I have the Smooth 5 and I absolutely LOVE it. I cannot wait to do some serious filmaking with my S22 Ultra. Your course has been very helpful in accomplishing these goals.
What about if I have an iPhone 14Pro, I am tempted to go for the Smooth 5s, because the M3 has the combo pack out of stock, but I wouldn't like to regret it due to the weight of the phone.
to be fair... the crane m3 is more aimed at smaller cameras and truly isnt a "smartphone" gimbal and i feel comparing them in the same category isnt even a fair comparison
I just found this video as a first for me at this chanel and I have a question. You talking about smartphone filming but this video, I'm sure, was filmed by normal camera? So, shooting by smartphone is not a good idea for a high level quality ?
Of course you can do that, but I am always showing the smartphone, so I cannot film with it. I have plenty of videos shot on a smartphone on the channel
Im new to all this.. Is the Filmic pro app the go to app for video recording? or is the quality better with the phones app? Currently using a iphone 12 pro
hello Sir, with the new releases Crane M3 and Smooth 5S, i am divided on what to buy. My usage is mostly shooting with Android phone with add on lenses in both vertical and landscape modes equally. I do use Action and 360 cameras fairly regularly. But a few times i use my mirrorless Fuji film camera. Mirrorless shooting is getting really less frequent as Camera phones are getting better by the day. with that Please suggest what wud be my best choice. Budget 180-250$. You may suggest any other gimbal fro your knowledge. These two are my narrowed down choices from my limited experience.
Hello, this Smooth 5 stabilizer tempts me a lot but I have a doubt before buying it. Do you know if it support small iphone 5s and software can support it too? I await your response if possible Warmly
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro Ok, thank you for your reply and I've figured it out. This Smooth 5 can easily attach an iphone 5s but apparently no app will work with it. It's sad. So, according to you, without applications, will I have interesting possibilities (the vortex mode for example) with this iphone 5? I am well aware that I will be more limited without the use of an application, but in the middle of your video you say: that you do not recommend the dedicated application (official) and that you advise for better quality to use it with the internal camera of the smartphone (therefore without application if I understood correctly) or Filmic pro (iphone 5s not supported) I look forward to your response I hope thanks in advance for reading Cordially
Thanks man I haven't even opened my smooth 5 (combo) yet because I was going back and forth between the 2 I've also heard that filmic pro doesn't work with the smooth 5 gimbal for Android.
How are the angles for shooting from the ground? Do you need to bend down or turn over in Smooth 5? Or does the angle exceed 90 degrees and provide a comfortable grip like DSLR gimbals?
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro Thank You, In other words, can we shoot completely close to the ground without interrupting the shot and without losing our focus? I want to land smoothly from top to bottom or vice versa, I will go very close to the ground and lift it up in an instant (like fake drone shots). It shows exactly what I want to tell in this video :D ruclips.net/video/mwp46RmTvYI/видео.html I bought smooth 2, it was 90 degrees at most and I've never been able to use ultra wide angle on the S10e. Even with the normal angle camera, the front engine is always in the frame. I looked at the Smooth Q3, it's even worse, it stays around 70 degrees, you have to turn it upside down to shoot close to the ground. But this time, because the phone is turning, it causes interruption during the shooting. Crane series is out of my budget, I was wondering about smooth 5 too. Channels that conduct gimbal analysis should also introduce angles and their maximum limits. With the gimball, you don't always shoot standing and running forward. :D
I think I'll go for the Crane M3. I'm not at that level yet but I feel it would be cheaper than upgrading later. Btw, I asked a question in your vid comparing the Smooth 5 against the Smooth 4 from Nov 2021. Ignore it 😊
@@rajansubramaniam6594 Nothing you can’t work around. Treat the gimbal and phone as separate devices. The phone (camera) will do what you set it to and the gimbal movements are baked in to the gimbal. This is how it was in the early days, before cross integration technology. I’m new to this too, well, the tech at least. I’m using an Ultra s22, Crane M3 and both the native phone camera app and filmic pro because one won’t do certain things the other will and vice versa. Good luck choosing.
1.How can i connect my iphone 13 pro max tp smooth 5, can i do by bluetooth?2.Do i need to subscribe to film pro if i will just use this by filming my grandkids as a hobby.thanks
I have the M3 with smallrig cage for iPhone 13 pro max. It's secured vertically to base plate with two screws (so one axis isn't able to be balanced at all). It vibrates and has a beeping sound before going limp/failing. would you recommend the smooth 5 for vertical orientation primarily?
