DJI’s Osmo Mobile 8 was one of my 10 favourite products last year, offering an intuitive and powerful gimbal solution for smartphone recording.
But if you want a better camera than an iPhone 17 Pro, you're going to need a bigger gimbal. DJI has just announced the RS 5, a lightweight commercial camera gimbal designed to give videographers more flexibility and smarter control over their footage.
The new RS 5 arrives with a focus on making complex shots easier for solo operators. It weighs 1.46 kg including the battery grip and plates, yet it can carry a payload of up to 3 kg. This makes it compatible with most mainstream mirrorless camera and lens combinations used by local creators today.
The most significant update is the RS Enhanced Intelligent Tracking Module. This module allows you to frame and track subjects directly via the gimbal's touchscreen.
It is no longer limited to just tracking people; it can now lock onto vehicles, pets, or specific objects. It can maintain a lock on human subjects from up to 10 metres away, even in crowded environments, and can quickly reacquire a subject if they momentarily leave the frame.
Under the hood, DJI has implemented its 5th generation stabilisation algorithm. This has resulted in a 50% increase in peak motor torque, providing much better stability during fast movements, like running or quick angle switches.
For those focused on vertical content, the RS 5 handles the switch to portrait mode natively without requiring additional accessories.
To help improve the quality of manual operation, DJI added a Z-axis indicator on the screen. This provides feedback on your gait and pace, suggesting adjustments to help reduce image shake while walking.
Battery life and efficiency have also seen a major jump. The standard battery now charges 60% faster than the previous model, reaching a full charge in about an hour. While the standard grip provides 14 hours of power, a new BG70 high-capacity battery grip is available which extends the total runtime to 30 hours.
The ecosystem has also expanded, with the Bluetooth shutter now supporting Panasonic and Fujifilm cameras alongside Sony, Canon, and Nikon.
Australian pricing and availability
The DJI RS 5 is available in Australia from today through authorised retailers and the official DJI online store.
- DJI RS 5 (Standalone): $839 AUD. This includes the gimbal, tripod, quick-release plates, and the BG33 battery grip.
- DJI RS 5 Combo: $999 AUD. This adds the RS Enhanced Intelligent Tracking Module, the electronic briefcase handle, and a carrying case.
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