Zhiyun Crane 3 Lab | Is this Gimbal Worth $899??

[@martinpugafernandez844]

Hello Gene! I’m a mexican student of Cinematography, and i was going to quit my dream of become a DP until i saw your “Hardest part of freelance” & “Finding work as filmmaker” videos and that’s when i gave it a second thought and right now i’m getting my first jobs on filmmaking. I would really like the gimball because of that jobs, but i didn’t came here for that, just came to thank you for inspire a hopeless mexicano. Ps: mi casa es tu casa if you ever want to come and do some videos in Mexico City :)

[@rodrigomacias]

I would use the gimbal to save turtles. I work with an association that protect the turtles in the Mexican coast, and usually we make videos in order to search for sponsors of this labor, since our budget usually is low. When it comes to film these beautiful animals, the low angle shot from this gimbal seems appropriated.

[@TheCinderDude]

You deserve it!

[@8lec_R]

In case you don't win, get a used glidecam, they are pretty cheap and work great fpr low angle shots

[@emilgarcia2712]

amazing work! best of luck to you!

[@jluis_soto]

In Jamaica you can get a steak and kidney pie for €1.75, a chicken and mushroom pie for €1.60 and an apple pie for €2.15. In St Kitts and Nevis a steak and kidney pie will cost you €2, a chicken pie (without mushrooms) is €1.70 and a cherry pie can be yours for €1.95. In Trinidad ,Barbados ,Tobago, and Dominica that steak and kidney pie comes in at €2.50, but you can two for €3.50, while the chicken and mushroom pie is €2.25, or two for €3.25. They also offer meat and potato pie for €2, or two for €3. Their apple pies and cherry pies are often sold for €2.75, or two (any combination) for €4.75. Those are the Pie Rates of the Caribbean.

[@rodrigomacias]

we really wish to have this chance, thanks :3

[@WORTHITORNOT]

OUCH ! Did a playback at 25% and seen a dislocated elbow if not worse. Hope you recover easy from that.

[@robertpaulson1752]

Good catch and didn't know about being able to slow down the video. Thanks

[@shutterlandphoto5025]

Oh my goodness. Hope you're ok Jet.

[@Noksus]

nah not a dislocation

[@WORTHITORNOT]

NikoliZZer : what was it?

[@ThinkingArtEntertainment]

I think he broke it. I saw it on his instagram story the other day and it was super brutal looking and his immediate reaction was "fuck, i think i broke my arm"

[@STONEDECISION]

Dude. Thanks for being here. As a struggling artist trying to learn everything channels like yours is absolutely helpful.

[@mikesmithfoto]

if i win the gimbal i'll put it on eBay and proceeds will be for your medical bill... 11:43 ouch!!!

[@nayanbora8242]

I need a gimbal urgently..have no money..i m dipresed by this..i have to show my quality of film making. Love u bro plz sand me gimbal..i will be great full to you.thanks..

[@JesseJamesSCO]

No one pays for medical bills.

[@JomToons]

@@nayanbora8242 I know how it feels to think you need a specific piece of gear to make better content. I've never got a piece of gear that completely transformed my work. Except maybe my GH5 because of the great features and IBIS coming from the original BMPCC. Don't get gear acquisition syndrome. Film-making is all about trouble shooting and working with what you have. Wish you the best of luck!

[@jkspinalchoice]

@@JomToons Dude, I love the determination! Thanks for putting this together!

[@AlliandWill]

YOUR ARM!!! :( 13:43 Hope you heal fast!!

[@alfonsom.9271]

Damn, was hoping I was wrong but looks like that wrist snapped! Dammit!

[@Achyuthkumar7]

yes insta followers

[@AlliandWill]

@@Achyuthkumar7 It looked so painful, but he was so positive haha

[@Dad_Jokes_Everyday]

I'm a cinema student who is trying to live with essential tremor. Crane 3 would definitely help me a lot to gain my self-confidence back!

[@smurphy808]

Potato Jet! Thanks for the opportunity of winning this particular gimbal. I will be moving to japan for the next few years and my goal is to capture as much footage as possible. I’m planning to create my own KZbin channel about my experience living in japan. Good luck to everyone!

