DJI OM 5 Smartphone Gimbal Review // Good or Gimmicky?

[@thefiwstwowmgetssnappedeaw849]

It's probably the smallest gimbal there is, and with built-in extension rod and selfie lights lol! I'm suddenly obsessed

[@YellowRoseDrones]

New subscriber. Just received mine a few days ago. The main thing I couldn't figure out at first, was my phone was stuck in portrait mode & I wanted landscape mode. I just now figured out that you could physically turn the phone to put it into landscape mode, or press the "M" button twice to do it also. Nobody seems to have covered that in the handful of videos that I've watched so far. Thanks for all the effort you put into making this video.

[@CDKE23]

After having it for several months what do you think of the gimbal? Still deciding if it’s worth it

[@YellowRoseDrones]

@@CDKE23 I've gotten to be better at using it, and it is really, really stable for video purposes. I really like it.

[@CDKE23]

@@YellowRoseDrones that’s good! I’ve been watching a couple of videos comparing the 5 and 6. Creators dilemma 😂

[@mannytroll9572]

@@CDKE23 same for me 😂

[@TheTMax]

The face thinning, skin lightening, eye widening features are specifically for the Asian market, where those features are HEAVILY used by everyone, including content creators. I agree that they are gimmicky, but DJI knows its market and that people will use it. Great video, Matti!

[@Shambolic2000]

Right. I live in China and I can see that being used all the time here

[@omp365]

that is so strange. i actually thought 'that is probably because half the chinese don't want to look chinese' and i had no idea i was actually right.

[@RoTelnCheese]

Skin lightening 😂

[@lambr0063]

I’m guessing he doesn’t use tiktok

[@cocutou]

DJI is a Chinese company after all.

[@namenotfound8172]

This gimbal just makes me wanna go out and do creative videography stuff!

[@mhmiller21]

Me too but you and I both know we never will.

[@RahmaandStuart]

@@mhmiller21 this makes me laugh 😂

[@ifdanieldid]

“Drag around an object, like my brother” 😂 3:55

[@doblebo]

4:39 lol bro you nailed it. maybe all it needed was 2yrs, but the facial expression with the filters was the cherry on top. i am watching this because i got a good deal on one of these that happened to be in stock somewhere.

[@jeffshaw9209]

I just picked one up yesterday, using an iPhone 11+ Flimic Pro + Moment case for ND's etc... and the quality 'rivals' my dSLR. Really happy with the build quality. Looking forward to using this for some supplemental B-roll. Won't be using it for everything but it's a nice added tool in the toolbox and like you said Matti, it's always there when you need to get a shot. Won't ever use the special effects to modify faces etc.

[@tinaavantis6900]

Happy with it 5 months later? Considering getting one.

[@jeffshaw9209]

@@tinaavantis6900 Hey Tina, for that set up it was great! I did however upgrade my phone to a 13 pro recently. It still handles the weight but I wanted to use some of my dSLR 77mm ND's to cover all 3 lenses. I picked up the moment 67mm filter mount and use a step up ring to get me to 77mm. that set up is 300g (10g over the payload specs) The OM5 won't balance it no matter how I place it. The motors do a LOT of complaining... I have to shoot handheld if I want to use that configuration (which is no problem with the amazing stabilization of the 13 pro. If I'm using the original single 37mm VND on the wide or tele it works perfectly... one note: because the iphone 11 has rounded edges it fit very nicely in the phone clamp. The iPhone 13 with it's squared edges does not sit as well... especially with the case on, which is needed to use the single filters... still happy though :)

[@nkwish]

I was just considering buying the DJI OM 4 yesterday. Now this one comes out! My daughter would love this for her KZbin Channel. Thanks for the in-depth review!

[@DavidsPredatorfiske]

As Pete’s dad would say, your laugh is infectious! 🤣

[@henriettaiwuji]

I literally just purchased this gimbal… haven’t played with it yet, but this is my first gimbal so I’m sure it’s gonna be awesome 💃💃💃

[@ben_g_ali]

They should done the extension rod automated, it would be great to get that smooth cinematic recording

[@NithilanDhandapani]

Ya. They should have made the gimbel itself gets our camera attaches itself and start shooting. That would be magically cinimatic

[@andrewedgerton]

Videographer, photographer, blader. You’re speaking my language!!! Good review!

[@joyoffilming9500]

Same issue as for most phone-gimbals: with the motors in front of the phone you cannot take advantage of the ultra-wide lens. Also, you cannot mimick underslung mode because of the limited tilt angle of those gimbals.

