Your iPhone 13 Pro Max looks like it has a case on it. Does it? I have the iPhone 12 Pro Max (similar size) and will likely upgrade to the 13 Pro Max (or perhaps even the 14 Pro Max when it comes this Fall), and I refuse to take the cover off my phone. BUT, I do NOT use one of those big thick covers like an OtterBox. My cover is just the standard issue Apple brand iPhone covers. My question is, will the Zhiyun Smooth 5 hold my iPhone 12 Pro Max WITH ITS COVER ON?
It doesn’t have ‘a vertical video mode’ like most other gimbals. You have to mount and balance the phone vertically if you want to film in that orientation. Once mounted that way, it films perfectly fine vertically for TikTok or Instagram 👊🏽
This was a great video! Thanks for convincing me I’d been searching for the right gimbal for my 13 pro max. I’m going with this after watching your video. Thanks!
Hope you didn’t get demonetized for that awesome singing at the end! This gimbal truly is a game changer with the superior payload capacity, Filmic Pro integration, and the light that comes with the combo package (the light can be turned up to an astonishing level of brightness for its size)!
I bought and used a Smooth 3 but returned it as the tilt was such a short range it drove me crazy. As well it had a few bumps even with my iPhone 13 mini. I looked at some reviews of the DJI OM5, yet the tilt is also quite limited. I'll have to go out and get one of these, I'm sure it'll do what I want.
Its making me money! Quite amazing how this gimbal with an iPhone 13 Pro max can produce some professional quality imagery that is up there with great cameras that are lager and more work to balance on a bigger gimbal. Time to compare this option over my Pro cam set up. What ND do you typically use on a bright sunny day with the 13 pro, stop wise? Like your videos, just came across them. Pro Res is pretty useless, unless you are getting paid to use it. Then you charge for the storage of all those files. Insane how much you'd use up for a big production shoot.
I’m with you, I’m amazed just how good it is and what results you can get. I generally use 6 stops on a sunny day in the UK (We don’t get much of it lol). When I’m in hotter countries, I may use 7 stops if needed 😁👊🏽
@@ShootSmartphone so I have the iPhone 13 Pro Max and I’m very curious along with the Smooth 5; what’s the best case and filters to use while using the Smooth 5?
I’m waiting for the new ReeFlex filters to arrive, but at the moment the best filters I’ve used with the iPhone 13 pro max is the Motion variable filter from Sandmarc, paired up with their pro case. If you’re interested in this filter set up, check out my video from a few weeks back. I did a full review on the Sandmarc filter system. 👊🏽
@@ShootSmartphone Thank you so much for the tips and tricks uploads, I know I'm very grateful for your honesty in all your uploads, I'm going to check out that video from a few weeks back. Thank you again...
Bro thanks so much. I almost bought osmo 6, then found out that it won’t work with iPhone 13 Pro Max with lens and case on your video. Then I almost bought crane m3 but it lacks integrity with filmic pro and even you can’t start record and use zoom from gimbal. Now that I found this video I know my pick. Have a good one man
Hy my friend, Superb video and very informativ. I have an iphone 13 pro with smallrig cage. Weighs 302 grams together. I don't have any filters yet. What is the maximum payload limit? Have you ever tried that? I also don't know if the smallrig cage fits into the phone holder? (Thickness 1-1,5 cm) Best Regards and Thanks very much….Kalle from Germany😊🍷🍺
i have a question, been wanting this gimbal for a while now but im not sure. Because the setup i use will be 13 pro max using the moment case (because i want to use moment lenses), im afraid that the clamp isn't big enough to get a grip of the phone with the moment case. Can you confirm this at all?
This is a very in depth video thank you soo much. because of you i was convinced to order this, and i don't regret this piece of equipment. ❤️ thank you!!
