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The Zhiyun Weebill-S is a compact gimbal that supports both DSLR and mirrorless cameras
Should I buy the Zhiyun Weebill-S?
Expert's Rating:
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recommended
Pros
DSLR & mirrorless support
Compact
On-device controls
Cons
Stiff balance adjustment
Poor instructions
Confusing button layout
Our Verdict
If you need a portable gimbal for light professional filming with a DSLR - or, perhaps more likely, to step up the quality of your hobbyist filming or YouTubing - the Weebill-S is a solid shout.
Price when reviewed
Zhiyun Weebill-S full review
The Weebill-S is a pretty simple proposition: a fully featured gimbal that can handle either DSLRs or mirrorless cameras, but features a compact, lightweight(ish) design that avoids as much bulk as possible.
This isn’t the gimbal for you if you want something to stabilise your phone photography, but if you’ve got a ‘proper’ camera and want to expand your video options there aren’t many better options.
Design and build
This is above all where the Weebill-S triumphs, with a design that’s compact, portable, and yet still feature-rich.
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The gimbal includes locks for each of the three axis for individual calibration and tuning, with a two-part quick release plate for the camera that’s easy to remove and compatible with other tripod systems in case you need to move from one platform to another.
It’s a little fiddlier to remove the plate entirely from the camera - there are three screws to deal with along the way - but it’s painless in terms of moving the camera on and off the gimbal itself on the fly.
Calibration and balancing is relatively simple - though not helped much by the rather cryptic included instructions - though a few of the calibration points can be a little stiff, making fine-tuning occasionally tricky. Otherwise build quality is top notch though - a necessity if you’re going to trust a several-grand camera to it - and this feels as sturdy and reliable as you’d need it to be.
The tripod base feels sturdy and secure, and you have the option of attaching it below the gimbal for a traditional upright mode, or at an angle on the rear in a sling mode.
The trigger shaped main handle includes the battery compartment, basic controls, menu for changing on-device settings, a scroll wheel that controls the optional zoom-and-focus attachment, and a small monochrome display.
At 895g the Weebill-S is also lightweight by DSLR gimbal standards, though once you’ve slapped a big camera in there you will still begin to feel the burn as you sling it around. That’s especially true if you have a large lens on too, as this supports some fairly hefty camera/lens combos.
Obviously the weight is less of an issue if you use a mirrorless camera, but if you’re using a mirrorless then you honestly might be better off with Zhiyun’s own Crane M2, which is designed for mirrorlesses, smartphones, and action cameras. It’s cheaper and lighter, but the lack of DSLR support makes it less useful for professional work.
Features and performance
So the Weebill-S is well-built, but what does it let you do? For starters, you get six shooting modes: the standard PF, F, and L, along with Go, Vortex, and POV. That gives you plenty of options for whatever you’re filming, with just about every possible combination of locked and open axis available.
To make it easier to switch modes on the fly they’re dotted around between different buttons on the handle a toggle for PF and L, a trigger for Go, a dedicated POV button… It saves you from cycling through the modes one by one, but will mean you have to memorise which button does what if you want to change quickly as you go, especially since the mix of buttons, toggles, and triggers is maddeningly inconsistent.
That’s fairly typical for recent Zhiyun gimbals, but what’s more impressive is tucked behind the mini OLED display on the Weebill-S. As before this gives you access to on-device controls, but now there are perhaps more than ever.
You can adjust motor strength (with a great auto tuning option), follow speed, smoothness, deadbanding for each axis individually, and more. If you prefer you can also tune all of this through Zhiyun’s app, as before, but now it’s far quicker to tweak things without faffing about with your phone first.
Zhiyun suggests a battery life of about 14 hours with the included rechargeable Li-ion batteries. This will of course vary depending on the weight of your camera - and how well you balance it during setup. You also have the option to use the gimbal to keep your camera charged up, but of course this will drain the gimbal faster in turn.
A second battery compartment is included (though not the second set of batteries) to make it easier to swap things out on the fly, so you can keep shooting with minimal interruption.
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Then there are all the accessories. The one you’ll probably want is the focus/zoom controller, which lets you use the dial on the Weebill’s handle to adjust the camera’s focus/zoom, as you might guess. It works, and works well, though the included USB-C cable to power it is only juuuuuust long enough to stretch round a DSLR, and depending on the camera I fear it might not make it at all.
The TransMount Image Transmission Module is a little more exciting. It can sync 1080@30 video up to 100m, to up to three devices simultaneously, for live monitoring complete with zebra stripes, histograms, reference lines and more.
The separate phone mount then lets you mount your phone to the gimbal, and when paired with the Image Transmission Module you can use your phone both as a monitor screen, and a full controller for the gimbal.
Price
Buying all that kit stretches the price up, but at £369/$439 the base price for the Weebill-S isn’t bad at all for what you’re getting: a fully featured professional gimbal that’s compact, lightweight, and versatile enough to handle mirrorless cameras and most DSLRs.
It comfortably undercuts the £459/$559 DJI Ronin S - the closest comparable rival - making it a relatively affordable option.
Verdict
If you need a portable gimbal for light professional filming with a DSLR - or, perhaps more likely, to step up the quality of your hobbyist filming or YouTubing - the Weebill-S is a solid shout.
At just under a kilo it’s still a hefty piece of kit, but lighter than most alternatives that will handle a DSLR, and it’s packed with smart touches that make it quicker, easier, and more convenient to use.
A few minor design irritations hold the Weebill-S back from full marks, but otherwise it’s easy to recommend.
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SmallRig has a range of new accessories for the Zhiyun Crane 3S gimbal. These include a Mounting Clamp, a Mounting Plate, and a Baseplate.
All of the accessories have been designed to be as lightweight as possible.
SmallRig Mounting Clamp for Zhiyun Crane 3S Handheld Stabilizer
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The SmallRig Mounting Clamp allows you to add accessories to your gimbal.
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The clamp locks onto the neck of Crane 3S through the use of two captive m4 screws.
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The clamp has a maximum payload capacity of 15kg (33lb), yet it only weighs 115g (4oz).
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The Mounting clamp features multiple 1/4″-20 threaded holes and ARRI 3/8″-16 threads which makes it easy to mount a wide range of accessories, such as the separately available Magic Arm and Cold Shoe. By doing this you can add attachments such as a monitor, light, or microphone.
Each side incorporates a NATO Rail that allows for quick-release accessories such as the Magic Arm and NATO Handle.
The interior of the clamp features rubber pads so your Crane 3S won’t get scratched.
The Mounting Clamp is available to pre-order for $24.90 USD. It will start shipping on June 7th.
SmallRig Mounting Plate for Zhiyun Crane 3S Handheld Stabilizer
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The SmallRig Mounting Plate, just like the Mounting Clamp, allows you to place accessories on your Crane 3S.
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The Mounting Plate locks onto the gimbal through a captive 3/8”-16 screw and two locating pins to prevent it from twisting.
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It features multiple 1/4″-20 threaded holes and ARRI 3/8″-16 threads that enable you to mount a wide range of accessories, such as the separately sold Magic Arm and Cold Shoe.
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The plate is compatible with Zhiyun’s original sling handle adapter and SmallRig Sling Handle. The interior of the plate features rubber padding so it doesn’t scratch or damage your gimbal.
The Mounting Plate is available to pre-order for $13.90 USD. It will start shipping on June 7th.
SmallRig Baseplate for Zhiyun Crane 3S Handheld Stabilizer
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The SmallRig Baseplate allows you to add accessories to the bottom of Crane 3S gimbal.
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This baseplate attaches to the bottom of the stabilizer with a captive 3/8”-16 screw and two locating pins to prevent twisting.
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Just like the other products listed, it features multiple 1/4″-20 threaded holes and ARRI 3/8″-16 threads for mounting accessories.
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You can also attach the Top Handle to hold your gimbal upside-down or to attach an Easyrig. The plate is compatible with Zhiyun’s original tripod.
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It is available to pre-order for $13.90 USD and it will start shipping on the 7th of June.
There are many different aspects of ornament to consider when building an underwater scene in your aquarium. Remember, you are creating a complete world for your fish. This is a three-dimensional space where your pets can eat, breathe, sleep, hide and play.
Guide to Fish Tank Decorating
So where do you start? It is best to start from the bottom.
The first thing to decide is what to put in the bottom of the tank. There are so many substances to choose from. Grit is the most commonly used tropical tank to decorate the bottom. It is easy to clean and if you need to fix some plants, it has a little weight. Gravel comes in many different colors and textures to match your landscape with whatever you can choose. Adding larger river stones or marble can add aesthetics and increase the size of plain gravel.
Once the substrate is selected, it's time to start looking for the perfect background. Some are flat, some are placed behind the aquarium and some are three-dimensional, placed inside the glass behind the aquarium. The purpose of both is to hide the unsightly water filter hanging behind the water tank. Whether you decide to choose a filter is more a matter of preference. For your aquatic life, it is recommended that you place one. But keep in mind that landscapes hanging in the water should be added to your aquarium cleaning task list.
The next step in fish tank ornaments is the fun part, and choosing one or two dramatic ornaments will be the focus of your entire underwater scene. No matter what it looks like, fish will love it, but make sure it has enough hiding place. These aquarium ornaments can be almost anything, sunken ships, hollowed logs, caves, castles or houses, and many more. Be sure to pay close attention to the size of these trim pieces to match your fish and tank. You need to have enough space for the fish to hide underneath, as well as enough space for your pet to swim freely on it. Once you have selected a large accessory, you can continue to look for small accessories.