[@TheRacingChannel97]

I love you potato jet all the way from Kenya in Africa❤️❤️❤️

[@KaranjaTheCook]

Me too😂😂

[@seleniumshutter]

I’d love to get that gimbal to create a rly smooth video for Mother’s Day n I’ve got a non ibis body n no Stabilizers

[@lebron_jahamezz]

Lim Jit hi daddy

[@Runner31318]

I'd like to win the competition, because I want to make amazing cinematic shots of living in the moment, and to create memorable clips of my daughter growing up. That way I can have something that she can look back at. Love the content 😊 keep it up

[@Voxton]

This is the exact gimbal I want. I havent pulled the trigger on one due to cost but this would be a dream tool for wedding videos, school projects, and real estate.

[@samushamu7372]

im broke and i handhold old vintage lenses on a non ibis body. Stable shots only exist in my dreams. A gimbal would be really cool mr potato man

[@xxiamxx5535]

Bro go get a zhiyun crane v1. Its older but it still gets the work done.

[@LUKAMATKOVIC_]

Same with my og a7 until I finally got a used beholder ds1 for $140😂

[@chanuki2195]

I want this to "UP" my cinematic filming.

[@THEMATT222]

I love UP jokes

[@chanuki2195]

I know! Potato Jet loves it too! 😂

[@msmedia1609]

Nice to see you managed to avoid mentioning inches and sizes in this one haha great video as always, that gimbal would help me sooo much in my production work, all the best p.s. get well soon 🖤

[@danitothedance]

Hey potato! I like your energy! I'm a brand new french filmmaker, so WINNING this gimbal (Zhiyun Crane 3) will definitively help me to level up my videos with this crazy low angle shot ability!!! Wow!

[@THEMATT222]

I want that gimbal so I can film you inside the UP house when there is a storm without shaking at all!

[@JaRrYCAW]

Total respect for breaking an arm for the video, ouch.

[@NalinKhurb]

Oh no :(

[@noahmukono]

Looks like he got the phone too from how he rushed into his pocket.

[@TeikoAnimekanal]

I really want this Gimbal because my old one, the Feyutech a1000 broke a couple weeks ago.. The warranty is sadly expired and i also dont have enough money to buy me an new one. Im now in High-School and i simply dont have the time anymore to go work for things that i want. I filmed with my Sony a6500 together with the old Gimbal CMVs (ConventionMusicVideos) and my shots looked much better with a gimbal. I also was with the old Gimbal on my trip in Japan. In a couple weeks i will go on a school trip to france and it would be cool if i could film there with this awesome Gimbal! Also its simply better than my old one. I also would want it if my old one would still work haha. Nice Video, i would really appreciate it if i would win ^^

[@MomentumProductions1992]

DUDE! The Crane 3 Lab and the OneWheel - PERFECT COMBO!!! Great video brother :)

[@victorfrossard6038]

Buy Crane 3 Lab, a free 64G SD Card as a gift. www.aliexpress.com/item/32946612676.html?storeId=913837&spm=2114.12010615.8148356.2.75c4c42cKI3jCU

[@sigmundevensen3937]

The grip seems really cool. and pretty impressive specs. 4,5kg payload! damn. I would love to have a hands on. love your videos

[@camswilly616]

dont think u will read this but i really would love tht crane 3 to shoot some cool car shots trying to shoot tht handheld is a real pain btw u better stop trying to do a kickflip coz u need both of your arms to use a camera

[@prodelhidrivers]

Get well soon ❤️

[@Devxphoto]

