Love the intro and all the footages you showcased. I’ve watched so many reviews of this gimbal but yours really stood out. You showed how you set it up, how it’s stored away during run and gun, and showed how it works in real life. Thanks for putting this together!
Thanks dude! You’re going to really like this gimbal! I can’t say enough good things about it. Be sure to do the newest firmware update. It adds some new features with the vortex mode and tracking (if you got the transmission module)
Kyle thanks so much for this very detailed review, it was awesome. I loved every bit of it and you being out there filming the dirt bikes, wow, you sure filmed some very creative films in this compilation.
Really good video!! Thinking of buying that Weebil S...also rockin’ with A6400 and Sigma 16mm f1.4 (i also have Sony 18-135mm and Sigma 56mm..). Subbed!!
It’s a really good investment especially for the a6400. I was using the crane v2 and it worked really well, it was just really big and got a bit tiring to carry around all day. The weebil s is really light and packs away small.
@@KyleWattsTV Cool👌🏻 Does all the functions with work with Sony? I read somewhere that there is compatipility issues with Sony cameras...that all the functions won’t work with some cameras..
fantastic video showing what the gimbal can do. Your review is so important because you have been using it for a long period of time. Also you are shooting with a Sony apsc camera, like the one I have-Sony A6600. Thanks so much! I'm curious if you have heard about any new Weebill S models coming out? I'm waiting to buy it since I can't use it yet for my travels (since there is no traveling). Thanks again!
Thanks! Glad you liked the video. I haven’t heard anything about a new weebill -s 2 or any like that but usually these companies and very tight lipped about releases in the works. Even if they made a new one this one still rocks and will be useable for quite awhile. The current weebill s though is a perfect travel gimbal being that it takes up almost no space in a bag and is quick to set up. I did notice that a few companies like zhiyun and B&H have a Black Friday sale taking $60 off the price right now.
Let me know how well it works for you. And what kens you are able to use with it. The weebill s is small but should have no problem flying that camera!
I tend to change my deadpan (which is the amount you turn before the gimbal moves) and sometimes speed based on what I’m shooting. If I’m on a electric skateboard or something like that I want it to be less responsive cause I won’t be as focused on the camera and gimbal when paying attention to the skateboard. Otherwise I tend to use the default settings and auto tune
@@KyleWattsTV yeah, it seems like the better way to go, and it also looks like it could handle a heavier camera if I decide to upgrade at some point, or with bigger lenses. I think I'm going to go with this one
Hi Kyle, great video, but I have to ask - at 4:40 you run after the kid riding an enduro bike and shoot him with your camera (probably on a tripod). was you successful? did you really catch his ride on camera. I am afraid if I try this I would shoot everything else except the rider...
The shot right before 4:40 was the footage from that. I used a 16mm and aimed the gimbal down. The shot was wide enough to get the kid in frame. I did film like 3 takes of this though and this was the best one
Impressive footage! On which firmware version were you using the gimbal? Do you fine tune your settings or just use auto tune? Does the lens used has optical stabilisation on?
Thanks! I always keep the firmware updated on it so what ever the new one is I guess. When putting different cameras or lenses on the gimbal I use autotune, but I will change the deadband settings based on what I’m shooting. If I need more response or quicker movements I’ll change the deadband to be less movement to turn the camera, for slower or on shots that I need to be more smooth and have less of a chance of accidental movement I change the deadband to have more turn movement before it turns the camera. Also most of the Moto x stuff was shot on the sigma 16 and some was on the Sony 18-105 which was being stabilized in the lens.
Hey Kyle, nice video! I'm running the same setup and have a few questions if you could spare the time to answer :) Do you control the camera remotely from the gimbal with the cable? (for start/stop and zoom in/out) I noticed that both the face/eye AF and the SteadyShot are disabled when I use this function (USB PC remote). Is this supposed to happen and is there a workaround? Of course, we can just not use the remote control on the gimbal but that means the power zoom lens goes to waste :(
I have used the cable that comes with but I guess I haven’t noticed that it disables all of that. I’m going to have to go back and take a look at my set up. I kind of tend to not use it as a remote with the cable. Maybe I have another setting in my menu changed that makes it work
@@The4x4Lab I have used the gimbal to control my camera and the power zoom, but most of the time I dont have the cable connected. I’ve noticed that with the a6400 connected to gimbals some times things just don’t work. Maybe it’s a power up thing where one has to be on first for it to work.
