DJI OM6 Review || What Nobody Tells You || Watch This Before You Buy

[@SamuelSotiega]

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[@grumpy2759]

Thank you for taking the time to make this review as the issues you raise are important to some of us content creators who are not sponsored and have to pay for our gear.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Touché! Glad it was helpful!!

[@Losochill]

Facts! They sold me on the osmo 6. I bought it last Friday and I am taking it back tomorrow.

[@SamuelSotiega]

@@Losochill best decision you’ll ever make! 👍👍

[@sammyshadi7621]

@@SamuelSotiega is there a gimbal you would recommend that is less then $150?

[@SamuelSotiega]

@@sammyshadi7621 Check out my recent video of the Insta360 flow vs the Hohem M6. I give away a 15% discount coupon on the M6 which is $159 without AI sensor, and 209 with AI sensor, then deduct 15% from those rates. Could that gimbal be a good option for you?

[@JerodBeeson]

I just discovered a fix for one of the issues mentioned. You mentioned that the auto tracking of the face forces you to keep your face in the center of the frame, giving you poor composition and too much headroom. The fix: once tracking has locked onto the face, you can use the joystick to adjust the framing and the app will (attempt) to keep your face in that part of the frame to maintain the composition. It's actually a really great hidden trick for those that actually use the tracking feature.

[@SamuelSotiega]

fair enough, I think this will work for vlogging/ selfie filming, but if you place the gibal on a tripod and try and film yourself with the rear lens, it is impossible.... But fair point!!!

[@JerodBeeson]

@@SamuelSotiega Yeah I'm not sure if it works with rear lens or not. Or how you would even set it up without a helper. I don't use it, but I thought it would be worth mentioning for anyone that does.

[@SamuelSotiega]

@@JerodBeeson Kudos for bringing it up!! 👍

[@messengersofmessiahpastorn7518]

@@SamuelSotiega so, is there a perfect gimble with better auto tracking and all the other short coming you said om6?

[@seehongkongsea]

Wasn’t this obvious? I mean really, that’s why there’s a joystick.

[@AaronWard632]

Thanks for the informative video, mate! Gotta say, the Osmo Mobile 6 is perfect for quick and easy shooting, plus sharing those moments on social media is a breeze. However, if you're aiming for professional video shoots, you might have to consider getting a professional camera.

[@SamuelSotiega]

I have to agree with you. The only people who will make the most if it are those who already understand and are ok with the limitations this gimbal has...

[@Antonio-0]

Still most of the thing people are using are content for social media. U upload it to a cloud full sized and that's just one of the options; Specifically an option for full recordings events vídeos after the editing. Still most of content are for social media rn. And i go with it again. I have shoot events with a Iphone 11 Pro Max and a Osmo Mobile 6 and for the quality just clean the camera with a professional liquid and you will record really nice videos just with the HD and 60, 4k and 60 would be like crazy good but normally i stay with the HD. And it's just really good. I am planning to do the upgrade due i have i mic which it does not fit with the osmo 4 but with the osmo 5 or 6. Still as prices are not that much difference u get some upgrades as the zoom, the color, the litter screen to see which mode u are using etc.

[@Idrisaleshinloye]

As a prolific cinematographer I would say that this is one ☝🏾 unapologetic review. Keep it up 👍🏾

[@SamuelSotiega]

Hahahaha! I think so too!! 😂😂

[@fiitcity1753]

Ok so which one should you buy that’s ideal for vlogs. I’m in the fitness industry so lots of fast up, down, side to side movements. Also with editing included. Great video review. 👍🏽

[@happydayzee]

Do you think the dji osmo se is ok?

[@jcummins100]

I will be honest I bought the OM6 for a very specific reason. Active Tracking!!! It works flawlessly. I use it to record my kids playing sports ie wrestling (while I coach my son) I just set it up on its tripod select him and then I can focus on coaching him knowing the gimbal is tracking him. I also use it to record my daughter cheerleading or dancing. This way I can record her and then still be able to just watch her. This way when she looks for me, she sees me watching her and NOT a dad hidden behind a camera. I have not tried it with “team” sports as we other options for recording (ie hudl for football). PRO TIP: turn off gestures, kids love to wave…LOL

[@SamuelSotiega]

Glad you found a practical use for it…

[@yeska62]

I appreciate it that you give your honest opinion. Your criticism makes sense to me.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Glad it makes sense! Cheers!

[@buxman5047]

There is a way to shoot low like you want it, just not automatically like the other gimbal you compare with. Extend the telescopic, then under the pan motor there a joint where you can bent it up to 90 degree. It's in manual book page 7.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Yes, you are right, sort of, as long as you don't tilt up or make any vertical movement, then the whole things goes AWOL. Like I showed in my OM5 review here kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJXbo4OwgNGhr9U . So, no, this gimbal cannot do an up-down movement the way a properly designed gimbal is expected to do, no matter how you try.. Sadly, this gimbal is so poorly designed it is laughable.

[@29mailman]

@@SamuelSotiega Would it not work with tilting the gimbal as described by Bux Man and shooting in the Tilt locked mode?

