I've been wanting one for a while, but it seems all of them have drawbacks that make me wanna wait. Looks like this one is no exception, unfortunately. :(
Matti, maybe just putting the motor strength option on HIGH probably the 1DX wont jiggles anymore, try that, I have one btw, for me its a great gimbal, nothing to complain
False information in this video: Zhiyun released a gravity adjustment plate to accommodate the 1DX mark ii. I own both the crane, the adjustment plate and it works flawlessly. Also - you said you don't want to "battle" with a tool - it should just work? In what universe does anything work right out of the box? Not even glidecams work immediately; hell, you have to BUILD the glidecam before you can even use it. You should have taken your time and balanced it properly to avoid the nodding. You're doing a big disservice to this company by not having followed the instructions, and presenting the product to the masses as if it's faulty or defective. The crane isn't faulty, your *"let me throw it on and NOT balance it or change the motor settings"* mentality is faulty. To any 1DX people reading this, I own this setup with a 1DX and if you balance it like you're supposed to do before shooting, it will work just fine. No nods or defects. I'm just upset becuase this is the first company in a long time that's actually taken the time to listen to its customers, and change what needs to be changed; i.e. the 1DX not originally fitting on the crane, so they made a new adjustment plate to accommodate. I like your channel, but you shouldn't review anything until you have actually done your research. It's not fair to these companies who are doing their best to help consumers like you. I'm sure you wouldn't like that to be done to you with your company/ luts/clothing biz or whatever else you offer.
Seth Alexander totally agree with you. Really bad video from Mattie this time. It just shows that he didn't reallly bother to use time to get to know the product before reviewing it. I just hope at least that he takes his time to read here.
well, you just did a service to zhyiun...I didn't know about the gravity adjustment plate but just learned about it through your post and ordered one..thanks!
Like other people said, you've to change the motor settings for heavy cameras, takes 5 seconds to do in the menu. I can use my RED Scarlet-W on this Crane 2, so a 1DX shouldn't be a problem. And you can buy a dual handle for the crane 2, works really well.
@matti - Zhiyun made an extension arm specifically for the 1dxmk2. You also have to adjust the settings to "Strong" to get it to handle the 1dx mkii, it handles my c100 just fine and it is a bit heavier. I hate to be critical of your review - but you really should learn the tool first prior to review. Also the dual handle makes this tool better than the Ronin-M in my opinion.
C100 mark I or mark II? And what lens do you usually use with that setup? I have a C100 mark II (and would probably use my Canon 24-70 F2.8 mark II with it) and have been contemplating this gimbal but wasn't sure how it would handle my camera and lens setup. Thoughts?
I have it on with a 35mm 1.4 and I have gotten it on with the 24-70 mk i. It works because the camera is back heavy enough to allow it to balance sufficiently. The main issue with this setup is more about adjusting the aperture, focus, and overall settings while in use as you will not be able to balance this setup with the grip on the body. For the c100 mk I, the focus dial and controls do not work. I do not know how they will function for the mkii, but I am going to have to purchase a grip relocator and devise a way to wire it to the camera.
Robert Armstead totally agree mate, the guy always does reviews like he knows what he is talking about tough its obvious he hasn't really used it and haven't even bothered to lookup stuff he had issues with (mostly because lack of knowledge or experience) and states stuff that ain't true. I remember his gh5 review.. was about the same.
Ferencz Török... Or the spark review. Said camera isn't good but didn't test it really. This dude does everything for the clicks without real content. I think he rents the stuff just for 1 day
Confused... If you don't like the whole stick on bottom and cam on top, why don't you just undersling it? It's way more efficient and stable. I've never rocked with these with the cam on top.
Love ya matti buuut, you gotta dig in more. Firstly, zhiyun makes a new gravity arm for the crane 2 that is longer for the 1dx. Second, that nod only comes when the motor setting is not turned to strong, and/or you’re not balanced. Here’s a pic of my 1dxii on the crane 2 with a canon 85mm 1.2 lens! No wobble at all! instagram.com/p/BfaNG6-BJZ6/
Totally agree and I’m a fan Matti, but your video just felt like you didn’t want to like it before you tried it. Not to mention the there are accessories now that make the the ixd 2 easy to put on. Also crane 2 is easy to use with the handle on top which is simply not possible with the glide cam. You didn’t even mention advantages like that. I get you like what you like but I enjoy your reviews when they are more comprehensive. Still a fan though and your videos are great!
Yeah, I think he didn't have it really balanced. He seemed to have it pendulumed so the weight was just at the bottom, not centered. Nice big gimbal but my entry level DSLR is too light for the Crane 2 or glide cams. The V2 is a better fit. I guess the glide cam is a better fit for the OP's style.
Did you have the power set to high? I use the Crane 2 with a heavy Sony PXW Z 90 without any problem. The dual handle accessory is really useful though. It's impossible to use with one hand.
