This is what you call innovation. An extremely tight slap on every major camera brands face. Also, the price of $7200 is absolutely mind blowing for what they are providing here.
I love how on paper and prior to release, this probably would have been laughed at...But DJI executed a dream and once put into the hands of creators it put its money where its mouth's at... It took what was seemingly a large array of issues between many different brands/models and said, "here, we will listen and give it to you all right now. We don't care if this phases out other models, we are creating one in the process." This is the standard. This is why DJI is one of the more elite companies out there. It listens to the creator (whom usually have crazy demands,) and says, "Okay, you want crazy?! We got you." Thanks for continuously innovating DJI.
So cool to see a company coming up with such a unique, innovative camera like this. I wish more companies were bold enough to actually try new things and fix problems that filmmakers deal with every day rather than just iterating the same old design over and over again. The limited lens support is unfortunate though and I think that will be a big factor in killing this system. Even if they have multiple lens mounts, the fact that you can only use tiny lenses on a cinema camera is going to turn a lot of people away. I think they needed to figure out a way of maybe detaching the gimbal portion and mounting the sensor directly to the body when you want a true handheld look and/or want to use bigger lenses. While the tech and design is impressive, it’s the usability issues that will make the camera too niche for people to risk buying IMO. Hopefully I’m wrong, though!
Sony and a few others have already created better image stabilization software that doesn't require mechanical components and are close to breaching the gap of mechanical gimbals.
@@danieldesmond3422 my personal style is all handheld, sticks, rarely a glide cam. Natural and traditional. Gimbals are much too robotic. So a camera literally being a gimbal is against everything I've built my career around
@@830Video okay I get that, everyone has their own style and that's what makes you unique so I respect it. I personally love the sticks, dollys and Steadicam/gimbals, basically, anything that's really smooth, unless I'm going for something with a different feel, then handheld is also fun to shoot
@@830Video right on. It makes sense. Many times specific shots call for motivated camera movements. I’m curious though, you say you don’t use a gimbal but you mention that you use a steadi/glidecam which is in fact a gimbal. Are you just not interested in the look a motorized gimbal offers? I feel like it’s much too sterile/surgical, whereas the non motorized mechanical gimbals offer a much more organic stabilized shot. What are your thoughts?
@@THelvenstine I wouldn't consider gludecams gimbals, as much as there a way to steady a moving shot. They offer imperfect movements and a swaying factor which is much more natural
oh my god. see, I'm a Chinese, and I'm not very good at English, but your videos, I can watch and understand what you say without help of subtitles. good job. you're really good at speaking English.
Really hope DJI enters the regular mirrorless FF and APS-C market as well. DJI is the new competitor Sony, Canon and Nikon needs and their software/user interface is already miles ahead
I don’t know if they’re a competitor as Sony and canon and Nikon are still massively in the photo market, but depending on the price of this, they could definitely start competing with them in the video department
@@NikosPer just 3 years ago there was no RF mount lenses for canon full frame mirror less camera but now it’s kinda mainstream. It’s more about whether DJI want to commit and enters the market. But I don’t think they will because the market size is shrinking year by year
@@betterserenity its a specialized market, there is already the know-how and the technology to produce them but its a risk. Everything is still fragile..
Not something I usually look at since I prefer looking at drones, but this camera system shows promise. Such a shame DJI dropped the ball with their gimbal strength again. DJI's gimbals may be some of the best out there, but they don't hold as much weight as some of their competitors do. You'd think they would make a more robust gimbal to match the intended market's demands at this point. If this thing could handle bulkier lenses it would be golden.
@@jessecumberledge4530 It is a great price, especially considering it will be one of the cheapest cinema cameras on the market (combined with a gimbal).
I'v heard from my friends the 6k version will only be around 45000RMB, which is around 7000 US dollar. 8K will be 75000RMB around 11500 dollars. Considering the compact function, it is not that unaffordable.
This is amazing, trust DJI come out with something so innovative and applicable. I definitely cant afford this haha I dont think I'd be the right person to use this either but very interested to see where it goes and if they start to trickle down into gimbal dslr style cameras for more run and gun users.
