In the world of gimbals and stabilizers, Zhiyun is one of the industries leading pioneers. Zhiyun believes innovation is the primary force that enables breakthroughs in technological advances and development. Among its vast line of products are professional and consumer gimbals, such as the all-new Zhiyun Crane M2 S 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer.
If you want steadicam-style footage, you need a gimbal. It is a powered stabilization system that delivers smooth results without a ton of hassle. With the Crane M2 S, enthusiasts, professionals, and consumers alike can use full-frame mirrorless cameras. Let’s look at some more details about the Crane M2 S Gimbal Stabilizer.
Key Features of the Crane M2 S Gimbal:
- Zhiyun Quick Release System 4.0
- Built-in, Ultra-bright Fill Light – CRI: 90+ Color Temperature: 5500K
- Compact Ultra-Portable Design
- Dimensions: 9.45 x 2.76 x 5.91 inches
- Weight: 1.21lbs
- Full Range POV, Vortex, Go, and more operating modes
- 1 Lithium Polymer Battery Required (included)
- Long Battery Life – 1150mAh
- Faster Charging, and Direct Camera Charging
- Borrows Features From Crane M3
With the Crane M2 S Gimbal Stabilizer, you get a lightweight, strong, and cost-effective camera gimbal that’s packed with plenty of useful features. It is also compatible with a wide range of cameras and is easy to set up.
Overview
A comfortable user experience is assured by the ergonomic design of the Crane M2 S Gimbal Stabilizer. You can hold a variety of cameras — like mobile phones, action cams, and mirrorless cameras. Its lightweight body, powerful motors, and longer axis make it a must-have — especially for run-and-gun filmmakers and videographers. The integrated fill light uses outstanding Lumen Amplifier technology to provide 1000 lumens of brightness from a 2.8cm light source. The adjustable 5-level light and four included color filters provide endless creative possibilities.
A .66 inch OLED display screen on the gimbal lets you keep track of the status and parameters of your camera and gimbal. The Crane M2 S features a V-shaped quick-release design that features dual safety locks at the push of one lock button, which ensures safety and efficiency when docking your camera.
The gimbal comes with a mini tripod as well. It attaches at the bottom so that you can use it as either a tripod or a stand. Although, it can also work as an extension so you have better control over the gimbal and camera. Crane M2 S supports a maximum 12W PD Fast Charge via USB C. This means full-charge times can be reduced to an hour and 40 minutes, with a total operation runtime of up to ten hours. Remember that battery run time may vary based on specific use scenarios.
Six Operation Modes
Utilizing the various shooting modes will help to unlock new ideas that add to your creativity.
- Pan Follow – As you turn the gimbal left and right, the camera pans.
- Follow – The camera follows the movement of the gimbal handle.
- Lock – With the camera direction locked, you’ll never miss a moment.
- POV – The full-range POV mode allows for 360° synchronous movement on all three axis. Rather than leveling off during motion, the camera remains locked in position enabling true POV shots.
- Vortex – Create 360° barrel shots in all dimensions.
- Go – Enables fast pan and tilt motions for speedy action shots.
Wrapping Up
In order to deliver a better experience for filmmakers and content creators, Zhiyun is dedicated to arduous research and innovation. The brand is one of the most trustworthy in the industry. Their new handheld stabilizer, the Crane M2 S Gimbal Stabilizer, is an upgrade to the Crane M2 and brings many improvements to the product line. If you’re looking to buy a high-quality stabilizer at an affordable price, this is a great option.
The Zhiyun Crane M2 S is also available in a combo kit, which includes a spill-resistant, customized bag with dedicated spaces to store the Crane M2 S. Another worthwhile accessory — the Zhiyun TransMount Image Transmitter 2.0 for Crane 2S/3S and Weebill S — is also available. The remote control of the camera allows you to check battery level, adjust ISO, shutter speed, aperture, and more — giving you complete control over your filmmaking.