Thanks, it really is a great Gimbal. Are use lenses by company called ReeFlex. There is a link in the description of this video and also a 10% discount code if you’re interested. 😁👊🏽
Ow, thanks for the video,bro! I got Z Smooth 4 and i have some problems with the moves. Looks like my IPhone 13 pro max is bigger than its table to hold…:( I thought i had any problems with the Gimbal, but probably i have to get new one. Maybe 5
Yeah definitely! This gimbal doesn’t allow you to automatically switch to vertical mode, you have to setup and balance the gimbal in vertical mode before you power on the gimbal 👊🏽
I've read that when the 13 pro max is mounted in portrait mode, it hits the gimbal, rendering it useless. Is this true? I would be shooting mostly in portrait mode with my iPhone 13pro max so that's important to me that it works.@@ShootSmartphone
@@ShootSmartphone well I realised when I watched it to the end you said it was tight. I have Rhode which plugs into the phone with the lapel mics. You could turn the phone the other way couldn't you then it would be free or would that unbalance it? Thanks to your video I'm getting idea which gimbal I need for my new iPhone 13 pro Max. I’ve only just learnt about audio so I know I need that microphone.
great video bro, im guessing the workaround for the ports being covered is getting an L-shaped adapter or an L shaped lightning cable, it will definitely be lesser than squeezing the original cable, anyways, do u think smooth 5 is better or crane m3 is better? thanks
Yea, definitely the L-shaped adapter would be a great solution. You’ve asked a very tough question there, but If price wasn’t in question, then would have to go with the crane m3. But for the best value for money, I think the Smooth 5 is the better option. 👊🏽
Saramonic makes an L-shaped Lightning extension cable just for this scenario. I grabbed one off of Amazon to use with my Zhiyun gimbals. Somewhere around $20 I think.
Can this hold an iPhone 13 Pro Max that’s in an Otterbox Defender Series Pro XT case or does the phone need to be removed from the case in order to mount it?
Hey, I’m out familiar with that case and I can’t send photos in these comments. If you’re on Instagram, then message me and I’ll send you a photo of my iPhone 13 Pro Mac mounted with the thickest case I have @shootsmartphone 👊🏽
Clear review - well done. I’m purchasing one and now also a subscriber. Keep up the great work!
Thanks, I’m glad you liked the review
Your iPhone 13 Pro Max looks like it has a case on it. Does it? I have the iPhone 12 Pro Max (similar size) and will likely upgrade to the 13 Pro Max (or perhaps even the 14 Pro Max when it comes this Fall), and I refuse to take the cover off my phone. BUT, I do NOT use one of those big thick covers like an OtterBox. My cover is just the standard issue Apple brand iPhone covers. My question is, will the Zhiyun Smooth 5 hold my iPhone 12 Pro Max WITH ITS COVER ON?
Same Q?
Yes it will! If you hit me up on Instagram, I can send you a detailed video of this gimbal with a case on.
How’s the vertical mode on it since Instagram doesn’t really favor horizontal videos
It doesn’t have ‘a vertical video mode’ like most other gimbals. You have to mount and balance the phone vertically if you want to film in that orientation.
Once mounted that way, it films perfectly fine vertically for TikTok or Instagram 👊🏽
This was a great video! Thanks for convincing me I’d been searching for the right gimbal for my 13 pro max. I’m going with this after watching your video. Thanks!
Thanks, I’m glad I was able to help you make the right decision. I think you will be very pleased with this Gimbal 😁
Hope you didn’t get demonetized for that awesome singing at the end! This gimbal truly is a game changer with the superior payload capacity, Filmic Pro integration, and the light that comes with the combo package (the light can be turned up to an astonishing level of brightness for its size)!
No, it was ok 😆 Yeah I have the light now for a new gimbal they’ve released and it’s very good.
@@ShootSmartphone - Excellent!
I bought and used a Smooth 3 but returned it as the tilt was such a short range it drove me crazy. As well it had a few bumps even with my iPhone 13 mini. I looked at some reviews of the DJI OM5, yet the tilt is also quite limited. I'll have to go out and get one of these, I'm sure it'll do what I want.
I’ve used a lot of gimbals, and this is the best in terms of tilt range. 👊🏽
Its making me money! Quite amazing how this gimbal with an iPhone 13 Pro max can produce some professional quality imagery that is up there with great cameras that are lager and more work to balance on a bigger gimbal. Time to compare this option over my Pro cam set up. What ND do you typically use on a bright sunny day with the 13 pro, stop wise? Like your videos, just came across them. Pro Res is pretty useless, unless you are getting paid to use it. Then you charge for the storage of all those files. Insane how much you'd use up for a big production shoot.