I made my own "4th axis"... Took the DJI OM5 smartphone gimbal, mounted a lead weight with a strip directly at the end of the fully extended telescope rod, pretty long with the additional tripod folded and held it horizontally. The Weight at the end of the gimbal additionally to the smartphones/gimbals weight make it to a pretty decent, "passive" stabilisation of the 4th axis, especially while running, not so well with walking but still better than the typical usage of this small gimbal. As much i like DJIs try to make a nice, professional camera on a gimbal base and how modular it is, its still pretty much like the apple enviroment - They dont like 3rd party, and so you dont get much cheaper 3rd party stuff. Thankfully at least we can use our lenses with Canon EF, Nikon mount etc and dont have to rely on "DJI lenses". I would love if we would not need a hardware solution for focusing and could use instead the internal AF motors, especially since nowadays AF motors are anyways awesome (or also the "older generation" USM from Canon and so). At least i see connectors, so there is still a small chance that DJI will some day support the AF directly on the lenses.
i think its illegal for them to use the lens AF system of another company, because theyre basically getting into the lens software. also the 4th axis you made, seems like its gonna break the metalic extended part of the om5.
Overall thank you, it was an awesome review but the best part was the bloopers, where you could say the word chicken and its amazing to see that even professionals like your self are humans lol. Take car and God bless you all.
Parker at 1:11 you say it's a 6k vandra that shot 48 fps. But it's a 8k kamera that's tops out at 75fps. Edit: just learned it's a 8k and a 6k version. X9-8k prized at 11499$ 75fps in 2:39:1 60fls 17:9 X9 6k prized at 7199$ 6k 60fps in 2:39:1 6k 48fps in 17:9
Amazing review / breakdown!! Other videos I've watched didn't go in detail. They were too excited and having fun instead actually going in detail. So thank you for actually breaking it down. With that said, it's not for me. The fact I can't use any of my cinema lenses that I've invested over $50k on, is a no no for me. Means I have to start buying new lenses for it. Yeah, not worth it to me. But it's a cool looking camera though. Again, thanks for the AMAZING review / breakdown. 👍🏾
It's not for me, but it is a creative new innovation. And that is what matters. It doesn't even matter if not many people find this a useful piece of gear. The thing that actually matters is the fact that DJI is creating something new. That is what we need. Innovation by companies like DJI is what will eventually help us creators get our work to the next level - even though obviously gear isn't the number one factor with our work. But, new innovative tech gives us creators new ways to create. Can't wait to see where this kind of tech goes
Your Film and Camera 🎥 Knowledge is impeccable I’ve been following your Channel for a while and it’s inspired me to Change my Career and get into Drone flying and then film 🎥 editing and I will in time Enroll in the Film Course that you And your Great team have, Continue to provide the excellent Content and Continue to Reach for the Success that you deserve. I’ll continue to Research and gather the information you share and Hopefully 🙏 I’ll be a Student. Thanks keep up the good work 😎
This is what you call innovation. An extremely tight slap on every major camera brands face. Also, the price of $7200 is absolutely mind blowing for what they are providing here.
That’s exactly what I was thinking all this for just 8,000 that’s nothing compared to other cameras that do this
I thought it would be at least 10,000, knowing DJI
I love how on paper and prior to release, this probably would have been laughed at...But DJI executed a dream and once put into the hands of creators it put its money where its mouth's at... It took what was seemingly a large array of issues between many different brands/models and said, "here, we will listen and give it to you all right now. We don't care if this phases out other models, we are creating one in the process." This is the standard. This is why DJI is one of the more elite companies out there. It listens to the creator (whom usually have crazy demands,) and says, "Okay, you want crazy?! We got you." Thanks for continuously innovating DJI.
Wallet sweating intensifies...
Yup
11.5k on B&H
@@charlesnetzler2262 and at base without all accessories.
@@charlesnetzler2262 6K version starts at $7200 which actually sounds pretty affordable for a pro setup.
@@mikereddy18Definitely, I cant wait to see more of the camera.
man, this was the MOST complete review of the Ronin 4D seen so far, big like!
hes was the best.
Damn Zhiyun was like, here’s a gimbal with a built in monitor. DJI said hold my beer
hahahha
Paying 8k for a b-cam. Most people watching this video probably have their main cam cost around 2k :-D
lmaoo
@@ElfTaleFilms thinking the same thing smh
My bank account, computer and other camera: “You bought WHAT?!?”
🤣🤣🤣🤣
lol
I can't believe this device is actually here.
