Zhiyun Smooth 5 Review & Tutorial
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- čas přidán 31. 07. 2024
- Is the new Zhiyun Smooth 5 the best gimbal for smartphone filmmakers? Find out what I think in my review.
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00:00 Intro
01:16 Zhiyun Smooth 5
01:56 Max Payload?
02:21 What's in the Box?
03:54 The Big Phone Test
04:46 Gimbal in Shot?
05:31 Phone Clamp
06:00 How to Connect a Microphone
06:57 2 Options for Portrait Mode
07:40 Fill Light & Filters
08:19 Motor Range
09:17 Focus / Zoom Wheel
09:39 Gimbal Modes
11:15 Shutter / Record Button
11:24 Trigger Controls
12:57 Joystick Controls
13:25 Filmic Pro Support? - Krátké a kreslené filmy
1. On point
2. Honest
3. Clear suggestion to buy, no ambiguity
4. Tested with case, filters, lenses ( nobody has reviewed that before for this gimbal )
Thank you very much to take time out and providing this amazing review. 🙌🙌🙌
I know you posted this last year but I have to say, you got straight to the point and you explained everything in a way which even I was able to understand.
I am buying this :)
The most comprehensive review I've seen on the Smooth 5. Thank you!
Have just taken mine out of its box for the first time and popped it on charge while I watch your tutorial / review (which is excellent by the way). Looking forward to using it!
cantact me ,i have free gimbal
I've watched many reviews on a wide variety of products.. Your reviews are the absolute best! Thank you! 👏
Thank you 😊
I've seen a few other reviews on this and other gimbals from the brand but this one takes the cake.
Best point made here was the gimbal obscures the preview but that this is better than having it in the recording. Thank you for clarifying this.
I just shot a full length feature on an LGV40. Twenty months of intense, focused work. I used a Hohem iSteady X for a lot of it, always with a clipped on variable ND filter and it worked pretty well. Not the app, but just for stabilization that gimbal was pretty good. And I pushed it to its limits. The app didn’t work better than my controls in the phone, so I just used the LG for all my manual settings. Shot 24fps. Greatest creative experience of my life. Can’t wait to submit to your festival when you open it up again. I’ve learned a lot from your channel. Thank you for that. Always looking forward to more content from you.
That's awesome! Congratulations 👏
Thank you for this review! I first saw a blurb about the Smooth 5 a few days ago. I am considering purchasing this item. Great work, as always.
This is a complete guide, thanks for sharing and taking the time to do your research and place the info in a such way that is easy for us to understand it.
Good job explaining! Thank you! Very helpful! I just ordered one. Can’t wait to play with it!
Great vid! The best review so far of the smooth 5. My DJI phone gimbals drive me mad!!! Have this one on order. Cheers
After recording video with the Moza Mini-Mi gimbal, it was so frustrating when using a widescreen lens to always find the motor or part of the gimbal in the videos I was taking. I’m glad that this is not a problem with the Smooth 5! Great review!
Solid review, appreciate your info on Filmic Pro integration straight from the manufacturers and developers. It's a well designed product but the software/integration is weak right now. I found that even in ZY Cami, the zoom function works but the focus does not work on the wheel. Biggest improvements in my view - 1) motors are stronger and quieter 2) no obstruction of ultrawide lens by gimbal 3) no need for counterweights even when using Moment lenses and filters.
Have you done the firmware upgrade?
I’ve just got mine, and I’m having the same problem with the focus wheel. Also, my follow tracking doesn’t seem to work properly either. It’s frustrating because it feels pretty solid other than that. But I might send it back, as those are 2 of the reasons I got it.
Very clear, honest video presented with a nice calm approach. Thank you for the content :)
Fantastic review of a really promising product! I have a smooth 4 and been using it for a while now, Mayne Christmas is a perfect time for an upgrade!
Very informative video and well presented. I like your calm voice which adds to the all round high quality of the video. Well done, Sir!
Thanks Simon for the great video. It gave me a kick start to this gimbal and I highly recommend to anyone who just started gimbaling like me. Cheers!
Thank you for this, I found your channel through a search result of this video.
I am looking to dive into this world, so this and some of your other videos are mighty handy. 😎
The focus pull ring could be such a game changer holy shit, I just wish they’d build a gimbal strong enough to support a phone in a cage so that way you could use a DOF adapter or actual lenses too
Looks like a solid upgrade from the Smooth 4. Good review, and thanks for sharing.
Nice job! I have been using zhiyun smooth 5 for the last 10 days and I am very satisfied!
Excited for this
This video is fire.... a very detailed review, Than you!
Smooth review. Thanks mate
Just got iPhone 13 pro max with Smallrig case and anamorphic lens. Itching to get a gimbal for this to round out the kit and your vid confirmed that Zhiyun Smooth 5 is the right choice. Didn’t get the add-ons, but I think it’ll do. Thanks for sharing!
Have had mine a couple of weeks. AWESOME!
