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Review on Zhiyun Smooth 4 Smartphone Gimbal Stabilizer: Perfect for iPhone 11 PRO XS Max XR X 8 Plus 7 6 SE & Android - Ideal for Filming, Vlogging, and Live Video Recording (Includes Plate Adapter for Gopro & Counterweight) by John Pound

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great for all experience levels

Just received this stabilizer in the mail last week. And tried it out for the first time with a Samsung Galaxy S10+ over the weekend. And so far I am very happy with this stabilizer. Before I continue, I am a beginner/intermediate user of stabilizers. In the past, I've used the Zihyun Smooth-Q gimbal to film short films about my vacation trips. I'm still working on editing it... Lol. First what's included in this pack: Zihyun Smooth 4 Stabilizer GoPro Adapter Charging Cable Counterweight (ideal for larger phones) Tripod Stand The motor has received some upgrade, it easily holds the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (no case), and the optics are great smooth and fits perfectly. The balance and the feel on the hand are very pleasant. It's super easy to turn on and you love how quickly it sets up and balances your phone to quickly capture your precious moments. Compared to its predecessor, it is equipped with a handwheel for easier focusing and zooming. Although some Android app functions are limited, the stability of this gimbal is amazing. I'm still a beginner learning the art of telephony, and Zihyun Smooth 4 is suitable for both beginners and experienced telephonists. I guess my review is geared more towards gimbal beginners or those just interested in getting into telephony or just want to shoot great vacation/family videos and are looking for a reliable, easy to use gimbal as I even a beginner would definitely recommend this for all skill levels. We hope that Zihyun will release an app update for Android smartphones soon.

Pros
  • Best
Cons
  • Ugly packaging