Auxiliary ornaments can be useful features that are added to your tank for specific uses. If you have some live fish that need more oxygen, you can look for rivers and bridges underwater or bubbling treasure chests. These ornaments often require air pumps to drive them and can replace ordinary old air stones. Some fish seem to be happy when swimming in turbulent currents, which is a great way to provide them. Another functional ornament is the diving light ornament. This type of ornament provides a soft glow in the aquarium, just as seen in aquarium hoods without strong, bright light. These glowing features usually have different colors to enhance the hue of the tank.
The final step in aquarium ornament is choosing the right plants. This is the last touch of personality and color in your aquarium. Decide if you want many plants or just some. If you plan to keep larger fish, it's best to use only a few because they will rearrange what they can move. If you are raising small fish, you may need more plants so that the tank will look fuller. Then you need to decide whether you want to use real or plastic plants. Similarly, the bigger the fish, you should choose a more durable plastic plant. If you have smaller fish, it doesn't matter which one you choose, because they won't hurt real or fake plants.
Once you have selected all the fish tank ornaments, you may need to rearrange it a few times before it is absolutely perfect. Just keep trying until you get it right and your fish will like you for it.
Choose the Perfect Fish Tank Decoration
To choose the perfect fish tank decorations, evaluate it yourself. Your fish tank decoration should help bring your imagination to life-themes and contrasts and perfect color combinations.
First determine a theme or a certain color, this is the basic step to achieve your ultimate goal and create a beautiful and fun home for your fish. When buying aquarium accessories, keep in mind the kind of fish you want. What do you think makes them feel comfortable or stressed? By studying the natural habitat of fish, you can design decorations based on their benefits to fish.
If you have a lot of bright colors in your tank, consider choosing brightly colored fish, as these colors automatically complement each other.
Be careful not to use sharp-edged decorations as they may hurt your fish. It is also wise not to use too many large fish tank decorations because your fish usually hides behind them and it is difficult to see your fish. One or two large decorations are sufficient, depending on the size of the tank. Always clean any new decorations you put in your fish tank. You can usually rinse them off with boiling water and a toothbrush.
You also don't want too many decorations in a fish tank, because it will clutter your fish tank. With the right combination of fish tank accessories, you can turn your fish tank into a classic masterpiece.
Remember, no matter which theme, color, or fish you choose, if you follow the instructions and take the advice and tricks, you will have a rather unique design created underwater to reflect on you and to your guests, and your friends, Very relaxing and living space. Aquarium decorations are very beneficial for your fish because most of your fish will want to feel safe. With the fish tank decoration, they know that there are places to hide or play, and they feel satisfied.
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If you want your fish to grow healthily and vigorously, good fish feed is indispensable. So, do you know what common ornamental fish feeds are? Animal feed, plant feed, artificial compound feed, etc. are common fish feeds. How do you choose ornamental fish feed? Good fish food is added with natural astaxanthin, without spraying oil, and has a strong smell of fish and shrimp.
What are the common ornamental fish feeds
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Animal feed is mainly fresh feed and fish meal, dried fish and insects, meat meal, fish meat, egg yolks, nauplii shrimp, juvenile earthworms (nematodes), juvenile shrimp, rotifers, "tadpoles", yellow mealworm larvae, Silkworm pupae, blood worms, etc.
Plant-based feeds include various algae, cereals, leguminous ground products or finished products. For example, chlorella, spirulina, and barberry are rich in protein, and also contain various vitamins and trace elements. They are auxiliary feeds for freshwater ornamental fish.
The artificial feed has the characteristics of convenient use, comprehensive nutrition, easy preservation, and feeding. This kind of feed has various types such as pellets and flakes, as well as special feeds specially designed for some specific ornamental fish tastes and nutritional ratios. Artificial feed not only contains a large amount of protein but also generally adds a variety of microbial live bacteria, providing a benign micro-ecological cycle, with good absorption and environmental protection effects.
The main animal raw materials of artificial compound feed are fish meal, blood meal, liver meal, dried noodles, dried wire earthworms, skim milk powder, yeast, etc., and plant-derived materials are wheat flour, cereal flour, spirulina, bean flour and so on.
In actual breeding, the feed can be self-matched, can be supplied for a long time, and can be used alone with fish and insects. The self-made feed can add vitamins or antibiotic drugs to prevent and cure diseases, which has many advantages. For example, the "bull heart burger" that colorful angelfish loves to eat can be self-made. The main ingredients are beef heart, shrimp, vegetables, multivitamins, etc., which are broken and mixed with a meat grinder, and cut into pieces when used. It can also be frozen for a short time. "Bull heart burger" type self-made feed has become the staple food of colorful angelfish.
How to choose an ornamental fish feed
In the process of making ornamental fish feed, some pigments will be added to meet the existing consumer habits, so that the appearance of the feed will look brighter and more attractive. In fact, the addition of these pigments has little to do with increasing the body's redness of the fish. These pigments only increase the ornamental of fish food. Of course, some fish also consider color as food. High-quality feed formula + astaxanthin + special process are the factors that have a bearing on the color of the fish. At present, there are two cases of pigments added to the commercially available ornamental fish feed.
Many aquarists like fish foods that increase colorfast. It is wrong to think that the faster the color increase effect, the better or slower the better. It is wrong to add natural astaxanthin to good fish foods. Slow red is the best for 2-4 weeks. The most beneficial.
Many aquarists like oily-looking fish food, and feel that oily and bright fish have a special appetite for fish. It is true that many feeds have an oil spraying process in the production process. The purpose is to improve the brightness of the feed and improve Attractively, but it is also harmful to fish. The international export standard of fish food is strictly prohibited from spraying oil. Good fish food should also eat fish without spraying oil.
Good fish food should have a strong smell of fish and shrimp. Poor fish food often has very little or no smell. Everyone should know that (some companies add antibiotic drugs (such as allicin) to their products, so the feed has drugs. (Smell.) In order to explain that their products have a large content of fishmeal, some fish flavors, such as fishy treasure and fish flavor, are added to make them fake. Such products generally have a strong fish aroma. For example, after soaking in water for a period of time, the fish and shrimp flavor disappears or fades.
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The Advantages Of Rapier Loom Machines are as fpllow:
Rigid rapier loom weft insertion system is one of the biggest advantages which is the positive transfer weft yarn to weave mouth center without any guide device, the rigid rapier loom cover an small area, mainly is the reed space width has certain limits.
The flexible rapier loom weft insertion system has a strong adaptability, wide application range, a significant increase in weft insertion rate, and 460cm of reed width.
The last 15 years of the 20th century, the electronic computer is introduced into the loom, microelectronic CAD and CAM system is widely used in microelectronics technology, information technology and weaving technology to form a perfect combination, the combination of many electronic devices and systems and loom as part of the rapier loom, especially the wide application of microelectronic technology on rapier loom, including technology of weft insertion. Some weft elements are greatly improved, smaland light.
Because of the widespread application of microelectronic technology, the speed of rapier loom and the rate of weft are greatly improved. In various weft methods, such as the insertion of the shuttle, the weft insertion, the jet insertion and the weft insertion system, the weft insertion speed of the rapier is also very high. In the 50 years since the 20th century, the rapier looms have made remarkable progress. In 1995, at the Paris exhibition of Milan in 1999, the rapier looms were presented to the world with the latest high-tech rapier looms.
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Description of 12 Inch Butterfly Valve:
Most of ZECO 12 butterfly valves operated by hand-wheel, wrench and handles, pay attention to the operation speed, neither too fast nor too slow, and exert force at proper position. End position is vital important to valve performance. In Close position, ball shall be at right position to seat. The closure parts of the valve seat so close to the campaign and leave the valve seat, the valve sealing performance depends in part on the relative pieces of stem-driven closure of the valve seat to remain sealed and the resulting mechanical force. If the role of a particular incident in the direction of the closure of the closure of the pressure to close the case up from the seat, and that this power is essential. Most of the internal closure of the sliding piece in the valve seat does not rely on force stem seals, but this type of valve position to close the right thing or not is very important. In some cases, when the closure parts close to the final closed position, the driving force needed to close the case may be greatly increased, to reach the required position has been shut down parts of an auxiliary compression. Close cases are not accessible or not stopped in the customs location will have a seal leak and damage. Butterfly Valves requires right position to guarantee sealing. When the indicator shows Close position, movement shall be stopped. If you want to know the 12 inch butterfly valve price, please contact us.
Features of 12 Inch Butterfly Valve:
Material of 12 Inch Butterfly Valve:
No | Part | Material |
1 | Body | ASTM A216 WCB + 13Cr |
2 | Seal Ring | Graphite + SS304 |
3 | Retainer Flange | ASTM A105 |
4 | Pin | ASTM A276 410 |
5 | Disc | ASTM A216 WCB |
6 | Stem | ASTM A276 410 |
7 | Stem Packing | Graphite |
8 | Stem Beating | SS304 + PTFE |
9 | Bolt | ASTM A193 B7 |
10 | Nut | ASTM A194 2H |
11 | Yoke | ASTM A216 WCB |
The gate valve needs regular maintenance due to the large wear of the valve seat
As a industrial Valve manufacturer, ZECO always adhere to exceed customer expectations, to provide customers with more value-added
services and products as the ultimate goal.
ZECO valve group co ltd was established in year 1991. We are located in Shanghai, Yancheng and Wenzhou with total building area 102000㎡. Till now, we have expanded into a group with 8 holding companies(including 5 production bases), sales offices and sales agents. Mainly manufacturing forged ball valve, casting ball valve, wedge gate valve, through conduit gate valve, globe valve, dual plate check valve, swing check valve & forged steel valve.
