EMT the click in standby is super handy to keep your phone secure as you move between scene and then ready to film within seconds again. How did you find the facial tracking I thought it needed abit of bug fixing on the front facing camera . This was on an iPhone 6 however
Love my smooth 4, it is my first gimbal, but I love the ease of use I can teach my students to use it very simply. The best part for me is the battery life! It is ridiculous, I do need the usb c to lightning port because my phone can’t last near as long! I’ve noticed the motion time lapse is a bit glitchy tho, have you had this?
I use Samsung galaxy s8+ 1. App don't have1080P60FPS 2.Max Res is 1080P30FPS 3.180 Panorama Not working 4.3x3 pano not working 5.timelapse motion not working 6.object tracking not working 7.zoom not smooth 8.timelapse motion not working Hardware is astonishing but software is .............
Yes! I really liked this too! The active tracking needs a lot of work. Definitely did not perform like the Osmo Mobile 2 or the SMOVE Mobile. Currently working on editing that comparison! Thanks for sharing! 🤘🏼
I had my doubts on this model since I have ordered it over Amazon. Looking at this video has made more excited and I am looking forward for this model to arrive. Thanks for your confidence on this model. Loved your presentation as well. Cheers from India 🇮🇳....
I’ve just gotten mine. So haven’t really “played” with it yet... but the results so far are awesome.. Thank you for the detailed and easy to follow video... More creators need to do this.... Not everyone is an expert
Hahahahaha congratulations! I’m currently editing the comparison. It’s been a bit crazy with the traveling and the work but I’m committed in releasing the comparison before this weekend! Let me know how you like it! It’s pretty solid! Oh btw there’s a new firmware update on their website! It improves stabilization apparently.
Excellent video. Thinking of getting one in a few minutes. I miss Jersey City and NYC after watching this video. I'm now residing in the Philippines for the past year after growing up as a Jersey boy. I'm one of your subscribers.
Great video. I wasn't understanding the lock function until I saw your video. Also, helped me see the purpose of some of the other buttons. Good explainer.
Man love the tutorial . Had my smooth 4 for a minute now as was thinking about the art museum as my first shoot.Thank you so much for a very informative lesson.
I own an osmo3, but I recently bought one of these. So I look forward to learning all the features. There seems to be many features and it looks like a professional piece of equipment for the Film maker who's using Cell phones to make Vlogs. Movies. And content for RUclips etc...
Awesome video! I love the idea of being able to control the focus with the wheel and the vertigo shot. I recently got the om2 now I’m getting tempted in getting the smooth 4 not to mention that I really think that it’s priced at an awesome value for only $139
Thanks! Glad you liked the video! You can actually do vertigo shots with Osmo! Can’t wait to finish editing the comparison to show you! But I like how the DJI Go app handles it!
EMT I can’t wait to get my computer fixed for my post editing lately I’ve been playing with dji om2 and use the editor on the dji go app, it gives me options to change contrast, brightness and a few other options. I’m looking to get adobe premier soon as I get the computer running, what software you use?
I am or let me correct that, was, a sad owner of the Zhiyun Smooth 4. It sets in the local land fill now for it's constant software/firmware errors. I bought a Moxi two weeks ago and have experienced a gimbal now that WORKS. Wish people like you EMT gave something more true. I am far from the only person with problems.
Sorry you had challenges with your Smooth! I genuinely shared some of the common issues with tracking and software performance overall. Thanks for sharing your feedback!
I just got my white Smooth 4. Zowie! What a device! I love the ease of a stabilized shot. So simple. So smooth. I’ve had it four days and have done a deep dive into features. I can’t seem to get it to turn on the light to light a shot. They say it’s the center button of the wheel. What’s the secret? Thanks for sharing my enthusiasm for this amazing technology. I’m using it mounted on my white BlitzWolf 35” selfie stick BW-BS4. White on white... How cool is that?!
It depends on the needs of the user. I feel that the Smooth 4 is extremely robust and the Filmic Pro integration makes this a powerhouse. However, for traveling and for social media vlogs I like the Moza Mini S. Both are fantastic at the end of the day! Hope this helps a bit! 🤘🏼
I have a note 9 and ordered the smooth 4. Its flawless. Good thing I gambled with rather than picking up a DJI osmo mobile 2. Its light weight and all functions are working. 4k 60 fps is supported. The only thing not quiete synching is the filmicpro app. I have sent inquiry to filmicpro and is waiting for updates. Really easy to use. Super light weight and handy. And yes motor is sturdy and no unwanted vibrations so far. Worth the price. Bought it only for 100 $ equivalent online brand new.
So after watching various reviews of gimbals going down the rabbit hole getting introduce to more and more options lol. I ended up ordering Smooth 4 on Friday morning and received it Saturday afternoon ( Free delivery in under 2 days ). Looking forward to learning how to use this and create some RUclips and Instagram content of my own
QUESTION. I used it with my Samsung Galaxy S8+. But that's now my back-up camera, and I'm using it with my Galaxy S10+. The Smooth 4 quickly gets hot. Can't even tough a gimbal. Is the camera too heavy? Do I need counter-weights? I'm having to go back to my back-up camera (S8+) too often. Your thoughts? Many thanks.
I also have a S10+ but haven’t had an issue with the Smooth 4. Make sure to re balance when you switch to the S10+. Both the back arm and the grip. Phone should balance facing down while turned off. Hope this helps!
Great content. All your advice helps me alpt I'm learning all the time. As a fellow vlogger I just Film content and post but theres so, so, so much to learn... I learn from ur channel many doffenrt cool ideas... thanks.
Hi there, Liked the video! We have the Smooth4 for almost a year now in combination with the Note8. As you may or may not know the Zhiyhun app doesn't work fully with Android. However I find the gimbal it self has a very good quality / price ratio. As long as the app isn't fully functional for Android I'll use the camera software from the Note8 it self. Favorite feature: Beeing able to keep your phone charged whilst filming with the gimbal. Keep up the nice video's and maybe next time 'We'll see you in Mainstreet!'
