I found out how. You have to grab the phone and rotate it to vertical mode. The gimbal will automatically readjust to balance in vertical mode. If the phone is big, you might have to tilt the gimbal forward a bit whilst you rotate it.
The dji was a cool , i originally purchased the dji gimbal witg tge 4k camera in it, totally not ready for that caliber of gimbal, so I returned it and purchased the smooth q a fair while ago. Since covid 19 lockdown I've dragged out the smooth q and got it running with my note 10 plus and a 4th axis gimbal mount, i must say I'm really enjoying it all over again and am writing scripts to perhaps grow a pair and start my own UA-cam channel.... we will have to see how that goes.....
@@TechMishka *_Thank you so much. I just got mine today which I ordered locally. Still doing my initial charging. Can't wait to even give it a test once ready. The device feels so premium._*
I'm always shooting with Moondog labs anamorphic lens and Moment wide angle lens, so this is not the right gimbal for me, because you can see the front motor.
Hi. I have this model but have stopped using it because the motor often appears in the shot. I noticed this in some of your video. Did you not mention this?
As a new user.. Just trying to connect by not sure with info provided if my phones supported! How do you manage zoom? Wd you use the phone.? Surely the device won't work without the app? Or what's the point really?
If you want to check if your phone is supported - better get in touch with Zhiyun's support - they surely have the best kind of database to check that.
Excellent review. Could you tell me where you got the plate that enabled you to attach the GoPro to the gimbal? Did you make it yourself? I would like to experiment with doing that, as well. I look forward to more of your videos!
Nice video very helpful but I have a doubt how long you can record with your cell before coming hot bcs you can damage your phone let me know please thanks
Hey Tom, thanks a lot for the warm comment! ALways so refreshing to have you around, and thanks for stepping in with the "EIS" topic too - means a lot to me! The gimbal is actually not that affordable, but I believe it is a well justified price, considering the quality 👍😇
@Tech4All : Thanks for the reply... for I have been interested in purchasing a good quality gimbal ! Yes , I like the dual function of using a Smartphone , along with an action camera on the gimbal ..!!! Thanks Scarboro
Tried the q smooth 2 and it failed several times and the motor was in the shot.. Have to use ”flashlight" mode which is code for engineering failure...
Hi Dona, thanks for the comment. Always trying to make my reviews as hones and objective as possible. I will add it to my list for planning and see what I can do.
I just bought my smoothq2 few days ago.. Was very excited to use it since as the review says it works around 16 hours of use but in just 2-3 hours my smoothq2 battery already drained out. I charged it overnight though.
Yes, it was not perfectly balanced and I guess they didn't add it to the list based on my feedback. The Wide-angle camera won't work well. Check some other gimbals - there's the iSteadyX, the Osmo Mobile 3 and so on.
If you really matter about tracking recognition especially on android then dji osmo is best choice because zhiyun app on android not have really good rating
I really cant decide whether to get either the smooth q2 or osmo mobile 3. The q2 has a replaceable battery whereas the osmo 3 doesnt, but the osmo 3 has better app/features (I think) and amazing auto tracking. Which has the better stabilization? I currently have Samsung note 8,which isnt the best for camera stabilization, so that is a big part of choosing one between the 2 aswell.
Both stabilize similarly good - it is mostly up to you - the way you walk and handle the device. In combination with the software stabilization of the Samsung phone it will be quite good. Think about what is more important to you - better usability without the app, or the app features for tracking; ALmost each gimbal nowadays has tracking, and I've almost never used it.
@@TechMishka thanks for replying, I want all in one hahaha. So the with the osmo 3, I have to use with the app for it to work? For me, I would use it more for photography use. Making short clips/movies
Great video! Love my Smooth Q from day one though I don’t use that often... very now interested in buying the 2 version but a bit concerned Michael w those ‘shaky’ footage captures, especially compared w my new iPhone 11Pro Max and the new auto stabilize that looks better than those scenes... but luv the size and clarity of switching capture modes
What stabilisation options are available for Galaxy S7 Edge (SM-G935L). I'm unsure whether this will be suitable. My camera is in the top middle centre. Not sure how to attach a photo... Can you or @Tech4All tell me if this device is suitable (and what you mean by "camera in the middle"). THANK YOU!
@@TechMishka What stabilisation options are available for Galaxy S7 Edge (SM-G935L). I'm unsure whether this will be suitable. My camera is in the top middle centre. Not sure how to attach a photo... Can you or @Tech4All tell me if this device is suitable (and what you mean by "camera in the middle"). THANK YOU!
