USB Control Cable for Zhiyun Crane and Sony Cameras Review

[@DavidGallardo]

If you buy the canon cable by mistake does it still work?

Hello! I bought Crane plus to work with my Sony a6300. I did all the procedures the user manual asks for, but the crane can not control the camera. Please help me. I upgraded the firmware to version 1.70, set up gimbal to work with Sony cameras, I always use the Crane and then the camera. I'm hopeless, thinking of selling the gimbal.

[@NicolasBroner]

Is there anyway to control the focus instead of zoom? Thanks!

[@barney2x4]

I have a Zhiyun Crane v3 and I'll be getting a Sony A6300 camera soon. The cable looks like a standard micro-to-micro USB (male-male cable)...is ANY cable going to work? Or is there something specific, has anyone tried? Also, can it power the camera and act as a power bank of sorts or is that only present in later models?

[@magi1969]

You can always use an IR remote controller to start/stop video recording (or stills). Nevertheless, having the control in the gimbal button and also the zoom function with some lenses would be a nice plus.

[@nocoolname32]

this floors me. they have zoom control on the V2 and other models, but not the high end model? not on the most expensive one? that's crap.

[@stevansunarno4734]

Please make this video once again for Crane M3. Because I have trouble to connect with a6400. Thank you.

[@aznguitar]

Does it charge or power Sony A6500 while controlling and recording?

[@Kilerleflew]

aznguitar lol this is not an iPhone

[@janneost]

I am wondering the same thing

[@jbx907]

nope, i thought it should but it does not give power

[@Burzcasts]

On the A6500 with the Zhiyun Crane Plus, the photo shutter works but double pressing for the Video recording doesn't work. Also, please remap this to one press of the power button to Video recording.... Who uses photography on the gimbal anyway?

Hello! Did you find any solutions to your problem? I have the crane plus + sony a6300, and my problem is more serious, none of the commands work through gimbal. even doing everything as directed by the instruction manual. Please help me.

[@7thanima]

got mine working! thanks!

[@TURST67]

Just passing by because I used to work with that cable for a long time and the ability to start/stop video recording stopped working. The solution was to go (again) in the Zhiyun smartphone app and set the camera brand on Sony to make the controls work (it went back to stock settings, no brand, for whatever reason). If the camera brand isn't set in the remote app, the cable with not work, or do strange things like taking pics non-stop without touching anything.

[@neowanila]

Thank you!!!! It really works to me to..... Thanks!!!!

[@Libyanman]

Is it compatable with sony alpha nex-7 ?

[@nocoolname32]

does the Crane 3 LAB usb cable have the ability to control the power zoom lenses like the 16-50, 18-105, and 28-135?

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

Unfortunately no

[@nocoolname32]

@@ZhiyunTechGlobal if i understand correctly, you can zoom in and out with the controls on other models like the V2 if you order the usb cable (it has a "zoom" button on the handle) and say the 16-50 powerzoom kit lens, just not on the LAB 3?

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

They are different products

[@SixXGaming]

Is there any way I could use the switch for zoom to control focus by using the camera and lens servos? It seems possibles. If it is can you help me on the Nikon platform?

[@billgraham9078]

Very nice video. Do you have an updated video with the new Crane M?

[@expandlogy]

WHAT IS THE CABLE TO CONNECT THE WEEBILL S TO THE SONY A 7SII CAMERA?

[@gorillafilmstudios5840]

The Zhiyun Crane seems to be a great product. A question though: Is it possible to connect the micro-USB from the gimbal to a 2.5 mm LANC for remote control, such as with the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera? Does the Zhiyun Crane V2 work with LANC and with the BMPCC?

[@mistergeorgie]

The Zhiyun Crane control cable only works with two brands: Sony and Panasonic. Each brand requires a separate and different cable. And each cable operates in a slightly different way. The Zhiyun-Panasonic combination does not allow you to use the gimbal with the zoom, whereas the Zhiyun-Sony combination does.

[@kenwong8201]

what is your quick release plate adapter?

[@isabellaprins5010]

Does this cable work with fuji as well?

[@dinhnhunguyen1986]

Thanks a lot for your video. I have exact the same set as yours but the zhiyun cable just doesn't work with me. Do you need some setting with the A5100 before you can use the gimbal to control the camera via that cable?

[@Misstorys]

A lot of people have problem to even connect the crane 2 to a sony cam via cable. the cam says connection device .. and does nothing.

[@-meganeura]

Will this cable work with Crane V2 and Sony a6500 and a PZ lens to use the zoom function?

[@nocoolname32]

i got the same combo

[@TheBattleBranchBoys]

Does it work? What about a 6300?

[@63MacGuy]

i have read that when you plug the cable into your A6500 / A7lll you loose IBIS? because you have to switch to PC Remote

[@ahmetkonukseven7140]

gimbal's stabilizition is better than cameras 5 axis's. in my opinion you don't need ibis while you are using gimball.. when I using smooth q with iphone 7 while ois on, I see some vibrations on my recordings. If I deactivate the ois on my phone, my recordings are getting perfect smooth..

[@babenkoff]

This cable blocks micro-HDMI port on the camera! So, it is not possible to use this cable + monitor. Zhiyun, why?

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

hey, the cable does not work with the monitor,sorry for that

[@babenkoff]

This is stupid! I want to use micro-HDMI for the monitor and your cable for wireless remote. Please, make a new one cable for Crane!

[@JulianBG]

Did you try using male micro-usb to female micro-usb extension cable? I guess that *may* work.

[@MIMCKMedia]

Zhiyun-tech why do you not response to improvement proposal? That Cable layout is just stupid on the Sony

[@BasedOnLiberty]

I'm wondering the same thing

[@InkVision]

Can it charge the A6400?

[@hpsbath]

The Zhiyun Crane seems to be a great product. A question though: Is it possible to USB Control Cable for lens 28-70mm sony a7, If possible then send me link for buy this usb cable

[@MIMCKMedia]

cable doesn´t work with my a6500. Firmware on the crane v2 is the latest. Do i have to make settings in the camera like remote control enable or something?

[@MIMCKMedia]

Edit: got it to working. There are a few settings to make

[@MikeDewey]

MIMCK Media which settings

[@Misstorys]

I also tried settings. put the cam on pc remote and the other on multi .. than set the crane on sony cam and start up crane 2 than cam with cable . however usb searching than connecting device and nothing happens.

[@TheRobertfry]

hello, thank you for this video. do you know if this cable is able to manage manual focus also?

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

hey, sorry it can not manage manual focus

[@classykiller87]

Hello! Will this work with a Crane M2 and the Sony a6300 combo?? thanks

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

The M2 doesn't have a cable control

[@mato.graphy]

@@ZhiyunTechGlobal Then why put the USB on the Gimbal, just purchased this only to find it doesn't work.

[@marywhore1]

Hi, question, that cable looks as though it angles up, yet all other videos i see the cable right angled down, are there two different versions avaliable now?

[@HeleneMariaHansen]

I wanted to buy the Crane V2, but doesn't it work with Pentax DSLR? (K3). I can't find any control cable, and not even Zhiyun USA knows if it works?! I also have a Panasonic camcorder, both are with a mini and not micro hdmi.

[@videovega98]

Does this work with camcorder Sony FDR-AX53?

[@diederickfokker5641]

not sure I use the sony nx80 4k and the multi port is different connector as to the sony cable which comes with the Crane2.

[@videovega98]

Thank you

[@jasonffx01]

how's the zoom speed for RX100v. can you control the speed for the zoom?

[@bayareak9association]

How can you use a external monitor with this camera?

[@ksasat]

It would be a nice feature if Zheyun-Tech add 2 HDMI connections so they will work as an extension, one near the usb on the right side and the other one on the handle.

[@derrickvision9547]

Can you guys do a video on the cable connecting to the gh5?

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

hi friend, good idea, maybe who own the gh5 can be kind to do it, ha ha , if possible we will do it

[@derrickvision9547]

Zhiyun-tech I have the gh5 and the Zhiyun crane, as well as the cable for the gh4. I cannot get it to work. What is the trick? How can I do it?

[@chriswoodvine9370]

how do you change your shutter??

