DJI RS3 Mini vs RS3 vs RS3 PRO - Which GIMBAL Should You Buy?

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[@JevenDovey]

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[@ClaudioDesideriFilms]

Gonna check it out now, cheers!❤

[@carlosjohnson8135]

The more Ronin variety, the better. A happy new year to all filmmakers and photographers especially to those one-man teams out there.

[@tornadopro3156]

One-man team here! Have a great year as well man

[@BinnyAndMeena]

Happy new year

[@chasemadrid2819]

One man team which is why i need the active track lol i cant believe they didnt add it

[@sushantatimalsina9064]

true😅

[@raymondjohnson6244]

Thank you so much

[@MrFudafuda]

Jeven...just wanted to thank you for your beginner guide on the mini 2..I'm new to drones and this was so helpful...really clear and concise...moving on to filming now and will be checking out all your viids on that subject...Thanks again Rob

[@jamesruse5895]

Thanks, Jeven. What timing...I was just about to pull the trigger on the RS 3. But the hesitation was the price. The 3 Mini is perfect for me! I appreciate the in-depth comparisons.

[@JDMRightHandDrive]

Going with the RS3 mini for my run and gun shooting. Thanks for the video and in depth expatiation.

[@ProgramistaNaBudowie]

Thanks for the video Jeven! This is awesome introduction for someone who needs to pick the right gimbal. Cheers!

[@chibiwolf_]

Thanks for the video Jeven! A lot of useful detailed information. I like travel size of the mini but my loadout is would probably work better on the RS3. Thanks for helping me come to the decision! 😊

[@KyleJess]

Hey Jeven, we're looking to get a good travel gimbal and the RS3 mini looks awesome for sure! At the same price point, we're also looking at the Crane M3 and Weebill S.... Curious to know which of the 3 you'd lean towards, and why? Thanks man, love the content! 👐

[@modernmusicstudio303]

Thank you for sharing this! This answered a lot of questions!

[@KhoPhi]

Ooh I'm back again. Just watched your full video on the RS3. And your intro track is fire too though

[@WayWalker3]

Great review and comparison. Thanks for the guidance.

[@jessedelice]

CLUTCH VIDEO! Can't believe I wasn't subscribed before! Thanks for clearing things up for ya boy!

[@pablob.6959]

Thank you for making this video! I’ve been looking at buying a gimbal and this really helped me decide on which one to get

[@gp37521]

Dang, that was an amazing, helpful video, and I just subbed.

[@SidneyDiongzon]

Great comparisons man!

[@JevenDovey]

Thanks!

[@jessegimbel]

Great review, thanks! Is that the Tilta rear handle?

[@coloradomallcrawlers]

Great vid! Thanks! I’m going to get the mini to learn how to use a gimbal. Then later, I’ll get one of the more advanced ones.

[@slphpy]

Thank you! This was super helpful.

[@AnAussieinAmerica]

Love your reviews. I’ve been wanting a mini gimbal for a while now.

[@brandonleefilms-weddings]

Bluetooth only works for "record" START/STOP... Any other functions require a cable. Always love your videos, very detailed!

[@ollie.kirwan]

That's good to know!

[@f0t0b0y]

This was massive. Thank you. 🙌🏼

[@TechnoDad]

How about for real estate videos? Camera is Sony FX3 with 16mm and 35mm lenses?

[@BorealisOffroad]

Very thorough video, Jeven! Just a note, the Mini has a 1.4 inch LCD screen, not OLED like the 1.8" screen on the 3 and 3 Pro. Thanks for the video. Very glad I saw DJI's teaser of the release before going with the Crane M3. Seems like DJI knew where they were missing an opportunity.

[@PaulFeinberg]

Great video as always Jeven! So many choices now lol

[@sofyaneffendi9913]

so much enterntain content tanks for the video

[@robfxdls]

Great video, thank you! Do you know if an Arca or RC2 base plate can be mounted on the mini? I have a Peak Design Dual plate on my camera since I have Manfrotto tripods as well as Arca/Peak Design products I want to mount to.

[@benpowerweddingphotographe1658]

Great video,what is the model name for the handle that you used with the RS3 Mini.

