Zhiyun Crane M3S vs. Weebill 3S - Which gimbal is right for you?

[@seandewispelaere]

Comment "good goin', Sean" if you see the clip that I forgot to grade... Done is better than perfect ;)

[@obertscloud]

hmm I wanted the Crane M3S I still think because of the touch screen I will be getting a Canon R8 and only use a small lens or wide angle lens for video, I want compact, I am selling my old big canon system, although now used I can't sell for much. I do enjoy my Zhiyun for my smartphone is incrediable performance, I have used with TOP Xiaomi Mi 11 and Mi 12 Pro some awesome footage, I want to take that to DSLR level when I need

[@mattroelsgard]

Great comparison. As a wedding videographer who is using a camera on a gimbal 8, 10 sometimes 12 hours a day, size and weight are HUGE factors to consider. I use a full-frame camera with APS-C lens combo because the size/weight are ideal. The quick release plate and the ability to attach an additional handle to the side of the M3S were huge pros when considering which gimbal to buy. Ultimately, I went with the M3S for my situation, but I can definitely see the pros of the Weebill 3S too. Keep up the good work!

[@Guoenyi]

Screw the june gimbals. Dude has some mad jaw lines.

[@WillieWheels]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@blackpanda7612]

I really enjoyed this video. Really good presentation and clear and detailed information without going overboard. I'm new to gimbals as well and in my region the Weebill is actually $100 cheaper than the M3S. I think I'll go for the Weebill if just for the extra payload capacity in case I want to upgrade my Sony A6400. Thank you again kind Sir for the awesome video :) Subscribed.

[@orjan37]

Would it be ok to mount a arca swiss quick release base plate on top off the m3s quick release plate meant to be on the camera? And just leave that on the gimbal. That way one could just leave a peak design plate on the camera and quickly take it on/off.

[@seandewispelaere]

Worth a shot, might make balancing slightly more tricky due to the height but I think it is worth a try

[@Stef-gb6cn]

Good comparision, helped me with my decision.

[@seandewispelaere]

Boom!

[@LateNightChess]

Which one you picked?

[@yemaneehaile]

Thank you. You made some very good points & helped me decide on my next gimbal

[@seandewispelaere]

Love to hear it - which one did you go with?

[@LateNightChess]

Which one you picked?

[@EspenJohan]

Thanks for this, im new to gimbals never used one. I have a Sony zv1 and it looks like the crame m3s is a good match. Maybe this is a stupid question, can you turn stabilization all off when using the gimbal?

[@seandewispelaere]

No problem and to answer your question, yes, you can lock all of the axes which would make it a tripod. Is that what you're looking for?

[@EspenJohan]

@@seandewispelaere can the gimbal stabilize the footage better then the internal stabilization?. So I have a wider field of view without the crop?. Thanks 😀

[@seandewispelaere]

@@EspenJohan Yes, that's exactly what it'll do

[@MOTHERTRUCKERS694]

both are good ,,the size difference are very minimal,, but im going for the weebil for the color

[@seandewispelaere]

Nice - enjoy it

[@SteauaClassics]

Thanks for the video, lots of great info as usuall. Quick question: what you think is the best gimbal you can buy in 2023, if money and size doesn’t matter? What is that gimbal that give best stabilisation and features? Can be any brand too…Thanks in advance

[@seandewispelaere]

If money isn't in the equation, I'd suggest the new DJI: amzn.to/3Jk6INW Also, thanks for the kind words

[@kostasrestas]

At both of them ,when you have it on pov mode for examble , can you push the trigger button to switch to lock mode for the time that you pushing it , and when releasing it, the trigger button ,can came back at pov mode again autocaticaly ?? You know , for use lock mode just for some seconds and going back at main selected mode instantly ,like Dji s gimbals ... Weebill s doent doing that and i sold it for that !

[@JANKERFLOW]

Noob question ... guimball are always used without camera cage ? And another question ... i have a sony a6700 with sigma crop sensor lenses the m3s will support it ? Ty in advance

[@seandewispelaere]

Nope - no need for the cage and check the Zhiyun website for camera and lens compatibility

[@rybread81]

I'm thinking the Crane 4 since I'm using the Sony a7siii with the Sirui anamorphic lens, especially the 100mm. I don't think the gimbals in your video will be able to handle the weight of a Sirui lens.

[@benleong2008]

can i use a manfrotto quick release base for the crane m3s?

[@srdjanmitic6899]

I have sony zve 10 and tamron 17-70 and i love it. What Gimbel should I buy, is crane m3s good for my setup?

