My concern with the DJI is the inability to attach your phone while in the case. Although I like what I see but wonder if there are good gimbals where you don't have to take the phone out of it's case
in the outdoor environment with a filter choosing smooth 5 is definitely a better option ,if we do not want to run fast .thank you julian for your great videos
I have been watching various review/comparison videos also ... generally same conclusion, but I also find it helpful to see each reviewer's preferences explained ... helps me understand a perspective and what might work best for me. And I plan to look at the webinar and online class over the weekend - thanks!
Hello, what about tilt limitations? whitch is most hated thing on OM6 an Insta360 Flow. Can Q4 go close to flashlight position and make jib shot from the ground or push shot thru some holes? thank you. Thank you
Hello, I have a Redmi note 10... I am tempted by the smooth 5 but I need to use my phone with a mic and it looks like the gimbal is holding the side opposite of the camera... Where the mic USB c plug is... Is it the case? Thanks
Think the DJI OM SE is a good option but not sure where to get it. i live in the Netherlands but kno it's not for sale in the USA. i have S21 FE with a Spigen protective case and it fits fine.
Julian I'm having problems using my smooth Q4in under slung mode with an iphone 13 pro. The balance needs to be extremely precise and I would like any tips as to what mode is best - you make it look so easy.
hey Paul, I do have a full + 10 minute video on the channel where I show off all the modes - make sure to check this out first, pretty sure that should answer the question
This is great help for making a choice. I’m leaning toward the Zhiyun. Does this gimbal have an app/software, and how would you rate it? I was not very fond of my Mimo 5, especially its app.
For an iPhone 13 pro max with a thick protective case on, which one will be able to handle the load, as well as grip the phone securely? I have read reviews that claim that the Osmo grip is no good with a thick case on.
Hello, I watched your video and I liked it very much, well done I'm currently stuck between Smooth Q4 combo pack and OM5, do you have any recommendations? Which is the best low shake on video
I'm actually torn between these two gimbals! I chose zhiyun at first but when I see the bad reviews on Amazon, I changed my mind to DJI. After watching this video, I still don't know what to choose! I think the reason why DJI is not as sturdy as Zhiyun is because of its lightweight which is what I prefer. How about their battery life comparison?
The big game changer is that you have to pay to unlock all features in the app for the Q4, that is why I buy the DJI OM5 where the app is totally free. You cannot use the Q4 without the app. The reviewer SMARTPHONE FILMMAKING PRO is constantly ignoring this fact in all Zhiyun reviews which makes me suspicous he is biased towards Zhiun, no neutral comparison tests that is.
my gimbal broke down after a month, it's been a year since I was supposed to send it for service, but it's a long process that I didn't want, I tried to calibrate it via computer but that didn't work either, its functions stopped working up and down with the joystick, and it works stiffly left and right, it goes non-thermally, and when I try to calibrate through the application, it crashes at 50 percent and turns off
seems like something is wrong and needs to get replaced! Usually the repair workflow is fast and easy these days! Had a great experience with DJI in the past with that regards
Smooth Q4 seems the better for most cases; but DJI has the special magnetic mount, would be more convenient if need to detach the phone / and re-attach often, looks easier than the clamp; it's very common for family casual usage, for example need to often check some social app's latest messages; Do you see any other non-DJI Gimbals have the magnetic mount?
My OM 4 started malfunctioning a bit, shaky at certain tilt angle, abrupt acceleration of the movement. sent in for warranty multiple times and they claim to have it repaired. I think it's a discrepancy between a technician and videographer. repairman probably don't see what the problem is as they don't really film footages... now i know that the warranty is quite useless, i may go with the zhiyun smooth q4 this time
I just bought the OM 5. Shot an event with it last night. I wasn't impressed. I have the first or second gen and it was awesome as far os smoothness goes. Is there a way to shoot in low aperture with the OM5? I couldn't seem to figure that out.
Great comparison, thanks! I love the point system. Quick question: Can the gimbal spin the phone around so it faces back at you. So if you were filming using the back camera, can you have it pan 180º until you're on screen as a selfie shot? Cheers!
same question, been wondering this question everywhere, because i sometimes want to film my self but using rear camera, as we know rear camera has higher resolution and higher quality rather than the front selfie camera. What i know so far is, you need to manually twist the gimbal, not sure if there is quick button to switch 180º
thanks.. it helped me to decide which gimbal should i go.. especially the different mode of gimbals.. since dji limited to its own apps and it is not so practical to me.. im using Sony Xperia phone and i saw a lot of professional photograhers using zhiyun gimbal as well.. so i guess i will go zhiyun q4..