[@louielondonmedia4819]

I have the G6 Max and the M3 gimbals you mentioned. I also purchased the DJI Osmo 6 - You didn't talk about the titling head you can adjusts on the DJI - You hold it as a flash light gimbal in horizontal mode or vertical. Easier for subjects smaller than you - You can use the gimbal to up and down shots. Left in horizontal or Right in Vertical mode - I agree with the screen rotate is irretating but is avoidable - DJI is samller than the G6 or M3 gimbals - DJI when extended, the hand is nearer to the gimbal controls - When using an extention on the G6 ot M3, hands are further away from controls -DJI is faster to set up than the G6 or M3 for mobile phones only - DJI is physically smalling if want to carry it in a bag. I never carry mine in my pocket - I can use a mobile selfie light on without a gimbal motor issues Nothing is perfect, but it is just tool. A tool is only has good as the person using it. That said, I agree with your points on focus pulling and focus tracking. I have other gear if i want more sophisticated stuff I want to do. It is one of many tools in my tool kit With regards to TikTok, teenager dance videos used to be the thing on it. However, it's not like that as much anymore. My own TikTok called London Open Mic and Music has many different types of videos in it. Same for other creators too

[@SamuelSotiega]

Thanks for chipping in. It sounds like you know what you're talking about. You have a few other gimbals, which makes your decision to use this gimbal and cope with its limitations easier, as you know what to expect and use different gimbals for different situations if need be. But if this was the only gimbal I could afford, I would not want to be limited by so many issues. Yes, it is smaller than the G6 Max and the Crane M3, but when you use a gimbal usually you make a conscious decision to use a gimbal for this or that shot, so in my case (and the video is my personal view, I am not pretending my opinion is the only view) I rather always have a gimbal that does the job the way I am used to. But that is just me. I could have made a video twice as long and talked about other aspects, but I just wanted to highlight the issues I feel someone new might come across and be confused about this OM6 because a typical gimbal does not operate the same way this gimbal does.... But I can see you have very valid points that work for you and your workflow so I am pleased that you have made it work for you...

[@Hello_there_obi]

Mate…the point of a gimbal is to make your life easier when doing creative shots. For very simple stuff like filming in a room it’s fine. But come on…you can’t do a push-in shot or a low to high crane shot? Surely the most basic function of any decent gimbal is to *liberate* your range of movement in all 3 axes? A gimbal the makes me work for it instead of it working for me belongs in the trash. And the follow mode and active tracking on previous models was terrible. Not sure if they fixed it here but when it lost tracking it went nuts instead of doing the logical thing and returning to follow mode. And the follow mode was so bad. It would never return the camera to the original position after moving about.

[@louielondonmedia4819]

@Matt Bolt I'm not disagreeing. Earlier gimbals and the software they used had their issues. Anyway, who you directing your comment to?

[@Hello_there_obi]

@@louielondonmedia4819 to you. There’s no defence or excuse for this gimbal. Other makes or similar price points have no problem with range of movement. That’s what a good gimbal does. Why on earth would anyone be ok with manually tilting it on the stick? It still has a limited tilt range and the shots are just as difficult. You shouldn’t have to work around the gimbal for such a basic move. It should move around you. That’s the whole point of having a gimbal! For the om6 i dont know but I had an om4 and 5 and both had terrible follow mode and active track issues. The follow mode would never revert back to the original position after moving about up down left and right. And when the track mode lost the subject (which it always did thanks to the abysmal vertical tilt range), instead of reverting back to follow mode (which didnt work properly anyway 😅🤦🏻) it just went nuts and ruined the shot completely.

[@louielondonmedia4819]

@@Hello_there_obi the Zhiyun Smooth Q4 and OM6 are the only gimbals that have the controls near hands when extended. I prefer the Feiyutech G6 Max and Zhiyun Crane M3 I have for most things

[@pashidelic]

I was about to buy it.. and thanks to your honest review!! I will investigate more and find a gimbal that fits all my needs. I enjoyed how much it felt like it was an honest conversation with a friend, not a video made to fit the ´´brand´s standard´´, amazing thanks!!!

[@SamuelSotiega]

Glad you enjoyed it! In my last video published yesterday I compare 5 gimbals, and my previous video was about a gimbal for $99! Maybe those can be also helpful to you…

[@petetommo]

This gimbal does everything I want. It’s easy to set up and use and has improved my video work. Nothing is perfect.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Congratulations then!! 👍👍

[@WorldofThaiFood]

Thank you! You saved us 200 bucks. Will go for a small rig cage and a handle using the built in iPhone 13 Pro stabilization instead. Cheers

[@SamuelSotiega]

Or you can watch a recent review I did for a gimbal that is $99 and probably now even less with black Friday. For that price I think it is a steal.

[@BJ-ud4el]

I love my OM6. THX for you’re feedback.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Glad you found it to be a good fit for you!

[@sumangautam4016]

This is the first thing I noticed when I used DJI few years ago. Was tempted to buy OM 6, but I should not! Thanks for the reminder!

[@SamuelSotiega]

Wise decision!!

[@RealRusty]

There are definitely some legit points in this video about a new DJI gimbal, but it’s definitely not trash, it is just not fit your personal needs as you would expect it.

[@SamuelSotiega]

I specified that we all do things different and for some it will be fine. If you managed to ake it work for you, congratulations, I take my hat off. But you have a very valid point, this is, as all reviews are, my personal opinion.

[@abduh7253]

It is interesting that KZbin show me this after opening the gimbal box 😂😂😂

[@SamuelSotiega]

Lucky or spooky coincidence? I always ask myself the same question…

[@WillLeingang]

That one motion is literally what I was hoping to do with it. Thanks for saving me the frustration!

[@SamuelSotiega]

Glad you found it helpful!!

