DJI Ronin 4D 8K Combo (Lens Excluded)

About the DJI Ronin 4D 8K Combo (Lens Excluded)

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The Future Is Rolling.

With DJI Ronin 4D, DJI's most advanced technologies have been integrated into one cutting-edge and comprehensive cinematography solution, which offers groundbreaking flexibility to solo cinematographers and unlimited possibilities for coordinated shooting. This powerful, next-generation cinema camera was designed and built to be the future of filmmaking.  Integrated Design:

The Future Is All in One

Integrated and Modular: Both Realised in One Camera. DJI Ronin 4D offers a completely unique design. Crafted with carbon fiber and aluminium magnesium, its solid body integrates the imaging, stabilisation, and focusing systems, as well as wireless transmission and control. This avoids time-consuming setup and enables quicker shooting. Users can now enjoy compact convenience along with the expansive possibilities from modular accessories.

• Main Body

• Zenmuse X9 Gimbal Camera

• Top Handle

• High-Bright Main Monitor

• Hand Grips 

• TB50 Battery Compartment

• TB50 Intelligent Battery

• LiDAR Range Finder

Cinematic Imaging System: Designed for Pros

Processing Power. Ronin 4D is equipped with Zenmuse X9, DJI’s flagship full-frame camera. It also features DJI’s latest image processing system, CineCore 3.0. This system uses DJI’s proprietary chip to provide advanced processor architecture, offering extremely high-performance computing power in a cinema camera today. CineCore 3.0 allows Ronin 4D to support internal recording of Apple ProRes RAW, ProRes 422 HQ, and H.264 video. It also supports up to 8K/75fps and 4K/120fps video recording, delivering multiple options for professional-level creation.

With 14+ stops of dynamic range, Zenmuse X9 delivers natural transitions of highlights and shadows in complex lighting conditions such as backlit scenes and direct sunlight. These traditionally difficult scenes can now be captured easily and with confidence.

Colour Science

With the DJI Cinema Colour System (DCCS) and robust computing power provided by CineCore 3.0, Zenmuse X9 is able to give images a cinematic look by retaining authentic and accurate colours. It also supports the industry-standard ACES workflow for effortless compatibility with the colour tones of other cinema cameras.
Neon Lights | Sunlight | Sunset | Overcast | Street Lights

Built-In 9-Stop ND Filters

X9 has 9-stop built-in high-quality ND filters (ND 2 to ND 512, or ND 0.3 to ND 2.7) that can be quickly and easily switched thanks to an internal motorised system. These filters were also designed to match and compliment the colour science of Ronin 4D. 

DL Lenses

X9’s standard DL mount supports three compact full-frame prime lenses. The housings are made of lightweight, monocoque carbon fiber, so each lens weighs just about 180 g. More DJI lenses will be available in the future.

Interchangeable Mounts

X9 supports interchangeable lens mounts, including DJI’s proprietary DL mount as well as third-party mounts like Leica M. Ultra-wide, f/0.95 large-aperture, electronic zoom, macro, and anamorphic lenses that are compatible with traditional cinema cameras also work on X9, providing flexible lens options.
DL Mount | M Mount | E Mount

Wireless Control

Whether you’re using manual or autofocus lenses, dedicated modules mounted to X9 can achieve wireless lens control and even autofocusing.


4-Axis Stabilization System: Steady in Every Way

DJI Ronin 4D adds a Z-axis to the traditional 3-axis gimbal, which effectively decreases vertical camera shake and offers stabilisation performance on par with a dolly. The four axes work together with a downward ToF sensor, forward and downward dual-visual sensors, a built-in IMU and barometer, and an advanced new algorithm to bring the overall stabilisation to a whole new level.

Z-Axis | ToF Sensor | Forward Visual Sensor | Downward Visual Sensor | IMU | Barometer

When this compact body combines with its powerful stabilisation capabilities, complex camera movements that used to be very costly to achieve are now easily attainable.

• Running Shots

• Staircase Shots

• Close-Up Sliding Shots

• Confined-Space Shots

• Z-Axis On | Z-Axis Off

Integrated Gimbal Camera

Ronin 4D integrates the imaging and stabilisation systems while keeping only the sensor and necessary optical components in the gimbal camera. The tilt axis of the gimbal uses dual symmetric motors, whereas both the pan axis and the roll axis are designed with an additional stiffness buffer.

The compact and portable gimbal system allows shooting to begin without the need for tedious manual balancing. This also delivers stable footage, even with lenses that have a shifting center of gravity during use.

Single-Handed | Dual-Handed | Shoulder Mount | Tripod

With a highly integrated body and robust motor force, Ronin 4D offers the best stabilising and tracking performance of the entire Ronin Series so far at an incredibly light weight. Additionally, it can switch to Sport mode with the press of a button, allowing the gimbal to react quickly to the cinematographer's movements.
It also supports wireless gimbal control and versatile mounting configurations for varied shooting scenarios.