Hey Gene! I’m a 14 filmmaker from Williston Vermont. In a cold desolate area like this having some smooth creamy B roll would be a massive help. Me and my friends create skate and ski films all the time and this would step UP the game so much for us. Everyday I binge watch your stuff, it’s really motivational for me to learn from one of the best. If I were to win this gimbal I would really try harder to make more films, try harder and increase my quality in them. I have a Nikon D5100 that has no stabilization in it at all whatsoever, when I try to get good b roll I really struggle and get sad. Right now my current setup for “smooth” b roll is to use my skateboard. But this still produces shaky images and can only be used on concrete. If I had this gimbal I could go anywhere I wanted and produce beautiful b roll all because of your kindness. I really struggle in school and all the teachers and kids say that I won’t ever make it in the film industry and that I’m wasting my life away, but I’m here to prove them wrong and be a successful filmmaker. After school for 5 days a week I will film and edit a video to get better, BEFORE I do my homework. Filmmaking means the world to me and I’m glad I can share my passion with the community that your channel provides. Maybe one day I’ll get a gimbal after I can save up enough money. I have an allowance that gets me $5 a week. At that rate it would take me 180 weeks just to be able to afford this. I want to get a job but I need to study for school and become a better filmmaker. It will always be my number one priority. No matter what goes on in my life this is the one thing I look forward to every day. I have depression from the constant stress of parents and teachers wanting me to score perfect on all the test. I tell them that I would rather watch and learn from your videos that ever study for English. If anyone is still reading this comment I would just like to thank you for going this far. Potato Jet I kindly ask you to award me this priceless device to me. Thank you so much for inspiring me everyday and getting me though some really hard times. Reply with a 👋 emoji if your still here. Sincerely, Will Devereux. 🙏🏼

[@MUDUM]

In 22 days i will be graduated architect, despite that, i'm going to continue spend all my efforts into film making. My parents will kill me unless I would soon set up strong handle of life, i mean zhiyun :/

[@MrLuckyAndrew]

I say you should do both, the more skills your have and the more you can incorporate them with each other the more value you will have and who knows, you might start a new business or industry for yourself.

[@MUDUM]

@@MrLuckyAndrew I will do my best!

[@Jayce800]

Hey, congrats on graduating!

[@hsichen2471]

Bro, you're using the Crane 3 like flying a potato jet. 三✈ Looks smooth and tasty. And the remote monitor looks really dope 😮 I want to have Zhiyun Crane 3 to shoot some music videos or short films. Watched and enjoy all your videos, and they are so creative and entertaining Can't stop watching when doing work😂😂😂

[@kiyounglee]

The top handle mode on the gimbal would definitely come in handy for different shots. I mean, of course you love shooting UP while the handle it also UP! but srsly would love to win the gimbal and use it for events and some travel stuff!

[@Dude13588]

Ever since the local music school that I teach at learned I'm into making videos video and photography they've been hiring me to take pictures of there events for the kids. With a gimbal like this I might be able to get some video work from them to and make some promos for our programs and cover the concerts we put on for the kids. They love getting to see themselves "looking like rock stars," so its been really fulfilling to put smiles on their faces and cover their shows. So, I've accidentally gotten my first paid gigs from them and I hope to keep stepping up my game for them.

[@BlakeGrigsby]

Why do I want it? I wanna get super cine-y when I walk my pup... since he is a corgi the easy low shots are super helpful.

[@joeyAdominguez]

He protecc He attacc But most importantly... The lighter gimbal saves my bacc

[@THEMATT222]

I want that gimbal so I can use the lock mode with last pass

[@adriantevin121]

Recently rented out a gimbal for the first time and it made my work so much easier. This gimbal looks like anyone who can be a pro with it. Would love to have it.

[@benferree9539]

winning that gimbal would be cool as you landing that kickflip.

[@andrewoh03]

Would love a gimble for all of my film projects and to grow as a filmmaker!

[@alexmarshall4763]

Hoping to film a few videos around New Zealand, this gimbal would take them to another level!

[@JPurvis10]

Getting a gimbal such as this one would help me out in many ways. I am new to videography and I am creating videos for Barbershop choruses to use for promoting themselves. I love singing barbershop which is why I have been singing it for over 10 years. Its an art form that many are unaware about so creating videos to showcase what it is about is a big thing I want to achieve. From gaining to new singing, to enriching music education to the youth, there is so much that can be done to make this hobby of mine even greater.

[@jonravid3234]

hello there potato!!!! international student here, defiantly could use this Gimbel :) love your channel!

[@brandonwarren6465]

3:36 That would not be a very secure question anyways. Everybody knows Gene's first Crush was Ellie, it just makes him too UPset to talk about it. I would love this gimbal so I can finally focus on buying something responsible like a house rather than other than camera equipment... or a one wheel... hmmm.

