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DJI Osmo Mobile 8 vs ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Standard

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DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal

DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal

  • Stabilisation: 3-axis motorized stabilization; 7th-generation DJI stabilization.
  • About 370 g.
  • Battery: Li-Po 1S.
  • 12.06 Wh of stored energy.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
KSh 18,500In Stock
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ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Standard Kit

ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Standard Kit

  • 615 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 20,800In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal has a bigger battery (3,350 mAh), is lighter (about 370 g) and has built-in tripod, while the ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Standard Kit lasts longer between charges (up to 25 hours).

Battery capacity

DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal
Li-Po 1S
ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Standard Kit
Built-in rechargeable battery; Operating voltage: 6.5–8.4 V; nominal 7.4 V

Connections

DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal
Bluetooth 5.3 connection
ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Standard Kit
Bluetooth 4.2 connection

Weight

DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal
About 370 g
ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Standard Kit
615 g

Mounting

DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal
1/4"-20 UNC bottom port, USB-C charging port
ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Standard Kit
1/4-inch tripod mounting hole, USB-C charging / firmware port

Camera

DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal
Stabilisation: 3-axis motorized stabilization; 7th-generation DJI stabilization
ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Standard Kit
Bluetooth shutter control on phones that support volume-button capture

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal

  • Bigger battery: 3,350 mAh (vs 2,600 mAh).
  • Built-in tripod: integrated tripod.
  • Extension rod: up to 215 mm.
  • Lighter: about 370 g (vs 615 g).
  • Lower price: KSh 18,500 (vs KSh 20,800).
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.3 (vs 4.2).

ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Standard Kit

  • Longer rated battery life: up to 25 hours (vs 10 hours).
  • Also in the box: detachable tripod.

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PriorityDJI Osmo Mobile 8 GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Standard Kit
TrackingYes, ActiveTrack 8.0, Apple DockKit and optional DJI OM Multifunctional Module trackingSmartFollow through the ZY Cami app
Battery lifeUp to 10 hours per charge2,600 mAh battery
WeightAbout 370 g615 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 Osmo Mobile 8 GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Standard Kit
BrandDJIZHIYUN
ModelOsmo Mobile 8SMOOTH 5; Hardware model: SM115
AnnouncedNovember 5, 20252021
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 8 GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Standard Kit
DimensionsUnfolded: 288 × 107 × 96 mm; folded: 190 × 95 × 46 mm311 × 168 × 52 mm
WeightApprox. 370 g including built-in tripod, magnetic phone clamp and Multifunctional Module615 g, including battery

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Osmo Mobile 8 GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 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. 4.5–25 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 8 GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Standard Kit
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 4.2

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationDJI Osmo Mobile 8 GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Standard Kit
Subject TrackingYes — ActiveTrack 8.0, Apple DockKit and optional DJI OM Multifunctional Module trackingSmartFollow through the ZY Cami app
Built-in TripodYes — integrated tripodNo
Extension RodYes — built-in, up to 215 mmNo
Fill LightOptional — via DJI OM Multifunctional ModuleSupports up to two optional magnetic fill lights; lights sold separately
Special Features360° pan rotation; native iPhone tracking with DockKit; Quick Launch; low-angle shooting; gesture control; ShotGuides; one-tap editing; 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 8 GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 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 clampAdjustable smartphone clamp; balance the phone before powering on
Accessory Mounts / Ports1/4"-20 UNC bottom port; USB-C charging port; roll-axis USB-C output port; counterweight mounting 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
SpecificationDJI Osmo Mobile 8 GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Standard Kit
AxesPan, tilt and rollTilt, roll and pan
Mechanical RangePan: 360° unlimited; roll: -77° to 255°; tilt: -224° to 100°Tilt: -140° to +209°; roll: -90° to +210°; pan: -180° to +180°
Controllable RangePan: 360° unlimited; 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 8 GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Standard Kit
AppDJI MimoZY Cami and StaCam; functions depend on phone/app support
Camera ControlBluetooth/app camera control; Apple DockKit support on compatible iPhonesBluetooth shutter control on phones that support volume-button capture; additional controls through ZY Cami / StaCam
ControlsJoystick, shutter/record button, M button, zoom/focus wheel 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 Osmo Mobile 8 GimbalZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Standard Kit
In the BoxOsmo Mobile 8, magnetic phone clamp, USB-C to USB-C power cable (50 cm), USB-C to USB-C phone charging/audio cable (15 cm), storage pouchSMOOTH 5 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 8 Gimbal is the better buy; the ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Standard Kit makes sense if you want longer battery life.

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