So cool to see a company coming up with such a unique, innovative camera like this. I wish more companies were bold enough to actually try new things and fix problems that filmmakers deal with every day rather than just iterating the same old design over and over again. The limited lens support is unfortunate though and I think that will be a big factor in killing this system. Even if they have multiple lens mounts, the fact that you can only use tiny lenses on a cinema camera is going to turn a lot of people away. I think they needed to figure out a way of maybe detaching the gimbal portion and mounting the sensor directly to the body when you want a true handheld look and/or want to use bigger lenses. While the tech and design is impressive, it’s the usability issues that will make the camera too niche for people to risk buying IMO. Hopefully I’m wrong, though!
yeah youre wrong
Lock the gimbal and use any lens
the limited lens thing was deal dead! on an already niche product. But they are trying which is what we all need.
Sony and a few others have already created better image stabilization software that doesn't require mechanical components and are close to breaching the gap of mechanical gimbals.
@@vex123 Electronic image stabilization in a cinema camera? Your aiii is not a cimema camera, bro))
How Parker delivers jokes: Why did the kitchen cross the road?
I would never ever use this but this is a technical marvel to say the least
Why not?
@@danieldesmond3422 my personal style is all handheld, sticks, rarely a glide cam. Natural and traditional. Gimbals are much too robotic. So a camera literally being a gimbal is against everything I've built my career around
@@830Video okay I get that, everyone has their own style and that's what makes you unique so I respect it. I personally love the sticks, dollys and Steadicam/gimbals, basically, anything that's really smooth, unless I'm going for something with a different feel, then handheld is also fun to shoot
@@830Video right on. It makes sense. Many times specific shots call for motivated camera movements. I’m curious though, you say you don’t use a gimbal but you mention that you use a steadi/glidecam which is in fact a gimbal. Are you just not interested in the look a motorized gimbal offers? I feel like it’s much too sterile/surgical, whereas the non motorized mechanical gimbals offer a much more organic stabilized shot.
What are your thoughts?
@@THelvenstine I wouldn't consider gludecams gimbals, as much as there a way to steady a moving shot. They offer imperfect movements and a swaying factor which is much more natural
"It's basically like a chicken head" most accurate way Parker could have put it 🤣 Well done!
Shut up 😅🤣
@@PraveenVlogsPB LOL! If you've held a chicken ya just know!
@@powellfilmmaking we have four 🐔🐔🐔🐔 in our house 🏠😅😅
Scientists studied how chickens move to be able to create gimbals. it uses a gyroscope, same technique is used in hard drives
@@akjohn445 Would not be surprised LOL!
oh my god.
see, I'm a Chinese, and I'm not very good at English, but your videos, I can watch and understand what you say without help of subtitles.
good job. you're really good at speaking English.
your english is fine bro
You need more confidence, dude
Really hope DJI enters the regular mirrorless FF and APS-C market as well. DJI is the new competitor Sony, Canon and Nikon needs and their software/user interface is already miles ahead
I don’t know if they’re a competitor as Sony and canon and Nikon are still massively in the photo market, but depending on the price of this, they could definitely start competing with them in the video department
with only 3 lenses they are nowhere near, but good product overall.
@@NikosPer just 3 years ago there was no RF mount lenses for canon full frame mirror less camera but now it’s kinda mainstream. It’s more about whether DJI want to commit and enters the market. But I don’t think they will because the market size is shrinking year by year
@@betterserenity its a specialized market, there is already the know-how and the technology to produce them but its a risk. Everything is still fragile..
their only competitor would be blackmagic i guess..
Welp, there goes my college tuition money
BROOOO!!! DO MORE OF THE BLOOPERS!!! ABSOLUTELY ENTERTAINING AND WORTH THE WHOLE WATCH :D
The blooper reel was gold
This is the third review of this cam today. This one is the best. Which is why I signed up for all the lessons on FTFM. Thanks man!
the thing thai i noticed the most is how good this camera can handle shadows and lights. Very impressive dynamic range
THE BEST REVIEW ON THIS PRODUCT!!!!!! PERIOD!!!! NOW I understand how this will bring a lot of production value in my line of work!
The moment I realised that concept I saw years ago was true
:0
"Babe what do you want for dinner tonight?"
Me: 18:26
You deserve a heart.
