WEEBILL S vs CRANE 3 LAB // ZHIYUN GIMABL COMPARISON

[@Travelconquest]

Love finding smaller filmmaking creators as I'm trying to grow my own filmmaking channel. I have yet to try these gimbals I own a zv2 and I absolutely love that thing. I've shot weddings, music videos, real estate and other stuff with it. Its so light weight and easy to set up.

[@PeterMakholm]

Thanks. I have also had the Zv2 but have to say that borth of these gimbals out shines the zv2. Love the innovative desing in these gimbals.

[@cymatixgod]

Hey I have the canon 5d iv with sigma art lenses 24’’ - 105’’ mm thinking to upgrade to the crane 3 labs from Weebill s what would be your recommendation

[@bodhi7312]

im trying to choose between these two apart from your video I can't find any others on the topic so thanks for making it :)

[@papidinov]

Cheers for the review ! Overall I prefer Weebill S because it has much smaller body but big payload. It's more comfortable to get travel with it.

[@PeterMakholm]

Papi Dinov yes, my favorite gimbal is differently the Weebill S

[@biswaruppynemusic]

I also bought the Weeble S yesterday and it's great.....But i want to buy that L-shaped Handle for my gimbal

[@PeterMakholm]

Biswarup Pyne yes it is a great investment. Here is the link: amzn.to/2M4dkCT

[@lifestylebyfornebuporten1328]

Great video, love the photo booth - not many of those left.

[@PeterMakholm]

Lifestyle By Fornebuporten thx. Yeah the phone booth is actually here in my home town, but it is not in use, the phone I had brought my self. But it looked super cool.

[@JulianBati]

Great comparison video! What could you tell us about the follow focus accessory and how it works on each model? Thanks!

[@hmakholm7384]

Looking forward to se your shortfilm with the phone booth.

[@keatonditchfield8437]

Your videos are really great. You deserve more views! Great video quality, great hosting, awesome and interesting information! Thanks for a great video.

[@PeterMakholm]

Thanks, mate. Competition is hard here on YT, but I am doing what I can to provide useful knowledge. I appreciate your support.

[@fqentreprise7797]

Hi Peter, Please let me know that can we use Canon mark 4 with 24-70mm lens. What about payload of Weebill s? Waiting for reply. Regards.

[@PeterMakholm]

FQ Entreprise there are no payload for the weebill S. You have to chedk their compatibility list. What canon camera?

[@Marks-Memories]

I have a GH4 and the Olympus 12-60 f2.8 pro. Weight with the cage is 2.3 pounds. Will either work? I also want the focus/zoom control and the phone receiver but unsure if the weebill s will work. I heard the one on the crane 3 has latency on the phone? Thanks for any info!

[@PeterMakholm]

Hi mark. Yes your setup will difently work on the weebill s.

[@jamestreveil4866]

Ok im really torn. Im looking at buying one of these. I prefer the weeble s because it's smaller and stronger motors. But on the crane lab you can attach 2 zoom/focus motors giving you more control and ease of use.

[@PeterMakholm]

They are both great gimbals. what camera are you using.

[@jamestreveil4866]

Im using the Nikon d750 I mainly photograph weddings but got a wedding videography gig later this year. I know I need one but im just looking at my options.

[@PeterMakholm]

​@@jamestreveil4866 You might have a problem on the weebill s, with the hight of the camera, and you might not be able to go into sling-mode / underslung mode. I can't fit my S1H on there because it is too tall and heavy. There I use my Crane 3 lab. But for weddings, I always use my Glidecam. If you have the time to learn the Glidecam, this is still a bulletproof solution. Link is here: amzn.to/2I5FMkN

[@danieltobing_]

Hi Peter, does all the weebill s buttons Compatible with lumix s5?

[@TheBucketListRide]

yeah, the weebill S is my favorite

[@art_means_artificial]

ANAL!

