ZENMUSE X5S User Manual 2017.01 V1.
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Contents Read Before the First Flight 2 Legends 2 Getting more information 2 Introduction 4 Overview 5 Read the information below before setting up your Zenmuse X5S 5 2 Using this manual Product Profile 4 4 In the Box Getting Started 5 Supported Devices 5 Supported Lenses for the DJI Inspire 2 5 Required Lens Accessories 6 7 Installing the Camera Lens 8 Mounting the Zenmuse X5S to the aircraft Mounting the Zenmuse X5S to the Inspire 2 8 Mechanical Range 9 9 Using the Remote
Product Profile Introduction Featuring M4/3 CMOS sensor, the Zenmuse X5S supports up to 20.80 MP still photo capture. It is capable of capturing 5.2K 30fps CinemaDNG video and Apple ProRes Video as well as 4K 60fps using H.264. The Zenmuse X5S is built using the M4/3 interchangeable lens standard. A variety of shooting modes, including single shooting, burst shooting and interval shooting, provide more options of capture. Burst and AEB is available, with up to 14 stills.
ZENMUSE X5S User Manual Overview Zenmuse X5S DJI Gimbal Connector2.0 Pan Motor Roll Motor Lens lock Lens Mount Index Tilt Motor Lens Mount Lens Release Button DJI MFT 15mm f/1.
ZENMUSE X5S User Manual Panasonic Lumix 15mm/1.7 Panasonic Lumix 14-42mm/3.5-5.6 HD Olympus M.Zuiko 12mm/2.0 Olympus M.Zuiko 17mm/1.8 Olympus M.Zuiko 25mm/1.8 Olympus M.Zuiko 45mm/1.8 Olympus M.Zuiko 9-18mm/4.0-5.6 For sharp and clear video, the shutter speed should be no shorter than 1/500s when using a focal length of 15mm; and 1/600s when using a focal length of 25mm. Required Lens Accessories The performance of the gimbal is affected by the weight of the camera.
ZENMUSE X5S User Manual Installing the Camera Lens The following steps use the DJI MFT 15mm f/1.7-16 ASPH to demonstrate mounting a camera lens to the camera body. Be sure to power off the battery before installation. 1. Remove the camera body cap. 2. While holding down the Lens Release Button, rotate the Lens Lock clockwise to unlock it. 3. Remove the lens cap and rear cap. 21 31 1 Lens Release Button 4.
ZENMUSE X5S User Manual Always power off the battery during installation or removal. It is recommended to wrap a dust cover around the lens to prevent contamination. DJI produces dedicated dust covers for the DJI MFT 15mm f/1.7 ASPH and the Panasonic Lumix 15mm f/1.7 . Other lenses may require a third-party dust cover. Always tighten the Lens Lock after attaching the camera lens, as this reduces lens vibration during flight. Always loosen the Lens Lock before attaching and detaching the camera lens.
ZENMUSE X5S User Manual Mechanical Range The 3-axis gimbal provides an incredibly stable and mobile platform for the camera system to capture completely smooth images and videos. The gimbal can tilt the camera up to 170 degrees, pan 320 degrees and roll 20 degrees in either direction. +40° +20° 0° -20° -320° -130° +320° Ground Level Take off from flat, open ground and protect the gimbal at all times.
ZENMUSE X5S User Manual DJI GO 4 App Downloading Search for “DJI GO 4” in the App Store, or download at www.dji.com. Launching 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. Launching DJI GO 4 app after successful connection, and the live HD video stream will begin. Camera Operation Touch Interface The touch interface can be used for capturing photos, recording videos and playback.
ZENMUSE X5S User Manual 1. Live HD Video 2. Current Camera Settings 3. Spot Metering/ Focus Switch 4. AF/MF 5. AE Lock 10. Photography Configurations 6. Shutter/Record Switch and Parameter Settings 7. MF Adjustment (in MF mode) 11. Playback 8. Shutter/Record 12. FPV(Tablets only) 9.Gimbal Slider Basic Shooting Insert supported Micro SD card into the Inspire 2 to activate still capturing and video recording.
