Which compact gimbal is best for the Sony a6700 and FX30?

Question

Which small gimbal is actually going to work with my Sony a6700 and my new FX30 because I am totally lost? I bought these cameras for my travel vlog starting next month but I cant get the balance right on anything and its driving me crazy. Im a total beginner and honestly all the specs for payload and axis locks just sound like gibberish to me. I need something lightweight because I'm backpacking through Japan in three weeks and my budget is strictly under 400 bucks. I keep seeing the Crane M3 or the RS3 Mini online but people keep saying different things about if the FX30 fits with a cage. Im so frustrated and just want something that wont break my wrist or take two hours to set up every time I want to film...

Businesssny · Accepted Answer

> Im so frustrated and just want something that wont break my wrist or take two hours to set up Honestly, I feel that. I had issues with smaller zhiyun gear and it was not as good as expected for bigger cameras. Unfortunately the fx30 with a cage is way too chunky for the m3. Id go with the DJI RS 3 Mini 3-Axis Mirrorless Gimbal instead. Just lock those axes before packing it or you might snap something. Its the only one that actually handles the weight well under 400 bucks.

CharlieTat · Answer

Totally agree about the weight issues. Over the years I've found the Zhiyun Weebill 3S Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer is much more reliable for a caged FX30 than the tiny ones.

Mark your balance spots with a silver sharpie so you don't struggle.

Use a Ulanzi Falcam F38 Quick Release System for faster swaps. Honestly, saves a ton of frustration when you're actually out filming in Japan.

DancingKite · Answer

Wait, what lenses are you actually using? The glass weight usually causes more balancing issues than the camera itself.

DJI RS 3 Mini 3-Axis Gimbal Lightweight: This is likely your best bet. It handles the FX30 cage way better than the smaller M3.

Zhiyun Crane M3 S 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilizer: Great for backpacking but be careful. It gets twitchy if the lens is too heavy. Stick with the DJI for less frustration.