ZENMUSE X7 User Manual 2017.11 V1.
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Contents Read Before the First Flight 2 2 2 2 Product Profile 4 4 In the Box 5 Overview 5 5 6 Getting Started 6 6 7 Mechanical Range 9 Compatible Lenses 10 10 11 11 Camera Controls 12 DJI GO 4 App 13 13 13 14 15 15 Advanced Settings 16 Exposure Mode Video/Photo Styles White Balance 16 17 17 Camera Maintenance 17 Update Firmware 18 Specifications 19 Legends Using this manual Getting more information Introduction Zenmuse X7 DJI DL/DL-S Lens (Optional) Read the information below b
ZENMUSE X7 User Manual Product Profile Introduction The Zenmuse X7 is the world’s first Super 35 mm camera made for aerial cinematography and is capable of recording videos at 6K 30fps (full FOV), 3.9K 59.97fps (narrow FOV) in CinemaDNG and at 5.2K 30fps (full FOV) in Apple ProRes formats. It can also shoot 24 MP stills. A variety of shooting modes including Single Shot, Burst Shooting (3/5/7/10 shots), and Interval Shooting, provide even more creative options.
ZENMUSE X7 User Manual In the Box Check that all of the following items are in your package. If any item is missing, please contact DJI or your local dealer. Zenmuse X7* × 1 Carrying Box × 1 * Lenses are not included with the Zenmuse X7. Please visit the official DJI Online Store to purchase a compatible lens. Overview Zenmuse X7 DJI Gimbal Connector 2.0 Pan Motor Roll Motor Tilt Motor Lens Mounting Index Lens Release Button Lens Mount © 2017 DJI All Rights Reserved.
ZENMUSE X7 User Manual DJI DL/DL-S Lens (Optional) Lens Mounting Index Lens Hood Mounting Index Balancing Ring Lens Hood Example: DJI DL 24mm F2.
ZENMUSE X7 User Manual Installing a Camera Lens Required Lens Accessories The DL-mount of Zenmuse X7 supports the DJI DL/DL-S Lens series. The performance of the gimbal is affected by the weight of the camera. The balancing ring, lens hood, and lens protector are included in the DJI DL/DL-S Lens. When mounting the lens accessories, the following instructions must be strictly adhered to: 1.
ZENMUSE X7 User Manual 3. Align the two lens mounting indexes on the camera body and camera lens, and insert the camera lens into the camera body. 4. Rotate the camera lens clockwise until you hear a click. 31 41 5. Rotate the camera lens counter-clockwise after mounting the lens to make sure the lens is firmly attached. Mount the camera lens with the lens mount facing downward to prevent dust from entering the sensor, which may negatively affect its performance.
ZENMUSE X7 User Manual Always ensure that the Gimbal Connector 2.0 on the Inspire 2 is positioned correctly when mounting, otherwise the camera will not mount. Remove the Zenmuse X7 by pressing the gimbal and camera detach button on the Inspire 2. Only remove the Zenmuse X7 after powering off the aircraft. Mechanical Range The 3-axis gimbal provides an incredibly stable and mobile platform for the camera system to capture completely smooth images and videos.
ZENMUSE X7 User Manual Compatible Lenses DJI DL/DL-S Lenses are compatible with the DJI DL-Mount of the Zenmuse X7 (a diameter of 58 mm). When used with the Zenmuse X7, the crop factor is 1.5 for still shooting, and 1.6 for video recording. The DL-S 16 mm F2.8 ND ASPH lens has a built-in ND 4 filter and it can record video of Super 35 mm size.
ZENMUSE X7 User Manual Lens Specifications Lens DL 24mm F2.8 LS ASPH DL 35mm F2.8 LS ASPH DL 50mm F2.8 LS ASPH DL-S 16mm F2.8 ND ASPH Focal Length 24 mm 35 mm 50 mm 16 mm 35 mm equivalent (stills) 37 mm 54 mm 77 mm 24 mm Aperture Range F2.8~F16 F2.8~F16 F2.8~F16 F2.8~F16 23.5×15.7 mm 52.2×36.2° 37.1×25.3° 26.5×17.9° 72.6×52.3° 23.5×12.5 mm 52.2×29.2° 37.1×20.3° 26.5×14.3° 72.6×42.7° 15.4×8.2 mm 35.6×19.4° 24.8×13.4° 17.5×9.4° 51.4×28.8° 22.5×12.7 mm 50.2×29.6° 35.6×20.
