If you want your photos and videos taken from your smartphone to be of impeccable quality, we will help you choose the best stabilizer for your smartphone 2019-2020, tell about the advantages and disadvantages of each model of steadicam.
What to look for when choosing the best stabilizer for your smartphone
- Steadicams are not always compatible with any phone. This is because some of them come with software that is compatible only with a specific version of the operating system. For example, some stabilizers will only work with a specific version of Android or IOS.
- The size of the smartphone also matters. It is advisable to choose a universal type stabilizer, suitable for small devices and for "shovels."
- The number of axles is important when it comes to the flexibility of the stabilizer. 2-axis steadicams allow you to adjust the phone in 2 directions. On the other hand, the 3-axis stabilizer allows adjustment in 3 directions, which provides the best video recording angle.
- The grip of the steadicam with the user's palm should be exceptional in order to ensure optimal video shooting. Ideally, the handle should be rubberized or soft touch. Also, it should have a shutter button so that you do not have to search for it on the smartphone screen.
We figured out the theory, now we turn to the top ten best steadicams, selected by rating and reviews on Yandex.Market and various specialized sites.
Stabilizer rating for smartphone 2019-2020
10. FeiyuTech Vimble 2
The average price is 7,190 rubles
Specifications:
- mount: smartphone
- use: manual, on a tripod
- Bluetooth
- battery: built-in
- number of stabilization axles: three
- stabilizer weight 428 g
- holder width 57-84 mm
- sliding
Opens a selection of the best steadicam for phones convenient model that allows you to easily switch between selfie mode, auto pan and time lapse. If necessary, you can lock the axis or fix the position of the camera.
FeiyuTech Vimble 2 also has an automatic rotation mode that follows a predefined route when turning.
Another useful addition to this model is the ability to easily change direction from horizontal to vertical to provide a wide variety of shooting scenes.
Also, the stabilizer boasts tracking features of the face and object, which makes it a great companion for all your needs when creating video content.
pros: Will last 5 hours with continuous shooting and up to 10 hours when working intermittently. A small tripod is included. You can charge the battery with the power supply using the USB cable.
Minuses: The pot-bellied smartphone will not fit, it gets very hot during operation.
9. Snoppa Atom
The average price is 7 899 rubles
Specifications:
- mount: smartphone
- use: manual
- Bluetooth
- number of stabilization axles: three
- stabilizer weight 440 g
This is a strong and lightweight stabilizer, which is suitable for most smartphone models thanks to its wide holder - 55-90 mm
It supports time lapse and auto panorama, allows you to take great selfies or track the desired objects. And on the stabilizer handle is a special 3.5 mm jack that allows you to connect a directional or lavalier microphone.
Intelligent Snoppa Atom features allow the user to enjoy smooth and fast shooting even on the move.
pros: comfortable handle, up to 24 hours of continuous use.
Minuses: difficult to configure, the steadicam application is not too functional for Android (for example, you cannot select 60fps and 4K resolution).
8. Zhiyun Smooth 4
The average price is 7,490 rubles
Specifications:
- mount: smartphone
- use: manual, on a tripod
- Bluetooth
- number of stabilization axles: three
- stabilizer weight 547 g
This three-axis stabilizer supports almost all types of modern shooting methods. With many hot keys, you can easily switch between different modes without the touch screen of your phone.
Zhiyun Smooth 4 also has a time lapse, tracking, auto pan and invert mode, can block the desired axis and fix the camera position.
Tracking objects with this steadicam is as enjoyable as a walk in the park, so you will not miss any emotions on human faces, nor moving objects or other necessary data.
pros: the kit includes a tripod, excellent build quality, works up to 12 hours on a full charge and can be charged using the USB port, can be used for both a smartphone and GoPro (an adapter is needed).
Minuses: bulky, poor software for Android, to solve this problem, users are advised to install the FilmicPro application.
7. Moza Mini-S Essential
Average price - 4,290 rubles
Specifications:
- mount: smartphone
- use: manual, on a tripod
- Bluetooth
- battery: built-in
- number of stabilization axles: three
- folding
- supported smartphone width from 58 to 88 mm
This low-cost smartphone stabilizer has a slim body and folds easily for easy carrying.
To ensure good video quality, Steadicam uses anti-shake technology (the built-in sensor has constant contact with the brushless motor). And for efficient charging, it comes with two USB 5V charging ports.
The Mini-S Essential also boasts built-in artificial intelligence technology to quickly track one or more objects. The Moza Genie app for iOS and Android adds advanced features like slow motion and vertigo to the functionality of this device. 2400 mAh batteries last for 10 hours.
pros: well-thought-out ergonomics, a three-axis design provides 360-degree rotation, a convenient folding design, a mini tripod is included.
Minuses: made of not too strong plastic, not compatible with all mobile phones.
6. Gmini GM-STD3200B
The average price is 6,250 rubles
Specifications:
- mount: smartphone
- use: manual, on a tripod
- Bluetooth
- battery: built-in
- number of stabilization axles: three
- stabilizer weight 470 g
Beautiful, comfortable, functional - these are the three words that best characterize this model. It quickly connects to the smartphone via bluetooth, and the connection "does not fall off" on either Android or iOS.
