For your situation, I would suggest going with the Zhiyun Crane M3S. Honestly, it is probably the best value-for-money option right now for the ZV-E10 II. I have used the previous version and this one definitely fixes the screen clearance issues—you can actually flip the screen out without it constantly bumping into the roll motor, which is a HUGE relief when you're filming yourself. It handles the weight of the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary for Sony E surprisingly well, tho you gotta make sure you balance it perfectly since that lens is a bit front-heavy compared to the kit lens. If you want something even more robust, the DJI RS 3 Mini is amazing and super smooth, but it is a bit pricier and slightly bulkier in a bag. Basically, if you want to keep the setup as small as possible while saving some cash, the Crane M3S is the way to go. Just remember to recalibrate the motors when you switch lenses cuz the weight shift is real! 👍

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• I actually have to go against the grain here. While the Crane is okay, I've tried many setups over the years and Zhiyun software can be such a headache for beginners. If you're trying to be cost-conscious but still want top-tier performance for that Sony ZV-E10 II, you should really check out the Hohem iSteady MT2 Kit. Honestly, the clearance for the flip-out screen is actually better than what you get on the DJI or the Crane in my experience. I use it with the Sigma 18-50mm f2.8 DC DN Contemporary and it balances like a dream. The best part tho is the AI tracker module... it lets you film yourself without needing a cameraman or a buggy phone app. It is way more practical for travel vlogging where you just wanna hit record and go. Save the extra money for a good mic or some ND filters, you wont regret it. Just my two cents after dealing with way too many finicky gimbals lol.

yo, i feel u on the ZV-E10 II stabilization... Active mode is okay but it crops like crazy, right? Basically, the main issue with gimbals for these specific Sony bodies is the flip-out screen clearance. If the gimbal arm is positioned poorly, it blocks ur view or physically restricts movement when you tilt. It's a total pain when you're trying to vlog and can't actually see urself. Here’s what I recommend based on my experience: 1. Go with DJI. Honestly, you cant go wrong with their smaller travel-friendly options. The way they design the offset arms usually gives way more room for the screen to breathe.
2. Look at Zhiyun's compact range too. They’re super lightweight and easy to throw in a backpack, which is huge for travel vlogging. Plus, they handle that Sigma lens weight easily.
3. Just get any of the "mini" style gimbals from either brand. They’re basically made for mirrorless setups like yours and wont feel like a brick in ur bag. tbh it makes a massive difference for walking shots compared to internal stabilization... anyway, gl with the vlogs! 👍