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro thank you for the response i see this vertical mode in other video but its very.... unconfortable...or rare... this gimbal havent a vertical plate for tis purpose? sorry mi english
I have been watching ur videos. But none of the videos its not clear whether the gimbal for iPhone specific or Android or both. I am looking out for my S21ultra. So does smooth 5 go on good with it? Or any other gimbal that u suggest. Thanks in advance.
Figured I'd chime in to try and help you. I have the smooth 5 and a s21 ultra, it works well with the phone and filmic pro just got compatibility with the smooth 5 so I would think it's a pretty good fit for the s21 ultra. I'm pretty cheeks when it comes to filming with my phone though so take my opinion as you will.
I just received my crane m3. I have a couple ? 1. m3 beeps when I turn it on, have u experienced any of this. It also turns on/off on its own. 2. Can I use filmic pro with android. Thanks for taking the time
No I never had any beeps, maybe something is still locked. Make sure to unlock all the axis. Sure you can use filmic, thwre is just no native integration
Hello, Could you tell me if focus pull shot, motion timelapse, and dolly zoom shot is possible to shoot from the gimbal, Zhiyun Crane M3. If yes then how. And if no then is there going to a firmware update to get these features. Thank you 😊
Hi my friend. Could I know which nd filter have you used? I guess it is the 67mm moment one (right?) but I don’t know if it is the 2-5 stops or the 6-9 one…could you suggest me if it is valid and future proof (iPhone pro 14 with larger camera module). Thank you
I was using an 82mm one from my normal camera 😅😅 would not recommand that for every day usage. The moment filter mount is fantastic, if you are thinking of getting one, that‘s the way to go
Good question. I never use that, because it‘s just never as smooth and solid as I want it to be.. and you also need to use the ZY Cami app, which makes the quality worse
You said in your video the crane M3 could handle a smart phone with no issues. I can not get the crane M3 handle the load of my iPhone 13pro max , with no add on lens or microphone. It shakes and motors turn off.
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro no locked axises and the phone does not balance like a camera. All the RUclips videos say it doesn’t have to be perfectly balanced, just close.
I recently bought the Smooth 5 and returned it. I use a IPHONE 13 pro max and even after balancing properly and trying to shoot in landscape mode the gimbal would routinely turn itself into portrait orientation while filming. Only way to correct was to turn the power off and turn it back on. This happened repeatedly. It would then do strange movements on its own while I was doing some basic shots, again I would have to restart it. I believe the weight of the 13 Pro max is the limit for this gimbal. Depending on your shot it may go bezerk on you like it did me. Also, after only 1.5 hours the gimbal shut off on me and would not start even after charging it fully. I believe it overheated and shut off completely. This is just my experience. I was really disappointed.
I think you had something wrong here.. you have to manually, physiclally rotate the gimbal to be able to shoot landscape, or vertical.. depending in which orientation you are currentl
Thanks for your review. I don't think the Smooth 5 is for professional use. I can't use it with a professional top light. That alone makes the gimbal more of a toy than a tool of work. I can't add a shotgun or a wireless mic receiver such as Picogear. I can't even use it with the Freewell Sherpa case with their new fish eye lens or macro lens at it would exceed the maximum recommended weight for the Smooth 5. Iphone 14 Pro 206 grams Freewell iPhone 14 Pro case 62 grams Freewell Sherpa fish eye lens 243 grams Freewell Sherpa macro lens 184 grams maximum recommended weight for Zhiyun Smooth 5s 400 grams. The numbers don't add up.
I currently owned an Iphone 13 Pro Max and I tried it with Zhiyun Smooth 4, unfortunately, the gimbal cannot hold it, especially when holding it downward. Does this Smooth 5 hold the 13 Pro Max?
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro Thanks you Sir... I am in between this and the M3 but I think I have to go for the Smooth 5 for the moment since I don't have a DSLR for video. I have EOS90D and I am planning to shift to mirrorless with a good video quality camera but not that very expensive one...
Brother I have been searching your video archive with no help. I may have missed it. But can you recommend me your preferred professional video editing software for android?
I have the Smooth 5 and I absolutely LOVE it. I cannot wait to do some serious filmaking with my S22 Ultra. Your course has been very helpful in accomplishing these goals.