Glad you’re liking the gimbal! I’m looking to revisit it it the coming weeks since there have been some updates! Thanks for sharing your time with me! 🤘🏼
Dude, your info video on this product is off the rocker! Totally enjoyed watching man.. continue to produce more, it's obvious your a pro at this. Also just subscribed 👊🏼💥
Im going to USA for a lil vacation i was thinking of getting a vlogging camera like go pro or any other small device. When i saw this vid I changed my mind and today im going to get one or im gunna order one. I will save some money and its a good start for me. Thanks 🙏
DJI Osmo Mobile 2 has the better App Integration (Android) if you plan on doing Timelapse/Hyperlapse and other Stuff right from the App. For better Sound an external Mic. Is recommended.
Hey EMT, I just ordered my Smooth 4 thanks to your review! lets see how it looks like! it will be my first gimbal and Im soo excited to try it on my iPhone X!!! I will tell you my impressions after I try it.
Hey EMT! I just have done few test with mi iPhone X and the Smooth 4, but now I saw and issue and I dont know what to do... when I export my videos from the app to the Apple Photos app it loose the quality. how do I have to export my videos to my pc to get them in 4k? :( :(
I notice this cuz I was importing some videos from iCloud to my pc, and adding them to Premier Pro and it says that the videos are 720 30fps ... Im getting crazy about it.
So far the smallest I’ve interacted with is the Freevision Vilta M. It’s a bit smaller then the DJI Osmo Mobile 2. Feiyutech just release an even smaller one called the Vlog pocket. Hope this helps! Thanks for sharing your time with me! 🤘🏼
👍🏼 probably one of the best vids on this product, just received mine but totally new to this, could you do a vid about all the different shooting modes & how to do correctly, big ask I know but a new sub in waiting, either way great vid & thanks for your time
Glad you liked the video! Congratulations on you Smooth 4! I’ve discovered a ton in the past couple of days and will definitely share more on modes and best practices! Thanks for sharing your time with me! 🤘🏼
EMT big thanks for reply, seen loads of vids also but not many go into how to use correctly, I only got quick start guide so kinda lost, your vid stood out for me amongst them just clear & concise, new sub here after I finish replying, looking forward to your help 👍🏼
Excellent review. I think you could do a whole video per feature. It can take time to master something like the vertigo mode and all its possible use cases
hi there, I have been struggling with my the Zhiyum Smooth 4 imble, I need to be able to use any app to go to live streaming with youtube livestream, what can I use to do that while using the gimble
Hey thanks for the details, i have question about timelapse. How do we stop timelapse in between? I selected 10 mins timelapse and i wanted to stop in between but none of the option stopped it.
I remember having this same concern! Will revisit the Smooth 4 to see if they updated the app. I remember one time exiting the app. Very inconvenient though. Thanks for stopping by! 🤘🏼
EMT no it sound like the ziuin app on Android phone, recording in 4k cannot be done on Android while in app. The video records slowly, the zoom wheel zooms in or out very slowly, the aperature wheel messes up. I guess I will just stick to using Smooth 4 with out ziuiyn app. I am using Google Pixel. Android btw. What a waste of money the smooth 4 is.
On Android it is definitely missing some of the features that then ios version has. Using the native camera app will definitely be a bit more convenient.
hi there! is possible to put on the phone the moondog anamorphic lens ?? does the gimbal will need a counterweight in this case? if so, which counterweight? and does the gimbal supports the iphone 8 plus?? thank you
The gimbal definitely supports iPhone 8 Plus. For the counterweight I recommend the Moment Universal counterweight. Fits any gimbal and it is reasonably priced. Hope this helps! www.shopmoment.com/shop?tap_a=30146-d3ce98&tap_s=237346-e09779&Moment+Referral+Program&
EMT about this, does the gimbal uses its own app to do the efects u told about? In this case probably we cant use the anamorphic lens with gimbals features like The wheel , can we??
I just got the Smooth 4 and am trying to learn how to use it properly. Your video was very informative and hope that soon I will be able to work on some projects that I have in mind. Thank you
Can you upload a video 'what's like to use the smooth 4 with an Android device'? Because I am confused. I'm thinking of buying it, but it seem like the Android app is buggy and limited to 1080p,no time lapse. PLEASE that would be awesome to know the truth.
I’d love to but I don’t own an Android phone. 😔 considering getting one soon for this same reason. I hear it’s limited to the basics with no major features like on iOS. I’ll definitely update if I get an Android device soon. Thanks for sharing your time with me!
EMT Actually, I checked the Amazon purchase link of the Smooth 4 and in the description it says that is compatible with some devices.Thanks again, waiting for a new video!
I have a Huawei P20 Pro and the Smooth 4. I can't use the vertigo, panoramic 3x3, récord on 4k, and the following faces feature.. And the app for Android? No words to describe it. The worst. But this is a Great gimbal for ios, sadly for me is just an expensive selfie stick.. I hope ZY read the millions of Android users upset and awaiting for a full compatibility.
I bought one today - how are you suppose to pan left and right or up and down when mounted on a tripod? There seems to be no joystick control, really disappointing.
With the smooth 4 you’ll have to rotate the gimbal once you reach the limit. The smooth w has unlimited 360* panning and other ones like the moza mini mi. Hope this helps! Thanks for sharing your time with me! 🤘🏼
Under good lighting conditions the front camera does wonders! All my vlog parts are using the front facing camera. But the Smooth Q has a cool and useful 180 spin that helps with this! Hope this helps! Thanks for sharing your time with me! 🤘🏼
I've only just started searching but am looking to buy one of these. I recently purchased a Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra and is generally ok for photos (nothing special) but is cumbersome for videos. I love the way the Zhiyun has so many function and setting adjustments whereby you don't need to tap and menu search the phone. That will suit me fine as most of my activity is photos anyway.