I’m with you, I’m amazed just how good it is and what results you can get.
I generally use 6 stops on a sunny day in the UK (We don’t get much of it lol). When I’m in hotter countries, I may use 7 stops if needed 😁👊🏽
i wish i saw this video when i got my first smooth 5. thank you for the detailed balancing instruction short and straight to the point!
You’re welcome 👊🏽
🤜🏽🤛🏼 ☕️🍿
Does it have the capability to motion timelapse
Yes, I believe this is possible using the ZY Cami app.
Just received the is gimbal for my 13 Pro Max as of yesterday, going to unbox it today!
That’s awesome! let me know how you get on with it. 😁👊🏽
@@ShootSmartphone so I have the iPhone 13 Pro Max and I’m very curious along with the Smooth 5; what’s the best case and filters to use while using the Smooth 5?
I’m waiting for the new ReeFlex filters to arrive, but at the moment the best filters I’ve used with the iPhone 13 pro max is the Motion variable filter from Sandmarc, paired up with their pro case.
If you’re interested in this filter set up, check out my video from a few weeks back. I did a full review on the Sandmarc filter system. 👊🏽
@@ShootSmartphone Thank you so much for the tips and tricks uploads, I know I'm very grateful for your honesty in all your uploads, I'm going to check out that video from a few weeks back. Thank you again...
This was so great and informative, you’re really funny too! 🤠
Thanks, I try 😁👊🏽❤️
In the jungle lol fire thanks for the content
You’re welcome
Bro thanks so much. I almost bought osmo 6, then found out that it won’t work with iPhone 13 Pro Max with lens and case on your video. Then I almost bought crane m3 but it lacks integrity with filmic pro and even you can’t start record and use zoom from gimbal. Now that I found this video I know my pick. Have a good one man
Great, I’m glad I could help. 😁👊🏽
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Hy my friend,
Superb video and very informativ. I have an iphone 13 pro with smallrig cage. Weighs 302 grams together. I don't have any filters yet. What is the maximum payload limit? Have you ever tried that? I also don't know if the smallrig cage fits into the phone holder? (Thickness 1-1,5 cm)
Best Regards and Thanks very much….Kalle from Germany😊🍷🍺
Sorry, I don’t have a small rig cage to check this for you.
i have a question, been wanting this gimbal for a while now but im not sure. Because the setup i use will be 13 pro max using the moment case (because i want to use moment lenses), im afraid that the clamp isn't big enough to get a grip of the phone with the moment case. Can you confirm this at all?
Hey, it will fit with no problems. It might not sit completely in, but I’ve used this exact setup and it’s never fallen out on me.
Thanks bro. U made me decide to buy for my iphone 13 promax
You’re welcome! It’s a great Gimbal 🔥😁👊🏽
Will it mount with the otterbox defender?
I don’t have that case so I can’t help you there.
How thick, how many ML has your phone? Does the grip can extend for far cases like otterbox?
Great video man. I live your enthusiasm. One question. How do I check how much battery left has the smooth 5? Thanks a lot man
Thanks, I believe a single press in the
Power button and the led will flash depending on how many bars you have left.
just watched a pile of videos on this gimbal vs the DJi etc. yours is BY FAR the best one. thanks heaps for taking the time.
You’re welcome! I’m glad I was able to help. 👊🏽
Awesome Dude! Your video, the review, the gimbal! Just awesome!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Thanks 😁👊🏽
Hi very nice video! Can you use the Fn button to switch lens while recording? (As in Apple camera app)
You can only program with features in their app
*subbed* much love from Vancouver Canada 🇨🇦 I need this!
Thanks for the sub 👊🏽
This is a very in depth video thank you soo much. because of you i was convinced to order this, and i don't regret this piece of equipment. ❤️ thank you!!
You’re welcome, I’m glad I was able to help!
Thank you man . This video is very interesting and practical . I’m from iran 🇮🇷 💚
You’re welcome. 👊🏽
I can really see the excitement already not because the gimbal, but bcoz of your new reactions 😂
Thanks, I’m glad you liked the video
Great vid mate, just got the gimbal & truly love it.
What lenses your using?
New subscriber btw.