Olá! Eu comprei Crane plus para trabalhar com o meu Sony a6300. Fiz todos os procedimentos solicitados pelo manual do usuário, mas o guindaste não consegue controlar a câmera. Por favor me ajude. Eu atualizei o firmware para a versão 1.70, configurei o gimbal para trabalhar com câmeras da Sony, eu sempre uso o Crane e depois a câmera. Estou sem esperança, pensando em vender o gimbal.

[@re.cortesbr]

no video fala que tem que ser o cabo original da zhiyun, o seu ta com o original?

@@re.cortesbr sim. Descobri o defeito. Falei com um técnico da Zhiyun, ele mesmo me apontou o defeito. O USB que se conecta ao crane estava curto devido ao excesso de borracha do cabo.

[@yasinydby8499]

Can i use this cable for sony hx300?

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

Unfortunately it is not supported.

[@yasinydby8499]

@@ZhiyunTechGlobal thank u very much for ur kind reply.

[@donaldedet]

aside the content, I really enjoy how you create this review. anyway, I think a5100 with standard -3, -3, -3 are pretty cool for colong grading. 1:18

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

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[@GADSTD]

Please .. Solution for crane 3 lab recording not working sony a 6500. Update firmware please..

[@MarkChouhan]

Can we control the speed at which it zooms in and out?

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

Hi, Mark Chouhan, it can't control now.

[@HighFlyingPhotography]

How about now?

[@crizdeen7491]

@@HighFlyingPhotography What about now?

[@Damped23]

Can this cable charge the camera ?

[@classicsonlyfilms]

hey hey, i'm trying to get my remote to work with my sony A6500 and version one zhiyun crane. i paired it and get it to work the up and down left to right of the camera but not the record video function. i'm also using the black cord from my camera to the gimbal and still no recording? can you show me what needs to go where and what i'm doing wrong. and yes i don't have bluetooth on my phone on and i'm pressing the record button twice. any help??

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

We have control cables provided for Canon, Sony and Panasonic etc. So firstly make sure that you are using the right Sony control cable, and then tries pressing the record button twice.^_^ If still not solved, please contact [e-mail].

[@BasedOnLiberty]

I bought the cable but it blocks the HDMI. very disappointed

[@mikesalomon2695]

Where can we find this cable in Europe? (France)

[@MistaFussichannel]

Does this work with all Sony cameras?

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

hi, yes it can

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

hi later we will public video to show the difference, dont be sad, smooth Q is also with high quality ; ) the smooth 3 can do timelapse with the app

[@noeurizar5582]

this cables only works on Zhiyun M?

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

Axel Estrada,it's also can be used in crane.

[@noeurizar5582]

thanks..

Don't work zhiyun orginal sony cable what's the problem i don't know. Thats is big trouble :(

[@ReneeGannon]

I already own the Zhiyun Crane and have am thinking of purchasing a Sony A6300 and was wondering if the on-board shutter and zoom controls are compatible with this camera?

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

Renee Gannon, our Crane is compatible with this camera completely，many customers used it with Sony A6300.

[@MaximoLuke]

Stupidest cable ever. Why is it 90 degrees? It blocks the HDMI port and microphone jack on Sony cameras!?!?!

[@kostavoronov]

exactly! who the hell had designed it ?

[@Misstorys]

Maximo and it does not even connect correctly check connected device us what I get. I use sony a58 anykne have a solution ?

[@SandyChase]

I use the Canon setting on the Crane 2, and reversed the cable. Seems to work okay since both ends are microUSB.

[@maratines]

The 90 degree end goes into the gimbal.

[@Misstorys]

Yep indeed that works only the remote does not seem to work for things like shutter, pics, start and stop video. The crane controls on the crane do work !

[@ReverseCycoIogy]

Hi my friends. I know there's also a cable for Panasonic GH4, but anyone here knows if the cable will work with other Panasonic like the FZ1000 to be exact? Thank you!