[@MrMonk330]

Finally! An HONEST review.. All these other reviews are so full of crap. I’ve asked dozens of video creators about the pay load for the heavier phones and 90% will say oh yes it will work. But in reality it won’t. I’ve found 3 video’s including yours with the truth behind it. I appreciate that! I’m going with the crane M3 after lots of research. Seems to be an all around great gimbal. Thanks again for the REAL review!

[@SamuelSotiega]

Thanks! On November 4-5 I release a review of a gimbal that is cheaper than the Om6 but I think it will be great as a smartphone gimbal, if you can wait til then…. The crane m3 is great.

[@MrMonk330]

@@SamuelSotiega I will absolutely wait. I don’t plan to purchase a gimbal until mid November as of now. Thanks for the heads up and I’m looking forward to seeing that! 🙏🏼

[@hqtravel]

@@SamuelSotiega that would be great. will wait for that

[@SamuelSotiega]

@@hqtravel cool!

[@MrMonk330]

@@SamuelSotiega got the email today for the new smooth coming the 8th super excited to see and hear your insight. I assume it’s the smooth 6. But I’m still waiting and then I will decide between it and the M3.

[@JonCross]

Love the review and appreciate the honesty here helps a lot been looking to get a gimbal and mainly for horizontal video. Also you are pretty funny as well.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Thanks! Glad you found it helpful! Got an alternative gimbal in mind?

[@pikacheese2107]

I have been using the OM6 for a month now. I honesly understand where you are coming from, but it's nothing to cry home about. I trust and use the product (and yes, that includes ActiveTrack) even the gimmicky features. But for the basic functionality the OM6 has been very reliable all throughout.

[@franchise63]

He actually said thatt DJI Mimo is one of the best in terms of software

[@SamuelSotiega]

Glad that you’ve made it work for you. Congratulations!!

[@HDTCOM]

I watched your video carefully and concur with most of your arguments. The problem is that the OM6 isn't targeted at people like you or I. I've been producing video since the editing was done with three U-Matic machines. I know that good video has to do with having a good script and separate shots with great composition. Not with effects and camera gimmicks. But those are the things that attract beginners. That's how millions of pieces of equipment have been sold (think of the Video toaster, the Videonics MX-1 and more recently the thousands of gimbals, action cameras and NLE plugins that hit the market daily). Once again, good video has to do with good writing (story), good photography and good editing. Great video!

[@SamuelSotiega]

Amen! 🙏

[@bneil4059]

I received mine a few days ago and I’m baffled by the limited range of motion. I enjoyed your review. I’ll keep messing with it but I’m probably going to return it. The Pocket 2 is so much more portable and does nearly everything i would need this to do.

[@SamuelSotiega]

I couldn’t agree more with every word you wrote.

[@BlairAir]

@SamuelSotiega then again, the Pocket 2 is super fiddly. You must swap the base to use a tripod for crying out loud. Add the smatree charging stick and... you can't have the do it all handle, unless you side mount it, but then you can't use the wireless mic, because your phone is attached. Until they add WiFi & Bluetooth without putting a separate base on it, that makes it no longer fit the case, it is way too much swapping of parts. Don't get me started on wide angle lens, and ND filters with a way too weak magnet, so they fall off, get lost. I have to carry it all in a case, and keep checking all slots are filled since stuff gets misplaced. The official extension was good, except your phone shows in the bottom of the shot when vloging. I have bought the Creator Combo 3x, and always end up sending it back. Way too fiddly to get simple b-roll when you are also flying drones.

[@SamuelSotiega]

@@BlairAir i have a different experience than you with the pocket 2. I attach the do-it-all-handle and never remove it. It is permanently on and I have not experienced any issues with the wireless mic, it works whether I use the phone attached or not…. Let’s hope when the P3 comes out the issues you’re experiencing get solved!!

[@Kara3405]

Almost bought the OM6. Then looked at the Insta360 Flow Pro as an alternative. After watching a few helpful videos, I ultimately went with the Feiyutech Scorp Mini 2. Great device and comfortable for two-handed operation.

[@jokerdefar]

I just bought om6 2 days ago. If only your video comes out earlier and I would have avoid it

[@SamuelSotiega]

Are you in a position to return it and get a refund?

[@LouisLuzuka]

The laughing 😂 was the best part of the review 😂❤

[@SamuelSotiega]

😂😂😂

[@BlairAir]

You can drastically increase the tilt range by pulling out the extension a little and swiveling the hinge at the top of the extension 👍. Also, it DOES spin the camera around. I have a Smooth 5, but it's too bulky to take when I record b-roll fir Drone video, the primary filming I do. It's pretty basic, but good within a small range of tasks. At least it has an app, unlike the Crane M3, which is great for mirrorless cameras, but not so much with smartphones. Just a counterpoint to your points, which are good, but not entirely the full draw of this one. 😉 by the way I have only tried the OM4 before, but have tried Hohem, Moza, Feiyutech, and about 5 Zhiyun - Smooth 4, 5, Q2,Q3,Q4, plus Powervision S2.

[@SamuelSotiega]

You can indeed swivel the selfie stick and get extra tilt range, but you have to keep it static, the moment you move up or down the whole thing goes out of whack because, precisely, you used the swivel to angle the phone, as I show here kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJXbo4OwgNGhr9U at 9.21…

[@Mehwhatevr]

Agree, a lot of great points in the video. Another one that was a bit unfair, however, was that the object MUST be centered. You can adjust where you want the tracked object to be located in the frame. I’ve only had it for a day. This gimbal does have many shortcomings, as mentioned, I can’t emphasize enough. I really want to be able to use the rear facing camera, for example. but what I missed in this video was a better alternative in this same price range. Is this gimbal as bad as it is because it is bad? Or is it an example of getting what you pay for?