Maybe you can help me! I'm looking at getting a Weebill-S and use it as a motorised camera head on a cable cam rig. Combined with the Transmount unit, I can both see the image and control the movement of the camera from the app. But I need to use this gimbal upside down, and there's just one video on all of RUclips where the Weebill-S is used upside down, albeit for entirely different purposes. I'm wondering how much movement will the gimbal offer if turned upside down? Thanks!
To be honest I think I’ve only tried to go upside down like once, otherwise I’ve only used underslung with the rear handle. I have seen a video where they did use it upside down but I’m not sure what the controls were like. I know the other zhiyun gimbals like the crane work well like that though
@@KyleWattsTV Thanks Kyle. Those are too heavy for the rig however. I guess I'll get my hands on the Weebill-S and just give it a go.. Thanks for your help!
The weebill s can hold payloads of about 6.6lbs. I haven’t used that camera with this gimbal but I have seen dslr with big lenses used on the weebill s.
Hey Kyle, l have a question. l saw some of the controlling stuff is around the hand grip itself. So is this accidentally going to pressing those buttons?
In the moto x vid I was using the K&F variable ND but I literally just picked up the new Polar Pro Peter McKinnon edition II VND. Haven’t had a chance to use it much yet though. Video on that coming soon.
Baby Freaking Yoda...Another thing in common LOL. I also own the Zhiyun Weebill S, I love it and its compact. Perfect little gimbal and not heavy at all. Packs right into my bag. Your fantastic with camera movement and adding little shacks and stuff to make it feel more immersive. Nice job dude! Battery life on that thing is a beast. Oh you were on a golf cart for that Dirt bike sequence, I was wondering. Cool. A beast for sure! There were some cool sun flares.
i’m guessing those are the “Zhiyun Official Weebill S Quick Setup Kit with 1/4" Screw” x2 prob gunna order that too. seems a gimble is pretty necessary for the 30mm sigma lense i like to use
I did have another question though as i just ordered this gimble + quick attaches as u recommended. did u need to buy the separate ‘TransMount Image Transmission Module’ to use it with your phone?
This one is an adjustable filter that starts at 2 stops and adjusts to 5 stops. The higher the stop the darker it gets. Polarpro sells a 2-5 filter and a 6-9 filter
We are just starting out new as the videographers! My friend do Wedding shoots and we are going to get a gimbal for canon 250D with 18-55mm Lens can You tell me if this is a better choice? There is one more Moza Air cross 2 and Then this Weeble S can you tell me fast which one should we Get! We are gonna Buy one tomorrow! Waiting for your reply
I can’t speak for the moza air cross because I have no experience with it. I do like the weebill s as well as the zhiyun crane models. Both of those will be a good choice. You can also find the ronin s gimbals at good prices now
@@KyleWattsTV eBay has one for $169 open box. thinking 🤔 about it. i have a Fuji XT3 w/ 35mm F2 hopefully it will be compatible. Kyle, question, can you video in portrait (vertical) mode ?
Small rig makes 3 adapter mounts for the a6400. They have a top right mount, and left side mount and a combo side and top mount. I have the combo one so I can put the mic on the side for gimbal use and on the top for everything else
Great video but you are making my decision more difficult. I have an A7C and was going to buy the RSC2 pro combo. Then I found out my camera doesnt work well with DJI Raveneye. This turned me to Weebill S, however built quality and better stabilization pushes me back to RSC2. Then again why care about better stabilization if the camera has IBIS. I am also not a pro putting it to heavy use so where daily use would make it last 2 years, for me it would be 10. Then having a fixed battery on RSC2 doesnt help. I also think having to bend the gimbal for briefcase looks very clunky on the RSC2. Then on the Weebill s I think the controls dont look great and position on the handle isnt great. Then again does that matter in underslung with an extra handle? Now I am tending to the Weebill again. I own a Crane M2 for my RX100 and have mixed feelings about it. When it works it is great but even balanced well it has these unpredictable jerks. I hope the Weebill S doesnt have that being a more expensive product. Heard no complaints about it. Decisions decisions.
