DJI, which is one of the leading manufacturers of drones and gimbal-based photography, had their “Roll With It” event where they had teasers and announced new products, the DJI RS4 Mini and DJI Osmo Mobile 7p. Their amazing products are often featured in the Dronexl which is a website covering drones and new product reviews. That includes features like tremendous stabilization which will be of great assistance when Vlogging or if you’re a content creator. The last thing you want is your photography or videography to come out with a blurry exposure.
DJI has become famous in the drone world for their amazing lineup which includes DJI Mavic 4, the Mavic 4 Pro, and other DJI drones like DJI Air. These are items you want to check out if you are in the market for a drone.
However, we will be focusing on the new releases from DJI which are both gimbal based stabilizers. One is a smartphone gimbal stabilizer which is the new DJI Osmo Mobile 7 offering upgrades over the DJI Osmo Mobile 6. The other is the DJI RS4 Mini, offering tremendous new features such as the combo ability to handle smartphones like the iPhone as well as DSLR cameras, action cameras and more. These new products will assist you in your filmmaking with fantastic specs that we will explore.
You can also investigate a Hohem Stabilizer which works with DJI Osmo Action cameras.
DJI Osmo Mobile 7
Upgraded Features and Specs
So, what can we expect from the new smartphone gimbal, the DJI Osmo Mobile 7? This is the latest in DJI’s amazing lineup of gimbal stabilizers including the Osmo Pocket 3 and DJI Osmo Action. This new product has some upgrades over the previous DJI Osmo Mobile 6. Your videography will become that much easier as you have this new Osmo mobile stabilizer which provides excellent stabilization tilt and easy axis movement. Therefore, when inserting your smartphone, such as an iPhone, you can be sure that you will get you desired shot and a produce a gorgeous blur an shake free exposure.
There is an all-new upgraded Active Track 7.0, which allows you to zoom in on the subject of your videography session. You can then lock onto that subject and the stabilizer will follow your subject and focus on every move with it’s great AI tracking making your filmmaking session that much easier. As a Vlogger creating content to be uploaded to our social media page, we strive to get the best high quality, vibrant and sharp photographs on your social media site to share with your friends, loved ones and colleagues.
Bluetooth is standard on this stabilizer, giving you wireless connectivity on this DJI Osmo Pocket foldable stabilizer. So if you have an Apple Watch or other peripherals, you can pair it to the DJI Osmo Pocket 7 via bluetooth or the USB-C Port. In addition, the side wheel to lets you scroll through different settings for the stabilizer. Don’t forget to attach your DJI Mic Mini for a great microphone receiver to provide high quality audio as well.
Battery Life
The alluring aspect of the all new DJI Osmo Mobile 7 is that even being so lightweight, it still provides up to 10 hours of usage time. When the Multifunctional Tracking Module acts as a mic receiver, the gimbal also delivers extra power to your phone. The DJI Osmo Mobile 7 3,350 mAh battery takes approximately 2.5 hours to fully charge from empty to fully charged via USB-C.
Additional Information
DJI has ensured that this product caters to both beginners and professional photographers as well. So Content Creator and Vloggers can rest assured that you can photograph or video your scene while using this tremendous smartphone gimbal-based stabilizer.
We highly recommend that you download the DJI Mimo App to your iPhone. The app lets you control different settings directly from your smartphone which is seated safely in this stabilizer.
The DJI Mimo App will open post processing and editing abilities to ensure that you get the exact final exposure you desire. These exposures, once run through the DJI Mimo App will appear jaw dropping online. The built-in tripod lets you use your paired smartphone with the DJI Mimo App which include helpful modes such as Shot Guides and One-Tap Edit (these are great for beginners looking for ideas to finalize their exposures).
DJI RS4 Mini
Upgraded Features and Specs
So, DJI also announced the other new addition to their gimbal stabilizer lineup, the DJI RS4 Mini. We love when there are DJI rumors about new products as we have been greatly impressed with the other DJI products we have reviewed.
This new DJI 3-axis stabilizer is geared towards content creators and Vloggers with abilities like vertical shooting in addition to the native horizontal set up. Upgraded over the DJI Mini 4 Pro, the DJI Mini 5 and DJI Ronin. You can also use this stabilizer to hold your DSLR Mirrorless camera, fast action camera, or smartphone like a Google Android or Apple iPhone.
The FPV, or First-Person Viewer usability, and the all-new Intelligent Tracking Module on the DJI RS4 Mini make for a great combo. The Tracking Module feature engages and activates automatic face tracking. So, in videography you can ensure that this new feature will have your subject appear clearly, sharply and without blur and shake in your final exposure no matter your shooting position. The joystick on the stabilizer helps with the new zoom control function. This even allows for the use of power zoom lenses in addition to prime lenses and you get the clear zoom technology.
Battery Life/Connectivity
The non-detachable battery gives you approximately a max usage time of 13 hours. So vloggers and Content Creators can rest easy that they will have plenty of juice to complete their Vlog without the worry of recharging your stabilizer. However, we recommend getting a power bank for charging your stabilizer while on the go and a charging receptacle is not available.
Thanks to the Bluetooth technology included, you can wirelessly control the functions of the stabilizer and camera, or attach your device using the USB-C port on the stabilizer for a wired connection.
As this stabilizer fits nicely into the DJI Operating and Ecosystem, connecting the intelligent tracking module like on the DJI RS4 Pro is a breeze. Bear in mind, this model does not support the DJI Ronin image transmitter or LIDAR focus pro which again is only found on the DJI RS4 Pro. However, the DJI Mini RS4 Pro will have a higher price point than the RS4 Mini.
When paired or connected to the DJI Mic Mini, you will get amazing audio which will shine through clearly, perfect for a Vlogger or Content Creator.
When the gimbal stabilizer is paired with your phone, you can use download the DJI Mimo app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store on Android Phones and download firmware updates. We recommend installing firmware updates if available upon purchase. You can also utilize all the ideas and post processing utilities that we mentioned with this app when discussing the DJI Osmo Mobile 7.
Additional Information
Do you own a bunch of different types of cameras like DSLR Cameras, Fast Action Cameras, Point and Shoot cameras or you want to conduct a photoshoot with your smartphone you need to have the DJI RS4 Mini gimbal stabilizer. You want to ensure that they are compatible with this new stabilizer prior to purchase so check your camera’s user manual or the RS4 Manual online and confirm compatibility. Thankfully this is compatible with a wide variety of cameras from manufacturers like Sony, Canon, Nikon and others. Plus, it can also be used with any model iPhone or Android smartphone.
Some other great upgrades include the third-generation native vertical shooting capability of the DJI RS 4 mini. The extended tilt axis of the DJI RS 4 Mini assures you find the correct angle and height for the subject of your photoshoot resulting in an amazing photography experience.
Simply switching between vertical and horizontal shooting as we previously mentioned is great for professional looking filmmaking. So get ready to share your amazing exposures on your social media site.
Final Thoughts
With these two new releases from DJI, they have cemented themselves as the class leader in Drone and gimbal based shooting technology. Whether having amazing features on their drones like the DJI flip, or tremendous stabilization in their gimbal based holders for smartphones and cameras, you can count on getting a top notch product with either of these two new releases the DJI Osmo Mobile 7 or the DJI RS4 Mini.