No | Part | Material |
1 | Body | ASTM A182 F316 |
2 | Bonnet | ASTM A182 F316 |
3 | Bonnet Bolt | ASTM A193 B8M |
4 | Bonnet Nut | ASTM A194 8M |
5 | Bonnet Gasket | Graphite +SS316 |
6 | Seat Ring | VITON |
7 | Ball | ASTM A182 F316 |
8 | Stem | ASTM A276 316 |
9 | Stem Packing | Graphite |
10 | Gland | ASTM A351 CF8M |
11 | Stop Collar | ANSI 1025 |
As a industrial Valve manufacturer, ZECO always adhere to exceed customer expectations, to provide customers with more value-added
services and products as the ultimate goal.
ZECO was established in year 1991. We are located in Shanghai, Yancheng and Wenzhou with total building area 102000㎡. Till now, we have expanded into a valve group with 8 holding companies(including 5 production bases), sales offices and sales agents. Mainly manufacturing forged ball valve, casting ball valve, wedge gate valve, through conduit gate valve, globe valve, dual plate check valve, swing check valve & forged steel valve.
ZECO 3 inch stainless steel ball valve is usually a floating ball valve, the material can also be divided into casting and forging two kinds. ZECO's continuous improvement in products makes all staff in the factory attach equal importance to small-caliber products in batch. No matter from the aspects of purchase, processing, assembly, testing, spraying, or from the traceability of bar codes, ZECO will treat them as equals and try its best to make products more delicate.
No | Part | Material |
1 | Body | ASTM A182 F304 |
2 | Bonnet | ASTM A182 F304 |
3 | Ball | ASTM A182 F316 |
4 | Seat | ASTM A182 F316 |
5 | Stem | ASTM A276 316 |
6 | Anti-static Device | SS316 |
7 | Gasket | Graphite + SS316 |
8 | Bolt | ASTM A193 B8 |
9 | Nut | ASTM A194 8 |
10 | O-ring | Viton A |
11 | Lever | ASTM A216 WCB |
As a industrial Valve factory, ZECO always adhere to exceed customer expectations, to provide customers with more value-added
services and products as the ultimate goal.
ZECO was established in year 1991. We are located in Shanghai, Yancheng and Wenzhou with total building area 102000㎡. Till now, we have expanded into a valve group with 8 holding companies(including 5 production bases), sales offices and sales agents. Mainly manufacturing forged ball valve, casting ball valve, wedge gate valve, through conduit gate valve, globe valve, dual plate check valve, swing check valve & forged steel valve.
Difference Between Ball Valve and Gate Valve as follow：
The valve core of gate valve and ball vave
The valve core of the ball valve is a ball. Because of its fixed ball structure, the valve is fixed under the condition of high pressure, especially when it is closed. The upper stem and the lower support shaft decompose part of the pressure from the medium, so the ball does not shift to the downstream, so the pressure on the downstream valve seat is relatively small, so the friction force that the valve overcomes when it acts is small, so the valve seat is ground. Small damage, the long service life of the valve, especially for frequently operated valves, this structure is more suitable.
The core of the gate valve is a wedge valve plate or parallel valve plate. There is no supporting shaft at its lower part. Therefore, when the valve is in the high-pressure application and in the closed state, the valve plate bears a great pressure from the medium. Because of the flat gate valve plate structure, all the medium pressure acts on the valve plate at the same time, the valve plate will be dead pressed to the downstream valve seat (at the same time, the excessive pressure acts on the vertical surface of the valve plate, making the valve plate whether wedge-shaped or parallel double ram. There will be some deformation), so the valve needs to overcome great friction when it is opened, so the life of the valve printed by the wear of the valve seat is short.
Valve seat
There is a spring in the valve seat of the ball valve, and the sealing design of the valve seat makes it difficult for the dregs in the medium to enter the valve seat. The valve seat contacts with the valve ball for a long time under the action of spring, so when the valve acts, the valve seat has a certain scraper function, which can scrape off the residue attached to the valve core after long-term operation, so the sealing performance of the valve can be guaranteed for a long time. Especially in the application of high temperature and high pressure, because the materials of valve seat, valve body and valve ball are selected with the same thermal expansion coefficient and the valve seat with spring structure, when the valve is closed, the huge temperature difference and temperature drop will not affect the action of the valve, and the valve will not be locked. The valve seat is very narrow. In high-temperature application, when the valve is closed because the medium is not circulating, the temperature will drop, so the valve seat will be tightened, which will produce a great pressing force on the valve plate. When the valve is opened again, a large torque is needed to overcome this pressing force, which will cause great damage to the valve seat and affect the service life of the valve seat. Thus, the service life of the valve is affected. In addition, due to the self-weight of the gate itself when the valve is closed, it will bring great impact force and noise to the valve.
Itinerary
The stroke of the ball valve is angle stroke, so the installation space is small and the height is low.
The stroke of the gate valve is a straight stroke, so the installation space is large and the height is high.
Actuator
Due to the design of the fixed ball, the torque value of its opening and closing is small, so the corresponding actuator is small. Because the valve plate has a large pressing force on the valve seat, it needs a large torque to overcome this large friction, and the actuator is equipped with a large amount of torque.
Medium flow direction
Double flow direction, no installation flow direction problem on site.
Generally, it is a single flow direction.
Service life
The ball valve has a longer service life, while the gate valve's service life is relatively short.
Maintenance
The ball valve generally does not need maintenance, especially the ball and valve seat. Due to the small wear, it does not need to be replaced within 5 years.
The gate valve needs regular maintenance due to the large wear of the valve seat
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Do you know the difference between spherical and aspheric lenses?
The aspheric
When it comes to the lens, you have to mention the aspherical lens. In many people's understanding, the asperical lens is a symbol of high level, and the advanced lens is almost all aspherical lenses.
Let's start with what is called a aspherical camera lens. The aspherical lens is contained in the camera lens, aspheric is often calculated according to the surface, some aspherical lens side, the other is not, or both sides is spherical, and so on.
In general, a lens with two or more aspherical lenses is a very advanced lens. So, is the aspheric surface a very difficult technique?
We can look at it from the other side.
Now, in terms of glasses, the aspheric surface is also very widely used, and in fact, it is no more expensive than the spherical lens. For numerical control grinders, the wave surface can also be made.
Clearly, many people's understanding of the aspheric surface is still stuck in the leica 501.2 myth, which itself has long since been broken.
Of course, many people would still use the so-called "grinding aspheric", but don't say what grind the aspheric surface. I believe that for many people, it's impossible to tell whether a picture is not a spherical lens.
Is the aspheric surface necessarily good?
Even if it's a cock shot, it's impossible for each lens to be aspherical, the aspheric lens is actually a supporting role in the lens, not the main character, the main corrective, the correction function, after the use of aspherical lenses, the image of the edge of the image will be solved well and the picture will be more average.
So, is it a good thing to have an aspheric surface? From the current situation, the use of aspheric surface technology has become the standard configuration, especially the high technology index lens, for example, large aperture wide-angle zoom lens, it is difficult to guarantee the quality of the picture without the aspheric surface.
But in terms of our film fans, the aspherical lens we can use is relatively limited, after all, we use the camera mainly concentrated in the last century 60-90s, until the 90s, aspherical lens or less. Here we're talking about 135, and less in 120. We have seen that CAI has built so many classic Hau shots, such as the 384.5 on SWC, and there is no aspherical lens.
In a series of SLR lenses designed by Mr. CAI for nikon, many of them have no aspheric surfaces. But it doesn't prevent these lenses from being a good shot, like chase 50, 1.4 SLR, and the picture is average. Aspherical Camera Lens Better than a spherical lens camera is ture.
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We take several typical wedding dresses as examples to analyze the choice of wedding dresses.
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Mermaid wedding dress
Mermaid wedding dress can highlight the curvilinear beauty of women, which is suitable for proud brides. This type of wedding dress is characterized by the obvious narrow cut near the knee position to highlight the curve of the female figure, coupled with the chest to waist tailoring. Thus the bride's good figure will be perfectly displayed. Cheap mermaid wedding dresses can also make the bride walk more graceful, more mature and elegant, which is the most curvilinear and sexy choice.
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Elliptical window is parallel optical glass with two surface by grinding and polishing. It is protection between two environment without any influence on visible light. The common coating film has AR and AS. It is mainly applied in digital camera, digital video tape recorder, industrial optical window, product with touch screen, GPS product, window of digital product, car rear view mirror, computer screen, laptop screen and surface of watches.
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Before the die design, the designer should fully analyze whether plastic products conform to the principle of injection molding. It is necessary to consult with the designer carefully and reach a consensus. It includes the necessary discussion of the geometric shape, dimensional accuracy and appearance requirements of the products, and avoids the unnecessary complications in injection mold building as far as possible.
A set of high-quality die not only needs good processing equipment and skilled injection mold builder but also a very important factor is to have good die design, especially for complex dies, the quality of die design accounts for more than 80% of the quality of the die. Excellent die design is: on the premise of meeting the customer's requirements, the processing cost is low, the processing difficulty is small, and the processing time is short.
In the selection of die materials, besides the accuracy and quality of products, the correct selection should be made according to the actual ability of processing and heat treatment in the dying factory. In addition, in order to shorten the manufacturing cycle, the existing standard parts should be used as much as possible.
In addition to giving the best structure and reasonable tolerance coordination in the design of the precision of the die, parts processing and die assembly is very important. Therefore, the selection of processing accuracy and methods plays an absolute leading role in die manufacturing.
Therefore, in order to reduce injection mold building error, first of all, the processing accuracy should be improved. With the use of CNC machine tools, this problem has been well controlled. In addition, in order to prevent the errors caused by the wear and deformation of the die, quenching treatment should be applied to the key parts such as the cavity and core of the die when the processing precision is high and the output of the product is high. In order to save material and facilitate processing and heat treatment, the mosaic structure should be adopted in die design.
In order to solve the errors caused by uneven shrinkage and inconsistency between pre-contraction and actual contraction, the product tolerance of 1/3 is generally selected as injection mold building tolerance in injection mold building. The purpose is to leave greater room for adjustment in the later forming process, so as to solve the errors caused by the forming process.
