Snap up a Zhiyun smartphone stabilizer for just $30 this Black Friday (save $30!)

Snap up a Zhiyun smartphone stabilizer for just $30
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Ahead of the main Black Friday camera deals, Zhiyun is offering 50% off a Zhiyun Smooth X 2-axis mobile phone stabilizer. For just $29.99 you can make sure you never shoot shaky video again, it's motion-controlled and includes an extendable pole for taking selfies. 

Zhiyun Smooth X Gimbal |

Zhiyun Smooth X Gimbal | was $59.99 | now $29.99
Save $30 at Amazon on a Zhiyun Smooth X compact folding and extendable 2-axis handheld gimbal stabilizer for smartphones. Can be used to ensure that you never shoot shaky video footage or as a selfie stick.

Now for less than the cost of a month's iPhone contract, you can pick up a Zhiyun Smooth X handheld gimbal. It supports phones up to 3.5-inches, has a 10-inch extendable internal pole and up to 5.5 hours battery life. 

This user-friendly gimbal is compatible with both iOS and Android. The app offers features such as slow-motion, time-lapse and panorama plus it enables you to track a subject automatically after getting the subject in frame. There are also basic editing features in-app such as being able to trim shots, add music and add subtitles.

It has an average battery life of 4 hours but can work for up to 5.5 hours with some applications on standby. It also has a physical joystick, supports gesture control so you can start recording by displaying a "V" sign or by waving at the camera and has a 1/4-inch mounting thread on the bottom for attaching a tripod. 

The gimbal is perfect for capturing memories abroad, on a day trip, or even at a special occasion. With a small, lightweight and portable design it can be carried in a rucksack or even a tote bag! The controls are easy to use and it'll make your footage look so much more professional.

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Hannah Rooke
Staff Writer

Having studied Journalism and Public Relations at the University of the West of England Hannah developed a love for photography through a module on photojournalism. She specializes in Portrait, Fashion and lifestyle photography but has more recently branched out in the world of stylized product photography. For the last 3 years Hannah has worked at Wex Photo Video as a Senior Sales Assistant using her experience and knowledge of cameras to help people buy the equipment that is right for them. With 5 years experience working with studio lighting, Hannah has run many successful workshops teaching people how to use different lighting setups.

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