Smartphones capture amazing video, but to kick production value up a notch consider adding a compact gimbal to your kit. This week, we test three leading smartphone gimbals: The DJI OM 4, the Moza Mini MX and the Zhiyun Smooth XS.
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The new gimbal can hold most full-frame mirrorless cameras with mid-sized lenses and some smaller DSLRs with mid-sized lenses.
The second-generation mini camera features the same three-axis stabilization found in its predecessor, but improves image quality with a larger sensor, wider lens and improved audio capture.
DJI's new RS 2 and RSC 2 gimbals shed weight compared to their predecessors while increasing their payloads. In addition to new and improved shooting modes and accessories, the two gimbals also feature small OLED displays for navigating through shooting modes and more.
The updated gimbal features a new magnetic mounting point, a new color and a handful of new shooting modes to help get the most out of your smartphone's cameras.
Zhiyun's Crane 2 gimbal was well received by enthusiasts and professionals alike. Zhiyun has announced a new Crane 2S model. The Crane 2S is said to deliver improved speed, performance and precision.
Vivo's new system stabilizes the entire camera module rather than just a lens element or the image sensor like on more conventional systems.
Despite a nearly identical form factor and very similar specs, the Feiyu Pocket retails for just $249, an impressive $120 cheaper than DJI's Osmo Pocket.
New DJI patents indicate the company may be planning to expand beyond drones with a new land-based camera vehicle.
FeiyuTech wants to want to cover every base with a quartet of gimbals covering action cams and phones to full blown DSLRs. The timelapse one is interesting
Chinese company Zhiyun, the world's leading gimbal manufacturer, announced the WEEBILL-S earlier this week.
The Osmo Mobile 3 is DJI's third generation gimbal for smartphones, arriving with updated controls and a new foldable design. If you want a stabilizer for your phone it's worthy of consideration.
When DJI announced the Ronin-SC, a 3-axis stabilizer for mirrorless cameras, it included features not found on the Ronin-S. DJI has now added Force Mobile, ActiveTrack 3.0 and Auto 3D Roll 360 modes.
PNY has added a pair of compact SSD drives and a smartphone gimbal to its product lineup.
The market is getting saturated, but that's not stopping Zhiyun from throwing its hat into the ring with its Smooth-Q2 smartphone gimbal, which is currently being crowdfunded on Kickstarter.
First announced at NAB Show, 2019, Gudsen has made its new MOZA AirCross 2 gimbal which boasts a 3.18kg (7lb) load capacity and 360° rotation on all axes.
The third-generation smartphone gimbal brings new features and folds up into a smaller package than ever before.
DJI released a teaser trailer to announce their latest product, slated for this Tuesday. Recent documents also reveal plans for a Mavic 2 Pro+ and Mavic 2 Zoom+ in early 2020.
DJI's new Ronin-SC is a compact, single-handed 3-axis gimbal designed for mirrorless cameras. It's very similar to the company's popular Ronin-S gimbal, but smaller, lighter, and with a few notable differences.
The Ronin-SC features a more lightweight, compact form-factor than its Ronin-S predecessor and includes new features from DJI including ‘Force Mobile’ and ActiveTrack 3.0.
If you find your biceps bursting through the arm of your shirt at the end of a day’s video shoot you might be glad of something to make your gimbal feel a little less heavy. A project about to be launched on Kickstarter claims to have the answer – GimbalGun.
Moza has launched a compact 3-axis smartphone gimbal that has a few tricks up its (extending) sleeve.
DJI has announced a pint-sized camera system that contains 'the world's smallest three-axis gimbal' and is capable os shooting 12-megapixel stills and 4K60p video.
Many cameras today include built-in image stabilization systems, but when it comes to video that's still no substitute for a proper camera stabilization rig. The Ronin-S aims to solve that problem for DSLR and mirrorless camera users, and we think DJI has delivered on that promise.
Gimbal manufacturer Zhiyun-Tech has introduced zoom control as well as focus control for its new flagship model, the Crane 3 Lab.
Benro has launched a new 3-axis gimbal that has a convertible handle that can be used in upright and carry configurations.
The new Mijia gimbal provides 3-axis stabilization and can charge the battery of the attached device.
Chinese drone manufacturer DJI has announced that the Ronin-S, its first single-handed stabilizer, will be available from late this month at a cost of $699. Click through for more details.
DigiBoom can be used with a wide range of cameras, but Redrock Micro recommends the Blackmagic Video Assist and Micro Studio Camera 4K recorder and camera for best performance.
DJI released two professional gimbal controllers at NAB 2018: the Master Wheels and the Force Pro. Built for "every level of filmmaker and scenario," offer high precision control and simplify the shooting of complex and fast-moving scenes.
Gudsen has launched a new gimbal that’s aimed at mirrorless photographers. With a payload of 3.9lbs/1.8kg, the new Moza AirCross can provide stabilization to a mirrorless body even fitted with a cinema lens and a new in-handle option can provide power to Sony and Panasonic cameras.
DJI's Osmo 2 Mobile stabilization system offers significantly improved battery life, new features like hyper-lapse shooting, and a much lower price.
Meet the new Freefly Movi, a handheld gimbal stabilizer designed by cinema stabilization pros for use with the iPhone. Freefly is calling this little beast "the world's most portable, adaptable, and intuitive cinema robot."
Chinese gimbal manufacturer Gudsen has released a firmware update for its Moza Air that lets you control the direction and angle of the head remotely just by moving a small handlebar-mounted control unit.
Chinese company WeWow is running an Indiegogo campaign to fund the production of the currently smallest and lightest smartphone stabilizer. Read more
GoPro's Karma Grip gimbal, which was originally released as part of the Karma drone kit, is now available for purchase as a separate product. Read more
The SwiftCam M3 gimbal accommodates smartphones of all sizes.
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