5 Best Video Stabilizing Gimbals For Galaxy S7

The Samsung Galaxy S7 has an outstanding camera — there’s a 12-megapixel performer that sits on the rear of the device, and it’s able to take some excellent stills and record some of the best video found in a smartphone today. However, that video — much like all smartphones — is degraded due to the lack of precision our hands have.

So if you want to get rid the shaky footage and make your video smoother, you’ll want to use a video stabilizing gimbal to  improve your footage. Follow along below and we’ll show you the best gimbals for the Galaxy S7 on the market. Here are our top picks.

 

DJI Osmo Mobile 2

If you’re looking for top-end performance, the DJI Osmo Mobile 2 might be right up your alley. DJI has packed its industry leading video stabilization technology found in its drones in its gimbals, so you’ll get one of the smoothest video recording experiences on the market. Shortcuts are actually built right into the handle, making accessing things like start and stop recording, shutter, time lapse, slow motion, and other functions a whole lot easier. You don’t have to awkwardly reach for your phone to try and get something to start.

That said, the DJI Osmo Mobile 2 does have its own independent battery, which means that you’ll have to keep on top of that as well before a day of recording.

Buy it now: Amazon

 

Zhiyun Handheld Gimbal

If you’re looking for a slightly cheaper option than the DJI Osmo Mobile 2, the Zhiyun Handheld Gimbal is the next best thing. This operates on a similar level to the DJI offering, but at a cheaper price point. Just like the DJI Osmo Mobile 2, shortcuts are found right on the handle, giving you quick access to things like start and stop video recording, shutter, time lapse, slow motion, auto tracking, live streaming, and so much more.

You’ll get smooth footage when you put your Galaxy S7 in the Zhiyun, as it has those small electronic motors that work to keep your phone stable and your footage smooth. Similar to the DJI offering, the Zhiyun does operate and connect to your phone over Bluetooth, which means that it does have its own battery — the con here is that you’ll have yet another device that you have to make sure is charged before use.

Buy it now: Amazon

 

DOBOT Rigiet

Next up on our list, we have the DOBOT Rigiet. This is easily one of the cheapest gimbals on the market with a fully-featured handle. You have quick access to start and stop recording, shutter, time lapse, panorama, slow motion, live streaming, and so much more right from the handle. Our favorite thing about the DOBOT Rigiet is that it’s extremely versatile — it’s not exclusive to the Galaxy S7, so you can use it for many other smartphones. The phone clasp can actually be adjusted to the size of your smartphone.

The Rigiet does connect over Bluetooth, which makes it easy to use the gimbal, but tthat does mean the gimbal has its own independent battery. You’ll have to stay on top of keeping that charged to use it all day.

Buy it now: Amazon

 

CamKix Stabilizing Hand Grip

If you don’t want to spend too much money or are looking for something a little more basic, look no further than the CamKix Stabilizing Hand Grip. This stabilizing gimbal has electronic motors that are built into the mounts to keep your footage as smooth as can be. Set your Galaxy S7 in the phone holder and your video will transform into something beautiful. The downside is definitely that there’s no shortcuts on the handle itself, so you will have to access functions by reaching for your smartphone.

The unique aspect of the CamKix is that you can record two angles simultaneously. Set your Galaxy S7 in the phone holder mount and your GoPro in the camera mount, and you can record from two different angles.

Buy it now: Amazon

 

Movo Smartphone Video Rig

Next up, we have the Movo Smartphone Video Rig. Most gimbals don’t offer an all-in-one video recording solution, but that’s where the Movo Smartphone Video Rig differs. First, it operates just like a gimbal — set your phone in the phone mount, and electronic motors with smooth out your video footage. The neat thing is that there’s actually an external microphone built onto this rig, allowing you to not only transform the smoothness of your video footage, but also the quality of your audio. If you want to make your videos leagues better than the stock options your phone has, the Movo Smartphone Video Rig is the way to go.

Buy it now: Amazon

Verdict

As you can see, there are a lot of different gimbals to choose from. If you want the best of the best, you cannot go wrong with the DJI Osmo Mobile 2, but the Zhiyun Handheld Gimbal and DOBOT Rigiet aren’t bad options either.