Is The DJI RS3 Still Worth It In 2023?

[@xylo_42]

Great video! One of the big reasons I’ve heard people go with the RS3 Pro is because it supports the LiDAR accessory without having to Mount extra batteries to the gimbal

[@DavieLangham]

Thank you. Your right. It’s a brilliant buy. 👊🏼

[@FightCollective]

How can you have a review about a gimbal and not touch on the difficulty, and pain in the arse, of setting it up and balancing it? Perhaps the single most important aspect about using a gimbal!

[@DavieLangham]

@FightCollective thanks for the feedback although I didn’t ever state this video was a review. Just my opinion as to if the gimbal is still worth it in 2023. All gimbals can be a pain to balance. luckily there are thousands of tutorials on here for that.

[@TheDeepPlanet]

How do you have only 299 subscribers?!? Great channel. Can't wait to use my RS3.

[@DavieLangham]

Thanks man. Yeah enjoy it, It’s a great tool. 👊🏼

[@GreatEgret]

Now he has 300 as I just subscribed. Love my RS3!

[@DavieLangham]

@@GreatEgret 👊🏼 thanks for that! Glad your liking the RS3. Keep creative 👍🏼

[@jeremise5673]

the amount of times ive seen that “don’t buy this” on clickbait youtubers is insane

[@rsm307studios]

Great, great video!!! I wish I would have seen your video before I FINALLY purchased my RS3. I am just finishing up my unboxing video. Once that is done, then I will move onto getting to actually set it up and test it out. I had been using the DJI OSMO 3 mobile just to see if I wanted to drop the extra coin to get a DSLR gimbal. Thanks again!!!

[@DavieLangham]

Appreciate the comment mate. I’m sure you’ve made the right choice. Thats awesome, link your unboxing video once it’s up. I’ll look forward to watching it mate. 👊🏼

[@Slang_Forever]

That's a pretty good gimbal i really need the upgrade from my rsc2 that auto lock feature is nice

[@DavieLangham]

Yes I would definitely recommend this it. That feature alone has saved me a bunch of time. Keep creative 👊🏼🙏

[@JoshConnectMedia]

I got the RS3 and holy smokes, it's beefing up my videos for cars and motorcycles. The RS3 PRO would be pretty cool but for me, the RS3 is just what I wanted to get my stuff done based on the cameras I intend having and also using. Peace, am out.

[@DavieLangham]

That’s awesome. Yeah that smooth motion gives you such a good look. Your speed ramps will look insane. 👊🏼

[@SeanMacProductions]

7:20

[@modernmusicstudio303]

Thank you for this honest opinion! Super helpful! Cheers!

[@zeropain187]

January 1st 2024 here. Looking at my Ronin S and wanting to upgrade. Is it still worth it in 2024. Im thinking YES

[@DavieLangham]

Hey there. For sure a good upgrade to the S. any mirrorless set up, you’re good to go. 👍🏼

[@zeropain187]

Just picked up a new R6 mark ii. Coming from a 5D mark iv. Thanks for the reply@@DavieLangham

[@DavieLangham]

@@zeropain187 R6 incredible camera. Enjoy 👊🏼

[@ArtisFX]

A Lidar Setup app would be very nice to setup, calibate, store lens profile and troubleshoot. The current method of using the postage size screen on the gimbal leaves a lot be desired.

[@DavieLangham]

Great point. Yes LiDAR seem the way forward for the bigger projects. Although AF now is getting so good.

[@magictracks]

great vid do you know what plates they use i needed a tripod but would like something that can switch from this gimbal to a tripod,. is it arca swiss of Manfrotto so lost

[@DavieLangham]

Thanks. On their site it’s states “Quick-Release Plate (Arca-Swiss/Manfrotto). It comes in two parts so can be used for both. Hope that helps.

[@bobmusikk]

I like mine too, but this week I bought an accessory that connect to the side nano, BUT the non pro dont have the 8 pins connector, I had to return the grip.