I’d love for the to update and fine tune that feature! I feel it’s a great gimbal but some small things here and there can definitely be updated! Thanks for sharing your time with me! 🤘🏼
Jerran Duty Yes. I’ll set 3 spots for the time lapse. Point 1 to 2 is really fast and point 2 to 3 is a normal pace. Then, a few times I would only set 2 points and it would stay in one spot and video would be jittery. Like it wants to go but, it doesn’t.
GReat video. You taught me some really cool stuff. I’ve been using it mainly with Filmic Pro and there is good integration, but you seem to be using within the app. Please tell me what app are you using and can you do a similar video tutorial on using it within the app? Thanks and keep making these, they are great.
For this video I was using both the ZY Play app and the native camera app. Filmic Pro is definitely what I would default to now a days for a more control. 🤘🏼
EMT ! Is it possible let´s say i have the smooth on tripod and wanna record my hands when i explaining something....??? It has to look down 2-3 feet from me something like that..... I wanna record my diggings cuz am metal detectorist..
It’s possible but the lack of a joystick might make it a bit harder. You could manually adjust the phone by hand but it might not be ideal. I’d recommend a gimbal with a joystick for that. Hope this helps! Thanks for sharing your time with me! 🤘🏼
@@EMTFILMS My problem is i ordered the smooth 4 before knowing :(( but if i can adjust manually by hand that´s fine........Do you have any names GIMBAL + JOYSTICK?? Thanks man :) Digger from Denmark!!!
I personally like to use the Osmo Mobile, Moza Mini Mi and Smove Mobile. Im looking to play this weekend with the Freevision Vilta-SE. Hope you enjoy it! 🤘🏼
can the trigger button and pan follow / lock switch be useful without using the zy apps? bcos i own an android phone and many other videos commented tat the zy apps is not android friendly :(
Hello! Sadly it doesn’t! That was a killer feature in Smooth Q! It does have auto focus but it wont do the full 360. Thanks for sharing your time with me! 🤘🏼
Hi, great video! I recently purchased the smooth 4 but was dissapointed when I use the ultra wide angle camera on my samsung note 10 plus.. I can see the arm of the gimbal on the bottom right 🥴 Care to share any tips on that? 😋🙏🏼
I've switched over to the DJI Osmo 3 - and it's waaay smoother when panning low and just general movements are much, much better than on my - before - favourite Smooth 4 :D
Sir... Im using Samsung 31s.... when im using the app the video is not smooth even in 720p 30 fps and its has no 60 fps option How to get smooth videos by using app... plz help me...
Hi !Great video !can you please tell me if the SMOOTH 4 will work with Galaxy Note 9 ? and what gimbal its better all around between SMOOTH 4 and MOZA MINI MI ?if you will need to choose one between them what will be the one you pick ?THANK YOU
Hi, thx so much for all your videos. I recently switched to the Zhiyun Smooth 4 from the Osmo 2 after it broke... Anyway, I like the Zhiyun but miss the ease of motion timelapse using the Osmo. It feels weird to physically move the phone around in the gimbal arm to the positions I want and sometimes it just seems to freeze up when I do this, it goes limp. I love motion timelapses and its really dissapointing that Im having a hard time figuring out a fail safe method of setting it up to go to the right waypoints..... I would love to see a tutorial on this. I have looked everywhere and can't find one........I would love to know the best techniques and settings for cool motion moves that are possible. I find it really hard to set up a scene with waypoints and those additional cool spin, curve moves ( sorry I forget the correct term ). I would really appreciate any advice on the best settings to set. I love the potential of the Smooth 4 and hope that I can make it happen.....its just that it was so easy on the DJI Osmo 2 to get a basic motion time-lapse........of course again the potential is greater on the Smooth 4 with all the setting options..... Thx have a great weekend.
Great video man! I'm looking into grabbing a gimbal for some mobile filmmaking and at the moment really leaning towards Smooth 4. Would be nice for them to jump on board with Filmic Pro sooner rather than later though..
Glad you liked the video! 🤘🏼 Currently The Osmo Mobile 2 and 1 are the ones that are compatible with Filmic Pro and I agree! It would be great if there was a standard for all gimbals to be compatible! Thanks for sharing your thoughts with me! 🤘🏼
@@EMTFILMS Thank you for the tip. Do you know if gimbal is compatible w Samsung s9 plus. Some people say all the features on the gimbal works great w Samsumg, some claim it does not. No 4k video recording or bluetooth
Hi EMT, Thanks for video. I need one and I'm undecided. Which suggest to use with smartphone and GoPro between DJI Osmo Mobile 2, DJI Osmo Mobile 3 and smooth 4 gimbal? Thank you.
Hahahahaha! Honestly this just made my day! 🤣 Probably I’d choose the Smooth 4. This is a tough question because it depends on the specific needs of the user and the DJI software is simple but polished. The ZY Play app is very robust but there’s room for performance improvement. Hope this helps! Hehe 🤘🏼
I hear ya brother and thanks for that ... I ended up with the DJI. I live in Bangkok and the DJI store was out on my last HK trip. Had a buddy pick one up on his way to visit. The day he bought the Smooth 4 & Osmo showed up here. May have gone Smooth on a redo noting your reviews and my research. Good technique on your videos and thanks for the Union Square shots - being a NY native and NYU guy, made me miss home. I’ve subscribed and look forward to more quality vlogging
Glad you liked the video and congratulations on your gimbal! I went crazy with the videos and have a ton more footage coming this week! I appreciate your time and thanks for checking out my channel! 🤘🏼
great video; always the best! with this gimbal, jitters disappear from iPhone X? Im suffering with my Osmo, some of them, and I'm thinking in buy another smooth 4 only for jitters... thank u for all!
I Recommend using the camera app since it ads digital image stabilization and helps a bit with the jitters. My comparison comes out tomorrow and I compare them using both apps. 🤘🏼
just got this gimbal 5 hours ago, one downside is on the software side, the app wont let me record 4K on my Galaxy S8, neither 1080p60 only 720/1080p30
EMT, Brother, I know it has been a whole year, but would you still pick this gimbal (08/2019) ? An Amazing detailed info and great examples/shots. New sub just now. Thanks so much for the great work!
