Hohem iSteady Q Review: Gimbal Stabilizer for Smartphone

If you want to promote yourself, your business, or your brand, social media is key. And depending on what you’re doing, video is liable to be a part of your strategy. But video is both harder and easier to do than ever before. On the one hand, we have so much more capability at our fingertips than in the past. On the other hand, people have come to expect higher quality. Gone are the days when you could film a grainy video in your basement and become an influencer. If you’re not putting out high-quality content, people are going to be unimpressed. To get the best videos, you need the right equipment.

在这方面，许多人对智能手机非常关注。的确，iPhone 13上的相机之间的差异要大于廉价的tracfone。但是好的电话相机只是方程式的一部分。如果您在运动中，您的视频将会摇摇欲坠，除非您有摄影师以保持稳定。如果您正在拍摄自己，您可能还需要一个可以保持脸上尖头的跟踪架。对于演讲，三脚架是保持手机稳定和级别的重要方法。当然，如果没有他们可信赖的自拍棒，没有影响者的工具包将是完整的。那是很多设备。但是，如果您可以将所有这些东西放入一个包裹中怎么办？

这Hohem iSteady Qis a unique, all-in-one tool for mounting and pointing your camera. It’s a motorized gimbal that keeps your phone level for smooth action shots. It’s a tripod for presentations, and it can track and recognize your face. The handle even telescopes into a nifty selfie stick. But how well is it actually designed? How do you control it, and how long does the battery last? To find out whether the iSteady Q is worth the investment, we’ll have to consider many different factors. We’ll have to talk about how you control the various functions. We’ll have to look at the AI features, and the motion stabilization. After we’ve gone over the entire package, we’ll be ready to sum up what we’ve learned. Let’s begin!

设计与建筑

这Hohem iSteady Qis available in white or black plastic, with some aluminum parts. It’s not exactly military-grade, but it’s reasonably tough, and it’s also affordable. The design is collapsible, so it’s easy to transport. When fully closed up, it measures just 5.51 inches long, 2.13 inches thick, and 1.42 inches wide. And at less than half a pound, it’s very lightweight and easy to carry.

So far, so good. But what happens when you open it up? The first thing you’ll notice is the phone mounting clamp. This is used no matter what configuration you’re using the device in, since it’s necessary to hold your phone. It’s capable of securing pretty much any modern phone, including any Samsung or iPhone. It can actually be used in two different ways. First, the clamps can be opened wide, and because they’re spring-loaded, they’ll pull tight to your phone. They’ve got rubber pads on the inside, so you don’t have to worry about your case getting scratched. The clamps are also slotted, so you can pop your phone into the slots. This is no good for action shots, but it’s useful for some tabletop applications. The base of the clamp plays host to the power button, along with a few small indicator lights.

In its most basic application, as a gimbal grip, you simply hold onto the handle and point the camera. The base of the clamp is mounted, so it can rotate 360 degrees. It’s also motorized, so it can hold your phone at the right angle as you move around. Inside of the handle is a telescoping aluminum rod, which can extend to a length of 19.6 inches. That way, you can use the mount as a selfie stick. The clamp’s mounting bracket can rotate 180 degrees, to point the camera directly at you. And with the motorized clamp, you can easily switch between portrait and landscape mode.

这handle is actually three-sided, and the three sides are hinged about two thirds of the way up. When opened, they form the base of a tripod. There are even little rubber feet that keep it from sliding around. If you want to do motion tracking, you can put the phone in two positions. If it’s between the clamps, it can be rotated on its vertical axis. It can also pan 360 degrees. If it’s in the slots in the clamps, it won’t be able to rotate. But it will be able to pan around the room and pivot 180 degrees up and down. If this sounds a little confusing, it is at first. But once you get the hang of it, you’ll find that this is a very versatile little tripod.