Hi Michael!!! I'm always watch you reviews, very informative and detailed.You have tested so many smartphone gimbals in the past and present. My question to you is this; which one in your personal opinion has the best stabilization. Is Q2 the best in that respect? I don't care about features.... Thanks Michael
Thanks Thomas, very kind words! I most often use the iSteady gimbals, because find their operation quite simple. Most gimbals are great at stabilization, as long as you do the so called "ninja walk" - it improves footage and stabilization a lot. I used to not do it before, but now - essential part! 🙃
@@varunramachandran7879 Osmo 3 for features - its powerful and has some weight to help. The trigger allows for different engagement even if your not using the app. I don't like the DJI:Apple clique BUT my Osmo 2 is excellent with my android while just using the phone camera. Also the DJI app is more android friendly than the Mimo app.
Comprehensive description as always. And I am on the way to buy gimbal. Now I study using a selfy stick that I had bought 5 month ago. Did you make any video about selfy sticks Michel?
Not yet, but I know a guy with fantastic channel about such stuff - called TubeNoob. He has a video about how to hold gimbals - and this can help you to improve footage shot with a stick. And you can learn really a lot from that channel. One of my favorites.
I have my smooth Q2, i have this problem in panning the gimbal but it change the mode instead. Please advise me to solve this problem so that i use the gimbal at ease. Thank you.
Don't risk it - I have a OnePlus 6T and the damn motor keeps randomly appearing thus ruining the sequence in the video. MAYBE a firmware will address this but I doubt it - bottom line is that like DJI the gimbal is designed by Apple, so Android isn't considered. Fortunately for me i didn't buy this gimbal.
Hey Mikael, nice review. I have bought this gimbal! I have one question, this doesn't have manual focus/zoom control. Do you use this function much when you're shooting? Cause, contrary to this, Hohem iSteady Mobile Plus has this feature and they advertise it heavily, plus the trigger button which Q2 lags. I still can return my Q2, and buy the Hohem. I'll be using Pocophone F1 only for the time being. Lack of these buttons has made me look for other options. Any thoughts on this would help me very much!
I mainly use gimbals for time lapses, so hard for me to be of help here. The poco has very good autofocus system, so even without a dedicated button - it will be fine.
From what I'm seeing with this new design, it looks like you can finally attach a microphone such as the Rode VideoMic Me to the headphone jack of the phone. You would be able to verify that? Especially with a windscreen attached.
Solid review, you are very thorough. Thanks for the efforts gone through to give us a good idea how it performs. £120 from the official seller on amazon uk. Thumbs up.
Got mine today and too bad it doesnt fit with my Galaxy S9 inkl the Unicorn Beetle PRO Case. :-( So i have to dismantle it everytime i use the Q2. I guess theres no other way.
Beside of that. The problems with this Q2 were too extended. Couldnt install the firmware update. The App doesnt wanted to and has directed me to direct connection via USB . But Win10 doesnt even recognize the gimbal. Also the app did crashed from time to time. And of course: To use the gimbal i had to take the case off. And as you know (or not) the Unicorn is one hell of a tight piece of a case. 😋 A very good one of course. Eventually i ve sent the gimbal back .. Interest in this kind of tech is, well.. gone 🤔
Bought the Osmo Mobile 3 and it’s pretty good... but the motors are too weak if you plug a Shure mic into the Lightning cable... Zhiyun Smooth works much better...tend to use the Zhiyun when I want good audio and the Osmo when I want B-Roll - mainly because I like the feel better and the double click to go from landscape to portrait and back to landscape... also, the Story mode is good for quick and dirty - edited - uploads
@@TechMishka hahaha I'll listen to that song later. I visited Sofia in December of 2017. I love the rich history of your city and country. I am really fascinated by the architecture: from Byzantine to Soviet. I felt like I travelled back in time when I was walking along side the tram. My favourite city so far
I shocked,see how good this gimbal can do great job even this is budget gimbal...Good presentation,orange and teal theme(footage using phone,I not sure footage was edited or raw footage from the phone)editing is really suitable for this video. I cannot lie,honest review I think dji osmo mobile 3 better than this zhiyun smooth q2 but both gimbal is beast
Thanks for that honest opinion! And it is good to see what you appreciate about gimbals. I actually postpone the DJI Osmo Mobile 3 video again and again, but there are things I wanted to test a little more. This one is great if used without the app. The Osmol mobile 3 has amazing functions with the app. Oh - yeah - and the footage is a little graded, because otherwise it looked too ... casual.
If u want review the gimbal, dont use the flagship phone, but u can test with low budget phone or smartphone with no OIS/EIS. I hope ur understand what a function of the gimbal.
@Moe Zammy ! : Do you think 🤔 using a flagship 2019 Smartphone like the OnePlus7 Pro , thereby is cheating on the stabilization part of the film 🎞 footage ..?/? What would you consider a fair replacement Smartphone , should be used in this type of review.....considering any previous Smartphones the reviewer has tested , and may still have access or in his possessions of 2019 models ?/? Thanks Scarboro 💚
@@scarborosasquatchstation1403 Do you know gimbal? Then what are the uses? Here is a review of gimbal. So to find out the gimbal function works well is to try it with a smartphone that does not have an EIS system, So that we know the results of using the gimbal. If we try it on flagship smartphones that already have an EIS system, then the role of gimbal is not very meaningful.
