DJI RS3 Mini VS Zhiyun Crane M3S

[@markwiemels]

The M3s really is crazy good. Best Gimbal I have ever used.

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

It's really so great. I am loving the Weebil 3S too for the bigger stuff

[@ikhlaqahmed6876]

@@MarkBennettCameraCrisism3s or weebill 3s for sony zve10 with sigma 16mm

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

the m3s will handle it, but the Weebil 3S can do many more combo ps and do vertical video as well (of course it is bigger)

[@behindthebuild8016]

@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis when is your review of the weebil 3s?

[@whatthefitt]

@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis Great video! Do you think the m3s will work for the Fuji XT5 and the Fuji XF16-80 lens?

[@850Tech]

I decided to order a Crane M3s as you said it’s more smooth and performs better. Problem is they will take about 2 months to deliver it to my country

[@yigoh8437]

i was literally looking for this exact video yesterday but i couldn't find any, you always come at the right time

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

mind reader!!

[@nunusthirst167]

In your 🤭???

[@SDADanCars]

Thanks !!

[@tuan056585]

I'm waiting for this comparations longtime since the release of M3S. I like RS3mini for Quality, professional style and more room for future payload, but the M3S is lighter and built in LED light! I'm sure both of them can handle my A74 and 35GM without issue. I may end up getting the M3S just because of its weight. Thank you Mark for your time to make this video happen. 👍

[@ingeniousfinance]

thank you, it was really perfect to have this live walking video. we can definetely see a difference ! take care

[@Makiaveliiste]

Congratulations on reaching the 40 subscriber milestone Mark. Next step : 50k ! Thank you. Peace.

[@hotwidget]

Thank you so much for this comparison. I am sitting at the front door of Akihabara Yodobashi, and you gave me exactly what I needed! 😊

[@vandalpaulius]

the most exciting place to sit! Done that too way too many times :D

[@petersuvara]

Oh wow! That LED light is perfect! I don’t have to add a light to my setup all the time.

[@JackieZCreation]

Holy shit! Mark! You’ve got so many followers since last time I was here, congratulations! Still like your old hairstyle though

[@teriyak1terry]

Great video as usual Mark! I just recently got the DJI RS3 Mini after extensive research and comparison. It actually came down to Zhiyun Crane M3S and DJI RS3 Mini, so it’s definitely fun to see you comparing them now 👍

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

Both great gimbals!!

[@jackiewong6371]

what's the reason you get RS3 mini finally? I'm still thinking these 2 gimbal...

[@IngaKits]

the vertical mode is a deal breaker for me@@jackiewong6371

[@jaydanielstech]

Every time I search some very specific comparison your lovely face has a video with the answer. Impressed with the Zhiyun!

[@BRDXB]

Im zhiyun User from 2019 but Now a days Peoples want vertical video so i love DJI because of easy to move both modes

[@renek2050]

Hallo brdxb Die Leute wollen vertikale Videos? Wie dumm ist das ? Ich hasse diese vertikalen Videos. Die Leute sind nur zu doof oder zu faul ihre Kamera richtig zu halten. Die Hersteller sorgen auch für keine Verbesserung um ein Handy richtig zu halten und Tici Toci befeuert diesen Schwachsinn ja mit. Bin gespannt wann man die TV‘s auch vertikal dreht. Lieber bdx, lass dich nicht hin reißen, die Leute werden wieder vernünftiger und bleibe bei normalen horizontalen Aufnahmen. So denn…👍✌️

[@dbmathis]

