ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S TUTORIAL Easy Guide to Setup and Balance

[@TeenyWeeny]

Can you show a balance for this gimbal in portrait? I have a hard time keeping mine in balance while in portrait.

[@orensquash]

is smooth 5s works with filmic legacy apps? and can it handle a pro max + moments lens well? because when i sum it up manualy, its exceed max payload of the gimbal.. Thanks!

[@kennymartin9125]

Hi may I ask what lense are using that shown in this video? Thanks!

[@Arvid-ls7nu]

Thanks for a very helpful video! One question, can you use the Zhiyun smooth 5s (and OM6?) with other camera apps like the moment camera app or the blackmagic camera app? Would very much appreciate your answer!

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

Thanks! Sure you can, you might loose some of the button controls, but that doesn't matter. I ALWAYS use the gimbals with the native camera app or a third party app that is NOT from the gimbal manufacturer

[@Arvid-ls7nu]

@@smartphonefilmmakingpro Perfect! Thank you for your answer!

[@janriccimunoz658]

Hi, would the gimble be able to support an iPhone 12 Pro Max with a case?

[@hebehe462]

Support, as long as the case isn't too big. This is its compatibility list for your reference: zhiyun-website-shenzhen.oss-cn-shenzhen.aliyuncs.com/instruction/20230710/1688975781741-n4zsDym4.pdf

[@SlickEvader]

Yes

[@MikeTOTzzz]

It depends what case you use. I always use it without any cases.

[@Musicsoundsbetterwithyou17]

Smooth video sir. Very easy to understand and articulated content. I have a question I want to film Gym vlogs with anamorphic lens and moment filters which phone should I buy 14 Pro or 14 pro max for vlogging. Also would I be able to mount rode wireless go 2 to Smooth 5s. Thank you for simple and amazing content.

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

thanks! the 14 pro and 14 pro max are the same phones just different size - pick what you prefer. With regards to shooting on a gimbal, the smaller and lighter the phone the easier it is to balance

[@brittanymaddox2680]

could you do a video on how to balance in portrait mode? also have you touched on not using the app to film?

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

There‘s a video about that on my channel.. with the smooth 5

[@alsaciavasile4685]

Hi! Can it be used with an iPhone 13 Pro Max in portrait mode? I think it’s not enough space

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

Sure

[@simonfarrugia4180]

Great vid thanks. Just a small question, is that filter mount the one from Moment? Does it fit well on the 14 pro?

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

Yes it does

[@יונתןזוהר]

Can you connect the Zhiyun smooth 5s to a regular tripod? if yes then how?

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

it has a 1/4 screw at the bottom - just attach it to anything you want :)

[@watermusic4381]

Does this work with a basic Samsung S22??

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

sure

[@jimcoon]

Is it possible to use this gimbal in vertical mode with an ND filter? If not, how do I shoot vertical video outside using manual control? Thank you so much for all your great videos!!

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

yes, that works

[@Casadealphaville]

hi, i from Brazil, i need help. balanced six steps calibration, positions of gimbal is very dificult. do use calibrations in 6 steps, used software Zhiun gimbal tools

[@HellenLee-yz2oj]

When you do six-side calibration, you need to put gimbal on a flat surface and keep the motor stationary during each side calibration.

[@Fahad-s4h4r]

Which Mic You are using and how to connect mic with gimbal

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

DJI Mic, just plug it in and ready to go

[@TuttoTube23]

after your review i bought the Smooth 5s but .... OPPO FIND X3 PRO is not compatible (even if it says it is) because in vertical mode it can be balanced perfectly only if you slide the phone down a lot and that way it touches the gimbal. Any suggestion?

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

just leave it further up and turn it on - should still work just fine

[@jeffreybrown4751]

I noticed the ZY Cami app has a 1.9 rating with lots of unhappy users. Can you shed some light on the app and it’s function? Possibly look at the reviews with the most recent first. The gimbal seems perfect but the app is keeping me from making a purchase.

[@malcolm4k270]

Damn 11 months still no answer..

[@_amee_r_ali_]

Is in this gimbal affordable for gopro also?

[@MikeTOTzzz]

I don't think it can hold the gopro.

[@allstarbury]

So this is this gimbal which will handle nd filter for too much sun light and also anti reflection .But i dont know if this reflection are only from iphone .

[@Tris_Mx]

Is it compatible with iPad Mini 6?

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

no, but the camera of the iPhone is better anyways

[@tszleung]

How about work with moment Pro camera app?

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

Works. I‘ve used that before. You just wont get tracking features etc

[@tszleung]

@@smartphonefilmmakingpro Thank you

[@TravelGarda]

thank you, I managed with your video to balance my gimbal

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

Brilliant 👍👍

[@apratim1919]

Why does no one sets up in the vertical mode :) ? Is it not possible ?

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

Sure works no problem

[@llems1484]

Will this work with Iphone 14 pro max? Thanks.

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

Sure!

[@llems1484]

@@smartphonefilmmakingpro sorry, iphone 14 pro max with added lens filter such as anamorphic. can it handle the load? thanks in advance.

[@JasmineHuang-rt8vm]

@@llems1484 The compatible smartphone Weight of the 5S is 150g~300g.

[@gatesthesound3756]

Great Video!

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@RuzdyRuzzell]

i enjoyed your video. It was very helpful. I defiantly subscribed as well.

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

thanks! Glad to have you

[@chojnackibartosz]

What is the battery life with two lights added?

