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Reddit mentions of Zhiyun Crane V2 3 Axis Brushless Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer 3 32Bit MCUs Brushless Motors with Encoders for Mirrorless Camera Sony A7 Series Panasonic LUMIX Series Nikon J Series Canon M Series
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We found 12 Reddit mentions of Zhiyun Crane V2 3 Axis Brushless Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer 3 32Bit MCUs Brushless Motors with Encoders for Mirrorless Camera Sony A7 Series Panasonic LUMIX Series Nikon J Series Canon M Series. Here are the top ones.
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Shaun Crane V2 is Designed for DSLR and Mirrorless Cameras weights between 0. 77Lb/350g and 3. 96Lb/1800g, Such as the Sony A7S and Panasonic GH4, and Includes An Attachable Lens Support for Long Lenses. You May Also Contact Us to Confirm the Comp ability with Your Set Up before Your Purchase: )The first handheld gimbal with CCI (camera control interface), thus the camera's shutter and focus can be controlled by the buttons on gimbal's handle. 3 operation modes. Quick, simple and tool-less camera mounting system saves time and effort.3 axis 360 Degree unlimited rotation. With the automotive grade magnetic encoders attached to each motor, The gimbal can sense every 0. 02-Degree change intervals. Any shooting requirements Will be perfectly satisfied, I. E. Positive grip, upright shooting, low angle, high flight photography.The industry's first to achieve three 32-bit MCUs running in parallel at incredible 4k hertz. Powerful MCUs (Microcontroller Unit) combined with Shaun's efficient attitude control algorithm and advanced servo control algorithm, the gimbal is able to sense, compute then control the camera to a 0. 01-degree accuracy, within 0. 25 millisecond.Built-in wireless control module can be connected with Shaun's gimbal remote controller or smartphone APP which can also be used for wireless control and firmware upgrade. Supports 2 X 26500 Batteries(Included), provides 6 hours and 12 hours operating time respectively.
Specs:
| Height | 14.173228332 inches |
| Length | 15.74803148 inches |
| Release date | October 2018 |
| Width | 5.511811018 inches |
/u/zznuk - if you are serious about video, you should get a 1024 color, 10-bit Panasonic camera and not the 256 color, 8-bit Sony.
That said, I recommend the GH5s over the GH5. I know you don't like gimbals, but a [$2099 used GH5s with a 90 day warranty from Adorama] (https://adorama.evyy.net/c/60286/51926/1036?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.adorama.com%2Fl%2FUsed%2FCameras%2FPanasonic%7EMirrorless-Cameras%3Fsel%3DModel_Panasonic-GH5s), a [$399 Zhiyun Crane v2] (https://www.amazon.com/Zhiyun-Crane-Brushless-Stabilizer-Mirrorless/dp/B01I2MWUOG//ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) and a [$247.99 Panasonic 25mm f/1.7 lens] (https://www.amazon.com/PANASONIC-LUMIX-MIRRORLESS-THIRDS-H-H025K/dp/B014RD6RC0//ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) will cost you less than a [$1997.99 GH5] (https://www.amazon.com/PANASONIC-Mirrorless-Camera-Megapixels-DC-GH5KBODY/dp/B01MZ3LQQ5//ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) plus a [$799 Voigtlander 25mm f/0.95] (https://www.amazon.com/Voigtlander-Nokton-Manual-Focus-Micro/dp/B00IGQV17Q//ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) - and the GH5s gives you low light results like [this at a base ISO of 2500] (https://vimeo.com/252245892) - a situation where footage from the GH5 would be a lot noisier.
The GH5s will give you images comparable to a $40,000 Arri Alexa Mini for less than $3000, as seen [here] (https://youtu.be/S_r3qiGXTlo).
Hope this is helpful and good luck with your decision!
In only the past week, multiple Amazon sellers offered V2 of the Crane for $512 and $520.
In the past few months, Amazon sellers have on a number of occasions sold it for under $400.
If you buy from Massdrop, it won't deliver until Aug 18th. Buy from Amazon, you'll have it in a few days.
There's also the returns issue. If there's a problem, Amazon will have your back. While Massdrop...
The ZhiYun Crane is highly recommended for the a6300. Nothing more needs to be said.