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

hey mate, it does not work with the FZ1000

[@matsbroberg2928]

@@ZhiyunTechGlobal Yes it actually works with FZ1000

[@pavaz21]

I’m screwed! My computer won’t even connect my Zhiyun Crane to make the firmware 😢

[@RcrdFrd]

I have the crane V2 and A6300. I just got the Sony cable, but it doesn't´t seem to be working properly as it does not stop recording when I press it 2 times. Zoom function doesn't´t seem to be available while recording and its only available in some camera modes. In some camera modes, when I press w/t to zoom, the zoom menu shows up but it does not perform any zoom. I have firmware 1.50. Very disappointed...

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

Ricardo, thank you for feedback. You may check out the followings to see what is the specific problem there: 1. Make sure you power on the Crane before the camera after proper connection and configuration; 2. Single press can stop recording, doesn't need twice; 3. Make sure it is an electronic-focus lens, otherwise it cannot zoom.

[@DeadHeatHD]

Have you found any solution? I am experiencing the same issue

[@-meganeura]

Can you zoom it? or not

[@rcast1986]

I have this problem as well. Does not work on the custom modes that are set for video, only in movie mode. Very disappointed and frustrated. Rip-off $50 cable.

Olá, Ricardo! Você conseguiu alguma solução para esse problema? Estou passando por isso.

[@MIMCKMedia]

Zhiyun-tech why do you not response to improvement proposal? That 90° Cable layout is just stupid on the Sony

[@clavadetscherfoto]

bitte mach einen link, wo ich das kabel bestellen kann. danke viel mal...

[@guz5135]

with reference to fast zoom. I have a quick and simple hack for you please bear with me or will be revealed first open the crane app on your smartphone go to settings scroll down to Pan tilt they will you will find prefixed default settings these are normally a value of 80 on all three accesses reduced the value considerably and save your new settings I have reduced mine to a value of 5 on all three which will then enable you to pan and tilt much more slowly and give a more cinematic feel to your footage once you have saved these new settings in the zoom record mode your camera will zoom in and out to the same value greatly reducing the speed of your zoom however in the standby mode the zoom will continue to be way too fast I just ignore this press the record button and your video will zoom in and out much more slowly I hope you find this quick hack of some value to you also I have a hack 4 time lapse using the remote control let me know if that is of value to you and I will pass it on to you good luck to you I hope this helps

[@georgeburn961]

That would be useful, thank you - are you able to post it here or do you want my email address?

[@guz5135]

George Burn if you have the Sony time lapse app put your Sony camera into standby in the time lapse app attach the camera to the Crane reduce further the pan access down to say one or two which will result in the crane panning extremely slowly using the crane m remote control start your time lapse using a small piece of blue tack press enter position the remote control joystick and hold it in position with the blue tack this will result in a panning action during the duration of your time lapse

[@georgeburn961]

Nifty! thank you for the tip!

[@jbx907]

thanks for that, ill gove it a try

[@jbx907]

these are the setting available, 1 control dead zone 2 following rate 3 control rate 4 degree of smoothnes 5 fine tune 6 joystick orientation 7 camera control interface 8 electric motor, which one is it? im using zhiyun assistant ap,

[@LessTalkMoreDelicious]

Ah, cool! Never knew it worked with Clear Image Zoom too! (I use only primes again)

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

yes mate, we are trying to do better and to meet yr needs

[@nocoolname32]

@@ZhiyunTechGlobal so it works with clear image zoom...digital zoom, but not the physical zoom in the lens, yes?

[@hernandezfausto]

Hello, good afternoon I have a sony a6000 camera but when I connect the mini usb cable to the stabilizer it does not let me take a photo or record I have to confirm something in the camera I hope you can help me

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

FAUSTO HERNANDEZ,Hi we suggest you open the stabilizer first then turn on the camera when you connect the usb.

[@86studio16]

I have the same problem like Fausto Hernandez. But even when I turn on the gimbal first the turn on the camera, it just take photo and can not recording. Why?

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

Hi 86 Studio, did you select the corresponding brand in the APP to configure the gimbal control? If this still doesn't work, please contact [e-mail], they will be able to give you more specific tip or reason of the issue.

[@elaineross9365]

Same for me. Sony a6000 and cable doesn't work after following instructions. Is there a setting in the camera that needs to be changed for it to work or something?

[@-meganeura]

Yes, I believe so, remote control settings on camera, I don't have my sony yet.

