Sure, it doesn’t have XLR ports and the smaller sensor does have some low light issues, but the HC-X1500 is nonetheless a very impressive package, and as mentioned, at the current knock down price available is simply brilliant in my opinion.
Review: Zhiyun Weebill 3S Gimbal
The gimbal has come a l-o-n-g-way from being a simple camera stabiliser. The latest models from companies such as DJI, Feiyutech and Zhiyun these days incorporate sophisticated electronics and add-ons far in advanced of their predecessors. The latest for me is the flagship model Weebill 3S from Zhiyun - which...
Review: Zhiyun MOLUS X100 Lighting System
The latest new product to cross my desk is yet another lighting system under the MOLUS monicker from Zhiyun, the company that made its name originally with its range of gimbals. This time it is the MOLUS X100, a fill lighting system using a rechargeable battery. If it seems I...
Review: Zhiyun Crane-M 3S
Zhiyun have become well know over the last couple of years via its range of gimbals, and lately, its lighting systems. Indeed, it feels like the company churns out a new gimbal model each month! The latest to get to me for review is the new Crane-M 3S and I...
New MOLUS G200 and Fiveray V60 Lighting
ZHIYUN today announced two new lightweight, film-grade prosumer additions to its existing breakthrough lighting ranges; the MOLUS G200 and the FIVERAY V60. ZHIYUN’s new professional lighting tools offer power, portability, and reliability, thanks to ZHIYUN’s proprietary DYNAVORT cooling technology, which prevents overheating and flickering. Both of these easy-to-use light sources...
Zhiyun Launches Crane 4 Gimbal for DSLR / Cinema Cameras
ZHIYUN has today announced the launch of its new premium camera gimbal, the CRANE 4. Stand-out features include built-in balance indicator lights at each motor provide an at-a-glance indicator of their balance calibration status. Meanwhile, Bluetooth connectivity provides direct shutter control to supporting cameras, removing the possibility of a cable...
Review: DJI RS3 Mini (plus a bit more).
In the Blue corner we have the Zhiyun Crane M3S, designed for smaller interchangeable lens camera and mobile phones, and now, in the red corner, we have the DJI RS3 Mini, also designed for smaller interchangeable lens cameras – but can also take some of the larger full frame cameras...
The perfect camera / drone backpack? Maybe…
I have been searching for the ‘perfect’ camera / drone backpack for more time than I care to think. I would have thoughts my needs were simple; lots of adjustable compartments, plenty of external pockets, water resistant with a raincoat available, comfortable and able to carry a tripod and drinks...
New Zhiyun Gimbals – Ultra-Portable CRANE – M 3S and WEEBILL 3S
To quote Roy and HG, when too many gimbals are never enough, Zhiyun has upped the ante in the gimbal stakes yet again with the CRANE M3S and Weebill 3S. Zhiyun describe them as "two ultra-portable products that break new ground in the professional stabilizer market and will catalyze a...
The Perfect Hardware Combo of Gear? My Choices. For Now Anyway…
I am luckier than most in that I get to play with a lot of gear, ranging from cameras to camcorders and action cams to gimbals, drones, microphones of all types and even tripods. There are some “off-beat” gadgets too like the MSM for astrophotography and the brilliant little Pluto...