[@_peacefulPlace]

After watching your video I realized that I probably don't need a gimbal at all. Thank you for saving my money. And its cool when you laughing ahaha

[@SamuelSotiega]

Glad you found it helpful!! 😂😂

[@davidfding]

I still have an OM4 and it’s still suitable for what I want to use it for. Hope for the Pocket 3 if it comes out later on in the year.

[@SamuelSotiega]

I really hope they do something special with the pocket 3 and I will be dropping quite a few videos about it when it comes out… i love the pocket 2.

[@UltimaGaina]

I also have the Pocket 2. It is very convenient, but the lens quality is bad. My S22 Ultra has a much better quality not only for photos (which are abysmal on Pocket 2) but also for video (not to mention that i can't shoot 10bits video on Pocket 2) Hopefully, Pocket 3 will address these limitations.

[@SamuelSotiega]

@@UltimaGaina i agree, Let’s hope the P3 when it cones out, doesn’t disappoint..

[@captainjim605]

To get around the tilt limit, I use the gimbal to hold the camera 90º to the left - it gives me what I need to start with a low shot, then rise up; the camera does not run into the gimbal arm. That is not a shot I do "all the time," so it is not an inconvenience to do that occasionally. For all other shots, I haven't run into any other "limits" - it works as expected.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Wow. Congratulations on making it work for you…

[@Teheiron]

Hi! Could you please explain it once again? Cause I do not understand this technique, and would like to use it :) Thanks!

[@harringtonb23]

As a user of the OM6 for the last 3 weeks (for at-work content creation), this review is really accurate & honest. GREAT for vertical content, really convenient setup, and useful in-app gimbal modification. But lacks the gimbal-ability expected from DJI users.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Thanks and glad you feel that way!! 😊

[@puddleduck112]

The live track description is wrong. You can change the framing of your subject with joystick and it will keep subject. It doesn’t only keep live track subject in center. This is just false. Also gimbal will show in a wide angle shot.

[@MiguelCarino]

Which other option of gimbal is better??

[@SamuelSotiega]

@@MiguelCarino Check a pinned comment I left at the top of this video with suggestions and links to reviews. I hope it helps!!

[@Andyrewk]

@@puddleduck112 you can readjust the magnetic clip to be further away from the lenses and it won’t show on wide angle shots.that’s using and iPhone 14 pro.

[@tenaciousprevailer99]

That's a very critical problem you have pointed out. I have seen 10-plus videos but no one mentioned this problem. thanks a lot.

[@SamuelSotiega]

That’s what we’re here for! Glad you found the video helpful.

[@Parakletos117]

You just earned yourself a subscriber, was excited to purchase this, but this honest review really shined some light. What do you recommend that would be a better gimbal

[@SamuelSotiega]

What is your budget range? My next video is for a gimbal that is $99 and does everything a gimbal is supposed to do. There are a few compromises, but as a whole, an infinitely better experience

[@jaywebster8010]

I subscribed halfway through the video!! Looking to buy 1 soon.

[@SamuelSotiega]

@@jaywebster8010 all Incan say is that it will be a good purchase!

[@norfener]

Many thanks for this, I've had mine for a few weeks and am really struggling to get it to the angles, and to follow the lines I wanted. I kept looking at other KZbin videos and they make it look so simple, and I thought it was either a faulty gimbal or something I was doing wrong. The up/down segment at 2:20 was most helpful.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Sorry to hear that you nearly went mad unnecessarily. My next video is Om6 vs Smooth 5S, if interested….

[@djkase1]

Similar experience with the Zhiyun Smooth Q3 with it’s wonky operation and limited range of motion. I really wanted to like it due to it’s relatively cheap price, but as a Crane M2 user I just could not get used to its limitations. Unfortunately I could not find anymore Crane M2 gimbals in stock, so I had to get the Crane M2S and I am so happy to get back that higher range of motion.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Well done for the perseverance!!

[@Miguel-ve1lh]

Next time use Mercari 👌

[@PorraSindrome]

If everyone thought like you, the world would be a better place.

[@SamuelSotiega]

I think so too!! 😀😀👍👍

[@PorraSindrome]

@@SamuelSotiega :) can i ask you for an advice ? i have an iphone 14pro with smallrig case and multiple filters...osmo5 cant manage this weight. Despite of the price...what's the best gimbal i can buy for my phone ? FeiyuTech Scorp ?ZHIYUN WEEBILL-S?

[@SamuelSotiega]

@@PorraSindrome have you seen my review of the feiyutech scorp mini? You can also consider the zhiyun crane M3, which I also reviewed…. I am soon making a head to head comparison between those two gimbals and it is one video I am looking forward to make…

[@PorraSindrome]

@@SamuelSotiega no, thank you. i'll do it :)

[@PorraSindrome]

@@SamuelSotiega ok i understood my favorite is the Scorp-Mini but i can only find scorp-C on amazon. Do you think it's better i wait for the mini to be used on iphone ? is the touch display useful on iphone ? i always use filmic pro and i do not need extra feature :)

[@trevorlynch1818]

So I love your reasoning about the DJI mobile 6 Gimbal. I was hoping before you ended the video you would of recommend a gimbal with all the features we’re missing and wrong with the DJI. I recently bought the Dji mobile 6 gimbal but I’m close to returning it. But not sure what to replace it with 🤦‍♂️.