[@TheKing4576]

Making this my next gear to get shooting videos for my self definitely getting this one ☝️

[@DMProductions]

Matti telling it like it is, good and bad! That’s what we want! Great review, shame about the rotation

[@IzzyOnTheMove]

Does it hold up on the tripod in windy weather? I live by the St Lawrence river an dmy regular tripod falls over all the time while filming and the feet of this seem very flimsy ...

[@philliphubbard1000]

The review was fun to watch, but two things I was really hoping to find more information on was: 1- Did the OM5 hold/clamp the 12 Pro Max better (including a case); 2- Did it have a little stronger gimble motors to handle a case and Polar Pro ND filter.

[@9TechEleven]

It feels slippery with most cases. Especially Apple Silicone case. I used it on the 12 & 13 Pro Max and the regular 11. Weight is definitely an issue. Feels smoother on higher phones.Haven't been using an ND filter but it feels like there will be no issue as you can micro adjust the tilting.

[@JohnCannonBand]

And that’s a really cool idea about how the gimbal cuts should go with the beats that would be really cool

[@BurgernKimchi]

Thanks Matti for the honest review! My wife and I primarily use our Samsung S21 Ultra for our channel, so we will be picking this up, despite some of the gimmicky features and limitations. We've been looking for a gimbal for some time now, but we had trouble finding a compatible one that listed the S21 as good-to-go. We checked the DJI website and the documentation lists the S21 Ultra for the OM 5, so we're sold!

[@Lectrosoul]

What's the max video resolution you can use with your s21 and the Mimo app? Mine is locked to 1080 30fps just not good enough imo

[@Soccerjitsu]

@@Lectrosoul Thanks for this comment this is what I was looking for, I wasn't sure if it would use the S21 full power camera or be limited by an app. The zoom is one of the best features on the samsung cameras

[@jessiesdroneadventures7464]

Dude!! The first 40 seconds of this video reminded me of that late 1990's Disney movie Brink!

[@nicolasstokes9297]

Wow oh wow! DJI is being generous with their upgrades! The OM5 is gonna be the gimbal that will end all other gimbals for sure!

[@TheMsnitish]

sure! hope they bring down the price in future

[@Faine212]

idk there appears to be massive amounts of bad ratings on the OM5. a bunch of issues like weaker motor compared to Past DJI OMs and more flimsy (They probably wanted to save construction costs and made it lower quality and called it a feature with how it's "Lighter!") and firmware issues which causes the motor to have a seizure and shake uncontrollably.

[@TheMsnitish]

@@Faine212 They're gonna bring newer version then with fixes

[@viniciusreboucas6099]

@@TheMsnitish $129 on Amazon

[@podcastallthingsirrelevant]

Had no clue you are an inline/agrressive skater. I have been skating since i was in elementary school. God bless you man and thank you for all the content.

[@gabrielpagan5713]

Great video,! Im debating between this and OM5. I can get a “like new” OM4 for $99 USD or pay $159USD for the OM5. Do you think I should grab the OM4? Does the price justify the upgrade? Thanks!

[@nestorriera]

What‘ya go with?

[@lenareneemusic]

What did you pick?

[@thebrotographerscollective6492]

What?!?!?!? Matti is shredding on those skates! Thanks for the video!

[@thelamielousershow2896]

Wow! That's cool but I think it would be too cumbersome for me! Like for what im doing in my daily vlog at least! I'm like a run and gunner for the most part and I think the slight camera shake adds to the personality of my vlog! BTW man! You have helped me so much. I post a video every day now and it's a lot in part to the advice you have given me! You really inspire people to succeed on KZbin man!

[@mattih]

Yea probably better to just stick with the phone!

[@thelamielousershow2896]

@@mattih I've been using a Canon M50 and a GoPro 9 so both of them have stabilization but I think a gimbal would make it kind of toooo steady. I can't have people thinking I'm a professional 😎😂

[@FilipinosaAmericavlog]

Matti, suddenly you become my idol. I'd like the way you film , product Review. From Texas

[@MzeeAlii]

Every time I watch Matti's video: "Hol up.... How did he do that?" The shots are insane!

[@tonymurphy9112]

I got 5 gimbals, used them all about once..you right your phone is the best option, always on you...

[@DennisdeJong]

Extension is a plus. Limited gimbal movement a big con, specially if you like to switch between upright and underslung. Still using a zhiyun smooth 4 and extend it with a monopod.

[@personabovefarts1244]

that's one too many gadgets... big con!

[@attiqueen]

The retouching part sold me! I’m so getting one if it makes me look like a teenager again 😂

[@renattoandree]

I almost forgot DJI had this, but either way looks pretty dope

[@mattih]

So much tech haha

[@MollyFitzBrown]

I started with miniDV tapes too lol I feel old... lol That face change thing is crazy weird! hahaha

[@Jesuschrist-z8n]

Was waiting ❤️

[@weirdnomad8868]

Skin lightening is a feature that many Asian consumers want and girls would like the rosy cheek features. Given the DJI is a Chinese company it makes sense that they would include those features.

