gimbal. Thank you, Jeven, for being so awesome!

[@unworldlycreator9211]

Like wise

[@BakdauletEnglish]

Thanks a lot! You literally teach as if you finished your bachelor’s in cinematic pedagogy 🙂 Thanks to you, this gimbal thing is super clear to me from now on.

[@CrushEatRepeat]

I just got the RS3 Mini and a Sony ZV-E10 for my first camera and first gimbal…and I can’t thank you enough for this long, very detailed and in depth tutorial! I watched lots of other videos before settling on this one and it was every single thing I needed to get started with my RS3 Mini. Thanks @jeven!

[@jamesruse5895]

Thank you again for, hands down, the best beginner's video on the RS3 Mini that I've seen, and I've seen plenty. Yours is the first that explains the setup, balance and use of the gimbal in such a detailed and easy-to-follow way. I am still struggling with the Tilt + Top/Bottom Heavy adjustments. Just can't seem to nail it. But I will. Kudos for another great one, Jeven!

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[@kaalthai]

I cannot express how much I needed this video. Great quality, great teacher!

[@KoenBrader]

I watched a lot of videos to learn gimbal functions and moves (I also have the RS 3 Mini). This is **HANDS DOWN** the best single tutorial on the subject.

[@ScottStein1]

Thank you so much, Jeven! I'd be lost without you! You've truly simplified and flattened so much of the learning curve, and have made my amateur videography possible. Our cruise tours wouldn't look the same without your wisdom and guidance, and our channel and business wouldn't be doing as well. So, again, thank you!

[@JevenDovey]

You're so welcome!

[@ransomew]

Javen, thank you so much for posting. Long term photographer, learning the ropes with video, so I was surprised with the bonus photo modes you covered, love it!

[@samanthagargour1171]

Extremely detailed video that makes any beginner confident in getting started. Thank you for taking the time to make it!

[@detailboyzglendora2772]

This is the absolute best gimbal tutorial I have ever seen. Very detailed and explained it perfect.

[@ianmeissner]

Nicely done!! I’ve been watching a number of Mini vids and yours by far is best detailed. Especially useful, is how you showed how all the different modes worked by shooting and showing the footage👍👍

[@Wayofthedream]

one of the better instruction videos, Jeven brings his real world experience and shares in his videos. Eggcelent!

[@travellingman9031]

New camera arrived today so tomorrow I can start customising certain settings and set it up with the gimbal (also recently arrived lol). Excellent and most comprehensive instructional video that I have watched re the RS 3 Mini which I shall be replaying and following once again during setup. Thanks for investing so much time in this videos production.

[@jerzy9348]

Extremely grateful for the time and effort you have put in making this tutorial, menu's, app functions, control buttons, gimbal motions - all is explained in an easily understandable manner.

[@joshua.butler]

This is my first gimbal ever...haven't used it yet. This video is super helpful. Thanks Jeven!

[@tony_terry]

There's a growing interest in a portable gimbal now with this mini version that works like a pro, thanks for the guidelines

[@cac2244]

Best darn tutorial. I got the RS3 and was lost, even watching other videos, so thanks for your clarity and easy to follow tempo.

[@paulasch.2278]

Just bought my first gimbal and was soo overwhelmed by the manual it came with. Nearly gave up but then I found your video! Just finished my first little film, thank to you - great content!! Thank you :)

[@buzzsawddog]

Thanks! Got my first gimbal last night and this is was a good start. I might have to go back and watch a few spots but thanks!

[@bigdawg3319]

This video is highly underrated. Thank you for this. This is amazing

[@MarkDavisMHD]

I don't have a gimbal, have no real plans on acquiring one - but was glued to this video. This tool is far more than I imagined, and you do a great job of explaining and demonstrating (per usual). Thanks for providing in-depth content like this!

[@denkuhn1]

Waiting for my Gimbal to arrive. Watching that video was definitely worth it. Thank you.

[@elomayayee3883]

Best video I've come across on this subject. Very thorough and easy to understand. Thank you so much for this!!!

[@Parker-Green]

Wow this is the most helpful video I’ve found for figuring out how to use my gimbal more effectively, thank you!

[@BrianMackey2010]

first time gimbal owner tomorrow the Rs3 mini- thanks for this video, it's what I was looking for on how the gimbal moves when you turn and or rotate the handle..

[@marcd8254]

Just the guide that every beginner needs, all easy and convenient with this beginner-friendly gimbal

[@inesventura5489]

Thank’s a lot! I’m starting my way with gimbals and this was really helpful.