Thanks for the kind words! :)
I have the s22ultra I'm wondering if the zhiyun smooth 5 can handle it and if I can take full control of the zhiyun buttons with s22ultra camera?
fulmaking? video quality is bad on that phone
Is your gimbal still working well??
What about if I have an iPhone 14Pro, I am tempted to go for the Smooth 5s, because the M3 has the combo pack out of stock, but I wouldn't like to regret it due to the weight of the phone.
Checkout my newest video, that might help!
to be fair... the crane m3 is more aimed at smaller cameras and truly isnt a "smartphone" gimbal and i feel comparing them in the same category isnt even a fair comparison
Fair enough. Its a niche product for certain mobile filmmaker
I just found this video as a first for me at this chanel and I have a question. You talking about smartphone filming but this video, I'm sure, was filmed by normal camera? So, shooting by smartphone is not a good idea for a high level quality ?
Of course you can do that, but I am always showing the smartphone, so I cannot film with it. I have plenty of videos shot on a smartphone on the channel
Im new to all this.. Is the Filmic pro app the go to app for video recording? or is the quality better with the phones app? Currently using a iphone 12 pro
hello Sir,
with the new releases Crane M3 and Smooth 5S, i am divided on what to buy. My usage is mostly shooting with Android phone with add on lenses in both vertical and landscape modes equally. I do use Action and 360 cameras fairly regularly. But a few times i use my mirrorless Fuji film camera. Mirrorless shooting is getting really less frequent as Camera phones are getting better by the day.
with that Please suggest what wud be my best choice. Budget 180-250$. You may suggest any other gimbal fro your knowledge. These two are my narrowed down choices from my limited experience.
Thanks
What lens is that ?
Brother, which gimbal is good for Iphones?
Smooth 5
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro DJI OM 5 or DJI OSMO pocket 4k? Today I’m going to buy. Please tell brother?
@@Gurmandhillon_13 smooth 5 is the best
Hello, which gimbal better for iPhone 15 pro max?
as stated in the video, depends if you want to use tons of add ons or not
Hello, this Smooth 5 stabilizer tempts me a lot but I have a doubt before buying it.
Do you know if it support small iphone 5s and software can support it too?
I await your response if possible
Warmly
i don't know if the clamps are small enough - for such a light phone you could pick a cheaper gimbal like the smooth q4
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro Ok, thank you for your reply and I've figured it out.
This Smooth 5 can easily attach an iphone 5s but apparently no app will work with it. It's sad.
So, according to you, without applications, will I have interesting possibilities (the vortex mode for example) with this iphone 5?
I am well aware that I will be more limited without the use of an application, but in the middle of your video you say: that you do not recommend the dedicated application (official) and that you advise for better quality to use it with the internal camera of the smartphone (therefore without application if I understood correctly) or Filmic pro (iphone 5s not supported)
I look forward to your response I hope
thanks in advance for reading
Cordially
Does the crane 3 have face track that works with the phone like the DJI om5?
Thanks man I haven't even opened my smooth 5 (combo) yet because I was going back and forth between the 2 I've also heard that filmic pro doesn't work with the smooth 5 gimbal for Android.
Not yet I think.. should be working down the road
Does the filmpic pro work the iPhone with the smooth 5?
Can the Shoot 5 take a worthy microphone? I think not because of the weight limit.....
How are the angles for shooting from the ground? Do you need to bend down or turn over in Smooth 5? Or does the angle exceed 90 degrees and provide a comfortable grip like DSLR gimbals?
just turn it around 180 degrees - works just fine
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro Thank You,
In other words, can we shoot completely close to the ground without interrupting the shot and without losing our focus? I want to land smoothly from top to bottom or vice versa, I will go very close to the ground and lift it up in an instant (like fake drone shots).
It shows exactly what I want to tell in this video :D ruclips.net/video/mwp46RmTvYI/видео.html
I bought smooth 2, it was 90 degrees at most and I've never been able to use ultra wide angle on the S10e. Even with the normal angle camera, the front engine is always in the frame. I looked at the Smooth Q3, it's even worse, it stays around 70 degrees, you have to turn it upside down to shoot close to the ground. But this time, because the phone is turning, it causes interruption during the shooting. Crane series is out of my budget, I was wondering about smooth 5 too.
