This is perfect. I usually don’t watch long reviews but this one is what I need before buying my first gimbal. I started to look at these models the same day you published this review :)

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Great review. Very well explained ie strength and weaknesses. Also I like that you seem like a very down to earth person and really enjoy helping people find what equipment suits them and you’re not biased at all. A lot of reviewers seem to think a lot of themselves and only review the product they have bought and try to push that product as the best for everyone because if it’s good enough for them then it’s good enough for you. You have a new subscriber in me.

@WildlifeInspired

Жыл бұрын

I am doing more reviews and still trying to find the sweet spot on these. At the end of the day, I want to be transparent and credible. If people shop the product that's a bonus.

im kind of sad youtube is only now putting this channel in my feed, this is an awesome video, thank you so much, im now going to go and binge content hehe

Great info! Well taught and easy to follow. Thanks.

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks you

thoroughly, thoroughly enjoyed this review. Very comprehensive, as someone who is just entering into the foray of these gimbal head tripods you did an excellent job of explaining to me how they work and what I should look for. fantastic stuff! GH2 it is for me. subbing!

@WildlifeInspired

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I have one more review coming on a $400 gimbal. I would also consider the Sunwayfoto GH-04 if you do purchase, I really appreciate if you use the affiliate links. It's the only thing I ask of the audience that likes the content. Cost you nothing and gives me a couple pennies. amzn.to/3DoTAVq

Very informative review with no BS much appreciated.

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks I try

Awesome, comprehensive review, and it covered the the same questions that I had. I think this was very un-biased, and it pretty much parallels the direction that I was leaning. Thank You!

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Excellent! Thanks for the so useful review!

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

THanks

great video Scott, i have had the same jobu as the one your showing for a few years. have sony gear with 600 and use this everywhere rain snow and here in canada lots of cold it works great .thanks again another great video..

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Lots of love for jobu

You asked for feedback: I really appreciated the examination of the build quality. taking the product apart, showing/discussing the mechanism itself, whether the threading was directly into the body or an insert, etc. Very helpful

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Trying to show a little more detail but it tends to make the videos longer which often has people tune out! I'll keep refining.

Thank you for this really well explained and demoed review. I stepped into bird photography about a year ago, and now I know what to buy to help me improve the quality of my shots.

@harrison00xXx

11 ай бұрын

for photography i barely found a usecase or improvement when using any tripod or mount except for the situation where im stationary waiting for some action. For video tho... a gimbal is pretty much needed especially when you cant afford the newest, very good stabilized toys.

Thanks, great review and good to know how they work. Actually I was thinking about one of the products and you made me reconsider.

@WildlifeInspired

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

new subscriber and just wanted to say I'm really enjoying your efforts here. I have the Benro GH2, and like it almost as much as my Leofoto. I haven't really used either enough to give any fair reviews - but really appreciated this and the $400-600 video. TY for your work.

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, trying hard to keep it real.

Awesome review, thank you for your efforts

@WildlifeInspired

Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it

Thanks for the video. I had the same problem with the Sirui PH-10. The lens foot hit the tripod. I ended up replacing the lens foot with a Wimberly AP-620. It provided enough clearance to resolve the problem.

Good reviews -thanks

Excellent Review. the side mount system is so versatile. I've not used a cradle style that I like. there's always something I don't like and you seem to highlight all those little problems.

@georgedavall9449

Жыл бұрын

Nice shout out and support, Josh! 👍

Great video. Looking forward to your next video to see what a little more $ will get me. One thing I would like to see mentioned is the quick release plate set up that comes with the gimbal.

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Will "unbox" the next set

I thought that this was a great review, very organized and good presentation. I have never used a gimbal before so this was interesting and informative for me, thanks!

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I got the Jobu Jr Deluxe gimbal head and it is a great fit for my Sony 200-600 lens and a6700. If you go to their website, they sometimes get factory seconds available for purchase at a reduced price. I happen to live fairly close to where they are made, so I reached out to them to see if I could arrange for a pick up to avoid shipping fees. One of the people I contacted there lives not far from me, so they arranged for me to swing by and pick it up. It's a great gimbal and the people there are super awesome. I highly recommend it to anyone considering this gimbal.

Thanks for the review. Was very helpful for me. Not sure I will stick with wildlife photography so I wanted to spend as little as possible. Ended up with the Benro. I'm very pleased. Works perfectly for my uses.

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Good choice!

Thanks for sharing. Very helpful.

@WildlifeInspired

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Excellent as always

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks !!

Super detailed well done review thank you! I would go with the Benro if I would have to choose .

