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📷 Zhiyun Smooth 4: Professional Gimbal Stabilizer for iPhone/Android - Perfect Vlogging & Live Video Kit Review

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Details

ColorBlack
BrandZhi yun
Compatible DevicesCellphone
Item Dimensions LxWxH4.84 x 4.13 x 12.91 inches
Item Weight0.5 Kilograms
Maximum Weight Recommendation210 Grams
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Description of 📷 Zhiyun Smooth 4: Professional Gimbal Stabilizer for iPhone/Android - Perfect Vlogging & Live Video Kit

👍👍【Filmic Pro】The official APP for Smooth 4 is called ZY play. But Filmic Pro has best in class support for Smooth 4, you can use Filmic Pro as an alternative to ZY play. 👍👍【Control Panel】Integrated control panel design,Focus Pull & Zoom Capability. ✅✅【MUST KNOW】Balance the gimbal before use: Slide the smartphoone in as close as possible to against the tilt axis motor. Loosen the Roll (Y) Axis Thumb Screw (which is on the back) to adjust the gravity center by sliding the horizontal arm.When phone stays in level in power OFF status, it is balanced.We recommend you VIEW the video tutorials, There are lots of tutorial videos on YOUTUBE that will help you master the gimbal. 👍👍【PhoneGo Mode】PhoneGo Mode for Instant Scene Transition. 👍👍【Time Lapse & Object Tracking】Time Lapse Expert and Object Tracking available; Supports Two-way Charging with Longer Runtime.

Reviews

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Revainrating 1 out of 5

Android app ZY Play has very serious problems!

Android ZY Play has a very serious problem! you have been warned I'm a professional videographer so I know how the equipment works and I have to tell you honestly that this app sucks. I've been patiently waiting for updates to my Samsung Galaxy S8+ and they still haven't fixed it. As of today, here are the things that do NOT work for Android; 1. 4k not working, 1080p not working at 60 fps, time lapse not working, time lapse not working in motion. Also, the app keeps crashing and I can't even…

Pros
  • Pretty impressive
Cons
  • No

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Major Android App Issues (Samsung Note 8 Issues)

The full features of stabilizers with ZY Play app are not available for Android devices, especially 4K video. I specifically asked if all the functions of the stabilizer and the ZY play app for Samsung Galaxy Note 8 are available through the Revain.com website, which was answered by a Zhiyun official. The response came that all features are available, rest assured; Thank you for your help. After Smooth 4 shipped on April 23, 2018 and others received their order and found some features not…

Pros
  • Nice Thing
Cons
  • Makes Angry

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Apple iPhones only. Android is pure junk

As of June 1st, 2018: One of the worst half-baked electronics I've ever bought. And a big missed opportunity for the company, they really could get their hands on a piece of the prosumer car market. Such a shame. Works as advertised on iPhone, tested on iPhone 10, everything is there including full 4K video. But on Android, it's a complete disaster. I can't believe they decided to put it out there and advertise it as Android compatible. There is no excuse for that, the product is released…

Pros
  • Lots of positive vibes
Cons
  • Upgradable

Revainrating 4 out of 5

New to suspensions? Watch tutorial video first

We use it for social media promotion and portfolio for our construction projects. We've just started using it and I can say that it's ready to use right out of the box. Except that the instruction manual is not really helpful. I usually read the manual (look through it) and build and then intuitively understand how something works. We spent the day frustrated trying to make it work a certain way and then we went in and sat and googled some videos. We saw two official videos and another one from

Pros
  • Feel good
Cons
  • Worry me

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Works great on the iPhone X, but.

--- Rating based on iPhone, not Android --- BENEFITS: • Intuitive tutorial for beginners and great solution for pros to improve their skills • Easy to switch to standby mode, which allows battery drain is reduced • Comfortable to hold with one hand, good weight but not enough to strain your arm/sling for longer shots • Tripod provides stability and gimbal support, allows for more professional panoramic or time-lapse shooting • 4 blue LED lights show battery level • Protective case included…

Pros
  • Large selection
Cons
  • So-so

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Does what I need

I have a Samsung Galaxy S8, GoPro 5, my wife has an iPhone 8+. I did my homework, read the pros and cons, watched every YouTube video and bought the Smooth 4. The gimbal itself is worth the money ($119). Yes, the ZY Play Android software needs some tweaking to use it. all functions and modes. I would give five stars if the software on the Galaxy S8 was perfect. I'm sure Zhiyun pays a lot of attention to this issue - they will sell a lot of Smooth 4 if they can fix the Android issues. Before you

Pros
  • Lots of positive emotions
Cons
  • No performance

Smooth 4 works really well but it has one small flaw and one BIG design flaw. Note. I use it with an Apple iPhone X, so my comments come from that perspective. Secondary is the ZY Play software. It has a few bugs and some features don't work as they should. However, bugs can be fixed and apparently Zhiyun integrates its hardware with Filmic Pro, which seems to be very good software. However, ZY Play still works well enough to deliver results. The reason for the two stars is a HUGE design flaw -

Pros
  • Best in its niche
Cons
  • I will add later

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Works great on the iPhone X, but.

--- Rating based on use with an iPhone, not Android --- BENEFITS: • Intuitive learning for beginners and a great solution for pros to improve their skills • Easy to put on standby mode, reducing consumption • Feels solid to hold with one hand, good weight but not enough to strain your hand/band for long shots • Tripod provides stability and gimbal support, allowing for more professional panoramic shots or time-lapse recording • 4 blue LEDs for level indication • Includes a protective styrofoam…

Pros
  • New
Cons
  • Slightly torn