For the case smell: if you leave it open for a day or two, the smell will go away. I had the same issue with my drone case, but after two days the smell disappeared and never came back (I was able to take the foam out of the hard case to really let it air out since it’s the foam that smells).
There is a low, med, high settings in the gimbal menu, you need to change it to fit the camera weight you are putting on the gimbal. And don't need to do any difficult tuning.
I have Glidecam HD-2000 and Zhiyun Crane 2. I'm not a very experienced user of Glidecam, but after all the times I used it, I can say that's really difficult to balance it, especially with big lenses. You should put extra weight to balance this thing, and it gets too heavy. I also was surprised how it's easy to get smooth shoots with Zhiyun Crane 2. Balancing wasn't difficult part at all too. I like to have an ability to change the apperture, ISO, and shutter speed from a joystick. This gimbal is a really nice tool for run and gun situations like weddings. As you mentioned in one of your previous videos it's quite good in filming low angle shoots. I agree that motions looks more natural with Glidecam, but for most situations I'd choose Zhiyun Crane 2. Thanks for one more good video. :)
Matti, I'm lost. Why do a review on gimbals when you admit that you didn't take the time to balance it (but admitted that it takes time to learn how to balance and use a Glidecam), and most importantly, you said you don't even like gimbals in your Glidecam video. Why even do a review????? I love your channel and I've been a subscriber for a few years, so not being negative. But this just sounded like a gimbal bashing video. Oh, and they make handles for people that need two hands to turn it. IJS.
Not a bad point, but I think he's testing it against what he's willing to spend on setup. It sounded like he was willing to spend just a moment balancing it, but not a bunch of time fine tuning. In that sense, it's not about whether the product works at all, but a matter of how well it fits his chosen workflow.
this guy sometimes talk from his ass just to fill content like every other youtuber and thats hella fine... I had better experience with home made glidecams than the most expensives gimbals sometimes things doesnt work okay.,.. with some you are juts more comfortable... peace :)
I used the 2 minute intro-commercial to read your comment. Definitely a better use of my time. I haven't seen this guy before and I don't want to be rude, but he instantly comes across as someone who will do anything for views.
I use both the Glidecam HD 2000 and Zhiyun crane. Different tools for different jobs, but I find myself gravitating towards the gimbal almost every time because it's so much lighter and easier to keep balanced.
When you tested the 1dx did you change the payload weight setting to high? it shakes if the weight load is set too light or heavy. If anyone else reads this you can get dual handles with it which i like because you have the option of a smaller or larger setup which is good for travelling. In regards to the case i didn't notice any smell.
Had the same Trouble with a 7D and a heavy Sigma lens... Learned we had to change the motor strength to high and the "nodding" stopped. Maybe this is the problem?
I have a GH4, apurture lens regain and a sigma 18-35 and I also have issue with the nodding you mention at 4:25. I am not sure but I think it is because we havent balanced our cameras perfectly. I seems that due to the fact that our setup are quite towards the end of the weight limit it is even more important to balance it perfectly. Thanks for the video!
Matti- you can buy all sorts of accessories: shoulder plates, bicycle handles, secondary handle, mic brackets, light brackets, you can film upside down / inverted so the camera is literally on the ground. Don’t let this little Gimbal fool you it is 💯 quality
Matti - I went to Zhiyun Assistant app to my phone and connect to the gymbal. If you scroll to the bottom of the Stabilizer Settings menu, you can choose between three motor strengths: weak, medium and strong. I sent strong and no more jitter problem :).
7:07 I'm really not a fan of deep depth of field shots that are typically seen with these shots on Glidecams or Cranes. I love my f4 cinematic shots using Cine lenses, so I personally disagree with your point on the focus ring. Shooting with intent and getting specific shots while maintaining stability with the Ronin-S or this gimbal is insane to me and I think ground breaking. The ability to be your own focus puller and stabilize your shots. Not many people talking about this kind of filmmaking maybe I could get your thoughts?
Love your content, but you really dropped the ball on this one Matti. All of your issues with the product have been resolved by either the company or 3rd party manufacturers. And if you want a different form factor there is the Ronin line from dji. This is like the 3rd(?) "I hate gimbles" video in only a few months. You already know your solution, stick to the glide cam.
What did you use to shoot the video of yourself working the gimbal, that footage looks great and it always stays in focus even when pushing in on the subject. I would love to know your gear and technique to nailing the focus all the time.
Step 1 get Gravity adjustment plate for heavy cams then Step 2 Please install Zhiyun assistant app and choose stabiliser settings and you choose 'strong" you can avoid that shakes....also calibrate with calibration settings in the same app...usual app is zhiyun play....Thanks bro...love your videos...
Matti, like your videos, but the Crane 2 is absolutely awesome! Use it also with the dual handle and 7" field monitor; it´s just creazy fun with amazing results!
Did u change the setting to high for the motor? If not it won’t balance. I have to set it for high for the GH5, Speedbooster & Sigma 18-35mm. Also u need the 2 handle grip. I got one recently and it makes a massive difference. It’s much easier to carry and turn the camera.