[@OGBURNA]

Can you please make a video on how to balance a red on the crane 3 lab

[@PeterMakholm]

GO_LIVE PRODUCTIONS yes, if I can get my hands on one I will.

[@Alex_Ochoa]

Great video man! I just got a weebil s and I have been loving it so far! It's super strong and handles camera weight without a problem 👍

[@PeterMakholm]

Yeah, super impressed with what this gimbal can handle.

[@thefreshmindfamily7363]

Great video. How did you get the shot from inside the telephone booth.

[@PeterMakholm]

The Fresh Mind Family thx. I actually used a GoPro hero 4 on the shelf and a hero 8 on a suction cup from above. Audio is from the hero 4.

[@topshotproduction8977]

My friend I want to ask you I have canon 6d mark2 with 24_105 usm it work with weebill s

[@liammartinfilm3250]

Hi there. I think I am keen to buy the weebil S to use with my bmpcc 4K (aware of having to counter balance etc), but now I'm wondering how possible it would be to mount my C200 on it too with a small pancake lens, since weight wise it will still be within limits. The concern is the length of the arm on the tilt axis, since the camera is tall. People seem to mount it on the Crane 3 ok so I'm wondering what the difference in length is between the tilt arm axis on the Weebil S and the Crane 3? Thanks for your help!

[@PeterMakholm]

Hi, Your BMPCC 4K is no problemo on the weebill S. But the C200 is difently to tall. I resently had an S1H on and it could just fit on there. So if you want to get the c200 on the gimbal you should go with the crane 3 lab.

[@hemantkalia2199]

Great video!!! I have canon t5i with 18-135mm lens. Just wondering weebill S would handle that?

[@PeterMakholm]

Yes, that should not be a problem. i can us my gh5 with the 10-25mm lens wich is a heavy beast.

[@MarcusAriah]

Yea I use a bmpcc 6k with a 35mm and I’m good

[@fireplay8107]

Well. Put on the microfone to weebill s and do many moves with this setup :) you can't

[@davifuzari1445]

for a SONY a7siii + 24/70 2.8 cannon and metabones setup which would be the most viable in 2023

[@elijahpd7000]

Hello, I want to know if the Zhiyun Weebill lab can perform a sync motion?

[@PeterMakholm]

Eli no the wee ill lab can not do sync motion

[@MontressorStudios]

My setup is the Sony a7s II with Rokinon cine lenses I was wondering which would you recommend especially with the price drop of the crane 3

[@PeterMakholm]

Weebill S. The ergonomics of the weebill S is better due to its smaller footprint. Buy the side handle and an extra grip and you have a solid setup. this is the side handle i would recomend. amzn.to/2M4dkCT

[@MontressorStudios]

@@PeterMakholm it says the L bar is unavailable anymore is there any other one you suggest?

[@TaylorTheTraveler]

Hey how do you use your phone as an external monitor? I just got the Weebill S and a Sonya7sii. I don't have the image transmission module but I can't find it for sale anywhere and I've been trying to figure this out and also how to zoom and focus with my Sony camera and GM zoom lenses like the 16-35mm if thats even possible. Also I just uploaded my first travel video about brazil if anyone wants to check it out and give feedback would really appreciate it!

[@TaylorTheTraveler]

I meant zoom/focus with the weebill s. I'm reading there is optical zoom compatibility but I can only control the zoom manually on the lens itself.

[@PeterMakholm]

Taylor The Traveler hi. To use your phone as a monitor, you need to have the transmission module, but it has just been released, and should hit the stores during November. For the zoom on the Sony, you need to check if it is compatible with your setup. If so, you should be able to choose Sony in the menu and it should work.

[@TaylorTheTraveler]

@@PeterMakholm Ok I'll keep checking online throughout this month. I did choose sony in my mini gimbal screen menu but when I turn that knob on the left nothing changes. do you need that focus wheel accessory separately? Also when you're shooting video do you normally shoot in autofocus or manual focus. I am trying to start making travel/cinematic style type videos.

