June 2025 Gimbal News Round-Up: New FeiyuTech Mini Pro Rigs, Firmware Boosts and Fresh Accessories

FeiyuTech SCORP Mini 3 Pro being held by a hand

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The gimbal world did not slow down for summer. From hybrid phone-to-mirrorless stabilisers to firmware that sharpens ActiveTrack, June kept creators busy. Below are the five highlights you should know about.

1. FeiyuTech SCORP Mini 3 Pro Launches – 4-in-1 Power for 2 kg Payload (3 June)

FeiyuTech SCORP Mini 3 Pro
FeiyuTech SCORP Mini 3 Pro

FeiyuTech unveiled the SCORP Mini 3 Pro, a convertible gimbal that supports smartphones, action cams, mirrorless bodies and compact cameras up to 2 kg. It ships with a cooling fan, on-board AI tracking and a claimed 14-hour battery. Early reviewers praised the smooth motor torque at half the weight of larger SCORP rigs. source: https://store.feiyu-tech.com/products/feiyu-scorp-mini-3

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2. Zhiyun Cinepeer Smooth 5 E Ships with 20 % Early-Bird Discount (13 May – 13 June)

Zhiyun Cinepeer Smooth 5E
Zhiyun Cinepeer Smooth 5E

Zhiyun’s budget arm dropped the Smooth 5 E, a $149 smartphone gimbal that packs five shooting modes and magnet-mount fill lights. Early buyers enjoyed a 20 % discount through mid-June. The gimbal’s 680-lux high-CRI lamp and Apple Watch remote control grabbed headlines in mobile-video circles. source: https://www.zhiyun-tech.com/en/downloads/cinepeer-smooth-5e

3. DJI RS 4 Mini Firmware v1.2 Improves ActiveTrack and Adds Sleep Mode (24 May, rolling out in June)

DJI RS 4 Mini Bundle contents
DJI RS 4 Mini Bundle contents

DJI released firmware v1.2 for the RS 4 Mini, rolling out globally through June. The update tightens ActiveTrack responsiveness, adds a quick Sleep toggle and fixes joystick drift on some early units. Creators can update via the Ronin app in under five minutes. source: https://dronexl.co/2025/05/24/dji-rs-4-mini-firmware-update/

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4. DJI Matrice 400 Enterprise Drone Debuts with LiDAR-Aided 3-Axis Gimbal (10 June)

Although not technically a gimbal, the Matrice 400 drone, aimed at enterprise pilots, showcases DJI’s latest three-axis gimbal with mm-wave radar obstacle mapping and a 6 kg payload – tech likely to trickle into future Ronin products. The drone flies up to 59 minutes and promises cinematic stability in 45 km h winds. source: https://www.dji.com/media-center/announcements/dji-release-matrice-400

Key Takeaways

  • Hybrid versatility rises: SCORP Mini 3 Pro targets creators who swap between phone and mirrorless.
  • Budget smartphone rigs improve: Smooth 5 E brings pro shooting modes to the sub-$150 tier.
  • Firmware matters: DJI RS 4 Mini’s update shows manufacturers are iterating quickly post-launch.
  • Enterprise tech trickles down: Matrice 400’s LiDAR gimbal hints at future Ronin features.

That wraps June. We’ll be back on the first Monday of August with the July recap. Meanwhile check our latest deep-dive reviews:

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the FeiyuTech SCORP Mini 3 Pro a phone gimbal or a camera gimbal?

Both – its plate adapts to smartphones, action cams and mirrorless rigs up to 2 kg.

Does the Zhiyun Smooth 5 E include an AI tracker by default?

No. The $149 base kit omits AI. The $199 combo adds the tracker and fill lights.

How do I install DJI RS 4 Mini firmware v1.2?

Power on the gimbal, open the Ronin app, tap “Update Now” then wait until the gimbal reboots.

Will the Matrice 400’s LiDAR gimbal tech appear in Ronin products?

DJI has not confirmed dates but past patterns suggest enterprise gimbal innovations filter to Ronin within a year.

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