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro phone weight 185g with case about 205g.. usually I will add ND filter which add up around 250g.. within max load of the gimbal..
Brother please give me one option to buy which one is the best gimble from these gimbles.? 1.Zhyun Smooth 4 2.Dji Om 4 se 3.Dji Om 5 4.Zhyun Smooth Q3 5.Zhyun Smooth Q5
I cannot decide for YOU which gimbal YOU should buy. there are a million factors to consider and in the end it comes down to personal preference - and that is why I am making these videos
The killer point of the Q4 over the OM5 is its folding mechanism, which is so much easier to fold and unfold. I am sold on Q4 simply because of this design.
So my question is: Is it worth spending the extra £50 or so for the Smooth 5 vs the Smooth Q4? Is there a comparison chart or better still a comparison video anywhere
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro Thank you, I look forward to that. In the meantime can you confirm that the Smooth 5 does not have the extension arm like the Q4? And if not what are the drawbacks of this.
Julian, thank you so much for making this comparison video! I was torn between the OM5 and Q4, now you helped me to make a choice. Q4 just overall seems to be a better gimbal for my choice in terms of its folding design and the way it switches modes
DJI OM 5 seems a bit unstable. I will be getting the Zhiyun Smooth Q4. I don’t use gimbals that’s why my videos aren’t great so I appreciate this review which is very honest. I will also watch some of your tutorials to try and improve my limited photographic and video skills.
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro I'll definitely check them out, I've subscribed to your channel. Thank you for your informative reviews. I watch them whenever I need guidance, you're doing a great job 💯
Hello, i have 80$ to 100$ and i wanto buy a gimbal and i want to use nd lens also on my phone, i think about zhiyun smooth 4 and dji om 4 , which one worth to buy or can you recommend a good gimbal for me, thank you
A great review! What I don't like about OM5 is that they don't have a mode indicator, which is very annoying that I can forget what the current mode is when I'm switching. Glad to see this kind of problem doesn't exist in Q4!
Now I'm thinking why didn't I just wait cos the Q4 seems easier to use than the smooth 5😅. Not like I knew this was coming out anyway. Can you do a comparison video between both?
Altough I'm tempted to try Zhiyun again and it looks great and they're very tactile and ergonomic I've lost faith in Zhiyun. Apart for my Evolution which takes my go pro, the phone gimbal I've tried have never ballaced. Out of the box they just didn't work.
After I saw your video, I decided to return my Hohem iSteady V2 and get the Zhiyun Smooth Q4. I can live without the AI sensor and feel the Zhiyun has many better features like the grip, easier to adjust phone mount, app and buttons. Plus, I had problems with the Hohem iSteady gimbals drifting back to center. The button didn't work and I had to turn it off and back on which was really annoying. Even the clamp was bad IMO and way to difficult to get my phone in and out almost causing me to drop the gimbal and the phone. The Zhiyun Smooth Q4 looks a lot better. What do you think? Does the Smooth Q4 beat the iSteady V2 now? It just looks like a much better gimbal that's solid and easier to use. UPDATE: I got the Zhiyun Smooth Q4 and it is friggin awesome!
Pros: - being able to change shot modes through a button on the gimbal (can't on the DJI) Cons: - Cannot manually adjust horizontal balance ( you can on the DJI ) - Cannot control the speed of the gimbal movement (you can on the DJI. slow/medium/fast)
They are not smooth at all. They have tilting micro jitters. The Iphone 13 Pro is the one doing most of the work, but no one admits it. If you dont belive me try it with any phone that has no IS, OS or EIS... Now the Zyhun Smooth 4 is actually a trully smooth gimbal.
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro Just try it. Simple screen recording of a video camara app will show you how it actually looks before the Iphone 13 pro aplies the image stabilization. It is very shaky, even when you stand still it jitters. This is not something you see with the Smooth 4 or the Smooth 5. It just doesnt make sense and I think its very dishonest.
My concern with the DJI is the inability to attach your phone while in the case. Although I like what I see but wonder if there are good gimbals where you don't have to take the phone out of it's case
What about Zhiyun SQ4 over the DJI Osmo SE?
Hi thank you for the review! Does it need wifi to make it work?
Julian, what about video of smooth 5 vs Q4?