I’ve had a chance to use both an the weebill s isn’t the perfect gimbal but I liked it better than the rsc2. Just was more comfortable and did what I wanted it to do. Plus the underslung position is far better on the weebill s which I use a lot. You can control som of the unexpected jerks by changing the deadpan in the settings.
@@KyleWattsTV thanks for your reply. A couple of days ago I made a decision and got the RSC2 regular edition together with the Smallrig 3028 handle. That way I still expect to able to have the Weebill's benefits with underslung and the good build quality. Figured I wouldn't use the Raveneye tracking features much anyway due to the number of cables.
The camera will but that lens might put too much weight away from the gimbal. That’s a big lens. It might work if you were to add some counter weights to compensate
@@user-hl9et5nk5b it’s still my go to for my set up. Just updated my firmware and I think the only thing that changed is auto rotation in vortex mode and tracking if you’re using the image transmission module
You can turn the motors sideways but I wouldn’t recommend doing that with the motors. If you have a bracket for your camera that will allow you to turn your camera vertical, the gimbal should still work with it (as long as the camera doesn’t hit the axis arms)
Depends on the lenses your using. The weebill s can hold a heavier set up but isnt as compact as the crane m3. If your lens is real heavy then go with the weebill s.
Its probably good for lightweight setups. I got horrible results with the bmpcc4k and the meike 16mm lens. Its awful. This gimbal is definitely only for lightweight setups. For me it is really shit
Love the intro and all the footages you showcased. I’ve watched so many reviews of this gimbal but yours really stood out. You showed how you set it up, how it’s stored away during run and gun, and showed how it works in real life. Thanks for putting this together!
Thanks 🙏 hope the video helped! This vid was a fun one to make
the first intro ive watched in months, loved it haha
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Finally someone that pronounces Zhiyun correctly!! Great video, really enjoyed your honest information about the gimbal.
the mandalorian show is my first taste of star wars and your intro made me smile uncontrollably lol
It was a really fun intro to shoot! Did you catch the outro with “the child”In this video?
Awesome review and intro Kyle, somebody get this man some more subscribers ffs! Just bought one for myself and your video pumped me up even more!
Thanks dude! You’re going to really like this gimbal! I can’t say enough good things about it. Be sure to do the newest firmware update. It adds some new features with the vortex mode and tracking (if you got the transmission module)
Awesome overview, I just got the Weebill S, super interesting seeing the variety of shots you were able to get. Well done, thank you sir!
I’ve owned a bunch of gimbals and by far this one is my favorite and gets used way more often. And it actually packs away nicely in small bags
Kyle thanks so much for this very detailed review, it was awesome. I loved every bit of it and you being out there filming the dirt bikes, wow, you sure filmed some very creative films in this compilation.
🙏 hope the video help you out
Really good video!! Thinking of buying that Weebil S...also rockin’ with A6400 and Sigma 16mm f1.4 (i also have Sony 18-135mm and Sigma 56mm..). Subbed!!
It’s a really good investment especially for the a6400. I was using the crane v2 and it worked really well, it was just really big and got a bit tiring to carry around all day. The weebil s is really light and packs away small.
@@KyleWattsTV Cool👌🏻 Does all the functions with work with Sony? I read somewhere that there is compatipility issues with Sony cameras...that all the functions won’t work with some cameras..
@@Tavyspromote mine works with my a6400.
Very nice review, appreciate your perspective and the various testing. Good stuff.
Thanks!
fantastic video showing what the gimbal can do. Your review is so important because you have been using it for a long period of time. Also you are shooting with a Sony apsc camera, like the one I have-Sony A6600. Thanks so much! I'm curious if you have heard about any new Weebill S models coming out? I'm waiting to buy it since I can't use it yet for my travels (since there is no traveling). Thanks again!
Thanks! Glad you liked the video. I haven’t heard anything about a new weebill -s 2 or any like that but usually these companies and very tight lipped about releases in the works. Even if they made a new one this one still rocks and will be useable for quite awhile. The current weebill s though is a perfect travel gimbal being that it takes up almost no space in a bag and is quick to set up. I did notice that a few companies like zhiyun and B&H have a Black Friday sale taking $60 off the price right now.
Enjoying your videos man! Watching you from Chile, keep it up !!!
