![]() ![]() Zhiyun state the Weebill LAB’s two removable batteries can provide a battery life of 10 hours. One of the nice things about the in-built battery is that it can be charged while the gimbal is in operation. The DJI Ronin-S makes use of an in-built battery that can last up to 12 hours. Compatibility list for Zhiyun Weebill LAB.There is always the chance that further compatibility gets added in subsequent firmware updates. Meanwhile, the Weebill LAB features compatibility with a broader range of mirrorless cameras like the Fujifilm X-series. The Ronin-S has superior compatibility with a number of Canon and Nikon DSLR cameras. This requires the camera to be placed all the way back on the mounting plate to be balanced, causing it to hit the back motor when putting it into underslung mode.īoth the Ronin-S and Weebill LAB have full interfacing with Panasonic and Sony mirrorless cameras. Rather, the weight distribution is ‘front-heavy’. This isn’t an issue to do with the camera and lens being too heavy. Even a mirrorless Sony A7III paired with a Sony 16-35mm f4 lens is pushing it, so you can begin to imagine how it would fair with heavier cameras.Įven if your payload doesn’t exceed 6.6 lbs (3 kg), the Weebill LAB can also potentially run into problems if you try and use longer lenses. ![]() Although Zhiyun does list compatibility with DSLRs, the smaller motors and small form factor of the Weebill LAB just aren’t cut out for the size and weight of DSLRs. The difference is quite significant, especially if you’re intending to use heavier cine lenses.įor DSLRs, the Ronin-S is definitely recommended over the Weebill LAB, which is fundamentally designed with mirrorless setups in mind. The Zhiyun Weebill LAB can support a maximum payload of 6.6 lbs (3 kg) vs the Ronin-S’s 8 lbs (3.6 kg). However, the focus wheel is rather awkwardly placed. The Ronin-S features great ergonomics, with a longer, comfier grip and superior button placement. This actually makes it possible to hold the gimbal in a variety of ways using two hands, and actually makes for a rather pleasant filming experience. However, one of the unique features of the Weebill LAB is the ability to attach a mini tripod to two different parts of the gimbal. The handle is short and the buttons and dials are packed closely together. Its compact design is a blessing and a curse. The ergonomics of the Weebill LAB aren’t great. However, there is no questioning that for travelling, the Weebill LAB is superior. In defence of the Ronin-S, it does pack down quite nicely thanks to the ability to unscrew the handgrip from the gimbal head. Running around filming with a Ronin-S will feel a lot more cumbersome than the Weebill LAB. Not only is the Weebill LAB much lighter, its form factor is also much more portable. The trade off of robustness is of course weight, and the Weebill LAB weighs 2.5lbs (1.12 kg) whereas the Ronin-S weights 4.1 lbs (1.86 kg). Winner: DJI Ronin-S Weight and Portability The Zhiyun Weebill LAB has more plastic than the older Crane 2, which already felt less hard-wearing than the Ronin-S. It’s a heavy piece of equipment that feels incredibly robust next to the Weebill LAB.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |