DJI RS 5 vs DJI RS 4 Pro vs DJI RS 4 vs DJI RS 4 Mini: What's the difference?
The DJI RS 5 gimbal stabiliser brings some key upgrades on its predecessors, including featuring the 5th-Gen RS stabilisation algorithm.
The table below shows the key specifications between the DJI RS 5 vs DJI RS 4 Pro vs DJI RS 4 vs DJI RS 4 Mini gimbal stabilisers.
FeatureDJI RS 5DJI RS 4 ProDJI RS 4DJI RS 4 MiniGimbal weight (including gimbal, battery grip, and quick-release plate)1.46 kg (3.21 lbs)1.6 kg (3.5 lbs)1.4 kg (3.0 lbs)890 g (2 lbs)Tested payload3 kg (6.6 lbs)4.5 kg (10 lbs)3 kg (6.6 lbs)2 kg (4.4 lbs)Recommended camera and lens combinationSony: FX3/A7M4/A7C/A1 + FE 24-70 mm F2.8Canon: R5 Mark II + RF 24-70 mm F2.8Nikon: Z6 III/Z7 II + Z 24-70 mm F2.8Panasonic: S5M2 + 24-60 mm F2.8Fujifilm: X-T5 + XF 16-55 mm F2.8Red: Komodo + RF 24-70 mm F2.8Blackmagic Design: BMPCC 6K Pro + EF 24-70 mm F2.8Sony: FX6/FX3 + FE 24-70 mm F2.8Canon: C70/R5C/R3 + RF 24-70 mm F2.8Nikon: Z9 + Z 24-70 mm F2.8Panasonic: S1H + L 24-70 mm F2.8Sony: A7S3/A7M4/A7C/A1 + FE 24-70 mm F2.8Canon: R5/R6 + RF 24-70 mm F2.8Nikon: Z6 II/Z7 II + Z 24-70 mm F2.8Panasonic: GH6 + M4/3 12-60 mm F2.8-4.0Fujifilm: X-T4 + X 16-55 mm F2.8Sony: A7S3/A7M4/A7C + FE 24-70 mm F2.8 GM IISony: A6400 + E 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6Canon: EOS R5 + RF 24-70 mm F2.8Canon: EOS R7 + RF 15-30 mm F4.5-6.3Nikon: Z7 II + Z 24-70 mm F2.8Nikon: Z50 + Z 24-50 mm F4.0-6.3Panasonic: S5 + L 20-60mm F3.5-5.6Fujifilm: FX-T30 II + XC 15-45 mm F3.5-5.6Standalone GimbalSingle-handed, dual-handed, briefcase, 3rd-gen native vertical shootingSingle-handed, dual-handed, briefcase, 2nd-gen native vertical shootingSingle-handed, dual-handed, briefcase, 2nd-gen native vertical shootingSingle-handed, briefcase, 3rd-gen native vertical shootingExpansionBriefcase control handle, ring handleVehicle mount, Steadicam, slider, cable cam, jibBriefcase control handle, ring handleN/AAxis Locks2nd-gen automated axis locks2nd-gen automated axis locks2nd-gen automated axis locks2nd-gen automated axis locksAxis Arm MaterialAluminum alloy, Teflon™ interlayersCarbon fiber, Teflon™ interlayersAluminum alloy, Teflon™ interlayersAluminum alloy, Teflon™ interlayersAppearanceRonin next-gen gray and black designRonin next-gen red and black design
Ronin next-gen red and black designConventional designQuick-Release PlateDual-layered (with adjustable placement guide)Dual-layered (with adjustable placement guide), extendedDual-layered (with adjustable placement guide)Dual-layered (with adjustable placement guide).Positioning slots in the upper quick-release plateFine-Tuning KnobYesYesYesYesStabilisation Algorithm5th-Gen RS Stabilization Algorithm4th-Gen RS Stabilization Algorithm4th-Gen RS Stabilization Algorithm4th-Gen RS Stabilization AlgorithShutter ConnectionBluetooth, shutter release cable
Bluetooth, shutter release cableBluetooth, shutter release cableBluetooth, shutter release cableParameter Setting Screen1.8″ OLED full-color touchscreen1.8″ OLED full-color touchscreen1.8″ OLED full-color touchscreen1.4″ LCD full-color touchscreenShortcutGimbal mode switch, joystick mode switchGimbal mode switch, joystick mode switchGimbal mode switch, joystick mode switchGimbal mode switch, joystick mode switchFocusing SystemN/A2nd-gen LiDAR focusing system (multi-point)N/AN/AVideo Transmission SystemDJI SDR TransmissionDJI Transmission, DJI Ronin Image TransmitterDJI Ronin Image TransmitterN/AIntelligent Tracking and CompositionDJI RS Enhanced Intelligent Tracking ModuleDJI RS Intelligent Tracking ModuleDJI RS Intelligent Tracking ModuleDJI RS Intelligent Tracking ModuleExpansion PortRSA port × 1
NATO port × 2
Charging adapter port × 1
USB-C control port × 2RSA port × 2
NATO port × 2
Charging adapter port × 1
USB-C control port × 3RSA port × 1
NATO port × 2
Charging adapter port × 1
USB-C control port × 3NATO port × 1
USB-C control port × 1Battery DesignDetachableDetachableDetachableNot detachableStandby TimeMax 30 hours** Requires the DJI RS BG70 High-Capacity Battery Grip, which is sold separately. Data was measured in a controlled environment. Actual experience may vary. Max 29 hours** Require the DJI RS BG70 High-Capacity Battery Grip, which is sold separately. Data was measured in a controlled environment. Actual experience may vary. Max 29.5 hours** Requires the DJI RS BG70 High-Capacity Battery Grip, which is sold separately. Data was measured in a controlled environment. Actual experience may vary. 13 hours*
* Data was measured in a controlled environment. Actual experience may vary. Charging TimeApprox. 1 hour** Measured in a 25° C (77° F) environment while using a 65W charger supporting PD protocol to fully charge the DJI RS BG33 Battery Grip. The DJI RS BG33 Battery Grip is not available for purchase in India.1.5 hours2.5 hours1 hour 50 minutes