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

i have not tested it in laboratory conditions - but it will last a shooting day easily.. at least for me

[@MrMonk330]

My white combo is waiting to be shipped, unfortunately they said end of the month because they are so popular.. can’t wait.! Great video as always.! Stay Dope Bro!

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

Fingers crossed! Thanks!

[@m-618]

I'm not getting the verification code in time. Is there another way to create the account?

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

please reach out to their support

[@livinginnorthcarolina181]

thank you fantastic video

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@VinhLe-gc8ws]

Why can't I rotate it after I unlock it, the phone mount wont roate and is locked?

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

Probably it‘s not unlocked if you can‘t rotate it

[@lbustamantemx]

I recently bought this gimbal, I install my cell and balance it, I turn it on. Then it starts to vibrate quite a lot... Am I doing something wrong? Or is it a defect in my gimbal?

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

probably you are doing something wrong.. have you made sure that this one "arm" is facing yourself? I had many people tell me their gimbal didn't work.. most of the time that was the mistake

[@TechFit360]

That's Awesome!

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

thanks a lot!

[@djmagicalartist]

Zhiyun SMOOTH-5 vs 5s? cant decide

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

I thin the smooth 5 is a pretty solid choice still!

[@sosaniatomlinson5768]

Can you do a comparison of both the smooth 5 and the smooth 5s is it worth the upgrade?

[@MindstalkerMedia]

I can´t help it but I keep hearing Arnold Schwarzenegger, lol. This is so funny...great review though!

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

Well, thanks for that I guess

[@motioncaptures2312]

My smoot5 never dropped 😭 now the 5s is up!

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

Wish you lots of fun with it 🚀

[@issakhanhemat8882]

🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@leiwin]

Keep rotating I already did balance but still

[@HellenLee-yz2oj]

You may contact the ZHIYUN online support for further help.

[@omeryang656]

Darn no vertical example

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

it's the same thing, you just spin it 90 degrees

[@shmuelmaloof4448]

Tried the method but didnt work The gimbal requiers EIS (Electronic Image Stabilization) to mantain trully balanced look But it makes no sense, because at that point why use the gimbal??? Other video tests just confirmed the gimbal is no good with out EIS kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3icqoV6eM2mja8 I have my own video to prove it and see how other tutorial show the wobles before the EIS kicks in the Zhyun app and the the native camara app... So its all a lie and false advertisement Its not acceptable Its not really stable... Not really No like the old ones, like the Smooth 4 Im disapointed and I really hate how no one talks about this.

[@DianaPolo_Realtor]

I hate this gimbal with passion. It's been over a year since I bought it and I still cannot use it. I have Ricoh Theta for Matterport tours, I have DJI Air2 for drone photos and I am totally comfortable with those. No matter how many videos I watched, and how much time I spent trying to learn it, I could never make it work the way expected. The multitude of functions assigned to the same buttons is massively confusing. When switching between modes, the light indicator is so tiny that I would need a magnifying glass to tell what mode is on. It disconnects constantly even the firmware is updated and the battery is charged. It drains the phone battery super quickly. I told my son about it and his response was "I told you to get DJI but you didn't listen". Not promoting DJI on here. I spent money on this gimbal, so much time wasted watching tons of videos to learn and all for nothing. I am at the point of cutting my losses and going a different route.

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

sorry to hear that! I never had any issues with it! WHat phone do you use?

[@BarbaraNakanwagi]

Vbb

[@rabin_john]

Nice video. But the instructions seem to be different on the official Zhiyun Smooth 5s balancing video on their youtube channel, so i am confused as to which one to follow : kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGLFamB-r7KSpqM I just want to make sure that I don't stress the motors much and that i get maximum battery life.

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

Use the one the works better for you, doing it this way has worked well for me :)

[@FotoServiciosPty]

How I wish it was actually any good. Sadly you need to keep the Electronic Image stabilization for the video to look decent because companies are cutting corners and doing terrible gimbals. Im really disappointed and even more disappointed in the fact that youtubers dont mention this. kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3icqoV6eM2mja8 This is not acceptable. I shouldnt have to crop my videos with EIS for your gimbals to be usable.

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

What kind of smartphone are you using?

[@FotoServiciosPty]

@@smartphonefilmmakingpro Ive tried google pixel, Samsung A52, Samsung S23, Iphone 13 Pro Max. Its all the same. You must activate the Image stabilization to get a decent result. Otherwise you wont get any usable video. Tried with the case, with out the case, microadjusted as much as I could. But nothing. Its not just the Smooth 5, its all the new ones as well. Its absurd how they expect us to use EIS to get somewhat stable video, by sacrificing part of the resolution, when we are paying them almost $200 Dolars for that exact purpuse.... It doesnt even mantain the horizon sraight. And some phones that have good, but not amazing EIS, you can still see some wobles. IT JUST DOESNT MAKE SENSE Im really anoyed and even more anoyed at the fact that you can barely see anyone talk about it. All you see is youtubers say how amazing the stabilization is.... BUT ITS NOOOOOT XD Its not good at all...

[@FotoServiciosPty]

​@@smartphonefilmmakingpro Ive tried many and Ive seen people use other phones. Its with in the gimbals weight limit parameters. Its simply does not give any usable video unless you activate the EIS and get a that crop. Its not really acceptable, considering we are paying almost $200 for something that doesnt do its job right. Its like buying a bike that is jumpy even on smooth ground because our legs can even out the bumps and maintain the body leveled, but you can never really sit on it. It just makes no sense.

[@Burritosarebetterthantacos]

The app is absolute garbage. Wish I knew before my return window ended!

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

Or you use a different app