Zhiyun Weebil-S still worth buying?

[@benmack]

Have you ever used/use a gimbal?

[@meriredetripsandclicks3153]

I just got this gimbal and it's nice ! Except for the keyframe motion control function on the app, it is way better on the DJI app. What monopode did you use to emulate a crane ?

[@benmack]

@@meriredetripsandclicks3153 Yeah I wish I had a little more time to jump into the software but I didnt get a chance. As for the monopod, I used an older one (but quality one) I have, very similar to this one: amzn.to/2smL2MN

[@SergeGolikov]

I got this one in April last yea, still in box, SHAME on me! Approach / avoidance conflict, you have given me the nudge 🍷 Have the DJI Pocket 2 GoPro Hero 10 Lumix S5, all with great IBIS etc, not to mention Software solutions like Resolve Studio 18, Mercali 6 But still, some moves need a gimbal to plan and execute. How do you think it will go with the S5 + SIRUI S35 Anamorphic lens? CHEERS, LIKED👍

[@benmack]

@@SergeGolikov I think it’ll work great with that combo!

[@pf4773]

Thanks for shooting a phenomenal video on the Weebill S. Your use of a skateboard, monopod, and comments at the end were objective and very helpful. I believe that for many years to come we will still need gimbals-the technology for stabilizing cameras just is not there yet. I hate more equipment but so far there is no camera on the market that can create truly smooth footage that could not be improved with a gimbal. Thanks, again!!!

[@benmack]

very kind of you. Thanks for that feedback also, means a lot!

[@brandonlovestech454]

Just got mine yesterday, I love it!

[@benmack]

Nice! It's a solid little unit hey!

[@aljeb6907]

super nice man, thank you for the review

[@kenduejones]

Great job bro 💯

[@patdinco]

keep posting dude. loving the content

[@JLBREMER]

I just bought one for my G85 today. It took me hours to figure out how to put it together and get it balanced. The instructions were garbage. If it wasn't for several videos on KZbin I wouldn't of partially figured it out. Had to take a break from it because I was getting a little angry. It seems to great though from everyone's review?? I wish the instructions were better for the modes. Ehh.. guess I'll keep playing with it. Great footage with yours !!

[@AndrewMurphyFilms]

Dope review man! I found it needed a bit of tweaking to get it smooth as i noticed the panning wasn't as smooth from default either.

[@benmack]

yeah I couldn't be bothered with tweaking it. The Ronin out of the box is much smoother. But its still a little beast!

[@swiper83]

Nice vid and review man. I use the smoove mobile phone gimbal myself. Does the job for what I need really, but I think a camera and gimbal upgrade might be on the cards in the future.

[@benmack]

Yeah nice man. I love how you do it like that. Keeps it compact. You can always add some quality in the future with a better setup

[@felixschwiderski]

Hey Ben, I've been thinking about buying this gimbal lately. The only thing that’s a problem for me, are these jerky movements while doing a parallax shot. Do you know if this is a thing you can fix by changing the settings? My ronin s does these moves perfect, but it’s too heavy for shooting with it all day long. Nice video btw. 🤙🏽

[@benmack]

Yep sure can. It's in the deadband settings. I would highly recommend it as an alternative to the Ronin S for lighter setups.

[@nilspure]

Nice review! Thanks!

[@friendlylocal3731]

After travelling with my Ronin S I'm definitely interested in something that can lock up the motors. With that feature do you feel secure to travel with this gimbal without a special case for it?

[@marclabro]

nice presentation. for a z6ii+z24-70 2.8 150g would you recommend weebil-s or dji rsc2 ?

[@jameiealehandro]

why isn't there good stabilization software available for aspc and full frame cameras ??

[@benmack]

It's getting better, but they haven't added any real good software stabilisation yet.

[@bsdgffishtuna5186]

would you still buy it in 2021? alterns?

[@benmack]

I still think it's a good gimbal! Would definitely concider it

[@thekiltedaussie152]

Can the Weebill - S also be used when shooting with phone and or action Camera - I would like to have one gimble where I can use all cameras

[@benmack]

I'd say you could, but you may need to add weight to it to stabilise

[@Michael-dx8qz]

The jerks are from the deadband settings

[@benmack]

Nice! Thanks! I didn't really have much time (or patience) to fiddle with it, I knew I could have been adjusted, but I literally had a few days with it and wanted to see how it performed pretty much out of the box. Appreciate it!

[@Michael-dx8qz]

Ben Mack took me some time to figure out on my Ronin S too, will be upgrading to this soon

[@garrysj2887]

can you share your deadband settings?

[@Michael-dx8qz]

Garry SJ I have always set it to zero, but make sure your speed is not too high otherwise every little movement will show. Setting it to zero does mean you get slight wobble if you are not that stable, but I rather have slight wobbles than sudden jerks.

[@garrysj2887]

@@Michael-dx8qz thanks man I will try it. Zhiyun also release new firmware 1.94

[@erduansokolji2636]

Moza aircross 2 or weebil s ?

[@shahpoorkhoshnoodi9148]

👌

[@stephenahearn2919]

Do you know if Weebill S supports electronic optical focus (without external motor) on Sony with lens like 18-105 zoom?

[@benmack]

Like a follow focus? Yes, it's that big circular know on the handle. You'd need the additional motor for it also though.

[@stephenahearn2919]

@@benmack No I meant being able to directly use zoom via the gimble without the add on (flaky) motor. Ronin Sc will do with certain Sony power zoom lenses but it appears that Zhiyun does not have good integration with Sony cameras

[@benmack]

Oh I get you, so you mean more for zooming without touching the lens? like for a smooth dolly zoom? I'm not actually sure. I doubt it though

[@tuxilla1]

@@benmack I suspect that this may work at some point if they can get better integration with Sony. As I mentioned this works great on Ronin SC. Too bad the Ronin cant handle heavier loads :-)

[@markwilson8118]

Way to much money

[@benmack]

There's not much else out there with better value though unfortunately.

[@Sambo111]

music so load and annoying

[@benmack]

you're welcome