I just saw this and wanted to share my experience because I was super nervous about picking the wrong one for such an expensive body. I'm no pro, but I've tried a couple that don't cost as much as the newer DJI stuff. Personally, I use the Zhiyun Weebill 3S. It's a lot more budget-friendly and tbh, it handles the a7R V quite well even with a medium-sized zoom. The built-in fill light is okay, but I mostly like it because it's compact. It can feel a bit shaky if you don't balance it perfectly tho, so you have to be careful with the setup. If you're rocking really heavy glass like a 70-200mm, maybe look at the Zhiyun Crane 4. It's a bit more expensive but feels way more heavy-duty. It has these balance indicator lights which are great because I always worry about the motors straining. It’s a bit of a workout to carry, but it feels safer for the gear. TL;DR: Zhiyun Weebill 3S is the best value if you want to save some cash, but the Zhiyun Crane 4 is better for peace of mind with heavy lenses.

I've been using the DJI RS 4 with my a7R V for about 6 months now and it's been fantastic. The payload capacity handles the camera plus my heaviest lenses with no issues. The Bluetooth control integration with Sony is seamless - I can start/stop recording right from the gimbal. Battery life is excellent too, usually lasts me 2-3 days of intermittent shooting. Worth the investment if you're doing serious video work.

I've been so nervous about my a7R V falling off a gimbal tbh. Since it's such a heavy and expensive camera, I've been looking at stuff that feels really sturdy and wont just snap or tilt over. I'm still learning how to balance everything properly but I looked at a few options that seemed safest for a beginner like me who just wants reliability.

• DJI RS 3 Pro : This one has these automatic axis locks that make me feel way better when I'm moving around. It feels very premium and strong, though it is kind of heavy to carry for a long time you know?
• Manfrotto MVG460 : I trust this brand for my tripods so I looked into their gimbal too. It feels like a tank and can hold a lot of weight, but the software is a bit more confusing than the others I think? Honestly, I'm just terrified of the quick release plate failing or the motors giving out. Does anyone else double check their screws every five minutes or is that just me being paranoid? I'd rather have something slightly heavier if it means my camera stays safe tho.

Interested in this too

Had a moment to think about this more and honestly... I am a bit worried for you. I had a really bad experience with a setup I thought was solid, and it almost cost me my whole rig. It was so frustrating when you spend that kind of money and things just dont work like they are supposed to.

• My first high-end gimbal actually had a motor give out mid-shoot because the official payload capacity was basically a lie.
• It was not as good as expected and super disappointing because the software said everything was fine, but it just couldnt handle the torque when I tilted the camera.
• Since then, I have learned that pure reliability is way more important than fancy bluetooth stuff or lights. I really want to help you avoid what I went through, but I need a bit more info first. What lenses are you actually planning to run? Are we talking light primes or are you sticking a heavy zoom on there? The weight of the glass changes everything for the motor stress and safety...