除了应用程序控件外，您还将拥有一个内置的模块化遥控器。它适合手柄顶部的插槽，因此您可以用拇指进行操作。如果您将Isteady Q用作三脚架，则可以卸下遥控器，并最多33英尺。有用于缩放，停止和开始录制以及拍摄快照的按钮。您可以放大进出，也可以在房间周围锅锅。您甚至可以使用一个按钮在肖像和景观模式之间切换。该遥控器使用手表电池，应持续数月的正常使用。为了节省电池寿命，顶部有一个黑色的小开关。您需要翻转此开关以使用遥控器，并在完成后将其关闭。

正如我们提到的那样，这是合理的强大但不防弹。如果您想要更耐用的云台进行极端的动作镜头，请查看Hohem Isteady Pro 2。它是由聚合物和有一个更持久longer-lasting battery. On the downside, there are fewer app features. And the iSteady Q is still covered by Hohem’s 12-month warranty, so you’re protected from any defects.

Operation & Ease of Use

那么,如何使用iSteady Q吗?要看情况而定啊n what mode you’re using it in. Let’s start with the most basic function, the gimbal mode. This is used for taking shots while you’re walking or running. It’s also used if you’re filming another person and want to move the camera freely. In this mode, you’ll have a few different options. First, you can lock your phone into a portrait or landscape configuration. As you move around, the motors will automatically keep the camera level. Meanwhile, they will also compensate for any vibrations. Alternatively, you can lock the bracket in place, and point the camera any direction you want. This is necessary for any shot that isn’t on a level plane, and you’ll still get motion stabilization.

When you’re using the iSteady Q as a selfie stick, it’s a little bit different. Because you’re going to want to aim your phone manually, there’s no automatic leveling. But you still get the benefit of motion stabilization, for smooth shots that don’t shake.

三脚架模式是最直接的。您只需设置三脚架，然后将手机放入肖像或景观配置。这就是全部。但是，您还可以激活运动跟踪功能。这将跟随您在房间周围，因此您可以在不徘徊的情况下四处走动。您还可以获得一些基本的运动控件。例如，您可以在相机上闪烁“ V”符号以开始录制。

To use the motion tracking function and motion controls, you’ll need to stall the Hohem Joy App. This app is free on iOS and Android, and easy to install. In addition to motion controls, you’ll get a number of other benefits. You can take a time lapse video, or take a 360-degree panoramic shot. You can even simulate a dolly zoom, which is a pretty neat effect.

如果您想要更多的自拍照和运动控制功能，请考虑Zhiyun Tech Smooth XS Smartphone Gimbal。它具有许多用于拍摄自己的功能，这是彩带的理想选择。再说一次，这并不是真正的动作凸轮。

Running Time & Charging

Isteady Q的电池容量为460mAh，足以连续使用三个小时。这只是一个粗略的估计，因为很大程度上取决于您的使用方式。有一种特殊的节能模式，可以使电动机停用，并且电池寿命三倍。在此模式下，它不会稳定或旋转手机，但您仍然可以使用遥控器。

Charging takes only 45 minutes using the included USB to USB Type-C power cord. That said, you have to be careful about what kind of charger you plug it into. In a normal, 5V/2.4V USB port, it will charge just fine. But you don’t want to use any high-powered QC ports. If the battery gets a charge of more than 20 watts, it can be permanently damaged. This was a bit disappointing, since a halfway-decent BMS system would protect against over-voltage.

If you need more battery life, take a look at theHohem Mobile Plus。It has a battery life of up to 12 hours, and can even function as a power bank. It also has more action functions. On the other hand, it’s not extendable, and it’s twice as expensive.

最终判决

这Hohem iSteady Q是周围最通用的智能手机gimbals之一。它具有太多的应用程序，您可能永远不需要其他立场，gimbal或自拍棒。无刷的电动机很好且安静，运动稳定非常有效。我们还喜欢模块化遥控器，这使所有内容都非常易于使用。总而言之，这是一个奇妙的价值。