[@iwanickiradziu]

Anyone knows if the cable will work with other Panasonic like the LX15 to be exact? Thank you! ODPOWIEDZ

[@mistergeorgie]

The Zhiyun Crane requires a different cable to attach a Panasonic camera. The Zhiyun-Panasonic combination works slightly different. You won’t be able to use the zoom facility.

[@Michalramzes1]

the cable doesn't come with the camera, right ?

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

Michalramzes1,yes, you need to buy it. ））

[@Misstorys]

sony control cable does come with the crane 2 also panasonic and canon cable are included. sony control cable does not seem to connect properly so I cannot work with it. Have to switch the cam to video and vice versa

[@AstroHBF]

So couldn't i just buy any micro usb to micro usb cable?

[@RichardsWorld]

I tried and others have tried with videos. They won't work. One of the ends is a little unusual. I don't know how it works, but one of the ends has about double the number of pins inside of it. I even tried this on a Sony camcorder and it worked for the video, but not the picture taking.

[@AstroHBF]

Ah i see! Thanks for letting me know

[@RichardsWorld]

Very welcome. Me like others have tried to save some money by using the micro USB to micro USB, but sadly that doesn't work.

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

thanks for letting know friend :)

[@RichardsWorld]

You are very welcome. The camcorder I tried the cable on is the Sony AX53. This is with the Crane-M. The zoom and record video function works. But it won't take photos. But the Sony camcorder is not good at photos anyways.

[@pegasikfoto]

Спасибо, хорошее видео)

[@danilos767]

Cool...Danke !

[@taekunproduction948]

I had try use Micro USB for Mavic Controller to Smartphone, but it Doesn't work 😥😥😥

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

They are not the same

[@lpdantas1]

Thanks for the video anyway

[@lpdantas1]

30 dollars for a cable is a fair price ? you must be kidding me or be completely out of touch with the global reality.

[@dimdimich1]

Agree ..

[@jbx907]

Just got my sony to zhiyun crane usb cable and have tested it, works on photo and video trigger i just hope you change it to single tap, if someone places a camera on a zhiyun crane, its surely going to be for video, make the video start stop single tap and the photo shot doulbe, maybe a selection in the ap the cable does not get in the way of any ports of my Sony a5100, now ots easier to start stop recording which is kind of a hustle without this cord. i only have the kits lens, the zoom is too fast hehehe, i dont know if its the lens too hehehe, super like not having to touch the camera, but pls fix the zoom feature, its too fast the same as this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/lWSQY594qrBosJo edited: ill try using the bluetooth remote to see if its different, i have to determine if its the zoom stick ib the gimabal, harware, or just software. since both controlls are separate and not one piece hardware

[@BullworthAcademy4]

It does not work... does a 3rd company micro usb to micro usb even work?

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

Vault - Tec,probably can, but we can't make sure about it, suggest you use the orginal cable, if you have any question ,pls email to our aftersale apatment:[e-mail].

[@serich1951]

USB Control Cable don't work with Sony RX100M4 - :-(

[@Raegoul]

It works with the M5.

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

hi, yes it can

[@ZhiyunTechGlobal]

maybe there is any problem with the cable ?

[@davideperillo]

It works on mine. But auto tracking doesn't work!

[@jep6]

@2:34 LOL HAHAHAHA

[@LenCook]

Dayum!

[@methlalpallewatta5873]

It's not micro USB. It's a Sony Multi cable.

[@LucasBlaney]

Terrible that you are the company brand and you don't understand why the gimbal works the way it does. Bad video.

[@SecretZoolevel]

More cables to wieght your camera down and drive you insane trying to balance it.

[@MrRadioGypsy]

The used gimbal I have was sold w/o the cables for $30 less than a new gimbal - that would have included all three of these cables. Not going to fork out $75 for three cables. For that price, including the cost of those cables and the gimbal, it would too much. BTW - these cables are made of crummy materials and - in reality - aren't worth $10 for the whole lot. So, I am going to send the gimbal back to the store for a refund.

[@crazykeysersoze]

Great gimbal but whoever designed this cable needs to get fired and sent to moron island.