Moe, got the point - and it makes sense, of course; The app has an EIS off switch - which was used. Looks like the Oneplus has no way to stop the OIS - which contributes a little to better footage; Best results can be achieved with hardware and software stabilization at the same time. Using it on phones with no EIS is also good - tried it on my older Poco and footage was fine. It is not as shaky as some older gumbals used to be.
Tech4All I definitely agree I carry this thing with me everywhere in my fanny pack. It even passed going through a music festival. They are somewhat strict on gimbles and this passed with flying colors 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻.
How much? It seams the same (actually it is a clone of the dji 3) like dji 3 that costs 100 dollars... If it is costs 50-60 dollars then maybe worth it
If you refer to the DJI Osmo Mobile - it costs around 120 for the gimbal only, and around 150 for the More Combo; This one is around 140. Both are very different.
The PANORAMA photo made by 1280x800 pixel pictures... LOW resolution, NOT good result. :-/ So I changed the PHOTO resolution from 1280x800 to a bigger resolution (about 3840x2160 - much better quality pictures) and the result is: the program CAN NOT take (can NOT do) panorama photo :-/ Why???
Wow, that sounds bad! Not sure why - likely it is a problem with the software/app. Make sure to report this back to Zhiyun, they should be able to fix it.
@@TechMishka The Chinese pronunciation (not including tones) is similar to "jer" in "jersey" and then close to "yoon" (rhymes with moon). Adding a strong "r" sound in "jer" will make you sound like you are from Beijing. Soften up that "r", and you'll sound like you are from farther south. It's weird, but "zh" makes a "j" sound and "i" (without a following consonant) adds an "r" sound. If you can work on getting your pronunciation close, you'll be the first laowai (aka foreigner) outside of China I've heard pronounce this company correctly! You can do it!
I don't really see why it should cost more than DJI Osmo 3 given that they are targetted at the same market and DJI is a stronger name/brand. I forsee that prices for this will come down real fast.
@@wwbren im still in a delima between smooth q2 or the dji osmo mobile 3. I just love the vortex mode and 360 pan rotation of the q2. But i like the hyperlapse, timelapse and face tracking of osmo mobile 3. Huhu i cant buy both of them.
@@PuntokUno1014 choose the one whose features you will use more often. Personally i think I don't see vortex or 360 pan being used in every one of my videos but hyperlapse, and face tracking can. But then these features are software so the smooth q2 might get updated in times to come, whereas vortex and 360 pan are hardware based.
I am surprised you gave this piece of junk such a good review as you use OnePlus Android - you KNOW its designed for iPhones which is why the motor regularly either comes into view or causes the whole gimbal to vibrate if you try to move the camera to the side. Its a fundamental design problem which therefore makes it a POOR gimbal ( unless your into iPhones) Android users - don't waste your money you WILL be disappointed and will look to spend your hard earned cash again on a better product.
Interesting.....so what to buy because it seems all the gimbals out there seems to be optimized for iPhone. I have a Samsung Note 8.....what is your suggestion
@@LittleThingsinJapan Have a look at the Moza Mini - has a lot going for it especially if you might want to attach a Rhode or a light. You 100% won't have ANY issues with android, phone size or a motor appearing in the footage.
The gimbal worked fine, and I liked the fact it is actually small; The foldable concept of the alternatives this year don't offer anything better. The motors were powerful enough to compensate the lack of balance. And I agree with you that if the camera is not on the top-side of the phone, there might be better alternatives.
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Great job, as always, Mihail. You do not waste any time reviewing products. Bravo!
Hey, most welcome! 👍😇 I actually wish there was more time to film everything I wanted. But ... maybe some day... 😎
I just got this gimbal. Does anyone how to make it go to vertical mode?
I found out how. You have to grab the phone and rotate it to vertical mode. The gimbal will automatically readjust to balance in vertical mode. If the phone is big, you might have to tilt the gimbal forward a bit whilst you rotate it.
Great that you've followed up!
this is the best video about smooth q2
Wow, glad you liked it! 👍😊
The dji was a cool , i originally purchased the dji gimbal witg tge 4k camera in it, totally not ready for that caliber of gimbal, so I returned it and purchased the smooth q a fair while ago. Since covid 19 lockdown I've dragged out the smooth q and got it running with my note 10 plus and a 4th axis gimbal mount, i must say I'm really enjoying it all over again and am writing scripts to perhaps grow a pair and start my own UA-cam channel.... we will have to see how that goes.....
Great news Adrian. And best of luck with your new journey! 😉
Can the Q2 be controlled remotely by another smart phone with the help of app or remote devise
Yes, you can do that.
