stabilizing gimbals for over 25 years. I have not used one that is this precise and comfortable to use. I have various cameras that I can easily connect to this Gimbal.
Some of the issues with many electronic gimbals I have used have been the motor quality, challenge setting up and the battery life. First, the Weebill S is so easy to setup, especially with the locking arms. Just take it one step at a time. If you are using the same camera, the included quick release makes it so easy to connect your camera and get recording quickly - which is often needed in various recording situations. Another issue I have seen in other brands has been the motor quality. The Weebill S allows me to use my camera with large lens without any problems at all! I often need to record smooth walking and moving shots in lower light, so I need to use larger lenses. This is NO problem with the Weebill S.
Concerning battery life, the included 18650 batteries are great quality. I have used many 18650 batteries in some Nitecore Flashlights that I own, and I feel these batteries included with the Weebill S are even better quality that the Nitecore batteries. I am completely impressed with how long the battery life is on this gimbal. This was a surprise considering how powerful and smooth the motors are - even with a larger camera and lens. With other gimbals the motors seem to struggle with heavier cameras and lenses which was always a serious problem. If the shots are not smooth, they can't be used. With the new motor design on the Weebill S, every shot that I need has been smooth. In some recording settings, we only have "one take" and it is vital to get the shot correct the first time. This is the first gimbal that I have used that I have total confidence in - especially with my larger camera setup.
Now with all of technology, there is always a learning curve. Yet I have found the learning curve of the Weebill S to be very minimal. One of my favorite features on the Weebill S is the locking arms of the gimbal. This is very convenient for portability and run and gun recording situations. As mentioned earlier, calibrating or balancing this Weebill S is a breeze. Once you do it once or twice, it becomes so easy to do. Just take your time and follow the instructions. You will quickly see how easy it actually is. If anyone complains about balancing this gimbal, they most likely are not following the instructions properly or they think that they don't need to read the instructions to figure it out.
There are many other features of the Weebill S that I could go on and on about. For example, the removable and adjustable handle that allows me to hold this with both hands, high in the air, or low to the ground. One shot I needed was following a dog near the ground as a child with a disability was helping train the dog. With other gimbals, this shot would not have been possible. Thanks to the Weebill S, I was able to get just the right shot, and right the first time! I also really appreciate the location of the back arm and motor behind the camera that is tilted slightly back and lower enough for me to better see the camera screen. This is a wonderful adjustment over other gimbals.
In conclusion, it is refreshing to have a company such as Zhiyun that offers affordable high quality professional video equipment. I do a lot of video work for non-profit ministries, and strive to give them affordable yet professional video services. Zhiyun has helped me be able to provide these services by developing high quality and professional video equipment that is much less than other brands - while I believe at the same time being actually better quality.