Channels that conduct gimbal analysis should also introduce angles and their maximum limits. With the gimball, you don't always shoot standing and running forward. :D
Hello! Decided to go for smooth 5. I have a Blackshark 4 and it weights 210g and i mostly shoot dance covers, Is it the best choice? Thank you
Probably. It always depends on a bunch of things, there is no „best“
I think I'll go for the Crane M3. I'm not at that level yet but I feel it would be cheaper than upgrading later. Btw, I asked a question in your vid comparing the Smooth 5 against the Smooth 4 from Nov 2021. Ignore it 😊
I think thats a great choice - I just got the Crane M2s in house - maybe that would be the best middle option for you! Vids are coming soon
Hi! Excellent video. I was wondering if Smooth 5 can handle an iPhone 13 Pro with Moment case and Tele lens with and ND Filter?
I don‘t know.. but I think for that setup I would go for the crane M3
the same question i have.....coz i have a pixel6pro+moment case which already weighs 270g and when i add on lens...that would come around 300-330g.
@@rajansubramaniam6594 then I would lean toward the Crane M3
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro jus that I'm a newbie....and wondering whether there will be cons in shooting using M3 without an app for it
@@rajansubramaniam6594 Nothing you can’t work around. Treat the gimbal and phone as separate devices. The phone (camera) will do what you set it to and the gimbal movements are baked in to the gimbal. This is how it was in the early days, before cross integration technology. I’m new to this too, well, the tech at least. I’m using an Ultra s22, Crane M3 and both the native phone camera app and filmic pro because one won’t do certain things the other will and vice versa. Good luck choosing.
DJI 5 or smooth 5 which one best for iPhone 13 pro max please 🙏🏻
Smooth 5
1.How can i connect my iphone 13 pro max tp smooth 5, can i do by bluetooth?2.Do i need to subscribe to film pro if i will just use this by filming my grandkids as a hobby.thanks
Please do Smooth 5 vs Crane m2s
trying to get my hands on it
I have the M3 with smallrig cage for iPhone 13 pro max. It's secured vertically to base plate with two screws (so one axis isn't able to be balanced at all). It vibrates and has a beeping sound before going limp/failing. would you recommend the smooth 5 for vertical orientation primarily?
the Crane M3 has a vertical mode.. that would have been a better option.. otherwise yea, if you mainly shoot vertical stuff then go with the smooth 5
hi dude sorry the m3 have vertical shotting mode?- i wanna use it with my s22 ultra in vertical mode.. with cage and nd filtrer
It does yes
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro thank you for the response i see this vertical mode in other video but its very.... unconfortable...or rare... this gimbal havent a vertical plate for tis purpose? sorry mi english
@@losdelareynaoficial it has no vertical mounting point - thats true - its a mode basically
What is the filter mounted on your iphone? Can you tell me about it please????
moment diffusion filter - video about that is on the channel
I have been watching ur videos. But none of the videos its not clear whether the gimbal for iPhone specific or Android or both. I am looking out for my S21ultra. So does smooth 5 go on good with it? Or any other gimbal that u suggest.
Thanks in advance.
Figured I'd chime in to try and help you. I have the smooth 5 and a s21 ultra, it works well with the phone and filmic pro just got compatibility with the smooth 5 so I would think it's a pretty good fit for the s21 ultra. I'm pretty cheeks when it comes to filming with my phone though so take my opinion as you will.
nice sir. thanks for this
glad you liked it!
I just received my crane m3. I have a couple ? 1. m3 beeps when I turn it on, have u experienced any of this. It also turns on/off on its own. 2. Can I use filmic pro with android. Thanks for taking the time
No I never had any beeps, maybe something is still locked. Make sure to unlock all the axis. Sure you can use filmic, thwre is just no native integration
Hello,
Could you tell me if focus pull shot, motion timelapse, and dolly zoom shot is possible to shoot from the gimbal, Zhiyun Crane M3.
If yes then how. And if no then is there going to a firmware update to get these features.
Thank you 😊
I am afraid the answer to both questions is no. Dolly zoom yes, you can do, digitally in the post production.
Is there a way to attach a self stick to either ?
Sure - use a monopod
Hey man what's the best Gimbal for S22 ultra ?
probably the smooth 5 I guess
Hi my friend. Could I know which nd filter have you used? I guess it is the 67mm moment one (right?) but I don’t know if it is the 2-5 stops or the 6-9 one…could you suggest me if it is valid and future proof (iPhone pro 14 with larger camera module). Thank you
I was using an 82mm one from my normal camera 😅😅 would not recommand that for every day usage. The moment filter mount is fantastic, if you are thinking of getting one, that‘s the way to go
why was active tracking not discussed?
