Please refer to the tutorial "Installation and Operation of Ronin RavenEye Image Transmission System. The 103 third parties who use cookies on this service do so for their purposes of displaying and measuring personalized ads, generating audience insights, and developing and improving products. Setup is straightforward, if unwieldy: the transmitter mounts to your camera’s hot shoe or beneath the mounting plate, then connects to your camera’s HDMI port and to the gimbal via USB-C.

Balancing the RSC 2 is easier than the Ronin SC, with independent locking axes and clearer controls – though beginners may need to watch a couple of YouTube videos to. The gimbal is shipped with several control cables, including Micro and Mini USB, as well as USB-C, but if your camera doesn’t have one of those, you’ll need a different RSS cable (available separately), or you simply won’t be able to connect to the RSC 2. Still, provided your camera is fully compatible, you won’t find a gimbal as clever and capable as the DJI RSC 2 – apart from the RS 2. It’s stronger, too, which means it can support mid-range DSLR cameras, as well as mirrorless models. Rod is an independent photography journalist and editor, and a long-standing Digital Camera World contributor, having previously worked as DCW's Group Reviews editor.

Keep the tilt motor next to the grip side, and make sure the USB-C control ports face front, and you'll unfold it correctly. The front focus wheel and trigger are well placed for your index finger, while the back buttons and scroll wheel sit within easy reach of your thumb.

Smarter and stronger than the Ronin-SC, the DJI RSC 2 makes smooth, cinematic shots possible with an even more portable setup. It’s also a great replacement for a Ronin SC, with more versatility and a bigger payload, so if you love your RC but it’s wearing out, the RSC 2 is the obvious replacement. Once you’ve mounted your camera and balanced the axes, controlling pan and tilt with the joystick feels fluid and intuitive. Charge less and shoot longer thanks to RSC 2’s advanced battery, which provides a 14-hour runtime and supports fast charging. On each side of the gimbal handle is a NATO mount with M4 threads for attaching dedicated accessories such as an optional briefcase handle.

Transmit 1080p video, adjust gimbal parameters, and even change camera settings from 200 m away with a latency of just 60 ms. Why not sign up to our newsletter and receive info on exclusive offers each week that are not available to the public. The rubber elements on the handle are also subtler than those found on the Ronin-SC, with a smoother texture that’s neatly integrated yet offers a good amount of grip.