Best Gimbals · head-to-head
DJI RS 4 vs Zhiyun Crane 4
A sourced, side-by-side spec comparison. DJI RS 4 is cheaper at $549. Every spec and price links to its source.
Side by side
| DJI RS 4 | Zhiyun Crane 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $549 (MSRP, gimbal only) | $669 (MSRP, standard kit (combo $749)) |
| Brand | DJI | Zhiyun |
| Released | 2024-04 | 2023-07 |
| type | camera | camera |
| max payload lb | 6.6 | — |
| axes | 3 | 3 |
| battery hours | 12 | 12 |
| weight lb | 2.35 | 3.69 |
| built in screen | true | true |
| quick release | Arca-Swiss / Manfrotto compatible QR plate | Dual-layer QR plates (landscape/portrait) |
| release | 2024-04 | 2023-07 |
Sources — DJI RS 4: dji.com (verified 2026-06-19). Zhiyun Crane 4: store.zhiyun-tech.com (verified 2026-06-19).