[@ikenj]

There are a few cheaper, 1 or 2-axis gimbals that extend. Some of them actually have the tripod built into the main base. DJI should’ve adopted that feature too.

[@nickmuscolino8724]

it has it

[@markdinatale6660]

Do you have examples of these other gimbals?

[@MR-AK]

This is the problem that this Mimo app does not allow you to use Camera pro settings. Have they changed that now is it still the same? I have the older version from 2 yrs ago.

[@ThreeTwentyTech]

I mean it's a selfie stick with a gimbal. It's simple but it fixes a lot of the stability issues that occur with selfie sticks.

[@jeremyscloset]

Man your studio is FANTASTIC

[@gavinconnolly4175]

This thing would be great for capturing some extra footage of our storm chasing team, and quickly and easily sent from phone to socials. Added feature of the extendable stick would be that, if used correctly, might reduce the “bounce” effect while walking. Keep the great vids coming legends.

[@tagmaster5854]

I don't think it would unless you use a high quality Wifi enabled camera as opposed to a cell phone. Even then these Osmo stabilizers are very low end

[@BUTTERTV]

Matti! So happy to see you break out the fifth elements! Great video as usual!

[@isaacjmay]

I was really worried them making it lighter and having the selfie stick would sacrifice quality and from the reviews i've seen on amazon i would say that is exactly what happened. I'll stick with the 4 for now.

[@livetodaydietomorrowltdt2405]

DJI OM 5 Athens Gray can we use wireless microphone with this setup?

[@keezytv7854]

I had no idea Matti was a blader... No wonder I thought I recognized him when I first found this channel. Nice Roces :)

[@CharlieGolfAviation]

Thanks Matti! Super helpful review

[@pauloancarvalho]

The best thing in the world is practicing sports. Don't ever quit skating again! 🙂

[@fabmanly1070]

Whoa! Thanks for the warning about the week gimbal motors.

[@rochelleangelique]

Wow. Great review. I spotted the Neon Flamingo in Newmarket. They have the best grilled cheese's!

[@Slippery_Si]

How much faster is Active Track 4.0 compared to the previous version?

[@chasegreene82]

Looking at a gimbal for my iPhone 12 Pro Max so I can start shooting fun cinematic videos of my kids. This video was really informative and fun to watch. Thanks!

[@arlan_imagesBoston]

I was so tempted to buy a his last night. I wish I did. Definitely gonna give it a try for small simple projects with my cell phone.

[@lucianonevesvfx]

Please, @DJI, listen to this guy !!!! Thanks Matti!

[@FallLineJP]

Bro, that is some solid skating. Sick!

[@BCMusic1st]

@bcmusic1st Phone gimbals have definitely become a game changer!

[@RetroBusker]

Does this work with live streaming on tictok?

[@MikeMuellnerMD]

I buy these everytime they come out. They come out so often I haven’t even taken the version 4 out of the box and now this is out

[@tonyanderson2269]

Can this new DJI OM 5 use with the new Galaxy Z Fold 3? Great content. Thanks for your contribution.

[@xyumyaaj9576]

Which camera you guys use to film this video the majority of the time? Video quality is really nice.

[@simongphotography]

Lightcut from dji partners allows for the music and sync mode you looking for

[@Youtzushka]

how about bobbling effect when walking? is still present? then it's just another gimbal...

[@twonomads2433]

Can we use it with GoPro

[@mikeobedoza]

always a pleasure to see you on the blades!

[@SimoPortti]

Hows the compatibility with android? Especially Samsung products? Usually the apps that these gimbals use work better on Apple and android is forgotten completely and none of the reviewers touch this issue.

[@pinkflairgirl]

@mimibikini I was just thinking about buying the OM 4 for travel, so this is perfect timing!

[@LocalJunkRemoval2189]

witch ones best ? 4/5

[@marcoa.rangel6267]

I like that you always give the cons along with all the things you like on a product! Very nice gimbal I was waiting for dji to come out with a selfie light on theirs! 👍🏻

[@nishaanpatel9985]

What would you say the main difference is between the 5 and 4 apart for the fact it extends

[@shugacain2399]

LOL Me over here Living for the filters, why you laughing! 👀👀👀

[@MrMlyarber]

I thinking about great shots and video on vacation or road trips with this, the rest of the time snapshots. Great review.