Neat idea with the Gopro - where did you get the plate?
ALiexpress, ebay, amazon - there are different models and shapes which will be fine.
*_Is the tripod feet or base included in the package or body? Thanks._*
The one shown was not part of the original package - it's something I got from Pergear.
@@TechMishka *_Thank you so much. I just got mine today which I ordered locally. Still doing my initial charging. Can't wait to even give it a test once ready. The device feels so premium._*
I'm always shooting with Moondog labs anamorphic lens and Moment wide angle lens, so this is not the right gimbal for me, because you can see the front motor.
Yeeeah, that will be annoying. You may check the Smooth Q1 - the arms are large enough to not be in sight.
What about holding in flashlight mode?
in POV mode double click the record botton it will get rid of the motor
@@mathmatters6984 thats the vortex mode lol
@@danielaniq ua-cam.com/video/HHB66QV84Nw/v-deo.html watch this at around 5:25
4.09 what is the plate you use? I also have an insta360 one r and wouldn't mind using this for it too if I can.
It is a basic Action camera gimbal plate. There are plenty of them on Aliexpress.
minute 2:32 you can see the motor in the video it happend to me in all modes.....too bad
Yeah, with some smartphones it may show up.
Did you try adjusting the arm? Is it or it can you attach the weight like you can in the Smooth 4???
Bleh... "is it adjustable or can you attach a weight? (like Smooth 4)"
@@bloodysspammers9792 no...thats not possible in smooth Q2..
@@bloodysspammers9792 you attach the cellphone to the gimbal and thats it....no way to adjust
Hi. I have this model but have stopped using it because the motor often appears in the shot. I noticed this in some of your video. Did you not mention this?
It may appear with some of the ultrawide cameras. You are right - should have been in the drawbacks list. Thanks for the comment
As a new user.. Just trying to connect by not sure with info provided if my phones supported! How do you manage zoom? Wd you use the phone.? Surely the device won't work without the app? Or what's the point really?
If you want to check if your phone is supported - better get in touch with Zhiyun's support - they surely have the best kind of database to check that.
Excellent review. Could you tell me where you got the plate that enabled you to attach the GoPro to the gimbal? Did you make it yourself? I would like to experiment with doing that, as well. I look forward to more of your videos!
Kingwon Action Camera Adapter Compatible with GoPro
There are many models - check ebay and aliexpress for the one you like the most.
Love the review ❤
Thank you! 🤗
Please tell me the best clip or screw on wide angle lens to use with this gimbal and stay under payload limit.
Oh, too many good options 😇
About active tracking. Is it ok for zhiyun smooth q2?
yeah, works alright.
Another great video. Where were you with what looked like ruins?
It is in the center of Sofia - this was an area which got expanded in the last years, and is pretty nice to look at. Ancient Rome leftovers. 😎
Leaving aside the size point. Is smooth 4 a better option or q2 or DJI osmo 3
Hm, I haven't used it for that long - but I think it is.
@@TechMishka thanks 😊.
Your videos are amazing.
Nice video very helpful but I have a doubt how long you can record with your cell before coming hot bcs you can damage your phone let me know please thanks
Depends on the phone. Most smartphones have sensors which will prevent any kind of overheathing.
What LUT are you using on the skate park footage? It's gorgeous!
Thanks Ronald! It is the good old Sedona LUT.
Can uh tell me which one I should buy dji or q2
The Q2 allows you to do greater movements, however is not great for phones with camera in the center of the back side of the phone.
@@TechMishka is q2 best ??
Tech4All : Hello Mikael : You never cease to amaze us , with your selection of high quality low budget priced tech gadgets ..! Thanks Scarboro 🇨🇦🙏🍀🦉💚
Hey Tom, thanks a lot for the warm comment! ALways so refreshing to have you around, and thanks for stepping in with the "EIS" topic too - means a lot to me!
The gimbal is actually not that affordable, but I believe it is a well justified price, considering the quality 👍😇
@Tech4All : Thanks for the reply... for I have been interested in purchasing a good quality gimbal ! Yes , I like the dual function of using a Smartphone , along with an action camera on the gimbal ..!!! Thanks Scarboro
I purchased the Smooth Q2 and have loved it. Although, I have not been able to update the firmware from either the app, or directly from my PC.
Glad you like that! And great news. Sad to hear about the firmware update. I did that only once. Maybe you can check with their support?
Hi Dear, can q2 be used for live streaming with third party(non youtube) youtube apps? And how?
And which is better among Q2 or DJI OM4. Please guide
You can stream, however you will lose the smart features that the app provides.
Tried the q smooth 2 and it failed several times and the motor was in the shot.. Have to use ”flashlight" mode which is code for engineering failure...
Hi. I also have the Q2 and also found the motor always appears in the shot!
Honest review. Thankyou 🥰
Can you please make a video on object tracking with zhiyun smooth q2 gimbal?
