DJI Ronin for iPhone

Improve your filmmaking with the Ronin iPhone companion

The Ronin companion app for iPhone supplies filmmakers with a compact set of tools to customize and get more from their Ronin gimbal. It combines calibration utilities, shot-design functions, and real-time telemetry so operators can achieve steadier, more intentional footage with less effort.

Main capabilities at a glance

• Advanced shot-planning tools for previsualizing and sequencing complex moves
• Adaptive SmoothTrack tuning for natural, responsive follow behavior
• Automated motor calibration (Auto Tune) that adjusts settings for your payload
• CamAnchor and Track modes to lock onto subjects and execute repeatable moves
• Live telemetry and diagnostic output for monitoring gimbal performance in real time

Motor calibration made effortless

Auto Tune analyzes the weight and balance of the mounted camera and then proposes motor parameter adjustments. Instead of manually guessing stiffness and control gains, you can apply the recommended settings or tweak them further to suit heavier lenses, compact rigs, or any unique configuration.

Tools for composing and executing shots

The app’s shot-planning features let you map camera paths and set keyframes ahead of time, which speeds up complex setups on set. CamAnchor provides fixed-camera positions you can jump between, while Track mode follows subjects smoothly, helping maintain framing without constant manual adjustments.

Real-time monitoring and troubleshooting

A live data feed shows motor status, battery levels, and other gimbal diagnostics so you can spot issues before they affect a take. That visibility aids in on-the-fly troubleshooting and gives confidence that your rig is operating within safe parameters.

Who benefits most

• Independent filmmakers and content creators wanting smoother handheld or gimbal footage
• Run-and-gun shooters who need fast, reliable auto-calibration and tracking
• Cinematographers working with heavier or nonstandard payloads that require fine-tuning

Free alternative to consider

If you’re exploring other options, the 163Eye Free app is a recommended no-cost choice that offers a subset of planning and monitoring tools suitable for basic setups and testing.