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A set of molds starts from design to assembly, only 70% to 80% of the whole manufacturing process is completed. For the errors caused by the inconsistency between pre-contraction and actual contraction, the smoothness of demoulding and the cooling effect, especially the influence of gate size, position, and shape on the accuracy and appearance of products, it must be checked by test mold. Therefore, die testing is an indispensable step to check whether the die is qualified or not and to select the best forming process.
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The Zhiyun Crane 3S is the latest addition in the Crane series of gimbals. Zhiyun has taken a lot of what they learned from building the Crane 3 Lab to create their latest flagship gimbal. The biggest selling point of the Crane 3S is that it can handle camera payloads of up to 6.49 kg (14.3 lb).
Zhiyun has forged a strong reputation for making affordable, yet high-quality gimbals, so let’s see if the Crane 3S follows in those footsteps.
It fills a gap in the market
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For the last few years, we have had one-handed gimbals that were meant for mirrorless/DSLR cameras and smaller sized digital cinema cameras, or larger gimbals such as the DJI Ronin 2 or Movi Pro that were designed for mid to larger sized digital cameras. There really wasn’t anything that bridged that gap.
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Moza Air X
One of the few exceptions was probably the Moza Air X. It is the only other single-handed gimbal that I can think of that could handle payloads of up to 6kg.
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Sure, there are gimbals such as the Zhiyun Crane 3 Lab, DJI Ronin-S, and Moza Air 2, which could take smaller sized digital cinema cameras with a little persuasion, but that is not what they were primarily designed to do.
The Crane 3S is bridging a gap in the market between single-handed gimbals and gimbals that were designed to be specifically used with mid to large-sized digital cinema cameras.
With a lot of shooters using cameras such as the Canon C200/C300/C500, Sony FX7/FX9, Panasonic EVA1, and to a lesser extent the Kinefinity TERRA/MAVO and Z-Cam offerings, there is a place for a gimbal such as the Crane 3S.
Yes, you could well argue that running a small to mid-sized digital cinema camera on a one-handed gimbal is counter-intuitive, but we will explore that argument a little later on.
What cameras will work with it?
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Compatible cameras include the Canon EOS 1DX, Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Cameras, Canon Cinema EOS, Sony FS & FX series, and RED Digital Cinema Cameras. You could of course also use cameras such as the ARRI ALEXA Mini, Panasonic EVA 1, Z-Cam series, and any of the KInefinity options.
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Above you can download the full camera compatibility list. This is list is more to show you what functionality is available when using various camera and lens combinations on the Crane 3S.
Just because you can, doesn’t mean you should
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It is all good and well being able to put a small to mid-sized digital cinema camera on a single-handed gimbal, but is it the best idea? That answer really depends on what you want to do with this gimbal. I see it more as a gimbal you would attach to a crane or car mount than a gimbal people will want to use for regular shots.
If you are someone who just wants to get the occasional gimbal shot using their main ‘A’ camera then maybe it makes sense. If you are someone who wants to uses gimbal a lot and needs to hold onto it for extended periods of time then you should steer clear.
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In a lot of ways, the Crane 3S is a niche product and it is only going to appeal to a certain segment of the market, it isn’t for everyone.
Design
Zhiyun took direct design cues from the Crane 3 Lab, and its appearance is very similar. Is it two handles or one handle? Well, it’s sort of both. By designing the gimbal in this way it has allowed Zhiyun to shorten the main handle. The reason behind doing this is to allow the user to get the gimbal closer to the ground for low-angle shots.
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The secondary handle on the Zhiyun Crane 3 Lab
Unlike on the Crane 3 Lab, the secondary handle isn’t fixed in a locked and non-movable position.
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The Crane 3S handle can be detached if you don’t want to use it.
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The secondary, removable handle has an electronic connection point that slides into the main section of the Crane 3S. This allows power and control functionality.
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It is simple to remove the handle and even easier to put it back on.
Having a secondary handle is supposed to allow the operator to make a smooth transition to and from the low mode. By including the secondary handle you just have to change your hand position depending on whether you want to hold it upright or use it in an underslung position.
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On the Crane 3S, you can use the control handle, the regular handle, or even the mini tripod stand on the back of the gimbal.
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If you use the regular handle as well as the mini tripod legs the gimbal becomes very long.
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The big difference between the Crane 3 Lab and the Crane 3S is that the Crane3S has been designed to be a lot more modular, which makes it a lot easier to attach and use with industry equipment.
You need to hold the Crane 3S with two hands, one on each handle. This does take some getting used to and you need to work out which hand goes on what handle. There really isn’t any right or wrong way to position your hands. Whether you like the two handle design is going to very much be down to personal preference. By going with this type of design, at least Zhiyun has given you options as to how you can hold and use the Crane 3S. You may well find that you prefer holding it one particular configuration over another. I will talk more about how it is to actually use and hold later in the review.
If you are used to the Zhiyun Crane Lab 3, then you will feel right at home operating the Crane 3S.
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Just like on the Weebill Lab and Crane 3 Lab, the rear arm is also offset so you don’t have the back screen on your camera being obscured when you are shooting. However, with the Crane 3S, Zhiyun has gone a step further and designed the gimbal with a 55° tilted roll axis that provides an even more unobstructed view.
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If you need to run an even longer camera, Zhiyun includes an extension arm bracket.
You need to use this extension arm bracket if you are running longer camera and lens packages. There weren’t any instructions for how to install it, so here is what I had to do in steps:
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Undo the four screws on the roll arm.
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To return the gimbal to its original form you just reverse these steps.
High payload capacity
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The Crane 3S has a payload capacity of 6.49 kg (14.3 lb). That is a substantial jump from the Crane 3 Lab’s 4.58 kg (10.14 lb) load capacity.
In recent times we have seen companies coming out with one-handed gimbals that can accept some pretty heavy payloads. In my opinion, I think this sort of defeats the purpose of having a compact one-handed gimbal. The heavier the payload, the shorter the time you actually hold it for. I think once a gimbal payload reaches a certain point you are better off with a two-handed design. This is especially true if you are going to try and use something like a Canon C300, Panasonic EVA-1, or an ALEXA Mini on a single-handed gimbal.
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In my opinion, if you are just going to be running a small mirrorless or DSLR set up, there really isn’t a lot gained by buying a larger one-handed gimbal that supports high payloads. Sure, having the added flexibility to run a variety of cameras on a gimbal is great, but you really need to take into account just how long you can operate a single-handed gimbal with a heavy payload.
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So how does the Crane 3S payload capacity compare to other single-handed gimbals? Below you can see:
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Zhiyun Crane3S | 6.49 kg (14.3 lb) |
Zhiyun Crane 3 Lab | 4.58 kg (10.14 lb) |
DJI Ronin S | 3.6 kg (7.94 lb) |
Moza Air 2 | 4.2 kg (9.26 lb) |
Moza Air X | 6 kg (13.2 lb) |
Tilta Gravity G2X | 3.63 kg (8 lb) |
Above you can see the payload capacities of some of the other one-handed gimbals that are available. As you can see, the Crane 3S payload capacity is almost 2 kg more than the Crane 3 Lab and almost 3 kg more than the capacity of the DJI Ronin S.
It still has a reasonably small footprint
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Despite its large payload capacity, the Crane 3S can still be folded down into a relatively small footprint. Look, it is still quite big, but at least the design enables you to fold it down into a workable solution. This makes it a lot more convenient to travel with. This is a big advantage that the Zhiyun models have over other competing gimbals, such as the DJI Ronin-S and the Moza Air 2.
Who is it aimed at?
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The Crane 3S is aimed at users of small to mid-sized digital cinema cameras and larger mirrorless and DSLR camera packages. Even if you are running a mirrorless or DSLR camera having a larger payload capacity gives you the flexibility to be able to run heavier lenses without straining the gimbal.
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A lot of shooters are happy running mirrorless or DSLR cameras on a gimbal and I’m not quite sure how many would prefer to be using their main camera on a gimbal instead. Running a smaller mirrorless or DSLR ‘B’ camera on a gimbal is just easier for most shooters as they don’t want to carry around a larger gimbal like a DJI Ronin 2 or Movi Pro. Whether the Crane 3S tempts shooters to start using their main camera on a gimbal will be interesting to see.
What do you get?
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The Zhiyun Crane 3S comes in a foam case that you can carry and store the gimbal in. The case probably isn’t strong enough for air travel, so I wouldn’t recommend you check it in.
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Inside the case, there are custom cutouts for everything that comes with the gimbal. All the components are easy to see and access.
The Crane 3S comes in a case, but once you fit the extension arm bracket it won’t fit back into the case. This is something you should be aware of.
You also get a quick start guide which gives you enough information that you can set up and get your gimbal running fairly quickly.
Along with the actual Crane 3S gimbal, you also get:
Quick Release Camera Plate
SmartSling Handle
3 x 18650 Battery
Battery Charger
Extension Arm
Handle Adapter Base
Backing Base
Tripod
Lens Support
Lens Support Rod
Micro-USB Canon Control Cable
Mini-USB Canon Control Cable
USB Type-C Panasonic Control Cable
USB Type-C to Multi Sony Control Cable
USB Type-C Charging Cable
Foam Storage Box
3 x 1/4″-20 Screw
Wrench Set (M1.3, M2.5, M4)
Limited 1-Year Warranty
Build Quality
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The Crane 3S has a similar build quality to the Crane 3 Lab. In saying that, I think Zhiyun gimbals have continued to improve over time and the Crane 3S feels just a little more polished than the Crane 3 Lab.