Amazing video as I ordered this to use with my 14 pro max. Thank you.
You're an artist 😊 thank you for this detailed, informative and so pleasant to watch video.
Thank you Sarah glad you enjoyed it 😀 😊
I'm new to this place? but what an absolute perfection of a review, i wish other reviewers had a similar showing! Thanks for the review anyways as now I'm for sure going to get this, i had the DJI om 5 in mind but having a iPhone 13 pro that has a heavy case it might of been tricky. Thanks a lot!
I like the music in the demo.Sounds like I am watching a nice dramatic scene.
Thank you for reviewing, I just got mine
Brilliant review video and overview thank you
Thank your review. I love it!
Simon, thanks so much. Gimbal reviews are most welcome.
U deserve more subscribers ur so underrated man much love keep it up
Appreciate it
Very helpful. Thank you.
Thx for this great review👌
You never do a bad video! Thank you.
Very nice review, straight to the point. Finally a dedicated smartphone gimbal which can support a heavier set up.
It is not suitable for professional purposes because the microphone cannot be connected. Unsuccessful design, useless gimbal model.
@@swiatnabiwaku853 I think L type adapter can fix this problem. I am also searching for best gimbal and I will use wireless mic. Unfortunately there is no best and suiting for all requirements(
@@swiatnabiwaku853 for professional purposes you don’t use a phone. Useless comment
Great review thank you!
Very nice clear review full of useful information .
Great review!
Brilliant review.
StaCam app support for Smooth 5: czcams.com/video/aY7NsdlR4m4/video.html
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Note: the focus wheel needs the app to be in manual mode, which I believe is not available to Android devices. But hopefully, when FiLMiC Pro adds support this will also include focus wheel control.
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Ps. I was checking the manual and the stated payload is 200±35g 🤔 I guess the most important is real life experience, but sounds risky..
The DJI 5 manual says its payload is 230±60g, which would actually be stronger than the Smooth 5. I’m confused. Some light on this would be appreciated.
@@MickaLuna which manual are you reading. The one I got from here says max 300 grams www.zhiyun-tech.com/en/download/software/490/1/show?type=website&page=second_nav&source=download
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT MOMENT SHOWS IT HAS THE GIMBAL BUT AS SOON AS U ORDER IT IT SHOWS ITS NOT IN STOCK AND IT WILL DELAY..KEEP THAT IN MIND AND PURCHASE IT
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This was helpful!
Love the video. I am going to make the purchase.
Your house looks beautiful! Great taste 👌
YES this is sick!
Good to see Filmic Pro now supports it.
Thank you Simon! Excellent presentation! Most useful. ;-) T
With smooth 5, can we still use the iphone native camera app since iphone have a cinematic mode, and if it does, will the record button still function without using the cami app?
Thanks 🙏 for your video… you probably forgot that you asked me to wait till NOV to buy a new gimbal 😀… my waiting time is for sure paid off… I ordered it and can’t wait …. Thanks again. Happy holidays 🙏👍
ah glad you held out. Happy holidays!
It's definitely the best smartphone gimbal I've ever used.You can get shots from almost every angles with no limitation!It would be great if smooth 5 could be integrated with Filmic pro!
It is not suitable for professional purposes because the microphone cannot be connected. Unsuccessful design, useless gimbal model.
@@swiatnabiwaku853 use an 90 degree Adapter and you are fine
On the topic of the mic being difficult to fit. What do you think about L shaped cables?
Pre-ordered one as soon as I heard about it’s payload. Can’t wait to start using it!
Easy Review and clearly understood. I saw some of the cheap gibals has remote control to take picture or control the gimbol. Is there any for this gimbal?
best review❤
Would you think this or the Moza mini p would be better? (I like the idea of being able to switch from phone to action cam with the Moza). Form factor looks similar. Thank you
Can you make a video explaining all the modes in great detail and which shots they are used for pls
New to product. Question: Did the timplapse waypoints work with zoom in the smooth 4? Would you expect it in smooth 5 eventually?
many thanks for this video. can I use the dji wireless microphone with the iphone pro max and this gimbal?
Beautiful video.
I'vd been waiting for your review Simon. Was considering the Crane M3 or the Ronin SC2 but both are pricey. This one is a no brainer. Definately getting the Smooth 5 👍😄
Good choice!
It is not suitable for professional purposes because the microphone cannot be connected. Unsuccessful design, useless gimbal model.
I've been using just a small tripod for the last year but I have developed shakes in my hand so my filming has been effected drasticall. So I started looking at gimbals months ago but I find alot of them feel cheap in the hand and the apps seem clunky and are hit or miss with android, and buying cheap always comes with disappointments so you end up not using what bought so buying quality but not ridiculously priced. I live in 🇨🇦 so the price is $209 for just the gimbal with tripod and $276 with the combo. Shiyun Smooth 5 seems like a well thought out gimbal with the button locations and having a joystick as well.
Awesome review thank you very much. I’m gonna purchase one. I was just wondering do you think that would work with a GoPro as well. Thank you
Thank you very much for your valuable teachings .