[@SamuelSotiega]

In this price range, I am publishing my review of the Hohem isteady mobile plus in 2 weeks and If you can wait…. It looks promising to me. Hohem is sending it to me next week. Video scheduled out for November 4-5. If you have a bit more of a budget, the zhiyun smooth 5 is also good. And with a bit more cash, the crane M3 or the feiyutech mini scorp are brilliant… But if you can wait for the Hohem gimbal’s review in 2 weeks, I have a feeling it is going to be worth it…

[@mohitrathod1]

Thanks for saving my $$$. I like that you put the efforts to reply to everyone genuinely.

[@SamuelSotiega]

I am so glad you found the video helpful. I am trying my best to be as helpful and approachable as possible. Do you have an alternative gimbal in mind?

[@The_Doc_Rocks]

While I agree with you about things like spin shots - the most nausea-inducing shots that nobody should be allowed to use - comparing the OM6 with a Crane 3, for example, is not a fair comparison. The Crane 3 is at least 3 times the price (here in Australia), much bigger, much heavier, and even if you don't try to put it into your pocket, it still needs much more space in your backpack or wherever you carry it. The OM6 is much easier to slot down the side of the bag, and let's face it - it does do at least 90% of what most of us do with a gimbal. You want to use the best lens for selfies? Just mount the magnetic clamp the other way around, or turn the whole gimbal around. While not trying to justify my spend on an OM6, it works for me, and I am most definitely NOT a TikTok-er.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Thanks for chipping in. I only used the Crane M3 and G6 Max to illustrate the up/ down movement that a well-designed gimbal is supposed to do and that you can't do with the OM6. I didn't mean it as a side-by-side comparison. As I say in the video, size and weight are a big plus, and yes, I coated it with a bit of a sense of humour (at least I think I did!) but I do feel I made a point that it is compact and you can definitely fit it in a pocket if you want as it is that small. Like everything in life, we are all different and we make things work for us so I am sure there is a tonne of people out there that will love this gimbal. I just highlighted the issues I find with it that I know someone new to gimbals would come across. I hope you noticed that I did show that you can mount the clamp on the screen side of the phone for selfies, it is just that there is always the risk that you damage or scratch the screen. But I am really pleased for you that you have made it work for you!

[@kiIIingxspree]

Umm yeah but who cares if you can't even pan up and down?!

[@SamuelSotiega]

@@kiIIingxspree then this gimbal will be great for you!

[@kiIIingxspree]

@@SamuelSotiega no my response was to the OP. Who cares if this gimbal is more affordable if out can't even pan up and down?! That's insane to me. I appreciate your review 🙏

[@theshihtzufamily]

You are the only person telling the true! I am so frustrating with the lower angle of this gimble.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Thanks for the feedback adn I am glad you found the video and hopefully never buy this piece of crap.😁

[@jonsc912]

You do have some points. But all features you're trying to disregard are there so users can have the options on how they would want to film. It's better to have those features and not need them rather than need them but don't have them. I think the OM line is built for casual customers rather than mobile filmmakers.

[@SamuelSotiega]

You have a valid point. We all film in different ways and find different things helpful. I just highlighted aspects of the gimbal I find hard to comprehend, things that most people will struggle with. But like I say at the end of the video, who am I to recommend this or that gimbal? People can make up their mind. I just hope I provide a different angle in a constructive manner with a twist of fun..

[@Hello_there_obi]

Yes but what is the most “casual” move you would try immediately with a gimbal? The low to high shot. Or the push-in shot. Can this gimbal do these basic moves? No! There’s no defence here. For all that money it LIMITS your movement and you have to work around it instead of it working around you. It’s objectively a terrible gimbal because it fails in the most basic functions of what a gimbal should be capable of performing.

[@t9studios535]

I LIKE THIS GUY! i just watched 3 of your videos straight and i loved it! Rock on Samuel.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Thanks for the feedback! Glad you enjoy my vibe! 😊

[@samueldickes]

I had a lot of fun watching your video and I found it quite informative. I also tend to agree with your critics, while they are not so important to my personal use. I personally own a OM5 and I love it because it’s compact and lightweight. And no, I don’t take it with me in my pocket, but I have them in my backpack I have with me most of the time. I’m even thinking about selling my OM5 to get OM6 just for the fact that it’s fully operational in less than 5 seconds and I don’t know any other gimbal capable of that. For the heavy duty stuff, I own a Ronin RS2.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Sounds like you have a workflow in place. The RS2 is a nice piece of kit. I am publishing on November 4-5 my review of the hohem isteady mobile + but although I feel it will behave like a proper gimbal does at 40% less cost, it is not as compact as the OM6. This is the only area where I feel the OM6 is great…

[@mohakgupta5614]

@@SamuelSotiegaCan you please suggest a good gimbal for mobile phone?