Hi Dona, thanks for the comment. Always trying to make my reviews as hones and objective as possible.
I will add it to my list for planning and see what I can do.
what about the Zoom in / out in the gimbal, no one talks about it (I don't see any physical button)???
Guess that's why - there is no dedicated zoom function.
I just bought my smoothq2 few days ago.. Was very excited to use it since as the review says it works around 16 hours of use but in just 2-3 hours my smoothq2 battery already drained out. I charged it overnight though.
This is bad! No, this kind of battery life is not right - good idea to check with Smooth Q's support.
what is that tripod you use with the gimbal Q2?
It was a tripod by pergear - pretty good one. www.pergear.com/collections/support-equipment/products/pergear-aluminum-mini-tripod-tabletop-stand
I was just looking for one that could hold a action camera too. This is perfect, thanks
Pretty much every smartphone gimbal can hold an action camera with that plate. That one is of course a great choice - well polished and easy to use.
waiting for mine to arrive in the mail in a few days..so excited. Thanks for the review!
Wishing you to make a lot of great videos!
Thanks for great review! Can you adjust the joystick sensitivity? Aka how fast the gimbal turns while moving the joystick?
Yes you can! There are lots of controls from the app.
Hey, I'm planning to buy the smooth q2 but OnePlus 7T is not in the compatibility list, same with OnePlus 7. So, do you find any support issues?
Yes, it was not perfectly balanced and I guess they didn't add it to the list based on my feedback. The Wide-angle camera won't work well.
Check some other gimbals - there's the iSteadyX, the Osmo Mobile 3 and so on.
@@TechMishka thank you✨
Does the App of this gimble supports live tracking in Android mobiles..??
Should I buy this If I am a android user?
If you really matter about tracking recognition especially on android then dji osmo is best choice because zhiyun app on android not have really good rating
@@kiryusaegusa2049 thankyou sir.
It does, yes.
I really cant decide whether to get either the smooth q2 or osmo mobile 3. The q2 has a replaceable battery whereas the osmo 3 doesnt, but the osmo 3 has better app/features (I think) and amazing auto tracking.
Which has the better stabilization? I currently have Samsung note 8,which isnt the best for camera stabilization, so that is a big part of choosing one between the 2 aswell.
Both stabilize similarly good - it is mostly up to you - the way you walk and handle the device. In combination with the software stabilization of the Samsung phone it will be quite good.
Think about what is more important to you - better usability without the app, or the app features for tracking; ALmost each gimbal nowadays has tracking, and I've almost never used it.
@@TechMishka thanks for replying, I want all in one hahaha.
So the with the osmo 3, I have to use with the app for it to work?
For me, I would use it more for photography use. Making short clips/movies
@@TechMishka would you prefer q2 over osmo3 ? How/What would you normally use it for?
@@TechMishka wich one works with note 10 plus do any of yall know?
Great video! Love my Smooth Q from day one though I don’t use that often... very now interested in buying the 2 version but a bit concerned Michael w those ‘shaky’ footage captures, especially compared w my new iPhone 11Pro Max and the new auto stabilize that looks better than those scenes... but luv the size and clarity of switching capture modes
Best option is to have mechanical stabilization and EIS, which the iPhone has.
What stabilisation options are available for Galaxy S7 Edge (SM-G935L). I'm unsure whether this will be suitable. My camera is in the top middle centre. Not sure how to attach a photo... Can you or @Tech4All tell me if this device is suitable (and what you mean by "camera in the middle"). THANK YOU!
@@TechMishka What stabilisation options are available for Galaxy S7 Edge (SM-G935L). I'm unsure whether this will be suitable. My camera is in the top middle centre. Not sure how to attach a photo... Can you or @Tech4All tell me if this device is suitable (and what you mean by "camera in the middle"). THANK YOU!
Tech4All great advice, having both yes and will upgrade to the 2!
Best review ever, well explained. I'm getting one.
Glad it was helpful!
And where did you get the plate from?
Many websites offer it - banggood, aliexpress - check there.
@@TechMishka can you use the feature of the app with the go pro mounted?
Any idea to solve problem gimbal not switching on. Pf mode is red and white light flashes beween L and POV mode?
Unfortunately no idea :( Get in touch with Zhiyun - they will definitely know about the error message.
Hi Michael!!!
I'm always watch you reviews, very informative and detailed.You have tested so many smartphone gimbals in the past and present. My question to you is this; which one in your personal opinion has the best stabilization. Is Q2 the best in that respect? I don't care about features.... Thanks Michael
Thanks Thomas, very kind words!
I most often use the iSteady gimbals, because find their operation quite simple. Most gimbals are great at stabilization, as long as you do the so called "ninja walk" - it improves footage and stabilization a lot. I used to not do it before, but now - essential part! 🙃
Does it have interchangeable batteries?