I see your point with the form factor, but all the changes you wanna have would make the gimbal bigger and for that you already could use a Ronin or some of the extensions... For me it´s build like this because it´s super smal and easy to transport like this
Matti Did you set up the motor strength . shipped they come at the lowest setting . also I can balance bigger cameras on my v2 .. it is all in the balancing .
Hi Matti, how do you keep your subject always in focus even when you moving closer or further away from the subject? Do you use the Crane 2 follow focus or Canon dual pixel auto track focus ?
Matti, the NODDING from the gimbal is an extremely easy fix. When i first purchased this gimbal, i had this problem too, but all it took was a little research to figure out. All you have to do is go into the Zhiyun Assistant app, and change it. The factory settings of the gimbal’s motors are set to “weak,” you have to connect your phone to the the gimbal through the app, and manually set the motors to “strong.”
Glad I wasn't alone in these thoughts. And thanks for hitting the nail on why I didn't take to it - it's the form factor of that single pole operation. Not enough control over the shot.
Good points but dont agree at all. I bet when you first started using the glidecam it wasnt easy or perfect to set up either and you probably had to do a lot of adjustments until you practiced enough with it right? Well same with this gimbal! Take some time with it and i bet it'll work perfect for you so much better. I have the Crane V1 and it has been such a big improvement on my quality of videos and has almost never let me down! There are dual handles, attachments and so many other improvements that theyve already done in the past years and i love it. Just my 2 cents...
Love your videos Matti but you should really have done a little more research before making this video. Zhiyun offer an arm specifically designed for the 1DX. You should have used the app (which is one of the best features of Zhiyun gimbals) and changed your motor settings / pan sensitivity etc. You can also buy dual handles and halo ring adapters for the crane which answers what you said at 8:10 - I've owned a glidecam and now own a gimbal and I have to say with the amount of extra weight and skill required, glidecams just aren't worth it. However, I cannot argue that they do give a more natural and smoother feel to your footage and are probably more practical for travel etc.
Did you turn the motor strength up to the high setting? The default setting on that gimbal is low motor strength for small cameras. If you don't turn it up to high when you mount a big DSLR you get that wobble.
Can you get your hands on Tilta G2X? It seems it can support C200, so it should hold 1dx2 as well. It also has an option of adding an extra handle via rosette so the way you can hold it is improved comparing to other pistol grip gimbals.
I may have misses this in the past, but what kind of audio recorder would you recommend? I'm shooting a wedding soon and I would like an option other than just a hotshoe mic to record things more at the source
Hey Matti! Congrats for changing name and thanks for the video!! Do you know if this gimbal can be used in portrait mode? I'd like to use it for IG stories but I don't know if it works...
I'm curious if you plan on trying the DJI Ronin S when it comes out later this year. Same form factor, but handles more weight and might actually work for your 1DX. They also promise more accessories for the Ronin S like dual handles and follow focus.
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Hi Matti! I was convinced to purchase Crane 2 but yesterday I watched Casey's Ronin S review and now I dont know which one to buy. I have a GH5. Which will you go for, Crane 2 or Ronin S? Many thanks!
I have the same issue with twisting the handle to get a nice rotating shot. It's really hard to master that and I definitely do wish there was a better way to go about it. I hope to see companies improve the ergonomics of their gimbals soon
ThroughAlyssasEyes - hey TAE, have u tried turning it up side down? You’ll have a few more logistical issues with getting the shot itself, but the gimbal will function easier when it’s inverted as will your hands on the gimbal. Good luck.
Same thing was happening to me with the 'nodding'. Go into the menu on the gimbal itself and increase the strength to the highest setting. That worked for me.
Totally agreed. I bought it and I will keep it. I am practicing with it. But to say that this is a pleasure to use and indispensable to videographers is pure lies. Most footage that I have seen, especially from wedding videographers, contains like 10 inches to 50-70 inches of smooth travel and then the frame goes to cut. The truth is that it cannot replace jibs,cranes, travling rails etc. Even perfectly balanced before, even with a catwalk of not lifting the body and keeping a horizontal line it wobbles for anything longer than 3-4 yards walk. And I suspect that most shots we see are additionally stabilized in post
What might You suggest for a steady Gumbel that holds a real camera (Video) not a DSLR. that is able to keep the camera steady from 90 degrees straight down to 90 degrees straight up for videoing Model airplanes. OH also have to be able to see the screen in order the keep the model planes framed correctly.
Matti I had the same problem, it got fixed by adjusting the strenght of the motors, changing to strong level for a more heavy set up and bring it down to medium or low to a lighter camera, you should try that, best
Hi Matti. I considering buying crane 2 but would servo follow focus work with high cameras as 1dx? I want to use it with Fuji xt2 with battery grip. But I am not sure is follow focus can reach the lens. Thank you
Hey man. I have a Zane Crane 2 and I also use a 6D Mark II on it. How do you feel about uploading 4k through Adobe using 6DMII footage? Love your channel and your content.
