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ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Combo vs DJI Osmo Mobile 8

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ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Combo Kit

ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Combo 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 26,000In Stock
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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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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 Combo Kit lasts longer between charges (up to 25 hours).

Battery capacity

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

Connections

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

Weight

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

Mounting

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

Camera

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

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Combo Kit

  • Longer rated battery life: up to 25 hours (vs 10 hours).
  • Also in the box: detachable tripod, protective bag, fill-light filters and wrist strap.

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 26,000).
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.3 (vs 4.2).

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PriorityZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Combo KitDJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal
TrackingSmartFollow through the ZY Cami appYes, ActiveTrack 8.0, Apple DockKit and optional DJI OM Multifunctional Module tracking
Battery life2,600 mAh batteryUp to 10 hours per charge
Weight615 gAbout 370 g
Battery capacity2,600 mAh battery3,350 mAh battery
ConnectionsBluetooth 4.2Bluetooth 5.3
CameraBluetooth shutter control on phones that support volume-button captureStabilisation: 3-axis motorized stabilization; 7th-generation DJI stabilization

Detailed comparison

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General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Combo KitDJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal
BrandZHIYUNDJI
ModelSMOOTH 5; Hardware model: SM115Osmo Mobile 8
Announced2021November 5, 2025
TypeSmartphone gimbalSmartphone gimbal
StabilizationThree-axis motorized stabilization; Following accuracy: Static deviation: ±0.01° to ±0.04°; motion deviation: ±0.05° to ±0.3°3-axis motorized stabilization; 7th-generation DJI stabilization
Color—Gray

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Combo KitDJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal
Dimensions311 × 168 × 52 mmUnfolded: 288 × 107 × 96 mm; folded: 190 × 95 × 46 mm
Weight615 g, including batteryApprox. 370 g including built-in tripod, magnetic phone clamp and Multifunctional Module

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Combo KitDJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal
Battery TypeBuilt-in rechargeable battery; Operating voltage: 6.5–8.4 V; nominal 7.4 VLi-Po 1S
Battery Capacity2,600 mAh3350 mAh (12.06 Wh)
Battery LifeApprox. 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 offApprox. 10 hours; about 4-5 hours with intelligent tracking depending on fill-light use
Charging TimeApprox. 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°CApprox. 2.5 hours with a 10W USB-C charger; Charging temperature: 5°C to 40°C
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Device ChargingYes; USB-C phone output, 5 V / 1 A maximumYes — can charge a connected smartphone

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Combo KitDJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal
BluetoothBluetooth 4.2Bluetooth 5.3

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Combo KitDJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal
Subject TrackingSmartFollow through the ZY Cami appYes — ActiveTrack 8.0, Apple DockKit and optional DJI OM Multifunctional Module tracking
Built-in TripodNoYes — integrated tripod
Extension RodNoYes — built-in, up to 215 mm
Fill LightOne magnetic fill light included; supports up to two magnetic lightsOptional — via DJI OM Multifunctional Module
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°C360° pan rotation; native iPhone tracking with DockKit; Quick Launch; low-angle shooting; gesture control; ShotGuides; one-tap editing; Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C

Compatibility & Mounting

Compatibility & Mounting specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Combo KitDJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal
Supported DeviceCompatible smartphones; check the manufacturer model compatibility listSmartphones
Tested Payload150–300 gNot applicable
Compatible Phone Weight150–300 g170-300 g
Compatible Phone SizeClamp width: 50–90 mm; phone thickness: under 10 mmWidth: 67-84 mm; thickness: 6.9-10 mm
Camera CompatibilityNot applicableSmartphone gimbal; see DJI smartphone compatibility list
Mounting SystemAdjustable smartphone clamp; balance the phone before powering onDJI OM magnetic phone clamp
Accessory Mounts / Ports1/4-inch tripod mounting hole; USB-C charging / firmware port; wrist-strap hole; USB-C phone charging output; magnetic fill-light slots1/4"-20 UNC bottom port; USB-C charging port; roll-axis USB-C output port; counterweight mounting hole

Gimbal & Movement

Gimbal & Movement specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Combo KitDJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal
AxesTilt, roll and panPan, tilt and roll
Mechanical RangeTilt: -140° to +209°; roll: -90° to +210°; pan: -180° to +180°Pan: 360° unlimited; roll: -77° to 255°; tilt: -224° to 100°
Controllable RangeTilt: -90° to +170°; roll: -50° to +50°; pan: -180° to +180°Pan: 360° unlimited; roll: -67° to 245°; tilt: -20° to 40°
Axis LocksManual axis locks for folding and storageManual folding/storage locks
Vertical ShootingPortrait and landscape mounting supportedYes
Max Control Speed—120°/s

Connectivity & Control

Connectivity & Control specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Combo KitDJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal
AppZY Cami and StaCam; functions depend on phone/app supportDJI Mimo
Camera ControlBluetooth shutter control on phones that support volume-button capture; additional controls through ZY Cami / StaCamBluetooth/app camera control; Apple DockKit support on compatible iPhones
ControlsJoystick, mode/menu buttons, focus/zoom wheel and selector, photo/video button, FN button, trigger and power buttonJoystick, shutter/record button, M button, zoom/focus wheel and trigger

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 Combo KitDJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal
In the BoxSMOOTH 5 gimbal; detachable tripod; USB-C cable; quick-start guide; protective bag; one magnetic fill light; four fill-light filters; wrist strap; membership cardOsmo 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 pouch

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 Combo Kit makes sense if you want longer battery life.

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