In the pipeline 💪
in the outdoor environment with a filter choosing smooth 5 is definitely a better option ,if we do not want to run fast .thank you julian for your great videos
Glad you enjoyed it! 👍
at 11:34 you will get to know why they are a bit bias towards the zhiyun. lets talk of quality too, their website shows they are sponsored by zhiyun
We are not sponsored by zhiyun. Zhiyun has noting to do with this video
This video came right in time. I’ve been checking review videos for the past 10hrs, you just uploaded this and you helped me finally make a decision.
great! glad it helped :)
I have been watching various review/comparison videos also ... generally same conclusion, but I also find it helpful to see each reviewer's preferences explained ... helps me understand a perspective and what might work best for me. And I plan to look at the webinar and online class over the weekend - thanks!
@@theroadhome_Liz_Summers absolutely, everyone is different! Hope you'll enjoy the webinar
Same. I think I would go for Smooth Q4
I ended up getting the smooth 5 yesterday 🥹
Great video, great comparison! Chapeau mon Vieux!
Which app you recommend for Android phones ?
Thanks! Filmic pro
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro thank you
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro just order the Q4...
I need a good gimbal with light attached, any recommendations?
smooth 5S
Out of ten uses, how many times do you think you'd grab the smooth Q4 vs. the smooth 5?
Probably 7 times the smooth q4. I would use The smooth 5 when I want some more professional vids with filters for example
Hello, what about tilt limitations? whitch is most hated thing on OM6 an Insta360 Flow. Can Q4 go close to flashlight position and make jib shot from the ground or push shot thru some holes? thank you. Thank you
You can consider Smooth 5/ 5S which is not angle restriction.
@@chenlyn-cj8ve thank you, i am looking for something collapsible everyday with me. I have one bigger gimbal for camera.
What about lighting?
If this two are same price? Which one you recommend ?
Q4
Hey, Thanks for the review! Which would you recommend the Zhiyun Smooth 5 or Zhiyun Smooth q4
Full comparison is coming soon!
Hello, I have a Redmi note 10... I am tempted by the smooth 5 but I need to use my phone with a mic and it looks like the gimbal is holding the side opposite of the camera... Where the mic USB c plug is... Is it the case? Thanks
What gimble do you recommend for a s22 ultra in an otterbox defender case that actually fits and works properly. that doesnt extend
Probably the crane m2s
Think the DJI OM SE is a good option but not sure where to get it. i live in the Netherlands but kno it's not for sale in the USA. i have S21 FE with a Spigen protective case and it fits fine.
Hi family, wait what about the 6 version is there a video. Help can someone put the link?
Videos about the OM6 are on the channel
Julian I'm having problems using my smooth Q4in under slung mode with an iphone 13 pro. The balance needs to be extremely precise and I would like any tips as to what mode is best - you make it look so easy.
hey Paul, I do have a full + 10 minute video on the channel where I show off all the modes - make sure to check this out first, pretty sure that should answer the question
Would the om5 or q4 be able to better hold a thicker phone case more securely?
I think the q4 should be better. But generally speaking don‘t use cases with a gimbal
This is great help for making a choice. I’m leaning toward the Zhiyun. Does this gimbal have an app/software, and how would you rate it? I was not very fond of my Mimo 5, especially its app.
It does have an app.. I am not the biggest fan of it to be honest
For an iPhone 13 pro max with a thick protective case on, which one will be able to handle the load, as well as grip the phone securely? I have read reviews that claim that the Osmo grip is no good with a thick case on.
Look at the smooth 5 for that use case
Good video. How about the exact weight and size of the two gimbals? 🤳
wot is better Zhiyun Smooth Q4 vs Hohem iSteady V2
Hello, I watched your video and I liked it very much, well done
I'm currently stuck between Smooth Q4 combo pack and OM5, do you have any recommendations? Which is the best low shake on video
i would go with the q4
Nice video man thanks
I'm actually torn between these two gimbals! I chose zhiyun at first but when I see the bad reviews on Amazon, I changed my mind to DJI. After watching this video, I still don't know what to choose! I think the reason why DJI is not as sturdy as Zhiyun is because of its lightweight which is what I prefer. How about their battery life comparison?
I would recommend the smooth q4 to be honest. These days i barely ever use the om5, smooth q4 very often
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro Ok, Thank you for your reply!
The big game changer is that you have to pay to unlock all features in the app for the Q4, that is why I buy the DJI OM5 where the app is totally free. You cannot use the Q4 without the app.
The reviewer SMARTPHONE FILMMAKING PRO is constantly ignoring this fact in all Zhiyun reviews which makes me suspicous he is biased towards Zhiun, no neutral comparison tests that is.
What do you mean you can't use the gimbal without the app? That's simply wrong.
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro Have you tried to not install the app? I have tried other Zhiyun gimbals and the app was necessary to get them to work.
How can i connect rode video mic on zhiyun smooth 4 ?
