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	This Item ZHIYUN Crane Plus 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer for DSLR and Mirrorless Camera compatible Sony Panasonic LUMIX Nikon Canon POV Large Payload Timelapse Object Tracking New Version ZHIYUN Crane V2	Recommendations FeiyuTech SCORP-C Camera Stabilizer Gimbal for DSLR and Mirrorless Camera, Camera Handheld Gimbal 3-Axis, 5.5lbs Payload, for Sony α7Ⅳ A6300/A6400 A7S3 a9/a7 for Canon 5D3/80D for Nikon D7500/Z5/Z6 II	dummy ZHIYUN Weebill 2 SE, 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer for DSLR Mirrorless Cameras for Sony Nikon Canon Panasonic Lumix BMPPC 6K, Double Tripod, Foldable Full-Color Touchscreen	dummy Zhiyun Weebill 3 Combo 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer for DSLR Camera Mirrorless Cameras, Compatible with Sony Nikon Canon Panasonic LUMIX, TransMount Wrist Rest, Extendable Sling Grip Included	dummy ZHIYUN Weebill 3S Gimbal Stabilizer for DSLR and Mirrorless Camera Canon/Nikon/Sony/Panasonic/Fujifilm,Fill Light,Native Vertical Shooting	dummy DJI RS 3, 3-Axis Gimbal for DSLR and Mirrorless Camera Canon/Sony/Panasonic/Nikon/Fujifilm, 3 kg (6.6 lbs) Payload, Automated Axis Locks, 1.8" OLED Touchscreen, Professional Camera Stabilizer
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Quality of material	4.3	4.3	4.1	3.7	4.6	4.1
Battery life	4.2	—	4.3	3.7	—	4.2
Ergonomic	—	4.1	4.1	3.2	4.6	—
Stability	—	3.8	4.1	—	4.8	3.3
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compatible devices	Camera	For Sony Camera: RX100 Ⅲ (RX100M3) / RX100 Ⅳ (RX100M4) / RX100M5A / RX100 Ⅵ (RX100M6) / RX100 Ⅶ (RX100M7) / ZV-1 / DSC-WX500 / DSC-HX90 / DSC-RX10 Ⅲ / DSC-RX10 Ⅳ / ZV-E10 / a6100 / a6300 / a6400 / a6500 / a6600 / Α7S / A7S II / A7R / A7R II / A7R III / A7R IV / a7R M4A / a7 Ⅱ (A7M2) / a7 Ⅲ (A7M3) / a9 / a9 II / A7C / a1 / a7S III / FX3 / a7 Ⅳ（A7M4）; For Canon Camera: EOS M50 / EOS M50 Mark II / EOS M6 Mark II / Powershot G7 X Mark III / EOS 200D II / EOS 850D / EOS 90D / EOS 5D Mark IV / EOS 5DS R / EOS RP / EOS R / EOS R5 / EOS R6; For Nikon Camera: Z6 / Z6 Ⅱ / D7500 / Z fc; For Panasonic Camera: GH5S / GH5 / GH4 / G9 / S5; For Fujifilm Camera: X-T20 / X-T30 / X-A5 / X-A7 / X-T100 / X-H1 / X-T3 / X-T4 / X-E3 /; For SIGMA Camera: FP, Camera	Camera	Camera	Camera	Camera
max. recommended weight	2.5 kilograms	2500 grams	128 grams	1.13 kilograms	3 kilograms	3 kilograms
weight	2.5 kilograms	1200 grams	1400 grams	1.1 kilograms	1100 grams	1.5 kilograms

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Handheld Gimbal
How do I make sure the stabilizer is compatible with my phone/camera (+ lens)?

Please refer to the compatibility list on the Zhiyun website.

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Product Description

Crane Plus firmware upgrade video For macOS system User, please check: youtu.be/FFCHG9zMly8

For window System User, please check: youtu.be/F0kfWU9dxLw

Notice. Please fully charge your gimbal before using or updating the gimbal firmware.

CAUTION 1: Gimbal Balancing is a Must. Please search video on youtube to BALANCE the gimbal before power on. Or follow manul instrucction, If you fail to balance the gimbal with your camera, please send us message, we will help you, counterweight may be required for heavy DSLRs.

######## 2: If you are encounter jerky problem, please check the MOTOR POWER setting( User guide page 28). Select the proper setting for your setup. Low fo A7s below, Medium for A7s, High for Canon 5D.

