Does gimbal have to be perfectly balanced?

The balance doesn't have to be perfect, and if your camera doesn't push the limits of your gimbal load capacity, most motors can do a good job even without a perfectly balanced setup. But the easier it is on the motors, the less chaotic it will act.
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What happens if you don't balance a gimbal?

Why Do I Need to Worry If My Gimbal Is a Little Off Balance? Shooting with an improperly balanced gimbal will strain the motors, drain the battery and may cause the gimbal to make micro shakes at certain angles that you may not notice while you're shooting, which will ruin you shot.
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Do you have to balance a gimbal?

Most people balance the first two axis precisely, and leave the pan axis on a 'good enough' setting. Each manufacturer and each generation of gimbal is slightly different. The first time you balance a camera and lens, it can take upwards of 20 minutes. However, over time most operators get that down to under 5 minutes.
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Which is the easiest gimbal to balance?

If you're looking for a handheld gimbal that's relatively easy to balance, isn't too heavy on weight, and allows you to create professional-looking video, the Moza Lite 2P is definitely worth checking out.
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How do gimbals work?

The Gimbal resists outside movement by using sensors, motors, and electronics. It is designed to produce smoother and more stable footage. These stabilizers are generally better than traditional ones and allow for smoother transitions and movements.
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What should you not do with a gimbal?

Ten things not to do with your gimbal
  1. Not stabilizing your arms. ...
  2. Overdoing the gimbal movements. ...
  3. Putting too much weight. ...
  4. Forgetting spare batteries. ...
  5. Don't spend the whole budget on the gimbal. ...
  6. Not choosing the right gimbal for your needs. ...
  7. Not checking the compatibility with your camera. ...
  8. Not customizing the gimbal.
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Should I use a gimbal for sports?

With a gimbal, you'll get smooth footage that shows the action from all angles. You can use this shot for many sports, but it's best for slower, indoor sports like snooker, darts, or chess. While your subject can be stationary or mobile, it works best if you're a short distance from what you're shooting.
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Are gimbals good for photos?

A perfectly balanced gimbal will let you swing the camera in any direction with just the push of a finger. This tripod head provides both flexibility and stability minus the heavy load. Although gimbal heads are often used in photography, they can be used for videography as well.
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How do you balance om 4?

DJI OM4: How To Balance and Calibrate Gimbal
  1. Go to your 'settings' menu. The Settings menu can be located at the top right of your scree. ...
  2. Choose 'Gimbal Settings' ...
  3. Go to 'Horizontal Gimbal Adjustments' ...
  4. Adjust the horizontal rotation until gimbal is level. ...
  5. Click 'Done' ...
  6. Your gimbal will be balanced.
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Why does the Ronin-S beep?

Beeping means the gimbal is warning there's a problem with excessive load on the motors and the Ronin-S is going into motor protection mode. This usually means there's a big problem with the camera being out of balance.
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How do I calibrate my Ronin-S joystick?

Press the trigger 4 times and hold and begin joystick calibration. Push and pull the joysticks several times as far as it will go in all directions. Press the trigger 4 times and hold again to complete calibration. Or wait 20 seconds for the calibration to automatically finish.
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How do you calibrate Osmo?

Tap the Settings button, then tap the calibration button in the upper right corner. Tap OK and it will count down for 3 seconds, then the gimbal will automatically calibrate. When gimbal calibrated is shown on the screen, tap Ok, then the Osmo pocket can be used to capture photos or videos normally.
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What causes gimbal overload?

Gimbal overload can be caused by such factors as gimbal debris, obstruction at launch, broken hardware, heavy third-party accessories, or poor weight distribution. It can sometimes result from strain on the gimbal motor or the camera.
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How do you fix gimbal overload?

If you have received a "Gimbal Motor Overload" error message for your DJI drone, the simplest solution is to follow these three steps:
  1. Recalibrate the gimbal before flying. ...
  2. Look around your gimbal to check for any dust or particles. ...
  3. You need to ensure that you take-off on a flat surface and use a landing pad.
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