Zhiyun Crane M3S Gimbal

Zhiyun Crane M3S Gimbal – Ultra-compact 705g with Built-in Bi-colour Fill Light

The Zhiyun Crane M3S gimbal targets vloggers, travel creators and social media producers who need a compact, versatile stabilizer. Weighing 705g, it offers a portable solution that still supports more mainstream full-frame cameras and lens combinations. At the same time, you can use it with mobile phones and action cameras when you need a lighter setup.

Key features and ergonomics

The Crane M3S improves handling with an ergonomic design and a new Bluetooth trigger. Consequently, you can control zoom and start/stop recording wirelessly with a single touch. Also, a customised two-in-one quick release lets you remove the camera from the gimbal to change the battery without having to rebalance the rig afterward.

Built-in bi-colour fill light

The gimbal includes a tiny yet powerful built-in bi-colour fill light that is no bigger than a fingernail. Using Zhiyun’s Lumen Amplifier technology, the light can provide up to 1000 lux and offers an adjustable colour temperature range of 2700–5500K. This makes it useful for softening shadows or adding fill in bright outdoor conditions and for low-light situations when you need a compact onboard light source.

Battery, charging and runtime

The Crane M3S supports PD fast charging, so a full charge takes just two hours. With a full charge, the gimbal delivers up to 7.5 hours of operating time. These charging and runtime figures help you plan extended shooting sessions and minimize downtime between shoots.

Compatibility and use cases

The M3S has a high load-bearing capacity and accepts many mainstream full-frame camera and lens combinations. At the same time, it remains compatible with mobile phones and action cameras. Therefore, it suits creators who switch between cameras, travel light, or need a gimbal that can adapt to different shooting scenarios.

What’s in the box

• Crane-M3S Gimbal
• Tripod（M2）
• EPP Carrying Case
• Sony Control Cable LN-UCUS-C02
• Canon Camera Control Cable LN-MBUC-B02
• Panasonic Camera Control Cable LN-UCUC-D07
• USB Type-C Charging Cable

Technical specifications

FAQ

Question: Can I use the Crane M3S with both full-frame cameras and mobile phones?
Answer: Yes. The M3S has a high load-bearing capacity that supports many mainstream full-frame camera and lens combinations, and it also works with mobile phones and action cameras for lighter setups.

Question: How does the built-in light perform in outdoor or low-light conditions?
Answer: The built-in bi-colour fill light uses Lumen Amplifier technology and can reach up to 1000 lux with adjustable colour temperature from 2700–5500K, which helps reduce shadows in bright sunlight and offers practical fill in lower-light scenes.

Question: Will I need to rebalance the gimbal when I change my camera battery?
Answer: No. The Crane M3S features a customised two-in-one quick release that lets you disassemble the camera from the gimbal to change the battery without rebalancing the setup afterward.

Question: What are the charging and runtime expectations for longer shoots?
Answer: The gimbal supports PD fast charging, reaching a full charge in about two hours, and provides up to 7.5 hours of operating time on a full charge, allowing you to plan extended shooting sessions with predictable downtime.

Question: What is included in the package when I buy the Crane M3S?
Answer: The package includes the Crane-M3S Gimbal, Tripod（M2）, EPP Carrying Case, Sony Control Cable LN-UCUS-C02, Canon Camera Control Cable LN-MBUC-B02, Panasonic Camera Control Cable LN-UCUC-D07 and a USB Type-C Charging Cable.