DJI Ronin vs Imaging Console
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DJI Ronin
Control and customize your DJI gimbal with this app. Features include automated motor tuning, adaptive motion tracking, pre-planned shot creation, and real-time gimbal data. Optimize your filmmaking workflow with advanced settings and diagnostics.
- Automated motor tuning
- Adaptive SmoothTrack motion
- CamAnchor and Track mode
- Live gimbal data feed
- Gimbal parameter management
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Personalize your Ronin shooting experience with the latest Ronin app from DJI. You can access and manage gimbal motor parameters, SmoothTrack, remote setup, and Ronin’s unique Axis Modes. 1.Easy, automated motor tuning With Auto Tune, Ronin app can adjust motor parameters automatically based off the payload mounted. With such base line, you can further adjust the Stiffness, Strength, Control and Filter parameters accordingly. 2.Adaptive SmoothTrack When Acceleration is set to be much higher than Speed, the Ronin will handle operator’s movements adaptively. You can achieve a complicated long take with only one group of settings. 3.Create with ease With the newly added CamAnchor and Track mode, you can plan your shot in advance and execute it by a simple click. 4.Live gimbal data feed Access gimbal operation data in real time and diagnose gimbal status.
Imaging Console
This app offers professional control, monitoring, and file transfer for Nikon Z series cameras. It supports multi-camera workflows, advanced live view tools, and rapid transfer with metadata attachment. Optimize your shooting and post-production with custom LUTs and flexible export options.
- Multi-camera control
- Professional live view monitoring
- In-camera file management
- Rapid file transfer with metadata
- Custom LUT import and preview
- LivePhoto generation and export
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Imaging Console is a professional third-party camera control, monitoring, and file transfer application compatible with Nikon Z series mirrorless cameras and cinema cameras. **Compatibility** Expeed 7 models (Z9, Z8, ZR, Z6III, Z5II, Zf, Z50II) are fully compatible and support all app features. Expeed 6 models (Z5, Z6, Z7, Z6II, Z7II, Z50, Z30, Zfc) do not support group functions. For wireless connections: use "Connect to Smart Device" for control, monitoring, and in‑camera file access; use "Connect to Computer" for control and monitoring only. Important Notice Imaging Console is independently developed and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, authorized by, or associated with Nikon Corporation, RED Digital Cinema, or their affiliated companies. References to Nikon, RED, and related product names are used solely to identify compatible devices. Key Features Hybrid Connectivity Supports USB (MTP/PTP) and wireless (PTP/IP) connections, including camera hotspot, Wi-Fi, and mobile hotspot. Supports both single-camera and multi-camera workflows. Multi-Camera Control Manage and control multiple cameras wirelessly with synchronized photo capture, video recording, mixed capture modes, live monitoring, and synchronized operation for supported shooting modes. Professional Live View Monitor live video with touch focus and convenient camera parameter control. Includes professional monitoring tools such as LUT preview, false color, zebra, histogram, waveform, safe area, level indicator, and composition grids. In-Camera File Management Browse, review, download, protect, rate, and preview files with LUT support. Batch download and advanced filtering are supported. Voice memo management is available on supported flagship cameras. Rapid Transfer Workflow Automatically download newly captured files—or mark selected files as protected on the camera to send them directly to Imaging Console. Choose Gallery, Photos, or Files as the destination, automatically attach GPS, IPTC, and copyright metadata, and support cardless shooting workflows. Review, edit, and deliver selected content faster without interrupting camera operation. LUT & Image Optimization Import custom LUTs and optimization profiles for live preview, in-camera file browsing, post-capture preview, and library viewing. LivePhoto generation and export Supports flexible export from in‑camera video files or imported gallery videos, with HDR preservation and automatic GPS location tagging. Imaging Console is designed to provide photographers, filmmakers, and professional creators with a reliable and efficient camera control workflow.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Imaging Console at 86% against DJI Ronin's 30%. Imaging Console also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). DJI Ronin's advantage is price (Free vs $19.99) and ratings volume (8.4K vs 5). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
DJI Ronin is free to download; Imaging Console costs $19.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Imaging Console holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DJI Ronin has 8.4K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 30% of DJI Ronin's written reviews are positive against 86% of Imaging Console's.
DJI Ronin ships an update every 2 months, Imaging Console every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DJI Ronin | Imaging Console |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $19.99 |
| Rating | 4.7 (8.4K ratings) | 5.0 (5 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 29.8% of reviews | 86.5% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 8.4K — better | 5 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 320 MB | 157 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | DJI | 栋 张 |
Customer experience
DJI Ronin
Imaging Console
Bugs and requests
DJI Ronin
Reported bugs
6 issues- Firmware update gets stuck at 80%
- Ronin SC motor issues after firmware update
- Raveneye not working with app, no video feed
- Active track loses subject when they exit and re-enter frame
- Panorama function broken with additive overlap
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- Joystick and other controls not working after updates
Requested features
7 requests- Add anamorphic de-squeeze options
- Allow storing manual focus settings with motion presets
- Implement dual device usage for active track and gimbal configuration
- Add loop/repeat function for keyframes
- Enable focus control in keyframe mode
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- Provide full-screen mode support for iPad
- Add camera control features like ISO, shutter, aperture
Imaging Console
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
DJI Ronin
No in-app purchases
Imaging Console
No in-app purchases
Questions
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