[@marioplus321]

Does it work correctly if a smartphone not attached in the centre of it? [as LG G7Thinq has THIS:( google assistant button right in the middle of it]

[@Migueldeservantes]

wondering if the gimbal would work without the Cellphone?? I have a much lighter smaller camera that I would like to try... but don't want to waste the money to find out it doesn't do what I need!!!

[@melaleucatree]

The face filter is super useful, especially if you didn't sleep well the night before, haha! A lot of girls love it!

[@thisissachinsolanki]

Lots of love from India ❤️ Keep shining bro 🤩

[@Martijnvw83]

You're actually a really decent blader!! Awesome 🔥🔥🔥

[@silviyasue9245]

Nice Review 👍 I should have one for my up coming vacation ✌🏻✌🏻✌🏻

[@PackOnTrackDogTraining]

Finally a solution to the Bigfoot video problems!!

[@jjmaia]

Any reason why the footage quality is terrible with the mimo app?

[@GarrettMusic1]

Thanks Matti, just bought one!

[@stefanzoltner550]

Your blading skills are pretty damn good! :)

[@MuscleCarSolutions]

Just bought a replacement 4. Not enough in this one for what I do to need an upgrade. I’ll wait till I break my 4. ;)

[@xc.potter7754]

Can you use the phone vertical and not horizontal? And is it possible to use it without the DJI app? I feel like it would be better to use the phone camera app and not a third party app? 🤷🏼‍♂️ From what I can see it still looks quite shaky. Is it worth to buy?

[@Airbornofnorway]

Thank you so much, Matti, for sharing this. I wondered if I were going for this or not - I think I will!

[@DivinehopePeterWeston]

How do you get on with windy conditions, do you ever use a dead cat microphone?

[@icebergnews886]

Would all the things on the screen will you still be able to use this going Facebook live?

[@beeducated6157]

Matti you’re a Legend! Thank you

[@mudburon3381]

So Good review so is DJI going to bring back its trade up program so I can upgrade my Osmo 3 to 5? Also does OM5 finally fully support Android Phones since previous generations had issues with things like follow the subject.

[@ramonvsosa]

Which iPhone is he using on the OM 5. I'm trying to figure out the payload for the iPhone 13 Pro Max and a case on it.

[@sottheaphoeurng9044]

Will you be able to put iPhone 12 pro max case with that ? Cuz I need to use my Variable ND filter that's why. Thanks

[@taylorwells3706]

@taymations, love your stuff! I've been wondering about smartphone gimbals, this video was super helpful

[@thesportydad9911]

Did you find it was hard to film skating with the gimbal. I filmed at the same park with the gimbal and found it difficult to follow the rider.

[@chuckparker1259]

Do you think it would work if I mounted it to my bike? I want to video the bike trails around here.

[@BROOKSCOLLECTABLES]

Will it fit an external Microphone if your using it for iPhone or is the arm still in the way ? that’s my only bugbear with the osmo4 I have to counterweight the phone to compensate for either a rode or boya microphone ! If it doesn’t please will you pass on this bit of feedback to the nice people at dji for, me it’s the one design floor that makes the whole thing redundant, it’s no good giving us all this potential for filmmaking, like image stability, follow mode, selfie stick, time laps, led lighting etc if you can’t up the performance of the audio too, by adding a better microphone ! I’ve still ordered one 😂😂😂 but I just want it to be epic not just great, if you know what I mean?

[@ArchieGee]

Another gimbal lesss gooo!

[@RV_Lyrics]

In my opinion, the boom stick is good but I don't think if the magnet will last thru out the shooting process

[@tonystraughter4847]

Wow what a great review of the DJI OM 5 Smaetphone Gimmbal. I tried a Gimmbal last week and it was very difficult to use. The joystick was southpaw and I could not get it to stabilize on my feature viewing object. UT look like the same is true for this Gimmbal. It looks like you need to take a training course in the joystick controls. Why don't they make one the gets "plug n play". Turn it on press.a.button to lock on a object and as you move it will lock on the thebobject mo matter where you Point it. Please Advise. Thank you

[@AntonioDiaz]

Dang great review ! Imagine this with the new iPhone! Pshhhh wild!

[@IzzyOnTheMove]

The thing with the selfie stick is that the angle is wrong for vlogging when extended. It doesn't face you it looks up at you. I don't want double chin footage 😆 i'll stick with my 26$ adjustable selfie stick / tripod.

[@brianetheridge556]

Is the software/app up to date for newer phones like Samsung galaxy s21 and s22 now

[@JosesGarage101]

How does it deal with heavy phoned like note s20 ultra or iphone 13 pro max?

[@Monarch15w]

If you where going to pay for one and was just using it for shooting kids playing sports and family events would you do the OM 5 or OM 4?

[@garethhusaam6188]

I just started smartphone videography.. the gimbal would really be helpful @thaameyy