Uploaded April 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
The new Zhiyun Crane M2S gimbal is out and it's only been a few weeks since Zhiyun had released the Crane M3. I have tested and reviewed the Crane M2S to find out whether it really is a good upgrade from the Crane M3, or at least whether it is somewhere close in terms of use and functionality. However, it has some issues that nobody talks about and you need to know before buying. In this in-depth review, I go through all the main problems I came across, so you don't have to. I hope you find this helpful (and entertaining!).
All Music in this video is from Epidemic Sound - epidemicsound.com/referral/9l0dzy
CONTACT ME/SEE MY WORK: samsotiega.com
▶︎ Equipment featured in this video
Zhiyun Crane M2S - amzn.to/3DCyP6V
Zhiyun Crane M2S Combo - amzn.to/3r1Ywsk
Sandmarc Lenses, ND/ PL filters and cases for Smartphones - bit.ly/3DS6Ezt
Zhiyun Crane M3 - amzn.to/3LvPQ6m
Zhiyun Crane M3 Combo - amzn.to/3GEALvv
Zhiyun Crane M3 Pro - amzn.to/3JkiENj
SmallRig Video Case Kit for iPhone 13 Pro Max - amzn.to/3Bbt4eZ
SmallRig Video Case Kit for iPhone 12 Pro Max - amzn.to/3HCPk48
▶︎Laptop to edit the footage from iPhone 13 pro max?
MacBook Air M1 - amzn.to/3jUWjeL
MacBook Pro 14inch M1 Pro - amzn.to/31jgKf5
MacBook Pro 16inch M1 Max - amzn.to/3GNWeUf
Anker USB C Hub, PowerExpand+ 7-in-1 USB C Hub Adapter - amzn.to/3BynPoe
Anker USB C Hub for MacBook, 7-in-2 USB C Adapter - amzn.to/3bu9Fu2
Anker USB C Hub for MacBook, 8-in-2 USB C Adapter - amzn.to/3bt4Ukc
▶︎ WATCH NEXT
Could the Zhiyun Crane M3 be the best smartphone gimbal? - youtu.be/5Kq3AlRjRxo
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Zhiyun Smooth 5 vs Feiyutech G6 Max. Which Is The Best Smartphone Gimbal? - youtu.be/WbMF3E-OhFw
Zhiyun Smooth 5 In-Depth Review. Will Expectation Meet Reality? - youtu.be/xSvGCJc0xT4
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Cool Smartphone Gimbal Moves Only Possible with High-End Equipment
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youtu.be/dwTYCHxfrsM
How To Shoot Cinematic Video On A Smartphone - Part 2
youtu.be/GpmG5Cr_UFg
The Hohem iSteady V2 AI Tracking Gimbal Will Help You Add Camera Movement When Filming Yourself.
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I hope you enjoyed this video, please leave a comment and SUBSCRIBE.
▶︎ TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Video Montage
0:37 - Introduction
1:28 - Size and weight
3:17 - Balance and set up
5:18 - Menu & settings
5:51 - LCD screen
6:47 - Buttons layout
7:25 - Ergonomics
7:58 - Gimbal modes
8:28 - recording sound
9:07 - Vlogging
9:52 - Onboard LED light
11:31 - ZY Play App
13:39 - Who is this gimbal for
▶︎ Some of the camera gear I use:
**CAMERA**
My camera - Canon R - amzn.to/2Y7XufV
My Phone - iPhone 13 Pro Max - amzn.to/2Y3AjTV
DJI Pocket 2 Creators Combo - amzn.to/2O7eYY7
**LENSES**
Canon EF 70-200mm L series - amzn.to/2KFG3zB
Canon EF 16-35mm L Series - amzn.to/39c1J0j
Canon EF 24-70mm L Series - amzn.to/39fFK94
**TRIPOD**
Manfrotto 504HD,546BK Video Tripod Kit - amzn.to/3avvjwt
ESDDI DSLR Camera Tripod - amzn.to/31YnprB
**SOUND RECORDER**
Zoom H6 (2020 Version) 6-Track Portable Recorder - amzn.to/2E5XQg0
Tascam DR40X - amzn.to/2MdYgoD
Zoom H1N Sound Recorder - amzn.to/32rs07i
**LOCATION MONITOR**
ANDYCINE C7 Field Camera Monitor - amzn.to/3mct5H6
DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge for you! Thank you for supporting our channel so we can continue to provide you with free content each week!
Copyright © 2022 Samuel Sotiega. All Rights Reserved. Any reproduction or republication of all or part of this video/audio is prohibited.
The new Zhiyun Crane M2S gimbal is out and it's only been a few weeks since Zhiyun had released the Crane M3. I have tested and reviewed the Crane M2S to find out whether it really is a good upgrade from the Crane M3, or at least whether it is somewhere close in terms of use and functionality. However, it has some issues that nobody talks about and you need to know before buying. In this in-depth review, I go through all the main problems I came across, so you don't have to. I hope you find this helpful (and entertaining!).