Thanks dude!
I burst into laughter when I saw you running with gimbal I thought it was a drone shot 🤣👌🏼👌🏼🎬
That was going to be the opener of this video until I made the baby yoda intro.
@@KyleWattsTV oh ok👌🏼🤷🏽♂️ I'm planning to buy this gimbal because like you said not everything can manage the sigma 16mm.
@@kellmarktv the a6400 with the sigma 16 is a really good match for this gimbal.
Looks great I just ordered mine yesterday and can’t wait to use it with my Nikon D7 50
Let me know how well it works for you. And what kens you are able to use with it. The weebill s is small but should have no problem flying that camera!
“Gonna try and fake some drone shots”
Inserts actual drone shots 😂
Awesome footage bro💪🏿
Really helpful and interesting review! I’m thinking of getting one. Are there particular settings you would recommend?
I tend to change my deadpan (which is the amount you turn before the gimbal moves) and sometimes speed based on what I’m shooting. If I’m on a electric skateboard or something like that I want it to be less responsive cause I won’t be as focused on the camera and gimbal when paying attention to the skateboard. Otherwise I tend to use the default settings and auto tune
Thanks for this review!. How much does the battery last?
About 12-13 hours but I bought a second set of batteries so I can switch them if I need to
Brilliant review, just got a new one for Nikon Z6. Subscribed !! Cheers
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Yeah, this looks awesome. Really stable when you ran. Awesome. I'll probably pick this one up. Thanks
Not that the crane v2 is bad, just that I like this one better and it’s not too expensive.
@@KyleWattsTV yeah, it seems like the better way to go, and it also looks like it could handle a heavier camera if I decide to upgrade at some point, or with bigger lenses. I think I'm going to go with this one
Great video many thanks
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the intro was just amazing! Have you tried mounting the camera in portrait mode using an L bracket or a cage?
I personally haven’t tried it but I’m sure it would work. There won’t be any clearance for underslung position though
I personally haven’t tried it but I’m sure it would work. There won’t be any clearance for underslung position though
Hi Kyle, great video, but I have to ask - at 4:40 you run after the kid riding an enduro bike and shoot him with your camera (probably on a tripod). was you successful? did you really catch his ride on camera. I am afraid if I try this I would shoot everything else except the rider...
The shot right before 4:40 was the footage from that. I used a 16mm and aimed the gimbal down. The shot was wide enough to get the kid in frame. I did film like 3 takes of this though and this was the best one
Its not an Enduro bike btw
@@wide.openlife Nitpicker :P an enduro motorbike :)
Wow cool!!!
Nice! 18-105 lens. And weebill s. Any luck on hacking it to zoom with the wheel on the gimbal? Without the extra servo?
Impressive footage! On which firmware version were you using the gimbal? Do you fine tune your settings or just use auto tune? Does the lens used has optical stabilisation on?
Thanks! I always keep the firmware updated on it so what ever the new one is I guess. When putting different cameras or lenses on the gimbal I use autotune, but I will change the deadband settings based on what I’m shooting. If I need more response or quicker movements I’ll change the deadband to be less movement to turn the camera, for slower or on shots that I need to be more smooth and have less of a chance of accidental movement I change the deadband to have more turn movement before it turns the camera.
Also most of the Moto x stuff was shot on the sigma 16 and some was on the Sony 18-105 which was being stabilized in the lens.
Hey Kyle, nice video!
I'm running the same setup and have a few questions if you could spare the time to answer :)
Do you control the camera remotely from the gimbal with the cable? (for start/stop and zoom in/out)
I noticed that both the face/eye AF and the SteadyShot are disabled when I use this function (USB PC remote).
Is this supposed to happen and is there a workaround?
Of course, we can just not use the remote control on the gimbal but that means the power zoom lens goes to waste :(
I have used the cable that comes with but I guess I haven’t noticed that it disables all of that. I’m going to have to go back and take a look at my set up. I kind of tend to not use it as a remote with the cable. Maybe I have another setting in my menu changed that makes it work
@@KyleWattsTV Thanks for the reply. So you are not using the power zoom while shooting? And not zooming from the gimbal?
