G6 Max Structure
Main Features
- The payload is up to 1.2KG , easily compatible with Camera Sony a7 series and short lens, and more Mirrorless Camera / Action Camera/ Smart phone.
- Sliding designed quick release plate with anti-drop screws to release the camera quickly.
- 3-axis motor lock, assist to balance and store the gimbal conveniently.
- Ergonomic handle design make it easily to hold the gimbal by the curve for labor-saving, and conveniently to hold and operate by single hand.
- Increase the size of OLED display screen. Easier to check battery level/ work mode/camera status and other essential status on it.
- NEW USB-C port to control the camera photography / video recording/zoom quick smoothly with USB C cable connection.
- The operation experience of Multi-function knob is highly improved, accurately to operate and elegantly to touch.
- Just one tap to enter Inception mode to do auto-rotation movement, Any rotating angle is available at inception mode.
- Just one tap to enter/exit Portrait mode for Tik Tock or Livestream, no need any other extra adapter or re-balance the gimbal again and again.
- Set motion time-lapse and the route clearly by guide steps of display on gimbal. Set up long exposure time lapse easily on touch display via cable control way.
- Excellent splash-proof technology to carry your water proof Gopro/Smartphone to enjoy shooting fun in the rain.
- The auto-adaption feature is precisely improved, which complete the motor strength adjustment in 2 seconds.
- The customizing the function of trigger and function button help you personalize different working mode to fit individual special needs.
- When equipped with optional wireless MIC kit, it can collect high quality sound to help you take VLOG/Tik Tok video more vividly.
- With 1/4 inch thread hole each on the side and bottom of handle, it allows you to adapt more accessories.
- 2200mAh battery capacity provides 9h working time for the whole day usage.
- 360-degree at single-axis/two-axis/three-axis all follow without limitation, suitable for most shooting scenes.
Compatible Camera/Action Camera/Smartphone
Payload: 1.2kg/2.65lb
Reference Compatible Cameras Size for Carry:
Camera height (include the height of viewfinder): ≤105mm
The distance from screw hole to the right edge of camera: ≤87mm
Maximum length at lens direction: about 125mm
Compatible Cameras:
SONY:
Mirrorless camera such as α7sII/7SM2（55mm/1.8），α6300/α6400/α6500(28-70mm), QX1 etc.； Pocket camera such as: RX100 IV/ RX100 V/RX100VII/RX100 M5A/ RX100M6/ RX100M7, RX1RII, WX500, HX90 etc. Canon：
Mirrorless camera such as EOS R&RP, M50, M5, M6, G7X, 100D ,200D, etc. Panasonic:
Mirrorless camera such as G6, G7, GH5S, GH5, GX85, LX10 etc； Other Brands:
Mirrorless camera such as BMPCC(first version)，Fuji XT20，Leica D-lux etc.
Compatible Action Cameras: Sony RX0，SJCAM J6legend，GoPro5/6/7，Sony FDR-X3000R、HDR-AS50R et.
Compatible Smartphone: Attach smartphone adapter (standard accessory) before mounting. Width: Should be 54-88mm
Specification
| Payload | 1.2kg/2.65lb |
| Weight | 665g(include built-in battery, Not include the accessories of camera,smartphone adatper etc.) |
| Battery type | 2200mAh，7.4V，Charge it via USB-C port on gimbal, Built-in battery can not be removed. |
| Battery time | 9 hours(Successfully tested on 600g camera in show mode at well-balanced status)Battery time is depended on the actual payload. |
| Charging | Use USB C cable for charging via Type C port，Recommend using 5V/2A adapter for charging battery. Quick charging is forbidden. The charging indicator will flash at display when charging, and shows full charge symbol when fully charged. |
| Charging time | Approx: 3 hours (5V/2A) |
| Waterproof grade | Splash proof |
| Rotatable Range | Tilting range:280°(with limitation) Rolling range:330°(with limitation) Panning range:360°(without limitation) |
| Mounting Camera/Gopro/Smartphone (before powering on) | Place tilt motor on right side(from user view, as picture shown) Camera: Mount the camera on quick release plate, slide it into the fixed plate from left to right, then fix the safety lock while it is in a suitable position. Smart phone: It needs to attach smart phone adapter(standard accessory) on the quick release plate before mounting smart phone. Action camera: Before mounting Gopro , tighten T clamp adapter (a standard accessory) on the fixed plate by 1/4inch thumb screw. |
| Balancing (before power on) |
Unlock axis motor: G6Max has 3-axis motor locks, unlock the tilt/roll axis to release storage status firstly. Place the cross and slide arm to its working position ,then lock the axis motor for mounting and balancing the camera. Make sure to unlock each axis motor in order when balancing. Please well-balanced the gimbal before powering on . Tilt axis balance: Follow the balance step as: camera upward balance/forward balance; when the camera can stay still in any angle ,balance is done successfully. Roll/Pan axis balance: Move the cross arm left-right to balance the axis. Tighten the axis ring when well-balanced. |
