Kaizad Billimoria | 28 Oct 2021 05:57 PM
In DJI’s words, the new Ronin 4D “Is a comprehensive cinematography system that heralds the next generation of film production.” and we believe them. The DJI Ronin 4D looks like a sophisticated weapon and combines the all-new full-frame Zenmuse X9 gimbal camera, a 4-axis stabilization system, a LiDAR focusing system, and an unrivaled video transmission and control system in a single unit. It’s got a flagship proprietary chipset that fuels an intelligent image processing system, CineCore 3.0, which delivers an internal 8K RAW codec with precise color reproduction. Complementing the imaging system is a brand-new, full-frame Zenmuse X9 gimbal camera – available in 8K and 6K versions. In addition to the commonly used H.264 codec, both X9-8K and X9-6K can internally record Apple ProRes and ProRes RAW. The Zenmuse X9-6K supports up to 6K/60fps and 4K/120fps, and Zenmuse X9-8K up to 8K/75fps. All these specs make your hands shake? Well don’t fret because the DJI Ronin 4D has been designed with an industry-first active Z-axis. This technology allows the operator to shoot while walking, running, or moving around dynamically, with no need to practice pacing or rely on external equipment. Videos taken in complex spaces like stairways or uneven ground are smooth without any trace of the operator’s footsteps. DJI Ronin 4D even captures wide sliding shots easily, without the need for a dolly. What’s not a dolly is the price though which is $7,199 (approx ₹5,40,000) for the 6K version, and $11,499 (approx ₹8,60,000) for the 8K version.