No, it doesn't. It's integrated battery - and with some patience - it also is replaceable.
What is the sense of upscaling 1080 to 4K?!Why not filming in 4k?
Some cameras don't support that. Some apps neither.
Can q2 follow and pan when obects move beyond view?
Only if the smartphone app can catch up tracking them. The DJI Osmo Mobile 3 was better at tracking at the time of testing.
@@TechMishka thanks for the response!
Hi I follow you from Egypt 🇪🇬 good content.. Which one better zhiyun Smooth 4 or 2Q please
Both are good gimbals! The Smooth Q2 is famous for being quite small and pocket-sized. The Smooth 4 is known for its good performance too.
Nice video, dose this gimbal capable with iPhone 11 Pro Max
Yeah, it will work with the iPhone 11 Pro Max.
Thanks
Great review!!
Just want ask does the smooth q2 have panorama mode e.g. 3×3 as osmo mobile 3 have ?
Not that I have discovered while testing with the early firmware versions; Possibly such a feature is there already.
@@TechMishka thanks
Sir Q2 or DJI osmo 3? Want to buy one your response will be highly appreciated 😊
@M. Nurhaikal thanks mate! But what about the features?
Tough choice! I probably like the Q2 a little more.
if the smartphone doesn't support 60fps - that's normal. But if it does and the app wouldn't let you - you can use the stock camera app.
@@varunramachandran7879 Osmo 3 for features - its powerful and has some weight to help. The trigger allows for different engagement even if your not using the app. I don't like the DJI:Apple clique BUT my Osmo 2 is excellent with my android while just using the phone camera. Also the DJI app is more android friendly than the Mimo app.
@@TechMishka thanks mate! Going to order a Q2 now.
which do you prefer sir, the smooth q2 or the dji osmo mobile 3?
While I prefer the Smooth Q, the Osmo mobile 3 is also a wonderful gimbal.
The Osmo mobile 3 is having a lot of overheating issues.
Was there a blue model??
I think so.
Did I miss something? Is the App ZY Play?
Yeah, that's the app name 👍
I really want to see footage combo dji osmo mobile 3 and gopro hero 8 black hypersmooth 2.0 Boost On
It will be unrealistically smooth 👍😇
Comprehensive description as always. And I am on the way to buy gimbal. Now I study using a selfy stick that I had bought 5 month ago. Did you make any video about selfy sticks Michel?
Not yet, but I know a guy with fantastic channel about such stuff - called TubeNoob. He has a video about how to hold gimbals - and this can help you to improve footage shot with a stick. And you can learn really a lot from that channel. One of my favorites.
@@TechMishka Thank you. I will watch!
How was the smooth q2 so far?
I have my smooth Q2, i have this problem in panning the gimbal but it change the mode instead. Please advise me to solve this problem so that i use the gimbal at ease. Thank you.
Hey Abdul - I hope you can check the user guide and fine tune the gimbal's movements using the app so that it better matches your shooting habits.
@@TechMishka alright sure.. i will try to schronise with my phone.. thanks..
thanks for your info
Most welcome!
Will smooth q2 work with Android devices? My phone is Samsung A50 will this will work with my phone???
Yes, it works well with Android phones. Both of the phones shown are Android-based.
I want this one but my phone has camera in the middle
Don't risk it - I have a OnePlus 6T and the damn motor keeps randomly appearing thus ruining the sequence in the video. MAYBE a firmware will address this but I doubt it - bottom line is that like DJI the gimbal is designed by Apple, so Android isn't considered. Fortunately for me i didn't buy this gimbal.
There is torch mode or something, it tilts out the angle so the motors won't show
Thanks for a detailed video! Enjoyed it!
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Especially the higher shitter speed @7:05.
Hahahaha 🙃🙃🙃🙃
Hey Mikael, nice review. I have bought this gimbal!
I have one question, this doesn't have manual focus/zoom control. Do you use this function much when you're shooting?
Cause, contrary to this, Hohem iSteady Mobile Plus has this feature and they advertise it heavily, plus the trigger button which Q2 lags. I still can return my Q2, and buy the Hohem. I'll be using Pocophone F1 only for the time being. Lack of these buttons has made me look for other options.
Any thoughts on this would help me very much!
I mainly use gimbals for time lapses, so hard for me to be of help here.
The poco has very good autofocus system, so even without a dedicated button - it will be fine.
What about the face tracking software?
It is initiated from the app - and it tracks not only faces, but also objects. Right now it is not as good as DJI's algorithm.
I bet the motor will be in the ultra-wide-angle view. That's the reason why I got the Osmo Mobile 3.
You can see the motor at 5:56 and handle hehe
You can see the motor at 5:56 and handle
I think it's a good gimbal. Thanks for a great review.
Thanks Ron! I will appear very soon once again on another review 🙏😇
From what I'm seeing with this new design, it looks like you can finally attach a microphone such as the Rode VideoMic Me to the headphone jack of the phone. You would be able to verify that? Especially with a windscreen attached.