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Despite quite a lot of plastic being used, it’s still a pretty heavy gimbal. All the buttons, switches, and knobs are fairly well made. If you are familiar with Zhiyun products you will be more than happy with the build quality of the Crane 3S. There wasn’t anything that I saw that overly concerned me in terms of how it was built and put together. It looks like it would hold up well to the rigors of field use.
The gimbal is heavy
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Look there is no way to sugar coat it, it’s a heavy gimbal. Even using a smaller sized digital cinema camera, I wasn’t able to hold onto it for very long before I felt like I wanted to put it back down. This is not a dig at the Crane 3S, I find this to be the case with all of the larger single-handed gimbals.
What you do need to keep in mind is that the Crane 3S (with batteries) weighs in at 2.47 kg (5.45 lb). If you were to attach a camera package with a payload of around 6 kg you are looking at having to carry around 8.5 kg. This is not easy to do and you will find yourself putting the gimbal down within a few minutes.
How much does it weigh compared to other gimbals? Below you can see:
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Zhiyun Crane3S | 2.47 kg (5.45 lb) |
Zhiyun Crane 3 Lab | 1.9 kg (4.19 lb) |
DJI Ronin S | 1.86 kg (4.1 lb) |
Moza Air 2 | 1.6 kg (3.53 lb) |
Moza Air X | 1.4 kg (3.08 lb) |
Tilta Gravity G2X | 1.79 kg (3.95 lb) |
Batteries & Run Time
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The Crane 3S requires 3x 18650 batteries, and Zhiyun claims a run time of up to 12 hours. Based on my experience using the gimbal I found that the battery life was good and it should easily get most shooters through an entire day.
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To remove the battery cover, there is a little locking switch on the top that you need to unlock.
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If you want longer run times, Zhiyun also now sells an optional TransMount PowerPlus Battery Pack that can house 6x 18650 batteries. It also serves as a compact yet fast-charging power bank for your devices.
The TransMount PowerPlus Battery Pack will run the CRANE 3S for up to 18 hours. For camera combos over 3kg, Zhiyun recommends you use the PowerPlus Battery Pack.
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There is a DC input on the gimbal where you attach the TransMount PowerPlus Battery Pack.
Double Locks
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Just like the Crane 3 Lab, the Crane 3S Lab features a latch on each axis that you can lock off to make balancing the gimbal a lot easier. Zhiyun has actually slightly redesigned this system and now it features double locks.
The double locks are a necessity because you don’t want a heavy camera and lens package falling down or to one side when you are trying to balance it.
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The nice aspect about these latches is they aren’t made out of plastic, they are anodized aluminum and are not going to break.
What I do like is if you are traveling around from location to location you can lock all of the axes and keep your camera on the gimbal. Then when you turn up you can simply unlock them and you are ready to go. This saves you a ton of time as you don’t have to re-balance the gimbal every time you move locations. If you are like me, I tend to leave a camera on a gimbal as I find it too time-consuming to be taking a camera on and off all the time. This is one of my favorite features of the Crane 3S.
In saying all of this, it is just as easy to take your camera off as it has a quick-release plate. This allows you to put the camera back on the gimbal without needing to do any major rebalancing.
Balancing
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Here is where I found the Crane 3S to be very hit and miss. Balancing smaller camera and lens packages like a Panasonic S1H or a BMPCC 6K is relatively easy and straight forward, but larger cameras are a different story.
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I tried balancing a Kinefinity MAVO LF on the Crane 3S and it was a little difficult. With larger cameras, the balance needs to more exact and things make the whole balancing process take longer.
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The other problem I found is that once you have a heavier camera placed on the gimbal, it becomes extremely hard to move the adjustment arms. They require you to use so much force that it is hard to make subtle micro-adjustments.
With bigger, heavier cameras it is also hard to make adjustments because you have all of the weight and inertia of the camera fighting against you.
Quick Release Plate
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The Crane 3S utilizes a Manfrotto quick release plate. Once you attach the plate to your camera you just slide it on and then lock it in place. The locking mechanism hs been slightly redesigned and it is better than the one found on the Crane 3 Lab.
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The redesigned plate also lets you attach the included rods straight to the front of the plate.
No built-in stand
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The Crane3S comes with a small removable stand that you can attach to the bottom of the gimbal. This allows you to put the camera and gimbal down onto a flat surface.
This removable stand is quite small and the problem I found is that it is awkward to unfold quickly, especially when you need to do it with one hand.
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In a nice touch, Zhiyun has labeled the tripod stand so you know exactly which way it needs to be turned to remove it or tighten it onto the gimbal. I like little touches like this because it shows me that the design team is paying attention to small details.
Mounting Points
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The Crane 3S has a 3/8″ mounting point on the base of the main handle. This is where you can attach the included Mini Tripod Legs, or put it onto a light stand, pole or anything else that you want to use.
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There is also a 3/8″ mounting point towards the back of the gimbal. Here there are also two 1/4 20″ tapped mounting holes.
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Zhiyun also includes a mounting bracket that you can attach with two screws to this same mounting point. This allows you to mount other accessories or move the long handle further back.
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Near the back of the gimbal, there are also two rosette style attachment points (one on the left side and one on the right side)where you can attach the optional TransMount Phone Holder with Crown Gear or a monitor arm or other accessory. This is also a 1/4-20″ tapped hole.
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Optional TransMount Phone holder
The optional TransMount Phone Holder with Crown Gear really is a must if you are purchasing the Crane 3S. I still can’t work out why they made this an optional accessory and charge $49 USD for it. It really should have been a standard accessory that is included with the gimbal.
Wireless Image Transmission
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First introduced on the Weebill Lab, wireless image transmission is also as a standard feature on the Crane 3 Lab, However, it is not standard on the Crane 3S. The in-built wireless was one of the main features for me that put the Weebill Lab ahead of its competition (when it worked). I hate rigging up an external monitor to a gimbal and I can’t for the life of me judge exposure, framing and focus from a tiny screen on the back of a camera. This is especially true when shooting in bright sunny conditions.
With no built-in wireless transmitter, you need to buy the optional module to be able to do real-time monitoring, framing, and camera control (although this depends on the camera).
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The image is wirelessly transmitted over wi-fi so all you need to do is download the Zhiyun Play app and then fire up your smartphone. The way it works is that you need to connect an HDMI cable from your camera to the optional image transmission module.
The only problem is, and they never show you this in the marketing material, you need to have both the camera control cable and an HDMI cable connected up between your camera and the gimbal. This means you have a myriad of cables sticking out everywhere. You also need to be aware that with certain cameras, if you attach an HDMI cable or use a camera control cable, the back LCD screen turns black.
The Zhiyun Play app allows you to adjust and control your gimbal as well as control quite a few functions on your camera (this depends on what camera you are using).
Object tracking with the Zhiyun Crane 3 Lab
One of the features in the Zhiyun Play app is the image tracking. This feature allows you to draw a box around an object and then the gimbal will track that object no matter which direction the gimbal is moving. I found the image tracking to be pretty disappointing. It seems to only work when subjects are in the middle of the frame. As soon as they start moving toward the side of the frame the tracking seems to stop.
Physical Controls & Layout
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If you are familiar with other Zhiyun gimbals you will find that the basic control layout is very similar to the Crane 3 Lab, but some controls have been repositioned.
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Now, this is both good and bad. The good aspect is because of the way the Crane 3S has been designed, you are probably going to be holding it with two hands anyway. The bad aspect is that by positioning the controls and status screen on the rear handle, Zhiyun is forcing you to use it.
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If you want to use the joystick control or focus wheel then you are almost being forced into holding the gimbal with one hand on the rear handle and one on the main. If you want to just hold onto the main handle you won’t be able to easily change camera settings such as f-stop etc.
In saying this, if you did want to just hold onto the main handle or not use the rear handle, you could attach your smartphone and then make all of your changes there. That way you don’t have to touch any of the controls on the rear handle.
You may also find that you will have to hold the rear handle with whatever is your dominant hand. For example, if you are right-handed and you try and hold the rear handle with your left hand you might find it awkward to make changes or operate the buttons.
I do, however, like that the display screen is on the rear handle because it makes it a lot easier to see. Having the screen on the main handle doesn’t make a lot of operational sense because you can’t really see it easily.
On the rear handle, there is a small display, record button, GO button, buttons for changing the camera setting modes such as ISO and f-stop, and a dial for navigating the menu and making changes. To the left-hand side there are three buttons for changing the gimbals operating modes.
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On the rear of the back handle, you will find a zoom rocker. This can be used to zoom compatible lenses or to control the optional focus/zoom motor. There is also a dial underneath the zoom rocker that is for making camera setting adjustments.
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To the far right of where the camera baseplate goes, you will find the inputs for camera control, and on the opposite side, you will find the inputs for focus and zoom control.
On the tilt axis, you will find the camera control input, as well as the inputs for focus and zoom motors.
PhoneGo Mode
If you want to follow fast moving objects or people you can enter what is called the PhoneGo Mode. By single tapping on the Go button, the gimbal goes into its maximum follow speed. This is handy if you are filming sports or anything with fast moving motion. This is similar to Sports mode on the Ronin-S.
Motion Sensor Control
The gimbal has a built-in motion control sensor, so if you don’t want to use your smartphone on your gimbal, you can take it off and turn it into a motion sensor controller. By simply moving your phone, you are controlling the gimbal in real time. This is a nice feature and it’s impressive that it is a free built-in feature in the app. If you have used Mimic with a Freefly Movi or the controller mirror mode on the Ronin 2, it is a similar feature.
It does take a bit of time to get used to how it works, and it is not the most intuitive way to operate your gimbal, but once you get the hang of it it works fairly well. This feature can come in handy if you are using the gimbal on a jib or as a remote head.