[@TaylorTheTraveler]

oh and thank you for your quick response!! you're the best

[@BrendonWBrown]

@@TaylorTheTraveler Yes, you will need the TransMount follow focus accessory. It will have a loop wrapped around your lens and it will connect via USB to your gimbal, so when you turn the wheel on the gimbal, the loop will rotate.

[@khushbuhasan1279]

Hello. please tell me WEEBILL S has object follow mode and selfie mode? Thanks

[@PeterMakholm]

KHUSHBU HASAN hi. With the wireless transmitter it can follow objects. And yes if you watch my first weebill S video, you can see the selfi mode. It's a simple triple tap on the trigger and the gimbal turns towards you.

[@khushbuhasan1279]

@@PeterMakholm okkk thanks for reply ))

[@carabrown4380]

Hi. Now that the Crane 3 Lab has significantly reduced in price - would you still recommend the Weebill S as the overall best choice? Thank you!

[@PeterMakholm]

i compends on what camera you are using or planing to use with it. but for smaller cameras the weebill S is amazing.

[@SpuddyIRL]

Peter Makholm what if it was like a 650 or 750d

[@williamsnyder4361]

Thanks for the comparison! I've been using the BMPCC4K on the weebil 3 lab for a few months now and can't seem to balance it properly. I use counter weights and can get the camera to balance more or less, but I'm unable to place the camera in any position and it stays there. Have you had any experience using the bmpcc4k on the lab? I'm hoping I'm just doing something wrong, but can't seem to figure it out.

[@PeterMakholm]

Hi William, That is the problem with the Weebill lab. It is not strong enough to handle a bigger camera. And with the BMPCC4K beeing wide you will always have this problem. I could balance my GH5 on the lab, but it was still a bit front heavy. And therefore, the motors are on overload. I would strongly suggest that you sell the weebill Lab and buy the Weebill S. It has the strength to handle the BMPCC4K and the auto-tune mode, makes the gimbal adjust the motors accordingly to your camera setup. if you got any other questions, just let me know.

[@williamsnyder4361]

@@PeterMakholm Hey Peter, I actually totally screwed up and meant to write the crane 3 lab, not the weebil. But my question is still the same if you have any other suggestions!

[@PeterMakholm]

@@williamsnyder4361 Hi, I just talked to a friend of mine at a camera store that is used to the BCPCC4K, and he actualy said that he has problems with balancing the BCPCC4K on the crane 3 lab. He does not find it any good, but with the weebill S, He has not issues. Only if the lens is very light, then you should add some front weight, a filter ect. So you should consider switching to the Weebill S. Hope this helps.

[@buisaigon1]

Easy to assemble, good strong materials, feels good, looks good.

[@sebsyoutubechannel4252]

Thanks for this in depth video! Quick question! Can the Weebill S control both focus and zoom of a manual lens or just focus? Thanks!

[@PeterMakholm]

Seb's KZbin channel nope. There you have to go with the weebill S.

[@JJ-jp8wj]

Nice video man. Im just waiting for comparison between weebill s and moza air 2, coz both of this gimbal very amazing feature etc. Do u have opinion about this?

[@PeterMakholm]

Thanks, mate. No I don't have the moza air, but it will be an interesting comparison.

[@joelhuntress6736]

What are your thoughts on using the Xpro-3 on the Weebill S?

[@PeterMakholm]

Joel Huntress hi, The XPro 3 is a small camera, so I can't see why it shouldn't be able to use it. I shoot on the gh5, but recently I had a S1H on it.

[@joelhuntress6736]

Peter Makholm, just wondering how the flip down LCD, which I love, would work out.

[@donovanchin]

Excellent video

[@PeterMakholm]

Thanks for the support mate.

[@rubanwayne5731]

Will weebill s balance sony a6400 , 70-300mm? Is it heavy ?

