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Zhiyun Crane 4 vs Hohem iSteady M7
A sourced, side-by-side spec comparison. Hohem iSteady M7 is cheaper at $299. Every spec and price links to its source.
Side by side
| Zhiyun Crane 4 | Hohem iSteady M7 | |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $669 (MSRP, standard kit (combo $749)) | $299 (MSRP at launch) |
| Brand | Zhiyun | Hohem |
| Released | 2023-07 | 2024-12 |
| type | camera | smartphone |
| max payload lb | — | 1.1 |
| axes | 3 | 3 |
| battery hours | 12 | 12 |
| weight lb | 3.69 | 1.39 |
| built in screen | true | true |
| quick release | Dual-layer QR plates (landscape/portrait) | — |
| release | 2023-07 | 2024-12 |
Sources — Zhiyun Crane 4: store.zhiyun-tech.com (verified 2026-06-19). Hohem iSteady M7: store.hohem.com (verified 2026-06-19).