[@yatanphoto]

Hi Jevan! Great video as always! Can you do a comparison between the RS3 Mini and the RSC2, as getting the RSC2 in good used condition might be financially less stressfull.

[@SURREALL69]

Yes I agreed what's the comparison

[@jakenotfromstatefarm]

Love you channel! Thanks for the video!

[@JevenDovey]

Thanks for watching!

[@genecampanelli7456]

This was great, thank you!

[@langheproperty]

Nice video Jeven, thanks! I've got a Nikon Z7ii with the big, heavy AF-S 14-24 do you think the RS3 is enough? I've got an SC and it's not big enough. I worry the RS3 Pro will be overkill.. Thanks!!

[@rabhaus]

thanks buddy. great video

[@Trial4life]

Many thanks for the detailed review! Just one question regarding the RS3 Mini: is it possible to mount the Smallrig quick-release plate that allows to use the Peak Design Capture plate?

[@Kovaction]

Just seeing this and I have the same question! I want to leave one plate on the camera and be able to move it from gimbal to PD tripod with ARCA too!

[@KevinLupul]

Hey! Will the mini work the with Cannon EOS 80? I feel like the mini would be perfect

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Perfect timing! I think I'm going to go for the RS 3, I'm just trying to figure out if I'd need the combo deal? Though I think I'll probably skip the combo & see how I get on to start with. Thanks for the video Jeven 👌

[@chasemadrid2819]

Great choice. i was looking forward to this one but having no active track is a deal breaker

[@C_itsNemo]

@@chasemadrid2819what one has active track?

[@chasemadrid2819]

@@C_itsNemo The Ronin S3 but you have to buy the Reven Eye Transmiter for it

[@ClaudioDesideriFilms]

Gotta love Jeven! Another absolutely useful video mate, I can't thank you enough for your help and clarity of explanation. It seems that the RS3 is the best middle ground pick for me (A7siii + Sony 35mm. For zoom lenses I still prefer a hand-held rig but you never know). My question is, does the RS3 communicates with the Tilta Advanced Hand Grip although it has got cold shoes only?

[@SamCLawn]

What did you end up getting bro? I'm just about to replace my Ronin S 1, and can't decide if I want the 3 or 3 Pro.

[@sumanvellore1641]

As usual this has been an exceptional review video. 👏

[@Finsterwald_]

What a great video Sir. Its a pleasure to watch your videos.

[@JevenDovey]

Thank You!

[@sohailiqbalukentertainment4401]

Thank you so much for making this video very helpful for new buyers

[@skyace888]

Thanks for this video. I'm a Z6 ii shooter with an Atomos Ninja V recorder and smallrig setup. Which would be best for that?

[@neko829]

Nice reviews! What do you think Jeven, for a Canon 5d m4, what's better the RS3 or RS3 pro?

[@flyingpete]

Very useful videos. Thank you. I use a GoPro 11 on an Inkee Falcon Plus, but I find the controls are awkward and difficult to reach during shooting. For us GoPro fans, a video with a DJI RS3 mini and a GoPro would be appreciated. Thank you.

[@reza_rahmani]

thanks for good info👏

[@TRANBINH_VN]

Thank you your video .. very clear, exactly ..

[@constitutio]

Hi Jeven may I ask which lens you use on your sony (the one with the silver filter on it) I didn't understand the spoken description about it. thanks. I like the rhythm of you video, nice voice, not too much information. all perfect. Dominic

[@DIYVariety]

I just got this gimbal the rs3 not a pro but trying to learn. Thanks for the video.

[@kamvalenkosi_]

Thank you. Really informative.

[@ecchistitchesakabakasukamu809]

really considering the mini but i have a sony alpha 4 with a sigma 24-70mm art lens. with a small rig case. i feel like its too heavy for the gimbal. thoughts?

[@FerociousPancake888]

Watched this vid back when I had a little VZ-E10 and ended up buying the mini. Definitely the right decision given the camera. But now I’m rocking an FX3 on a rig so I’m back to this video and it’s time to step it up for sure. The mini can handle my FX3 with a 35mm and nothing else but she definitely struggles.