[@amandae3362]

Yeah, Gene totally would have secretly crushed on the young Ellie. lol

[@umgowa22]

Yeah most likely. I bet Young Ellie could do a kickflip no problem.

[@mattlewismedia]

I would love this crane as I’ve been looking for more equipment as an inspiring film student

[@pauluriartefilms]

I´m starting my vlogging YT Channel in August and THE CRANE WOULD BE JUST INSANE for the Broll and the videoclips I do!! Fantastic content PotetoJet, as always!!

[@quintenhazebroek18]

I'm planning for a sport documentary for both a big school project and a personal project. A gimbal would help me a lot ;) btw: still in secundairy school and have limited financial resources

[@quintenhazebroek18]

update: i've found a subject for my documentary

[@johndrg1132]

when you thought that making youtube videos is safe and easy... 11:42... OUCHH.. I saw the insta story.... Hope you recover fast.

[@ZedsTechTips]

I'd love to win that gimbal, then sell it, then buy an S9+ and with the leftover money, I'd get the FeiyuTech a1000 ☺. I'm into mobile filmmaking and don't own a camera. Hope your arm is better mate 👍

[@showcase-me]

All my work is made with the a1000, is not a bad choice, but u hit the limits of what the gimbal can do pretty quickly

[@ZedsTechTips]

@@showcase-me What are its negatives?

[@nzcastillo]

Been into photography for a year now and just started getting into videography now that I've graduated school and have more time on my hands. The Crane 3 would be an amazing tool to help up the production value of my footage!

[@BSFilms7]

I would love to get that gimbal man. Your channel has inspired me to get into filmaking and winning that gimbal would really help.

[@GOTIVITY]

I don't wanna gimbal, please don't give it to me! I wanna be your hype man;-)

[@viennguyen7167]

Oh! That looked hurt when you broke your arm. But anyway, would you make a comparison of Crane 3 Lab, Weebill Lab & Ronin S.

[@bobberyank384]

As I just ordered my EOS R this would be the PERFECT upgrade for my KZbin film making!!!! I finally broke down and am moving up from my M50. Not getting rid of the M50 though, just going to use it as my studio camera for when I am filming my work flow. And also as a backup when traveling. Yes, I am a 62 year old KZbinr. But still having fun!!

[@DancersGlobal]

Did you login to my Amazon account and see this in my cart for later purchase? hehe..No seriously, that Gimbal would be super amazing to film cinematic dance videos with. And as a bonus, you would be helping me get a higher end lens since the money wouldn't have to go towards a gimbal. See, you are a double problem solver! Great video sir. ~ Gabriel

[@KaptanKenan]

Aouchhhhh . Now you know how lefty feels🐕🐩GET WELL SOON MAN👍

[@alexmarshall6600]

Winning the gimbal would be insane, my hands are way too shakey to get smooth handheld shots lol, definitely need to work on that!

[@danielluckett4031]

If you’ve used a two handed gimbal you know how uncomfortable the pistol style grip ones can be so having that handle on the back is a genius way of keeping it compact and still having a two handed grip. Winning this gimbal would just be killer because my work doesn’t have a big budget for their filmmaking so anything I can bring of my own for them to improve the quality of work is a huge help!

[@brandonwarren8100]

4:06 Sooo was Gene going to tell us he was Snow White too? Or just keep that to himself? PS. I want the gimbal because I have been waiting for him to make a sponsored video on it so I could win it and not have to dump my wallet out at the pay counter and have the lady get annoyed while I count all the quarters.

[@RickyMarlin]

That lake is beautiful. Where dat be?!!

[@jamescody7440]

It looks like a lake I visited near Mt Fuji....??

[@kristurner9]

I was going to comment about wanting the gimbal but I'm more worried about your wrist after that last shot.... 😳

[@wreckitme]

That gimbal would be awesome for me, then all my videos would stop looking like they were filmed in a jello factory during an earthquake

[@adambear2698]

Take those stabilizers off that gimbal and pop them on your board. Could use that gimbal so I can afford to get this cone off my head.

[@alexmarshall1279]

Would love to win this gimbal! I'm only 16 and just getting into filmmaking, spent all of my money from work on getting an 80d, so don't have any left for a gimbal haha! Your videos are super helpful in upping my game.

