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The ZHIYUN SMOOTH Q4 is a compact 3-axis smartphone gimbal designed for vloggers, content creators, live streamers, travelers, and mobile filmmakers who want smoother and more creative smartphone videos. Its foldable design, built-in 215mm extendable rod, magnetic fill light, multifunction control wheel, and easy landscape-to-portrait switching make it a versatile solution for everyday mobile filmmaking.
The SMOOTH Q4 combines electronic 3-axis stabilization with intelligent shooting features through the ZY Cami app, including SmartFollow, Gesture Control, MagicClone Pano, Dolly Zoom, and other creative shooting modes.
The SMOOTH Q4 uses a 3-axis stabilization system to reduce unwanted movement and provide smoother smartphone footage while walking, moving, vlogging, or recording handheld videos. This makes it suitable for both casual creators and users producing more polished social-media content.
A built-in 215mm extension rod provides additional shooting flexibility. You can move the smartphone farther away from your body for wider compositions, creative angles, selfies, and group shots without carrying a separate selfie stick.
The SMOOTH Q4 supports a magnetic fill light designed to improve lighting in darker environments. ZHIYUN specifies a 5500K standard color temperature with four adjustable brightness levels. Official specifications list the fill light at 2W, with an illumination range of approximately 48–520 lux depending on conditions.
The control wheel allows convenient one-handed operation. Depending on the supported setup, it can be used to adjust fill-light brightness and control focal length, keeping frequently used controls close to your fingertips.
Switch between horizontal and vertical shooting with a simple control operation. This makes the SMOOTH Q4 useful for YouTube videos, Instagram Reels, TikTok, Shorts, vlogs, and other social-media formats.
SmartFollow 3.0 helps keep the selected subject centered in the frame. Combined with the ZY Cami app, it provides an easier way to record yourself without constantly adjusting the smartphone manually.
The ZY Cami app expands the creative capabilities of the gimbal with intelligent shooting modes, templates, filters, effects, editing tools, and features such as Gesture Control, MagicClone Pano, Dolly Zoom, and Live Stream Master.
The compact folding structure makes the SMOOTH Q4 easier to carry and store. Its official dimensions are 181.7 × 107.7 × 56.3mm and its net weight is approximately 370g including the battery.
The built-in 1200mAh battery provides up to 10 hours of tested operating runtime and up to 15 hours in standby under ZHIYUN's stated laboratory conditions. Charging takes approximately 2.5 hours using a suitable 5V/2A power adapter.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | ZHIYUN SMOOTH Q4 |
| Product Type | Smartphone Gimbal |
| Stabilization | 3-Axis |
| Model | SM117 |
| Smartphone Weight | 150g–280g |
| Standard Tested Smartphone Weight | 226g |
| Clamp Width | 55mm–90mm |
| Smartphone Thickness | 7mm–10mm |
| Extension Rod | Up to 215mm |
| Battery Capacity | 1200mAh |
| Operating Runtime | Up to 10 hours |
| Standby Runtime | Up to 15 hours |
| Charging Time | Approx. 2.5 hours |
| Fill Light Power | 2W |
| Fill Light Color Temperature | 5500K |
| Fill Light Illumination | 48–520 lux |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Operation Frequency | 2.402GHz–2.480GHz |
| Tilt Mechanical Range | -84° to 254° |
| Roll Mechanical Range | -175° to 163° |
| Pan Mechanical Range | -96° to 235° |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to 45°C |
| Charging Port | USB Type-C |
| Dimensions | 181.7 × 107.7 × 56.3mm |
| Weight | Approx. 370g |
Specifications are based on ZHIYUN's official product data and user guide.
The exact package can vary by Standard or Combo version. ZHIYUN's listed Q4 package/accessories include:
The official user guide specifically notes that the magnetic fill light and certain accessories are included with the SMOOTH Q4 Combo Kit rather than the single-unit version.
| Feature | ZHIYUN SMOOTH Q4 | ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5S |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Smartphone Gimbal | Smartphone Gimbal |
| Stabilization | 3-Axis | 3-Axis |
| Built-In Extension Rod | 215mm | No |
| Fill Light | Magnetic, 5500K | Built-in fill light |
| Maximum Runtime | Up to 15h standby | Up to 24h standby conditions |
| Weight | 370g | Approx. 625g |
| Foldable Design | Yes | Yes |
| Portrait Shooting | Yes | Yes |
| App | ZY Cami | ZY Cami |
| Best For | Portable mobile content | More advanced smartphone filmmaking |
The SMOOTH Q4 is particularly attractive when portability, an integrated extension rod, and quick mobile shooting are priorities, while the SMOOTH 5S is a more substantial option for creators seeking a larger smartphone gimbal platform.
The SMOOTH Q4 is a good choice for:
ZHIYUN itself positions the Q4 toward filmmakers, vloggers, live-streamers, influencers, and on-the-move creators.
Yes. The SMOOTH Q4 uses a 3-axis stabilization system for smartphones.
It supports smartphones within the specified clamp and weight range. ZHIYUN lists a supported phone weight range of 150g–280g and a clamp width of 55mm–90mm.
Yes. It has a built-in extension rod that extends up to 215mm.
Yes, but package contents can vary. The compatible magnetic fill light uses a 5500K standard color temperature and offers adjustable brightness.
ZHIYUN specifies up to 10 hours of operating runtime and up to 15 hours in standby under its stated test conditions.
The official charging time is approximately 2.5 hours under the specified test conditions.
Yes. The gimbal supports easy switching between landscape and portrait shooting.
Yes. SmartFollow 3.0 is available through the supported ZY Cami ecosystem.
Yes. Its portrait shooting capability and mobile-oriented design make it suitable for short-form vertical video.
Yes. Its foldable design, built-in extension rod, and approximately 370g weight make it convenient for travel and outdoor content creation.
The SMOOTH Q4 works with ZHIYUN's ZY Cami app for supported intelligent shooting and creative features.
Yes. The gimbal uses a USB Type-C charging connection.
Choosing the right smartphone gimbal depends on your phone's weight and dimensions, the type of content you create, and whether you need features such as subject tracking, an extension rod, or integrated lighting.
For buyers who prioritize portability, easy operation, smartphone vlogging, travel content, and flexible shooting angles, the ZHIYUN SMOOTH Q4 is a practical choice. Before ordering, confirm your smartphone's weight, width, thickness, and compatibility with the gimbal.
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