@@The4x4Lab I have used the gimbal to control my camera and the power zoom, but most of the time I dont have the cable connected. I’ve noticed that with the a6400 connected to gimbals some times things just don’t work. Maybe it’s a power up thing where one has to be on first for it to work.
Maybe you can help me! I'm looking at getting a Weebill-S and use it as a motorised camera head on a cable cam rig. Combined with the Transmount unit, I can both see the image and control the movement of the camera from the app. But I need to use this gimbal upside down, and there's just one video on all of RUclips where the Weebill-S is used upside down, albeit for entirely different purposes. I'm wondering how much movement will the gimbal offer if turned upside down? Thanks!
To be honest I think I’ve only tried to go upside down like once, otherwise I’ve only used underslung with the rear handle. I have seen a video where they did use it upside down but I’m not sure what the controls were like. I know the other zhiyun gimbals like the crane work well like that though
@@KyleWattsTV Thing is the Weebill-S is the perfect candidate because of it's weight. Unless the Transmount module would work for other gimbals, too?
@@Libsenth i believe the transmission module works on the new crane 2s and 3s aswell
@@KyleWattsTV Thanks Kyle. Those are too heavy for the rig however. I guess I'll get my hands on the Weebill-S and just give it a go.. Thanks for your help!
Super review buddy! Do you think this is the good choice for an heavy Dslr like the nikon d7100 and sigma 10 20?
The weebill s can hold payloads of about 6.6lbs. I haven’t used that camera with this gimbal but I have seen dslr with big lenses used on the weebill s.
Hey Kyle, l have a question. l saw some of the controlling stuff is around the hand grip itself. So is this accidentally going to pressing those buttons?
great video !!! What filter is that you are using?
In the moto x vid I was using the K&F variable ND but I literally just picked up the new Polar Pro Peter McKinnon edition II VND. Haven’t had a chance to use it much yet though. Video on that coming soon.
Thank you for the fast response 🙏 definitely Will check it out
Baby Freaking Yoda...Another thing in common LOL. I also own the Zhiyun Weebill S, I love it and its compact. Perfect little gimbal and not heavy at all. Packs right into my bag. Your fantastic with camera movement and adding little shacks and stuff to make it feel more immersive. Nice job dude! Battery life on that thing is a beast. Oh you were on a golf cart for that Dirt bike sequence, I was wondering. Cool. A beast for sure! There were some cool sun flares.
I wish I had a different ND filter on at the time. The one I was using casts lens flares green. The new McKinnon one goes more gold.
@@KyleWattsTV my K&F has a green cast. I want to get the Freewell dual pack
@@PaulFeinberg that’s a good one too.
@@KyleWattsTV really like that mist filter really want freewell to copy them and do a VND with mist....crossing my fingers
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Merci pour les conseils 🙏
Merci d'avoir regardé
whats the name of the quick connectors? sounded like u said gwin but could not find that.
also subbed!
ohh u were saying zhiyun! the brand of my gimble my bad lol. here i was trying to freeze the video just right so i could read the connector *facepalm
i’m guessing those are the “Zhiyun Official Weebill S Quick Setup Kit with 1/4" Screw” x2
prob gunna order that too. seems a gimble is pretty necessary for the 30mm sigma lense i like to use
@@squintygreeneyes improbably forgot to add the link for that. Here’s where I ordered mine from Amazon amzn.to/2PZMnon
I did have another question though as i just ordered this gimble + quick attaches as u recommended. did u need to buy the separate ‘TransMount Image Transmission Module’ to use it with your phone?
@@squintygreeneyesyes I believe that’s the only way to get it on your phone.
is 2, 3 or 4 stop ND filter which one is better to buy? I am in confused.
This one is an adjustable filter that starts at 2 stops and adjusts to 5 stops. The higher the stop the darker it gets. Polarpro sells a 2-5 filter and a 6-9 filter
Can you add the link of the extra connector piece you were using? Is that an aftermarket piece?
Yes. Here’s the link to zhiyun’s page
store.zhiyun-tech.com/collections/accessories/products/zhiyun-transmount-quick-setup-kit
We are just starting out new as the videographers! My friend do Wedding shoots and we are going to get a gimbal for canon 250D with 18-55mm Lens can You tell me if this is a better choice? There is one more Moza Air cross 2 and Then this Weeble S can you tell me fast which one should we Get! We are gonna Buy one tomorrow!