ActiveTrack Pro

DJI’s proprietary computer vision, deep learning technology, and the robust computing power of CineCore 3.0 combine in ActiveTrack Pro, which enables cinema-standard tracking shots, even in just one take. This technology also allows subjects to be tracked from longer distances and features composition adjustment with continuous autofocusing to keep subjects in focus during tracking shots. 

LiDAR Focusing System: Unparalleled Accuracy

LiDAR Waveform. DJI Ronin 4D makes manual focusing easier than ever. The visualised focus assistance technology displays the ranging points on the main and remote monitors in a simplified top-down view. This provides an innovative and intuitive LiDAR Waveform to locate focus points quickly and allow focus adjustments with extreme precision. Even operators with little or no experience can become adept at manual focusing quickly.

LiDAR Range Measurement

The LiDAR Range Finder can cast up to 43,200 ranging points within a 10-meter detection range. Compared with phase detection autofocus (PDAF), Ronin 4D’s LiDAR Focusing System can focus faster, without compromising the image quality or relying on the surface texture of the subject. This is especially useful in low-light environments and results in exceptional focusing capabilities compared to other cinema cameras. 

Autofocus

With the new LiDAR Focusing System, Ronin 4D is able to maintain focus even when there is severe motion blur caused by subjects moving quickly. With the focus motor mounted, autofocus is available even on manual lenses. Continuous autofocusing on subjects can be enabled together with ActiveTrack Pro, making it especially convenient for solo operators.

Automated Manual Focus

Automated Manual Focus (AMF) mode gives you the accuracy and flexibility of manual focus with the convenience of autofocus. The focus wheel will rotate in sync as the focus point changes, but cinematographers can take manual control at any point. The focus wheel on the right hand grip even features dynamic damping with electromagnetic technology. This gives cinematographers a physical sense of focus changes, providing a more intuitive and modern focusing experience that is unrivaled in the industry today.

Wireless Transmission & Control System – Versatile Beyond Imagination

Ronin 4D uses the all-new DJI O3 Pro Video Transmission technology, which offers a 20,000-foot transmission range that would be unimaginable on traditional solutions. In addition to 2.4GHz and 5.8GHz, it supports the DFS frequency band and an AES 256-bit encryption algorithm that can output a 1080p/60fps FHD feed to multiple remote monitors simultaneously with significantly enhanced security, stability, and anti-interference capability.

DJI's proprietary chip powers the imaging system, video transmitter, video receiver, and remote monitor of Ronin 4D. Together, these components form a streamlined wireless transmission system, with every link explicitly optimised to provide end-to-end ultra-low transmission latency.

Integrated Design

The 4D Video Transmitter can be directly mounted onto Ronin 4D and powered by the battery of the main body. With a built-in wireless video receiver, the High-Bright Remote Monitor has a 7-inch, 1,500-nit high-bright, wide colour gamut touchscreen display that can output both HDMI and SDI signals through the expansion module. Its compact and lightweight body provides optimum portability and efficient setup so users can start shooting immediately.
 

Coordinated Shooting

The High-Bright Remote Monitor supports one transmitter with multiple receivers for video and audio feeds. Two transmission modes are available. The first is Broadcast mode, which sets no limit on the number of receivers and is suitable for monitoring with large crews. The second is Control mode, which supports the coordinated operation of two receivers.

The High-Bright Remote Monitor can connect to the Hand Grips of Ronin 4D, DJI Master Wheels, DJI Force Pro, or the new DJI Three-Channel Follow Focus. This enables remote control of focus and gimbal movements with high precision, starting and stopping of recording, and camera setting adjustments to meet the highest standards of coordinated shooting on sets. In addition, the built-in gyro sensor turns the monitor into a remote motion controller for the gimbal of Ronin 4D.

Mirror Control Mode

Mirror Control Mode gives the High-Bright Remote Monitor an identical control interface as the main monitor, including all advanced features such as source material playback, video specification and gimbal settings, which can now be remotely adjusted even when Ronin 4D is mounted to expansion platforms such as a jib, cable cam, or vehicle mount.

Independent Recording and Playback

The High-Bright Remote Monitor has a built-in microSD card slot that supports independent recording of video at up to 1080p/60fps. When several remote monitors are used in conjunction, each monitor can play back material separately without interfering with other monitors. 

It's All in the Details: Outperforms in Every Way

Monitoring

• High-Bright Main Monitor: The 5.5-inch 1000-nit adjustable screen can be mounted to various points on the main body.

• Exposure Assistance: Exposure waveform, false colour, and zebra.

• Focus Assistance: LiDAR waveform, peaking (aperture and colour peaking), and focus magnification (2x and 4x).

• Tools Overlay: Customisable frame guides, safe zone, and center marker.

• Colour Preview: Supports customisable LUT input.

• Multi-link independent monitoring: video recording, main monitor, main body HDMI, and remote monitor feeds can load independent LUTs.