ZENMUSE X5S User Manual achieved in AUTO, S and A mode. ISO values can be set in all modes. When the aircraft is in P/S/ A mode, you can choose to set the ISO automatically or manually. 1. Auto Tap -> -> AUTO. The shutter speed and aperture are set automatically to obtain the correct exposure. 2. Aperture Priority (A) Tap -> -> A. Set your required aperture, while the camera chooses the shutter speed automatically. This mode provides a wider depth of field and can be used to blur out backgrounds. 3.
ZENMUSE X5S User Manual List of Settings Photo Still Photography Modes Micro SD: Single Shot, Multiple(3/5/7/10/14frames), AEB(3/5bracketed frames at 0.
ZENMUSE X5S User Manual NTSC/PAL PAL, NTSC Specifications Supported Micro SD Cards(Insert into the aircraft) Sandisk Extreme 32GB UHS-3 MICROSDHC Sandisk Extreme 64GB UHS-3 MICROSDXC Panasonic 32GB UHS-3 MicroSDHC Panasonic 64GB UHS-3 MicroSDXC Samsung PRO 32GB UHS-3 MicroSDHC Samsung PRO 64GB UHS-3 MicroSDXC Samsung PRO 128GB UHS-3 MicroSDXC Center Point None, Circle, Cross, Narrow Cross, Square (No Center Point), Square(w. Center Point), Bracket (No Center Point), Bracket (w.
ZENMUSE X5S User Manual Update Firmware The firmware of the Zenmuse X5S should be updated together with the Inspire 2. Using an Inspire 2 with the Zenmuse X5S mounted as an example. Method 1: Using the DJI ASSISTANT™ 2 1. Power on the Intelligent Flight Battery, and toggle the USB Mode Switch down. 2. Connect the Inspire 2 and the PC via the USB cable (with Double A ports). 3. Launch DJI Assistant 2 and login with a DJI account. 4. Click Inspire 2 and the firmware update button. 5.
ZENMUSE X5S User Manual Appendix Specifications General Name ZENMUSE X5S Dimensions 140 mm (W) × 98mm (H) ×132 mm (D) Weight Approx. 461 g( Including original lens, balancing ring, lens hood) Operating Temperature Range -4° to 104℉ (-20° to 40℃) Storage Temperature -4° to 140°F (-20° to 60°C) Camera Lens Replaceable lens M4/3mount supporting auto-focus Supported Lenses (DJI Inspire 2) DJI MFT 15mm/1.7 ASPH Panasonic Lumix 15mm/1.7 Panasonic Lumix 14-42mm/3.5-5.6 HD Olympus M.Zuiko 12mm/2.
ZENMUSE X5S User Manual Video Recording Modes H.264 C4K: 4096×2160 23.976/24/25/29.97/47.95/50/59.94p @100Mbps 4K: 3840×2160 23.976/24/25/29.97/47.95/50/59.94p @100Mbps 3840×1572 23.976/24/25/29.97p @100Mbps 2.7K: 2720×1530 23.976/24/25/29.97p @80Mbps 47.95/50/59.94p @100Mbps FHD: 1920×1080 23.976/24/25/29.97p @60Mbps 47.95/50/59.94p @80Mbps 119.88p @100Mbps H.265 C4K: 4096×2160 23.976/24/25/29.97p @100Mbps 4K: 3840×2160, 23.976/24/25/29.97p @100Mbps 3840×1572 23.976/24/25/29.97p @100Mbps 2.
ZENMUSE X5S User Manual Focal Length f=15 mm (35 mm format equivalent 30mm) Aperture Type 7 diaphragm blades/circular aperture diaphragm Maximum Aperture F1.7 Minimum Aperture F16 Lens Construction 9 elements in7 groups (3 aspherical lenses) Focus Distance 0.2 m to ∞ (from the focus distance reference line) Mount M4/3 Mount Angle of View 72° Max. Diameter Approx. 57.5 mm Overall Length Approx. 36 mm Weight Approx. 115 g Gimbal Angular Vibration Range ± 0.
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