Shooting video with your smartphone is convenient but often the results are pretty jarring with lots of shake and jitter. The Zhiyun SmoothQ is an affordable motorized gimbal which smooths out your video and is easy to use. In this episode, we have a closer look at the SmoothQ to see whether it might be a good option for you.
For the audio enthusiasts out there, can you identify the glaring audio issue with this episode?
Gear featured and used to record this episode:
Zhiyun SmoothQ Motorized Gimbal (Amazon USA, Amazon UK)
Manfrotto Monopod (for crane shots)
DPA 4017B Shotgun Microphone My new favorite shotgun microphone
Sound Devices 633 Audio Mixer/Recorder
Aputure Light Storm COB120t LED Light (Key Light)
Aputure Light Dome Soft Box (for COB120t key light)
Panasonic GH4 Camera