Gmini GM-STD3200B supports models with a screen diagonal of up to 6 inches, and even a large smartphone firmly "sits" in the steadicam, does not hang out while walking. It is equipped with a stabilization mode, an object tracking mode and allows you to take a panoramic picture (even create a panorama of several frames). What else do you need from a good and inexpensive steadicam?
pros: easy to use, supports most smartphones, works up to 12 hours.
Minuses: the quality of the materials is average, which is why the device looks cheap, there is a stand in the kit, but it is unstable.
5. Zhiyun Crane-M2
The average price is 16,450 rubles
Specifications
- mount: GoPro, smartphone, action camera
- use: manual, on a tripod, on a GoPro mount
- Bluetooth
- number of stabilization axles: three
- stabilizer weight 500 g
Inexpensive and reliable station wagon among stabilizers for smartphones. Weighing just 500 grams, the Crane-M2 is fast becoming the favorite gadget for selfie lovers and travelers. Moreover, you can install GoPro in it. For this, the delivery set has a universal platform, with a long hole for installing an action camera and a short one for a mobile phone and GoPro.
There is a button on the handle of the steadicam that allows you to quickly change the shooting mode, and next to it is another button - for the shutter release. There is also proximity control.
pros: supports many shooting modes, including rotation around the axis, with a beautiful tilt and a sports mode for shooting with fast-changing frames.
Minuses: operating time only 7 hours.
4. Sirui Pocket Stabilizer
The average price is 2 990 rubles
Specifications:
- mount: smartphone
- use: manual
- Bluetooth
- battery: built-in
- number of stabilization axles: one
- stabilizer weight 145 g
This is the cheapest and lightest stabilizer for a smartphone in our selection. It comes in a pocket-sized design that can fit even in a small handbag. And thanks to its small size, the Pocket Stabilizer almost does not shake when shooting, which ensures good quality photos and videos.
With all this, it holds smartphones even large in size, such as the iPhone Xs Max.
It has Bluetooth for more convenient connection to a smartphone and sharing content. And at the bottom of the stabilizer is a bright LED that allows you to increase the brightness of shooting in low light conditions.
pros: beautiful shiny design, lightweight and convenient to use, there is a mirror on the back wall so you can take a good selfie.
Minuses: The battery lasts only 3 hours.
3. DJI Ronin-SC
The average price is 27,490 rubles
Specifications:
- mount: smartphone, action camera
- use: manual, on a tripod
- Bluetooth
- battery: built-in
- number of stabilization axles: three
- stabilizer weight 830 g
- sliding
This is a “bird of high flight”, which will also hold a large smartphone and a high-quality action camera weighing up to 2 kg. The DJI Ronin-SC has the ability to lock all axes, and its battery can be disconnected to make the device even more portable. According to the manufacturer, this steadicam can work for 11 hours without a break.
This stabilizer supports several video recording modes, including panning, dynamic time lapse and shooting with a rotation angle of 360 °. And the ActiveTrack function is responsible for the optimal interaction of the smartphone with the Ronin application and the stabilizer itself, which gives high smoothness and accuracy of the steadicam movement.
Another interesting feature of the stabilizer is Force Mobile - a system that allows you to remotely control the movements of the DJI Ronin-SC by moving and tilting the phone in those directions in which the stabilizer should move and tilt. This feature is currently limited to iOS devices.
pros: wide functionality, a lot of customizable options for shooting in the Ronin application, excellent build quality, the package includes everything you need to create high-quality video content, from a carrying case to a focus handwheel, lens holder and tripod.
Minuses: high price, some cameras are not compatible with all stabilizer functions.
2. Relice S5
The average price is 4 599 rubles
Specifications:
- mount: smartphone
- use: manual
- Bluetooth
- battery: built-in
- number of stabilization axles: three
- stabilizer weight 470 g
This gadget is the right choice if you want to get acquainted with the main advantages of a good steadicam, but do not want to spend money on extra options.
Relice S5 is compatible with devices with screen sizes up to 6 inches, has a direct connection to the phone, and can shoot in panoramic mode. He also has two useful modes: stabilization and tracking objects.
A powerful battery allows Relice S5 to work for 12 hours of continuous recording.
pros: low weight, excellent value for money, very smooth shooting.
Minuses: not.
1. DJI Osmo Mobile 2
The average price is 13 990 rubles
Specifications:
- mount: smartphone
- use: manual
- Bluetooth
- battery: built-in
- number of stabilization axles: three
- stabilizer weight 485 g
This smartphone stabilizer has been designed to allow you to capture incredible moments in a light and cinematic manner. Dynamic time lapse allows you to move from place to place during shooting, while the movements do not affect the smoothness of the video.
We note a useful feature called “World in Panoramas”, which allows you to combine several images into one amazing, seamless image. The stabilizer also allows you to set your smartphone to landscape or portrait mode.
On a full charge, the steadicam provides about 15 hours of shooting, and it can also charge a "tired smartphone" directly during operation.
pros: Osmo Mobile 2 is made from composite materials that are both lightweight and durable. He has a selfie mode, fixing the position of the camera and axis, inversion and tracking mode.
Minuses: high price, short charging cord, phones with a screen larger than 5.5.-inches do not fit, or you will have to sacrifice balancing.
