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A Review of The DJI Ronin 4D One Year Later | Not A Gimmick

In this video, I'll take a look at the DJI Ronin 4D and give you an honest review after owning this cinema camera for more than one year. The DJI Ronin 4D has a lot of pros but some cons and things I think will improve this camera and make it even better than what it is. I'll also go over the new flex system and what made me most nervous about owning this camera.
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  • @RyanLogan01
    @RyanLogan01 Жыл бұрын

    great review! I’m a fan of companies making professional cinema gear more accessible and this one was revolutionary. I’m a Blackmagic/Panasonic guy but I would seriously start considering this or a new version if my freelance video business starts picking up 😅.

  • @TomWadeCine

    @TomWadeCine

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing. I’m glad you enjoyed this video. I’m right there with you, what a time to be alive. Cameras keep getting better and better

  • @paulb3488
    @paulb348811 ай бұрын

    This is a truly honest review. I purchased the DJI 4D and had to return it due to the terrible rolling shutter and focus issues. Eye focus would be a great improvement. Once they fix these problems, I intend to buy it again. The screen, 4D stabilization and menus are great.

  • @TomWadeCine

    @TomWadeCine

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you, glad you enjoyed the video. I do hope they add eye tracking

  • @JoshSmith-ct3fi

    @JoshSmith-ct3fi

    11 ай бұрын

    Did updates fix issues ? What camera did u get ?

  • @eprohoda
    @eprohoda Жыл бұрын

    Tom~Thanks. that is good !take it easy~🙃

  • @TomWadeCine

    @TomWadeCine

    Жыл бұрын

    thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed the video!

  • @bradleyrogers8928
    @bradleyrogers892811 ай бұрын

    I currently have the S1H but I'm seriously considering upgrading to the Ronin 4D, what would be your take on this. I want to invest in narrative and commercial film making for my company so for me, the appeal is in the innovative shots and the ease of use, no matter the crew size

  • @TomWadeCine

    @TomWadeCine

    11 ай бұрын

    You hit the nail on the head. The ronin 4D is the perfect “one man band” cinema camera that excels at versatility and can go toe to toe with the big hitters.

  • @geor1036
    @geor103611 ай бұрын

    Great video. I have a question I hope you can answer. Can the dji ronin 4d can be handled as a movie camera? Also does it have a plug to plug in a microphone? Hope to hear from you soon.

  • @TomWadeCine

    @TomWadeCine

    11 ай бұрын

    Yes it can. It’s a great cinema camera. It does not currently have XLR microphone inputs yet but a module is being released. Hope that helps. Cheers

  • @geor1036

    @geor1036

    11 ай бұрын

    @@TomWadeCine thanks for the reply, I just have one more question. Can you mount a canon lens to the ronin 4d, I’m aware that there are mounts that you can put on the gimbal, I’m just curious to know if you can put a canon lens on. Hope to hear from you soon.

  • @AsuquoTravelsProductions
    @AsuquoTravelsProductions Жыл бұрын

    I think you should try to test out the L Mount with the LUMIX and Sigma lenses. It’s a night and day difference between the E mount both in Noise and Autofocus.

  • @TomWadeCine

    @TomWadeCine

    Жыл бұрын

    I would love to. I really want the new DJI zoom lens. I’ve only heard good things so far

  • @AsuquoTravelsProductions

    @AsuquoTravelsProductions

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TomWadeCine I also have the 17-28 also and it's a good lens

  • @TomWadeCine

    @TomWadeCine

    Жыл бұрын

    Do you have the flex system and the remote monitor? I’m thinking about getting the remote monitor

  • @AsuquoTravelsProductions

    @AsuquoTravelsProductions

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TomWadeCine at the moment I don't have the flex system but also plan to get it. As for the high monitor, I don't see the need for me in my workflow.

  • @terminator4652

    @terminator4652

    Жыл бұрын

    What E mount leses do you use? Also did you update the E mount adapter?