"Ah, the world's a-changin', isn't it, Bessie?" old Grandpa Jenkins mused, as he eased into his rocking chair, gazing out into the quiet town of Lensville. Bessie, his loyal golden dog, thumped her tail on the wooden planks of the porch, a soft glimmer in her wise eyes. He scratched her ears absentmindedly, his mind drifting back to a simpler time, his eyes alighting on the tiny screen of his new DJI RS3 Mini gimbal. Long before the gimbals and the vertical video modes and affiliate links, there was a young boy and the Cumberland Plateau. That boy was none other than Jenkins himself. His heart had always belonged to that dense, majestic forest, sprawling over 2000 acres of remote trails, with three sparkling lakes, a charming pond, and an orchestra of wildlife that resounded like the grandest symphony to his ears. "Them mountains, Bess," Jenkins sighed, his voice a whisper of memories, "they'd light up with stars, each one brighter than the last, like God himself was a-paintin’ a masterpiece each night." He'd camp there, right by the old pond. As the evening descended, the world seemed to still. It wasn't quiet though. Far from it. The air would fill with a symphony of sound, a cacophony that was oddly harmonious. Frogs would croon in deep-throated chorus, crickets would chime in with their violin-like legs, and the distant echo of bats would add the percussion to the night's concerto. Jenkins took a sip of his ice-cold lemonade, the tangy sweetness taking him back to those same nights. He still remembered the songs of the night creatures - they were a lullaby and a beacon, a bridge between the man he was now and the boy he had once been. He closed his eyes, letting the sounds of Lensville's night bugs transport him back in time. "Them critters... they were like my Bluetooth, Bess," Jenkins chuckled, "connectin' me to the heartbeat of the wild." His thoughts drifted like the cottonwood fluff on the breeze. Jenkins, the man, found himself walking the streets of Lensville as a boy, his eyes wide with wonder and innocence. The flicker of fireflies in the encroaching night was his Zhiyun LED light, illuminating the world around him. Each tiny light was like a whispered secret, a promise of the unknown yet to come. "Life didn't need no quick release plates, or time-lapses, or USB-C connections, Bess," Jenkins mused, "it was just me, the fireflies, and the wonder of what was to come." In the quiet murmur of the Lensville night, Jenkins looked at his DJI RS3 Mini again, his eyes glancing over the side-by-side footage of his town. Both the DJI and Zhiyun Crane M3S were indeed the best compact gimbals on the market, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. But the boy in him longed for the simpler time, the unwritten poetry of a world untouched by digital screens and constant updates. "Which one should I buy?" Jenkins asked Bess, holding up the two gimbals, "Or maybe the real question is, which one would the boy in the mountains buy?" With a soft sigh, Jenkins put down the gimbals. He looked up at the star-studded sky, his old heart echoing with the sound of the frogs, crickets, and bats. His eyes twinkled with the reflected light of fireflies long gone. Perhaps the answer lay not in the digital features and app integrations, but in the magic of the past, where every night descended into a symphony of wild sounds, every firefly was a spark of hope, and every trail led to an adventure. "Maybe it ain't about buyin', Bess," he said softly, stroking her golden fur, "Maybe it's about rememberin'."

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

Jenkins seems like a steadicam man

[@RayLenses]

In your video samples I prefer dji because I could see many micro shakes with the zhiyun crane that's impossible to fix in post

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

Could be the dji had bigger swings but less micro jitters. I find it’s best to use camera stabilization on with both if possible

[@49erfan916]

You should make a video to see if it makes a difference if oss is turned on or off when on a gimbal. I’ve seen some people say to turn it off. Love your videos.

[@therealmoonstone]

your videos actually crack me up! Love your videos! the fact u ran down the street with two cameras pointed at your face shows dedication

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

🤣🤣

[@adimology]

Hi Mark! if you have to choose one, RS3 mini or Zhiyun Weebill 3S (standard kit)?

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

Weebil 3s for me. Smoother

[@adimology]

@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis thanks!

[@sundaydr1ve]

Ended up with the dji rs3 mini. It works with the pgytech quick release out of the box which is really nice for me

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

oh - that is nice. thanks for the info!!

[@fabimesizae]

Interesting comparison, as your usual. If I'm not mistaken Zhiyun Crane M3S seems to me to stabilize better, especially while walking.

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

it is a little more stable I find.

[@smartobzor]

Great video! Thx!

[@mikey7326]

Thanks for the comparison, would probably get the crane M3S.