Hi what about price and functionality when You compare with another gimbals? I still have problem to use a steadycam :( maybe gimball can be good for me but there is so many of market..
The nodding means it wasn’t balanced properly..I think....because for my 5dmk3 it would nod sometimes but after balancing and calibrating the gimbal it went away
Use the thump on your right hand to pull the focus when shooting, you can get adjustment plate for the 1DX, you can get the dual handle for crane 2 from Zhiyuan or smaller extra handle that screws on the bottom. Thanks for your thought´s :)
you didn't address the fact you can get the 2 handle grip and wireless remote for controlling the gimbal and follow focus in a much more comfortable way of holding the setup and using FF simultaneously.. theer are a ton of accessories out or coming out for the crane 2
I think it's easy to use but it is heavy. I mean if you want to vlog only using one hand. If you keep your speaks short it's not a problem😂(I have Canon 80D + crane 2)
Matti, the thing is, obviously we don't have the same luxury as you have to test the gimbal. We can only do a research online and decide. By the way, have you tried to set the load setting on the gimbal before you mounted your DX? I believe the shaking problem you had is due to wrong load setting. And you forgot to mention that for the Crane 2 there is an accesorie handle so you can use two hands left and right. That is an additional expense of course.
Curious if you've ever tried to setup a camera in vertical/portrait position with any small gimbals? I know with a steady cam you could do it easily with an L-bracket 🤔
Hi Matti, can you please suggest a gimbal for my JVC GY-HM170 4K Camcoder as I have been searching for the past 2 years as the camera is bulky and heavy 4lbs
Love the Video Matti, but I think a way to fix the nodding problem with the camera is to make sure the motors are set to Heavy (I think that’s what’s it called) there are tree different settings for lighter cameras like Sony a6500. Maybe that will fix it. 🤷🏾♂️ I have Crane 2 too. Love the thing to pieces.
Reece Moffett hey do you know how to quickly put it back to neutral position? Like when you are in locked mode, in a very slow joystick control rate and you made a mistake and want to do it again, how can I revert it back to the neutral position?
Whats your favorite Gimbal so far?
I've been wanting one for a while, but it seems all of them have drawbacks that make me wanna wait. Looks like this one is no exception, unfortunately. :(
I had the Zhiyun Crane V2, but it broke the first day of using it. Used it with my Nikon D500. But now I'm using a Moza Air and I love it.
I like my glidecam but i recently got the ronin-m. I really want a movi but both of mine work for what i need them for.
Matti, maybe just putting the motor strength option on HIGH probably the 1DX wont jiggles anymore, try that, I have one btw, for me its a great gimbal, nothing to complain
Since you changed the name of the channel, I have to learn it from the beginning - that my viewers could find it: /
False information in this video: Zhiyun released a gravity adjustment plate to accommodate the 1DX mark ii. I own both the crane, the adjustment plate and it works flawlessly.
Also - you said you don't want to "battle" with a tool - it should just work? In what universe does anything work right out of the box? Not even glidecams work immediately; hell, you have to BUILD the glidecam before you can even use it. You should have taken your time and balanced it properly to avoid the nodding. You're doing a big disservice to this company by not having followed the instructions, and presenting the product to the masses as if it's faulty or defective. The crane isn't faulty, your *"let me throw it on and NOT balance it or change the motor settings"* mentality is faulty. To any 1DX people reading this, I own this setup with a 1DX and if you balance it like you're supposed to do before shooting, it will work just fine. No nods or defects. I'm just upset becuase this is the first company in a long time that's actually taken the time to listen to its customers, and change what needs to be changed; i.e. the 1DX not originally fitting on the crane, so they made a new adjustment plate to accommodate. I like your channel, but you shouldn't review anything until you have actually done your research. It's not fair to these companies who are doing their best to help consumers like you. I'm sure you wouldn't like that to be done to you with your company/ luts/clothing biz or whatever else you offer.
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Seth Alexander totally agree with you. Really bad video from Mattie this time. It just shows that he didn't reallly bother to use time to get to know the product before reviewing it. I just hope at least that he takes his time to read here.
Well said bro....you have to spent some time....especially when you prefer glidecam than anything else
well, you just did a service to zhyiun...I didn't know about the gravity adjustment plate but just learned about it through your post and ordered one..thanks!
I know, when he said "I heard it can accomodate the IDX", i was like....dude why didn't you try and verify before making the video. lol
Like other people said, you've to change the motor settings for heavy cameras, takes 5 seconds to do in the menu. I can use my RED Scarlet-W on this Crane 2, so a 1DX shouldn't be a problem. And you can buy a dual handle for the crane 2, works really well.
@matti - Zhiyun made an extension arm specifically for the 1dxmk2. You also have to adjust the settings to "Strong" to get it to handle the 1dx mkii, it handles my c100 just fine and it is a bit heavier. I hate to be critical of your review - but you really should learn the tool first prior to review. Also the dual handle makes this tool better than the Ronin-M in my opinion.