Focus & Zoom Motors
Getting critical focus, especially when shooting 4K on a full frame sensor camera is hard at the best of times. In the last 12 months or so we have seen quite a few follow focus systems emerge for gimbals. The Crane 3S has a built-in focus controller on the gimbals handle, but they also have two optional follow focus (or zoom) motors that are available. On the Crane 3S you can connect up two follow focus motors, so you can use one for focus and the other for zoom.
The TransMount Lite Servo Focus and Max Servo Zoom/Focus Controllers
The TransMount Lite Servo Focus and Max Servo Zoom/Focus Controllers
Now, there is actually two different versions of the motor available. One is the TransMount Lite Servo Focus Controller, and the other is the TransMount Max Servo Zoom/Focus Controller. While they look similar, the TransMount Max Servo Zoom/Focus Controller is slightly larger. Both Controllers will work on the Weebill Lab as well as the Crane 3 Lab and the new Crane 3S.
What's included with the TransMount Focus Motor
What’s included with the TransMount Focus Motor
Included with Focus Controllers are the mounting bracket, a 15mm rod, and the power, control cable.
Both Focus controllers feature a tool-less design, and they attach to the gimbal using just the included thumbscrews. To attach, you secure it to the supplied support bracket and mounting rod using two thumbscrews, and attach this assembly to the bottom of the gimbal’s baseplate with the third thumbscrew. You then connect the servo to the gimbal with the provided USB cable and connect the camera to the gimbal with one of the camera control cables the gimbal comes with. The USB cable connection provides zero-latency signal transmission.
The external follow focus can be controlled in two ways, one is through a tactile wheel on its body, or through the app directly on your smartphone screen. If you use one as a zoom, you can also control it via the app or through a zoom rocker on the gimbal.
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The Zhiyun TransMount focus motor is pretty much silent
The external follow focus motors are relatively lightweight and certainly do work. You just hook it up to the gimbal with a cable and then you can control focus directly on the side of the gimbal. The motor is absolutely silent and doesn’t make any noise at all.
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With the follow focus motor you get a couple of rubber lens gears that you can use on lenses that don’t have pitch gears. These work reasonably well, you just have to make sure you have then tight enough around the lens so they don’t slip or move. I found they were a little fiddly to put on to your lens and secure tightly.
While there is absolutely nothing wrong with how the motors operate or perform (with stills lenses) they do take a bit of time to install and set up. The whole process is a little fiddly and time consuming and by the time you add the rubber lens gear and attach another cable between the gimbal and the motor you end up with cables and bits and pieces everywhere. I think it would have made more sense to design a wireless system that communicated with both the gimbal and the app so you didn’t end up with so many cables. I would have also preferred to see the motors feature an inbuilt battery so they could be used without the gimbal.
How does it actually perform?
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Features are great, but at the end of the day it’s still a gimbal, and therefore it needs to be able to create smooth shots. So how does the Crane 3S perform? The gimbals stabilization is, for the most part, nice and smooth, and with the increased motor strength it never really feels like its struggling even if you are running very heavy camera payloads.
While it works well, it is heavy. The package I was running, including the weight of the Crane3S, tipped the scales at 6.8kg (15lb). If you take away the weight of the gimbal, and the SmallHD monitor and arm I was still 2.2kg short of reaching the max. payload capacity. I wouldn’t want to be holding a gimbal package that was 2kg heavier than the one I was using!
I did find a problem that if you had the adjustment arm where the camera sits all the way out to its full extension the tilt motor would vibrate violently and make a lot of noise. This is obviously a design flaw.
I found that the majority of the footage I got was very smooth and usable, and the gimbal performed well. Like any gimbal or Steadicam, results will vary depending on how proficient you are as an operator.
Above you can see some quick example footage captured with the Crane 3S. This is not a collection of pretty shots, as all I was interested in is to see how the gimbal performed and how it was to operate and use, especially with a heavier camera package.
Above you can see some shots taken at a higher frame rate. To be honest his tells me nothing about a gimbals performance. Any gimbal shot looks good in slow motion.
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As this gimbal can be used with a variety of cameras I also decided to do a couple of quick tests using a Nikon Z6. I wanted to see how the gimbal performs with a lighter camera.
Above you can see some vision from the Z6 and a Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 lens.
Like any new product there is always going to be a learning curve. It is very hard to make a comprehensive conclusion as to the performance of the gimbal without using it over a prolonged period of time.
One-handed gimbals always have the inherent problem of creating quite pronounced up and down movement when you are walking. This is due to the momentum of your body moving your arm up and down. With a two-handed gimbal, this is easier to control as you are essentially locking your shoulders to create a more stable platform. The Crane 3S actually does a fairly good job with this, although just like any one-handed gimbal, you will still get a slight up and down movement when walking.
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The design of the Crane 3S does make it easier to get low angle shots and transition from a low angle to a normal level. Having two handles certainly does make a difference when doing these type of shots.
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I also liked that because the gimbal is quite long you can actually use it to do dolly style shots.
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It is nice to use the two handles on the bottom of the gimbal because you can actually use it as a sort of brace against your leg when you are resting.
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You can also use the two handles to place the gimbal on the ground to get a regular low angle tripod style shot.
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Another benefit of the two handles is you can elevate the gimbal quite high. This allows you to create some interesting perspectives.
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The problem I found when running a larger camera package and using both of the handles on the bottom of the gimbal is that to hold it comfortably you have to place your hand a long way down on the handles. When you do this you can no longer reach the joystick, so if you wanted to pan the gimbal left or right or up and down you can’t do it.
As far as the actual performance goes, I didn’t feel like it was that much different from any other Zhiyun product I had used.
The focus control wheel is located in a position where it isn’t that easy to use due to the way you have to hold onto the Crane 3S.
When you use your smartphone in the optional cradle I found it very hard to make changes without putting the gimbal down. To make changes you need to take your hand off the main handle, which means all of the weight gets transferred to the hand holding the rear handle.
To be perfectly frank, you are almost always going to be able to get better results from gimbals such as a Movi or Ronin. One handle gimbals have their limitations, but what you sacrifice in performance, you make up for in portability.
Accessories
TransMount Lite Servo Focus Controller for Crane 3-Lab & WEEBILL LAB: $85 USD
TransMount Max Servo Zoom/Focus Controller for Crane 3-Lab & WEEBILL LAB: $89 USD
TransMount Quick Release Baseplate for WEEBILL LAB, Crane 3-Lab & Crane 2: $19 USD
TransMount Camera Backing Base for WEEBILL LAB, Crane 3-Lab & Crane 2: $19 USD
TransMount Focus & Zoom Servo Combo Kit for Crane 3-Lab: $74 USD
TransMount Phone Holder with Crown Gear for Crane 3-Lab & WEEBILL LAB: $49 USD
Competition
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This is an interesting one, because if you want to run camera and lens payloads that are over 5kg, there aren’t many options unless you want to go to larger gimbal such as a DJI Ronin 2 or Movi Pro.
Realistically, if you want to stick to a smaller, more compact gimbal solution that is easier to travel with, the Crane 3S is arguably the only solution.
Price
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The Crane 3S comes in a range of different configurations.:
Zhiyun-Tech CRANE 3S Handheld Stabilizer $739 USD
Zhiyun-Tech CRANE 3S PRO Handheld Stabilizer $1,149 USD
Zhiyun-Tech CRANE 3S-E Handheld Stabilizer $649 USD
The Crane 3S is more expensive than most other single-handed gimbals, but it does have a much higher payload capacity.
For the price, it represents very good value for money. As a comparison, a DJI Ronin 2 retails for $8,399 USD. Yes, it has a payload capacity of 30 lb, but before the Crane3S came along you would have had to use something like the Ronin 2 to run a rigged up Sony FS7.
Conclusion
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Zhiyun has certainly made a product that will suit some shooters, especially if you have been wanting to run a mid-sized digital cinema camera but didn’t want to spend a ton of cash.
Does it get heavy? Yes. Do you have to put it down after a few minutes? Yes. If you want smaller sized gimbal that can run heavy payloads the trade-off is going to be the time you can spend using it before fatigue sets in. This is something you clearly need to understand if you are going to use it.
Unless you want to use it with an Easyrig or something similar you may find yourself saying more expletives than normal.
This is not a gimbal for everyone and you really need to think long and hard whether it is what you actually need.
I personally don’t like heavy one-handed style gimbals, but that’s just me. If you can’t hold a one-handed gimbal for more than a few minutes without having to put it down then that is a problem. I am less likely to use a gimbal that I can’t hold for more than a couple of minutes than one I can hold comfortably for a lot longer.
I have to give credit to Zhiyun. They are constantly improving their products and they have been at the forefront of innovation and features when it comes to single-handed gimbals.
I’m not a big fan of using heavy gimbals if you are just running smaller DSLR or mirrorless cameras. In that regard, for me at least, I prefer the smaller Weebill Lab or the Crane Lab 3 over the Crane 3S. In saying that, using a larger gimbal puts less stress on the motors and does give you more flexibility to use larger lenses and bigger cameras, but that does come at the expense of usability.
Zhiyun has certainly thrown everything but the kitchen sink into the Crane 3S, and there is no denying that it is a very feature-rich gimbal. Despite all of the features and pizazz, it’s nice that you don’t need to use any of them if you don’t want to. Zhiyun has managed to still make a gimbal that can be used for both simple and more complicated shots and is versatile to handle a large range of camera and lens packages.
The gimbal itself performs pretty well, but it’s not perfect.
The new latches are a really nice touch, but to be honest, I think they are there out of necessity more than anything else.
The optional electronic follow focus and zoom motors work well, but in all honesty, I’m not sure how many people are actually going to use this. As it only works on a gimbal, it’s not a very flexible product. Don’t get me wrong, it’s great to have, but for me personally, when I use a small gimbal it’s usually with a wide-angle lens where you don’t tend to adjust the focus and zoom that often.