[@DavieLangham]

Man that’s a bummer. Hope you found a suitable alternative

[@bobmusikk]

@@DavieLangham There's no contact on the nanos on the non pro to control accessories. So I kept the 2 external handles and if I want to use the joystick I have to put one hand in the middle, doesn't go smooth but ok.

[@lythnork6131]

I use a Sony A7IV with smallrig cage and Sigma 24-70 f2.8. Should i buy RS3 or Pro model?

[@DavieLangham]

If it was me I’d stick with the RS3. Un less you plan on adding more weight and wanting to utilise the LiDAR with the pro. Do as much research as possible for sure. Keep me posted man. 👍🏼

[@RCGJR_]

The RS3 pro is about $400 more than the RS3 here in Canada, would you say the $400 difference is worth it?

[@DavieLangham]

Hey. It really depends on your set up. If your running a mirrorless set up up, then the RS3 has you covered. Anything heavier like a canon C70 or larger lenses, then it’s the RS3 pro. Also with the pro you have a better battery life but in my opinion, the RS3 keeps me going for at least 8 hours shooting at an event. Add up your camera and heaviest lens and see if the RS3 can handle that payload. If so then the RS3 is the one for you. 👊🏼

[@RCGJR_]

@@DavieLangham thank you so much for the reply!! I ended up getting the RS3 Mini, my canon r6 with either the 35mm or 50mm balances on point, although it couldn’t handle my 70-200mm 🤣

[@arisshah2804]

Does it work for vertical mode using the sigma 24-70 mm ?

[@DavieLangham]

You most certainly can with a vertical mounting plate. I would be mindful of the motors being strained with the extra weight from the 24-70. Be sure to balance it well and keep an eye on the motor icon on the gimbal screen. this will start going orange/red to indicate the motors struggling.

[@biohazard2030]

I was gonna go with the RS3 mini but figured I might as well future proof myself a little bit and spend the extra $200 and going with the regular RS3. I really thought about getting the pro but I too also only use mirrorless camera set ups. So I really have no need for the Pro. The regular RS3 is the perfect Goldilocks gimbal. Not too big and expensive, not too small and cheap. Juuuuust right loo

[@DavieLangham]

Sounds like you made the right choice thinking ahead. The RS3 is a great piece of kit. Hope it does you well 👊🏼

[@DONOUMITON]

Hello, I have Canon 80D with a 70-200mm F 1.4 II, I’d like to know if the Rs3 or the Rs3 pro would be better for this lens?

[@DavieLangham]

So your set up seems to be around 1.5kg and The rs3 can handle up to 3kg. You would get away with it. But bare in mind the long zoom barrel on the 70-200. This would ad more strain on the motors, reducing the power and possible performance if balanced incorrectly. Of course the rs3 pro would handle this no problem. Hope that helps. 👊🏼

[@ZisimosZizos]

Nice video. I liked the way you presented. Gave you a sub.

[@DavieLangham]

That’s awesome thanks. Much appreciated 👊🏼

[@ericknorpp8238]

Does anybody know if the rsc2 focus motor will work with the rs3 ? Thanks!

[@joelwood.photography]

Where do you get your light leaks and film effect transitions and backgrounds from?

[@andyjack1974]

Agreed, love the transitions. May I also ask where u got them from?

[@ruisearts]

Heya, backpack nerd here, what’s this beauty? 3:23 thanks.

[@EdwardOrnelas]

Part of me wishes I would've picked up the RS3 pro but I couldn't justify 2x the price for the lidar feature. Most of the time, I'm pulling focus myself so I guess its not a big deal. With cameras only getting better auto focus, I'd imagine lidar might date over time

[@dreamremoved8886]

huh? the lidar autofocuses manual lenses. how is a camera's autofocus going to focus manual lenses? i don't understand.