Glad you enjoyed the video! I think it’s a great option if you’re looking to stay under the $130 price point. My favorite thing about it is the Filmic Pro integration. DJI Osmo Mobile 2 also has that integration but the wheel that the Smooth 4 has makes it very useful and easy to zoom/focus. Hope this helps! 🤘🏼
EMT , Thanks so much brother for the very quick response and your subjections which are exactly what I wanted to hear from you:) I’ve been using filmic pro for awhile now, eventually I’ll love to become very on it. Thanks so much for amazing help so we can decide which to purchase.
What's your favorite thing about the Smooth 4?
EMT the click in standby is super handy to keep your phone secure as you move between scene and then ready to film within seconds again.
How did you find the facial tracking I thought it needed abit of bug fixing on the front facing camera . This was on an iPhone 6 however
Love my smooth 4, it is my first gimbal, but I love the ease of use I can teach my students to use it very simply. The best part for me is the battery life! It is ridiculous, I do need the usb c to lightning port because my phone can’t last near as long! I’ve noticed the motion time lapse is a bit glitchy tho, have you had this?
I use Samsung galaxy s8+
1. App don't have1080P60FPS
2.Max Res is 1080P30FPS
3.180 Panorama Not working
4.3x3 pano not working
5.timelapse motion not working
6.object tracking not working
7.zoom not smooth
8.timelapse motion not working
Hardware is astonishing but software is .............
I love the controls, that I don’t have to touch the screen. Lock and standby is awesome too.
Yes! I really liked this too! The active tracking needs a lot of work. Definitely did not perform like the Osmo Mobile 2 or the SMOVE Mobile. Currently working on editing that comparison! Thanks for sharing! 🤘🏼
I had my doubts on this model since I have ordered it over Amazon. Looking at this video has made more excited and I am looking forward for this model to arrive. Thanks for your confidence on this model. Loved your presentation as well. Cheers from India 🇮🇳....
I’ve just gotten mine. So haven’t really “played” with it yet... but the results so far are awesome.. Thank you for the detailed and easy to follow video... More creators need to do this.... Not everyone is an expert
I just got it. I asked you to do an Osmo comparison, but I couldn't wait. I'm so excited to use it! Keep the Smooth 4 vids coming :) Thank you
Hahahahaha congratulations! I’m currently editing the comparison. It’s been a bit crazy with the traveling and the work but I’m committed in releasing the comparison before this weekend! Let me know how you like it! It’s pretty solid! Oh btw there’s a new firmware update on their website! It improves stabilization apparently.
Will do! Thank you :)
Thank you for this. I've just got the same gimbal and your examples have made it easier to understand.
Excellent video. Thinking of getting one in a few minutes. I miss Jersey City and NYC after watching this video. I'm now residing in the Philippines for the past year after growing up as a Jersey boy. I'm one of your subscribers.
Great video. I wasn't understanding the lock function until I saw your video. Also, helped me see the purpose of some of the other buttons. Good explainer.
Man love the tutorial . Had my smooth 4 for a minute now as was thinking about the art museum as my first shoot.Thank you so much for a very informative lesson.
I own an osmo3, but I recently bought one of these. So I look forward to learning all the features.
There seems to be many features and it looks like a professional piece of equipment for the Film maker who's using Cell phones to make Vlogs. Movies. And content for RUclips etc...
smooth4 have selfie mode?if so, how to do it?
You can use the front facing camera but it does not rotate 180 like the Smooth Q did. Hope this is what you mean. Thanks for stopping by!
thanks!
One of the best descriptions of the Smooth 4 I've seen, good job.
Great review! Now all i am waiting for is the tutorial series for those smooth transitions 😉
Yes! I haven’t forgotten! I’m back in the west coast so definitely working on it asap! Thanks for your patience! 🤘🏼
Awesome video! I love the idea of being able to control the focus with the wheel and the vertigo shot. I recently got the om2 now I’m getting tempted in getting the smooth 4 not to mention that I really think that it’s priced at an awesome value for only $139
Thanks! Glad you liked the video! You can actually do vertigo shots with Osmo! Can’t wait to finish editing the comparison to show you! But I like how the DJI Go app handles it!
EMT tutorial on om2 for the vertigo shot? ;)
Oh yeah! It’s coming! I wish I had an editor to help me while I’m at work hahahahahaha definitely doing a Vertigo battle! 🔥😆🥊
EMT I can’t wait to get my computer fixed for my post editing lately I’ve been playing with dji om2 and use the editor on the dji go app, it gives me options to change contrast, brightness and a few other options. I’m looking to get adobe premier soon as I get the computer running, what software you use?
Currently using Final Cut Pro X! Loving the easy drag and drop workflow! Can’t wait to see what you create! 🤘🏼
I am or let me correct that, was, a sad owner of the Zhiyun Smooth 4.
It sets in the local land fill now for it's constant software/firmware
errors. I bought a Moxi two weeks ago and have experienced a gimbal now
that WORKS. Wish people like you EMT gave something more true. I am
far from the only person with problems.
Sorry you had challenges with your Smooth! I genuinely shared some of the common issues with tracking and software performance overall. Thanks for sharing your feedback!
Great review style.... Just loving it. And best shots taken ❤️❤️❤️
I just got my white Smooth 4. Zowie! What a device! I love the ease of a stabilized shot. So simple. So smooth.
I’ve had it four days and have done a deep dive into features. I can’t seem to get it to turn on the light to light a shot. They say it’s the center button of the wheel. What’s the secret?
Thanks for sharing my enthusiasm for this amazing technology. I’m using it mounted on my white BlitzWolf 35” selfie stick BW-BS4. White on white... How cool is that?!