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

Both are great - but I use the Crane m3s when i can

[@AprilClayton]

I would like a gimbal, but just looking at the ads confuses me. So many parts.

[@kassandravalentine]

I really liked your video. Great job explaining. Thank you! Better than all the other's at explaining and covering the questions that I had. :)

[@macaronafterparty]

Great video! On an unrelated note, any interest in reviewing the Samyang 35-150?

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

if they send it to me - then I’ll review it for sure. but so far - no luck

[@brianmonteiro8811]

Hi Mark, Can you make a comparison video of a new set of gimbals? Hohem just release its new camera stabilizer with its AI Sensor last 2 weeks ago called isteady mt2, and I would like to see its comparison with Zhiyun M3S or the DJI RS3 Mini along with some set of Sony cameras.

[@HaiTomVlog]

When I’m searching for something and see Mark’s got a video on it, I know I’m not going to be disappointed - great info, Mark! 🤙🏼

[@nightdonutstudio]

I have rsc2 and rs3 mini. I am quite disappointed at rs3 mini. I think one selling feature for dji gimbal is the super smooth setting. I always leave it on and it make quite big difference. The rs3 mini unfortunately does not have this feature and the stabilization just not at same level as my old rsc2. Since then I never used my rs3 mini.

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

yes, there is some compromise with the small form factor. I live the stabilization on in my camera while using the mini and it works well

[@TheMatsunami]

Thanks for that info. I have rsc2 and I consider selling it for rs3 mini.

[@850Tech]

Problem is my camera is an old A6400 my question is regarding the Ronin. Does it come with the Sony Multi Cable in the box ? If not do I have to buy the cable separately? Or is there any way to wirelessly trigger start stop record using Bluetooth with my a6400

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

It does have a multi cable that connects to the a6400 to controls a few functions

[@850Tech]

@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis thanks 👍. And pardon me for asking more questions. My main lens is the Sigma 16 1.4 can the Crane M3s handle this with my a6400 ?

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

yes - that combo will work

[@AleatoriosDoXanti]

Great video as Always Mark. Sooooo for vlogging, while walking on street and using a camera, like the Sony ZVe10, the Crane M3S is optimal?

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

as long as you’re not using a big lens then yes

[@ruciferu93]

bought n use rs3 mini for 4 month sold it cz too overkill for my zve10 + 18-50mm sigma, now i'll use zhiyun m2s much lighter for traveling. got sore arm after using rs3 mini+zve10 setup for 2hours+ walkaround city 💪🏼😩

[@jeccarreon]

Hi Mark! Great vid as always. I'm still deciding which one to pick for my zve10+sigma 18-50 combo. Have you seen/tried the Hohem MT2? I've been watching reviews of these 3 gimbals.

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

he Hohem has a very cool tracking feature, but as a gimbal it’s not as smooth as the rs3 mini or the crane m3s. my pick would be the crane M3S for your combo if you aren’t going to use that ai tracking feature. the m3s is the smoothest out of all three and it’s a fair bit smaller than the rs3 mini

[@AndKru-b6n]

Hi, which gimbal you may suggest to use with full frame Sony A7R3 + Sony 24-105 F 4.0 oe Sonu 35 f 1.8? It will be my first gimbal.

[@shtrudel-pu1cm]

you need weebill s3 or dji rs4

[@AprilClayton]

Is it possible to put a gimbal with the camera already balanced on it in a bag? I’m trying to get a DJI Pocket 3, but was thinking the ZVE1 would be manageable on a small gimbal for nature walks. I don’t want to hold it the whole time, but don’t want to spend ages rebalancing.

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

Yes, the m3s especially. If you have a small lens and the zve1 balanced, you can just power off (I usually lock the motors too) and then when ready to use - power back on

[@il_Presepe]

Thanks for sharing the video and providing your suggestions. I'm curious if the M3s is compatible with the beastgrip cage when using an anamorphic lens and an heavy phone like the S21 ultra. Can you share your insights or experiences on this matter? Thank you.