Yes, that can work
Solid review, you are very thorough. Thanks for the efforts gone through to give us a good idea how it performs. £120 from the official seller on amazon uk.
Thumbs up.
That's a pretty good price already! sounds like it has decreased a little, and that's good 🙂
Got mine today and too bad it doesnt fit with my Galaxy S9 inkl the Unicorn Beetle PRO Case. :-(
So i have to dismantle it everytime i use the Q2. I guess theres no other way.
Most of the gimbals don't like cases 🤔
Beside of that. The problems with this Q2 were too extended.
Couldnt install the firmware update. The App doesnt wanted to and has directed me to direct connection via USB . But Win10 doesnt even recognize the gimbal.
Also the app did crashed from time to time. And of course:
To use the gimbal i had to take the case off. And as you know (or not) the Unicorn is one hell of a tight piece of a case. 😋 A very good one of course.
Eventually i ve sent the gimbal back .. Interest in this kind of tech is, well.. gone 🤔
Great work - as usual
Heey, thanks a lot for the support! 😇
Iam from india... smooth Q3 panning 360 degrees or not
Yes!
Having difficulty balancing my phone before turning the gimbal on.
You will get used to it in time.
2:39 i love how the kid helped like , are u ok bro? 😅
Yeah! A lot of nice lads in this skatepark.
Is there zoom on it?
You can zoom by pinching in on the phone; no dedicated button for zooming.
You would need 'Smooth 4' for zoom dial
Great review man, I'm going to pick one up soon.
Glad you like it! There have been a few firmware updates since that review, and it's getting better and better.
hi, Can we control the speed of panning from left to right ? Or the panning from left to right only brings fixed constant speed?
Yes, you can adjust the speed of the motors from within the app.
Can you please make a comparison video for smooth4 vs smooth q2 any time soon?
These are the most sought after gimbals in Indian market.
Both are great gimbals; I don't have the Smooth 4 around, and likely won't have bandwidth to include it in the summer selection.
Great review, thanks a lot! :thumbsup:
Just got mine in the mail today 😊
Congratulations! 😊
Bought the Osmo Mobile 3 and it’s pretty good... but the motors are too weak if you plug a Shure mic into the Lightning cable...
Zhiyun Smooth works much better...tend to use the Zhiyun when I want good audio and the Osmo when I want B-Roll - mainly because I like the feel better and the double click to go from landscape to portrait and back to landscape... also, the Story mode is good for quick and dirty - edited - uploads
I like your review but Bruh 3 min intro I’m way too ADD for that lol
Point taken, thanks for the feedback, Jack.
Thanks tech4all
Nice gimbal
And quite small too! 👍😇
Are you from Sofia?
I love that city 😍
Ben, that reminds me of one clubby track by Fedde Le Grand. "Put your hands up for Detroit. I love that city..." 🙂
And yeah - I am from Sofia.
@@TechMishka hahaha I'll listen to that song later. I visited Sofia in December of 2017. I love the rich history of your city and country. I am really fascinated by the architecture: from Byzantine to Soviet. I felt like I travelled back in time when I was walking along side the tram. My favourite city so far
I use SMOOTH Q2 too:)
Your this movie is very good‼️
I will try you too🎵
Thanks ✌️
I shocked,see how good this gimbal can do great job even this is budget gimbal...Good presentation,orange and teal theme(footage using phone,I not sure footage was edited or raw footage from the phone)editing is really suitable for this video.
I cannot lie,honest review I think dji osmo mobile 3 better than this zhiyun smooth q2 but both gimbal is beast
Thanks for that honest opinion! And it is good to see what you appreciate about gimbals.
I actually postpone the DJI Osmo Mobile 3 video again and again, but there are things I wanted to test a little more.
This one is great if used without the app. The Osmol mobile 3 has amazing functions with the app.
Oh - yeah - and the footage is a little graded, because otherwise it looked too ... casual.
If u want review the gimbal, dont use the flagship phone, but u can test with low budget phone or smartphone with no OIS/EIS. I hope ur understand what a function of the gimbal.
@Moe Zammy ! : Do you think 🤔 using a flagship 2019 Smartphone like the OnePlus7 Pro , thereby is cheating on the stabilization part of the film 🎞 footage ..?/? What would you consider a fair replacement Smartphone , should be used in this type of review.....considering any previous Smartphones the reviewer has tested , and may still have access or in his possessions of 2019 models ?/?
Thanks Scarboro 💚
@@scarborosasquatchstation1403 Do you know gimbal? Then what are the uses? Here is a review of gimbal. So to find out the gimbal function works well is to try it with a smartphone that does not have an EIS system, So that we know the results of using the gimbal. If we try it on flagship smartphones that already have an EIS system, then the role of gimbal is not very meaningful.