[@EdwardOrnelas]

@@dreamremoved8886 As in I don't need Lidar since Autofocus is getting significantly better. My current camera does not support Auto focus but I plan on switching over a FX3

[@Hubieee]

lal, still worth to buy this great gimbal?

[@pakpak3164]

@Davie Langham DJI RS3 or DJI RS3 Mini, which would you recommend for wedding photographer? Using Panasonic Lumix S52

[@maurodemello6078]

Hey my friend... do you know how to use the wheel to pull focus? ( with the bluetooth paired with the Sony a7S III), because I only can use it for zoom

[@DavieLangham]

Hey man. So just use it the same as you would for zoom but attach it to the focus ring instead. Also if stabilised, use the A and B point feature on the DJI app.

[@bambamhakkai]

Love my RS3 mini

[@DavieLangham]

Yeah a brilliant gimbal for sure. 👊🏼

[@veesoho93]

Cool video thank you !

[@DavieLangham]

Glad I could help mate. What gimbal do you have?

[@ZombieJoneZ]

amazing video! thanks so much!

[@DavieLangham]

Appreciate the support. 🙏

[@juanargueta5988]

can’t get ie to balance its my first gimbal ever i followed a few videos o how to set up yet somehow it gives me a red color and it shuts down the motors it’s annoying af

[@streetlife20]

I got the rs3…. Now I want the DJI transmission and LiDAR 😢

[@DavieLangham]

Ahaha yeah never ending my man. But it nails that focus!! 👊🏼

[@ivahnkahn4697]

I was told the rs3 doesn’t have a screen but the pro does? I’m confused cos I’ve seen a screen. Can someone clarify please?

[@GatmanVidz]

it does

[@jhonnysaenz1748]

more videos about dji rs3 pro with canon r6 mark ii

[@ahmedchaabane6403]

Please can he hold the sony fdr ax700 camescope?

[@DavieLangham]

Believe it or not, yes it can hold the ax700. I have seen some other videos on this and you will have a couple of clearance and balance issues, but there are ways in which people have solved this. Be sure to check out other videos before. 👍🏼

[@ahmedchaabane6403]

I'll check them out, thank you! @@DavieLangham

[@robertruffo2134]

there's no 4th axis anything on either on the RS3s What are you talking about!?

[@DavieLangham]

I said there are 3 but as DJI stated on their site, all three working in unison provide a “fourth” to reduce micro jitters and adjustments. Please do some research before posting negative comments. 👍🏼

[@AngryBroccoliRecipesVegan]

If you liked it so much, why does your thumbnail say "Don't buy this gimbal?" So clickbaity.

[@DavieLangham]

The title is a question about this product hence the question mark. 😃

[@middleclass-014]

i subs… i want to see more of your face😅 keep up 😊

[@petrub27]

i never ever considered that was sent to you by dji

[@salduaij]

If it’s not worth buying in 2023 is there a better option?

[@DavieLangham]

As I say in my conclusion, It’s definitely worth buying in 2023. But if you think it’s not for you than of course there plenty of alternatives. Really depends on your setup. 👍🏼

[@gmarmaduraexotics]

Confused at your big font DON'T BUY THIS GIMBAl. Yet the end of your video says its worth it in 2023.

[@DavieLangham]

Don’t buy this gimbal with a ?. This video is my answer to this. Hope you liked it. 👍🏼

[@gmarmaduraexotics]

@@DavieLangham ok, I follow. Thanks for responding.

[@DavieLangham]

@@gmarmaduraexotics thanks for the follow 👊🏼

[@Esoterixxx]

Click bait video is click bait

[@verifiedccp]

The rs3 is a 6 pound payload carrier not 10 pounds

[@Squatrecords]

deslike for the thumbnail

[@bilalrasheed5450]

yes I bought it bruh 😭

[@DavieLangham]

That’s great. Hope you enjoy it! What’s your favourite feature?

[@krane15]

The case is useless and a stupid design. Its just a temporary measure. Any serious videographer will end up buying a decent Pelican case anyway.