DJI Unveils New Handheld Camera Stabilizers at CES 2018
DJI Reveals New Handheld Camera Stabilizers
DJI has introduces their second generation of Osmo Mobile series handheld stabilizers for smartphones at this years CES 2018. The Osmo Mobile 2 and Ronin-S were designed for smartphone, DSLRs, and mirrorless camera systems and can give consumers, professional videographers and photographers a great new tool to capture smooth, steady videos wherever they travel.
DJI Osmo Mobile 2 can now be used with mobile phones in portrait or vertical orientation to help record Instagram Stories video. Unlike previous models, the Osmo Mobile 2 now functions on internal batteries that work for up to 15 hours a huge jump over the previous version than lasted only about 4 hours.
Osmo Mobile 2: The handheld smartphone camera stabilizer from DJI, redesigned for the storyteller in all of us. Using a lightweight design that supports portrait orientation, with simpler controls with cinematic zoom, a longer battery life for more filming, and intelligent features to help you share a professional-looking story wherever you go.
DJI plans to market the Osmo Mobile 2 later in January by offering it exclusively on Apple.com site. In early February, Osmo Mobile 2 will be available on the DJI.com website and retail for $169 CAD.
In addition to the Osmo Mobile 2, DJI also announced the Ronin-S, which DJI claims is the first handheld stabilizer designed for DSLR and mirrorless cameras. Ronin-S will be compatible with DJI Pro Accessories like Focus Control Center which allows advanced gimbal and focus control, DJI Master Force and DJI Master Wheels which are external focus motors. A dual-handle support will also be available for added stability is needed.
Ronin-S: DJI’s first single-handed stabilizer for DSLR and Mirrorless Cameras. Built for efficient setup and ease of use with a compact form and dedicated buttons to control camera settings and precise positioning, plus intelligent features for advanced shooting modes all designed to help bring a steady shot to any set.
No pricing has been announce, but the Ronin-S is schedule to be available in the second quarter of 2018. For more information, visit the DJI homepage.