Storage

Ronin 4D has a built-in CFexpress Type-B slot along with a USB 3.1 Type-C expansion port for recording directly to an external media disk. It also offers internal recording of the highest-specification videos with DJI PROSSD 1TB, which can be directly connected to a computer via USB-C cable to access media without a traditional SSD reader. These storage choices provide solutions for high cost-effectiveness and to those who want an unrivaled combination of performance and stability.

Sound Recording

Ronin 4D is equipped with built-in microphones that support dual-channel 24-bit audio recording. It also provides 3.5mm jacks and XLR microphone ports for more audio input solutions.

Battery Life 

Just like Ronin 2 and Inspire 2, DJI Ronin 4D uses TB50 Intelligent Batteries, which offer up to 2.5 hours of shooting time and can be fully charged in just 1.5 hours. Auto-heating is also supported to enable reliable functionality in severely cold conditions.

What's new - 31/08/22

• Added support for ProRes 4444XQ and ProRes 422LT recording.

• Added support for using Jam Sync through the external timecode generator and the 3.5 mm microphone port.

• Added support for using DJI Ronin 4D Hand Grips Mount Universal Adapter connects to Ronin-S External Module to increase stability when turning with the Ronin 4D at high speed.

• Added support for output clean HDMI footage using HDMI port.

• Added support for output up to 4K 4:2:0 60fps HDMI footage when recording at 4K.

• • Added zoom control for using the right hand grip to control focus motor with E mount manual zoom lens.

• Added support for output signal with internal timecode and recording trigger signal through HDMI port.

• Added support for focus assistant through double-clicking to zoom-in.

• Added support for anamorphic display de-squeezing for the High-Bright Main Monitor.

• Added Frame Guide and Safety Zone when using playback.

• Added automatic cycle for single footage when using playback.

• Added ActiveTrack speed settings.

• Added support for menu control using the right hand grip.

• Added real-time reading of the gimbal three axes force mobile data for High-Bright Remote Monitor.

• Added 35mm equivalent focal length information read-in to the ProRes metadata.

• Fixed issue: noise was too loud when performing auto tune.

• Fixed issue: Ronin 4D shook at high frequency when tilting with the Z-Axis at lock mode.

• Fixed issue: the preset timecode at REC Run mode was reset after the gimbal reboot.

• Fixed issue: noise was too loud when switching the built-in ND with E Mount lens

What's new - 05/08/22 

• Added ability to record and playback the transmission image and audio for the High-Bright Remote Monitor.

• Added force mobile feature to control the gimbal for the High-Bright Remote Monitor.

• Added support for up to 1080p/60fps HDMI signal display input for the High-Bright Remote Monitor.

• Added support for anamorphic display de-squeezing for the High-Bright Remote Monitor.

• Added HDMI/SDI output frame rate individual settings for the remote monitor expansion plate.

• Added HDMI output audio ability for the remote monitor expansion plate.

• Added ability to mark the focus points and limit points for Three-Channel Follow Focus.

• Fixed issue: Ronin 4D transmitter occasionally failed to start linking in a low-temperature environment

What's new - 24/04/22

• Added display ratio switch for the remote monitor expansion plate. The HDMI/SDI port of the remote monitor expansion plate can output Normal or CenterCrop footage.

• Fixed rare issue: High-Bright Remote Monitor failed or took more than one minute to power on.

• Fixed rare issue: Three-Channel Follow Focus status LED would abnormally switch between red and green

What's new - 16/02/22

• Stopped support for Apple ProRes RAW internal recording.

• Added Mirror Control mode for video transmission. The HDMI port of main body will not output code stream in mirror control mode while the remote monitor expansion plate can output code stream normally.

• Added OSD display switch for remote monitor expansion plate. The HDMI/SDI port of remote monitor expansion plate can output clean HDMI footage.

• Added ability to lock/unlock the high-bright remote monitor screen by pressing the power button once.

• Added power level display of the video transmitter on the high-bright remote monitor screen.

• Added Sport mode to the stabilizer menu on the high-bright main monitor.

• Added ability to enter/exit Sport mode by pressing the M button on the left hand grip or top handle twice.

• Added depth of field display to MF readings and LiDAR waveform when the aperture has been read.

• Added support for calibration of more manual lenses, regardless of the rotational direction of the focus ring.

• Added ability to use more third-party E mount electronic lenses without calibration (requires the latest firmware version of the X9 E mount unit).

• Added log export feature, allowing the log to be output to selected storage media.

• Added Invert Joystick Up/Down switch.

• Added native mark on the EI list for the native ISO.

• Optimized image quality for ProRes 422 HQ.

• Fixed issue: the record button lights of the main body and right hand grip would also switch off when the tally light was disabled on the screen.

• Fixed rare issue: frames were dropped when recording 6K ProRes 422 HQ video with the sensor frame rate is 60fps