[@yanlecustomcorset]

zve10, smallrig and sigma 18-50mm f2.8, wwhat gimbal should i pick thank you Mark Please help me wwith your advise you do amazing job i have watched you video wwhen i was looking for a camera and len,,...until now looking foe gimbal

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

i like the crane m3s for that

[@yanlecustomcorset]

really, ok let me see thank Mark@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis

[@yanlecustomcorset]

really, i though more for DJI ms3 mini, could you show more Crane m3s better than DJI@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis

[@Moonman36045]

which is best for real estate video using a canon m50 Mark ll

[@dvirmedia]

The reason I prefer DJI's gimbal is because their app is significantly better. It is possible to control the movements of the gimbal in a very delicate way, and make camera movements that are very difficult to do manually. In the ZHIYUN application, the gimbal control is impossible, the movements are very fast, so it is not useful.

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

It is a really great app

[@Reviews4fun1]

I got the M3 and it seems great but if it had follow-me mode it would be excellent. I wish that could be added somehow because the Osmo pocket 3 is looking mighty compelling as a vlogging video, action cam thing.

[@StirfriedGerman]

Not enough difference to upgrade from M3, but I do prefer the Zhiyun over the two DJIs I have, especially with the Ulanzi Falcam accessory for the M3. Great video !

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

Thanks!!

[@surenflute]

Ulanzi has the plate for Rc3 mini too

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

@@surenflute Yes - I just received mine!! Gotta love Ulanzi

[@decentgarage]

Mark, I just picked up the crane m3s. Do you know if you can buy more quick release bases to use with this system? Like so you can leave the piece connected to the base of the camera.

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

Yes - ulanzi sells those

[@decentgarage]

@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis thanks!

[@jopppsss]

Will the M3s can balance the A6400 + Viltrox 75mm?

[@utunnelindia]

For Nikon z8, which among the two you suggest. With 20mm lens it's around 1.6 kg but it's not in the list

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

I would do the RS3 mini to be safe

[@slothsor2742]

Hello mark..Sigma trio still worth now for ZV E10 or do you recommend any other lens ? For 50mm & 85mm..

[@JasmineHuang-rt8vm]

Here you go, at page 15: zhiyun-website-shenzhen.oss-cn-shenzhen.aliyuncs.com/instruction/20230630/1688091162490-RQR8ajNK.pdf

[@miguel.triple.m]

The m3s is compatible with the a7c but it doesn’t specify if the a7cii is compatible I know it’s pretty much the new version of the same camera so I would assume it works but have you tried utilizing it with it?

[@relxcy770]

for a6400 can u give me recomendation?

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

it depends what lenses you are using, but the rs3 mini will cover you for more lenses

[@relxcy770]

@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis i'm using 50mm sony and 35mm sony oss

[@tobiassiebert4069]

Great review! How do you rate the hohem iSteady MT2???

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

the Bohemia had that cool ai tracking, but it’s not as stable as these two

[@TOPSFANIS]

Is there any solution for the base plate? It's not compatible with manfrotto's pl501 so M3S can't be used almost in any tripod, monopod etc

[@allgauhummel9348]

Hi Mark, I like your humourous videos about cameras and gimbals. 🤣 A couple of weeks ago I made my decision for the RS3 mini because of better bluetooth and cable connectivity with my little Sony ZV E10, and I did not regret. One thing however I changed immediately (after availability), was the mounting plate and arm. Instead of the Ulanzi system I chose the SmallRig 4195 and 4196, which gives the optimum performance with my ZV E10 cage: you can mount it directly on the quick exchange plate for the RS3 mini plus on an Arca Swis mount of a tripod etc. etc. The RS3 mini is also mounted on an Arca Swiss plate, so I can put it directly on a tripod; with a 1/4" to 1/4" adapter on the plate I can also screw it to the original DJI desk tripod. So this a real quick swapping for different scenarios. I am using the RS3 mini on a tripod for remotely controlled videos on landscapes and buildings (also for conferences), as you can make much more cinematic takes than by moving around personally. There the Ronin app is doing a great job. Plus I am using my tablet via WiFi as a monitor, which helps for more distant settings. I will try to send a short video to you on the SmallRig setup via E-mail. Although it is in German you might understand what you want to understand. Best regards, Rainer

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

Cool - just saw your email - nice setup!!