C100 mark I or mark II? And what lens do you usually use with that setup? I have a C100 mark II (and would probably use my Canon 24-70 F2.8 mark II with it) and have been contemplating this gimbal but wasn't sure how it would handle my camera and lens setup. Thoughts?
I have it on with a 35mm 1.4 and I have gotten it on with the 24-70 mk i. It works because the camera is back heavy enough to allow it to balance sufficiently. The main issue with this setup is more about adjusting the aperture, focus, and overall settings while in use as you will not be able to balance this setup with the grip on the body. For the c100 mk I, the focus dial and controls do not work. I do not know how they will function for the mkii, but I am going to have to purchase a grip relocator and devise a way to wire it to the camera.
Robert Armstead totally agree mate, the guy always does reviews like he knows what he is talking about tough its obvious he hasn't really used it and haven't even bothered to lookup stuff he had issues with (mostly because lack of knowledge or experience) and states stuff that ain't true. I remember his gh5 review.. was about the same.
Ferencz Török... Or the spark review. Said camera isn't good but didn't test it really. This dude does everything for the clicks without real content. I think he rents the stuff just for 1 day
Confused... If you don't like the whole stick on bottom and cam on top, why don't you just undersling it? It's way more efficient and stable. I've never rocked with these with the cam on top.
Love ya matti buuut, you gotta dig in more. Firstly, zhiyun makes a new gravity arm for the crane 2 that is longer for the 1dx. Second, that nod only comes when the motor setting is not turned to strong, and/or you’re not balanced. Here’s a pic of my 1dxii on the crane 2 with a canon 85mm 1.2 lens! No wobble at all! instagram.com/p/BfaNG6-BJZ6/
Thanks for the insight!
Yep! I had the same issue on a Sony A6000.
Totally agree and I’m a fan Matti, but your video just felt like you didn’t want to like it before you tried it. Not to mention the there are accessories now that make the the ixd 2 easy to put on. Also crane 2 is easy to use with the handle on top which is simply not possible with the glide cam. You didn’t even mention advantages like that. I get you like what you like but I enjoy your reviews when they are more comprehensive. Still a fan though and your videos are great!
Yeah, I just bought one and the first thing I did was change the motor setting to the strongest setting.
Yeah, I think he didn't have it really balanced. He seemed to have it pendulumed so the weight was just at the bottom, not centered. Nice big gimbal but my entry level DSLR is too light for the Crane 2 or glide cams. The V2 is a better fit. I guess the glide cam is a better fit for the OP's style.
Did you have the power set to high? I use the Crane 2 with a heavy Sony PXW Z 90 without any problem. The dual handle accessory is really useful though. It's impossible to use with one hand.
1) You need the Gravity adjustment plate for dx1. 2) You can get dual grip handle if you need dual grip. 3) Do research first Matti
Good work! On your 6D what lens do you have? Thanks!!
For the case smell: if you leave it open for a day or two, the smell will go away. I had the same issue with my drone case, but after two days the smell disappeared and never came back (I was able to take the foam out of the hard case to really let it air out since it’s the foam that smells).
There is a low, med, high settings in the gimbal menu, you need to change it to fit the camera weight you are putting on the gimbal. And don't need to do any difficult tuning.
exactly! then it stops nodding ☺️
I have Glidecam HD-2000 and Zhiyun Crane 2. I'm not a very experienced user of Glidecam, but after all the times I used it, I can say that's really difficult to balance it, especially with big lenses. You should put extra weight to balance this thing, and it gets too heavy. I also was surprised how it's easy to get smooth shoots with Zhiyun Crane 2. Balancing wasn't difficult part at all too. I like to have an ability to change the apperture, ISO, and shutter speed from a joystick. This gimbal is a really nice tool for run and gun situations like weddings. As you mentioned in one of your previous videos it's quite good in filming low angle shoots. I agree that motions looks more natural with Glidecam, but for most situations I'd choose Zhiyun Crane 2. Thanks for one more good video. :)
Awesome insights! Thanks so much for sharing 🙌🏻
Matti, I'm lost. Why do a review on gimbals when you admit that you didn't take the time to balance it (but admitted that it takes time to learn how to balance and use a Glidecam), and most importantly, you said you don't even like gimbals in your Glidecam video. Why even do a review????? I love your channel and I've been a subscriber for a few years, so not being negative. But this just sounded like a gimbal bashing video. Oh, and they make handles for people that need two hands to turn it. IJS.
or buy a Movi?
That was the same with the spark. Didn't really test it but said it's not good and stuff like that. Pff. That dude is just a click baiter
Not a bad point, but I think he's testing it against what he's willing to spend on setup. It sounded like he was willing to spend just a moment balancing it, but not a bunch of time fine tuning. In that sense, it's not about whether the product works at all, but a matter of how well it fits his chosen workflow.
this guy sometimes talk from his ass just to fill content like every other youtuber and thats hella fine... I had better experience with home made glidecams than the most expensives gimbals sometimes things doesnt work okay.,.. with some you are juts more comfortable... peace :)
I used the 2 minute intro-commercial to read your comment. Definitely a better use of my time. I haven't seen this guy before and I don't want to be rude, but he instantly comes across as someone who will do anything for views.
