The Zhiyun-Tech Crane v2 is a 3-axis handheld gimbal stabilizer offering 360° rotation along all three axes. It offers button-powered, continuous rotation along the pan axis, and manual, non-stop circular rotation along the tilt and roll axes.

Design

The Crane is designed for DSLR and mirrorless cameras weighing up to 3.9 lb, such as the Sony a7S and Panasonic GH4, and includes an attachable lens support for long lenses. The Crane features three 32-bit MCUs (motor control units) running in parallel at 4000 Hz, and has a step-less joystick at your fingertips that allows switching between different modes. Cameras attach by securing a simple thumb screw without any tools, and full setup can be achieved within a minute.

Features

A 1/4″-20 threaded mounting hole on the bottom also allows use with monopods and various other support equipment. The Crane can also be controlled wirelessly from an iOS/Android app (available from Zhiyun-Tech) via a built-in Bluetooth connection to your phone. The Crane runs on and comes with two 26500 batteries, which feature a 12-18 hour runtime. Includes 4 operational modes (locked, pan-follow, pan/tilt follow, and inverted) which provide versatility for all types of shots, while tool-less mounting components save time and effort. Supports a maximum payload weight of 1800 grams for almost all types of mirrorless and DSLR cameras. Can be utilized with the Zhiyun smartphone app, which can be used to pan/tilt/roll the gimbal, update the firmware, and calibrate remotely. Includes 1 set of 26500 batteries which provide an average battery life of 12 hours. Connect tripods, monopods, and more with the 1/4″ screw thread at the bottom of the handle. Includes a 1-year manufacturer warranty.

Conclusion

Zhiyun Crane V2 offers a better form factor and improved control panel, with all the buttons on the same side, enhanced base plate system and twice as powerful rechargeable batteries. The Zhiyun Crane V2 is available on Tomtop selling for $489 with $160 coupon code: HTY160ZY for Discount.