{"id":9008,"date":"2026-01-29T14:49:57","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T14:49:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/licensing.routenote.com\/blog\/?p=9008"},"modified":"2026-01-29T15:09:07","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T15:09:07","slug":"dji-rs-5-handheld-gimble","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/licensing.routenote.com\/blog\/dji-rs-5-handheld-gimble\/","title":{"rendered":"DJI launches RS 5 handheld gimble: Smarter stabilisation for modern creators"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>DJI just unveiled their brand new handheld gimbal, the RS 5, designed for solo shooters and hybrid creators to obtain professional-level footage with minimal setup. Coming in at 1.46kg the build is compact and supports payloads up to 3kg &#8211; supporting most mirrorless cameras and lenses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Introducing DJI RS 5: Lightweight Commercial Stabilizer | Built to Lead the Scene\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nCFe2RoQxv0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Notable upgrades include smarter tracking and faster performance, and an enhanced intelligent tracking module which has a live touchscreen feed that lets you tab to lock onto subjects (people, pets, vehicles) without the need to use a separate phone or monitor. The 5th-gen stabilisation algorithm provides around 50% higher peak torque, delivering much steadier shots during challenging fast, dynamic movements. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lets talk battery life&#8230; You&#8217;ll be pleased to know that it&#8217;s a big win for all day shoots. The RS 5 has a fast charge time of 1 hour, offering roughly 14 hours runtime on the standard battery which can be extended up to 30 hours with the optional high-capacity battery grip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are fine tuning balance knobs on all axes, Z-axis stability indicator and native vertical shooting without the need for extra adaptors, really showing support for content creators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its ease of use, smarter tracking and long-lasting power make the RS 5 a compelling tool, as smooth and professional visuals sell your story the best. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pricing: <\/strong>\u00a3485 \/ \u20ac569<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Stop risking your channel\u2019s revenue and momentum on a flawed system.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>RouteNote Licensing guarantees that the music you license is protected from Content ID claims, allowing you to focus on what you do best: creating great content.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/licensing.routenote.com\/\">Click Here<\/a> to Start Your Claim-Safe Journey Today!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>DJI just unveiled their brand new handheld gimbal, the RS 5, designed for solo shooters and hybrid creators to obtain professional-level footage with minimal setup. Coming in at 1.46kg the build is compact and supports payloads up to 3kg &#8211; supporting most mirrorless cameras and lenses. Notable upgrades include smarter tracking and faster performance, and an enhanced intelligent tracking module which has a live touchscreen feed that lets you tab to lock onto subjects (people, pets, vehicles) without the need to use a separate phone or monitor. 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