Waiting for your reply
I can’t speak for the moza air cross because I have no experience with it. I do like the weebill s as well as the zhiyun crane models. Both of those will be a good choice. You can also find the ronin s gimbals at good prices now
Can u connect the tripod as a handle without the quick release ?
Yes it’s just a 1/4 thread. The quick release just makes it quicker to change back an forth
@@KyleWattsTV eBay has one for $169 open box. thinking 🤔 about it. i have a Fuji XT3 w/ 35mm F2 hopefully it will be compatible. Kyle, question, can you video in portrait (vertical) mode ?
@@artsmodelstation9396 should be able to if you have a plate to attach it vertically. Might have clearance issues if you go into underslung mode
Hey, how is the external mic attached to the side of the camera? I was looking at getting this gimbal along with a shotgun mic
Small rig makes 3 adapter mounts for the a6400. They have a top right mount, and left side mount and a combo side and top mount. I have the combo one so I can put the mic on the side for gimbal use and on the top for everything else
@@KyleWattsTV Thank you!
You can actually get a rotating cold shoe mount from small rig that you can add to the side of the gimbal if that’s easier for you
Hi would you recommend the weebill s for my Sony a 7iii with a 24-105 lens?
100% !!! I’m using mine now with my a7siii and the heavy sigma 24-70 and it works great!
Great video but you are making my decision more difficult. I have an A7C and was going to buy the RSC2 pro combo. Then I found out my camera doesnt work well with DJI Raveneye. This turned me to Weebill S, however built quality and better stabilization pushes me back to RSC2. Then again why care about better stabilization if the camera has IBIS. I am also not a pro putting it to heavy use so where daily use would make it last 2 years, for me it would be 10. Then having a fixed battery on RSC2 doesnt help. I also think having to bend the gimbal for briefcase looks very clunky on the RSC2. Then on the Weebill s I think the controls dont look great and position on the handle isnt great. Then again does that matter in underslung with an extra handle? Now I am tending to the Weebill again. I own a Crane M2 for my RX100 and have mixed feelings about it. When it works it is great but even balanced well it has these unpredictable jerks. I hope the Weebill S doesnt have that being a more expensive product. Heard no complaints about it. Decisions decisions.
I’ve had a chance to use both an the weebill s isn’t the perfect gimbal but I liked it better than the rsc2. Just was more comfortable and did what I wanted it to do. Plus the underslung position is far better on the weebill s which I use a lot. You can control som of the unexpected jerks by changing the deadpan in the settings.
@@KyleWattsTV thanks for your reply. A couple of days ago I made a decision and got the RSC2 regular edition together with the Smallrig 3028 handle. That way I still expect to able to have the Weebill's benefits with underslung and the good build quality. Figured I wouldn't use the Raveneye tracking features much anyway due to the number of cables.
Good Videos ....
The shots on the long pole were pretty shaky.
nikon d750 + 80 - 200F2 = 2kilogram 200 grams , Zhiyun weeball S will it work ??????????
The camera will but that lens might put too much weight away from the gimbal. That’s a big lens. It might work if you were to add some counter weights to compensate
@@KyleWattsTV Вы довольны стабилизатором ? прошивка последняя 2021 года ? )) Are you happy with the stabilizer ? the latest firmware of 2021 ?
@@user-hl9et5nk5b it’s still my go to for my set up. Just updated my firmware and I think the only thing that changed is auto rotation in vortex mode and tracking if you’re using the image transmission module
@@KyleWattsTV спасибо ! ) Thanks ! )
can you do vertical mode for ig?
You can turn the motors sideways but I wouldn’t recommend doing that with the motors. If you have a bracket for your camera that will allow you to turn your camera vertical, the gimbal should still work with it (as long as the camera doesn’t hit the axis arms)
Are you in Minneapolis?
Suburbs of Minneapolis
@@KyleWattsTV Same here
this or crane m3 for zv-e10 ?
Depends on the lenses your using. The weebill s can hold a heavier set up but isnt as compact as the crane m3. If your lens is real heavy then go with the weebill s.
Its probably good for lightweight setups. I got horrible results with the bmpcc4k and the meike 16mm lens. Its awful. This gimbal is definitely only for lightweight setups. For me it is really shit