The wireless video and app that allows you to monitor the images from certain cameras and make changes have all been improved by Zhiyun, to the point where it is much more reliable and easier to use. The image quality of the wireless signal is a lot better than it was with the Weebill Lab, but it still has some latency issues every now and then.
In summing up I think Zhiyun has made a reasonably good gimbal that certainly offers pretty decent value for money, although it is a fairly niche product that is not going to appeal to everyone. Its performance as a gimbal is pretty good and the fact that you get so many included features is bound to make it a popular choice for shooters looking for a compact, easy to travel with gimbal that can handle larger camera packages.
The biggest caveat is the weight. Carrying around a gimbal and a payload that weighs upwards of 8Kg is a back, shoulder, and arm breaker.
If you are planning on buying the Crane3S you better hit the gym!
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OUR VERDICT
The Crane 3S is a next-generation motorised gimbal stabiliser. It packs in the features and has one of the heaviest payloads for any single hand gimbal on the market. But this is far more than other gimbal stabilisers, and with the modular grip design it can be used in multiple ways; use it on its own to get smooth handheld footage or use as part of a larger rig. However, you use it the Crane 3S is a formidable force for capturing cinematic footage.
hat is the Zhiyun Crane 3S SmartSling Kit?
The gimbal stabiliser market has exploded in the last couple of years as theses clever devises enable you to capture professional stabilised footage with your standard DSLR or mirrorless camera.
In the past, this level of stabilisation was the preserve of professionals who could afford the equipment and training. While gimbals have been around since the ’70s, it’s only with the latest motor and battery technology that the gimbals have both reduced in size and cost.
Zhiyun Crane 3S review
Zhiyun is a company that has been at the forefront of the advancement and development, and while they may not be as well know as DJI they are on a par, and their Crane series of gimbals is a firm favourite for many videographers.
In this review, I’m looking at the Crane 3S SamrtSling kit. This includes the additional SmartSling Handle that bolts onto the horizontal grip of the stabiliser. Once attached it gives you more holding options as well as control over the operation and settings for many cameras.
As previously mentioned the Crane series has a dedicated following, two close videographer friends swear by the features and build quality of theirs, and this is the latest and most advanced version yet.
When it comes to features, there’s little that this gimbal doesn’t feature, and this version boasts a max payload beyond that of many others on the market.
However, while compatibility is rapidly expanding for the Crane 3S, not all features and options are available to all cameras.
That said, there’s still plenty on offer for one of the most robust and sophisticated gimbal stabilisers yet.
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OUR VERDICT
The Crane 3S is a next-generation motorised gimbal stabiliser. It packs in the features and has one of the heaviest payloads for any single hand gimbal on the market. But this is far more than other gimbal stabilisers, and with the modular grip design it can be used in multiple ways; use it on its own to get smooth handheld footage or use as part of a larger rig. However, you use it the Crane 3S is a formidable force for capturing cinematic footage.
FOR
Decent max payload
Lond battery life
Good for fast motion
AGAINST
Heavy
Limited features for some cameras
Joystick can be tricky to reach
What is the Zhiyun Crane 3S SmartSling Kit?
The gimbal stabiliser market has exploded in the last couple of years as theses clever devises enable you to capture professional stabilised footage with your standard DSLR or mirrorless camera.
In the past, this level of stabilisation was the preserve of professionals who could afford the equipment and training. While gimbals have been around since the ’70s, it’s only with the latest motor and battery technology that the gimbals have both reduced in size and cost.
Zhiyun Crane 3S review
Zhiyun is a company that has been at the forefront of the advancement and development, and while they may not be as well know as DJI they are on a par, and their Crane series of gimbals is a firm favourite for many videographers.
In this review, I’m looking at the Crane 3S SamrtSling kit. This includes the additional SmartSling Handle that bolts onto the horizontal grip of the stabiliser. Once attached it gives you more holding options as well as control over the operation and settings for many cameras.
As previously mentioned the Crane series has a dedicated following, two close videographer friends swear by the features and build quality of theirs, and this is the latest and most advanced version yet.
When it comes to features, there’s little that this gimbal doesn’t feature, and this version boasts a max payload beyond that of many others on the market.
However, while compatibility is rapidly expanding for the Crane 3S, not all features and options are available to all cameras.
That said, there’s still plenty on offer for one of the most robust and sophisticated gimbal stabilisers yet.
Buy the Crane 3S now from eBay (£659), Wex Photographic (£659), Amazon (£659), Park Cameras (£689).”>
SPECIFICATION
Product type: Stabilising gimbal
Max Payload: 6.5kg
Battery life: 12 hours
Feature App : ZY Play
DC-In: Yes
Camera Control: yes
Features
The Crane 3S comes in three different kits with modules that differentiate each. Each of those modules is available separately so you can upgrade from one to the next as required.
The EasySling is the first option and features the gimbal along with an additional handle that can be bolted in for more significant support.
Zhiyun Crane 3S SmartSling
The SmartSling, which is the version I’m looking at in this review, features the SmartSling handle that again bolts into the gimbal and provides the same support but has integrated camera controls.
The Pro kit features the EasySling and SmartSling along with the Servo Zoom and Follow Focus Motors.
Before we look at the features, it’s worth pointing out that each configuration will only work with certain cameras and lens combinations. Zhiyun have a comprehensive compatibility list on their website which can be seen here: https://www.zhiyun-tech.com/search/en
If you have a compatible camera, such as with the Panasonic GH5 then the Crane 3S is a formidable piece of kit, if you own the Sony A7 III then it’s still a formidable piece of kit but you’re are limited to basic camera control and the powerful stabiliser.
At present, the SmartSling and App have compatibility with many cameras including the Nikon D850, Z6, Canon 5D Mark IV, 6D and R, Panasonic GH5 and Sony A7R3. This list is rapidly growing, so do check out the website for your camera.
Basic features
The Crane 3S SmartSling kit includes the main gimbal, mini tripod, SmartSling a few accessories and cables and the free to download app.
One feature that instantly makes the Crane 3S stand out is the maximum payload which is 6.5kg; this compares to the DJI Ronin-S at 3.6kg. This additional payload does one of two things, the first being that it enables you to stabilise far heavier cameras, the second being it’s a little more forgiving.
Zhiyun Crane 3S motor
Unlike other single-handed gimbal stabilisers, Zhiyun has concentrated on comfort. As well as the usual foldable mini tripod base that converts to a grip in use there’s a horizontal grip and then the addition of the SmartSling. This multi-grip design makes the Crane 3S easier to hold than other gimbals, even with a heavy camera and lens combo, although it is heavy.
Adaptability has also been well-considered, and the Crane 3S is one of the few gimbals of this size that can quickly adapt from being handheld to being part of a larger rig or mounted. There’s plenty of mounting options.
As well as the ability to adapt the grips to your needs, the arms and mounts can be adapted to support small and large cameras better. This means that you can use the Crane 3S with a Sony FS7 then switch to a small Sony A7 III mirrorless if you so wish.
The gimbal lock design has also been redesigned compared with the previous version, and this gives more security when being transported.
The Crane 3S is supplied with three batteries that provide power for 12 hours with a 3KG load.
The Crane 3S SmartSling Kit without the camera or baseplate weighs in at 3.08kg.
There is also the option for DC in, which supports the new 25.2v TransMount PowerPlus battery pack. This gives the Crane extended use time to 18 hours and is ideal on professional shoots.
One of the issues that affect many gimbal stabilisers of this type is the effects of high wind and G-Force that reduce the usual stability the Crane 3S would provide. Engineers have worked hard to counteract these forces with an all-new algorithm that promises to enable you to capture smooth shake-free footage however fast the action.
Another feature that has been carefully considered is the 55º tilted roll axis that has been accurately calculated and ensures that you always get a good view of the camera’s screen and have plenty of space to mount cinema, camera lens combos.
When it comes to the mechanics of motion it has a tilt range of 360º, Roll range of 330º with a max of 75º and min of -255º and pan axis of 360º. This gives plenty of flexibility and control.
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Other features available with additions
While the SmartSling does have a good level of features, you can further add to the functionality with the addition of modular motors and wifi kit, which are available for an additional cost.
On the side of the gimbal, there’s a built-in focus wheel. To use this, you’ll need those add on servo motors and of course a compatible lens.
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On the SmartSling there’s also a built-in zoom rocker, again this requires a compatible camera and lens to use.
Another exciting addition that you could add is the CRANE 3S X TransMount Image Transmission System.
This enables you to control and transmit visuals directly from the camera connected gimbal to a smart device. Again check the compatibility for this, and the feature also requires additional equipment.
Then there’s ViaTouch 2.0 which is part of the TransMount system and enables seamless communication between the gimbal, camera and smart device all using the ZY Play app that needs to be installed on a smart device. Again you need the additional kit to take advantage of all the features.
ZY Play App
The ZY Play app is where most of the advanced features reside.
Once your camera is wired into the gimbal, say a GH5, you can then take control of your camera, adjusting the values and some shooting settings as well as starting and stopping recording.
The app also packs in some interesting features such as Panoramic, timelapse and trajectory photography.
Build and Handling
The Crane 3S once assembled and balanced is solid and features the usual three-axis mechanism that enables the motorised stabilisation.
Real attention to detail has been paid throughout the design with independent locks for each axis. These locks help protect the motors and arms during transportation and make it easy to pack away; they’re also used when balancing the camera at set-up.
Zhiyun Crane 3S Easy view of screen
There is little to fault with the manufacture of the Crane 3S other than to say that this is not a small or lightweight piece of kit.
Key features of the design are the axis locks, DC-in on the side, plenty of accessory ports both for digital and physical additions, the SmartSling handle that slots and locks and the variety of other mounting threads, both 1/4 and 2/3-inch giving plenty of options and versatility.
