The Beholder DS1 is a 3-axis brushless gimbal made to support mirrorless or DSLR cameras up to 3.7lbs. (This weight limit includes lenses.) Some of the models that fit in this category are the Sony A7, GH4, and G7 Series as well as the Canon 5D, 6D, 7D, GX7, NEX, and DMC Series.

If you want to use the DS1 with more than one camera, it has a quick release baseplate. Mount a new baseplate to every camera to swap them with ease. The baseplate also helps you to disconnect the camera from the gimbal in a flash. It slides forward and back to better balance the camera.

The gimbal has four modes: follow, lock, inverted, and briefcase. “Follow” lets the gimbal move your camera to pan and tilt as you move. “Lock” keeps the camera still. “Inverted” mode lets you take low shots. “Briefcase” mode is especially nice to use when you have a two-handled grip (sold separately).

Select a mode and the DS1 adjusts to it automatically. Or use the built-in joystick in the handgrip to pan and tilt. