Name: Zhiyun SMOOTH-5 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer for Smartphones
Brand: Zhiyun
SKU: ZHC030114G
Price: 149.00 USD
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 4.3 (9 reviews)

Zhiyun SMOOTH-5 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer for Smartphones

Zhiyun SMOOTH-5

Zhiyun

Adorama

Photography

Mobile Photography

Mobile Photography Support

Zhiyun Mobile Photography Support

Zhiyun SMOOTH-5 

Top Rated Gear: Zhiyun SMOOTH-5 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer for Smartphones Color: Black, Compatibility: Universal, Type: 3-Axis Gimbal

You can elevate your smartphone videography to new heights with the SMOOTH-5 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer. Designed with an upgraded algorithm and enhanced motor torque performance, this gimbal stabilizer supports a wide range of smartphone lenses, including wide-angle, telephoto, fisheye, and macro. This versatility provides a broader, clearer vision for all focal lengths, making it an ideal tool for both professional and amateur filmmakers.The SMOOTH-5 Gimbal Stabilizer features an upgraded phone clamp that allows for the installation of a 5500k stepless-dimming fill light on both sides. This unique feature creates an optimal filming environment by eliminating improper lighting situations. Plus, it's compatible with multiple colors of light filters, giving you the flexibility to create the perfect mood for your shots.One of the standout features of this gimbal is its intuitive parameter display and adjustment system. With a simple press of a button and a rotation of the adjustment wheel, you can easily modify parameter values. The status light displays gimbal modes and battery level, keeping you informed and in control of your filming process.The SMOOTH-5 Gimbal Stabilizer also boasts a professional round joystick, allowing you to execute smooth movement filming with just one hand. This feature saves you the effort of reaching for your phone, making your filming experience more comfortable and efficient. Plus, with the ability to switch between zoom and focus with a single press and control focus and focal length with the control wheel, you can easily achieve cinematic techniques like Dolly Zoom and Shot Reverse Shot.In summary, the SMOOTH-5 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer for Smartphones is a robust, reliable tool that enhances your smartphone filming capabilities, making it a must-have for anyone serious about mobile videography.

Great battery life and charges quickly, the spinning button feels a bit cheap but works fine, even works with lens and filter and came nicely packages

Overall great

Works great. It takes a little to get used to. After a few adjustments, it worked great

Smooth 5 Gimbal

While the gimbal, when functioning is good and does mostly what is being claimed, but..
Drains iphone 13 pro's battery life very fast, so you really, really need those extra charging batteries.
Software malfunctions, a lot. Im not sure if its because bad bluetooth connection between the phone and gimbal or something else, but Ive had it shut down in middle of shooting video, focusing and while photographing.
On top of that, at the time of writing, some of the claimed functions in the gimbal do not work, like accessing the camera app's settings via the handle. Some sources say the company is planning to get those fixed/functioning, but as of now not working.

I personally would not have purchased this gimbal had I known these issues before hand. Hopefully these things get worked on.

Software issues

Everything you'd want or need out of a smart phone gimbal!

Top Tier

I was impressed by how it easily handled the weight and size of the iPhone 12 Max PRO without any issues. I previously used Filmic Pro but not since they went to subscription based model. I will test the Zhiyun's native app for functionality and hope for some compatibility.

Great option in the bag of tools...

very robust gimbal, I didn't find a satisfied gimbal for my iphone 12 pro max but this one is reliable. The focus wheel is defenitely for Pro users and easily got controlled. I like the long and thick handle as well.

the most satisfied gimbal I have ever used

Finally

I'm new to this gimbal stuff, and I just love my smooth 5, can't wait for the filmic pro to work with it, also I saw the problem with the charging or adding a mic with the weight being shifted off balance...well I fixed that, I made a mold and my new wires will be available next month, they have a 90 degree input to the phone so no space taken up, stay tuned for my release date

fixed the charge and external mic issue

I love this gimbal! I've owned a whole bunch of mobile gimbals in the past and this one is a huge step forward for people who have heavy phones like myself! Plus the motors can handle my external moment lenses with filters attached!!! How cool is that no other mobile gimbal that I have bought has been able to do that! I haven't fully tested it out but I'm planning on taking it with my on vacation coming up so that will be the ultimate test! Overall I'm really happy I bought this!

Zhiyun SMOOTH-5 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer for Smartphones

Recommended Alternatives

Zhiyun Smooth-Q3 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer for Smartphones

Zhiyun Smooth-Q3 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer Combo for Smartphones

Zhiyun SMOOTH-X2 2-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer for Smartphones, Ink Black

Zhiyun SMOOTH-X2 2-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer Combo for Smartphones, Orange