From hybrid gimbals with AI tracking to pocketable phone stabilisers, July–August 2025 delivered real upgrades. Here’s my curated roundup of the biggest gimbal news, what actually matters for creators, and what to watch next.
The DJI Osmo Pocket 3 combines a powerful 1-inch sensor with silky gimbal stabilisation, 4K/120fps recording and a big articulating screen. I tested it for travel, low light and vlogging to see if this pocket camera really replaces larger gear.
If you shoot on a GoPro or DJI Osmo Action and want smoother shots than electronic stabilisation alone, the Hohem iSteady Pro 4 promises long battery life, quick mounting and splash protection. I put it through trail runs, bikes and timelapses to see where it shines.
The DJI RS 4 slots between the Mini and the Pro with real 3 kg payload, second-gen native vertical shooting and an optional 29.5-hour battery grip. After a month of travel and client shoots, here is how it stacks up and who should buy it.
A gimbal is only half the battle; the right extras turn shaky clips into polished shots. Below are the seven best gimbal accessories 2025, field-tested on DJI, Zhiyun and Insta360 rigs, plus a quick-scan bullet list so you can jump straight to what you need.
Flow 2 trims weight, price and pro features to become the new entry point in Insta360’s lineup. After two weeks of vlogging and travel tests, here is the verdict – plus how it stacks up against Flow 2 Pro and DJI OM 7 Pro.
Three hot sub-$150 gimbals rule 2025: Insta360 Flow 2, DJI Osmo Mobile 7 Pro and Hohem iSteady V3. I tested them side-by-side for stabilisation, AI tracking, fill lights and battery so you can pick the right travel rig.
The new Smooth 5E brings five gimbal modes, magnetic fill lights and optional AI tracking to the sub-150 dollar class. After two weeks of day-to-night vlog shoots I compare it with Hohem iSteady V3 and DJI Osmo Mobile 7 Pro.
Unveiled at CES on 9 January 2025, Hohem’s iSteady V3 folds smaller, tracks smarter and brightens faces with a built-in light. After three weeks of city, hike and studio shoots, here is the full verdict plus a head-to-head with iSteady M7 and DJI OM 7 Pro.
DJI shrank the Ronin line again. The RS 4 Mini gains auto locks, a 30 percent longer battery and optional AI tracking while keeping a 4.4 lb payload. After a fortnight on the road, here is the full verdict together with a head-to-head versus RS 3 Mini.