As the gimbal market heats up ahead of summer release season, May 2025 delivered a mix of hardware teasers, landmark price cuts and even Academy-level accolades. Consequently, staying current can feel overwhelming. Below you’ll find the four stories that actually matter—each linked to deeper coverage where available.
1. DJI Slashes RS 3 Mini to $237 (May 30)
In a late-month shocker, DJI dropped the RS 3 Mini from $369 to just $237. That puts a 4.4 lb-payload mirrorless gimbal within selfie-stick money territory—likely to clear inventory before new models arrive. If you’re on a budget, jump fast; discounts this steep rarely last. Read more at NewsShooter.
2. Ronin 2 Earns a Sci-Tech Oscar (May 12)
Meanwhile, DJI’s high-end Ronin 2 took home a Scientific & Technical Award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, cementing DJI’s reputation beyond consumer gear. This win trickles down: the stabilization algorithm honored here also powers the RS 4 Pro. Read more on the DJI Blog.
3. Mavic 4 Pro Teaser Hints at Rotating Gimbal (May 13)
On May 13 DJI teased the upcoming Mavic 4 Pro, promising it will “spin your world.” Industry watchers spotted a rotating gimbal module in the teaser, suggesting 360° horizon-level shots straight out of the drone camera. We’ll know more at the official June launch. Read more on DPReview and Tech Radar.
4. Insta360 Flow Pro Adds Apple DockKit (May 27)
Finally, Insta360 revealed the Flow Pro, the first phone gimbal to integrate Apple’s DockKit. As a result, iPhones running iOS 18 can use native Camera or FaceTime apps without a third-party companion—yet still benefit from AI subject tracking. Expect shipping in late June. Read more at Insta360.
Quick Takeaways
- Prices are falling: RS 3 Mini’s cut signals aggressive summer sales.
- Pro tech filters down: Ronin 2’s award validates DJI’s stabilization pipeline.
- Drone gimbals evolve: Mavic 4 Pro leak hints at full-rotation shots.
- Native tracking is here: DockKit may spark a wave of app-free phone gimbals.
June already looks busy—stay tuned for our next roundup, and meanwhile catch our latest deep dives:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the RS 3 Mini price drop permanent?
DJI hasn’t stated an end date. Given past patterns, expect the $237 deal to last until new RS models ship later this summer.
Does the Ronin 2 award affect consumer gimbals?
Indirectly, yes. The same stabilization algorithms trickle down into DJI’s RS-series firmware updates.
Will the Mavic 4 Pro gimbal rotate 360 degrees?
All signs point to yes, but DJI will confirm at June’s launch event.
What’s Apple DockKit and why does it matter?
DockKit is Apple’s new subject-tracking framework. The Insta360 Flow Pro is the first gimbal that uses it, meaning you get AI tracking in native apps like Camera and FaceTime.
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