Smaller and even more lightweight, the CRANE-M2 S 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer Combo Kit from Zhiyun-Tech is designed with even more power than its predecessor to support compact cameras, smartphones, and action cameras up to 2.2 lb. The M2 S packs all the great features of the M2 and adds even more functionality, including a higher payload, longer runtime, PD fast charging, a smaller handgrip, stylish two-tone design, Bluetooth 5 support, a redesigned quick release camera plate, and a built-in LED light. This combo kit also includes a smartphone clamp, an enhanced mini tripod, and a TransMount EasyGo Backpack.
The CRANE-M2 S offers 360° pan, 320° tilt, and 320° roll rotation across six modes of operation, including POV and Vortex modes. It runs for approximately 10.5 hours on a built-in battery that's rechargeable using an included cable. Over a wired connection, the gimbal is able to power a supported camera and control its zoom, shutter, and video start/stop functions. You can also control the gimbal movements with the free-download ZY Play mobile app for iOS and Android, providing remote control over many functions of the gimbal and filmmaking features such as time-lapse, panorama, and slow-motion capture.
The CRANE-M2 S features a quick release camera mounting system that lets you secure or remove your camera at the push of one lock button. Scale marks and memory locks help you balance the camera and lock the balance position for the camera used. The built-in fill light is integrated beside the camera plate, it features a CRI of 90+, 1000-lumen brightness, and five brightness levels, and it includes four interchangeable filters to change the color temperature.
Key Features
- Compact, more lightweight design for compact cameras, smartphones, and action cams up to 2.2 lb (an action cam mount is sold separately)
- 360° pan, 320° tilt, and 320° roll rotation
- Built-in LED light with filter kit
- 10.5-hour runtime on a built-in battery
- Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5
- PD fast charging
- Wired camera control, power
- ZY Play iOS/Android app
- Special app features such as time-lapse, panorama, and slow-motion capture
- OLED display
- One-button quick release camera mounting system
- Scale marks and memory locks for balancing
- Tripod, backpack, smartphone mount, and other accessories included
Six Modes of Operation
PF Mode
The camera pans as you turn the gimbal left and right. This feature is useful for hyperlapse capture and traveler footage.
F Mode
The camera will follow the gimbal handle's movements.
L Mode
The camera direction is locked, so you won't miss a shot in any situation.
POV Mode
The CRANE-M2 S offers full-range POV mode, which allows for 360° synchronous movement on all three axes. Instead of leveling off during motion, the camera will remain locked in position no matter which way or how far you move the gimbal, allowing for true POV shots.
Vortex Mode
Vortex mode gives you the freedom to perform cinematic 360° barrel shots in all dimensions.
Go Mode
Performs fast pan and tilt motions for dramatic action shots.
