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Nov 24, 2022 5:01 AM

Zhiyun SMOOTH-X Smartphone Gimbal

$19

$69

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B&H Photo Video has Zhiyun Smartphone Gimbals on sale as listed below. Shipping is free.

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  • Zhiyun SMOOTH-X Smartphone Gimbal (SMOOTH-X-KIT) $19

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  • About this deal:
    • The Zhiyun SMOOTH-X Smartphone Gimbal is $50 lower (72% savings) than the list price of $69.
  • About this product:
    • 1-Year Warranty
  • About this store:
    • B&H Photo Video's return policy details are here.
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B&H Photo Video has Zhiyun Smartphone Gimbals on sale as listed below. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Editor iconian for finding this deal.

Available:
  • Zhiyun SMOOTH-X Smartphone Gimbal (SMOOTH-X-KIT) $19

Editor's Notes

Written by qwikwit | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • The Zhiyun SMOOTH-X Smartphone Gimbal is $50 lower (72% savings) than the list price of $69.
  • About this product:
    • 1-Year Warranty
  • About this store:
    • B&H Photo Video's return policy details are here.
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Nov 24, 2022 5:09 AM
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sarcasmogratisNov 24, 2022 5:09 AM
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Reviews seem positive, but multiple mention getting it for 20 or 24, so this might be a semi regular sale price.
Nov 24, 2022 5:14 AM
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PassionsNov 24, 2022 5:14 AM
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Are these things dust collectors or actually quite useful?
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Nov 24, 2022 5:45 AM
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FancyHerring5969Nov 24, 2022 5:45 AM
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Quote from Passions View quoted comment :
Are these things dust collectors or actually quite useful?
Depends on your lifestyle, but at the very least small tripods are pretty useful on trips. Buying this after watching a couple YouTube videos on it since it seems like it can help step up the vacation footage game.
Nov 24, 2022 7:28 AM
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jbloggsNov 24, 2022 7:28 AM
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Tempted to get the Zhiyun Smooth-Q3 Smartphone Gimbal
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Nov 24, 2022 8:12 AM
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cantstoplookingNov 24, 2022 8:12 AM
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Hell yeah. My other Zhiyun gimbal's battery died. Opening my wallet.
Nov 24, 2022 8:15 AM
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superslickzNov 24, 2022 8:15 AM
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So what's the main difference between the Smooth and Q3? How can a gimbal actually sell for $19?
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Nov 24, 2022 8:22 AM
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cantstoplookingNov 24, 2022 8:22 AM
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Quote from superslickz View quoted comment :
So what's the main difference between the Smooth and Q3? How can a gimbal actually sell for $19?
The Smooth X is a 2-axis gimbals whereas the Smooth Q3 is a 3-axis gimbals.

If you walk and film, you'd want the Smooth Q3.

Otherwise, you'll noticed a noticeable bounce with each step you take in the Smooth X. If you're okay with filming from a static location, the Smooth X would work.

However, be wary that older gimbals might not be able to support the weight and size of newer devices. In one Q&A, the vendor said it was best suited for the iPhone 11.
Last edited by cantstoplooking November 24, 2022 at 12:36 AM.
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Nov 24, 2022 8:27 AM
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superslickzNov 24, 2022 8:27 AM
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Quote from cantstoplooking View quoted comment :
The Smooth X is a 2-axis gimbal whereas the Smooth Q3 is a 3-axis gimbal.

If you walk and film, you want 3-axis.

Otherwise, you'll noticed a noticeable bounce with each step you take in the Smooth X. If you're okay with filming from a static location, the Smooth X would work.
Isn't the whole point of a gimbal is to shoot while moving or walking? How would a 2 axis gimbal be helpful?
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Nov 24, 2022 9:55 AM
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dakwoodsNov 24, 2022 9:55 AM
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iPhone 14 users could benefit from the more affordable Smooth X combined with iOS camera's 'Action Mode'
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Nov 24, 2022 10:29 AM
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CheapyDinglebopNov 24, 2022 10:29 AM
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Quote from cantstoplooking View quoted comment :
Hell yeah. My other Zhiyun gimbal's battery died. Opening my wallet.
I'll take it if you're just gonna chuck it! I regularly open up and find the exact pouch cell used (or hack in external USB bank) for imported goods that don't have replaceable batteries. Only problem is waiting for shipping from China..
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Nov 24, 2022 10:51 AM
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LavenderMusic942Nov 24, 2022 10:51 AM
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I don't need it and probably will use it for 15 mins but i gave in to the q3
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Nov 24, 2022 12:25 PM
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Luigis3rdcousinNov 24, 2022 12:25 PM
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Quote from jbloggs View quoted comment :
Tempted to get the Zhiyun Smooth-Q3 Smartphone Gimbal
I have the Q3…. Get a better gimbal. It doesn't give you up and down stabilization. And it really struggles with your typical smart phone size unless your rocking an iPhone 13 mini or something
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Nov 24, 2022 12:31 PM
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appleguy82Nov 24, 2022 12:31 PM
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Quote from Luigis3rdcousin View quoted comment :
I have the Q3…. Get a better gimbal. It doesn't give you up and down stabilization. And it really struggles with your typical smart phone size unless your rocking an iPhone 13 mini or something
What do you recommend then? The price seems unbeatable..
Nov 24, 2022 12:48 PM
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tanman99Nov 24, 2022 12:48 PM
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I bought this last time it was $20. I wish I hadn't. A two axis gimbal is completely useless. You'll never really be in a situation where you'd only need stabilization on two axis. It just doesn't work well. The motor is way too weak for my iPhone 12 Pro. I thought it
Ugh this not be a good gimbal at $20 but I figure I could use it as a tripod or selfie stick at least. Nope. The thing has to be on and powered otherwise your phone just flops on it like a dead fish. Worse yet is it requires you to download an app to use it. So yeah..wish I hadn't bought this piece of junk. It also didn't hold my phone very well with a case on it. I might be able to get it to work if I tried a bit harder but I just don't think it would work really well if I got it working exactly as it should. I would pass.
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Nov 24, 2022 1:03 PM
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darkxssNov 24, 2022 1:03 PM
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Picked up the Smooth-Q3. Online reviews from reputable sites (just google the model and add review) seem above average. Worse case I get it and it's not to my liking, I can return it.

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