Is it possible to program the joystick to be less sensitive or to move slower?
Best wishes.
Julio.
Great tutorial and I’m sure once I work out how to charge it (Cable supplied has USB B one end with USB C the other?)
Getting it powered and understanding the indicator flashing combinations would have been a useful segment😉)
Thank You brother :)
Thank you so much!! And i have a question. I have the om4 and smooth 4. Ive been using the smooth 4 for about 2-3 years now, the om4 since august. Is the smooth 5 worth my christmas gift? I really like the smooth 5 comparing it to smooth 4 its a huge difference thanks again!
Excellent review, Simon. I would like to know if gimbal motor noise is noticed when recording a video.
So I bought this and it doesn't keep the roll axis stable. it wobbles back and forth. Normal> Defective? Using an iPhone 13 Pro Max.
love your review but i wonder can i use this gimbal to do low angle shots or high angle? like putting it on a pole and the phone pointing down? also wonder isf there is a way to ajust the gimbal when its on a pole by an extra app, cabe or something?
Any word on when Zhiyun Smooth 5
will work with Filmic Pro???
Does anyone know why my audio is not recording on the Smooth 5 with an Iphone 12 pro max and StaCam app? There is literally NO support or forums for this gimbal!
Is there any way to add a mic to this while using an iPhone 12 Pro Max..?
So, I got my samsung galaxy 23 ultra, and I want to get the Freewell case with filters. Would it still function properly?
How did you remove the watermark from your footage? I have took delivery of this today after watching your comprehensive review, thank you for your work!
Smooth 5 or crane 2m at same budget today?? What’s the difference and what is better?
Hello , excellent video, I have a query, I have tried to find the
option from the gimbal to be able to change the "video recording" option
to take a photo, I saw in the video that you turned the wheel, but
nevertheless it does not work for me , and it is a bit inconvenient to
have to change the option from the mobile. please help me.
So I bought the smooth 5 and want to use it on Zoom and Teams calls with object tacking IE my face. How do I get the tracking to work in apps other then the one that comes with the Smooth 5?
I’m just wondering if the om5 is worth the convenience but I guess they’re for different jobs
I have an iPhone 13 Pro Max and it’s in an Otterbox Defender Series Pro XT case. Do I need to remove my case before mounting or can I leave it in the case when mounting?
Okay , so we get an upgrade in payload but we are still running well over limit with Max phones and add-on lenses. Is the market for ultra heavy payload smart phone gimbals so small that few companies jump in and make one?
Thanks ❤so much
Doubts (iphone 11 pro max)
1- the focus function of ZY cami, can you buy it?
2- with Fimic-pro the focus does not work with the ultra wide angle lens, I do not understand.
3- How is the cell phone charging port that is on the upper motor used?
Greetings from Bolivia.
How can I use the front facing camera on an iphone 13 pro max? Can you use it with the arm facing the other way?
hi people just purchased smooth 5 but when i put into lock mode does not seem to be locking still moving side to side when walking straight forward seems to be balanced correct any ideas where im going wrong cheers
Can this support the iPhone 13 pro max and will it show cinematic as a choice ?
Just wish the Moment lens adaptors for the iPhone Pro Max would ship already ~ I pre-ordered back the first week of October and just got an email that they have been delayed again now expected to deliver the end of December ~ I picked up both the Smooth 5 and the Crane M3 ~ SmallRig has a cage for the iPhone 13 Pro Max that takes the moment lenses but it is too large to the Smooth 5 thought it was fairly simple to balance on the Crane M3
I watched your video, and took the plunge. Although got the 5S. Am I missing something? Does the tracking only work on the selfie camera?
How do you know if the smooth 5 is charging and finish charging?
Thank you!
Hi! Thanks for the review.
Do you know if could add to this device a monopad or stick??
Regards!
Does it work as good on the galaxy note 20 ultra because thinking on buying this for my s22 ultra but if the software is better optimized for Apple I don't want the gimbal anymore
Was leaning toward the DJI OM 5 but I read it's app doesn't provide full features to android phones and can't handle large phones. Is this true? If so I'll go for the Shiyun Smooth 5. Thanks for the video!
Should i turn off my iPhone 11's built in stabilization while shooting HD 50fps? Landscape/skyscraper shots.
These gimbals and nice and all but can they be used without built in image stabilization and be acceptably stable without some sort of software later? I have an S22 and it suffers from video stutters once every 10 seconds or so with image stabil on. I will be experimenting with it on my old heavy Glidecam with image stabil turned off to see. Maybe that's all I need.
Hello. I experience a strange display while charging the Smooth5. The Leds of the mode window switch from 0, 1, 2, 3 & 5 leds , then the cycle can be a little different (1, 2 & 5). But finally after several hours, the display never switch to 5 continuous leds which is expected when charge is complète. Thank you in advance for your help.
Regarding usb port: why not using cable with 90 degr connector?