| Power ON/OFF | Power ON/OFF: Long press the power button, the display will show “ ” and release it when you hear the beep tone. |
| Button explanation |
Mode abbreviation: Pan mode-HF；lock mode-LK; Follow mode-TF；All follow-AF. ★ Function button(front side): 1. Single tap: switch between pan mode(default)/lock mode. 2. Double tap: Follow mode, double tap the trigger button to reset . 3. Triple tap:All follow mode, double tap the trigger button to reset. ★ Shutter button——similar as camera shutter button Control camera after connecting gimbal via cable/Wifi(Please refer to the compatible list for more cameras) 1. Half-way press:Focusing 2. Single press:photography/ start/stop video recording ★ Trigger button(back side): 1. Long press: Fast follow, release the button to back to previous mode 2. Double tap: Reset, go back to pan mode, 3-axis return to its initial position. 3. Triple tap:Selfie mode ★ Power button(right side) Single tap:Flip to next page Long press:Power ON/OFF ★ Camera mode button(right side) Single tap:Switch between photo/video mode Triple tap:Switch front and rear camera (working with smart phone &Feiyu ON APP) Manual lock:Manually move the tilt axis to a desired position at any mode, and hold for half a second. New tilt position is automatically saved. |
| Working with Smartphone&Feiyu ON APP | Connect to Feiyu ON APP(noted:G6max can not control original camera of smartphone) Joystick: Control the smartphone movement to right/left/up/down directions Function button(front side): Switch between four working modes Shutter button(front side): photography/video recording( working under its current mode) Camera mode button(right side): Single tap to switch between photo/video recording mode, triple tap to switch front and rear camera. Multi-function knob: Long press: Switch between the gimbal control/camera control Single tap: Gimbal control: switch and control pan/roll/tilt axis rotating directions. Camera control:Set parameter on APP(WT,MF,ISO,WB, EXP,EV etc.) Rotate: Adjust the direction or parameter under its controlled. |
| Working with Camera | Connect camera Wifi via Feiyu ON APP at first time, after connection is done. The camera is under the control to take photo/video/zoom/follow focus(it will reconnect automatically in the next time) Joystick: Control the camera movement to right/left/up/down directions Shutter button: Half-way press to focusing, single press to control shooting/video recording( working under its current mode) Camera mode button: Single tap to switch camera mode(suitable for some camera model, Please refer to controllable camera list for more details) Multi-function knob: Long press: Switch gimbal control/camera control Single tap: •Gimbal control: switch and control pan/roll/tilt axis rotating directions. •Camera control: switch between focusing/zooming(Please refer to the controllable camera list for more details) Rotate: Adjust the direction or parameter under its controlled. |
| Connect to cameras & control camera |
USB cable control: Connect USB C port on fixed plate to camera via USB cable (Sony camera use Multi port cable, Panasonic camera use Remote port ) Use TYPE C to MULTI USB cable can control Sony camera, Use TYPE C to DC2.5 USB cable can control Panasonic camera.(Please refer to controllable list) WIFI Control: Gimbal can connect to camera via Feiyu ON App and WiFi. When connection is done, camera could be controlled the operation of photography/video recording/zooming/follow focus. The controllable list is continually updating |
| Connect to camera WIFI |
Connect Wi-Fi Steps: (1) Enter camera Wifi interface as below: ◆Gopro: Swipe down the main screen—connect(choose2.4G)-Wireless Connections(ON)—Gopro App—gain password. ◆Sony method 1: Menu—Application list—Smart Remote Embedded( a6300，A7S2 etc. Or similar camera model) ◆Sony method 2: Menu—Net work—Ctrl w/ Smartphone(ON)—connection(a6400 etc. Or Similar latest camera menu) ◆Canon: Menu—Communication setting—Built-in wireless setting—select，Wi-Fi function—connect to smartphone—register information. ◆Panasonic: Select setup—WIFI—WIFI function—New/Connection—remote shooting & view obtain Wi-Fi name and password. (2) Tap camera connection icon on Feiyu ON App main screen. (3) Select camera brand -camera model (4) Select corresponding Wifi name and enter its password (5) Waiting connection. (6) After App prompt the connection is succeeded, the Wifi icon on gimbal screen will be lighted (no slash) Disconnect WIFI: Press trigger button for six times, the display shows “Clear WIFI”, turn the joystick to right to confirm the disconnection of WIFI. |
| Standard accessories | USB C cable*1、Gopro adapter*1，long screw*1，smartphone adapter*1，Sony shutter cable (Type C to Multi)*1, Shutter release for Panasonic (TYPE C to DC2.5)*1，Tripod*1，EPP bag*1 |
| Optional accessory | extendable bar; monopod ;monitor; Lateral smartphone holder; wireless MIC kit |
| Extended Interface | 3pcs 1/4inch thread hole(2 pcs at the left and right side of handle, 1pcs at the bottom of handle) |
| Main functions (for users) |
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