[@PeterMakholm]

Ruban wayne hey. Yes You can ballance thet setup. No the weebill s is super light.

[@rubanwayne5731]

Hey , thank you. Its very helpful

[@theautomationchannel6920]

I have crane 3 for sony A6400 + cage + sigma Trio.. 16 30 56mm Shall i sell it for Weebill S

[@PeterMakholm]

Automation Professionals i really preffer the weebill S over the crane 3 Lab. The smaler form factor makes it easier to control. I would defently do so. But try it out before you make the switch.

[@theautomationchannel6920]

Peter Makholm I have broken manfrotto carbon monopod while performing crane shoots thanks god that clamp only broke and it slide back rather than drop into the water. It is not supporting A6400 so no motion time lapse It is good only for sling shoots. I can’t feel comfortable waking at eye level and gimbal is far away from my chest. Thanks for your time to post a reply.. wish the best

[@RomanSudarikov]

Thank you for the comparison video! Is it possible to have mic with weebill s. I am thinking of 5D mark iv with 16-35 f4 and quite big mic on the top like rode pro+ or rode stereo video mic x. Do you think there is enough space at the bottom to balance such setup? I am using crane 2 right now and I had to replace one axis for a longer one to get it work. I do realize that even if I can balance it under sling mode will not be possible.

[@PeterMakholm]

I am pretty sure that it is possible to put a large mic on top. The autotune will autocorrect for the heavy load. I am not home right now, but let me test it in a couple of days, and I will let you know.

[@RomanSudarikov]

@@PeterMakholm Thank you very much for your help. From the reviews I am quite sure that the weight will not be a problem. What I am worried about is can the camera be adjusted enough in down direction to compensate for the weight of the mic, or the fact that the mic will be quite far from the center point, so the gimbal can be balanced. I would highly appreciate it if you could check that for me! I am not in hurry with the answer.

[@martinadamcz]

Battery life = transmitter on Crane 3 = check video how to turn off on Momentum production channel

[@vistabrandon]

Hey brother, is a Sony a 6500 with Sigma 18-35 m m f 1.8 Plus mc-11 going to hit on the Weebill s oh, I have the Weebill lab and it hits so cannot go to underslung mode. I definitely want the crane 3 lab... I see there's a lot more space for the camera. Is the weevil ask going to have issues with this combo? I know the crane 3 lab is definitely a lifelong investment... I just sold my Ronin M wasn't as smooth as I wanted and loved my crane V2 smoothest looking footage! Any thoughts or help. Thanks

[@PeterMakholm]

TheLibraryStudios .TheLibraryStudios hi. Sorry I had not seen your comment. I know that the GH5 with the sigma 18-35 is useable, so I would believe that your setup is durable.

[@Bengtssn]

Great video, loving my Weebill S so far!

[@PeterMakholm]

Did you get the Wireless system for it.

[@Bengtssn]

Nope, not yet! Should drop by by house soon:)

[@ebraheemahmed9101]

Hey help me out. I wanna make short films, and I don't care about the weight and portability of the gimbals. I just need more stable footage, as my camera has no ibis and some lens without IS. Which one should you recommend then? Does lab 3 provides more stable footage? Please let me know

[@PeterMakholm]

Hey. What camera are you using.

[@ebraheemahmed9101]

@@PeterMakholm rn using the Canon M50, but I'll be upgrading to Sony ASIII. I want a gimbal for long term and don't want to worry for my next buy

[@blackiemendez]

Hello. Can you carry a heavy set up on the weebill s with one hand while focusing with the other? it's one thing I find impossible to do with crane 3 lab. Thinking of getting weebill s. Thank you!

[@PeterMakholm]

Yes, becaus the focus wheel is smaller it is much easier to use than on the crane 3 lab. Especaly it you buy the L grip form gimbal gear or any other side grip. Becaus the you got dual handle grip and you can reach the wheel from eather both hands.