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Seems like a solid choice

Nice review! thanks for this. I am looking for a lighter gimbal compared to my Wimberly WH200. This review helps

Enjoying your videos and your photography.

@WildlifeInspired

Жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

I've got two of the Benros, one cf on the tripod and one alum for the floating blind. No complaints here, solid unit

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Value wise, I think its a really solid piece !

The Sirui looks good, I've had a couple cheap gimbles and know people with more expensive gimbles and the first thing to fail is the horizontal lock. Reason being is thread tube that the rod threads into will slip and then the rod won't reach anymore to apply friction (if that makes any sense) i can fix it myself by hammering the threaded tube back into the gimble. So my priority for a new gimble will be a reliable horizontal lock.

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Intersting note. Appreciate !

I used the previous generation RRS Pano One, which weighed about 3 kg but operated smoothly, just like butter.

You have a new subscriber! Really impressed with your sober and informative presenting style (no "look at me - I'm an eccentric" gimmicks). I have had the Benro for a couple of years and the best thing I can say for it is that I never think about it - it just works without any issues which makes it the perfect product for me. In fact it's so good if you lock it down that I am able to use it most of the time instead of my 3-axis and ball heads (OK, you lose the ability to tilt side to side, but you can just loosen the retaining ring on your lens and turn the camera that way). If the Sirui PH-20 is using a toothed locking mechanism that must be great for a really solid lock down as you say, but it sounds like loosening it off a little bit will cause the teeth to wear; as you demonstrated, it makes noises. It's kind of a feature that is both a great strength and a serious weakness depending on what you need it to do.

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Roger!

I enjoyed your video, you put out some good information. One observation is that I have noticed some KZread wildlife photographers have moved from gimble heads to a fluid video heads like those made by Manfrotto particularly since more people are shooting video to share on social media.

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! I have a fluid head also and will compare those as well

Thanks for the nice video and detailed explanations! Just a question: have you tried the two models (KF31.033 and KF31.052) of K & F Concept? This brand seems to me very good relating to filters and tripods...

I have never had the rattling noise with the Sirui PH-20 but my issue is that I have never been able to fully lock the Gimbal. From what I read, others had the same issue with the PH-20. Outside of that, I have not had other issues. It is smooth, light and looks pretty good.

Enjoyed your reviews, just one observation the up and down mechanism on a Gimbal is so your lens balances where you leave it, either pointing up or down, if that makes sense, so should be used when setting it up!

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Yes.... I should have mentioned that on the "balancing" part of the set up. getting the center of gravity of the lens on point with the vertical axis will ensure it doesn't "rock" so gimbals that have the ability to raise or lower the cradle can be better balanced

Dude, you are real, and I enjoyed the informative video. Liked and SUBscribed !!!!!!!!! 👍✌📷

@WildlifeInspired

Жыл бұрын

Thanks really appreciated reading this today

@georgedavall9449

Жыл бұрын

@@WildlifeInspired You are Welcome, Scott! 😃

Matt Grainger voted the Benros CF best also. Excellent review. Watched the whole thing. He loves his ProMedia best.

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Im working my way up. Just got a batch of 400-600 heads and then Ill do 600+ spoiler alert, the Leofoto is pretty good at $450 dollars.

I have the Benro GH2 and very happy with it

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Good to know!

Got a Sony A7ii and will add either a Sigma 150-600 or Sony 200-600. This was a great help. Benro products have never failed me so that is likely the way I will go.

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful. I have one more review coming for gimbals over $600

Well done. Enjoyed the reviews. Ive been using a Movo for several years first with Nikon 400 2.8 (11lb 2007 version) and now with the latest Nikon 500 f4. I think I was flirting with disaster after watching this though Ive had no problems. I like the Benro but if I can afford to get the Wimberly 200 assume thats best choice?

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Doing a comparison on the soon. Stay tuned.

This review is great and very helpful. Thank you! Unrelated: have you ever considered voice acting? You have a really excellent character to your voice.

@WildlifeInspired

11 ай бұрын

I played with some amatuer voice over and would love to do it. The change is scary and time is limited. I always had a dream of retiring early and doing photography and some sort of voice over.

Thank you. That helps a lot. So I like to take different types of pics( mainly landscape, wildlife and astro) so I can't buy three different heads.) It seems like these would be great for all of those.

@WildlifeInspired

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

The best gimbal head is the Custom Brackets head that sells for $399.95 at Adorama. It adjusts for height and does so without the need for tools of any kind. The best part and the reason why I have mine is that it is one of only two gimbal heads that has a safety lever to prevent the lens from crashing down when the camera is removed to add or remove a teleconverter. The only other gimbal head with this feature is the Zenelli Carbonzx head that sells for $1,236. The Custom Brackets gimbal also breaks down which makes it easier to pack and put into my backpack for air travel.