[@spitemeta]

Same only i spent all my money on a 200D

[@romayojr]

jonathan went from being a hype man to being a bully lmao 11:38 i want to UP my film creativity if i win this gimbal.

[@SuperpowerCinematics]

Winning this gimbal would be exactly what I need for the short films I am working on, as my current gimbal is starting to fail just as I am trying to begin new projects! It would be a life saver! Awesome vid as always!

[@nyacodm5887]

i'm in the photography club in my school and i want to record the school events, so if i had the Zhiyun Crane 3 Lab I would get some incredible shots but it's just too expensive and im 12 years old so i cant make my own money

[@felixargyle2091]

Jesal Vyas i know it’s been 7 months since you Posted this comment but i think you’re better off Asking your parents for a phone that has Good Cinematic capabilities and a Zhiyun Smooth 4, I (also 12) Own an XR and A Smooth 4 and it does The job, it’s better to start off small than to start big Tbh,

[@CrawdadHunter]

I would love to win the gimball for my animal adventure channel. We are looking for some things small-ish and versatile for going out into the wild and filming. As a fellow Wilderness Explorer I know you understand what we are UP too!

[@ln7577]

Hey Gene aka potato jet, Ive been a fan of yours for a while on my other account and i just wanted to tell you, you inspired me being asian and all (the struggles are real asians in america\canada and all the stereotypes) and how you really shine and bring your personality to YT, I even opened my very own VLOG and YT channel and i just posted my very first VLOG. ITs not great but with some of your tips and reviews i purchased an m50 #cannonallthewayFsony hahaha I hope i am lucky enough to win your give away but its not a big deal. I will be checking out your online epic course on film making on my next paycheck (filmmaking\photography is an exspensive hobby) digging your film styles and your years of experience. If you have time please check out my very first vlog (channel louis ngo yoga). Keep doing your thing brotha and if your ever in the BC Vancouver area ill show all the mountains and beautiful locations just like in this VID. PEACE

[@yogawithlouis2666]

yup this account! my first vlog because of you

[@phenixcalisthenix1348]

@@yogawithlouis2666 DOPE! asian pride keep it up

[@JohnnyDQN]

nice! great

[@yogawithlouis2666]

can you also make a video on HOW TO MAKE EPIC BROLL!

[@ln7577]

@@yogawithlouis2666 yeah epic broll vid please

[@joaquinsinay9775]

Having this gimbal would give me the ability to put a whole new spin to the travel videos im shooting. I long for the buttery smooth broll and this would make that happen!

[@777oni]

I need the gimbal to stabilize my finances.. and footage..

[@GratefulMindsProductions]

i commented to but i think you needa win now

[@THEMATT222]

​@@GratefulMindsProductions , It's random, it doesn't depend on likes.

[@BertDrinksMilk]

I would love to win that gimbal and i really love this channel. Its been super helpfull and has tought be alot about all this fancy camera tech i cant afford. Im starting to get really serious about filmmaking but i dont have enough money to get a gimbal yet and if i win this one it would probably make me cry. Keep goin at those kick flips.

[@javiermendezphotography6937]

I need this in my life!!! Why? Because I'm broke. L.A. broke, you know how that is.

[@Luckyj714]

Got a couple reasons why I want it: music video shoot and military short film coming up, I often film skateboarding, and I’m headed to Europe this summer and want to get some awesome shots!

[@keitumetsewinnietsoela8883]

I will teach you how to do a slip if i win that gimbal

[@g.abiera]

hopefully i can be smoother with the ladies... :(

[@dean9504]

Naw u need the ronin s for that

[@noahmukono]

Haha Dude😄

[@Imspir3]

The OH has just hand in notice to become a full time content creator! This would be an awesome prize as an encouragement! Not sure linking username is allow but check out @sharonyws on Insta regardless ps: @genenagata as requested :)

[@alexandlianeYT]

hands down my favourite youtube camera vlog. never gets dull. ever

[@carlosjaymalinii3936]

Its 12:30 am here.. but its worth it

[@LuxnoireCollection]

I would love this gimbal! The reason why I need it: I work full time at a trucking company and I'm picking up video projects on the side so my wife doesn't have to work anymore and can stay home with my son and future children :)

[@szilardban1258]

Winning that gimbal would change my budget videography game forever. Also good luck with those kick flips.

