The EC1 Beholder 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizeris a 3-axis handheld gimbal stabilizer for DSLR and mirrorless cameras weighing between 2 and 4.5 lb. The EC1 offers unlimited 360° rotation along the yaw, pitch, and roll axes, and features an advanced 32-bit controller and 12-bit encoder system. The gimbal employs an adaptive PID algorithm to deliver stable rotation.

The EC1 offers three follow modes plus an auto-inversion mode that allows for upside down operation. Auto-inversion lets you use the gimbal with dual-handle support systems like the ikan DGH. The EC1 also features a lock mode that sets the camera in a fixed position, and a point-and-lock mode that locks the position you hold the camera in for a few seconds. The EC1 also has an OLED display on the rear that confirms the selected mode of operation and provides battery life info.

The EC1 is designed with a quick release baseplate that allows for convenient camera attachment and tool-less balancing. It also has a 1/4"-20 threaded mounting hole on the handle for attaching accessories for advanced setups, and a 3/8"-16 threaded mounting hole on the bottom for mounting onto a tripod, monopod, and other support gear.

The EC1 runs on three supplied 18650 batteries that provide 8 to 10 hours of operating life when used continuously, and up to 20 hours when the gimbal is switched between shooting and standby modes throughout the day. These batteries are rechargeable from within the EC1 via an included micro-USB AC adapter, and can also be charged using optional chargers such as the ikan ICH-SC4.

360° Rotation Along All 3 Axes    32-Bit Controller and 12-Bit Encoder    Adaptive PID Algorithm    Supports Cameras between 2 and 4.5 lb    Three Follow Modes Plus Auto-Inversion    Lock Mode and Auto Point-and-Lock Mode    Quick Release Baseplate    OLED Display    3/8"-16 Tripod Mount Threaded Hole    1/4"-20 Accessory Mount Threaded Hole

The EC1 Beholder features three 360° rotating brushless motors that give you a limitless range of motion along all three axes: yaw, roll, and pitch.

Using a 32-bit controller with a 12-bit encoder, the EC1 uses an adaptive PID algorithm to produce a reliably efficient handheld stabilizer.

In Lock Mode, the Yaw, Pitch, and Roll axes work together to keep the camera fixed and pointed in one direction. The camera's position will stay the same no matter how you move the handle.

Quickly lock your camera into any position by manually pointing and holding it in any direction. After a few seconds, the camera will lock and hold its position until it is reset back to default.

The EC1 features 3 different follow modes. In yaw-axis follow mode, the EC1 will only follow your pan movements. In pitch and yaw-axis follow mode, the EC1 will follow your pan and

tilt movements. The 3-axis follow mode gives you full control, allowing you to pan, tilt, and roll.

Switch to inverted mode at any time by simply flipping the handle over the camera. Inverted mode can be operated in conjunction with any of the lock and follow modes.

A display screen located on the back of the handle conveniently provides you with information on the battery life and operating mode.

Featuring a newly designed quick release baseplate system, the EC1 is easy to balance without any tools.

The EC1 handle a 1/4"-20 threaded mounting hole for attaching accessories such as a light, microphone, or monitor for advanced setups; and a 3/8"-16 threaded mounting hole on the bottom of the handle for to mount the EC1 on a tripod, jib, or dual-handle support system such as the ikan DGH.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this work with Nikon D800? One other responder said it would not balance with his D810 because of the height of the camera. Any other experiences with the EC1 and a D800/810?

A: I don't know exactly about the Nikon D800, but I have a Canon 5DIII and it works really well and balances great depending on the length of the lens of course.

Q: 2. The calibration video shows in mounted in a block of wood, does that come with it If not how could you balance it without it falling over?

A: No It doesn't. But you don't need that. Just place it on a table.

Q: 3. Will a Sony A7s II with a Sony Zeiss 18mm be enough weight to use this gimbal?

A: Camera and lense*

Q: 4. Will it work with Sony a6300 with 18-50mm Lenses?

A: It might, I don't have that exact combination to test in house. As long as the lens is heavy enough, it should work.

Q: 5. I assume this works with all canon DSLRs (6si)?

A: It can carry a camera that weight up to 2kg.(4 pounds)

Q: 6. I cant mount my gimbal on a tripod because the diameter of the hole in it is bigger than the screws shoe. what can I do?

A: It's my understanding the screw mount on the bottom is for an external monitor mount. There are two smaller diameter holes on the shaft (around the toggle switch and usb ports) that will mount to a standard tripod. I just tried and my quick release plate fastened just fine.

Q: 7. Will it work with a Sony A6500 and 16-70mm lens?

A: Yes. We use a Sony ar7 II on it with a 50mm lens, but have used up to a Canon 5D MIII with a 24-105mm lens on it and it has still worked just as if the Sony was on it. We found that as long as it was balanced properly the gimbal worked all the same.

Q: 8. Hi there im after either the beholder DS1 or EC1. Which would be better with the new GH5 and the Panasonic Lumix G X Vario 12-35mm lens. Also with a variable ND or straight ND on the lens? cheers!

A: Specs-wise they're going to relatively handle the same payload. The EC1 is more advanced, and thus, under most condition, would be a better fit based on the advancement of its system

Q: 9. I just bought a Canon XC15...it's within the weight limits...does it physically fit?

A: Probably Canon XCQ5 has dimensions that fits in EC1. If necessary use Allen wrench (in the box) at the tilt motor to increase its arm dimension.

Q: 10. I have a canon g40 camcorder with a saramonic transmitter mounted on the hot shoe. My question is can I move the combination backward enough to get a good balance?

A: While we have not tested this combination, we feel there is enough room with the plates adjustment to allow your camera and mic transmitter to work.