Actually struggling balancing it properly with GH5 + cage + speedboosted 18 35. It works in the end but I can feel it’s reaching the limits. How about vortex mode on your side with your heavy 10 25 ? Even my G85 with native m43 Olympus pro glass can’t make the whole 360 with motors on high power. Weird

[@PeterMakholm]

Ma Belle Île hi. I would not use the cage with the gh5. I find it easier to ballance wothout the cage and i have some more space to play with. I have no issues with the 10-25mm in any modes.

[@ninay7685]

i have the Panasonic gh5, speedbooster and sigma 18 35. it doesn t work on djihâd ronin sc :( so i am looking for new gimbal. do you recommande Zhiyun Weebill S? thanks

[@PeterMakholm]

ninay 76 yes. The weebill S will have no problem with that setup. I can use my S1H on the weebill S. I got a video later today where I cover this topic.

[@ninay7685]

the s1h😍 my dream may be a day! Thanks for answer!

[@ninay7685]

Just a last question. Can we make thé focus with the weel and cable or do we need thé motor.....

[@Darkanent]

Have you balanced the bmpcc with a cage on the Weebill S?

[@PeterMakholm]

Hey. No I haven't tried it with the bmpcc, but I talked to a friend yesterday that uses the bmpcc with no problems. I have had an S1H on so I would believe that it should be possible to fit a bmpcc with a cage. /pete

[@Darkanent]

Thank you for responding Peter!

[@keo5365]

Can i put my Canon 1Dx mark iii on a Weebill S ?

[@moviebazaar9097]

Which one is more stabilizing???

[@PeterMakholm]

Movie Bazaar they both do a great job. But I think I get a better result with the Weebill S as log as you have the side handle on. amzn.to/2M4dkCT

[@Pritesh_arora]

Which one is good crane2 Or weebill s

[@PeterMakholm]

Pritesh Arora differently the weebill S, it is smaller and stronger.

[@legendgrandpa7974]

hey peter, just wanna remind you that the video title is typo, it's gimbal not gimabl, hope you see this and have a nice day

[@MarceloLangame]

That's the info I was looking for. Subs! Thanks!

[@PeterMakholm]

Thanks for the support.

[@djdas2000]

How is the stabilization? witch is Better?

[@djdas2000]

Also great videos

[@PeterMakholm]

I don't think there is a noticeable difference between these two gimbal. But because the weebill S is smaller I can hold it closer to my body and there fore get better gimbal control.

[@Glen.Danielsen]

Thanks so much for excellent and helpful video. New subscriber here. 😎

[@PeterMakholm]

Thanks, great to have you here.

[@lilfiyacrakaimages4767]

is the weebill s compatible with the canon t5i?

[@saiqatrony8377]

Hi Peter! Great video, very informative. I just wanted to know if the weebill S would manage to balance the Sony 24-70 2.8 GM lens which I use with a Sony A7s ii. I bought a Weebill S couple of months ago and it struggled to balance with the 24-70 as the front gets too heavy even with the riser plate and/or lens support. I then returned it to the shop I bought it from for a refund but they sent me a replacement gimbal instead. I still haven’t opened the package because if it doesn’t work with the 24-70 then I would send it back again for a refund without opening the box as 24-70 is the only lens I have at the moment and it’s cheaper for me to get another gimbal than buying lighter lenses to go with the Weebill S.

[@shutterroom914]

the quick release attachment that connects to your camera, the screw should be on 5 lock it in there and go from there. Hope you still have this weebill s

[@oscarnavarro5020]

Hi! Should I sell my zhiyun crane to buy the weebill or I don’t will see any difference?

[@PeterMakholm]

Oscar Navarro depends on what camera you will put on the weebill S. If it is as smaller camera then Yes. I still use my crane 3 Lab for my S1H.