It depends on the needs of the user. I feel that the Smooth 4 is extremely robust and the Filmic Pro integration makes this a powerhouse. However, for traveling and for social media vlogs I like the Moza Mini S. Both are fantastic at the end of the day! Hope this helps a bit! 🤘🏼
EMT By the way, I figured out how to get the light to work - I just had to hold the button down longer.
does it have inception shot?
Im planning to buy smooth 4, but a little worry about it's compatibility with my Samsung A10?
I have a note 9 and ordered the smooth 4. Its flawless. Good thing I gambled with rather than picking up a DJI osmo mobile 2. Its light weight and all functions are working. 4k 60 fps is supported. The only thing not quiete synching is the filmicpro app. I have sent inquiry to filmicpro and is waiting for updates. Really easy to use. Super light weight and handy. And yes motor is sturdy and no unwanted vibrations so far. Worth the price. Bought it only for 100 $ equivalent online brand new.
So after watching various reviews of gimbals going down the rabbit hole getting introduce to more and more options lol.
I ended up ordering Smooth 4 on Friday morning and received it Saturday afternoon ( Free delivery in under 2 days ).
Looking forward to learning how to use this and create some RUclips and Instagram content of my own
Congratulations!!! Hope you enjoy the Smooth 4! Tag me if you upload any videos! Id Love to see what you create! 🤘🏼
QUESTION. I used it with my Samsung Galaxy S8+. But that's now my back-up camera, and I'm using it with my Galaxy S10+. The Smooth 4 quickly gets hot. Can't even tough a gimbal. Is the camera too heavy? Do I need counter-weights? I'm having to go back to my back-up camera (S8+) too often. Your thoughts? Many thanks.
I also have a S10+ but haven’t had an issue with the Smooth 4. Make sure to re balance when you switch to the S10+. Both the back arm and the grip. Phone should balance facing down while turned off. Hope this helps!
@@EMTFILMS Will look at this again for balancing and thank you very much for responding.
From philly ?? I am going to buy this asap i am getting into this whole vlogging/camera thing i am digging it nice vid!!!
Thank you so much! I used to like near Philadelphia! Good times! 🤘🏼
Great content. All your advice helps me alpt I'm learning all the time.
As a fellow vlogger I just Film content and post but theres so, so, so much to learn...
I learn from ur channel many doffenrt cool ideas... thanks.
So I recently got my smooth4 for a bargain.
Its so clean and easy to use and makes video fun.
Hi there, Liked the video! We have the Smooth4 for almost a year now in combination with the Note8. As you may or may not know the Zhiyhun app doesn't work fully with Android. However I find the gimbal it self has a very good quality / price ratio. As long as the app isn't fully functional for Android I'll use the camera software from the Note8 it self.
Favorite feature: Beeing able to keep your phone charged whilst filming with the gimbal. Keep up the nice video's and maybe next time 'We'll see you in Mainstreet!'
Glad you’re liking the gimbal! I’m looking to revisit it it the coming weeks since there have been some updates! Thanks for sharing your time with me! 🤘🏼
Dude, your info video on this product is off the rocker! Totally enjoyed watching man.. continue to produce more, it's obvious your a pro at this. Also just subscribed 👊🏼💥
Oh man! Glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for sharing your time with me! Definitely will continue to make more videos! 🤘🏼
Good review. I do not understand the language. But you told everything is clear. I put a plus! Hi from Belarus.
Im going to USA for a lil vacation i was thinking of getting a vlogging camera like go pro or any other small device. When i saw this vid I changed my mind and today im going to get one or im gunna order one. I will save some money and its a good start for me.
Thanks 🙏
Hope you have a fantastic trip! Glad the video helped! 🤘🏼
DJI Osmo Mobile 2 has the better App Integration (Android) if you plan on doing Timelapse/Hyperlapse and other Stuff right from the App. For better Sound an external Mic. Is recommended.
Hey EMT, I just ordered my Smooth 4 thanks to your review! lets see how it looks like! it will be my first gimbal and Im soo excited to try it on my iPhone X!!! I will tell you my impressions after I try it.
Congratulations on you Smooth 4!!! Keep me updated! 🔥🤘🏼
It will arrive tomorrow hehehe Im soo excited to try it! I will keep you updated for sure!
Hey EMT! I just have done few test with mi iPhone X and the Smooth 4, but now I saw and issue and I dont know what to do... when I export my videos from the app to the Apple Photos app it loose the quality. how do I have to export my videos to my pc to get them in 4k? :( :(
I notice this cuz I was importing some videos from iCloud to my pc, and adding them to Premier Pro and it says that the videos are 720 30fps ... Im getting crazy about it.
Any suggestions for smallest gimbal in the market. But still, which have good quality of course?
So far the smallest I’ve interacted with is the Freevision Vilta M. It’s a bit smaller then the DJI Osmo Mobile 2. Feiyutech just release an even smaller one called the Vlog pocket. Hope this helps! Thanks for sharing your time with me! 🤘🏼
@@EMTFILMS thank you for your recommendation, yesterday i ended up buying moza mini s :D
I just bought yesterday. Now struggling to learn how to use it. Tq for the tips given.
👍🏼 probably one of the best vids on this product, just received mine but totally new to this, could you do a vid about all the different shooting modes & how to do correctly, big ask I know but a new sub in waiting, either way great vid & thanks for your time
Glad you liked the video! Congratulations on you Smooth 4! I’ve discovered a ton in the past couple of days and will definitely share more on modes and best practices! Thanks for sharing your time with me! 🤘🏼
EMT
big thanks for reply, seen loads of vids also but not many go into how to use correctly, I only got quick start guide so kinda lost, your vid stood out for me amongst them just clear & concise, new sub here after I finish replying, looking forward to your help 👍🏼
Can We Do a 360degrees Transition?
And is it true That It has object tracking problem?Which is useful for hyperlapse.
Excellent review. I think you could do a whole video per feature. It can take time to master something like the vertigo mode and all its possible use cases
Can I have it sit on a tripod and track a face; in any axis of movement ?
