Comparison Zhiyun Smooth-XS vs Zhiyun Smooth-X Combo

The range of rotation angles supported by the steadicam.

In this case, it means turning the camera to the right or left, without tilting back and forth.

The range of roll angles (to the side) supported by the steadicam.

Can be recorded in two ways (See "Tilt Range")

The maximum size of the phone that can be installed in the steadicam mount.

— Timelapse. Shooting video in Time-Lapse mode involves a very low frame rate (one frame every few seconds, or even minutes). In the finished video, the effect of fast movement is achieved (for example, the day from sunrise to sunset fits in just a few minutes). However, this is the general principle of Time Lapse; but the specific ways of its implementation may be different depending on the specific model of the stabilizer.

- Selfie mode. A separate mode for shooting selfies (self-portraits). This function can be implemented in different ways, depending on the purpose of the device. It is aimed at filming himself and the immediate environment of the operator.

- Sports mode. The mode is designed for high-quality shooting of dynamic scenes in motion. In sports mode, the stabilizer automatically compensates for frame deviations from the reference location, while the motor runs at the highest possible speed.

- Autopanorama. In this shooting mode, the camera attached to the device automatically rotates around its axis, taking a series of shots, from which the finished panoramic image is then “glued together”. Most often, this function involves the creation of horizontal panoramas, however, camera movement in the vertical plane can also be provided.

— Tracking mode. Automatic tracking of a certain object by pointing the camera so that the shooting target is constantly in the center of the image, or at least in the frame. The subject for tracking is set by the steadicam operator.

— Inversion mode.... This mode allows you to turn the fixture upside down, retaining all its functions and camera position. It will come in handy when shooting from atypical angles (for example, from the ground).

— Mount for the phone(like a screen). The ability to use your smartphone as your own steadicam screen. The device's camera is not used in this case: filming is carried out either on the built-in camera of the steadicam, or on the action-camera attached to it. Note that the smartphone can be used not only as a viewfinder, but also to control the camera; specific features depend on the Steadicam model.

— Focus management (Follow Focus). A device that allows the steadicam controls to focus the lens on the installed camera. Greatly simplifies the use of manual focus lenses.

— Two- handed handle. The two-handed grip increases agility, stability and precision.

— Quick release platform. This element makes it possible to quickly install and remove the camera from the steadicam without resorting to the use of third-party tools.

— Tripod. The presence of a small tripod in the steadicam package — a tripod, which allows you to use the device in a stationary position, setting it on a flat hard surface. Mostly the tripod in the steadicam is removable.

— Remote control. The presence in the configuration of a small remote control for remote control steadicam. Convenient for off-hand shooting when the device is installed at a r...emote distance, for example, on a car.