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
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Fully charges in as little as 1 hour using a 65W PD charger
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14 hours runtime with BG33 grip (15% longer than RS 4)
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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
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Dual-layer quick release system for fast mounting and balancing
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Redesigned horizontal plate for quicker vertical transitions
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Fine-tuning knob for precise tilt-axis adjustment
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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
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Auto-unlock and deploy in 2 seconds when powered on
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Auto-lock and sleep mode with a single press
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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
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Gimbal mode switch: Pan Follow / Pan-Tilt Follow / FPV
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Customizable FPV modes: 3D Roll 360 / Portrait / Custom
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Intelligent features: Motion-lapse, Track, Panorama
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Customizable trigger button for FPV control