I think the question we all want to know is…can you put this on a gimbal??? #metaAF
Gimbalception
@@YouFuxas 🤣🤣🤣🤣😩😩😩
Stable +200%
Not something I usually look at since I prefer looking at drones, but this camera system shows promise. Such a shame DJI dropped the ball with their gimbal strength again. DJI's gimbals may be some of the best out there, but they don't hold as much weight as some of their competitors do. You'd think they would make a more robust gimbal to match the intended market's demands at this point. If this thing could handle bulkier lenses it would be golden.
Love the bloopers 😂 Makes me more confident on camera
Btw, BH has it for 7,199 USD. The 8k version will be 11k. Still, this is cheaper than the Red V-Raptor!
Thats a great price. A Ronin is a grand all by its self and isn't 4 axis. This is great for the industry.
@@jessecumberledge4530 It is a great price, especially considering it will be one of the cheapest cinema cameras on the market (combined with a gimbal).
I love the “leave the chicken in the kitchen” final 🤣 amazing video Parker!
the quality of this video on a macbook is SOOOOO CRISPYYY, .........gahdamn parker
Uff! Weekend I’m done ✅
the shoulder and back problems of this current generation of shooters is gonna be legendary.
The end is gold 😂
You guys were the best possible team to review this. You clearly have the gimbal "touch" great footage guys!
Came for the camera - stayed for the bloopers at the end
I'v heard from my friends the 6k version will only be around 45000RMB, which is around 7000 US dollar. 8K will be 75000RMB around 11500 dollars. Considering the compact function, it is not that unaffordable.
This is amazing, trust DJI come out with something so innovative and applicable. I definitely cant afford this haha I dont think I'd be the right person to use this either but very interested to see where it goes and if they start to trickle down into gimbal dslr style cameras for more run and gun users.
I was literally researching these this morning, and then a photographer showed up with one at our skeet tournament
Peter and matt are good, but your reviews of actual gear is so thorough, and very well made.
wow, that's some new tech right there. Great to see DJI come up with something creative and innovative. Keen to see more reviews of this product.
Putting the kitchen and chicken aside, this is the best review. Love your informative videos.
I like that you talked about image quality. Innovation is cool but I was wondering about IQ. Thanks.
I really love the last part!kitchen!
17:00 such a seamless cut!
Best review of the DJI 4D thank you!
Thanks for jumping in and giving us the details. You defintiely a pro!
I really like DJI innovation, great product.
7:18 the autofocus is breathtakingly good! Make my Fujifilm camera just like a toy.
The official German DJI store lists the Ronin 4D at 6999 Euros. This would translate into about 7500-8000 USD.
This price would be for the 6K version. The 8K version includes the 1TB SSD drive and comes in at 10999 Euros.
my dream Camera, Wish I had 1
I made my own "4th axis"...
Took the DJI OM5 smartphone gimbal, mounted a lead weight with a strip directly at the end of the fully extended telescope rod, pretty long with the additional tripod folded and held it horizontally. The Weight at the end of the gimbal additionally to the smartphones/gimbals weight make it to a pretty decent, "passive" stabilisation of the 4th axis, especially while running, not so well with walking but still better than the typical usage of this small gimbal.
As much i like DJIs try to make a nice, professional camera on a gimbal base and how modular it is, its still pretty much like the apple enviroment - They dont like 3rd party, and so you dont get much cheaper 3rd party stuff. Thankfully at least we can use our lenses with Canon EF, Nikon mount etc and dont have to rely on "DJI lenses".
I would love if we would not need a hardware solution for focusing and could use instead the internal AF motors, especially since nowadays AF motors are anyways awesome (or also the "older generation" USM from Canon and so). At least i see connectors, so there is still a small chance that DJI will some day support the AF directly on the lenses.
i think its illegal for them to use the lens AF system of another company, because theyre basically getting into the lens software. also the 4th axis you made, seems like its gonna break the metalic extended part of the om5.
Limits are the fuel of creativity.
Overall thank you, it was an awesome review but the best part was the bloopers, where you could say the word chicken and its amazing to see that even professionals like your self are humans lol. Take car and God bless you all.
Agreed!
Parker at 1:11 you say it's a 6k vandra that shot 48 fps. But it's a 8k kamera that's tops out at 75fps.
Edit: just learned it's a 8k and a 6k version.