[@paulolabayen1337]

With that gimbal I could improve my work, it's incredible. Great channel, greetings from Guatemala. 🤘🏽

[@jannejakola8601]

I would cry you a river out of joy if I got the gimbal! I'm just getting out of school and trying to launch a business dealing with both stills and video. This would be a game changer!

[@torencastle9180]

NOO!!! Ouch!!! Hope you healed fast! Would love to have this Crane 3 Lab for making movies.

[@jonasnitz7678]

I bought one and I got it today. I use a Sony FDR AX700 and it's awesome. I zoomed in max and it's totally stable. It's much better than I thought it would be. If you zoom in max on free hand it's almost impossible to get a good shot.

[@nocoolname32]

after spending a decade in the gutter as a drunk, i got sober and my new addiction is making videos of my 2, 3, 4, 14, and 17 year old. this would make capturing memories a lot smoother!!

[@serdar_k]

Dude, love your down to earth content and delivery, keep it up :)

[@TrymBraathen]

I love Zhiyun and have been looking at their gimbals for a long time, I am a young filmmaker looking to make my own company very soon and this gimbal would really help for this

[@aliruane]

I'd love one if these. Going low so fast is such a big deal. Very cool.

[@jeffshanks6132]

Recently saw this gimbal being used at a wedding and thought it was super cool! Just bought a Canon 5d and learning how to get the most out of it. Don’t break a leg!

[@zbourne]

Winning this gimble would really work with my BMPCC 4K a great deal, and you can do the kickflip we have faith in you.

[@margotvervust8362]

That gimbal would help soooo much while filming festivals! 😮 Keep up the great work!

[@EdwardGrayTheEdge]

I'm sure I would've broken a bone on that kick flip fall! I would love the gimbal for traveling, videos of live bands and occasional weddings

[@EdwardGrayTheEdge]

So apparently I was right! You did break a bone

[@MrThamanthaman]

This summer I will try to only work with filming and photography, a Crane 3 would be SWEEEEET! :D

[@monibstar]

A brother frm my workplace got this and he filmed tht awesome slow motion move from thsi Crane Lab 3 .. It is awesome...

[@Nattodayy]

I was sick, super sick during these last few shoots. Filming with a slider is the worst when you feel like crap, fatigued and no time. A gimbal would totally help me during many of my 1 person run-and-gun shoots.

[@pedrosoalves]

This is the equipment i need to finally do what i missed with my 4k footage! ;)

[@jjfire7]

Such a neat design, can't wait to get my hands on one!

[@Rawful86]

Photographer that got into a big video project and now I'm so stranded cause I ran out of money while getting all the necessary gear and still don't have gimbal. Keep on working those kickflips, you'll get it eventually :)

[@TheCrawlingband]

We would really appreciate the gimbal! As an underground band we make all our own video content, and a gimbal would up our game to the next level Keep up the good work! 🤘

[@DemetriGxC]

If I won the Gimbal I would use it as much as I can. Since I am in the Navy I would use it for cool shots not everyone gets to film such as the F35s or the Marines I get to see out at sea. Traveling is part of my job and being able to film different places would be great for my family to see since I rarely go home. A tip for landing a kickflip is don't try to flick the board. Just try to get a single or a few rotations in so you can land on the board easier. Love the videos! Your youtube inspired me to get some B roll while I was in Osaka. Thank you for your videos.

[@ericcecil6817]

I see you have constructed a new gimbal...your skills are complete.

[@tylerpryor67]

Skate videos! I remember using an old video camera that used tapes to record my friend and I skating in middle school. 😆 I really like the way the gimbal can lock each axis for transport!

[@geraldrosenau]

Starting the process of trying out wedding filmmaking. Would love to have this gimbal as a tool for that!

[@vicenteguzman8895]

Your videos have become therapy for me 😂 you're personality makes me happy so thanks for being you bro!! Also I'd use the gimbal to film creative dance videos all over the world! Always wanted one but the price is steep for my budget so fingers crossed! 😊 🤞

[@RowanToselli]

Would love the crane 3! The ability to bounce between the slow slung mode and the normal is amazing :O