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ZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3 Combo vs ZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3

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ZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3 Combo

ZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3 Combo

  • 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 16,100In Stock
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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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Our quick verdict

The ZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3 is the better buy: it costs KSh 1,800 less, with the same 1,300 mAh battery as the ZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3 Combo.

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

ZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3 Combo

  • Also in the box: storage bag and wrist strap.

ZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3

  • Lower price: KSh 14,300 (vs KSh 16,100).

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PriorityZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3 ComboZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3
TrackingSmartFollow through the ZY Cami appSmartFollow through the ZY Cami app
ControlsJoystick, MODE button, zoom rocker, photo/video button, trigger, power button and fill-light brightness switchJoystick, MODE button, zoom rocker, photo/video button, trigger, power button and fill-light brightness switch
Battery life1,300 mAh battery1,300 mAh battery
Weight340 g340 g
CameraStabilisation: Three-axis motorized stabilizationStabilisation: Three-axis motorized stabilization
ConnectionsBluetooth 4.2Bluetooth 4.2

Detailed comparison

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General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3 ComboZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3
BrandZHIYUNZHIYUN
ModelSMOOTH-Q3 Combo; Hardware model: SM113SMOOTH-Q3; Hardware model: SM113
Announced20212021
TypeSmartphone GimbalSmartphone Gimbal
StabilizationThree-axis motorized stabilizationThree-axis motorized stabilization

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3 ComboZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3
DimensionsFolded: 45 × 154 × 180 mm; unfolded: 90 × 127 × 279 mmFolded: 45 × 154 × 180 mm; unfolded: 90 × 127 × 279 mm
Weight340 g340 g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3 ComboZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3
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 mAh1,300 mAh
Battery LifeApprox. 7 hours active use or up to 15 hours standby; tested at 25°C with a balanced iPhone XRApprox. 7 hours active use or up to 15 hours standby; tested at 25°C with a balanced iPhone XR
Charging TimeApprox. 3 hours with a 5 V / 2 A adapter at 25°C; Charging temperature: 0°C to 40°CApprox. 3 hours with a 5 V / 2 A adapter at 25°C; Charging temperature: 0°C to 40°C
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3 ComboZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3
BluetoothBluetooth 4.2Bluetooth 4.2

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3 ComboZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3
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 LED light; three brightness levels; 180° rotation
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-Q3 ComboZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3
Supported DeviceSmartphoneSmartphone
Tested Payload150–280 g150–280 g
Compatible Phone Weight150–280 g150–280 g
Compatible Phone SizeClamp width: 55–90 mm; phone thickness: 7–10 mmClamp width: 55–90 mm; phone thickness: 7–10 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

Gimbal & Movement

Gimbal & Movement specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3 ComboZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3
AxesTilt; roll; panTilt; roll; pan
Mechanical RangeTilt: -260° to +80°; roll: -170° to +170°; pan: -150° to +150°Tilt: -260° to +80°; roll: -170° to +170°; pan: -150° to +150°
Axis LocksTilt and roll axis fixing buckles for storageTilt and roll axis fixing buckles for storage
Vertical ShootingPortrait / landscape switch by triple-pressing the triggerPortrait / landscape switch by triple-pressing the trigger

Connectivity & Control

Connectivity & Control specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3 ComboZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3
AppZY Cami; supported iOS/Android devicesZY Cami; supported iOS/Android devices
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
ControlsJoystick, MODE button, zoom rocker, photo/video button, trigger, power button and fill-light brightness switchJoystick, MODE button, zoom rocker, photo/video button, trigger, power button and fill-light brightness switch

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3 ComboZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3
In the BoxSMOOTH-Q3 gimbal; detachable tripod; USB-C cable; quick-start guide; storage bag; wrist strap; ZY Cami Prime membership cardSMOOTH-Q3 gimbal; detachable tripod; USB-C cable; quick-start guide

Similarities

  • Both have 1,300 mAh batteries.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both recharge in about 3 hours.
  • Both carry up to 280 g.
  • Both go up to 8.4 V (battery type).

In summary

The ZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q3 is the better buy, as it costs less.

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