  • @chauncey602
    @chauncey60211 ай бұрын

    If you put that 24mm g master lens in low light that Sony 7s3 won’t have a chance

  • @svetlanadomolky1586
    @svetlanadomolky1586 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot for this review. Just a few years ago, DJI was a complete unknown in the world of cinema. When we wanted to buy a camera, we went to Canon or Sony. I stayed with Canon until last year, but the XF-605 cured me of Canon for good. No effective stabilization and, above all, totally random autofocus. So, after seeing your video, I think my next camera will come from DJI and never again from Canon. We have DJI drones and their quality is beyond reproach. What's more, DJI offers a service.

  • @TomWadeCine

    @TomWadeCine

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful! I love mine and we have been using it for some short stories. I'll be posting a lot more 4D footage soon!

  • @everonproducties
    @everonproducties11 ай бұрын

    Man I’ve really been in a dilemma of selling my fx6 for this. I like the fx6 but I also love gimbals, the fx6 and gimbals dont really go together perfectly so i guess this would be perfect for me

  • @TomWadeCine

    @TomWadeCine

    11 ай бұрын

    I can honestly tell you I love mine. It’s just such a great story telling camera. That being said, I use my A7S3 far more often only because I keep it bare now and its convenient to grab it and go. Serious work that requires planning and a team, the 4D every time

  • @everonproducties

    @everonproducties

    11 ай бұрын

    thanks for the info, would you say this is a good cam for a solo operator? The fx6 works great but i think this camera would work way better in my workflow. I do mostly weddings and commercial work. Im planning on buying the remote monitor too if i ever want a second crew member@@TomWadeCine

  • @TomWadeCine

    @TomWadeCine

    11 ай бұрын

    Yes, it shines as a one man band but for weddings, I would personally go with a Sony a7s3. Story telling, hands down this is my main camera. I’m actually shooting 2 stories currently and we do about 1 client shoot with the dji a week. It’s a beast.

  • @speedbird737
    @speedbird7377 ай бұрын

    My Ronin 4D 8K will be delivered to me tomorrow (I'm in the UK) - can't wait!

  • @TomWadeCine

    @TomWadeCine

    7 ай бұрын

    Jealous lol. Congrats! Happy holidays.

  • @speedbird737

    @speedbird737

    7 ай бұрын

    @@TomWadeCine thanks you too - just found your channel looks great! working through all your videos keep up the great work!

  • @speedbird737

    @speedbird737

    7 ай бұрын

    @@TomWadeCine at least you can swap out the sensor if you still want to go 8k

  • @TomWadeCine

    @TomWadeCine

    7 ай бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @TomWadeCine

    @TomWadeCine

    7 ай бұрын

    I was hoping they would send me one to review🤣

  • @donbunnell488
    @donbunnell488 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @TomWadeCine

    @TomWadeCine

    Жыл бұрын

    No problem

  • @DOTphysix
    @DOTphysix9 ай бұрын

    QUESTION: Fellow ronin owner. Curious about your choice of tripod, looking for a recommendation.

  • @TomWadeCine

    @TomWadeCine

    9 ай бұрын

    Just posted a video yesterday lol. I’m using the Smallrig ad-100 currently. SmallRig Fluid Head Tripods AD-01 vs AD-80 vs AD-100 | Which One Should You Buy? kzread.info/dash/bejne/eomVypiEYNCTetI.html

  • @DOTphysix

    @DOTphysix

    9 ай бұрын

    @@TomWadeCine THANK YOU! Watching now.

  • @dontdeletehistory
    @dontdeletehistory Жыл бұрын

    good work

  • @TomWadeCine

    @TomWadeCine

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Cheers!

  • @yaseen_abbas
    @yaseen_abbas Жыл бұрын

    Hey mate, I just watched DP review video and actually the 4D has much better lowlight performance. Check it out

  • @TomWadeCine

    @TomWadeCine

    Жыл бұрын

    It’s great a low light I was just saying compared to my a7s3, I was spoiled.

  • @yaseen_abbas

    @yaseen_abbas

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TomWadeCine check out the DP review you’ll see some pretty cool tests showing it’s actually better than the a7sIII

  • @TomWadeCine

    @TomWadeCine

    Жыл бұрын

    @@yaseen_abbas interesting, I’ll check it out.

  • @goliathonscave9834

    @goliathonscave9834

    9 ай бұрын

    Whoops, I just posted this...3 months late! LOL! But that's not the only channel saying it's better. The "Erwin Marionneaux" channel does a nice comparison of it against the Sony A7IV