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Initial assembly and balancing
As with most motorised gimbal stabilisers, a little assembly is required before you get started, it’s also worth downloading the app, ZY Play.
The first part of the assembly is the mini tripod which bolts to the main gimbal, once screwed in the gimbal can then be placed on a flat surface and the SmartSling slotted and locked in.
Next, dependent on the camera the base plate is bolted on, if you’re using a mirrorless or medium DSLR, then you’ll probably need the riser plate as well.
This additional plate gives the lens a little more space and is required for balancing with smaller cameras.
Once in place, the lens support can be slotted on to the base plate, and the Y section raised to rest against the lens.
It’s worth noting that if you’re using a zoom lens and you intend to zoom in and out without rebalancing, then the zoom needs to be placed at the midway focal length. For an example using a 24-70mm, something around the 50mm is a good midpoint and means that there is less for the gimbal to do to correct the slight imbalance if you zoom in or out0.
Now the baseplate is slotted into the gimbal and making sure the tilt axis is unlocked, you slide the camera back and forth until it finds a balance.
Once the camera balance has been found, the lock can then be secured. Now the tilt axis can be balanced; this involves moving the arm up and down until the camera holds it’s a position.
Next, you repeat a similar procedure for the other two axes. It takes a while to get the hang of it, but Zhiyun has created superb videos that walk you through the process.
The final stage is to connect the cables, and this will differ depending on the camera you have. Again check the compatibility chart on the website to see what functions and features will be available for your camera.
On the Panasonic GH5, most of the features such as focus and camera settings and control are all available, on the Sony A7 III you can only really start and stop recording and take photos. In both cases, you’ll need to ensure that your camera has been updated with the latest firmware.
Now that the camera is balanced and connected, you’re almost set to go. Switch on the gimbal, then the camera, and finally connect the app.
Once the app boots, you need to select the manufacturer through the settings screen, and that’s it, you’re ready to shoot ultra-smooth video or use the app to shoot timelapse and panoramas.
Performance
For the bulk of this test, I used the Sony A7 III with a variety of lenses. The first thing to note is that if you thought the DJI Ronin-S was heavy, then the Crane 3S is another level up.
However, the design of the Crane 3S does give you plenty of handling options, and if shooting for a day, I would recommend a Flycam Flowline or similar.
And that’ss the thing with the Crane 3S, it gives you options, and that’s something that other gimbals just don’t do.
Using the Crane 3S with the Panasonic GH5 was seamless, the two are ideally matched, and the compatibility between the two is incredible.
The gimbal smooths and stabilises the footage, and there’s plenty of control over the settings through the SmartSling.
Switching to the Sony A7 III and the gimbal still works well, although you lose the ability to change settings through the SmartSling, the loss of the LiveView through the app is also a shame but not a deal-breaker.
What does become apparent very early on is that the Crane 3S is very forgiving? Those motors are designed to carry the load of a professional stills or video camera, so a small mirrorless is easily balanced and held.
That leniency does have a limit, and if you hold the gimbal to close to the max or minimum rotations when the camera isn’t quite balanced, you will get a small amount of judder.
During the test I found, especially for low angled shots, that on occasion there was a slight judder from the motors. If this happened, a quick rebalance would quickly correct the issue.
A cruder fix was just to tilt the handle up slightly to give the gimbal a little more room to play. These are user-related issues rather than anything with the gimbal; it’s just that the power of the motors forgives the user being a little lax with the setup.
The results of the stabilised footage are impressive. Handheld and static scenes showed the framing and hold on composition are excellent; there’s a natural smoothness to the look of the footage.
Setting out on a brisk walk and trying to tailor the walk to avoid any bobbing and again the Crane 3S does a great job enabling you to capture smooth professional-looking video with ease.
The final stabilisation test was to take the Crane 3S for a run. Not a long one, as it weighs quite a bit, and here you can see just how impressive those motors and new algorithms are.
OK, the speed wasn’t overly fast, but the terrain was pretty rough, and downhill and you can see just how well the motors work to create a smooth pan.
There is a slight jerk in the footage just after a jump, but the Crane 3S manages to smooth this, so it looks like a small blip, whereas it was me momentarily losing my balance and only just recovering from a possible face plant.
When it came to the stabilising performance, there was little to fault.
However, in use, there are a few things that I did highlight. The main one was access to the joystick under the horizontal handle. The spacing here is tight, and sometimes it can be a little tricky to get the full range of movement that you want.
Also, I would have liked some control on the SmartSling over the motion of the axis, maybe the zoom could operate tilt, and the index finger jog wheel could operate the side to side movement. Still, unfortunately, I couldn’t see a way to customise these buttons and dials in this way.
The final part of the Crane 3S that I have mentioned but not in any depth is the app. ZY Play is used across the Zhiyun gimbals and offers added features for the gimbal as well as adjustments.
The interface is well laid out but does take a little time to orientate correctly. The two main highlights from the app are the timelapse which enables you to capture stunning timewarp style footage and the panoramic option.
The Panoramic setting enables you to set a start and stop point, and then the gimbal works out how many shots are needed and automatically shoots the sequence. It’s a feature that has been common across gimbal stabilisers but nevertheless is still impressive.
Zhiyun Crane 3S review verdict
The Crane 3S is an impressive piece of kit, and what I liked about it was the flexibility. If you’re working solo, then there’s plenty of features that will assist you with the shoot; such as the ability to attach accessories and hook up to additional supports.
It’s also incredibly easy to balance due to those powerful motors and the axis locks help out as well.
Zhiyun Crane 3S grip
The build is solid, there’s nothing dainty or weak about the construction, and it feels like a real workhorse.
That solid build and power do come at a price, and that’s the weight, you do need to be fit to shoot with it unaided for a day, but again Zhiyun has thought of that with all those connection options.
The real test comes down to the compatibility and quality of stabilisation.
On the first point, compatibility is increasing, and already through the test, all cameras that I tried with the gimbal had an acceptable level of control. If all could have the levels attributed to the Panasonic GH5, then that would be amazing. Still, even with just the ability to start and stop recording, take pictures etc as with the Sony A7 III, that was still enough to make this a worthwhile purchase.
The primary function of the Crane 3S is to provide you with a platform for shooting smooth video, and to that end, this motorised gimbal stabiliser excels.
So, yes this is a fantastic product, but who should buy it? For most enthusiasts the price and size will be off putting, it is just above the needs of those just starting out or looking for something for occasional use.
However, if you’re a professional or filmmaker, then the Crane 3S gives you more options than other similar products. Mainly the ability to mount in a variety of ways making it incredibly flexible in use.
Attach the Crane 3S to a Crane, rig, flowline, dolly or any equipment that enables motion, and it won’t let you down.
Handheld some might find it heavy, you’re looking at a minimum of 5kg, but during several tests out in the field, I carried it for well over an hour without issue. The design of the handles makes it easy and comfortable to carry when not filming.
When filming, I could happily control the gimbal position for around five minutes before a quick rest and the more you use it, the more you discover the comfortable positions to hold.
Overall I have to say I was blown away with the quality of the Crane 3S. Its performance throughout was excellent, and for handheld static and motion shots, the quality of the stabilisation was exceptional.
For faster-moving and running shots, the Crane 3S really stood out.
For any professional videographer or filmmaker needing a highly versatile gimbal then there’s really nothing else this good at this kind of size and price.
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In response to the grim situation of the domestic economic recession, Brazilian President Rousseff announced on the 24th the "National Export Plan" at the Presidential Palace, aiming to boost economic growth by expanding Brazil economy exports.
Rousseff said that Brazil is the seventh largest economy in the world, but its export revenue is only ranked 25th. She said that encouraging Brazilian economic exports will be an important measure for the government to resume economic growth in order to stimulate the economy, increase competitiveness and increase employment.
To promote exports, the Brazilian government will adjust a series of policies including diplomacy, industry, finance and taxation. Rousseff pointed out that in foreign policy, Brazil will be committed to "prioritizing new markets." She said: "We will reach an agreement with any country and region without prejudice." She also stressed that the negotiations with the EU's free trade agreement will strive to make a breakthrough before the end of the year.
In terms of industrial policy, Brazil will focus on encouraging exports of manufactured goods and services, especially engineering exports. Rousseff said that in view of the fall in international commodity prices, exports of manufactured goods and services are expected to increase the added value of products. To this end, the government will be complemented by a proactive fiscal policy, and the budget for subsidizing corporate exports this year will increase by 30% to R$1.5 billion (about US$500 million). At the same time, the National Economic and Social Development Bank will strengthen export credit.
In terms of tax policy, Rousseff promised to gradually increase the export tax rebate rate of enterprises from the current 1% to 2% in 2017, and will further increase to 3% in 2018.
The report released by the Brazilian central bank on the same day predicts that the Brazilian economy will shrink by 1.1% this year, while the inflation rate will rise to 9%.
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Brazilian trade surplus hit $67 billion in 2017, the highest since Brazil foreign trade statistics began in 1989, data from the ministry of industry, trade and services (multi) showed Tuesday. The trade ministry said Brazil's trade surplus grew 40.5 percent in 2017. In 2016, Brazil's foreign trade surplus was 47.69 billion us dollars, which was then the highest in history.
In 2017, Brazil's exports and imports were $217.74 billion and $15.74 billion, respectively, up 18.5 percent and 10.5 percent from the previous year, according to the data.Brazil's trade and industry minister Marcos Pereira said that despite a record trade surplus in 2016, exports and imports fell 3.5 percent and 20 percent, respectively, from 2015. However, the trade ministry forecasts Brazil's trade surplus will fall to about $50bn in 2018 after two consecutive years of record highs.
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