Thanks, it really is a great Gimbal. Are use lenses by company called ReeFlex. There is a link in the description of this video and also a 10% discount code if you’re interested. 😁👊🏽
@@ShootSmartphone great, will deffo check it out. Cheers.
You is da Man … lovin’ these ✌️🙏
Great vid thanks. Tell me, how will the active tracking fare in a sporting event where you would want to track a person in a crowd?
Thanks, just tap on the face you want to track. You can always change or realign the tracking in post.
Ow, thanks for the video,bro!
I got Z Smooth 4 and i have some problems with the moves. Looks like my IPhone 13 pro max is bigger than its table to hold…:(
I thought i had any problems with the Gimbal, but probably i have to get new one. Maybe 5
I definitely think that the Smooth 5 is the best gimbal for heavy phones at this price point. I would get one 😁👊🏽
smooth 4 is known for its poor and low payload , very disappointing actually
i feel like this gimbal broke with my 13 pro max on it
Hopefully that wasn’t the case 😁
What phone case its that one you are using in this video?
I’m using the Sandmarc pro case.
Hotboy 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Any case recommendations for the smooth 5?
Sandmarcs pro range are the best. They can accommodate their filters and work with any screw in lens, even the lenses from ReeFlex. 👊🏽
Can you make vertical videos with this gimbal?
Yeah definitely! This gimbal doesn’t allow you to automatically switch to vertical mode, you have to setup and balance the gimbal in vertical mode before you power on the gimbal 👊🏽
I've read that when the 13 pro max is mounted in portrait mode, it hits the gimbal, rendering it useless. Is this true? I would be shooting mostly in portrait mode with my iPhone 13pro max so that's important to me that it works.@@ShootSmartphone
How can you add sound
Sorry, I don’t understand the question. Add sound to where?
@@ShootSmartphone well I realised when I watched it to the end you said it was tight. I have Rhode which plugs into the phone with the lapel mics. You could turn the phone the other way couldn't you then it would be free or would that unbalance it? Thanks to your video I'm getting idea which gimbal I need for my new iPhone 13 pro Max. I’ve only just learnt about audio so I know I need that microphone.
@@HealthyLivingCor ok, you can’t turn the phone. It is tight, but it’s workable.
great video bro, im guessing the workaround for the ports being covered is getting an L-shaped adapter or an L shaped lightning cable, it will definitely be lesser than squeezing the original cable, anyways, do u think smooth 5 is better or crane m3 is better? thanks
Yea, definitely the L-shaped adapter would be a great solution. You’ve asked a very tough question there, but If price wasn’t in question, then would have to go with the crane m3. But for the best value for money, I think the Smooth 5 is the better option. 👊🏽
Saramonic makes an L-shaped Lightning extension cable just for this scenario. I grabbed one off of Amazon to use with my Zhiyun gimbals. Somewhere around $20 I think.
Awesome, I’ve just picked one up from Amazon 🔥👊🏽
can you add an external mic with this?
Yeah! You have loads of options with this setup.
Can this hold an iPhone 13 Pro Max that’s in an Otterbox Defender Series Pro XT case or does the phone need to be removed from the case in order to mount it?
Hey, I’m out familiar with that case and I can’t send photos in these comments. If you’re on Instagram, then message me and I’ll send you a photo of my iPhone 13 Pro Mac mounted with the thickest case I have @shootsmartphone 👊🏽
Thank you for your reply. I just Followed you on IG and I will Message you there.
@@MailmanDownEDC Did you find out if it fits that case? Like to know myself.
@@philipnewton I never did purchase the Smooth 5 nor any other gimbal actually, so I’m still not sure it my case will fit. Sorry.
@@MailmanDownEDC I did. It does (just), so all's good.
😁👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙌🏻 nice review
Thanks 👊🏽
Can I use an iPhone13max with a case too? I mean does it fit ?
Yeah you can. In this review I was using the 13 pro max with the Sandmarc pro case. Worked very well.
Nice video. I am in for Smooth-5. Loving its payload capacity that could easily carry my Moment lenses.
Thanks, amazing Gimbal. I’m excited to see that the next generation has in store for us 😁
nerd
Not sure if it’s an insult or a compliment 😆