# Omni-Compatible Handheld Gimbals The Zhiyun Crane M3 Works with a Range of Photography Equipment By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-11-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zhiyun-crane-m3 References: [coolthings](https://www.coolthings.com/zhiyun-crane-m3-handheld-gimbal-stabilizes-smartphones-action-cams-and-even-mirrorless-cameras/) & [store.zhiyun-tech](https://store.zhiyun-tech.com/products/crane-m3)  The [Zhiyun Crane](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zhiyun-smooth-5) M3 handheld gimbal is a multifunctional photography and videography solution for users seeking out a way to keep their equipment steady when shooting out in the field. The unit aims to replace individual gimbals for mirrorless cameras, [action cameras and smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flow-2-pro) in favor of a unified device that still maintains a compact design. The unit has a series of reverse-loaded motors that enable it to allow for tilt control up to 309-degrees, while also allowing for 333-degree rolls and panning up to 360-degrees. The Zhiyun Crane M3 handheld gimbal has a [small touchscreen at the top](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-rs-5) portion of the handle that will allow users to keep an eye on functionality, while an analog stick and buttons enable intuitive control. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Unified Handheld Gimbals:** The trend towards a unified handheld gimbal with reverse-loaded motors presents opportunities for further compact design and expanded device compatibility. - **Multifunctional Photography Solutions:** The trend towards multifunctional photography and videography solutions presents opportunities for technology convergence and new product development. - **Intuitive Control Interfaces:** The trend towards intuitive control interfaces presents opportunities for innovative input methods and gesture recognition. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Photography Equipment:** Photography equipment companies can leverage the trend towards unified handheld gimbals and expanded compatibility to create streamlined, all-in-one products. - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can use the trend towards multifunctional photography solutions to create new products that blend technology to serve multiple purposes. - **User Interface Design:** User interface design companies can capitalize on the trend towards intuitive control interfaces to create new input methods for users beyond traditional buttons and touchscreens. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Three-in-One Photography Gimbals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/q09-gimbal-stabilizer.md) - [Professional-Grade Gimbals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zhiyun-smooth-5.md) - [AI-Powered Gimbals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isteady-m7.md) - [Advanced AI-Powered Smartphone Gimbals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-tracking.md) - [Cordless Triple-Axis Gimbal Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feiyu-pocket-3.md) - [Modular Multifunctional Smartphone Gimbals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-osmo-mobile-7-pro.md) - [Quad-Mode Smartphone Stabilizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-osmo-mobile-6.md) - [Robust Content Creator Gimbals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zhiyun.md) - [Pocket-Sized Gimbal Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-osmo-pocket-3.md)