[@LouisLuzuka]

I LITERALLY THOUGHT YOU WERE GOING TO THROW $200 LOL THE DJI ROASTING LETS GO BABY :D

[@SamuelSotiega]

The roasting is well deserved!! 😂😂

[@tapandalai2686]

Hello Just a couple of days I got my om6 and today I came across this video. The points mentioned by you about all the limitations and specially about the gimbal being kept in pocket, is actually correct😅😅 It has advantageous as I usually shoot hyperlapse Timelapse Thanks for the video😊 Love from India 🇮🇳

[@SamuelSotiega]

Thanks for the feedback! I hope it all works ok for you…

[@nvidiamibox5088]

Thanks alot. You saved 239$ of mine. Have been looking for osmo 6 and tempted by other reviews.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Best decision you’ll ever make! Save yourself from dodgy gear. I am posting later a short with alternative gimbals as so many people is asking me the same question, if that interests you…

[@jepnv]

Samuel, thank you so much for this and several other gimbal videos. I was planning an upgrade from my old Osmo mobile 2 to an OM6. However, not having the absolute basic bottom-up panning capability (which was there in the OM2!) is a dealbreaker. I already had the OM6 in my shopping basket and cancelled it again. I am now eagerly awaiting my G6Max.

[@jepnv]

By the way: you have a new subscriber. 👍

[@SamuelSotiega]

I bet you'll enjoy the G6 Max. I still use it and love it. It does what a gimbal is expected to do. Cheers for the subscription!

[@zpinkLondonBelow]

Thank, you for posting this, saved me from doing a very wrong purchase! The hunt continues here.... 🙂

[@SamuelSotiega]

Great you found it helpful! Check out my latest video a few days ago for a new gimbal from hohem and my next video out vey soon is a head to head between the smooth 5S and the hohem M6. You might find those videos very interesting…

[@aalluubbaa]

I think you review it as a more experienced photographer which I respect. However, the face tracking is really useful because when I go out with my family, I would just set it up on the side with an ok angle and track it to my wife or my daughter. Then I can just leave the camera on site to join them. I do agree that this gimble has a limited range of motion and when I first shot with it, it is really hard for me to maneuver it to where I want it to go. It was frustrating sometimes as it would just flip the entire phone and do all type of weird things. As this is my first gimble, I thought that maybe I used the wrong mode or that I don't hold it right. It turns out that it may be due to a design problem and thank you for pointing it out.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Thanks for the feedback and glad you found it useful!

[@JaseandAidan]

“…a ..ding dong!” This guy is great!

[@SamuelSotiega]

thanks for the feedback!!

[@owaiskattan4484]

Finally found a good review who speaks truly , thank you , I have the OM 5 and facing all these issues

[@SamuelSotiega]

Yes, I did a review of the OM5 last year and the same issues remain with the OM6. The fact is that until they change the gimbal's structure, in its current form with a bracket behind the camera,. the same issues will remian. Thanks for the feedback. Alternative gimbal review out on November 4 or 5th and I think, if you are in the market for a gimbal, you might find it interesting.

[@erickvelez9638]

We all appreciate honesty! Thank you

[@SamuelSotiega]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@pitayastudio810]

for anyone wanting more angle theres a quick fix, just pull the extension pole out a lilttle bit and then angle it then you can do the down-up up-down motion yeah i know its a pain having to do that everytime and not like an actual gimbal but if you already bought it well this is your fix

[@SamuelSotiega]

True, but within a limit. Try to do an up and down move that way and it will be frustrating. But within a limited range, it is a way to alleviate the pain…

[@Hello_there_obi]

Here’s another fix: return it and get a proper gimbal 😅

[@SamuelSotiega]

@@Hello_there_obi True!!😂

[@othomophoto8433]

Thanks for your honest review. I was about to purchase this gimbal and decided to chexk the reviews ONE more time for clarity and came across your video. You've saved the day. Thank you.😊

[@SamuelSotiega]

Oh wow, that is so good to hear! Job well done then! Do you have any other in between your eyes?

[@novelijk]

The first video I'm coming across from this channel. Subscribed !

[@SamuelSotiega]

Thanks and welcome to the club! Loads of good stuff in the channel if you’re interested!!

[@arieltallen5732]

Thank you for your honest review, for my purposes this will still work fine while being in my budget but it's good to see the limitations

[@SamuelSotiega]

👍👍

[@shadowr2d2]

Thank you for posting this video 🎥🍿🍺🇺🇸👍. You have a new subscriber 🎉. Keep up the great 👍 work 🎉.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Thanks! Glad you found it helpful!!

[@ismetmeral]

Thank you for your honest review about OM6. I was ordered OM6 yesterday and I cancelled my order. I watched all your videos about Mobile gimbals and finally I ordered Zhiyun smooth 5s combo. Thank you.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Thanks for the feedback and glad you find my videos helpful!!

[@zoulhhh]

Not only was it fun to watch, you're right too. Got that thing today and thought it was broken because of the limited angle in landscape mode. Hahahaha, what a mess.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Glad you found it helpful! 😁

[@kamrankhaliq]

He is right, using this gimbal in a horizontal position does not give you a better shot coz your mobile doesn't tilt the way you want. it slides when you move the gimble downside.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Glad you found the video helpful!

[@jaaffersadiq]

U r a life saver! I just received this a couple days back and was trying to figure out what's wrong about the tilt angle! I'm going to return this incompetent product! Thanks again 👍

[@SamuelSotiega]

Glad it was helpful!!! 👍 Mission accomplished!

[@jaaffersadiq]

@@SamuelSotiega brother, pls suggest me which other gimbal/stabilizer to replace this with? My usage would be with iPhone 13

[@SamuelSotiega]

@@jaaffersadiq this weekend’s coming video is exactly about that!

