Seen that the new FY-G4S 3-axis gimbal from Feiyu Tech has been released? Wonder if there is any actual difference between the newest upgrade and the older G4? Well look no further as this short article will tell you all you need to know about the FY-G4S in comparison with the G4.
Specifications
The G4S
There is now no limitation to the axis on this gimbal; all tilt, roll and pan have the full 360 degrees.
- Tilt: 360 degrees
- Roll: 360 degrees
- Pan: 360 degrees
- Weight; 260g
- Working time: 4.5 hours
The G4
The G4 has severely limited movement in comparison.
- Tilt: -160 to +160 degrees
- Roll: -50 to +50 degrees
- Pan: -160 to +160 degrees
- Weight; 265g
- Working time: 4 hours
Function Button
The G4S
The FY-G4S now comes with 4 modes and a in-built joystick that allows you to control the camera movements remotely.
- Heading follow mode
- Heading and pitch follow mode
- Inversion mode
- Rolling adjustment
The G4
The FY-G4 does not come with this function and only has 3 modes.
- Heading follow mode
- Heading and pitch follow mode
- Inversion mode
GoPro Charging Capacity
The G4S
The FY-G4S now comes with an in-built mini USB plug that you connect your GoPro camera to directly. You can the charge your camera as you film and this handy plug also provides the GoPro with that little extra support! This also enables video output and so you have absolutely no need for any cables!
The G4
The old G4, however, needs a separate cable to enable the charging facility and also the video output.
The Power Switch
The G4S
What used to be the power switch on the FY-G4 has now been modified into a tripod mount. This fantastic modification boosts the versatility of your gimbal significantly and you now power your gimbal with the mode button seen above.
The G4
As mentioned, the G4 does not have a tripod mount and instead has the power switch at the bottom of the handle.
Camera Installation
The G4S
The FY-G4S now comes with an easy to fasten and unfasten buckle for your GoPro camera. The separate buckle is slightly flexible, allowing you to bend it into the slots on the gimbal itself. This is not only more secure, but much quicker and easier to fasten/unfasten than the screws seen on the G4 gimbal.
This buckle is suitable for GoPro without Bacpac.
The G4
The G4 has the bracket and two screws setup that takes time to install and uninstall but does allow for GoPro with Bacpac.
The Packaging
The G4S
The new upgrade now comes with a hard shell carry case for your gimbal. This makes the FY-G4S one of the most stylish and practical filming accessories out there.
The G4
The G4 does not come with any carry case and just arrives in the decorative box seen above.
Conclusion
So, that’s a brief outline of the new Feiyu Tech FY-G4S 3-axis handheld gimbal in comparison with the older G4. It’s more practical, more stylish and carries on the excellent job started by Feiyu Tech but even better. It’s now available to purchase from Unmanned Tech (please follow the link above) and if you still nee that extra bit of convincing, please see the promo video released by Feiyu Tech.