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

That CB bracket doesnt appear to be widely available and the load capacity is only 12lbs? Ill see if I can get a copy to review.

I just got the Sirui PH10 based 99% on this video, so if it breaks, it's your fault Scott lol, actually it's great, greatly appreciate your detailed reviews :)

@WildlifeInspired

3 ай бұрын

let me know about the really low profile that it has. could be good maybe not great for larger systems

@jonraddon5379

3 ай бұрын

@@WildlifeInspired Oh you were 100% right on that, I have the sigma 150-600c, I had to get a different collar and then put a long arca plate on it. It balances nicely at the lowest level with the 168mm plate quite far back, this is a sigma design flaw-sorta. So the heel of the collar hits at about 30 degrees. My fix is simply to raise it when I need to and just don't let go of the cam because of the fulcrum point you mentioned. It's far from a deal breaker given the quality and price of the gimbal itself. I mostly shoot lower down 75% of the time so it's mostly a non issue. Otherwise, I'm very happy with it.

Excellent video. So helpful! One question, do you have any opinions about the Benro GH2F Folding Gimbal Head? I do a lot of hiking with my gear and figured the folding head would be a nice feature.

@WildlifeInspired

10 ай бұрын

At the right price, I think it makes sense. I have used it and I like that it could be used even lighter as a side mount (even on a monopod). I don't love it as my only gimbal for a super heavy set up, but as a travel option (especially on sale) I think it is very good. Did a full reviews on the channel search it out.

Í got the Sirui PH-10. Setup is a Canon 90D with Canon 70-300 mm L series. This gives 480 mm reach, more than enough for me. The 70-300 is smaller in diameter and because of this perfectly balanced on the PH-10. So if your lens is comparable in diameter, a bit wider should not a problem, the PH10 is a great gimbal. Thanks for your review.

@WildlifeInspired

Жыл бұрын

I do like that one!

@swetstaaled3549

Жыл бұрын

@@WildlifeInspired Hi Scott. Thanks again for your reviews ! They were very helpful. What I hadnt noticed until I came across a YT review of the PH-30 is that the 10 is a mini 30. The carbon part is scaled down and the all the knobs are the same. So if one is using smaller and lighter setups anyway the 10 is a bargain. Cheers Edwin. 🙏

excellent review! Could you review the new Leofoto PG-2S ?

@WildlifeInspired

4 ай бұрын

I have it dont get it YET..... i pointed out some issues and they are remaking that. As soon as its done Ill make a video. Great design but unusable as its too tight in its current iteration.

@carlossantini

4 ай бұрын

@@WildlifeInspiredthanks a lot for the heads up!

Your videos are a kind of bible for gimbal heads. Very well done! I am about to buy my first gimbal head and there is one thing I could not understand: will I be able to use Manfrotto type plates in any of the products you have tested? I have a 500PLONG. Thanks in advance if you find the time to answer

@WildlifeInspired

Жыл бұрын

All of these (and MOST gimbals outside Manfrotto will use Arca-Swiss plates and clamps) FLUID head will generally (not always) use Manfrotto style clamps.

If you spend the money on a Wimberley you won't regret it, well other than the day you fork out the cash. But it is a superb tool, smooth as silk, a HUGE boon to your photography. Across a lifetime of photography, a couple hundred extra bucks will never matter.

@WildlifeInspired

Жыл бұрын

Promedia Gear...... lol i spent the same money but got one i liked a little better

@mguerramd

Жыл бұрын

@@WildlifeInspired Yeah I was just really saying spend the cash on a really good one. I'll have to look at that one.

I don't do videos usually but one of the main point of gimbal is weather it can swing flawlessly I'd you carry it by hand doing video and you can walk without any video shake ,so this is the main thing for me, even if video is not my main ,I'd like to be able to do it

@clearlyconfused9194

2 жыл бұрын

Don't confuse photo gimbals with video gimbals, for that reason

Excellent review Scott. Always a pleasure listening to your detailed reviews. I would like to get a gimbal to use with a monopod and there is something I don’t understand. Why does a gimbal for a monopod has to be a side mount? Or can I use any gimbal on a monopod? Thank you in advance for your reply.

@WildlifeInspired

Жыл бұрын

you can use any! but since you dont need the panning function (you twist the monopod) its usually just a vertical axis that you need hope that makes since. The panning and cradle of a traditional gimbal just ads weight. The side mount cuts that out and it doesnt swing when you walk. excellent question email me if you have follow up.

