Let Zhiyun’s new Crane take the strain

Photographers who also shoot video and want to take their efforts to the next level are being tempted with a premium Zhiyun Crane 4

Key features of this three-axis handheld gimbal stabiliser include built-in balance indicator lights at each motor to provide an at-a-glance indication of calibration status. Bluetooth connectivity delivers direct shutter control of the supported camera, removing the possibility of a cable getting in the way. Operators can easily start or stop recording,
as well as trigger photo capture remotely. 

Furthermore, the gimbal can withstand a payload equivalent to heavier full-frame DSLRs, as well as compact cinema cameras like the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K. Four high-capacity batteries offer up to 12 hours of use, a 1.22-inch colour touchscreen gives precise control, and a fill light provides 10W of power. The basic Crane 4 costs £669, while a Combo kit with various extras is £749.

zhiyun-tech.com

Originally published in Issue 110 of Photography News.