Moe, got the point - and it makes sense, of course;
The app has an EIS off switch - which was used. Looks like the Oneplus has no way to stop the OIS - which contributes a little to better footage; Best results can be achieved with hardware and software stabilization at the same time.
Using it on phones with no EIS is also good - tried it on my older Poco and footage was fine. It is not as shaky as some older gumbals used to be.
@@TechMishka Poco has EIS at 1080p rear camera, i m using and find it quite all right.
Object tracking on Samsung seems glitchy (anyone else?) otherwise a good gimbal.
It was not working well with the Oneplus 7, and the Zhiyun support have promised to fix that in the next build.
It's my first gimble ever and it fucking rules ✊🏻. But like always a newer better one will come out.
Doesn't matter - this one will stay relevant. Have fun using it! 😎
Tech4All I definitely agree I carry this thing with me everywhere in my fanny pack. It even passed going through a music festival. They are somewhat strict on gimbles and this passed with flying colors 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻.
Awesome
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Are we just ignoring "higher sh*tter speeds"?
Great review though, you made my mind up.
Hahahha 😎
How much? It seams the same (actually it is a clone of the dji 3) like dji 3 that costs 100 dollars... If it is costs 50-60 dollars then maybe worth it
If you refer to the DJI Osmo Mobile - it costs around 120 for the gimbal only, and around 150 for the More Combo; This one is around 140. Both are very different.
Good morning
Hey, morning, morning!
The PANORAMA photo made by 1280x800 pixel pictures... LOW resolution, NOT good result. :-/ So I changed the PHOTO resolution from 1280x800 to a bigger resolution (about 3840x2160 - much better quality pictures) and the result is: the program CAN NOT take (can NOT do) panorama photo :-/ Why???
Wow, that sounds bad!
Not sure why - likely it is a problem with the software/app. Make sure to report this back to Zhiyun, they should be able to fix it.
Zhiyun have many battery problems. I think no protection for low battery. Forget to charge, or leave it with a flat battery for 3 months it's dead.
oh, that's terrible! Guess this one has 18650 type of battery, it should be replaceable.
Zhi Yun (Ji Yun)
I think it's "Ju In" - confirmed by Potatojet as well.
Hahaha yeah I’ve heard him saying that but as I as a person living in China for 6 years. It shouldn’t sound Ju-in.
BTW I loved your review 👍🏼
i like video for you,
Thank you for that!
Cracks me up every time I hear someone try to pronounce Zhi Yun.
🙂🤫
@@TechMishka The Chinese pronunciation (not including tones) is similar to "jer" in "jersey" and then close to "yoon" (rhymes with moon). Adding a strong "r" sound in "jer" will make you sound like you are from Beijing. Soften up that "r", and you'll sound like you are from farther south. It's weird, but "zh" makes a "j" sound and "i" (without a following consonant) adds an "r" sound. If you can work on getting your pronunciation close, you'll be the first laowai (aka foreigner) outside of China I've heard pronounce this company correctly! You can do it!
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I don't really see why it should cost more than DJI Osmo 3 given that they are targetted at the same market and DJI is a stronger name/brand. I forsee that prices for this will come down real fast.
it has vortex mode that the dji osmo mobile 3 is lacking.
@@PuntokUno1014 thanks for letting me know.
@@wwbren im still in a delima between smooth q2 or the dji osmo mobile 3. I just love the vortex mode and 360 pan rotation of the q2. But i like the hyperlapse, timelapse and face tracking of osmo mobile 3. Huhu i cant buy both of them.
@@PuntokUno1014 choose the one whose features you will use more often. Personally i think I don't see vortex or 360 pan being used in every one of my videos but hyperlapse, and face tracking can.
But then these features are software so the smooth q2 might get updated in times to come, whereas vortex and 360 pan are hardware based.
I am surprised you gave this piece of junk such a good review as you use OnePlus Android - you KNOW its designed for iPhones which is why the motor regularly either comes into view or causes the whole gimbal to vibrate if you try to move the camera to the side. Its a fundamental design problem which therefore makes it a POOR gimbal ( unless your into iPhones) Android users - don't waste your money you WILL be disappointed and will look to spend your hard earned cash again on a better product.
Interesting.....so what to buy because it seems all the gimbals out there seems to be optimized for iPhone.
I have a Samsung Note 8.....what is your suggestion
@@LittleThingsinJapan Have a look at the Moza Mini - has a lot going for it especially if you might want to attach a Rhode or a light. You 100% won't have ANY issues with android, phone size or a motor appearing in the footage.
The gimbal worked fine, and I liked the fact it is actually small; The foldable concept of the alternatives this year don't offer anything better.
The motors were powerful enough to compensate the lack of balance. And I agree with you that if the camera is not on the top-side of the phone, there might be better alternatives.
@@tobyjugg6202 thanks a lot!