@luciegagnon1238

Жыл бұрын

@@WildlifeInspired thank you so much Scott for taking the time to reply. I think I understand. I’ll email you if I need clarification. Thank you kindly for the offer.

Awesome review! Too bad the Jobu heavy duty 4 didn’t make this list with its price

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

I'll do a review 400-600 next time

I think the Jobu is adjustable using the three different sets of holes. Just not as quick as others.

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Yes good call Bill

I picked up the Benro GH2 secondhand and found the Canon EOS R with the battery grip too heavy for my largest telephoto lens (EF 70-200 F4..). The balance is camera heavy. I had to remove the grip and could only then barely balance it. I wonder if I made a mistake buying the gimbal head. I'm planning to save for the RF 100-500 and I'm concerned I'll have the same balancing issue. Any suggestions? Do I need a big prime lens to use a gimbal head? How do you use a gimbal head with smaller lenses? I guess I could add some weight to the lens when the balance is camera heavy.

@WildlifeInspired

Жыл бұрын

get a long plate, like 100mm and set the plate back further, there arent many other work arounds.

Looking for the smoothest panning gimbal. I.E. no over shoot or back tracking (my terms, hard to explain).

Just curious. I am a little surprised that you haven't tested the LeofotoPG-1. It was definitely inspired by your favorite brand Pro Media Gear. I'd love to hear your take on it. B&H carries them

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Its a little over 400 and I will have a comparison including the Leofoto in about a month! Package delivers today and will take a week or two to use and make the video

Hi sir, what do you think of the leofoto pg1 compared to benro?

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

i really like the PG1 one of my faves of the 15 I compared overall Review posted soon!

The gh1000 by movo is pretty good

Hi can you tell me what you think of the Sirui PH-20 Gimbal Head please I have a Canon 5R with Canon 100-500 lens

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

There is another review available that features that Gimbal

I had the Benro GH2, and sold it. Got a Wimberley. Why? Stiction. Not when swinging it wildly at a high speed diving Osprey, but when making slight adjustments on a stationary subject which I was attempting to frame perfectly. It sticks. And jumps. Couldn't find a good setting that didn't stick a bit. The Wimberley is smooth at all speeds, not just moving fast. Also, you mention the teeth on the Sirui resulting in a movement when you lock it down. Most Gimbals I have tried do that. Okay, maybe not as much as the Sirui with those teeth, but some. Again, it's irritating when you have the frame you want and you try to lock it down...but it moves on you. The Benro does that. The Sirui I have does that. The Leofoto PG1 does that a lot. The Gitzo does that. The Wimberley does not. Frame it...and lock it down...nothing moves. Actually, I've tried the Custom Brackets Gimbal and that doesn't move either on lock down, but it's a messy, complicated, knobs all over the place instrument. Wimberley...great customer service too...located in Maryland. They are expensive, but worth it. They've been building their Gimbals for a long time and they know what works. One more point, the "throw?" on the knobs. How much turning is necessary on the knobs to adjust friction from some to locked to free. Wimberley has it perfect. The Leofoto is insane. The knobs to control the friction take 2 full turns. Ugh. But the knob to hold the camera plate has very course threading...hardly turn it at all and the lens wants to come off. It should be the opposite. And friction adjustment is valuable when you have a light lens and a heavy camera or vice versa because you can't balance the combo on the cradle...it just wants to tilt back. But with a good quality friction control...not a problem. Guess who makes the best friction control on their gimbal arms? Go ahead, I'll wait.

@WildlifeInspired

Жыл бұрын

appreciate the feedback. I will continue to do gimbal reviews and I am actually now recording "lens creep" as part of the evaluation. Honestly, I usually shoot gimbals for birds in flights and don't lock down often, but others have mentions the concerns with lens creep (the PMG creeps like Leofoto). Trying to cover all bases and comments like the help me provide more thorough reviews in the future thanks!

What tripod are you using if I may ask, I need a taller one like that

@WildlifeInspired

Жыл бұрын

I use robus and fiesol. if you use this link on the Robus it is appreciated. They are $100 off right now! 70 inch tripod 3 sections: bhpho.to/3WOEtwo 58 inch 2 sections: bhpho.to/40I8RZU

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The shorter gimbals such as the Sirui ph-10 and Fotopro E-7H are for smaller lenses such as 100-400mm or 300mm f4. If you put super-telephoto lenses on them (such as 400mm f2.8 or 00mm f4) they will not work as deisgned. For those lenses the correct models are Fotopro E-9H and Sirui ph-20.

