A Better Gimbal? FeiyuTech Scorp

A hands-on review of the FeiyuTech Scorp, with sample footage, demonstrating new improved gimbal features.

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[mycompasstv]

This looks like a nicely machined gimbal. It's terrific that you stressed both the negatives and the positives in equal measure. Another honest and comprehensive review on another intriguing piece of gear. Well done Maaten!

[luckyjune]

What makes me impressive is the scorpion outlook, ..Cool! Good to be able to know the gimbal from two sides, really want to see more footages.

[mixwizard]

Nice professional concise and informative presentation. I have just obtained the Scorp - C (the one without the LCD screen) and it works just as you described unfortunately, I am experiencing noise from the motors intruding on audio when in video mode. balancing is perfect as well as motor calibration Have you noticed this with your Scorp. Many thanks.

[summerw]

This gimbal is light and easy to use, the shooting is smooth. Competative price. Thanks for sharing and reviewing!

[berchaunclark]

I didn’t realize how I miss you Rooney until watching your video. Thank you, sincerely.

[andrewsi]

i just bought mu scrop. but when i turned on, the motors doen't work. all motor unlocked dan fully charged. can you help me?

[sunme]

Really is interested but no way to bay it in my country

[umbertoaguiar]

Thanks for your review. Youtube reviews are a jungle where good part of the reviewers act as salespeople rather than real reviewers. I am looking for a first gimbal and saw you whilst browsing . A real reviewer! I knew I could trust you so I watched your review.

I always liked to read manuals (from the time when you actually got a complete printed manual with the camera) and the lack of information about the operation of this Scorp is something that I don't like. I do like the shape/design and will take that into account before making my decision. Actually, I would have already ordered a Moza Air 2S but the problem is that I live in the UK and the gimbal will ship from Amazon US so return, if necessary, will be a hassle so I am considering gimbals shipped by Amazon UK.

One note on reliability of reviews on Youtube: Ten reviewers got a free kit with the Shiftcam new series of lenses for iPhones. The kit was worth $1, 200 plus shipping and heavy taxes (if outside the US). Shiftcam does not provide lens caps for their lenses. Not a single reviewer criticised that or even mentioned that.They are salespeople, not reviewers.You are a real reviewer. Thanks for that.

P.S, It seems that you stopped posting reviews?

[IHEdition]

Hi, Does your unit has a battery issue?? Like it drains from 100 to 75% to 50% at no time. and then it stays to 50 for a bit long and then 25%??

[mauriasabbado]

Great review!! Do you think will balance Sony a7siii with 24-70 lens ? Thanks!

[JavierArellano]

Dear Maarten, thanks for another great video.
I checked the price on Amazon and it's a little high. I have some smartphone gimbals from same brand and are great but I think will pass on this one for now. I'm looking for one small and portable for my Canon m6 mark II. Have a nice day!

[vikastiwari]

Please suggest a gimbal for Panasonic S1 camera which has 1kg body weight without lens. With lens it is 1.6kg. this gimbal seems small or less powerful

[veesoho]

Nice and thought review, which is your favorite gimbal ? Thank you!

[Blastarr]

It has been 8 months since your video how had your feelings about the gimble changed? I am thinking about getting a gimble for my film work and wanted to know if this is a good buy because money is an option.

[asuhfarias]

How can I an external monitor on the Scorp C? Is there some accessorie?

[murrayscheuerman]

Great review. I have the Feiyutech AK2000c gimbal. I think it's great gimbal for the sale price that I paid.
Also got the auxiliary handle for it. The handle comes with an allen wrench that has a magnetic storage location.

[The_CGA]

You are the soul of true fairness in Media, sir.
Excellent feature rundown, though I would like to understand its value proposition in the market compared to similarly mysterious Chinese gimbals…or in more brief terms…”how much does it cost?”

Is it really just for APSCand smalller, or would you say it can handle something like an A7C or A7 with a plasticky lens?

[PCHUANG-ykpw]

Finally, a review from a real expert, Woody Allen.

[lexatvl]

Great video!
I have some experience with Chinese products and the problem is that they don't support their goods (firmware and etc) instead they come out new products. It's a pity little bit.

[azazaz]

io ho lo scorp C, sono ancora in modalita devo conoscerlo meglio, cmq è migliorabilein particolare nell attacco, io uso la placca peak design per agganciare la mia Lumix G9 allo zaino, per fortuna riesco a giocare visto il peso della camera con l obiettivo, bello in vortex ma non gira sull asse perfetto, comunque un buon oggetto con un buon rapporto qualità prezzo