X9-8k prized at 11499$
75fps in 2:39:1
60fls 17:9
X9 6k prized at 7199$
6k 60fps in 2:39:1
6k 48fps in 17:9
Its good idea to have camera and gimball ❤
@مُحنك تم شكراا
Basically sums it up 🎥
7:44 this is the biggest put off for me... Lots to like all round though.
Wow I think your sound quality is some of the best ive ever heard on youtube!
Dji products are always so 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
i definitely love the kitchen part 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Thank you for actually using it on WORK!
Wow . that's really a beast ✨
Hoyo!
I can't wait to get my hands on it
I hope they do a budget and a pro version and mid level which would be like this camera
Best outtakes ever
18:26 - The audio guy testing mics
Love the DJI Ronin 4D but I’ll be waiting for the Version 2 where all quirks from V1 will be fixed.
"Leaving the kitchen" 🤣
Best part at the end.
The pan and tilts with buildings in the background had stuttering video, wrong settings? The rolling shutter did look minimal.
Should have used a global shutter
I can relate to that blooper section- so much.
Amazing review / breakdown!! Other videos I've watched didn't go in detail. They were too excited and having fun instead actually going in detail. So thank you for actually breaking it down. With that said, it's not for me. The fact I can't use any of my cinema lenses that I've invested over $50k on, is a no no for me. Means I have to start buying new lenses for it. Yeah, not worth it to me. But it's a cool looking camera though. Again, thanks for the AMAZING review / breakdown. 👍🏾
It's not for me, but it is a creative new innovation. And that is what matters. It doesn't even matter if not many people find this a useful piece of gear. The thing that actually matters is the fact that DJI is creating something new. That is what we need. Innovation by companies like DJI is what will eventually help us creators get our work to the next level - even though obviously gear isn't the number one factor with our work. But, new innovative tech gives us creators new ways to create. Can't wait to see where this kind of tech goes
You, Pete, Chris Hau, and potato jet all posted at the same time 😩😮💨
@Frank miller that makes since lol it was still tough to choose who to watch first
I’m already excited for the next generation
Fantastic video. Thank you so much for the info
can it make DynamicZoom and 360 degree rotation shots?
2:06 Boating with David Lynch
Talking is definitely harder once you hit record :) Thank you for the amazing video and overview!
horror movie running scenes will look so fucking smooth moving forward. for sure getting one of these for myself
This is the future of cinema cameras right here.
The most complete review of this DJI Ronin 4D so far
Funny product. Very interested to see if it will be used by professionals.
No professionals shoot on film.
Landon’s use case using the Onewheel makes it look like the perfect system for follow/chase shots.
im buying this 100% thanks alot!
This is a great product... It fits the work of youtubers. I'll wait till the 4th generation comes out. This has potentials.
Thank you,You Sold the Product.
I don't really need this. And I JUST got a Ronin SC. But I now NEED this 😄😆😄
@7:15 helmet is backwards LOL
What a great, comprehensive, thorough, well balanced and well paced review! Thank you very much!
Looking goood ✔️
Not really 🤣 But seems like its working good 🤔
Man, all girls in the video are beautiful. This shows you that God exists and Parker has the most excellent power of choice on TH-cam.
Another review mentioned that e mount lens can be used in the system, you just need to set up weight balance every time before you use it.
Your Film and Camera 🎥 Knowledge is impeccable I’ve been following your Channel for a while and it’s inspired me to Change my Career and get into Drone flying and then film 🎥 editing and I will in time Enroll in the Film Course that you And your Great team have, Continue to provide the excellent Content and Continue to Reach for the Success that you deserve. I’ll continue to Research and gather the information you share and Hopefully 🙏 I’ll be a Student. Thanks keep up the good work 😎
Very fair and informative review.
WOW this look Amazing
I think I can help with the whole, Kitchen - Chicken situation. #🐔
It’s a great camera
Chicken, Chicken, Chicken 😂 Happens to the best of us brotha! Great video, fantastic outro too 😀
I will wait for gen2 with all improvements
Great video man. Keep up the awesome work. 👌
i dont mind about the 4D! but i'm so tag of your color grading! superb!
I hope he could compare it with the Canon R5
Dahjang innovation never fails
Why is Parker "personally" leaving the kitchen so much? 😂
Asking the real questions we want answers to!