######## 3: There are lots of tutorial videos on YOUTUBE that will help you master the gimbal.

######## 4. Other Important notice:

a. Please check The Compatibility List(Specification Sheet) at Technical Specification before purchasing, to make sure your camera and lens are fully supported;
b. Gimbal Balancing is a Must, please check the User manual, or check the balancing Video instruction on YouTube.

ZY Play App Compability: iOS 9.0 or Later Version & Android 5.0 or Later Version. (Turn on GPS and Bluetooth on phone to connect the App)

Features:

1. A massive capable payload of 2.5kg: Crane Plus can handle a massive weight capacity of up to 2.5kg (5.51lbs). Whether you're using mirrorless cameras with kit lenses or your using professional grade DSLRs with heavier lenses, Crane Plus can now handle a significantly wider range of camera and lens combinations.

2. Motion memory: Using the new MotionMemory feature with Crane Plus allows you to setup advanced camera movements and save them so Crane Plus will remember them for the future.

3. Newly designed POV (Point of View) mode: Crane Plus adds a newly designed POV (Point of View) mode that allows for additional camera movement by providing up to 45 degrees of synchronous motion on the roll axis.

4. Intelligent object tracking: Crane Plus supports object-tracking via phone app control. Draw a box around the object you want to track on the phone screen, then your Crane Plus can easily track the moving object and shoot excellent scenes free hands.

5. Nightlapse: Using Crane Plus with NightLapse, you can capture stunning star trails, moving nighttime traffic, capture the passage of time over beautiful nighttime landscapes.

6. All-in-one Design: Comes with a camera control cable realize synchronous operation on both your camera and stabilizer like taking a photo or zooming. Combined with a dedicated phone APP - ZY Play, Crane Plus helps to realize various advanced shootings, like motion timelapse and panoramas. In the event when a SONY camera is connected: Push the Shifter Lever in T direction to zoom out and in W direction to zoom in.

7. Full set of accessories: Anti-Slip sweatband (for extended use) Camera Cables for Controlling and Charging Your Compatible Camera Aluminum tripod for setting your Crane Plus down and using as an extended grip.

Specification:

Tilting Angle Range: 360°
Rolling Angle Range: 360°
Panning Angle Range: 360°
Valid Payload: 350g - 2500g (min.-max.)
Working Mode: Left & Right Following & Selfie, Following, Locking, POV
Battery: 2pcs 3.7V 3600mAh 26500 Batteries (Included.)
Battery Runtime: 12h - 18h (min.-max.)
Charging Time: 3h (standard)

EACHSHOT Cleaning Cloth: The ultimate way to safely clean your phone screen and its lens etc!

Package List:

1 x Zhiyun Crane Plus, 1 x Battery Compartment, 1 x 26500 Battery Charger, 2 x 26500 Battery, 1 x Micro USB Cable, 1 x Lens Mounting Clamp, 2 x Mounting Screw, 1 x TRM03 Tripod, 1 x Grip Tape, 1 x ZW-CTIA-002 Cable for Panasonic, 1 x ZW-CTIA-003 Cable for Sony, 1 x Hard Case, 1 x User Manual(English), 1 x EACHSHOT Cleaning Cloth

Advanced Features:


Capable Payload of 2.5kg Using our cutting-edge, 6th generation Instune Algorithm System to power the motors, Crane Plus can handle a massive weight capacity of up to 2.5kg (5.51lbs). Whether you're using mirrorless cameras with kit lenses or your using professional grade DSLRs with heavier lenses, Crane Plus can now handle a significantly wider range of camera and lens combinations.	POV Mode Crane Plus adds a newly designed POV (Point of View) mode that allows for additional camera movement by providing up to 45 degrees of synchronous motion on the roll axis, What this means is that rather than Crane Plus keeping the camera level when you roll left or right, POV mode will move with you and roll your camera left or right, up to 45 degrees. Even simpler, when you move, your camera moves with you.	Intelligent Object Tracking Crane Plus supports object-tracking via phone app control ZY PLAY. Draw a box around the object you want to track on the phone screen, then your Crane Plus can easily track the moving object and shoot excellent scenes free hands.