[@Shotsby20th]

Incredible video !! Was hesitant about buying one as I thought it was too hard now I’m ordering this gimbal! Thanks legend 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@Supergeologist]

Just bought one of these for my Nikon, these tutorials are an absolute bonus. One minor criticism on the gimbal is that it might have been useful if there were little thumb wheels on the arms for precise balancing. I do find moving the cradles manually along the arms tends to be a bit stiff.

[@malcomowenflood]

Incredible guide, and incredible work creating it Jeven!

[@brundog807]

Ive been using gimbals since TAROT made one for my quadcopter almost 10 years ago. I just upgraded to a A7rIV and I couldnt resist this gimbal. Thanks for all the tips!

[@TheLWallaceJr]

Just brought this gimble yesterday, this review has been super useful!!! Thank you!!

[@marke464]

Great video. I never realised how much there is to using a gimbal. Much appreciated.

[@justicestillsphotography]

this is by far the best tutorial I have seen, you are excellent. thank you very much for this

[@staciema8024]

Thank you so much for making this video. You speak so clearly and explained how to use this gimbal very well

[@Excllc]

Dude, so freaking helpful this was so awesome and incredible. LITERALLY THANK YOU!

[@Johnny666M]

Hands down best channel on YT! Can I see that fast walk again :) Thanks for the great videos!

[@photographybydaniellee]

Wow! I cannot thank you enough for this video. It is so thoughtful and helpful. This is the ultimate guide.

[@filthfreaker_og]

Thanks for this video. Just got my gimbal in right now and I’m all set to go because of this 🤙🏽

[@helencogan2187]

This was incredible!!! I now have the gimbal all set up properly!! THANK YOU Jeven!!!!

[@JevenDovey]

Glad it helped!

[@cowanphotograf]

love your speed walk 👏, very good video Jeven, you convinced me to get this gimbal and fixed my upright from ninja mode

[@szetochristina4581]

I have been struggling with the gimbal and this tutorial helped me a lot, thank you! It is way better than the DJI official tutorial~

[@FelixKoTravels]

Thank you so much for doing this video! It’s super informative! Awesome job! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@saharvarona]

I just got this gimbal for my channel and i am sooo excited! I have the zv-e10 but it isn’t as smooth for vlogs and so i got this mini one (coz it is the cheapest lol) yayy!! Thanks for helping me decide which to get btw!

[@ItsOnlyElectric]

Very good walkthrough!!! Thanks a lot. I just ordered the DJI rs3 mini and I'm going to use it in my next video. I'm very excited 😊

[@yashawells]

This was so helpful and made this go around for me to purchase a gimbal. I feel way more confident this go around.

[@JasonCollin]

Thank you so much for this video! I just got the RS 3 Mini a few weeks ago and only really watched a video on how to balance the camera on it. My results were very disappointing. After watching this video I feel like my gimbal knowledge was increased 100x! Just showing how to change that dial to something else to stop the focus error from coming up on my Sony camera was great, but the way you explained the different follow modes is the best I've heard, and now I actually understand the differences. Plus, I know and understand how and why I would want to use the Lock Mode as well. As a long time pro photographer and drone pilot who is just adding "from the ground" video to what I want to offer clients, your video is a big first step in getting me ready to start getting video clients. I am a subscriber and will be back to watch more! Thanks again!

[@JevenDovey]

Glad the video helped!

[@kenloyd]

Great job Jeven -- very thorough, good rate of speed, details stated clearly and it's very easy to follow!

[@JevenDovey]

Glad it was helpful!

[@DACnew]

Really helpful - well paced, great content for someone new to the gimbal and moving to video work - you were right, great Beginners Guide!!! Thank you!

[@ManchesterBlackSheep]

This ia fabulous video for someone new to using a gimbal. Thank you very much.

[@ABHI619able]

Thank You for making a detailed video of DJI gimbal, it helped me alot in PG cinematography class.

[@PapartsTV]

Thanks for sharing bro...this is a big help to me since I have the RS3 mini and I'm kinda learning the basics out of this.

[@ajca69420]

Thanks for this video! I've watched a lot that's why I bought the RS3 Mini, your video explained what I need to know! 😊

[@tomschuler2942]

I appreciate your video - just exceptionally well explained and done! I don't think I've ever watched a video so many times. LOL. Thanks and I look forward to seeing more of your outstandingly good content. Greetings from Germany.

[@AndreasDeTangonautics]

Great video that made my day when I got my DJI RS3 Mini!

[@lightsandvibes4371]

Thank you for this video! I've just subscribed to your channel because you're Awesome man!

[@halkanasta]

bought it, checked your video and all ready for action. Thank you so much brother!