[@sandieboloto]

Does the Crane M3S support a lens that is not from the same brand as the camera? In example: Sony a7IV + Sigma 24-70 f/2.8? Thanks in advance.

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

yes, as long as the balance is fine, any 3rd party auto fits lens will work the same

[@LegendZDroneFPV]

Nice video! Can DJI RS3 Mini deal with ZV E10 + Tamron 17-70 f/2.8 ? Thank you

[@xor22h]

That's the same question i have. Planning to get Tamron 17-70 f/2.8 and wonder if rs3 would handle. or should i look into RS4 instead.

[@theresiatriratna5289]

actually have the same setup with you guys and wondering the same thing. hopefully someone here can answer our question 😅

[@aquajulex]

Excelent video🎉 congrats, I have the a6400 with Sigma 30mm lens, does it works with M3S?

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

yes it will

[@RomanHarryNovich]

Mark, get ready for Crane 4 because it's already in the ZY app

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

Ha - you're right. They haven''t mentioned it to me. That's going to be a heavy-duty gimbal

[@HellaShotsMedia]

what will go better with the ZVE10 with a Sigma 30mm? Also got a Smallrig cage if that makes a difference

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

the 30 will be perfect with or without the cage

[@BrianMackey2010]

Mark, thank you for this, I have a question. Can you turn off all motors but pan follow? I only need it to pan and tilt..

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

Yes - Pan/Follow is actually the default. PF

[@BrianMackey2010]

@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis yes but I don’t want the other motors working. Just pf

[@sergiocompy]

Nice video mate. Thanks

[@srdjanmitic6899]

I have sonyzve10 and i use tamron 17-70mm and I love it. What gimble I need to buy, is crane M3S good for my setup???

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

get the dji mini for that one

[@benleong2008]

instead of the ulanzi, will i be able to replace it with manfrotto base instead?

[@FightingMSA]

Mark, I have a Sony ZV-E10 and it's paired with 7artisians adapter and the Sigma 18-35 f1.8. Would either of these gimbals hold up? I value your opinion. Much respect.

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

The rs3 mini might hold - the crane would not

[@FightingMSA]

@MarkBennettCameraCrisis I believe that the Weebill 2s is the only one that list my lens combo.

[@JJARCHIE]

Youd need an rsc2 , weebill s with counterweights or weebill 2 with counterweights MINIMUM - not for payload but for the arm extension The rs3 mini , crane m2/m3 , ronin sc 1 , feiyu scorp / g6 max and any other 1-2kg payload gimbal WILL shake and break apart slowly.

[@FightingMSA]

@@JJARCHIE appreciate your help with this! Thank you for your help!

[@khalilwilson7119]

Any battery life comparison?

[@harshbhavsaar2283]

Hi I have a zve10 and 2 lenses 1) sigma 56 mm 1.4 and tamaron 17-70 2.8 , I have bought moza air cross 2 ! Could you please make a video on using zve10 with the same especially controlling the camera for starting and stopping the video. I am unable to do it ! Thanks in advance ! Big fan

[@chenlyn-cj8ve]

Did you use this cable to connect: Type-C to Type-C USB LN-UCUC-D07? 1. Please select "PC Remote" for your camera's "USB Connection"2. For Sony cameras, after connecting stabilizer and camera with control cable, power on the stabilizer and then the camera. Make sure the camera is fully charged. Photo/Video Button Half press: Activate auto-focus on certain cameras. Long press: Take a photo. Single press: Start/stop filming a video.

[@JJARCHIE]

RTFM!