Mode Features:


MotionMemory Using the new MotionMemory feature with Crane Plus allows you to setup advanced camera movements and save them so Crane Plus will remember them for the future. It will even remember all of your timelapse settings like the interval, number of shots, duration, and more! Now, with a simple click of a button you can repeat the same moving shots over and over again.	NightLapse Using Crane Plus with NightLapse, you can capture stunning star trails, moving nighttime traffic, capture the passage of time over beautiful nighttime landscapes, and all with the stunning motion and stability that only Crane Plus can provide.	Synchronous Operation Crane Plus comes with two camera control cables, one for Sony another for Panasonic. Control cables can realize synchronous operation on both your Sony / Panasonic camera and stabilizer like taking a photo or zooming. Single press the power buttom to take photo and double press to take video. If connected with Sony: Push the Shifter Lever in T direction to zoom out and in W direction to zoom in.	Full Set of Accessorie Comes full set of accessories including Anti-Slip sweatband (for extended use) ; Camera Cables for Sony and Panasonic for Controlling ; Charging Cables; Aluminum tripod for setting your Crane Plus down and also can be used as an extended grip.

Control Cables for Sony & Panasonic

Comes with camera control cables for Sony & Panasonic.

Compatible Stabilizer Version: CRANE, CRANE-M, CRANE-Plus with firmware version of V1.50 and above.

Sony Camera Control Line: compatible with Sony RX series, H series, QX series, All Series ILDCs.
Supports: 1. Shutter Release 2. Video Recording 3. Zooming (with electrical lenses eg: E PZ 18-105mm F4 GOSS, E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS).

Panasonice Camera Control Line: compatible with Panasonic GH series.
Supports: 1. Shutter control 2.Video Recording

Note: Please turn on Crane Plus before camera.

What's in the box

Zhiyun Crane Plus and accessories

Product information

Package Dimensions

14.09 x 12.28 x 4.45 inches

Item Weight

5.5 pounds

ASIN

B078ZGVHQK

Item model number

Crane Plus with EACHSHOT Kit

Batteries

2 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included)

Customer Reviews

4.3 525 ratings

4.3 out of 5 stars

Best Sellers Rank

#895 in Professional Video Stabilizers

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer

No

Date First Available

December 29, 2017

Manufacturer

Zhiyun

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Customers like the quality, smoothness, and value of the gimbal. For example, they say it's well built, produces amazing video results, and is easy to use. That said, opinions are mixed on ease of use, calibration, weight, and stabilization.

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70 customers mention63 positive7 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the gimbal. They mention that it is well-built, functional, and useful. Some are impressed with its performance, saying that the results are outstanding.

"...It feels pretty solid and the batteries last anywhere from 12-18 hours depending on you camera setup.To summarise:Cons: 1...." Read more

"...] 2 weeks later and so far I'm pretty impressed with its performance...." Read more

"Purchased this gimbal to film a wedding and it performed it's job admirably...." Read more

"This gimbal is awesome! Easy to use but it takes a couple of weeks to really get the hang of it...." Read more

18 customers mention14 positive4 negative

Customers like the video quality of the gimbal. They say the video looks amazing, cinematic, and dramatic. They also say the product yields great footage and allows for creative shots. Customers also say it adds so much to their videos and is very nice.

"...You can get really creative with shots and finely control movement with the conveitnely placed joystick accompanied with Zhiyun's apps)...." Read more

"...YouTube videos are very helpful...." Read more

"The Zhi-Yun Crane Plus is a cool piece of technology. The videos I've taken look stunning with my Sony A6300, very professional and smooth...." Read more

"...The software gets easily confused and maybe crashes. The gimbal goes crazy and then I have to re-pair the app...." Read more

17 customers mention12 positive5 negative

Customers like the smoothness of the footage with the camera support. They say it looks incredibly smooth, and it smooths out any jitter.

"...especially with the dual grip (I use the Neewer brand one) looks incredibly smooth...." Read more

"...I've taken look stunning with my Sony A6300, very professional and smooth...." Read more

"...if you are using the joystick control for the pitch arm it does not stop smoothly (even when set to 200 smoothness) but rather abruptly and you can..." Read more

"...with a Sigma 16mm f/4 wide angle lens I was very impressed by the smoothness of the footage...." Read more

15 customers mention15 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the gimbal. They say it's a great investment, a really good stabilizer for the price, and an invaluable tool. Overall, customers say it’s worth the hassle.