Good question. I never use that, because it‘s just never as smooth and solid as I want it to be.. and you also need to use the ZY Cami app, which makes the quality worse
A nice examination of the capabilities of both, aimed well at all user levels. Great 👍
Thankyou.
Thanks a lot!
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro Not a problem. My M3 arrived today and is waiting for me at home.
You said in your video the crane M3 could handle a smart phone with no issues. I can not get the crane M3 handle the load of my iPhone 13pro max , with no add on lens or microphone. It shakes and motors turn off.
Then you have balanced it completely wrong, locked an axis or something like this. The m3 has a payload of 1kg, thats 5 iPhone 13 Pro maxes
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro no locked axises and the phone does not balance like a camera. All the RUclips videos say it doesn’t have to be perfectly balanced, just close.
Did you try motor torque setting to low?
@@Rocky_KO yes I have tried, it will work but in certain positions it start to vibrate.
Can the Zhiyun Crane M3 hold α6600+Sigma 16mm F1.4+ RØDE VideoMicro easily?
Or it will be like the upper limit payload ?
I don‘t know exactly how heavy all of these parts are - it can handle up to 1kg
If M3 suitable with A7M3 using 1635F4?
No, don‘t think so
Can crane m3 do a tracking on iPhone ?
No unfortunately not
I recently bought the Smooth 5 and returned it. I use a IPHONE 13 pro max and even after balancing properly and trying to shoot in landscape mode the gimbal would routinely turn itself into portrait orientation while filming. Only way to correct was to turn the power off and turn it back on. This happened repeatedly. It would then do strange movements on its own while I was doing some basic shots, again I would have to restart it. I believe the weight of the 13 Pro max is the limit for this gimbal. Depending on your shot it may go bezerk on you like it did me. Also, after only 1.5 hours the gimbal shut off on me and would not start even after charging it fully. I believe it overheated and shut off completely.
This is just my experience. I was really disappointed.
And just to know I used it with no case on my phone, and no lenses.
I think you had something wrong here.. you have to manually, physiclally rotate the gimbal to be able to shoot landscape, or vertical.. depending in which orientation you are currentl
Thanks for your review. I don't think the Smooth 5 is for professional use. I can't use it with a professional top light. That alone makes the gimbal more of a toy than a tool of work. I can't add a shotgun or a wireless mic receiver such as Picogear.
I can't even use it with the Freewell Sherpa case with their new fish eye lens or macro lens at it would exceed the maximum recommended weight for the Smooth 5.
Iphone 14 Pro 206 grams Freewell iPhone 14 Pro case 62 grams Freewell Sherpa fish eye lens 243 grams Freewell Sherpa macro lens 184 grams maximum recommended weight for Zhiyun Smooth 5s 400 grams. The numbers don't add up.
if you want to use lots of add ons I would look at the Crane M3s or Hohem iSteady MT2
I bought the Ronin RS 3 or something with extra handles to hold a shotgun mic. Didn't have time to learn it yet though. @@smartphonefilmmakingpro
I currently owned an Iphone 13 Pro Max and I tried it with Zhiyun Smooth 4, unfortunately, the gimbal cannot hold it, especially when holding it downward. Does this Smooth 5 hold the 13 Pro Max?
Sure, easily
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro Thanks you Sir... I am in between this and the M3 but I think I have to go for the Smooth 5 for the moment since I don't have a DSLR for video. I have EOS90D and I am planning to shift to mirrorless with a good video quality camera but not that very expensive one...
I have a Xiaomi redmi note 8 pro and GoPro hero 6 but I don't know what gimbal buy 😔
I don‘t think there‘s a gimbal out there that can hold both
I want to buy from the best type
ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 jembal Differences ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 What's the difference Who is better for the phoneb ZHYUN SMOOTH5 jembal
The Smooth 5s is a bit heavier at 570 grams.
Smooth 5 vs m2s is what I want to see 😀
Doing what I can 👍
Thanks 4 the reply mate
Brother I have been searching your video archive with no help. I may have missed it. But can you recommend me your preferred professional video editing software for android?
VN is my go-to on android
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro thank you! I plan on making cinematic ads for my company and your channel has done so much for me! 🙏