[@matthewyu1980]

I got the DJI RS3 Mini (shortly after the release of the Crane M3S). there were not much reviews comparing the 2, so I wasn't sure which was better, tho I was sure the Rs3 Mini was much better than the Crane M3. I'm satisfied with the rs3 mini, tho I do observe some of the sway you mentioned here. But you can adjust the motors to be stronger (i have yet to see if it works). All in all, I feel the Rs3 mini does have its perks - solid build, sleeker design, bigger payload, nicer app interface, and the fact it has a NATO clamp so you can attach a briefcase handle! I also believe it has a much bigger battery life as well. And the branding of DJI feels more premium to me than Zhiyun but this could be biased from me. (i also got mine at a massive discount, so yeah im biased haha)

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

it’s a great gimbal for sure. I find if your camera has stabilization and you turn that on, it often smooths out those little drifts. The DJI definitely feels premium

[@realMysta]

Either of these or larger ones “easiest” to use? My big thing is typically, more likely to use something if it’s easy to setup and use.

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

the RS3 mini is easier to balance and has a more clear menu - so I would say it’s a bit easier to use.

[@realMysta]

@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis How about vs the larger ones, do they have any more ease of use?

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

no they will be a similar experience to the big RS3 - except, bigger, heavier, and more expensive

[@paratattvacatuspathi1873]

I have Panasonic LUMIX G85. I am confused if that will be compatible with any of them as both DJI and Zhiyun's website doesn't mention G85, but other models of Lumix. How do I find out?

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

The dpi will be able handle anything you put in the g85 - and the crane m3s - it will depend on the lens. What lenses are you using

[@Yolocheese]

Great video, and bro….. your humor always kills me man, GOD bless lol

[@book3220]

HI, Can I use the mobile phone to download the ZY PLAY APP without additional accessories to achieve smart follow?

[@zhiyunsupportglobal706]

You need to mount the image transmission. 😉

[@novelus7133]

Hello Mark. One reviewer said that Zhiyun M3S motor strugle in underslung mode. Did you notice it. I need gimbal for toddler so underslung mode will be used probably most of the time. Can you recommend small gimbal that works well in this mode. I have Sony zve10. Thank you

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

i haven't noticed that - but the DJI is very easy to use in underslung mode.

[@elcaminodedaniel]

Tnaks a lot! Great Job! 😁

[@davidpoo66]

Crazy question if you know the answer; DJI Action 4 compatability? Thx!

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

Yes - you can put action cams on these

[@davidpoo66]

@MarkBennettCameraCrisis I was considering the Hohem Mt2, do you have any experience with thus brand? Do I need any other accessories for the Crane? Thank you so much!!!!

[@dsalainti]

can the rs3 mini quickly switch to vertical mode tho? i mean i dont mind holding the gimbal a little uncomfortably if i can switch to vertical mode in less than a second 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@sonyak7983]

Not the booty poppers!😩😭😂😂

[@shoemakerluis]

The stability looks way, way better on the Zhiyun. This supports my experience with the RS3 mini - it's very sensitive and surprisingly hard to get steqdy footage when moving. It was a big disappointment for me considering I've been very happy with DJI products in the past. I just put it up for sale and might get the Crane. I'm sure you CAN get decent footage with the RS3, but I want something easy to use that doesn't require a huge learning curve.

[@whatthefitt]

Great video! Do you think the m3s will work for the Fuji XT5 and the Fuji XF16-80 lens?

[@JasmineHuang-rt8vm]

Yeap, both of them are on the compatibility list of the Crane M3S (page 29): zhiyun-website-shenzhen.oss-cn-shenzhen.aliyuncs.com/instruction/20230630/1688091162490-RQR8ajNK.pdf

[@gabriel-mckee]

Great review; thanks for sharing!