I'd save up a few dollars and buy this gimbal. Everyone loves it.
the 2 daddies at the moment are the Dji Ronin S and the zhiyun crane 2 (amazon referral links). Don't confuse the crane 2 (the latest model) with the crane V2, although if your budget can't reach then the crane v2 was a good gimbal and certainly powerful enough for your sony.
If you want to go oldschool and not worry about carrying a battery, or lengthy rebalancing if you take the camera on and off then flycam steadicam can be excellent after learning how to use it
the zhiyun crane - http://amzn.to/2fczi9e ... and on a long board.
Great video, love how you own the camera, and it seems you have a supportive partner who films you!! Your editing is great, your camera work is great, you have a gorilla pod, sometimes your shots of walking to the escalator or even of yourself while walking is shake maybe a gimbal would be a good upgrade? I use https://amzn.to/2q4k878 or Maybe it's because you're drunk LOL
But other than that love your intro with your title, great great job!!!!!
As long as you have a fairly lightweight setup, take a look at the Zhiyun Crane as a 3 axis gimbal.
First off, I wouldn't get the mark 1 lens with GH5. Spend the little extra money if you're going for a Panasonic lens and get the mark ii to use in body image stabilization. Basically it would come down to a choice between a cheaper lens and a gimbal or a lens with dual IS. However, the camera + the IS 2 lens would be your budget, and there's certainly lots of other stuff to buy when getting started.
This is a set up I have used with the Black Magic Pocket Cinema Camera and it works great, fully expect it to look even better with the GH5:
https://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-LUMIX-LEICA-SUMMILUX-H-X015/dp/B00J8H7H48/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1493994405&sr=8-5&keywords=panasonic+14mm
https://www.amazon.com/Zhiyun-Crane-Brushless-Handheld-Stabilizer/dp/B01I2MWUOG/ref=sr_1_1?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1493994394&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=zhiyun+crane&psc=1
That is a lightweight 14mm 1.7 lens (works great in low light) and the most affordable gimbal on the market. I also have access to a Ronin-m at work, and I have to just say, the shots you can get on both are different, but the Zhiyun is soooo much easier to set up and get great shots with. Plus it fits into a small backpack and is far less to lug around. I would also recommend either one of these monopods to use with this system:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=&sku=554095&gclid=CLPR1In82NMCFdgKgQod580D0w&is=REG&ap=y&m=Y&c3api=1876%2C%7Bcreative%7D%2C%7Bkeyword%7D&A=details&Q=
^ This is a great set up with the Crane. What I do is velcro the included remote to the lower point of the monopod and use it to control the crane manually. I can then extend the pole (even smoothly while filming) and essentially have my own hand held jib anywhere I go.
https://www.amazon.com/Sirui-SUP204SR-Photo-Video-Monopod/dp/B00I5NKCNE/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1493994900&sr=1-1&keywords=sirui+monopod
^This version is a bit heavier, but also a touch more stable. You can not smoothly lengthen the pole while filming, but this monopod has the added version of feat attached to the bottom. You can set it up at its shortest and it will stand on its own as long as it's not windy. Great for setting up shots in the wild that you would also like to be in. I put a quick release plate between each point of contact (Quick release on the monopod -> crane, and quick release on crane -> camera), and you can just as easily set it down on the feat and detach from camera with no issues.
Now, something to consider is that you could get two GH4's (on ebay, around $700 each) for the price of one GH5. I guess that would depend on if you have others filming with you and whatnot. I think it really depends upon what you're wanting to film. Like for example, what exactly would you do with the drone and how would it help your footage? If you think that you need landscape shots and what not, then it's probably best to jump down a level in camera for a decent drone.
Some other things to consider that you might need:
-External Mic
-Tripod
-Extra batteries
-Fast enough SD card to record 4k (Sandisk Extreme)
Another camera to consider may be the Sony a6500 for around $600 cheaper.
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[Zhiyun Crane] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I2MWUOG/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_kQ7QybBCFSYVW) runs 649.99 regularly but goes on sale for 500-550. It's easily one of the best handheld electronic gimbals out there.
I doubt you will get a gimbal that can mount a DSLR and perform well for that price. There are a few Crane v2 gimbals on Amazon for $219 right now but even then thats designed for a mirrorless camera rig so only the lightest DSLR rigs are going to work on it.