Zhiyun · Updated June 2026
Zhiyun Smooth 5S: price, specs & release date
Zhiyun Smooth 5S, released 2022-11. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: digitalcameraworld.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Zhiyun Smooth 5S is listed at $169 on digitalcameraworld.com as of 2026-06-27, #6 cheapest of 12 gimbals (median $234); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Platinum Deskmark — 75/100 pay-blind standing, #1 of 12 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Is the Zhiyun Smooth 5S a good buy?
At $169, the Zhiyun Smooth 5S is #6 cheapest of the 12 gimbals we track, where the median is $234. On the spec sheet, its battery hours of 24 is the highest of the 12, its max payload of 0.66 lb is below the median of the 11, and its weight of 1.38 lb is below the median of the 12.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $169 MSRP, standard package (combo $219) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Zhiyun |
| Released | 2022-11 |
| Type | smartphone |
| Max payload (lb) | 0.66 |
| Axes | 3 |
| Battery hours | 24 |
| Weight (lb) | 1.38 |
| Built in screen | No |
| Quick release | — |
Source: digitalcameraworld.com (verified 2026-06-19) · corroborated by makeuseof.com. Corrected. Launch Nov 8, 2022 and standard MSRP $169 confirmed by Digital Camera World ('$169/£169... or Combo at $219'). Weight 625 g / 1.38 lb confirmed across reviews. Max phone payload 300 g / 0.66 lb confirmed. battery_hours corrected 25 -> 24: manufacturer/editorial rating is 'up to 24 hours' (2,600 mAh, 15W PD) per MakeUseOf and Pocket-lint. Has a rear mode/status indicator panel, not a full display screen; built_in_screen false.
Is the Zhiyun Smooth 5S worth it vs cheaper gimbals?
Zhiyun Smooth 5S against its closest cheaper and pricier gimbals on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 12 ranked
| Product | Price | Type | Max payload (lb) | Axes | Battery hours | Weight (lb) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zhiyun Smooth 5S this | $169 | smartphone | 0.66 | 3 | 24 | 1.38 |
| Insta360 Flow 2 Pro | $159.99 | smartphone | 0.73 | 3 | 10 | 0.79 |
| Hohem iSteady M7 | $299 | smartphone | 1.1 | 3 | 12 | 1.39 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Zhiyun Smooth 5S cost?
The Zhiyun Smooth 5S has a US price of $169 (MSRP, standard package (combo $219)), as of 2026-06-19.
How does the Zhiyun Smooth 5S compare on price?
At $169, the Zhiyun Smooth 5S is #6 cheapest of the 12 gimbals we track, where the median is $234.
When was the Zhiyun Smooth 5S released?
The Zhiyun Smooth 5S was released 2022-11.
What are the Zhiyun Smooth 5S's key specs?
Zhiyun Smooth 5S (Zhiyun): type smartphone, max payload lb 0.66, axes 3, battery hours 24, weight lb 1.38. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.
Price of record: $169 at digitalcameraworld.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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