A few weeks back, our team in China reviewed the Zhiyun Smooth X smartphone gimbal. We were impressed with its functionality and design. Today, Zhiyun has announced a new variant of the Smooth X, called the Zhiyun Smooth XS, featuring bolder colors and some cosmetic design changes. The rest of the features and specifications are exactly the same as the older Smooth X model.
The Zhiyun Smooth XS comes with subtle design changes. For example, the buttons on the white color model come in an orange shade, while other parts of the gimbal, like the extendable telescopic selfie stick and the smartphone holder, come in a dark grey / black shade. The new cosmetic change is likely to make it more appealing to its target audience – the young and energic Vloggers, especially since the Smooth X had a basic and bland design. Another significant change in design is the new titled handle. The gentle tilt is said to make for better ergonomics, especially with an anti-slip grip on both sides.
The portable form factor including its folding design and 249 grams weight is the same as the Smooth X. You also get a 260mm (10-inch) aluminum telescopic rod, which is one of its biggest highlights. In our review back in July, we mentioned that the Zhiyun Smooth X wasn’t an ordinary gimbal. It was a selfie stick gimbal hybrid. The same basic design and features are carried forward in this new Smooth XS model. This includes 2-axis motorized stabilization (pan and roll).
You get three buttons upfront, a joystick, a photo/video button, and a mode button – exactly the same as the older model. You also get a zoom button on the left side. But what’s new is that Zhiyun has bundled the mini tripod (1/4″ mount), soft travel bag, and a hand strap right inside the box.
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Along with the regular templates and features found on the ZY Cami app, the company confirms that it has added new video templates for the device. The rest of the features and specs are the same as the Zhiyun Smooth X. If you want to know more about it, make sure to check out our review here.
The Zhiyun Smooth XS retails for $74.99 and is available on Amazon in two colors – ivory white and pearly pink. The company confirms the Smooth XS will arrive in two other colors later – navy blue, and shining yellow.
The Smooth XS is costlier than the $59.99 Smooth X. In return, you get additional accessories in the box and a slightly better design.
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