[@riseauto9551]

Needed this thanks !

[@DrillingInTheNameOf]

This was a great help, thank you!

[@guglielmo_nature_photography]

This video is gold!!! Thank you sooooooo much man!!! When intuibile about video making Jeven Dovey is what comes to my mind 🙏

[@motiva1249]

Wow, this video is amazing! It teaches me everything i need to know. Thanks a bunch!

[@deansyverson4841]

Well Done Jeven! Very thorough.

[@OliBaitsMedia]

The only RS3 Mini video you’ll ever need! Nice work, thanks!

[@JevenDovey]

Glad you liked it!

[@Justin-vf9mn]

Wow what a video Jeven! Really helpful, thank you!

[@jackzlovesshooting4238]

Thank you, Jeven! What an excellent tutorial!

[@teambattleground9076]

Great video, thanks!

[@michelestapleton]

I'm only seven minutes in and already your video is much better than the DJI tutorial for a new user. Thank you. (Wish I'd watch you first instead of the DJI tutorial set.)

[@agiOverlord]

Very helpful! Thanks!

[@Takeonm]

Awesome guide!

[@haytijr5823]

This is very helpful. Thank you so much

[@RosalynnSundahl]

I'm so incredibly happy you made this detailed video!! Learning a lot because you're taking us with you for every step. Even though I've set up a DJI 3 several times (balancing), you still mentioned a few things that I wasn't aware of yet. Thank you so much! I was wondering - how do you focus using the gimbal, keeping a person / object in focus while moving?

[@StephenWhiteheadFilms]

Thank you so much for this. Super super helpful 🙏

[@BayAreaDrone]

Thanks Jeven for the great review, I just placed an order on RS Mini 3 today. I was so done with Zhiyun Weebill S after some use, it was good first but then it stopped working with the recording on/off button. That was a deal breaker for my real estate shoots to have to push the record button on the camera every time. I'm definitely looking forward to this RS 3 Mini gimbal, vertical shoot mode will be very useful for my real estate gigs too!

[@modernmusicstudio303]

This is such a helpful video, thanks!

[@jntechreview]

DJI should be paying you for making such a detailed tutorial. Thanks a ton!

[@ehsanm7819]

Awesome, Soooo useful. Thank you

[@storybabble]

Thanks Devon. Nice job. As usual.

[@TheMikeBernard]

Glad you explained what a gimbal is before you started. I bought this thing and dont know what it is !

[@jerrymarkee4269]

Thank you so much very well explained, and so detailed!

[@mathieucladidier2882]

Thank you so much for your time and effort! It was amazing!

[@abiyfikru]

so helpful thank you

[@Fabziy]

Great demo thanks...

[@hunterstewart04]

Jeven I don’t even have a mirror less camera I just use my phone but I always watch your vids because they are so engaging and packed with tips and tricks! Keep it up!

[@hunterstewart04]

I just have the DJI OM 5

[@dsera2721]

arey bhai 🐐

[@jmartinianovlogging1482]

thank you for making time on this!!!

[@MKcreativeagency]

Such a great, thorough and helpful video! Thanks Jeven. MK

[@RodneyGracia]

Awesome tutorial. Thanks to you, Jeven, my brand new RS3 Mini is officially balanced with my ZV-E1 and Tamron 28-75mm f2.8. What a great device. By far most favorite moment in this video is at 31:12 ... lol.

[@jonatasguitar]

Thank for the video man. I learned lots. God bless!!!

[@flexear]

Thank you so very much for this helpful video

[@nethtv8024]

thank u . learned a lot !

[@EverythingFilmmaking]

Just received mine..this video is perfect timing..thanks 🎥🎬

[@JevenDovey]

Perfect!

[@davidmultimedia2024]

Now THAT'S a very complete and excellent guide! Thank you!

[@JevenDovey]

Glad it was helpful!

[@cassandrabroz2531]

Awesome video!!! Sooooooo helpful!!!

[@elizakarlson1]

Awesome Vid!

[@rgmartin]

Awesome gimbal, awesome tips! Thanks

[@TheCAG1976]

Wow! There are some features I didn't realize these gimbals have that I see just by watching this video! I didn't realize that lock feature as well as the one where you can lock certain motors. Now I have the DJI RS3. Not the Mini or the Pro, so I am assuming mine has all of these features too, so I will have to check them out tomorrow. I love your videos on this stuff! I know, I know... I should just read the instructions, but I tend to not and figure things out by video reviews and video instructions.

[@edwinmaina4real]

Thank you so much brother for putting all your effort into making this video for us. It is very helpful. Shukran.