I have heard that the app drains the batt very quickly as well as the charging port on iphones is blocked by the gimbal
It is. The app has definitely gotten better but still not as stable as others.
Try the Filmic Pro instead.
Buuut.. it does drain my Huawei P20 battery as well :P
@@swekiwi4517 Can't plug in phone or gimbal with battery cable ?
How do you enable selfie mode in it?? Using back camera
hi there, I have been struggling with my the Zhiyum Smooth 4
imble, I need to be able to use any app to go to live streaming with youtube livestream, what can I use to do that while using the gimble
CNT Live I think RUclips have live stream built-in the app
Hey thanks for the details, i have question about timelapse. How do we stop timelapse in between? I selected 10 mins timelapse and i wanted to stop in between but none of the option stopped it.
I remember having this same concern! Will revisit the Smooth 4 to see if they updated the app. I remember one time exiting the app. Very inconvenient though. Thanks for stopping by! 🤘🏼
EMT thanks for looking at it. I got answer from Zhiyun support, we need to use camera button to stop time lapse
Why when looking at phone screen, and then when u press record, the screen zooms in by like 20 x ?
That sounds like vertigo mode. Not sure. This hasn’t happened to me. Let me know if that was the issue.
EMT no it sound like the ziuin app on Android phone, recording in 4k cannot be done on Android while in app.
The video records slowly, the zoom wheel zooms in or out very slowly, the aperature wheel messes up. I guess I will just stick to using Smooth 4 with out ziuiyn app.
I am using Google Pixel. Android btw.
What a waste of money the smooth 4 is.
EMT u mean when u in zuoyn app and u focus on an object and when u press record it does not zoom meeting in by like 20x?
On Android it is definitely missing some of the features that then ios version has. Using the native camera app will definitely be a bit more convenient.
hi there! is possible to put on the phone the moondog anamorphic lens ?? does the gimbal will need a counterweight in this case? if so, which counterweight? and does the gimbal supports the iphone 8 plus?? thank you
The gimbal definitely supports iPhone 8 Plus. For the counterweight I recommend the Moment Universal counterweight. Fits any gimbal and it is reasonably priced. Hope this helps!
www.shopmoment.com/shop?tap_a=30146-d3ce98&tap_s=237346-e09779&Moment+Referral+Program&
With a counterweight you should be golden! I’m testing this later in July when my Moment Anamorphic lens and Wide angle ships!
Thank u! Were very helpful! 👏🏻
EMT about this, does the gimbal uses its own app to do the efects u told about? In this case probably we cant use the anamorphic lens with gimbals features like The wheel , can we??
I just got the Smooth 4 and am trying to learn how to use it properly. Your video was very informative and hope that soon I will be able to work on some projects that I have in mind. Thank you
Congratulations on your Smooth 4! Glad you enjoyed the video and I hope you have a great time filming! 🤘🏼
Thanks for the tip 🙏🏼. Im so excited to have zhiyun 4 very soon
Congratulations! I’m revisiting it again soon!
How do you attached a mic with this gimbal, I have an iPhone X.
Can you upload a video 'what's like to use the smooth 4 with an Android device'? Because I am confused. I'm thinking of buying it, but it seem like the Android app is buggy and limited to 1080p,no time lapse. PLEASE that would be awesome to know the truth.
I’d love to but I don’t own an Android phone. 😔 considering getting one soon for this same reason. I hear it’s limited to the basics with no major features like on iOS. I’ll definitely update if I get an Android device soon. Thanks for sharing your time with me!
EMT Actually, I checked the Amazon purchase link of the Smooth 4 and in the description it says that is compatible with some devices.Thanks again, waiting for a new video!
Oh it is compatible but some features like 1080p 60fps or Hyperlapse might not be in some versions.
Zhiyun app sucks for android. Very limited features. It's a travesty.
I have a Huawei P20 Pro and the Smooth 4. I can't use the vertigo, panoramic 3x3, récord on 4k, and the following faces feature.. And the app for Android? No words to describe it. The worst. But this is a Great gimbal for ios, sadly for me is just an expensive selfie stick.. I hope ZY read the millions of Android users upset and awaiting for a full compatibility.
i do not know why my pictures and video are upside down.. can help?
Very great and informative videos thanks ur vids are awesome
Im glad you like them! Thanks for sharing your time with me! I appreciate it! 🤘🏼
I bought one today - how are you suppose to pan left and right or up and down when mounted on a tripod? There seems to be no joystick control, really disappointing.
Ever have problems with motion time lapse with way points? I use iPhone XS Max seems to over shoot the points. Frustrating
Yep. Still happens. Their app is definitely the area that needs some improvement.
Can I use a uag monarch case for s10 plus on the gimbal
can all the buttons be controlled vs a remote app on another phone ?
May I know is there anyway that we can manually make a 360 degree turn while taking video?
With the smooth 4 you’ll have to rotate the gimbal once you reach the limit. The smooth w has unlimited 360* panning and other ones like the moza mini mi. Hope this helps! Thanks for sharing your time with me! 🤘🏼
Can you spin it to make a forward video spining?
how can i shoot selfie mode since this donr have the joy stick no more??? you preffer to use front camera or back??? since the back camera is better..
Under good lighting conditions the front camera does wonders! All my vlog parts are using the front facing camera. But the Smooth Q has a cool and useful 180 spin that helps with this! Hope this helps! Thanks for sharing your time with me! 🤘🏼
EMT thanx for advice and the reply bro...👍👍
I've only just started searching but am looking to buy one of these. I recently purchased a Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra and is generally ok for photos (nothing special) but is cumbersome for videos. I love the way the Zhiyun has so many function and setting adjustments whereby you don't need to tap and menu search the phone. That will suit me fine as most of my activity is photos anyway.