[@jaaffersadiq]

@@SamuelSotiega awaiting brother 😍🤝

[@Censtudios]

@@jaaffersadiq My guess is the Zhiyun Smooth 5 or something similar. It's more expensive, but I'm thinking about buying that one. Seems to be the only gimbal that really does what a gimbal should do. The Zhiyun Smooth Q4 seems also better than the DJI OM 6 for about the same price

[@freelanxe]

I was apprehensive, but man! This guy spit some facts

[@SamuelSotiega]

Glad you enjoyed it! 😆

[@Tearoze]

I concur. I’ve had it for a few weeks and it’s a real struggle so I’m taking it back.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Very wise decision!!

[@pdxbmwfan5824]

Thank you for making this video, glad I didn't waste my money on this thing!

[@SamuelSotiega]

Amazing! Super pleased it was helpful!

[@dcmirsabbir]

Great Reviews Sir. Love Your Honest Opinion ❤. From Bangladesh 🇧🇩

[@SamuelSotiega]

Thanks! Glad you found it helpful.

[@BiJoy2925]

I’m glad I saw this review before I made that purchase , the fact of the simple move can’t be done that’s a deal breaker

[@SamuelSotiega]

Glad you found it helpful… 👍

[@nortonshields8405]

Every point you brought is spot on! This is the only video that really shows the shortfalls of this gimbal and I returned mine as soon as these issues came to be in my video making. thanks for letting others know there are better choices out there!

[@SamuelSotiega]

Thanks for the feedback and glad you found it helpful!! Do you have a gimbal you’re leaning towards?

[@gdart9521]

This one is a wakeup call if dji watch this video they need to improve their next product..lol this is the honest review in real life use tho..

[@SamuelSotiega]

I agree with you!!

[@Archived-Moments]

Thank you for this video Samuel. I was just in the process of purchasing this gimbal on amazon until I saw your video! Saved me £135 which I can spend elsewhere. Massive thanks!

[@SamuelSotiega]

Glad I could help! Job well done then!! Do you have another one in mind?

[@KA0S-247]

Wish I'd seen your video before I bought this and everything you said was spot on... after watching you and few others showing how a TRUE gimble should function like I literally just put in a return just now. No WhatsApp video call support, no face tracking support outside of the app itself... the app limits the video quality even when your phone can do soo much better resolutions and FPS.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Wise decision… have you got any other gimbal in mind?

[@indiaoverland2846]

Inability of down to up movement is a serious factor . PS : the review was as terrific as it gets ✌

[@SamuelSotiega]

Thanks for the feedback! Working at thr moment on the review for the DJI pocket 3. It might be a way, way better option that the OM6… If interested, stay tuned!

[@indiaoverland2846]

@@SamuelSotiega sure

[@WorldvsTruth]

Thank you. I will waste not a minute longer to read anymore reviews for any of their models. Your review helped to point my focus elsewhere. (pun not initially intended)

[@SamuelSotiega]

Thanks! Glad you found it helpful!

[@dimaroyal79]

Thank You. I was about to order OM6 but this video opened my eyes. Now going to check your next video about gimbal comparison.

[@SamuelSotiega]

My next video is actually Om6 vs Smooth 5S. Coincidence? 😄

[@TheCaptureMachine]

Lol first time I ever seen this guys videos and I absolutely love him. Good shit

[@SamuelSotiega]

Glad you do!!

[@yusufabuwasil6693]

I wish I saw this review 2 days ago!! I've just bought it. And you are absolutely right!!!!

[@SamuelSotiega]

Thanks. Are you able to return and get a refund?

[@ysfxp]

@@SamuelSotiega Unfortunately no.

[@bharathms5560]

Thank you for saving my money, I was about to buy one.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Glad it was helpful!

[@julesverneinoz]

IDK why YT finally surfaced this video now that mine just arrived. I noticed the wobbly-ness of the gimbal movement while trying to see how it actually stabilizes footage (Mimo app not installed yet) and thought maybe I'm just a newbie. The first thing I wanted was to be able to take horizontal footage more easily because vertical footage is already easy to take and my phone stabilizer does plenty. 😩 It's too troublesome to return because the DJI store in my country only refund through store credit unless the product was damaged in transit.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Oh no, I am so sorry to hear this...

[@spelunkerd]

This was exactly what I was looking for, eventually found in a sea of funded reviews. What gimbal would you recommend for horizontal shooting from a camera phone?

[@SamuelSotiega]

Is face/person tracking a feature important to you or irrelevant?

[@spelunkerd]

@@SamuelSotiega Good question. Yes for selfie dialogue, but it sure would be nice to follow rule of thirds and use the quality lenses on the back of the camera.

[@SamuelSotiega]

@spelunkerd check out my videos for either the Hohem M6, the Hohem Mt2, and the zhiyun smooth 5S and Crane M3S… all offer something different but all good… let me know what you think…

[@JerodBeeson]

I love how the gimbal cannot be recommended to anyone, but there is an Amazon affiliate link for it first thing in the description 🤣🤣🤣

[@SamuelSotiega]

Like I say in the video. If after all of the ranting, someone still feels they want to buy it…. What you also need to understand is that amazon’s cookie stays for 24h so if someone click the link but ends up buying something different because of the review (which I hope they never buy this gimbal, ever), I still get a tiny commission, which given the size of the channel, every little helps.

[@JerodBeeson]

@@SamuelSotiega Oh I totally get it! But, you have to admit the comedy in the irony.

[@SamuelSotiega]

@@JerodBeeson Absolutely!!!

[@diegozayas14]

This was the funniest review I've seen in my life

[@SamuelSotiega]

Haha! Glad you liked it!