[@oscarnavarro5020]

Peter Makholm thanks, I have a sony a6300 & a6500

[@PeterMakholm]

Oscar Navarro allright, the I would definitely sell your crane, and buy the Weebill S, and the also buy the side handle for it. amzn.to/2M4dkCT

[@nomad0714]

Hi Peter Makholm, Subbed and liked. Video is timely and love your old school phone call in the booth. LOL, my nephew was watching with me and asked me what’s the thing he’s walking into and why he’s not calling on his mobile phone! :) I already have a Ronin S and a setup that negates the weight con on this gimbal. It’s a high quality built gimbal and performs well. I bought the Weebill lab beforehand and was disappointed and the Ronin S doesn’t have locking arms but balancing it was so simple + the motor calibration on app. Now looking for a light setup but motor strength, weight, balancing are all criteria’s needed to ensure smooth video. I have A73, GH5 and EOSR for light setup and S1H for heavy setup. I am looking at the Lab3 vs. Crane3. The Crane3 from B&H is on sale now for essentially the same price so that’s a mute point. Price aside, for smooth and performance video, which one would you recommend.

[@PeterMakholm]

Nomad 24 thanks mate. Love your nephew's comment about the phone booth. I am loving the weebill S with my gh5, it is a light and compact setup For my S1H I prefer the glidecam but there are some moves and situations where I need the gimbal and there I use the crane 3 Lab. I Dont like the Zhiyun app. Dji definitely wins on that one. The crane 3 lab is definitely best to operate I sling mode I find that the handle can be a bit in the way when shooting upright. On the crane 3 Lab you can re position the gimbal in follow mode by holding down the GO button. That is not possible on the Weebill S. That is a bit ignoring. I will soon make a video about my thoughts of the weebill S, after 3 months of use. If you got any other questions, just let me know.

[@cine-pensamiento8785]

how to attach the L bracket?

[@PeterMakholm]

cine-pensamiento just screws on to the bottom and them screw the tripod on to the L grip afterwards.

[@jaysun070476]

The crane 3 lab looks like something from a different planet huge lol.

[@PeterMakholm]

Today I am comparing the Zhiyun Weebill S vs. Crane 3 lab. If you have any questions about these gimbals, please let me know.

[@nipenhazarikaentertainment7895]

Can i use zhiyun weebill s in mark iv and mark v with prime lens ..pls reply

[@PeterMakholm]

@@nipenhazarikaentertainment7895 Hi what camera are we talking about.

[@nipenhazarikaentertainment7895]

@@PeterMakholm Sir..i talking about canon mark iv etc..can it support in Zhiyun geembal s

[@FraneFilms]

Great video man, how it handle the GH5 + Sigma 18 35? There is an accesorie to use a phone holder as an onboard monitor?

[@DronEachRYa_]

weebill s can carry canon 5d markIv with 24 105

[@PeterMakholm]

I would belive so. It can take my S1H and that is a heavy beast.

[@jeveetsoibam]

Jst bought it today

[@PeterMakholm]

Sweet. Hope you will get good use of it. In tomorrows video I got some hidden features on the weebill S /pete

[@Nvrr0]

It’s $351 on amazon www.amazon.com/gp/mpc/A1XS32B6VL5WJK

[@pardeepkumar5]

Can I use it on canon 90d with 18-135lens

[@PeterMakholm]

Pardeep Kumar I would believe so. I had an Lumix S1H and it worked fine.

[@Quicorio]

Gimabl? lol good vid!

[@PeterMakholm]

Good spotted, I had not seen it. but too late to change now.

[@senorfrog5605]

Anyone interested in buying a lightly used crane 3 lab, lol? fckin zhiyun.... i sprung for the crane 3 lab because the weebill lab just had too many flaws that were dealbreakers for me (relatively small payload, ergonomics that made it impossible/annoying to mount your camera with a longish lense, poor battery life), and in what feels like no time flat, have ironed out all the kinks, and made the gimbal i wanted all along. fml

[@PeterMakholm]

Keep i up mate.