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ZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3 vs ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard

Compare stabilisation, payload, battery and tracking.

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ZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3

ZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3

  • Stabilisation: Three-axis motorized stabilization.
  • 340 g.
  • Battery: Built-in rechargeable battery; Operating voltage: 6.5–8.4 V; nominal 7.4 V.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Bluetooth 4.2.
KSh 14,300In 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 ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit has a much bigger battery (2,600 mAh) and faster recharging (2 hours), while the ZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3 is lighter (340 g).

Capacity

ZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3
1,300 mAh battery capacity
ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
2,600 mAh battery capacity

Weight

ZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3
340 g
ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
625 g

Camera

ZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3
Stabilisation: Three-axis motorized stabilization
ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
Bluetooth shutter control on phones that support volume-button capture

Supported device

ZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3
Smartphone
ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
Compatible smartphones

App

ZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3
ZY Cami, supported iOS/Android devices
ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
ZY Cami and StaCam, functions depend on phone/app support

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

ZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3

  • Lighter: 340 g (vs 625 g).
  • Lower price: KSh 14,300 (vs KSh 25,000).

ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit

  • Bigger battery: 2,600 mAh (vs 1,300 mAh).
  • Recharges faster: 2 hours (vs 3 hours).

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PriorityZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
ControlsJoystick, MODE button, zoom rocker, photo/video button, trigger, power button and fill-light brightness switchJoystick, mode/menu buttons, focus/zoom wheel and selector, photo/video button, FN button
Battery life1,300 mAh battery2,600 mAh battery
Weight340 g625 g
CameraStabilisation: Three-axis motorized stabilizationBluetooth shutter control on phones that support volume-button capture
ConnectionsBluetooth 4.2Bluetooth 4.2
Charging timeApprox. 3 hours with a 5 V / 2 A adapter at 25°CApprox. 2 hours with 15 W fast charging

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
BrandZHIYUNZHIYUN
ModelSMOOTH-Q3; Hardware model: SM113SMOOTH 5S; Hardware model: SM118
Announced20212022
TypeSmartphone GimbalSmartphone gimbal
StabilizationThree-axis motorized stabilizationThree-axis motorized stabilization; Following accuracy: Static deviation: ±0.01° to ±0.04°; motion deviation: ±0.05° to ±0.3°

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
DimensionsFolded: 45 × 154 × 180 mm; unfolded: 90 × 127 × 279 mm311 × 168 × 52 mm
Weight340 g625 g, including battery and tripod

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
Battery TypeBuilt-in rechargeable battery; Operating voltage: 6.5–8.4 V; nominal 7.4 VBuilt-in rechargeable battery; Operating voltage: 6.5–8.4 V; nominal 7.4 V
Battery Capacity1,300 mAh2,600 mAh
Battery LifeApprox. 7 hours active use or up to 15 hours standby; tested at 25°C with a balanced iPhone XRApprox. 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. 3 hours with a 5 V / 2 A adapter at 25°C; Charging temperature: 0°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 Charging—Yes; USB-C phone output, 5 V / 1 A maximum

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
BluetoothBluetooth 4.2Bluetooth 4.2

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
Subject TrackingSmartFollow through the ZY Cami appSmartFollow through the ZY Cami app
Built-in TripodNoNo
Extension RodNoNo
Fill LightBuilt-in LED light; three brightness levels; 180° rotationBuilt-in tilt-axis fill light; supports up to two optional magnetic lights
Special FeaturesPF, L, F, POV, Vortex and GO modes; portrait / landscape shooting; ZY Cami Smart templates, timelapse and editing; Operating temperature: -10°C to 45°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
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
Supported DeviceSmartphoneCompatible smartphones; check the manufacturer model compatibility list
Tested Payload150–280 g150–300 g
Compatible Phone Weight150–280 g150–300 g
Compatible Phone SizeClamp width: 55–90 mm; phone thickness: 7–10 mmClamp width: 50–90 mm; phone thickness: under 10 mm
Camera CompatibilityNot applicableNot applicable
Mounting SystemAdjustable smartphone clamp; balance the phone before powering onAdjustable smartphone clamp; balance the phone before powering on
Accessory Mounts / Ports1/4-inch tripod mounting hole; USB-C charging / firmware port; wrist-strap hole1/4-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
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
AxesTilt; roll; panTilt, roll and pan
Mechanical RangeTilt: -260° to +80°; roll: -170° to +170°; pan: -150° to +150°Tilt: -140° to +209°; roll: -90° to +259°; pan: -180° to +180°
Axis LocksTilt and roll axis fixing buckles for storageManual axis locks for folding and storage
Vertical ShootingPortrait / landscape switch by triple-pressing the triggerPortrait and landscape mounting supported
Controllable Range—Tilt: -90° to +170°; roll: -50° to +50°; pan: -180° to +180°

Connectivity & Control

Connectivity & Control specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
AppZY Cami; supported iOS/Android devicesZY Cami and StaCam; functions depend on phone/app support
Camera ControlBluetooth shutter control on phones that support volume-button capture; additional controls through ZY CamiBluetooth shutter control on phones that support volume-button capture; additional controls through ZY Cami / StaCam
ControlsJoystick, MODE button, zoom rocker, photo/video button, trigger, power button and fill-light brightness switchJoystick, 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
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit
In the BoxSMOOTH-Q3 gimbal; detachable tripod; USB-C cable; quick-start guideSMOOTH 5S gimbal; detachable tripod; USB-C cable; quick-start guide

Similarities

  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both go up to 8.4 V (battery type).
  • Same type: Smartphone Gimbal.
  • Same subject tracking: SmartFollow through the ZY Cami app.
  • Neither has built-in tripod.

In summary

For most buyers the ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S Standard Kit is the better buy; the ZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3 makes sense if you want a lighter build.

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