Nice detailed comparison video thanks 👍
Glad you liked it
Hi Xavier, very interesting vid. With Smooth Q4 can you switch iPhone 13 lenses (wide-normal-tele) from the gimbal when a recording is started?
I am looking at getting my first gimbal for my iPhone 12pro. Does the q4 have any type of focus like their other models have?
maybe you can program the zoom rocker, but I am not 100% sure
my gimbal broke down after a month, it's been a year since I was supposed to send it for service, but it's a long process that I didn't want, I tried to calibrate it via computer but that didn't work either, its functions stopped working up and down with the joystick, and it works stiffly left and right, it goes non-thermally, and when I try to calibrate through the application, it crashes at 50 percent and turns off
seems like something is wrong and needs to get replaced! Usually the repair workflow is fast and easy these days!
Had a great experience with DJI in the past with that regards
Lets say i will ask you. Smooth 5 combo with additional lighting very string light vs Hohem Isteady V2 .
I would go with the smooth 5
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro i was expected that answer .Really helpfull answer .Thanks .👍
I do like the fill light in Q4 since it helps to capture night shots
Absolutely 👍
amazing review... thanks for this... keeti pup🙂
Thanks!
Smooth Q4 seems the better for most cases; but DJI has the special magnetic mount, would be more convenient if need to detach the phone / and re-attach often, looks easier than the clamp; it's very common for family casual usage, for example need to often check some social app's latest messages; Do you see any other non-DJI Gimbals have the magnetic mount?
My OM 4 started malfunctioning a bit, shaky at certain tilt angle, abrupt acceleration of the movement.
sent in for warranty multiple times and they claim to have it repaired.
I think it's a discrepancy between a technician and videographer. repairman probably don't see what the problem is as they don't really film footages...
now i know that the warranty is quite useless, i may go with the zhiyun smooth q4 this time
I wish you better luck next time!
I just bought the OM 5. Shot an event with it last night. I wasn't impressed. I have the first or second gen and it was awesome as far os smoothness goes. Is there a way to shoot in low aperture with the OM5? I couldn't seem to figure that out.
Thanks for the comparison. I made the decision to decision to buy q4.
Julian, I believe both of them work perfectly from the stability aspect, but I would opt to Q4 as it looks like grasping my phone even more tightly.😅
you're right! I would also lean towards the smooth Q4
Compare om6 and smooth q4
So glad I stumbled upon this video! I can now decide on Q4 with confidence!
Super glad it helped you
I noticed with my OM5 Facebook live won’t allow face tracking. Does the smooth face track on Facebook?
sorry I have not tested this yet
Good , I liked your opinion 😊👍. I am from India also a TH-cam 😊👍
Planning to buy , Now I am able to take right decision 😊👍
I’m assuming the smooth q4 is more durable and more hardcore? Better for sports, or am I mistaken?
Maybe a little bit yes
Great comparison, thanks! I love the point system. Quick question: Can the gimbal spin the phone around so it faces back at you. So if you were filming using the back camera, can you have it pan 180º until you're on screen as a selfie shot? Cheers!
same question, been wondering this question everywhere, because i sometimes want to film my self but using rear camera, as we know rear camera has higher resolution and higher quality rather than the front selfie camera. What i know so far is, you need to manually twist the gimbal, not sure if there is quick button to switch 180º
Which one is better? Osmo Mobile 6 or Zhiyun Smooth Q4 ?
I personally prefer the q4
thanks.. it helped me to decide which gimbal should i go.. especially the different mode of gimbals.. since dji limited to its own apps and it is not so practical to me.. im using Sony Xperia phone and i saw a lot of professional photograhers using zhiyun gimbal as well.. so i guess i will go zhiyun q4..
Just make sure to check the weight of the phone and the payload - but other than that - great choice! Have fun
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro phone weight 185g with case about 205g.. usually I will add ND filter which add up around 250g.. within max load of the gimbal..
@@iamchampchannel if you plan to use it with case and add ons I would go with the Smooth 5 - check that out - i have a bunch of videos on my channel
Brother please give me one option to buy which one is the best gimble from these gimbles.?
1.Zhyun Smooth 4
2.Dji Om 4 se
3.Dji Om 5
4.Zhyun Smooth Q3
5.Zhyun Smooth Q5
Please reply to this brother🙏
I cannot decide for YOU which gimbal YOU should buy. there are a million factors to consider and in the end it comes down to personal preference - and that is why I am making these videos
Hey thx a lot! Really need this right now. These 2 do look alike, but I prefer the more solid-performed Q4 after watching this.🤔
Yea its a better option in my opinion
very helpful presentation!
Thanks!
