DJI Ronin 4D Ronin 4D 4-Axis Cinema Black 2022
Panasonic Lumix S S5 II Black 2023
What Buyers Say
DJI Ronin 4D Ronin 4D 4-Axis Cinema Black 2022
The DJI Ronin 4D-6K receives mixed feedback. While many users praise its stunning video quality and stabilization, a significant number report dangerous swollen batteries upon delivery, raising safety concerns. Some also mention firmware requirements and a learning curve, but overall the camera's performance is highly regarded when functioning properly.
Pros
- Stunning video quality
- Excellent stabilization
- Great for smooth running shots
- Top-class company
- Excellent service
Cons
- Swollen battery upon delivery
- Dangerous battery safety issue
- Arrived damaged
- Firmware update required
- Learning curve for beginners
Panasonic Lumix S S5 II Black 2023
The Panasonic Lumix S5II is overwhelmingly praised as a fantastic hybrid camera that finally brings phase-detect autofocus to the L-mount lineup. Users highlight its excellent video features, including a fan for unlimited recording, great stabilization, and beautiful color science, all at a very competitive price. A few long-term users report a shutter button issue, and some note the limited lens selection compared to Sony, but the vast majority consider it the best value full-frame camera under $2,000.
Pros
- Excellent phase-detect autofocus
- Great video quality and codecs
- Internal fan prevents overheating
- Outstanding image stabilization
- Beautiful color science
Cons
- Shutter button issue after extended use
- Limited lens selection compared to Sony
- APS-C crop in 4K 60p
- Rolling shutter at fast pans
- External monitor disables internal display info
Scores
Specifications
| DJI Ronin 4D Ronin 4D 4-Axis Cinema | Panasonic Lumix S S5 II | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 24.100000381469727 MP | 24.200000762939453 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 200 | 100★ |
| Processor | CineCore 3.0 | L2 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | No data | |
| AF Type | — | Photo, VideoContrast Detection, Phase Detection: 779 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 60 fps★ | 30 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 120 fps★ | 30 fps |
| Max Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/8000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 6K | 6K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 120 fps★ | 100 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | H.264, ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes 422LT | H.264/H.265/MOV/MP4/ProRes 4:2:2/4:2:0 8/10-Bit |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | — | 3"★ |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | — | 3.7M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 1.45 kg | 0.66 kg★ |
| Battery Life | — | 370 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✗ | ✓★ |
| USB | USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) | USB-C |
| HDMI | HDMI 1.4 | HDMI Output |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
DJI Ronin 4D Ronin 4D 4-Axis Cinema Black 2022
- Strong stabilization (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong burst (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong video (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
Panasonic Lumix S S5 II Black 2023
- Strong display (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
DJI Ronin 4D Ronin 4D 4-Axis Cinema Black 2022
No current pricing available
Panasonic Lumix S S5 II Black 2023
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 8 of 33 specs.