Can we take inception shoot with this gimbal
Enjoyed that still want to see the follow mode working when it locks on s subject
I’d love for the to update and fine tune that feature! I feel it’s a great gimbal but some small things here and there can definitely be updated! Thanks for sharing your time with me! 🤘🏼
I’m going to try and get the Vertigo Mode down this weekend. Also, I love the motion time lapse.
James Ebenger have you had any issues with the motion time lapse?
Love the vertigo mode! Most time I actually do it manually! Like using the wheel! 🤗 Thanks for sharing! Keep me posted if you upload any videos! 🤘🏼
Jerran Duty Yes. I’ll set 3 spots for the time lapse. Point 1 to 2 is really fast and point 2 to 3 is a normal pace. Then, a few times I would only set 2 points and it would stay in one spot and video would be jittery. Like it wants to go but, it doesn’t.
James Ebenger that’s exactly what’s happening to me.. maybe an app glitch??
I had a similar thing but redone loaded the app and it worked. There’s also a new firmware on their website!
Can you make a comparison video of smooth q2 vs smooth 4?
I liked your Video so much I watched it twice. Crazy maybe but I learned a lot in my new Journey and Chapter
I’m glad it helped! Thank you so much for sharing your time with me! 🤘🏼
Thanx för great review. Do you know if any of the buttons are programable. Let's say to quickly change from filming to slow motion filming?
So far I haven’t found a button mapping or a menu shortcut besides scrolling with the wheel. It would be a nice feature to have mappable buttons!
GReat video. You taught me some really cool stuff. I’ve been using it mainly with Filmic Pro and there is good integration, but you seem to be using within the app. Please tell me what app are you using and can you do a similar video tutorial on using it within the app? Thanks and keep making these, they are great.
For this video I was using both the ZY Play app and the native camera app. Filmic Pro is definitely what I would default to now a days for a more control. 🤘🏼
Hey EMT! Can you Please make a video on That transition technique at 4min 48? Is looks awesome! Cheers from The Netherlands
Absolutely! I can make it a quick #askemt video! I’ll do my best yo film it after the NYC videos! 🔥 Thanks for the suggestion! 🤘🏼
EMT ! Is it possible let´s say i have the smooth on tripod and wanna record my hands when i explaining something....??? It has to look down 2-3 feet from me something like that..... I wanna record my diggings cuz am metal detectorist..
It’s possible but the lack of a joystick might make it a bit harder. You could manually adjust the phone by hand but it might not be ideal. I’d recommend a gimbal with a joystick for that. Hope this helps! Thanks for sharing your time with me! 🤘🏼
@@EMTFILMS My problem is i ordered the smooth 4 before knowing :(( but if i can adjust manually by hand that´s fine........Do you have any names GIMBAL + JOYSTICK?? Thanks man :) Digger from Denmark!!!
I personally like to use the Osmo Mobile, Moza Mini Mi and Smove Mobile. Im looking to play this weekend with the Freevision Vilta-SE. Hope you enjoy it! 🤘🏼
Thanks! I’m torn between the Osmo and the 4, but here in Canada the Smooth 4 is $40-50 cheaper so I’m leaning in that direction.
It’s a fantastic option when paired with Filmic Pro. Also Osmo 3 was leaked recently so I’d wait to see what that looks like.
Really confused between the Osmo 2, smooth 4 and the mini mi..please help
Do you usually turn off OIS in the setting
can the trigger button and pan follow / lock switch be useful without using the zy apps? bcos i own an android phone and many other videos commented tat the zy apps is not android friendly :(
Hi EMT, I LIKE YOUR VIDEO I HAVE A QUESTION DOES IT HAVE AN OPTION OF 360 ROTATE WITH AUTOFOCUS OF US LIKE SMOOTH Q HAVE PLz reply me
Hello! Sadly it doesn’t! That was a killer feature in Smooth Q! It does have auto focus but it wont do the full 360. Thanks for sharing your time with me! 🤘🏼
EMT thanks for your reply
Anytime! Have a great day! 🤘🏼
Real nice review EMT!
Thank you! Glad you like it! 🤘🏼🙂
Which do you prefer smooth 4 + Filmic Pro or Smooth 4 + ZY app?
Filmic Pro hands down unless you need to motion timelapse. 🤘🏼
Hi, great video! I recently purchased the smooth 4 but was dissapointed when I use the ultra wide angle camera on my samsung note 10 plus.. I can see the arm of the gimbal on the bottom right 🥴
Care to share any tips on that? 😋🙏🏼
I've switched over to the DJI Osmo 3 - and it's waaay smoother when panning low and just general movements are much, much better than on my - before - favourite Smooth 4 :D
is it normal for a gimbal in some positions to tremble or maybe I have a faulty copy
If it shakes it might not be fully balanced beforehand. But if it is it might be malfunctioning. Hope it gets corrected!
How can i know if my gimbal is original product or fake?
Does is compatible with iPhone 6 ?
Is it compatible ti iphone 11 pro max? Tnx
Just purchased one from your video, thanks.
Congratulations! Hope you enjoy it! FIY Filmic Pro has integration for it now with more controls! Thanks for sharing your time with me! 🤘🏼
Definitely gettin' this gimbal. Dope review 💯🙌
Glad you liked it! Thanks for sharing your time with me! 🤘🏼
YOU Have to use dedicated softare right; vs the q2 ?
Can we control with Bluetooth?
Sir... Im using Samsung 31s.... when im using the app the video is not smooth even in 720p 30 fps and its has no 60 fps option How to get smooth videos by using app... plz help me...
Hi !Great video !can you please tell me if the SMOOTH 4 will work with Galaxy Note 9 ? and what gimbal its better all around between SMOOTH 4 and MOZA MINI MI ?if you will need to choose one between them what will be the one you pick ?THANK YOU
Hi ... I heard this gimbal does not work smoothly with Android... is it true ?
Sadly it’s software is the main issue. You can use Filmic Pro as an alternative!
@@EMTFILMS thanks for reply ... or should I buy osmo mobile 2 for my Samsung s9 plus... tour suggestion please
Thanks for the video. Does this gimbal got Inception mode?
