Zhiyun Crane M3 Handheld 3-Axis Camera Gimbal Stabilizer, Gimbal Stabilizer for Mirrorless Camera, Gopro, Action Camera, Smartphone

Price: $299.00 - $249.00
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MSRP
179 269 369

Launch Date
22 July 2019 8 March 2022 31 October 2021

Net Weight (without tripod and quick release plate)
500 g/1.1 lb 549 g/1.21 lb 700 g/1.54 lb (with battery)

Release Structure
Quick Release Quick Release 4.0+Universal Quick Release Plate Quick Release 4.0+Universal Quick Release Plate

Axis Lock
Pan Axis Lock Switch Two-step seamless lock switches for three axes Two-step seamless lock switches for three axes

Battery Runtime
7h 10h35min 8h

Touch Screen
Not Supported Not Supported Supported

Fill Light
Built-in Color Temperature (5500k) Fill Light Built-in Dual Color Temperature Fill Light

Audio Solution
Expansion Base+6.5mm Microphone

Tinier But No Less Mighty

Portable yet professional with compatibility – CRANE-M3

Versatile as always in the M-series, Crane M3 with upgraded motor performance and algorithm, compatible with smartphones, action cameras, compact cameras and even full-frame mirrorless cameras with certain lenses,so even a full-frame camera A7S3 + 50mmF1.8 can also be used.

Also, an industry-first appearance design,Crane M3 ushers in appearance with fashionable white color. It definitely agrees more with your camera, An ergonomic grip handle and comfortable material also better fits your palm.

*Accessory mount is required for smartphones and action cameras

Tiny Body, Mighty Power

Get rid of the hefty body, Zhiyun Crane M3 is as tiny as a bottle of water. But the upgraded motors with strong torque stable movements and filming with cameras in different sizes.

*Compatible with smartphones, action cameras, compact cameras and full-frame mirrorless cameras with certain lenses. Accessory mount is required for smartphones and action cameras

Quick Release 4.0: Safety Lock+Dedicated Quick Release+No Rebalances

（1）Brand new optimized structure with general quick release plate for easier balancing, assembly and disassembly.

（2）Customize exclusive quick assembly accessories for camera equipment, After the first leveling, if you don’t change the camera, you don’t need to level it again, Change camera batteries without camera disassembly, No rebalances needed.

*Quick Assembly need to be purchased separately

Light the Dark and Sharpen the Image

Pioneering built-in LED fill light for reducing image noise, 2cm light source can easily illuminate 20 m³ space, control wheel supports adjustment on color temperature level and brightness. Supports coloring with light filters. Adopts high-level cooling technology to quickly dissipate the heat while providing great brightness.

Peak Power: 6W, Color Temperature Level: 3000-5400K, Brightness: Warm Light 650-750lm, White Light 850-950lm, CRI 90+

Professional Audio Solution

6.5mm audio port supports connection with devices such as wired professional microphones for audio solutions, interviews, etc. A 1/4″ expansion port provided both at the side and the bottom

Wired/Wireless Camera Control

Wireless Control: Built-in receiver at the base can be paired with the transmitter module for wireless control of mainstream cameras via Bluetooth.

Cable Control: Compatible with the camera shutter protocol, supports photo-taking, video filming, focus, digital/optical zoom within the permission of shutter protocol.

*Check compatibility list for compatible models and functions.

1.22” Touch Screen for Single-handed Operation

Brand new interactive UI and parameter display that supports status display (camera connection, battery level, etc.) and parameter adjustment (gimbal mode, follow speed and other settings).

The gimbal is tiny and portable like a smartphone that you can operate with just one hand at ease.

Charging and Runtime

Type-C charging port supports PD Fast Charge protocol. Charging time can be minimized to 2 hrs. Runtime up to 8hrs. Can be charged with a power bank while operating at the same time.

*Supports PD Fast Charge protocol. Supports a maximum of 12W wired fast charge. The data is gathered from internal experiments of ZHIYUN laboratories.

ZHIYUN CRANE-M3 Camera Compatible List V1.0

ZHIYUN CRANE-M3 Control List

*Supports Video Filming(Save/Playback)/Direct Charging with M3/SupportsCharging While Operating

SONY α7M2/α7R2/α7S2/α7M3/α7R3/α7R4/α6600/α6500/α6400/α6300/α6100/DSC-RX100M5/DSC-RX100M6/DSC-RX100M7/DSC-HX90/ZV-1

*Supports Video Filming(Save/Playback)

SONY α7S3

*Supports Direct Charging with M3/SupportsCharging While Operating

SONY α7C/ZV-E10/DSC-WX350

*Supports Direct Charging with M3

FUJIFILM X-T20/X-A7/X-T2/X-T3/X-T4/X-S10/X-T30

Panasonic DC-G100/LX100M2/DMC-LX10/DMC-ZS110

SIGMA fp; Nikon Z6/Z6 II

*For Sony cameras, after connecting gimbal and camera with control cable, power on the gimbal and then the camera. Make sure the camera is fully charged.

*TransMount CRANE-M3 Bluetooth Control Unit is required for controlling other cameras. The compatibility list for these cameras is to be updated.

Packing List Crane-M3 Stabilizer Mini Tripod Fill Light Filters EPP Carring Case TYPE-C to Multi Sony Shutter Release TYPE-C to Micro Camera Charging Cable TYPE-C to TYPE C Camera Charging Cable

TECH SPECIFICATION

Battery Capacity: 1150mAh; Battery Runtime: 8H ;

Charging Time: 5H; Charging Current: 180mA – 4700mA

Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.0; Operation Voltage: 9.6V – 12.6V

Touch Screen Size: 1.22inch;

Touch Screen Brightness: 420cd/m2

Camera Charging: Able to charge for 5V/1A cameras

Operation Frequency: 2.4GHz

Tilt Mechanical Range 309 Roll Mechanical Range 333 Pan Mechanical Range 360 Controllable Tilt Angle -45 ~ +160 Controllable Roll Angle -30 ~ +30 Controllable Pan Angle 360

【Compact Size But Not Compromised Performance】 With upgraded motor performance and algorithm, compatible with smartphones, action cameras, compact cameras, and even full-frame mirrorless cameras with certain lenses. The compact motor structure, smaller in size but compatibility remains. All-new quick release plate with dual safety locks that are secure and easy for assembly and disassembly.
【3-sec Super Quick Release&Save You from Balancing Repeatedly】 Upgraded quick release system with general quick release plate for easier balancing, assembly, and disassembly. Locks with transverse palm-rejection design to protect cameras while ensuring efficiency.Dedicated tiny quick release plate for all mainstream cameras. Cutout battery cover and customized design make camera battery changing easier without camera disassembly.
【Touch Screen&Lighting】 OLED touch screen. Interactive UI and parameter display that supports status display and parameter adjustment (gimbal mode, follow speed, and other settings). Built-in LED fill light for reducing image noise and avoiding improper lighting situations. The control wheel supports step-less-dimming on the color temperature level and brightness. Adopts high-level cooling technology to quickly dissipate the heat while providing great brightness.
【Charge Fast and Faster】PD Fast Charge, Type-C charging port and 1150mAh battery capacity allow you to enjoy the following: Charge only 2 hours but work for 8 hours, using the gimbal while charging via power bank.
【Take A Shortcut with Adjustment Wheel & Joystick】Find the buttons, wheels and the newly added round joystick at your comfort reach with the ergonomic control panel. Support adjustment on aperture, shutter, ISO and roll axis.