I use both the Glidecam HD 2000 and Zhiyun crane. Different tools for different jobs, but I find myself gravitating towards the gimbal almost every time because it's so much lighter and easier to keep balanced.
What about the dual handle accessory? Have you tried that? It might satisfy your need for different holding options.
When you tested the 1dx did you change the payload weight setting to high? it shakes if the weight load is set too light or heavy.
If anyone else reads this you can get dual handles with it which i like because you have the option of a smaller or larger setup which is good for travelling. In regards to the case i didn't notice any smell.
Did you choose the right settings for the 1Dxii?
Had the same Trouble with a 7D and a heavy Sigma lens... Learned we had to change the motor strength to high and the "nodding" stopped. Maybe this is the problem?
I have a GH4, apurture lens regain and a sigma 18-35 and I also have issue with the nodding you mention at 4:25. I am not sure but I think it is because we havent balanced our cameras perfectly. I seems that due to the fact that our setup are quite towards the end of the weight limit it is even more important to balance it perfectly.
Thanks for the video!
So you didn't tune it?? Really? Just a few steps and done, you have a stabilized 1dx
Matti- you can buy all sorts of accessories: shoulder plates, bicycle handles, secondary handle, mic brackets, light brackets, you can film upside down / inverted so the camera is literally on the ground. Don’t let this little Gimbal fool you it is 💯 quality
hey matti i see some glowing effect in footage 7:25 do you use any glowing filters or that effect came through grade
I hope you will spend more time with it and give us an update video if you get the 1DX balanced correctly.
Did you make sure you had the crane set to the 'strong' setting, which would be needed with the weight of your camera.
Matti - I went to Zhiyun Assistant app to my phone and connect to the gymbal. If you scroll to the bottom of the Stabilizer Settings menu, you can choose between three motor strengths: weak, medium and strong. I sent strong and no more jitter problem :).
7:07 I'm really not a fan of deep depth of field shots that are typically seen with these shots on Glidecams or Cranes. I love my f4 cinematic shots using Cine lenses, so I personally disagree with your point on the focus ring. Shooting with intent and getting specific shots while maintaining stability with the Ronin-S or this gimbal is insane to me and I think ground breaking. The ability to be your own focus puller and stabilize your shots. Not many people talking about this kind of filmmaking maybe I could get your thoughts?
Had the same issue, but all you have to do is go into the settings and increase the strength and resistance and it will work just fine.
Love your content, but you really dropped the ball on this one Matti. All of your issues with the product have been resolved by either the company or 3rd party manufacturers. And if you want a different form factor there is the Ronin line from dji. This is like the 3rd(?) "I hate gimbles" video in only a few months. You already know your solution, stick to the glide cam.
Or be willing to put in the practice needed with any new tool
What did you use to shoot the video of yourself working the gimbal, that footage looks great and it always stays in focus even when pushing in on the subject. I would love to know your gear and technique to nailing the focus all the time.
Step 1 get Gravity adjustment plate for heavy cams then Step 2 Please install Zhiyun assistant app and choose stabiliser settings and you choose 'strong" you can avoid that shakes....also calibrate with calibration settings in the same app...usual app is zhiyun play....Thanks bro...love your videos...
Matti, like your videos, but the Crane 2 is absolutely awesome! Use it also with the dual handle and 7" field monitor; it´s just creazy fun with amazing results!
Never had any Problems with my Moza Air
love this Gimbal and never want to miss it in my workflow
Yea it’s awesome!
they make a longer plate for the 1DX on the crane 2 now!
Did u change the setting to high for the motor? If not it won’t balance. I have to set it for high for the GH5, Speedbooster & Sigma 18-35mm. Also u need the 2 handle grip. I got one recently and it makes a massive difference. It’s much easier to carry and turn the camera.
I see your point with the form factor, but all the changes you wanna have would make the gimbal bigger and for that you already could use a Ronin or some of the extensions... For me it´s build like this because it´s super smal and easy to transport like this
Great video Matti! I think you need to download the app and change the motor settings from "weak" to "strong" in order to get rid of the "nodding."
Matti Did you set up the motor strength . shipped they come at the lowest setting . also I can balance bigger cameras on my v2 .. it is all in the balancing .
Hi Matti, how do you keep your subject always in focus even when you moving closer or further away from the subject?
Do you use the Crane 2 follow focus or Canon dual pixel auto track focus ?
Matti, the NODDING from the gimbal is an extremely easy fix. When i first purchased this gimbal, i had this problem too, but all it took was a little research to figure out. All you have to do is go into the Zhiyun Assistant app, and change it. The factory settings of the gimbal’s motors are set to “weak,” you have to connect your phone to the the gimbal through the app, and manually set the motors to “strong.”
