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DJI Osmo Mobile 7P vs ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard

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DJI Osmo Mobile 7P Gimbal

DJI Osmo Mobile 7P Gimbal

  • Stabilisation: 3-axis motorized stabilization; 7th-generation DJI stabilization.
  • About 368 g.
  • Battery: Li-Po 1S.
  • 12.06 Wh of stored energy.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
KSh 16,000In 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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Our quick verdict

The DJI Osmo Mobile 7P Gimbal has a bigger battery (3,350 mAh), is lighter (about 368 g) and has built-in tripod, while the ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit lasts longer between charges (up to 24 hours).

Battery capacity

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

Tracking

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

Weight

DJI Osmo Mobile 7P Gimbal
About 368 g
ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
625 g

Mounting

DJI Osmo Mobile 7P 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 Osmo Mobile 7P Gimbal

  • Bigger battery: 3,350 mAh (vs 2,600 mAh).
  • Built-in tripod: integrated tripod.
  • Extension rod: up to 215 mm.
  • Lighter: about 368 g (vs 625 g).
  • Lower price: KSh 16,000 (vs KSh 25,000).
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.3 (vs 4.2).

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 Osmo Mobile 7P GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
TrackingYes, ActiveTrack via DJI MimoSmartFollow through the ZY Cami app
Battery lifeUp to 10 hours per charge2,600 mAh battery
WeightAbout 368 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

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General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Osmo Mobile 7P GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
BrandDJIZHIYUN
ModelOsmo Mobile 7PSMOOTH 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 Osmo Mobile 7P GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
DimensionsUnfolded: 288 × 107 × 96 mm; folded: 190 × 95 × 46 mm311 × 168 × 52 mm
WeightApprox. 368 g including built-in tripod, magnetic phone clamp and Multifunctional Module625 g, including battery and tripod

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Osmo Mobile 7P 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 hours; about 4-5 hours with intelligent tracking depending on fill-light useApprox. 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 Osmo Mobile 7P GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 4.2

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Osmo Mobile 7P GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
Subject TrackingYes — ActiveTrack via DJI Mimo; included Multifunctional Module supports native/third-party trackingSmartFollow through the ZY Cami app
Built-in TripodYes — integrated tripodNo
Extension RodYes — built-in, up to 215 mmNo
Fill LightYes — integrated in included DJI OM Multifunctional Module; adjustable brightness and color temperatureBuilt-in tilt-axis fill light; supports up to two optional magnetic lights
Special FeaturesQuick Fold and Quick Launch; 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 Osmo Mobile 7P 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 7 Series Magnetic Phone ClampAdjustable smartphone clamp; balance the phone before powering on
Accessory Mounts / Ports1/4" bottom screw hole; USB-C charging port; phone-charging/audio cable connection1/4-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 Osmo Mobile 7P 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 Osmo Mobile 7P GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
AppDJI MimoZY Cami and StaCam; functions depend on phone/app support
Camera ControlBluetooth/app camera control; 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, side wheel and trigger; module gesture controlsJoystick, 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 Osmo Mobile 7P GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
In the BoxOsmo Mobile 7P, DJI OM 7 Series Magnetic Phone Clamp, DJI OM Multifunctional Module, USB-C to USB-C power cable (50 cm), USB-C to USB-C phone charging/audio cable (15 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.

In summary

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

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