DJI RS 5 Gimbal Stabilizer Overview

The DJI RS 5 is a powerful yet lightweight professional gimbal designed for smooth, cinematic footage. It introduces a Z-axis (vertical) movement indicator, faster charging, longer battery life, and improved balancing performance with Teflon-enhanced arms and fine-tuning knobs. Advanced accessories like an electronic control handle and AI tracking modules are supported separately.

Key Features

Z-Axis Indicator (Vertical Movement Display)
Helps visualize vertical motion to improve walking and movement technique. (Indicator only – no Z-axis stabilization.)

Enhanced Battery & Fast Charging

Fully charges in as little as 1 hour using a 65W PD charger
14 hours runtime with BG33 grip (15% longer than RS 4)
Up to 30 hours with optional BG70 battery grip

Native Vertical Capture
Third-generation vertical shooting design allows switching to portrait mode in seconds using a single-side knob—no extra accessories required.

Second-Generation Quick Release Plate

Dual-layer quick release system for fast mounting and balancing
Redesigned horizontal plate for quicker vertical transitions
Fine-tuning knob for precise tilt-axis adjustment
Upper plate with placement guides for secure mounting

Auto-Locking OLED Touchscreen
Fixed OLED touchscreen with auto-lock feature that shows gimbal status at low brightness to prevent accidental input and save battery.

Second-Generation Automated Axis Locks

Auto-unlock and deploy in 2 seconds when powered on
Auto-lock and sleep mode with a single press
Tighter locking design reduces shake during transport

Focus Pro & DJI SDR Transmission Support
Supports dual Focus Pro motors for focus and zoom control via dial and joystick. Compatible with DJI SDR Transmission for live feed and remote camera/gimbal control.

RSA Communication Port
Compatible with Ronin and third-party accessories. DJI RS SDK support enables future custom integrations and functions.

Wireless Shutter Control (Bluetooth)
Dual-Mode Bluetooth allows wireless photo and video recording directly from the gimbal. Previously paired cameras reconnect automatically—no control cable needed.
(Supports select FUJIFILM and Panasonic cameras.)

Integrated Monitoring & Control
Control exposure, gimbal movement, and camera settings via the Ronin app. With Ronin Image Transmitter, smartphones can act as motion controllers for advanced remote movements.

Integrated Controls & Intelligent Modes