"...crew, a YouTuber or an indie film maker, this gimbal is an infititely valuable and versatile tool...." Read more

"...Overall it is a solid choice for a motorized gimbal at a fair price point. I would not hesitate to recommend it...." Read more

"...Then I saw the Crane Plus, read the reviews, and the price was right, so I pulled the trigger. So far, I don't regret it...." Read more

"The gimbal is definitely worth the money. It is made from high quality materials and therefore gives a top-notch feel...." Read more

30 customers mention19 positive11 negative

Customers are mixed about the ease of use. Some mention it's simple and easy to use, with a flawless user experience. The app is great for initial setup but not necessary for operation. However, others say it'll take a steep learning curve to get to a comfortable level.

"This gimbal is awesome! Easy to use but it takes a couple of weeks to really get the hang of it...." Read more

"...It's actually really simple and easy. Quick to balance the camera and it's very stable and the shots you can do are so fun...." Read more

"...second con to the Crane Plus gimbal and that is it's a little tough to tell what mode you're in, for there's no display or beeps to indicate the..." Read more

"...Once you get the hang of it, it's pretty easy to zip around and have smooth motions... However it's mode controls are a bit awkward...." Read more

23 customers mention12 positive11 negative

Customers are mixed about the calibration of the camera support. Some mention that it's easy to balance the camera during setup, while others say that they have trouble balancing their camera.

"...It's actually really simple and easy. Quick to balance the camera and it's very stable and the shots you can do are so fun...." Read more

"...To summarise:Cons: 1. Balancing can be a little tricky. (Though it my be me for I'm a newbie)..." Read more

"...final setting when I first attach the camera to it again, it's quick to calibrate, usually takes less than a minute...." Read more

"...If you do this, you can get it to balance but it's not a proper balance, and if you tried to use the pitch axis the gimbal would really struggle and..." Read more

16 customers mention8 positive8 negative

Customers are mixed about the weight of the camera support. Some mention that it's very light weight, easy to hold, and portable. Others say that it gets a bit heavy after a while and that the electrical motors can't handle much weight.

"...Pros: 1. Lightweight and has a solid build giving you a good feeling that it won't break after the first use. 2...." Read more

"...I have a Panasonic Lumix G7 and it is too light to balance without using a larger lens. That's really the gimbal's fault but it's worth noting...." Read more

"...My camera is very light weight, especially with the kit lens on it, I would say not even 5 or 6 lbs...." Read more

"...is NOT designed to have a phone mounted on a cold shoe - it's way too top heavy...." Read more

15 customers mention9 positive6 negative

Customers are mixed about the stabilization of the camera support. Some mention that it has great features and is remarkable for small to medium sized cameras. However, others say that the device still shakes and vibrates drastically. The battery life is great, but it occasionally jerks and the lens does a small bounce.

"...Stabilization was great and it's follow function did a lot of the work for me...." Read more

"...but rather abruptly and you can seen the lens do a small bounce. This is just the nature of having such a heavy lens!..." Read more

"...The tripod stand is a nice and welcome addition, it helps tremendously when balancing the camera...." Read more

"...The video shows continuous vibrations on two axis (yes I'm moving too but that's why we use a gimbal!)" Read more

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John R. Pepp

Zhiyun Crane Plus is a Pleasant Surprise!

Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2018

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I'm just starting to get into videography and this is my first gimbal. I have to admit it was a little daunting setting the gimbal up with my Sony A7R III camera with a Zeiss Batis 25/2 lens. The first time balancing the camera on the gimbal was a little frustrating at first and that was even watching a couple of nice YouTube videos. I have to say doing the first balance was the toughest and future balancing actually became a little fun. I personally found setting the Crane Plus on the ground with its tripod attached and sitting in a chair the easiest way to balance it. Then just take one axis at a time and the balancing should go a little smoother.
Just getting into video I found it a little tough find the best mode to be in, but watching YouTube videos has help me understand what mode I should be in. This leads to my second con to the Crane Plus gimbal and that is it's a little tough to tell what mode you're in, for there's no display or beeps to indicate the mode the you're in. Though I think I am finally getting the hang in what mode I'm in. It's nice that you can use your smartphone to control the gimbal if you so wish to do so. It's my opinion that the Zhiyun Crane Plus would be best used with a Panasonic or Sony camera, for it seems right now to be the only two camera systems that is supported really well. I wouldn't put any big lenses on the camera and diffidently no large camera bodies on the Crane Plus. If had the money I think I would put the Sony A6500 body on the gimbal or even wait for the Sony A7000 camera body. Though the Sony A series cameras are pretty small and light as it is. You shouldn't have any problems with balancing and carrying the gimbal around with one of those camera bodies.
The gimbal come in a nice small hard case the Crane Plus gimbal is small enough to put it in a backpack. It feels pretty solid and the batteries last anywhere from 12-18 hours depending on you camera setup.