[@HellenLee-yz2oj]

Your camera in the compatible list of Crane M3S，about the lens, you can refer this list: zhiyun-website-shenzhen.oss-cn-shenzhen.aliyuncs.com/instruction/20231129/1701251289193-QNQAWfi5.pdf

[@exitmass]

Good goin, Sean.

[@seandewispelaere]

Thanks!

[@derwinjax]

Like the review. As you mentioned the price difference is not that great. However, I don’t have a camera yet, but will be real soon. So I don’t want to get the M3S and then go back out in about a few month to get the Weebill 3S. So, the question is, since for now I’m only using my cellphone is there an adapter for using just a smartphone on the Weebill I can use temporarily until I get my camera? Is there a better option with another brand? Just trying to cover all of my options before pulling the trigger. Thanks

[@zubeyr5763]

Did you find any solution for phone

[@derwinjax]

@@zubeyr5763 unfortunately, no. I was hoping for a suggestion. But that’s ok.

[@zubeyr5763]

@@derwinjax allright thx

[@21jmack21]

For the walking/running comparison, did you use any software in post to edit the video before you added it to your video? Just curious. Great vid.

[@miguelprera2670]

Hi, really good review! I am leaning towards the Crane M3S, I have a Canon R7 with a RF-S 18-150mm (kit lens), do you think it will handle my camera? (I will use it as a hobby, not professional)

[@HellenLee-yz2oj]

You can refer this camera compatible list: zhiyun-website-shenzhen.oss-cn-shenzhen.aliyuncs.com/instruction/20230725/1690274300318-PGCQ6rRh.pdf

[@asiadmajeed]

Hi Sean great video like always. I think I figured out way you make good video. You actually try to use the gear. Not just reviewer for the views sake. Also you have good production. How long did it take to make the video? To be honest I don’t if a gimbal is a “must have “ or a “want to have” gear :)

[@seandewispelaere]

There he is! Thanks you, continues mean a lot from you. Vides like this take about 2-weeks (about 20-hours in total) I think it is a "nice to have" for most of us :)

[@asiadmajeed]

@@seandewispelaere that’s explains the quality. Btw would love to see a video about your photography process.

[@seandewispelaere]

@@asiadmajeed I'm on it!

[@zaidyusup4246]

Do you think weebil 3s match with zv e10 & 18-105mm?

[@hebehe462]

Yes, this is Weebill-3S mounting list for your reference. zhiyun-website-shenzhen.oss-cn-shenzhen.aliyuncs.com/instruction/20230906/1693990812735-TSdMbptp.pdf

[@Абылай-ь8к]

Thanks 👍👍

[@seandewispelaere]

No problem 👍

[@funtravel1210]

Do you think Weebill 3S suitable for travel ?

[@seandewispelaere]

Absolutely, but if you want the smallest and lightest, I'd consider the Crane

[@rahull7866]

It is better than crane 2s or not

[@behindthebuild8016]

Being able to easily switch between vertical & portrait is a must have for me. Are there any other gimbals that offer this?

[@seandewispelaere]

I think the new DJI's do?

[@hotcoffeeamericano]

people who watch vertical footage won't care about quality. their attention span is short. people should just crop their videos for vertical. done.

[@orjan37]

Agreed 100%. Dont need 4K for vertical, just use framme guides and crop in

[@dronephotogeek]

Plus you can use auto reframe when you shoot wide

[@phonecameravideos]

Can U use it for phones too?

[@madmamad1]

Yes you can use both of them for phones

[@phonecameravideos]

Thanks man@@madmamad1

[@linodiscovery]

How sure are you you can use the weebill 3s with iPhone ? I havent seen anything like that. Can you show me?? ​@@madmamad1

[@blackLink123]

You look like the soldier that betrays everyone at the end of the movie 😭

[@Sanket.vjadhav]

Exactly 💯😂

[@Sanket.vjadhav]

That soldier hired by big corp

[@blackLink123]

@@Sanket.vjadhav EXACTLY, like when they hired a dude to go after Captain America because they made everyone believe he went rogue and stuff 😂

[@Thor57644]

The Bluetooth connection does not work on a Nikon Z5. It connects on the gimbal but not on the Nikon.

[@chenlyn-cj8ve]

Which gimbal are you using? Is it the Weebill 3S? I saw that it can only support the cable control for Nikon Z5. You can check here: zhiyun-website-shenzhen.oss-cn-shenzhen.aliyuncs.com/instruction/20230801/1690856885092-rhGYty5E.pdf