[@POVwithRC]

I wanted to give an update to my M3S experience after about a year of use. It dropped my FX3 and 14mm GM the other day. Hard. Onto concrete. Six feet or so. The mechanism for the plate unlock has developed a real hair trigger. Breathe on it and it will let go. I don't think I will trust it again. The axis locks are both shot. It is the metal the tabs slot into. They've all beveled to a 45 degrees now and the tabs just get pushed out if the axis is moved. Effectively I can only lock the pan axis. The theme seems to be bad metallurgy and poor attention to tolerances. I'm not getting rid of it, but I won't use it for anything but low end bodies and lenses going forward.

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

😮😮 that’s awful!! Use the Ulanzi f38 arm so I didn’t encounter this hair trigger mechanism. Woof. I hope your fx3 and go is ok!!

[@BalkanBiker]

I did the same with Weebill. I didn't expect it to unlock and A7r IV and 24-70 smashed on the asphalt. I'm sure the lock was on but it felt flimsy after I checked it so it unlocked during walking. Fortunately only the (very expensive at €150) filter was smashed. I wouldn't trust Zhiyun with my gear anymore.

[@gordonreed1104]

Good video i bought the Crane 3..

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

It's a great gimbal for sure!!

[@gordonreed1104]

@MarkBennettCameraCrisis Yeah i was one of the ones who ask you to do a comparison video of those gimbals...Thanks

[@localdiscgolf]

Does the quick release plate (F38 system) work with the Crane M3? I see your link applies to the M3S...

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

yes - same plate - it will work for both

[@paten007]

Im on the buy for the m3s but my biggest question is, does it work fully compatible with ZV-E10+ Viltrox 75mm f/1.2? Maybe anyone here can test this out?? thi will really help me a lo, thx,,!!

[@RetroRelicZone]

Does anyone know if the M3S will support an a7c ii with 16-35mm 2.8 GII?

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

No - I don’t this that will work. Go with the rs3 mini

[@CristoforoBonissone]

I have the Weebill 3S. I like it. Thank you

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

That is probably the best overall gimbal on the market, in my opinion.

[@DutchUltra]

Mark! Would the m3s work well with my little zv1?? I want to make soccer videos!!

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

Oh for sure - but you could also look at the crane m2s - much smaller and lighter and will handle the ZV1 perfectly. amzn.to/3X8Tucv

[@Kevin-Pdog]

For Nikon z8, which one would be better ?

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

The DJI - it will cover you for more camera and lens combos

[@surenflute]

Tried Crane M3 with ZV-E10 and Sigma 16mm and it didn’t work well, since the Sigma 16 is front heavy. Not sure about M3s, I assume it’s the same since Sigma 16mm is not listed in a compatibility list, although the Sony 11mm light lens is not there either.

[@DocumentingTheYEG]

With the RS3 Mini, I can balance the ZV-E10, newer SmallRig cage, 16mm f/1.4 Sigma, and side mounted VideoMic Pro II. Not a problem.

[@surenflute]

@@DocumentingTheYEG my comment was about Crane m3

[@DocumentingTheYEG]

And..?

[@surenflute]

@@DocumentingTheYEG question was if the Crane M3s can handle ZV-e10 with sigma 16 better than original M3.

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

the motors are a bit stronger and one of the arms is a little longer so it should work better, however, if you do apply a smallrig cage it will help to balance the zv-e10 and the sigma 16 even on the original m3

[@suhocare]

Let's get a gimbal today through the link in the description 😄 By the way, I'm waiting for DJI Pocket 3.. Are they even working on it? Then it's gotta be a 1 inch sensor with bright wide lens. And DJI should give a pre-production model to Mark! Let him make a review video!

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

great idea about the links 🤣 I have no idea if the pocket 3 will be released because DJI hasn’t seen the channel yet, as far as I know.

[@robingattiphotography]

What I hate about the Falcam F38 attachment is that it is always coming loose- always. It does not matter how tight I make it, it will eventually start flipping around in the middle of a session.

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

I tighten mine with the allen key (if the option is there), and flat blade or coin if it’s a slot. I don’t have any issues. But if torque any plate hard enough it will come loose. I tighten mine every so often maybe once every couple of weeks of heavy use, to prevent any slippage.