All Music in this video is from Epidemic Sound - epidemicsound.com/referral/9l0dzy
CONTACT ME/SEE MY WORK: samsotiega.com
▶︎ Equipment featured in this video
Zhiyun Crane M2S - amzn.to/3DCyP6V
Zhiyun Crane M2S Combo - amzn.to/3r1Ywsk
Sandmarc Lenses, ND/ PL filters and cases for Smartphones - bit.ly/3DS6Ezt
Zhiyun Crane M3 - amzn.to/3LvPQ6m
Zhiyun Crane M3 Combo - amzn.to/3GEALvv
Zhiyun Crane M3 Pro - amzn.to/3JkiENj
SmallRig Video Case Kit for iPhone 13 Pro Max - amzn.to/3Bbt4eZ
SmallRig Video Case Kit for iPhone 12 Pro Max - amzn.to/3HCPk48
▶︎Laptop to edit the footage from iPhone 13 pro max?
MacBook Air M1 - amzn.to/3jUWjeL
MacBook Pro 14inch M1 Pro - amzn.to/31jgKf5
MacBook Pro 16inch M1 Max - amzn.to/3GNWeUf
Anker USB C Hub, PowerExpand+ 7-in-1 USB C Hub Adapter - amzn.to/3BynPoe
Anker USB C Hub for MacBook, 7-in-2 USB C Adapter - amzn.to/3bu9Fu2
Anker USB C Hub for MacBook, 8-in-2 USB C Adapter - amzn.to/3bt4Ukc
▶︎ WATCH NEXT
Could the Zhiyun Crane M3 be the best smartphone gimbal? - youtu.be/5Kq3AlRjRxo
Zhiyun Smooth 5 In-Depth Review. Will Expectation Meet Reality? - youtu.be/xSvGCJc0xT4
Zhiyun Smooth 5 vs Feiyutech G6 Max. Which Is The Best Smartphone Gimbal? - youtu.be/WbMF3E-OhFw
Zhiyun Smooth 5 In-Depth Review. Will Expectation Meet Reality? - youtu.be/xSvGCJc0xT4
DJI OM5 Review || What Nobody Tells You || Watch This Before You Buy - youtu.be/bdxrPzKlnys
DJI OM4 vs Feiyutech G6 MAX. Reasons To Buy One Over The Other. Head-To-Head Review Comparison. youtu.be/Bf3okT19_Fs
Cool Smartphone Gimbal Moves Only Possible with High-End Equipment
youtu.be/zTixeFwKsJA
How To Shoot Cinematic Video On A Smartphone - Part 1
youtu.be/dwTYCHxfrsM
How To Shoot Cinematic Video On A Smartphone - Part 2
youtu.be/GpmG5Cr_UFg
The Hohem iSteady V2 AI Tracking Gimbal Will Help You Add Camera Movement When Filming Yourself.
youtu.be/OhSFnOvAGV4
I hope you enjoyed this video, please leave a comment and SUBSCRIBE.
▶︎ TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Video Montage
0:37 - Introduction
1:28 - Size and weight
3:17 - Balance and set up
5:18 - Menu & settings
5:51 - LCD screen
6:47 - Buttons layout
7:25 - Ergonomics
7:58 - Gimbal modes
8:28 - recording sound
9:07 - Vlogging
9:52 - Onboard LED light
11:31 - ZY Play App
13:39 - Who is this gimbal for
▶︎ Some of the camera gear I use:
**CAMERA**
My camera - Canon R - amzn.to/2Y7XufV
My Phone - iPhone 13 Pro Max - amzn.to/2Y3AjTV
DJI Pocket 2 Creators Combo - amzn.to/2O7eYY7
**LENSES**
Canon EF 70-200mm L series - amzn.to/2KFG3zB
Canon EF 16-35mm L Series - amzn.to/39c1J0j
Canon EF 24-70mm L Series - amzn.to/39fFK94
**TRIPOD**
Manfrotto 504HD,546BK Video Tripod Kit - amzn.to/3avvjwt
ESDDI DSLR Camera Tripod - amzn.to/31YnprB
**SOUND RECORDER**
Zoom H6 (2020 Version) 6-Track Portable Recorder - amzn.to/2E5XQg0
Tascam DR40X - amzn.to/2MdYgoD
Zoom H1N Sound Recorder - amzn.to/32rs07i
**LOCATION MONITOR**
ANDYCINE C7 Field Camera Monitor - amzn.to/3mct5H6
DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge for you! Thank you for supporting our channel so we can continue to provide you with free content each week!
Copyright © 2022 Samuel Sotiega. All Rights Reserved. Any reproduction or republication of all or part of this video/audio is prohibited.
