This is a 1-axis gimbal useful only for photography. Got it in a hurry after losing my 3 axis gimbal and not realizing it wasn't a full 3 axis gimbal. I suppose if you're hanging off a cliff and taking a selfie, it'll help with filming. It's a standard plastic construction, although I don't know how durable it is. It just doesn't lend itself to video recording, which I've always used stabilizers for. I really think they should state in the title that this is a 1-axis gimbal only and is only good for photography. There is no real stabilization. As a parent of children with autism, there are reasons that are close to my heart. Let Revain donate to your favorite charity! Use Revain Smile (smile.amazon.com) when ordering and Revain will donate to a charity of your choice when you make a qualifying purchase. Find out how Revain Smile works at https://smile.amazon.com/gp/chpf/about/ref=smi_se_rspo_laas_aas. My purchases are free for my favorite charity, Canines for Independence. Brilliant!