Are you going to get any mugs with the TravelFeels sketch on them? Thanks!
Frick it. I’m buying the crane over the glidecam
Glad I wasn't alone in these thoughts. And thanks for hitting the nail on why I didn't take to it - it's the form factor of that single pole operation. Not enough control over the shot.
Good points but dont agree at all. I bet when you first started using the glidecam it wasnt easy or perfect to set up either and you probably had to do a lot of adjustments until you practiced enough with it right? Well same with this gimbal! Take some time with it and i bet it'll work perfect for you so much better. I have the Crane V1 and it has been such a big improvement on my quality of videos and has almost never let me down! There are dual handles, attachments and so many other improvements that theyve already done in the past years and i love it. Just my 2 cents...
There's dual handles for the Crane 2, I like using it.
Hey matti could you make a glidecam setup and camera flying tips?
Love your videos Matti but you should really have done a little more research before making this video. Zhiyun offer an arm specifically designed for the 1DX. You should have used the app (which is one of the best features of Zhiyun gimbals) and changed your motor settings / pan sensitivity etc. You can also buy dual handles and halo ring adapters for the crane which answers what you said at 8:10 - I've owned a glidecam and now own a gimbal and I have to say with the amount of extra weight and skill required, glidecams just aren't worth it. However, I cannot argue that they do give a more natural and smoother feel to your footage and are probably more practical for travel etc.
Did you turn the motor strength up to the high setting? The default setting on that gimbal is low motor strength for small cameras. If you don't turn it up to high when you mount a big DSLR you get that wobble.
Can you get your hands on Tilta G2X? It seems it can support C200, so it should hold 1dx2 as well. It also has an option of adding an extra handle via rosette so the way you can hold it is improved comparing to other pistol grip gimbals.
I may have misses this in the past, but what kind of audio recorder would you recommend? I'm shooting a wedding soon and I would like an option other than just a hotshoe mic to record things more at the source
Hey Matti! Congrats for changing name and thanks for the video!!
Do you know if this gimbal can be used in portrait mode? I'd like to use it for IG stories but I don't know if it works...
Hi Matti! Didn't you get the dual handle?
Matti, 4:32 the warbling is normal! You have to change the Motors strength to max.!
I'm curious if you plan on trying the DJI Ronin S when it comes out later this year. Same form factor, but handles more weight and might actually work for your 1DX. They also promise more accessories for the Ronin S like dual handles and follow focus.
Hi Matti! I was convinced to purchase Crane 2 but yesterday I watched Casey's Ronin S review and now I dont know which one to buy. I have a GH5. Which will you go for, Crane 2 or Ronin S? Many thanks!
I have the same issue with twisting the handle to get a nice rotating shot. It's really hard to master that and I definitely do wish there was a better way to go about it. I hope to see companies improve the ergonomics of their gimbals soon
ThroughAlyssasEyes - hey TAE, have u tried turning it up side down? You’ll have a few more logistical issues with getting the shot itself, but the gimbal will function easier when it’s inverted as will your hands on the gimbal.
Good luck.
Yea I think it’s possible to do them but should be way easier
6:55 you said it wont be as stable.. It is a gimbal, so it is supposed to remain stable either you use wit one hand or two...
Great review video Matti. 👍🏼
Do you think a glidecam would be the best gimbal overall for most cameras for stable footage?
What about the optional handles for it? It is for two hands...
Try Zhiyun Crane Plus or on the mobile app for the crane you have to change it for heavy cameras to stop the jiggle
Hey mate! I’m curious where you got that long sleeved shirt you’re wearing at 0:07 ? Thanks man!
Same thing was happening to me with the 'nodding'. Go into the menu on the gimbal itself and increase the strength to the highest setting. That worked for me.
Hello, what is the name of the music that you have used in the introduction? It was LIT !
Matti, does work focus knob work flawlessly with 6Dm2 or not? Official info says 5Dm3/4 only and I still did not google reliable info about 6Ds.
Hey Matti, u should try the handlebar attachment for the gimbal. Makes rotating shots much easier.
Gordon Campbell agreed
Totally agreed. I bought it and I will keep it. I am practicing with it. But to say that this is a pleasure to use and indispensable to videographers is pure lies. Most footage that I have seen, especially from wedding videographers, contains like 10 inches to 50-70 inches of smooth travel and then the frame goes to cut. The truth is that it cannot replace jibs,cranes, travling rails etc. Even perfectly balanced before, even with a catwalk of not lifting the body and keeping a horizontal line it wobbles for anything longer than 3-4 yards walk. And I suspect that most shots we see are additionally stabilized in post
Your gimbal's motor settings are on strong??