ZENMUSE X7 User Manual Enabling the Built-in ND Filter of the 16 mm Lens Launch the DJI GO 4 app and go to the camera page, then tap the built-in ND 4 filter. > > ND Filter to enable Camera Controls Press the Shutter Button to capture photos or the Record Button to record videos. Adjust the camera's tilt using the left dial. Turn the right dial to adjust camera settings. 7 6 1 2 5 4 3 1. Left Dial Scroll this dial to control tilt the gimbal.
ZENMUSE X7 User Manual DJI GO 4 App Downloading Search for “DJI GO 4” in the App Store, or download at www.dji.com. Launching the DJI GO 4 app 1. Power on the remote controller and the aircraft. 2. Connect the remote controller and your mobile device via a USB cable. 3. Launch the DJI GO 4 app after successful connection, and the live HD video stream will begin. Camera Interface The touch interface can be used for capturing photos, recording videos and playback.
ZENMUSE X7 User Manual Video/Photo Settings Page Tap the 4KP30 SD TIME 20:12 4KP30 CAPA P CITY 384G on the camera page to set Video/Photo parameters. Video Settings Video Photo FPS 23.
ZENMUSE X7 User Manual Photo Setting Video Photo Single Photo Mode Image Size 4:3 16 : 9 3:2 Image Format Raw JPEG Raw + JPEG Color Normal Style Normal +0 +0 White Balance Format SSD +0 Custom Format SD 1. Photo Mode: Choose Single Shot, Multiple, AEB, Timed Shot or RAW Burst (CINESSD is needed for RAW Burst). Multiple: Take 3, 5, 7, or 10 shots in a row. AEB: Take 3 or 5 bracketed frames with ±0.7EV steps for exposure compensation.
ZENMUSE X7 User Manual READY TO GO (GPS) 74% 70% 12 P-GPS R 09:29 ISO 200 SHUTTER 1/200 F 5.6 EV WB 0.3 Auto 4KP30 SD TIME 20:12 4KP30 CAPACITY 384G 4.07V 4.07V AF/MF AE Color Waveform Tap to zoom in on the waveform in the middle of the screen to check the color balance. Tap Tap to switch between RGB and black-and-white waveforms. to disable the color waveform and go back to FPV. To enable the color waveform again, tap > > Enable Color Waveform.
ZENMUSE X7 User Manual 4. M (Manual Exposure) Tap > > M. Set aperture, shutter speed, and ISO based on actual needs. Video/Photo Styles Selecting different styles to capture photos with different sharpness levels, contrast levels, and saturation. Tap > Video / Photo Settings -> Style. Or directly tap 4KP30 20:12 > Style 4KP30 384G 1. Standard: A general-purpose style for most scenes. CAPA P CITY SD TIME 2.
ZENMUSE X7 User Manual 1. Attach the Zenmuse X7 (lens included) to the aircraft. 2. Power on the remote controller and the aircraft, and then launch the DJI GO 4 app. After entering the camera page, tap > > Lens Dedusting. 3. A window will appear in the DJI GO 4 app. Tap Start to start. Follow the instructions to detach the lens. After the system detects that the lens has been successfully removed, tap Start to continue. The gimbal will start vibrating to remove the dust. 4.
ZENMUSE X7 User Manual During an update, the aircraft will make a quick single beep continuously. The warning sound will then alternate between a longer beep and a quick double beep once the update is complete. Restart the aircraft after the firmware update is complete. If the warning sound turns into a long beep, retry the update. The battery level should be above 30% for the firmware update process.
ZENMUSE X7 User Manual Photo Formats DJI CINESSD: DNG MicroSD: DNG, JPEG, DNG+JPEG Operation Modes Capture, Record, Playback Still Photography Modes MicroSD: Single Shot, Burst Shooting (3/5/7/10 shots), Auto Exposure Bracketing (3/5 bracketed shots at ±0.
ZENMUSE X7 User Manual Video CINESSD: CinemaDNG, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 4444 XQ Video Codec Storage FPS MicroSD: H.264, H.265 Frame Format Ratio 17:9 CinemaDNG Apple ProRes 422 HQ 23.976/ 24/29.97/ 30fps CinemaDNG 16:9 Apple ProRes 422 HQ Apple ProRes 4444 XQ 2.44:1 CINESSD 17:9 1.99 Gbps/s 4096×2160 970.6 Mbps/s 5760×3240 4.29 Gbps/s 3840×2160 1.89 Gbps/s 3840×2160 3.66 Gbps/s Apple ProRes 422 HQ Apple ProRes 422 HQ H.264 H.265 2048×1080 3.86 Gbps/s 847.
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