@WildlifeInspired

Жыл бұрын

As a bird photographer the majority of people are using larger lenses. What I did want to show is that the E-7H can be effectively used in a sidemount position and the ph-10 can not. For someone that has a long lens, hopefully this illustrates that the ph-10 is not really an option.

I would have been very interested in how those 250-400$ gimbals performed with a "fitting" camera + lens setup. For example the average Sony 200-600, Nikon 180-600 or a Canon 100-500 or with a pretty often used Sigma 150-600 lens. The 400 F2.8 might be a bit "too good" to even consider 250-400$ gimbals at all. I want mainly the smallest possible gimbal, yet enough room so the setup "hangs" and center itself out. Since i only use a Canon 800 F11 lens and a Sigma 150-600C it should be a noticable lowered center of gravity compared to the 400 2.8 Nikon setup?

@WildlifeInspired

11 ай бұрын

Should be lower (thought the height of the foot can vary and change things)

Great comparison video. I just got a Canon 300mm 2.8 and was looking for a gimble. I have the wimberly gimble for the mono pod. Im abit fearful of that because its so small and my rig looks hugh hanging off the side of it. A mono pod is great but you still holding the entire setup on one leg.

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

I havent heard of any issues of breakage with the side mount wimberly, and I been using it for about a year now and still feels fine.

Sunwayfoto seems like they make good value products. I hear they use parts from other manufacturers that sell for products at a higher price. I could do without those white/silver dials though...wish Canon would stop making white lenses too.

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

agree good value

Isn't Jobu a Canadian company? Your placeholder photo for the video says Jobu Design Uk... Just curious.

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

Fixed thanks! Yes I mentioned in the video that its the only non chinese made product. just didnt catch the logo error,

I guess that SIRUI PH-10 is ideal for smaller profile mirrorless bodies like Sony. If the camera body is bulkier like canon or Nikon DSLRs and need everything you can get out of a gimbal, then everything boils down to PH-20 and GH2. I strike out cheaper ones, because tripod head is the equipment where you put your expensive gear on. So if you want to save 100 bucks for short term, you are opening yourself to expensive repair risks in the long run. I am not saying that cheaper heads will break, but they will not give the ideal performance in the field while you are busy focusing to something else and next thing you know, your body slipped or snapped off the setup, or worse, fell down. I'd rather pay 100 dollars extra for safer head.

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

I like the PH10 better than the 20, so yes if you have a low profile camera (or can use it in the side mount configuration) its a good option and not crazy expensive.

I had Jobu Jr3, recently i bought Sirui PH10, i could say avoid Jobu Jr3 at all cost, it is very expensive, you properly just need to top up few dollars to get a Wimberley, so not worth it, and it is not smooth at half tighten up, the bearing is loose and vibrating, it will not hold your system while tilting and panning. SIrui is good, although it is weighted 1kg but the build quality and the price is very good, and it is smooth to use, but the lower clearance is limited

@WildlifeInspired

Жыл бұрын

I think the PH10 was really short with the arm. Do you notice your cameras center of gravity is too high?

@StafferryWildlifeGallery

Жыл бұрын

@@WildlifeInspired Yes i do notice that. Honestly in my case, i have been using Jobu Jr3 deluxe for years, it got no adjustable arm and it is short too, so i had to set the arm in higher position to get more tilting angle, but then another problem is i am using 500f/4 with D500, so my lens foot plate is longer and no matter how i set the arm position, it will hit the gimbal, i guess this is common problem for cropped factor + big gun, so i think the better solution is Promedia katana , but I will live with that, although the center of the gravity is higher

Sirui PH-10 is perfect to Nikon D500+500pf.

@WildlifeInspired

Жыл бұрын

nice, it doesnt sit too high?

@bovanghansen7646

Жыл бұрын

@@WildlifeInspired No! perfect in centrum.

Am I crazy or is the first half of the video flipped horizontal?

@WildlifeInspired

Жыл бұрын

Nope not crazy, I did this video a while ago and never noticed it was flipped i apoligize but cant swear it will never happen again. lol trying to be better with video skills lately.

Question: What is between a $100 Gimbal and a $1500 Gimbal? Answer: My husband. 😅

@WildlifeInspired

2 жыл бұрын

lol

SIRUI is pronounced as Seer yu é, not Soo ray, sir!

@WildlifeInspired

Жыл бұрын

The people at Sirui told me different?? and no need for exclamation points... it's just a word.

Benro's penning knob is really ugly in design

I am super happy with the Benro GH5C. It is here in China newly available for around 1500 CNY what is a bit more then 200 USD. You cannot go wrong with this excellent gimbal.

@WildlifeInspired

Жыл бұрын

Good choice!