Hi, thx so much for all your videos. I recently switched to the Zhiyun Smooth 4 from the Osmo 2 after it broke... Anyway, I like the Zhiyun but miss the ease of motion timelapse using the Osmo. It feels weird to physically move the phone around in the gimbal arm to the positions I want and sometimes it just seems to freeze up when I do this, it goes limp. I love motion timelapses and its really dissapointing that Im having a hard time figuring out a fail safe method of setting it up to go to the right waypoints..... I would love to see a tutorial on this. I have looked everywhere and can't find one........I would love to know the best techniques and settings for cool motion moves that are possible. I find it really hard to set up a scene with waypoints and those additional cool spin, curve moves ( sorry I forget the correct term ). I would really appreciate any advice on the best settings to set. I love the potential of the Smooth 4 and hope that I can make it happen.....its just that it was so easy on the DJI Osmo 2 to get a basic motion time-lapse........of course again the potential is greater on the Smooth 4 with all the setting options..... Thx have a great weekend.
I want a phone stabilizer with an extension function. Do you have any other suggestions?
I’m using the Smove Mobile. It extends and it has some pretty cool software features. Hope this helps!
www.smove.video?rfsn=1123289.348cfa
Can you do barrel rolls with smooth 4?
Have you found a way to adjust zoom sensitivity?
hello how do you smooth 4 shoot 4k? when I use samsnung S8, I only start 1080/30
Sadly the ZY Play app doesn’t support it. You could leverage the native camera app for as an alternative. Thanks for sharing your time with me! 🤘🏼
I still have to mock the session 5 holder :/
How does your object tracking on Zhiyun function? Mine doesn’t work and goes crazy with iPhone Xs Max
It doesn’t sadly. It’s never been at the level of the other gimbals. Hopefully this is something that future iterations will improve.
Great video man! I'm looking into grabbing a gimbal for some mobile filmmaking and at the moment really leaning towards Smooth 4. Would be nice for them to jump on board with Filmic Pro sooner rather than later though..
Glad you liked the video! 🤘🏼
Currently The Osmo Mobile 2 and 1 are the ones that are compatible with Filmic Pro and I agree! It would be great if there was a standard for all gimbals to be compatible! Thanks for sharing your thoughts with me! 🤘🏼
Do you know if the software will work with all the features using a galaxy s9plus?
Their app on Android is ok but Filmic Pro would be my recommendation with the Smooth 4. It’s great on iOS and Android! Hope this helps! 🤘🏼
@@EMTFILMS Thank you for the tip. Do you know if gimbal is compatible w Samsung s9 plus. Some people say all the features on the gimbal works great w Samsumg, some claim it does not. No 4k video recording or bluetooth
Digging this set up bit is there a light specially for this? Any info appreciated
Hi EMT, Thanks for video. I need one and I'm undecided. Which suggest to use with smartphone and GoPro between DJI Osmo Mobile 2, DJI Osmo Mobile 3 and smooth 4 gimbal? Thank you.
I have my ZHIYUN SMOOTH 4 and it is not connecting on ZY APP / Bluetooth
Hi EMT can you do a video on Smove Mobile using a GoPro Hero 4 no adapter. just received my Smove Mobile I don't know how to use it yet. Thanks Marc
Totally! I filmed it in Philadelphia already and will release it this week after the comparison video! 🤘🏼
Desert Island. Osmo 2 or Smooth 4? Which will you film your coconuts with?
Hahahahaha! Honestly this just made my day! 🤣
Probably I’d choose the Smooth 4. This is a tough question because it depends on the specific needs of the user and the DJI software is simple but polished. The ZY Play app is very robust but there’s room for performance improvement. Hope this helps! Hehe 🤘🏼
I hear ya brother and thanks for that ... I ended up with the DJI. I live in Bangkok and the DJI store was out on my last HK trip. Had a buddy pick one up on his way to visit. The day he bought the Smooth 4 & Osmo showed up here. May have gone Smooth on a redo noting your reviews and my research. Good technique on your videos and thanks for the Union Square shots - being a NY native and NYU guy, made me miss home. I’ve subscribed and look forward to more quality vlogging
Glad you liked the video and congratulations on your gimbal! I went crazy with the videos and have a ton more footage coming this week! I appreciate your time and thanks for checking out my channel! 🤘🏼
Hey, i just watched the tutorial, thanks! :)
great video; always the best! with this gimbal, jitters disappear from iPhone X? Im suffering with my Osmo, some of them, and I'm thinking in buy another smooth 4 only for jitters... thank u for all!
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I Recommend using the camera app since it ads digital image stabilization and helps a bit with the jitters. My comparison comes out tomorrow and I compare them using both apps. 🤘🏼
EMT thanks! It would be nice a vídeo in which talk about tips like these to newcomers like me!
EMT one detail... what app use this gimbal ni IPhone? I think in APPStore from Spain there isn’t ang app for it.
There should be. The app is called DJI Go. Once your Osmo is paired it will work with the camera app. 🙂
just got this gimbal 5 hours ago, one downside is on the software side, the app wont let me record 4K on my Galaxy S8, neither 1080p60 only 720/1080p30
EMT,
Brother, I know it has been a whole year, but would you still pick this gimbal (08/2019) ?
An Amazing detailed info and great examples/shots.
New sub just now.
Thanks so much for the great work!
Glad you enjoyed the video! I think it’s a great option if you’re looking to stay under the $130 price point. My favorite thing about it is the Filmic Pro integration. DJI Osmo Mobile 2 also has that integration but the wheel that the Smooth 4 has makes it very useful and easy to zoom/focus. Hope this helps! 🤘🏼
EMT ,
Thanks so much brother for the very quick response and your subjections which are exactly what I wanted to hear from you:) I’ve been using filmic pro for awhile now, eventually I’ll love to become very on it.
Thanks so much for amazing help so we can decide which to purchase.