Top 5 Best Gimbals for DSLR & Mirrorless Cameras on the market in 2020 - Kunwar Lab

My top 5 Gimbal Recommendation for all the types of video shooters and Filmmakers for 2020

• Zhiyun Weebill S 
• DJI Ronin S or Ronin SC
• Feiyutech AK4500
• Zhiyun Crane 3 Lab
• Moza Air 2

1. Zhiyun Weebill S

This is one of the best gimbals on the market right now. This gimbal is released at the end of 2019 and one of the latest gimbal on this list which means one paper It's going to have new and advanced features. The WEEBILL-S is designed for mainstream mirrorless and DSLR cameras. It has decent load capacity and most importantly, unlike the DJI ronin sc It has long-distance between you camera eyecap and the motors so you can use any movement without worrying about anything.

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The WEEBILL-S features an upgraded algorithm, stronger motors, an intelligent ViaTouch 2.0 system, as well as an optional ultra-low latency HD image transmission module. The WEEBILL-S is a nice compact size and it folds down so it takes up very little space in a bag which is good for traveling. It’s also very lightweight and small which is perfect for a small mirrorless camera like Sony a7 series, Nikon z series, and Canon EOS R cameras.

One of the downsides of the original Weebill Lab was its inability to balance heavier lenses. While we managed to balance the Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 G Master on it, it often felt like we were maxing out the gimbal’s power. We were also unable to activate Vortex Mode properly with the same camera-lens combi without removing the eyecup.

With the brand new Weebill-S, balancing the Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 G Master feels much steadier and the overall experience feels more responsive. Now you can even balance the heavier set-up of the Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master on it very easily without removing the eyecup.

2. DJI Ronin S or Ronin SC

DJI just released the DJI Ronin S couple of months ago which is one of the best gimble for heavy cameras like Canon 1DX mark iii and It has maximum load capacity 3.6 kg which is insane you can pun any DSLR camera on this gimbal with any lens and the motors are also very strong but the downside is It's very heavy and It's doesn't have locking mechanism just like on the Ronin SC and the Price is also higher too.

After some time DJI released the successor of the Ronin S which is the DJI Ronin-S Compact (SC), a single-handed three-axis gimbal designed for popular mirrorless cameras. The Ronin-SC offers a highly compact design, high-grade materials and advanced technology to open the world of creative possibilities for users capturing videos and photographs just like the It's bigger brother Ronin S.

The Ronin-SC was created to be portable and travel-friendly, weighing 1.1kg – 41% lighter and 38% smaller than the Ronin-S – and can be taken apart to easily fit into backpacks and cases.

The reduced weight makes the Ronin-SC not only easily transportable but aids in reducing fatigue when using it on the extended photo and video shoots.  The major part of deciding which system will work best for you is their camera compatibility and payload capacity and the price also. so you decide which one is fit for your workflow.

3. Feiyutech AK4500

Feiyutech who already has a proven track record with the Ak4000 has announced the lightweight and powerful AK4500. This new gimbal stabilizer is one of the lightest available for DSLR. Machined from ultra-light space-grade alum alloy and carbon fiber the build and materials give the AK4500 a stylish look.

Weighing in at just 1.6kg the AK4500 is light even when compared with the DJI Ronin-S at 1.87kg and Zhiyun Crane 3 at 1.87kg. Despite the weight, this gimbal has a robust set of motors that enable a max payload of 4.6kg. This payload outperforms the Ronin-S at 3.6kg and Crane 3 at 4.5kg.

The AK4500 builds on the feature set of the AK4000 with faster response time and smoother control. However useful these gimbal stabilizers are there’s always the issue of flexibility, transportation, and size. The AK4500 enables a series of angles and possibilities and features torque motor lock button design that can be used to lock 3-axis during leveling. The design also sees a detachable handle which enables the gimbal to pack down small into your kit bag for easy transportation.

Another feature that instantly stands out is the double layer quick loading board design that meets the specifications of Manfrotto's fast-load and ARCA. As with the AK2000 and AK4000, the AK4500 is equipped with an LCD touch panel; through this, you can adjust focus, zoom adjust sensitivity, white balance, and other settings.

This is all made possible by the auxiliary expansion interface that features 3 multifunctional USB ports, follow focus kit, audio ports, and remote control. A new phone attachment makes it easier to connect your smartphone, which is a handy feature.

3. Zhiyun Crane 3 Lab

The Zhiyun Crane 3 LAB is a professional grade camera stabilizer. It has a load capacity of up to 10 lbs (4.5kg) and can carry a mirrorless, DSLR or small cinema camera. The Zhiyun-Tech CRANE 3 LAB takes gimbal design in a different direction with the addition of a handle on top. With an included mini tripod attached on the bottom and this fixed, ergonomic handle on top, the CRANE 3 LAB can be used two-handed for optimal stability.

Moreover, the handle enables you to seamlessly switch to underslung mode, whether with one or two hands and achieve creative shots such as 360° roll shots as you move closer toward a subject. In addition to this innovative design, the CRANE 3 LAB also packs other advanced features, such as wireless video transmission, and provides the ability to stabilize up to 10 lb loads.

The CRANE 3 LAB supports two optional servos at the same time for focus and zoom control directly from the handwheel on the side. At the same time, all the other controls you need are provided at your fingertips at the top of the handle along with an OLED status screen. Additionally, the included ZY PLAY iOS/Android app (free download) provides many of the same control functions as well as special features such as panorama, focus time-lapse, motion time-lapse, long exposure time-lapse, camera settings, and more.

Features 

• The gimbal includes a micro-USB cable and a Type-C adapter that enables control of your camera's functions and supports the 1080p video.
• The gimbal can transmit the camera's output video, up to 1080p, to a mobile device running the free app.
• The app will allow you to control the parameters of most cameras while controlling the gimbal and supporting the following:
• Smartphone monitor
• HDMI image transmission (high-resolution)
• G-Mode motion control (mimic joystick)
• Time-lapse
• Motion-lapse
• Auto-follow object mode
• Adjust camera exposure values (ISO, white balance, framing, etc.)
• Two channels for focus and zoom control

5. Moza Air 2

MOZA Air 2 is a motorized gimbal stabilizer designed and developed for professional filmmakers. Featuring the 4.2kg (9lbs) payload capacity with 16-hour long working time, Smart Time-lapse, 8 Follow Modes, “4-Axis”, Intelligent Operations, Compact Design, and the entire MOZA Ecosystem including iFOCUS (Intelligent Wireless Follow Focus system) and multifunctional Camera Backpack, all your visual creative can be captured with the MOZA Air 2.

Finally, the controls were, quite frankly, smooth like butter and straightforward. With all manner of fantastic modes for time-lapses, sports panning, and even an “Inception Mode”, all controlled through the MOZA App.

Features

• Max payload: 4.2KG
• 16 Hour battery life
• Gimbal Weight 1.6kg
• 4-Axis and 8 Follow Modes
• OLED information display
• 12 physical buttons
• Smart Time-lapse | Intuitive controls
• Auto-tuning for Optimal Performance

MOZA Air 2 includes a newly designed versatile and adaptable modular ecosystem to allow filmmakers to operate in whatever way is most productive for them. This means you can use the MOZA thumb controller, iFOCUS, camera cage, camera backpack, dual handle to distribute control of gimbal pointing, FIZ and camera controls in whatever way makes sense for your shot.

The extremely portable, durable and strong backpack provides easy transportation. It can not only hold the gimbal with 3-axis in any position but can also hold a complete set of photographic equipment to meet all your needs.