[@RodneyGracia]

Hi Mark. Crane M3 S + ZV-e1 + Tamron 28-75mm f2.8...? Doable? I believe you can actually test this... please! Thank you!

[@zhiyunsupportglobal706]

Hi! You can refer to here: zhiyun-website-shenzhen.oss-cn-shenzhen.aliyuncs.com/instruction/20230725/1690274300318-PGCQ6rRh.pdf 😸Pages 8-9.

[@epicnova2010]

How does the feiyutech scorpio mini compare to these?

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

it’s in the same ballpark for sure. weight a little more than the m3s, not quite as compact though. it doesn’t have Bluetooth, but when you connect a cable it has the same functionality. It doesn’t hold as much weight, and it’s less easy to balance, but it’s a really good gimbal. I did a review of it a white back. They had a problem with their kickstarter campaign of the Scorp mini, which made a lot of people angry because they didn’t receive their gimbals after a year. So, it’s tough to recommend them because of that customer problem. It’s sorted out now, but I received a lot of angry emails from people upset with the company.

[@epicnova2010]

@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis OMG you actually replied me. With details! You are my top 1 favourite youtuber right now. thank you Mr. ZV-E10 : )

[@kmaamk1620]

3s vs 3? Plz

[@7r_collection]

i need help :D is it possible for the M3S to handle a S1H with 2.2Kg Setup? :/ i think i can mount it with my cage but i dont know about the Payload... i love my S1H but i need a small Gimball... my Crane 3S is to big for some things...

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

Zhiyun doesn’t really go by payload, they go by balance. If a small camera has a long lens for instance, it may not balance, but a bigger camera with a big short lens might balance well. The S1H is a big guy and depending on the lens you’re probably need a bigger gimbal. The DJI RS3 mini might work, or maybe the Weebil 3S or the Crane 4

[@bikenganimandin135]

is crane m3s support sony fx30 with a sigma 18-50 mm f2.8?

[@chenlyn-cj8ve]

The camera is in the compatibility list but the lends is not. You can check here: zhiyun-website-shenzhen.oss-cn-shenzhen.aliyuncs.com/instruction/20230725/1690274300318-PGCQ6rRh.pdf

[@뉴텔-i9y]

Does m3s can even handle 2470 gm2 lens?? I have been wondering this for a long time but never got clear answer

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

no it cannot - but the rs3 mini can

[@JamesPaulGomez]

Toronto gang 👊🏽👊🏽

[@Rafazaas]

Are you Nolan’s brother?

[@sincerelydanna]

Hi! Which one would you recommend for a sony zv-1? 😊

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

Crane m3S

[@ribkapotato]

Hey Mark! Lovely video there! Which one would you recommend if i use Sony A6400 and sometimes i do both vertical and horizontal video? 😅

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

RS3 mini or the Weebil 3S

[@ribkapotato]

@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis thank you Mark :)

[@ikhlaqahmed6876]

Is the m3s good for sony zve10 with sigma 16mm lens

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

yes for sure

[@Gohjunyi88]

m3s or minirs3?

[@POVwithRC]

The corrections on the S model of the M3 make it way more compelling that the OG M3. Nobody but nobody got a chance to buy the bottom plate that made battery doors accessible, and even less than nobody ever got the Bluetooth module offered for cam connectivity. That all this is baked in makes the new one actually worth looking at.

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

yeah. the m3s make great adjustments

[@johans8929]

say if im using sony a7 as my camera, its not listed in the list of camera compatible (probably because its too old) would it still fit on zhiyun m3s?

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

oh yeah - it'll be fine - it's just a matter of getting a lens that's not too long and heavy

[@satyajeet_budhsaini]

In dji rs3 mini does support mobile?

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

Yes

[@VortexStory]

I prefer the weight and the look of the Crane M3S, but I will mainly use it to shoot vertical selfie vlog video... The struggle is real.