[@seanno]

Hi there! Just want to ask if the ronin mini can carry a nikon d3500 with kit lens? Hope uou can guide me in this. Thank you😊

[@gounts365]

what gimbal by your opinion is the best for shoot off-road ride because I have weebill s and I want to change!.?

[@liveyourluxelife]

Hi can you compare the dji mini with the zhiyun m3? Looking to compare ease of use with sony alpha and also smartphone options. Thanks!

[@a2roland]

Awesome! Thank You!!

[@IrfanKhokharFilms]

nice review!

[@Production-Gear-Guides-Tips]

Looking at those side mounts (grabbing an RS3 standard). What kind of adapter would I need to attach say a wireless video transmitter there? looking specially at a Hollyland Mars 4k specifically.

[@giacomotognoni9865]

Hey, what backpack do you use in this video? Looks awesome

[@BugBobsWildWorld]

I wondered how these compare. Thank you, Jeven.

[@USMCDragonGunner]

Do you have a Peak Design plate (from their Capture v3) to see if it will work directly with this mini?

[@Photoshopuzr]

The main man to go to for information on gimbals, question im currently using the hohem mt2 however, my setup is going to be the r62 and the r5c im using it for the iphone video as well would you say to get rid of the hohem and get the rs3 mini, or keep it and get a seperate gimbal i will be shooting for outside, travel, and short films. the clock is ticking to send the hohem back im also using filmic pro thats compatible with the dji gimbals, i really like the a.i on the hohem but i prefer what's needed for the job. I don't like having gear laying around not being used to there full potential. thanks in advance. this video helped.

[@jdcbureau7898]

Amazing video!

[@MartinV.]

Great Video!

[@robneil8284]

Excellent, no-bullshit advice and summary, thank you.

[@erbartlett]

do you know if they upgraded the active track from the rsc2?

[@TUFFBASS]

if I want one of these for professional use such as real estate should i go with RS3 PRO vs RS3?

[@ManishVyas]

Great Video jeven. One question - do you think RS3 mini can handle Sony A7s3+24-105 G OSS lens? Your feedback will help me make the right decision.

[@connorsmith5255]

I have one, and the biggest lens I was able to put on was a 24-70mm sigma

[@VIZIONONE]

@@connorsmith5255 do you think a 70-200 would work?

[@connorsmith5255]

@@VIZIONONE definitely not a 70-200. You can try but my guess is that the motors would wear out pretty quick that way. Your best bet if you’re gonna do that is to buy a RS3 or an RS3 Pro (to be on the safe side). Hope that helps

[@PabloDeBiasi]

Can you please tell me which back handle support you used at 6:51 ? Thanks

[@travelpatron]

Hello. Can you please tell is it possible to change zoom via motor on rs3 combo instead of focus?

[@NicholasStein]

Don't you have to rebalance the camera when you switch from horizontal to vertical?

[@TheAgora123]

Great Video

[@kuya_timmy]

Man I love DJI, I wish this would’ve come out last week before I bought my Crane M2S

[@FlytPath]

That smaller size is 🔥 thanks Jeven

[@tor2919]

What about tripod compatibility? Is the larger plate on the RS3 compatible with manfrotto plates used on Sachtler tripods? The minis arca for sure isn’t:

[@JerryMacHomes]

Great video. Anyone know if this would work with a Panasonic GH3? I only need it for balancing. My daughter needs to shoot some short films for college. Thanks so much.

[@AlIsUpOutdoors]

You might not know this but would the mini work with the canon SL3?

[@Triplesevn33]

Wish you could have covered the various types of dslrs the mini can handle. I want to get it for my gh5m2 but am worrier it the gimbal will struggle. I prefer the smallest of the 3 for what I want to use the gimbal for.

Do you also have this issue that the RS3 Mini is vibrating and making a slight noise, almost rhythmically? Even when you use a really light setup, with the gimbal properly balanced of course. I am aware of the fact that inside a gimbal there are moving pieces and there should be some noise and vibrations but these seem different than any other gimbal. If anybody has the same issue or if you know that is normal for it to do so please let me know.

[@roryonabike5863]

I think that this is the best overview of the RS 3 series. It was very helpful in deciding to go with the Mini, which I'll be using primarily with a Beastgrip cage and iPhone 15 Pro Max.