The killer point of the Q4 over the OM5 is its folding mechanism, which is so much easier to fold and unfold. I am sold on Q4 simply because of this design.
yeah it's just a better gimbal in my opinion
So my question is: Is it worth spending the extra £50 or so for the Smooth 5 vs the Smooth Q4? Is there a comparison chart or better still a comparison video anywhere
Video coming very soon
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro Thank you, I look forward to that. In the meantime can you confirm that the Smooth 5 does not have the extension arm like the Q4? And if not what are the drawbacks of this.
Julian, thank you so much for making this comparison video! I was torn between the OM5 and Q4, now you helped me to make a choice. Q4 just overall seems to be a better gimbal for my choice in terms of its folding design and the way it switches modes
super gad it helped you! I agree the smooth q4 just is a better experience when using
DJI OM 5 seems a bit unstable. I will be getting the Zhiyun Smooth Q4. I don’t use gimbals that’s why my videos aren’t great so I appreciate this review which is very honest. I will also watch some of your tutorials to try and improve my limited photographic and video skills.
Great! Let me know if you need any more help - also make sure to checkout our free masteclass - link in the description
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro I'll definitely check them out, I've subscribed to your channel. Thank you for your informative reviews. I watch them whenever I need guidance, you're doing a great job 💯
Hello, i have 80$ to 100$ and i wanto buy a gimbal and i want to use nd lens also on my phone, i think about zhiyun smooth 4 and dji om 4 , which one worth to buy or can you recommend a good gimbal for me, thank you
A great review! What I don't like about OM5 is that they don't have a mode indicator, which is very annoying that I can forget what the current mode is when I'm switching. Glad to see this kind of problem doesn't exist in Q4!
Absolutely - same here.
Now I'm thinking why didn't I just wait cos the Q4 seems easier to use than the smooth 5😅. Not like I knew this was coming out anyway. Can you do a comparison video between both?
I will yes - coming soon
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro Thank you
You can attach a mini light pad on smooth Q4 but not not OM5. I prefer smooth Q5 becoz of it
Altough I'm tempted to try Zhiyun again and it looks great and they're very tactile and ergonomic I've lost faith in Zhiyun. Apart for my Evolution which takes my go pro, the phone gimbal I've tried have never ballaced. Out of the box they just didn't work.
What was the last one you tried?
After I saw your video, I decided to return my Hohem iSteady V2 and get the Zhiyun Smooth Q4. I can live without the AI sensor and feel the Zhiyun has many better features like the grip, easier to adjust phone mount, app and buttons.
Plus, I had problems with the Hohem iSteady gimbals drifting back to center. The button didn't work and I had to turn it off and back on which was really annoying. Even the clamp was bad IMO and way to difficult to get my phone in and out almost causing me to drop the gimbal and the phone. The Zhiyun Smooth Q4 looks a lot better.
What do you think? Does the Smooth Q4 beat the iSteady V2 now? It just looks like a much better gimbal that's solid and easier to use.
UPDATE: I got the Zhiyun Smooth Q4 and it is friggin awesome!
why smooth q2? you should wait for q4 or at least q3..
@@AxyStudio I misspoke. I meant Q4
Can i buy just q4 standard instead combo? Cause it’s 30$ different cost. Diji 5 case will suit with q4?
Obrigado, man... não falo inglês... mas assistir seu vídeo é percebi que gostei mais do Smooth Q3... vou comprar ele... #like 👍🏼👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Esse aí é o q4. Cuidado só p não se confundir qd for comprar. 😊
I like the foldable design of smooth q4😄
yeah - that's great!
at 6:59 you accidentally called dj om5 "smooth 5"
Thanks for the info!
Brazil
Pros:
- being able to change shot modes through a button on the gimbal (can't on the DJI)
Cons:
- Cannot manually adjust horizontal balance ( you can on the DJI )
- Cannot control the speed of the gimbal movement (you can on the DJI. slow/medium/fast)
They are not smooth at all. They have tilting micro jitters. The Iphone 13 Pro is the one doing most of the work, but no one admits it. If you dont belive me try it with any phone that has no IS, OS or EIS... Now the Zyhun Smooth 4 is actually a trully smooth gimbal.
I don‘t agree, but that‘s fine.
@@smartphonefilmmakingpro Just try it. Simple screen recording of a video camara app will show you how it actually looks before the Iphone 13 pro aplies the image stabilization. It is very shaky, even when you stand still it jitters. This is not something you see with the Smooth 4 or the Smooth 5. It just doesnt make sense and I think its very dishonest.
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You didn't mention the track function 😮
😳 i don‘t like the tracking features. They work, i just don‘t like them