To summarise:
Cons:
1. Balancing can be a little tricky. (Though it my be me for I'm a newbie)
2. Figuring out what mode you are in can be a little difficult or tricky, plus figuring out the other controls can be a little frustration as well.
Pros:
1. Lightweight and has a solid build giving you a good feeling that it won't break after the first use.
2. It's small making it travel with it a pleasure.
3. Batteries last a long time.
4. The most important pro that it's fun to operate once you get how to use it properly.

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Jeremy

Great gimbal - can balance a Sigma 18-35 with some counterweight modifications! Check my video to see

Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2018

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2 weeks later and so far I'm pretty impressed with its performance. One of my main concerns with getting a gimbal was that it had to be able to balance the sigma 18-35 w/ a GH5 (my setup). Unfortunately it wasn't able to balance it without dropping the roll arm all the way down. If you do this, you can get it to balance but it's not a proper balance, and if you tried to use the pitch axis the gimbal would really struggle and just stop and reset. This bummed me out but I knew the Crane plus was capable of this load capacity (much more even) so I decided to try adding some counter weight to the back of the GH5.

At first I taped an old battery from a canon camera to the back of the GH5 and with the additional weight I could lift the roll arm higher and still get a stationary balance. Now this also allowed me to move the pitch up and down. However, the gimbal was still technically not balanced properly because with the gimbal off you should be able to move it in any position and it will stay.

So I decided to get some industrial strength velcro and put it on the back side of the GH5. The counterweights I used were 2x210 gram weights from my old steadicam. This makes the whole setup about a pound heavier but allows you to balance the gimbal very well without it being powered on. Still not perfect because it will not balance on the roll arm, but it will stay in any position for the pitch arm - check my video.

The only other downside is that if you are using the joystick control for the pitch arm it does not stop smoothly (even when set to 200 smoothness) but rather abruptly and you can seen the lens do a small bounce. This is just the nature of having such a heavy lens! It looks bad if you're trying to achieve a cinematic camera movement. You can combat this in 2 ways. If you want to use the joystick then try this - as your moving the joystick in one direction quickly move into the opposite and hold for a second or so then let go. This will make the gimbal decelerate and come to a smooth stop. It's not easy to do and will take practice to get the timing right. The easier thing to do is to just put it in follow mode, no issues with the pitch, just super smoothness!

Like anything it takes practice and I still need to work on my walking and grip of the gimbal but I believe it can get me all the smooth motions that I am looking to achieve. I feel that the dual grip handle bar might help a lot with steadiness so it will probably be a purchase I make in the future. Hopefully this information will help someone with a similar setup!

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Matthew K

Solid Starter Gimbal/ NOT MEANT FOR LIGHTER MIRRORLESS CAMERAS

Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2019

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Purchased this gimbal to film a wedding and it performed it's job admirably. Stabilization was great and it's follow function did a lot of the work for me.

HOWEVER, there are newer models out now for the same price that overcome the pitfalls of this one. Namely how the axis point is dead center in front of the camera's viewfinder making it difficult to set up shots and adjust settings. The app for Zhiyun could also use improvements. There's no instructions on how to adjust gimbal settings and sometimes the adjustments don't even save.

Also if you are using a mirrorless camera, BEWARE. I have a Panasonic Lumix G7 and it is too light to balance without using a larger lens. That's really the gimbal's fault but it's worth noting. If you're looking to buy your first gimbal I'd suggest either going cheaper and using a steady cam or getting something with better stabilization and app experience like a DJI Ronin S

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Richard

Stable boi by @therichardkelly

Reviewed in Canada on July 22, 2018

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Beautiful. This stabilizer is so fantastic and everything I needed to step up my filmmaking. I named it "stable boi". I use it every week. I'm constantly filming video on it. The best feature is the dutch tilt mode. I'm a big fan. 10/10

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Item Weight	2.5 Kilograms
Maximum Weight Recommendation	2.5 Kilograms

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Capable Payload of 2.5kg

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Full Set of Accessorie

Control Cables for Sony & Panasonic

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