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Designed with a lightweight philosophy, CRANE 4 features a significantly reduced body weight and compact form factor. Its upgraded ergonomic handle design and optimized weight distribution deliver a more comfortable and balanced shooting experience, empowering creators to capture professional-quality footage with ease.

CRANE 4 is a professional camera gimbal designed for filmmaking studios, wedding filmmakers, and commercial production teams. With strong payload capacity and high-performance stabilization, it is built to handle demanding professional shooting scenarios.

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With extended axis arms, powerful motors, and an extended quick release plate, CRANE 4 delivers an impressive 4.5kg payload capacity while maintaining a lightweight design.

It easily supports a wide range of setups, from popular full-frame mirrorless cameras to compact cinema cameras. For detailed camera compatibility information, please refer to the official compatibility list on the ZHIYUN website.

Of course, ZHIYUN is committed to providing every customer with the best possible after‑sales experience. You can return or request a refund within 30 days of purchase, and we offer a free one‑year warranty. If you have any questions, I’m always happy to help. For any inquiries, please reach out to us at info@zhiyun-tech.com.

We continually roll out firmware updates to optimize stabilization tracking, unlock advanced features, and enhance camera compatibility.　Keeping your setup up to date is completely seamless: connect your stabilizer to the official ZY Cami app (for mobile gimbals) or ZY Play app (for camera gimbals). The app will automatically prompt you when an update is live, guiding you through a quick, step-by-step process to ensure your gear always performs at its absolute peak.

Native Vertical Shooting means your device can switch straight to a 9:16 vertical format without needing any extra accessories (like an L-bracket) or complicated teardowns. With just a quick click or a simple twist, you get seamless vertical video. delivering uncropped, full-res image quality without blocking your camera’s flip screen or cable ports.

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The upgraded adjustable Sling Handle and Wrist Rest significantly reduce perceived weight and shooting fatigue, allowing creators to achieve precise control and smoother camera movements during extended shooting sessions.

The Sling Handle supports adjustable length and grip angles, allowing users to customize their setup based on different shooting scenarios. It can also be positioned along the gimbal’s center axis, enabling quick switching between sling mode and traditional two-handed operation.

Equipped with a standard 1/4" threaded mount, the Sling Handle allows additional accessories such as lights or monitors to be attached, expanding creative possibilities on set.

it’s a year-round tool for cleaner image quality. Beyond shooting in the dark, it serves three major purposes:

• Fills Midday Shadows: Erases harsh, unflattering shadows on the face caused by direct overhead sunlight during daytime outdoor shoots.
• Lowers ISO & Reduces Noise: Adds clean light directly to your subject, forcing your camera to drop its ISO level. This results in crisp, grain-free, and high-definition footage.
• Adds Catchlights: Creates a subtle, professional reflection in your subject's eyes, making them look more engaging and alive on camera.

Yes. CRANE 4 features an integrated 10W fill light with a peak illuminance of 3200 Lux, a CRI of 95+, and an adjustable color temperature range of 2700K–5500K.

By integrating professional LED lighting into a handheld camera gimbal, CRANE 4 provides creators with flexible lighting control for enhanced image quality and more versatile shooting scenarios.

Yes. CRANE 4 features a newly designed quick release system with an integrated horizontal and vertical locking structure, allowing creators to switch effortlessly between landscape and portrait shooting modes.

Whether capturing cinematic footage or vertical content for social platforms, CRANE 4 helps you adapt quickly without interrupting your workflow.

Powered by four 18650 batteries, CRANE 4 delivers up to 12 hours of runtime, making it suitable for full-day shooting sessions.

With PD fast charging support, the gimbal can be fully charged in just 1 hour and 50 minutes. It also supports charging while in use, helping creators stay powered throughout their production without worrying about battery limitations.