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Review on πŸ“· Zhiyun Crane 2S: The Ultimate 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer for DSLR Cameras - Sony, Nikon, Canon, Panasonic LUMIX, BMPCC 6K Compatible by Khalil Hopp

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Rugged gimbal with great features

Overall this is a pretty good gimbal, it's as good if not better (if you have a physically large camera) than other gimbals on the market at this price point. At this price point, a screen, a large payload and large mounts that allow you to mount a larger camera on it is a pretty good point. Rear arm extension when you need to see the screen. I didn't remove it as Zhiyun recommends leaving it enabled for best performance. I usually use an external monitor attached to the side of the gimbal so I don't have to see the screen. You don't have to use the app to make adjustments. However, you MUST use an app to activate the stabilizer. In addition, everything can be configured via the screen on the back. As for the stabilization, I've used it on some indoor shots and it seems to be as stable as any other stabilizer. I primarily use the Ronin-S and am used to doing the "gimbal walk", walking slowly and doing my best to get rid of the vertical wobble that is common with gimbal shots. As long as you have the right balance, auto-adjust the motors after every major lens change, and use "gimbals" and walk carefully - this stabilizer will give you great results. I don't think I can say that or my other stabilizers. It works as it should. Some sample images at the end of my unboxing video. One of the main reasons I was interested in this stabilizer was the batteries. Love the fact that you can remove the batteries and that an extra set of batteries is included so you don't have to stop shooting to charge the gimbal. You can unscrew the handle, replace it with a new one and keep shooting if necessary. presses to enter different modes. Not all switch when you press the M key once. For example, GO mode requires you to press the button three times. This version comes with an extra bottom button. I'm a big fan of using stabilizers with knobs, and the included knob makes using the stabilizer much easier when you want to "pan" the gimbal from side to side. This is my top choice for living quarters and with the gimbal alone it's hard to judge speed, but using the crank helps with a little more control over pan speed as you can hold one hand and use the crank to increase the speed Taxes . Without a stick, you use your wrists or lateral body movements to control the pivot axis, which can be more difficult. if they told me to say (or not to say) something. All words are mine.

Pros
  • Big screen
Cons
  • Drives me crazy