[@michaelbeeministries2020]

Nice! Thank you again! 🌞👍

[@JevenDovey]

😀

[@jacksonhan528]

Thank you!

[@BrianPaul-qg7yr]

I'm curious how the mini compares to the RSC 2.

[@twistedjiji]

Great video! Quick question: Between the RS3 and RS3 Mini, which one is easier to put into a backpack? Since the RS3 can be broken down and has a removeable battery, is it easier to stash it in a smaller backpack than the Mini? Also, is there a difference in stabalization between the 2 since the RS 3 is bigger?

[@connorsmith5255]

RS3 Mini for sure

[@apicharjiratanan4285]

should i go for a flip switch setup or mini?

[@stephenkelly1482]

Top notch review

[@puropalmar]

Mini 3 , arriving tomorrow ,, pairing with Fujifilm xt4 and h2s

[@allstarbury]

After watching a lot videos with SoNy zv e10 i see no gimbal can make smooth videos with this camera .Every times picute shakes .How abou this gimbal dji mini 3 with other camera like lumix gh5 do we still need soft stabilization or camera stabilization ?

[@OnMyTrek]

I have the rsc2 purchased used (as learning and building up). Would the rs3 mini be a better upgrade?

[@iiamstephh]

Wondering the same thing, the size alone is a big plus for me

[@elflorero316]

UNA PREGUNTA SE PUEDE USAR CON UN CELULAR

[@Alamini96]

In my city, I can get a used ronin mx for the price of an rs3. I've been a photographer for sometime and just starting to get into video. I'm looking for a gimbal for 2 major applications: 1. Shooting cinematic portrait video 2. Shooting cinematic car shots ( both stationary and moving ). In your video, you mention we can create the ring grip on both the rs3 and the rs3pro, which I'm guesing will be a great addition for smooth moving car shots. Please let me know if you have a suggestion here on what to go with Setup I'm going to use: sony A7C2/A7S3 with mostly wide lenses (24 1.4 / 20-40 / 24-70) but I want capability to use something like a 70-200 on occasion as well.

[@kyleboselli3196]

Does anyone know if the mini will work with a7iv + 35 1.4 gmaster or sigma 85 1.4 Art lenses?

[@temperatureinsella6227]

Mini version can be use for sport following like ski or gimbal is not so performing like rs3?

[@JasonBerryman]

I love your videos, but when you're displaying weights/ distances, please can you also include metric values? I have to keep converting lbs to kgs

[@agenericaccount3935]

Sounds like you have a process in place. No need for the creator to change.

[@bdandb6001]

@@agenericaccount3935 opening google for a second doesn't seem like a big change

[@fabian3265]

+1 please add metrics!

[@designer4292]

Any good gimbal you recommend for around 100? Or are these one of those things I shouldn’t cheap out on?

[@bobcat2938]

Ty.

[@IdrisB]

can it fit a fx3 and a 24-70?

[@marcinpusher]

There is a lot of us out there that doesnt use LBS but kg, concider this please in next vid, thanks, great review ❤

[@Kovaction]

Nice review and comparo Jeven! Is there an adapter to allow use of an arca plate on the RS3 Mini and also say a PD tripod, etc...? I'm reading some confusing stuff on this topic.

[@xeicv]

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[@Sofia-di6qy]

Hello! For Sony FX3 with 24-70 and 200 lens which one is better ?

[@Foxmatrix1]

Oh it’s me on 2:44, we shoot this commercial last year ) so cool 😎

[@tor2919]

Does the stronger motors on the RS3 make any difference for how stable the footage is? Not talking about max load, just curious if the extra oomph makes a difference? I’m not sure whether you said in the video, but the Mini doesn’t have Supersmooth right? Does it make a difference? The big plate on the RS3, does it come off and can you use it as a Manfrotto plate?

[@r00kiet80]

Under normal circumstances you wont notice a diffrence but if you use the gimbal on a bike a car or maybe on skis i'm certain it will struggle with the gforces

[@jambononi]

I don't think it will work with just a manfrotto plate. As they have treads on the bottom which helps with balancing it.

[@DCreativeMedia]

How to get it to lock in place. As the filmmakers say "chicken head". Double tap trigger does not work & custom all axis off does not work...am I missing something?