[@carlcheng6401]

thanks a lot, almost bought it, luckily i saw this video

[@SamuelSotiega]

OMG, that is so cool. Mission accomplished!! November 4 or 5th I have a video for an alternative gimbal which is cheaer and in my opinion better, So stay tuned!

[@HG-Tv23]

Great review!!! One advice for helping the audience to understand you better: please slow down some times because it could help to understand you better. Your French accent is hard to understand some times. Besides that you make funny and very informative honest videos. Great channel and I'll recommend you to anyone! Thanks for telling the truth

[@SamuelSotiega]

Thanks for the feedback! Food for thought. It is actually Spanish accent, but foreign nonetheless. Cheers for chipping in!

[@RedButtonJournal]

Eye opening review. Thank you!

[@SamuelSotiega]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@chandanseervi6968]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS REVIEW

[@SamuelSotiega]

I am so pleased to hear that! Job well done then! 👍👍

[@pyrosdestiny]

Fantastic review you saved me a lot of money.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Brilliant! Job well done then! i have a few videos recently about gimbals, if still interested. You've done well staying way from this glorified selfie stick.

[@ohwhat04]

Apparently you can reframe your position in the ai tracking by using the joystick. So after you select yourself move the joystick to reposition yourself.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Thanks for the tip. I am sure someone will find it helpful. Personally, and this is my own opinion, it is too much of a hassle. I want something that just works, no fluffing around..

[@groundbreakerexplore]

Oh, I'm about to buy this gimbal

[@SamuelSotiega]

Don’t!!! Please. You can check some of my recent videos where I give you some very valid alternatives…

[@barshabhandari281]

I would really appreciate if you can suggest any good mobile gimble that is worth paying for please

[@SamuelSotiega]

Check out my reviews for the hohem M6 and also the zhiyun smooth 5S and smooth 5S Ai. Would any of those be good for you?

[@AtypicalPaul]

It has one of the best apps I've used. So many gimbals I've used have slow software

[@SamuelSotiega]

True, but the gimbal itself has so many issues…

[@ScandalousScoop]

I love I love it. This guy is awesome.

[@SamuelSotiega]

I totally agree with you!! 😀😀

[@user-ex6rf1fe4r]

Very thanks for your advice can you tell me about Zhiyun Smooth 5 is good for the horizontal ?

[@SamuelSotiega]

It is, but if the smooth 5 is the one you are keen on, I'd like to ask you to wait until the end of the month, if you can, it will be worth it. That is all I can say at this moment in time. (read in between the lines)

[@miguelsav4487]

This guy hilarious I’m following just to see him 😂

[@SamuelSotiega]

😀😀 Welcome to the club!!!

[@MyLegitReviews]

Thank you! Just saved me money and frustration.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Job well done then!! 👍👍

[@krobros]

So, which is the BEST gimbal for horizontal shooting?

[@SamuelSotiega]

Ufff,,, that is a hard question to answer. Could I suggest you watch my videos for the zhiyun smooth 5S and the hohem M6 and then let me know what you think?

[@ADAMKRO]

@@SamuelSotiega are these models for smartphones? That is what what im trying to buy, thank you.

[@SamuelSotiega]

@@ADAMKRO yes, they are.

[@brucecrescencio]

I looove your reviews!!!

[@SamuelSotiega]

Thanks for the feedback!! 👍👍

[@JohnnyQuest007]

Crane movements are important and the way the OM6 does it isn't ideal. I'm returning it and sticking with my Vimbal 2 & FeiyuTech SPG2 (older yes, but it fits for what I like to shoot). You're right as it caters to a niche market if you film/shoot a certain format or style. Thanks for this input.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@study_traveluk2560]

One of the most honest KZbin review..👍👍👍👍👍

[@SamuelSotiega]

Thanks! Glad you liked it! 👍

[@zyzzyvacation]

Have you notified the people who matter like those at DJI? Maybe the device just needs a firmware bump.

[@SamuelSotiega]

These problems are design problems, no firmware can compensate for badly designed hardware. They know they are selling a turd, they know how to design proper gear. I use a lot of their other equipment and it is awesome. But on this product, they know they are ripping people off (my opinion)

[@mynkao-creativedirector]

this video is full of (sad) Truth 😂. makes me subscribe.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Glad you found it helpful! Sadly, so many people will feel they’ve been cheated when they buy this gimbal…

[@T.K.9]

Legit is why I returned my OM6. I like to do product videos with that up and down motion specially. And for some reason OM6 just won't settle facing straight to your subject doing that up and down movement. Any kind of movement and it just stops doing what a gimbal should do. The Zhi Yun seems to be better at that movement and even have a preset so the phone remains being balanced in that landscape position as you do any movement. It was the reason why I needed a gimbal. Just keep the phone solidly facing where you want it to face and keep the phone stable i.e. it won't go wobble as you do movements but no OM6 will wobble or the phone won't remain Straight while on landscape.

[@SamuelSotiega]

I think your reasoning makes perfect sense! 👍

[@phenomdark27]

Thank you for this review!! I am so pissed that all the KZbinrs are just promoting DJI Gimbals for the sake of it. Not a single review other than your's talks about shortcomings of the gimbal. Also I would like to add - the dji app has least support for most android phones, no 4k 60fps in most phones, no manual mode in most phones, you already mentioned there is no flat profiles support as well. So mostly those gimbals are for iPhone users or the very few high end android users.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Glad you found it helpful! I don’t like to suck up To anyone and if a product is garbage, I will call it. Wait until to watch my next video about the insta360 flow… 😁