Detailed review of the incredible DJI Ronin 4D 6K cinema camera. See if this camera is worth the hype and price as well as the things I did not like about this strange new camera.
In short, the DJI is an amazing camera but definitely has some drawbacks. I really hope DJI keeps making cameras and maybe I can get the dream camera mentioned in this video. For now, here is a quick pros and cons list.
-
Pros
- Full frame
- 6K RAW
- Lots of record settings
- Great image quality
- Incredible grips and controls
- 9 ND filter stages
- Multiple media formats
- Really good monitor
- Expandability Remote monitoring and control available
- Good autofocus
- Great tracking modes
- Can adapt manual lenses to work
- The best image stabilization I’ve ever seen
-
Cons
- Start up time is long
- Battery life is 1-2 hours
- H.264 codecs is brutal to edit (LongGOP)
- Only 3 native lenses and they are expensive
- Lens Limitations
- Camera is heavy
- Can not use more than one media type at a time
- Low Light isn’t the best
- Ruins other cameras after use
Gear Mentioned
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Links marked as “PAID LINK” are affiliated.
- DJI Ronin 4D Camera
- DJI Lenses
- B&H (PAID LINK)
- SSD Side Module
- B&H (PAID LINK)
- PROSSD 1TB
- B&H (PAID LINK)
- Video Transmitter
- B&H (PAID LINK)
- High Bright Remote Monitor
- B&H (PAID LINK)
- Focus Motor
- B&H (PAID LINK)
- Lens Mount Adapters
- B&H (PAID LINK)
- Counter Balance Weight
- B&H (PAID LINK)
- Extra Batteries
- B&H (PAID LINK)
- Monitor Expansion Plate
- B&H (PAID LINK)
- Rear Expansion Plate
- B&H (PAID LINK)
Video Chapters
- 0:00 Introduction and Disclaimer
- 0:47 Sensor, Gimbal and Z-Arm
- 2:24 Main Body
- 2:52 Media and Expansion Modules
- 3:45 Monitor and Top Handle
- 5:09 Menu System
- 5:39 Camera Grips
- 7:19 Wireless Remote Monitor
- 9:06 Gimbal Control
- 10:12 Z-Arm Control
- 10:50 Tracking Mode
- 11:26 Sport Mode
- 11:50 LiDAR and Focus
- 13:07 Lens Options
- 13:59 Resolution and Frame Rates
- 14:38 Recording and Codecs
- 15:22 Image Quality
- 16:05 Low Light and Rolling Shutter
- 16:37 Pricing
- 17:13 Problems
- 18:10 Biggest Problem with DJI
- 19:00 Final Recommendation
DISCLAIMERS We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. This video was not paid for by outside persons or manufacturers. DJI loaned me a Ronin 4D for 3 weeks for this review. The content of this video and my opinions were not reviewed or paid for by any outside persons.