Did you balance the unit with the screen flipped out? If not that's probably why you're getting that wobbling on the tilt axis
What might You suggest for a steady Gumbel that holds a real camera (Video) not a DSLR. that is able to keep the camera steady from 90 degrees straight down to 90 degrees straight up for videoing Model airplanes. OH also have to be able to see the screen in order the keep the model planes framed correctly.
So you looked at the MOZA AIR? It is a inexpensive gimbal with a maximum wight of 3,2 kg and a optional dualhandelbar in package
Matti I had the same problem, it got fixed by adjusting the strenght of the motors, changing to strong level for a more heavy set up and bring it down to medium or low to a lighter camera, you should try that, best
no dude, that is not a manufacturing flaw, there is an extension arm for the 1dx mk2, go on their site and check.
Very true and you still can’t beat the simplicity of a glide cam type set up.... as long as it’s not too windy!!
Did you try the different motor settings? I if you refieing this gimbal you have to adjust the different settings until it fits your camera setup
u can lock it and change settings how fast it spin when you move your hand. (aka rotating shots, u mentioned at 8:08) ;-)
did u try the high motor setting?
Mattiiiii u have to change the motor setup to heavy. And thsn it wont woble any more sith 1dxii
Waiting on the DJI Ronin S, your thoughts Matti?
Hi Matti. I considering buying crane 2 but would servo follow focus work with high cameras as 1dx? I want to use it with Fuji xt2 with battery grip. But I am not sure is follow focus can reach the lens. Thank you
Hey man. I have a Zane Crane 2 and I also use a 6D Mark II on it. How do you feel about uploading 4k through Adobe using 6DMII footage? Love your channel and your content.
4:47 I could not agree more! I want my things to work right, no mistakes. Let me make the mistakes and let my things just work right.
Can Zhiyun rotate for 90 degree to get vertical video?
Have you updated firmware? This is the reason why it was nodding
When you travel do you take gimbal and drone in separate cases or do transfer one or both into your camera bag
Hi what about price and functionality when You compare with another gimbals? I still have problem to use a steadycam :( maybe gimball can be good for me but there is so many of market..
I haven't watched yet.. But could this have something to do with using a massive 1D mk 2 as a selfie cam?
The nodding means it wasn’t balanced properly..I think....because for my 5dmk3 it would nod sometimes but after balancing and calibrating the gimbal it went away
Nope perfectly balanced on all axis. Might be a firmware thing or then settings
Nice video. Zhiyun needs training. What were you expecting Matti?
Use the thump on your right hand to pull the focus when shooting, you can get adjustment plate for the 1DX, you can get the dual handle for crane 2 from Zhiyuan or smaller extra handle that screws on the bottom. Thanks for your thought´s :)
you didn't address the fact you can get the 2 handle grip and wireless remote for controlling the gimbal and follow focus in a much more comfortable way of holding the setup and using FF simultaneously.. theer are a ton of accessories out or coming out for the crane 2
Hi Matti. Do you think your Ronin S will replace your Glidecam?
Great video! How do you think of using this product for vlogging? I've been thinking not really but have wanted to test one out so bad for myself
For me it’s too much of a hassle. Takes too long to setup and use. But that’s just me
I think it's easy to use but it is heavy. I mean if you want to vlog only using one hand. If you keep your speaks short it's not a problem😂(I have Canon 80D + crane 2)
Petteri Vähäkangas thanks, yeah I just have the a6500
Miguelito Saenz Vlogs Check Zhiyun Crane Plus. It's little smaller but still strong.
By any chance will you be reviewing the Fuji X-H1?
Matti, the thing is, obviously we don't have the same luxury as you have to test the gimbal. We can only do a research online and decide. By the way, have you tried to set the load setting on the gimbal before you mounted your DX? I believe the shaking problem you had is due to wrong load setting. And you forgot to mention that for the Crane 2 there is an accesorie handle so you can use two hands left and right. That is an additional expense of course.
Love your editing. The beginning b roll is always top notch. Great video.
Curious if you've ever tried to setup a camera in vertical/portrait position with any small gimbals?
I know with a steady cam you could do it easily with an L-bracket 🤔
I haven’t! But that would be interesting
I'll have to find a way to give it a try! I think I've reached the limit of my handheld stability for IG stories
Hi Matti, can you please suggest a gimbal for my JVC GY-HM170 4K Camcoder as I have been searching for the past 2 years as the camera is bulky and heavy 4lbs
Matti, how do you like this one versus the crane 1?
Can you please do a studio tour, or how I film my videos!
Love the Video Matti, but I think a way to fix the nodding problem with the camera is to make sure the motors are set to Heavy (I think that’s what’s it called) there are tree different settings for lighter cameras like Sony a6500. Maybe that will fix it. 🤷🏾♂️ I have Crane 2 too. Love the thing to pieces.
Reece Moffett hey do you know how to quickly put it back to neutral position? Like when you are in locked mode, in a very slow joystick control rate and you made a mistake and want to do it again, how can I revert it back to the neutral position?
I agree with you and mine is shaking horizontally. the smell ducks too due to cheap material used in manufacturing