The widespread use of social media platforms makes it possible for more and more people to join the trend of self-publishing, and I am delighted to be a part of it. As for me, being able to share the highlights of my life and interesting experiences with my friends is something that makes me happy. Whether it’s taking selfies or shooting videos, which will be something I can talk about with my children and grandchildren in my old age, just think of the excitement! When I’m taking photos or videos outdoors, it’s become essential for me to prevent the lens from shaking so I can get a perfect photo or video. Initially, I chose to use a gimbal camera, but I found that the image quality of a gimbal camera was not as good as that of a smartphone. So I began to look at the handheld gimbal stabiliser and did a lot of research on the subject, which I would like to share with you.

The principle of a hand-held head is to apply power in the opposite direction of vibration, either mechanically or electronically, to counteract camera shake, thereby reducing the degradation of quality and blurring of images caused by shaking when shooting video. For large format monocular cameras in particular, a hand-held head is the best way to get the most out of the equipment and to produce the ideal film with sharp details and vivid colours.

Handheld gimbal stabilisers are broadly divided into two types: ‘mechanical heads’ and ‘electronic heads’, each with different characteristics and ways of fixing the camera, which can be selected according to their purpose and desired effect. Electronic heads rely on electronic instruments such as gyroscopes to automatically compensate for camera shake and tilt to keep the image level. This type of head is more stable than the mechanical type and is less likely to produce blurred images. It is ideal for users who want to improve the clarity of their videos, but also for those who need to record for long periods of time in their hands.