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DJI Mobile 7 vs ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard

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DJI Mobile 7 Gimbal

DJI Mobile 7 Gimbal

  • Stabilisation: 3-axis motorized stabilization; 7th-generation DJI stabilization.
  • About 300 g.
  • Battery: Li-Po 1S.
  • 12.06 Wh of stored energy.
  • About 10 hours per charge.
KSh 14,000In Stock
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ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit

ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit

  • 625 g with battery.
  • Battery: Built-in rechargeable battery; Operating voltage: 6.5–8.4 V; nominal 7.4 V.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Bluetooth 4.2.
  • Three-axis motorized stabilization.
KSh 25,000In Stock
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DJI Osmo Mobile 7P GimbalKSh 16,000
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DJI Osmo Mobile 6KSh 15,500
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Our quick verdict

The DJI Mobile 7 Gimbal has a bigger battery (3,350 mAh), is lighter (about 300 g) and has built-in tripod, while the ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit lasts longer between charges (up to 24 hours).

Battery capacity

DJI Mobile 7 Gimbal
Li-Po 1S
ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
Built-in rechargeable battery; Operating voltage: 6.5–8.4 V; nominal 7.4 V

Connections

DJI Mobile 7 Gimbal
Bluetooth 5.3 connection
ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
Bluetooth 4.2 connection

Tracking

DJI Mobile 7 Gimbal
Yes, ActiveTrack via DJI Mimo
ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
SmartFollow through the ZY Cami app

Weight

DJI Mobile 7 Gimbal
About 300 g
ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
625 g

Mounting

DJI Mobile 7 Gimbal
1/4" bottom screw hole, USB-C charging port
ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
1/4-inch tripod mounting hole, USB-C charging / firmware port

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

DJI Mobile 7 Gimbal

  • Bigger battery: 3,350 mAh (vs 2,600 mAh).
  • Built-in tripod: integrated tripod.
  • Lighter: about 300 g (vs 625 g).
  • Lower price: KSh 14,000 (vs KSh 25,000).
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.3 (vs 4.2).
  • Newer model: released in 2025 (vs 2022).

ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit

  • Longer rated battery life: up to 24 hours (vs 10 hours).
  • Also in the box: detachable tripod.

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PriorityDJI Mobile 7 GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
TrackingYes, ActiveTrack via DJI MimoSmartFollow through the ZY Cami app
Battery lifeAbout 10 hours per charge2,600 mAh battery
WeightAbout 300 g625 g
CameraStabilisation: 3-axis motorized stabilization; 7th-generation DJI stabilizationBluetooth shutter control on phones that support volume-button capture
Battery capacity3,350 mAh battery2,600 mAh battery
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 4.2

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Mobile 7 GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
BrandDJIZHIYUN
ModelOsmo Mobile 7SMOOTH 5S; Hardware model: SM118
AnnouncedFebruary 18, 20252022
TypeSmartphone gimbalSmartphone gimbal
Stabilization3-axis motorized stabilization; 7th-generation DJI stabilizationThree-axis motorized stabilization; Following accuracy: Static deviation: ±0.01° to ±0.04°; motion deviation: ±0.05° to ±0.3°
ColorGray—

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Mobile 7 GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
DimensionsUnfolded: 278 × 107 × 93 mm; folded: 179 × 95 × 39 mm311 × 168 × 52 mm
WeightApprox. 300 g including built-in tripod and magnetic phone clamp625 g, including battery and tripod

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Mobile 7 GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
Battery TypeLi-Po 1SBuilt-in rechargeable battery; Operating voltage: 6.5–8.4 V; nominal 7.4 V
Battery Capacity3350 mAh (12.06 Wh)2,600 mAh
Battery LifeApprox. 10 hoursApprox. 2.5–24 hours; tested at 25°C with a balanced iPhone XR; shortest runtime with fill light at maximum, longest in standby with lights off
Charging TimeApprox. 2.5 hours with a 10W USB-C charger; Charging temperature: 5°C to 40°CApprox. 2 hours with 15 W fast charging; up to 4 hours with a 5 V / 2 A adapter at 25°C; Charging temperature: 0°C to 45°C
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Device ChargingYes — can charge a connected smartphoneYes; USB-C phone output, 5 V / 1 A maximum

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Mobile 7 GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 4.2

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Mobile 7 GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
Subject TrackingYes — ActiveTrack via DJI Mimo; optional Multifunctional Module trackingSmartFollow through the ZY Cami app
Built-in TripodYes — integrated tripodNo
Extension RodNoNo
Fill LightOptional — via DJI OM Multifunctional ModuleBuilt-in tilt-axis fill light; supports up to two optional magnetic lights
Special FeaturesQuick Fold and Quick Launch; optional DJI Mic Mini reception through module; gesture control; ShotGuides; one-tap editing; Apple Watch remote control; Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°CPF, L, F, POV, Vortex and GO modes; portrait / landscape shooting; ZY Cami Smart templates, timelapse and editing; Operating temperature: -10°C to 45°C

Compatibility & Mounting

Compatibility & Mounting specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Mobile 7 GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
Supported DeviceSmartphonesCompatible smartphones; check the manufacturer model compatibility list
Tested PayloadNot applicable150–300 g
Compatible Phone Weight170-300 g150–300 g
Compatible Phone SizeWidth: 67-84 mm; thickness: 6.9-10 mmClamp width: 50–90 mm; phone thickness: under 10 mm
Camera CompatibilitySmartphone gimbal; see DJI smartphone compatibility listNot applicable
Mounting SystemDJI OM Magnetic Phone Clamp 4Adjustable smartphone clamp; balance the phone before powering on
Accessory Mounts / Ports1/4" bottom screw hole; USB-C charging port1/4-inch tripod mounting hole; USB-C charging / firmware port; wrist-strap hole; USB-C phone charging output; magnetic fill-light slots

Gimbal & Movement

Gimbal & Movement specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Mobile 7 GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
AxesPan, tilt and rollTilt, roll and pan
Mechanical RangePan: -109° to 222°; roll: -77° to 255°; tilt: -224° to 100°Tilt: -140° to +209°; roll: -90° to +259°; pan: -180° to +180°
Controllable RangePan: -99° to 210°; roll: -67° to 245°; tilt: -20° to 40°Tilt: -90° to +170°; roll: -50° to +50°; pan: -180° to +180°
Max Control Speed120°/s—
Axis LocksManual folding/storage locksManual axis locks for folding and storage
Vertical ShootingYesPortrait and landscape mounting supported

Connectivity & Control

Connectivity & Control specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Mobile 7 GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
AppDJI MimoZY Cami and StaCam; functions depend on phone/app support
Camera ControlBluetooth/app camera control; optional Multifunctional Module supports native and third-party camera-app trackingBluetooth shutter control on phones that support volume-button capture; additional controls through ZY Cami / StaCam
ControlsJoystick, shutter/record button, M button and triggerJoystick, mode/menu buttons, focus/zoom wheel and selector, photo/video button, FN button, trigger and power button

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Mobile 7 GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
In the BoxOsmo Mobile 7, DJI OM Magnetic Phone Clamp 4, USB-C to USB-C power cable (50 cm), storage pouchSMOOTH 5S gimbal; detachable tripod; USB-C cable; quick-start guide

Similarities

  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Same type: smartphone gimbal.
  • Neither has an extension rod.

In summary

For most buyers the DJI Mobile 7 Gimbal is the better buy; the ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit makes sense if you want longer battery life.

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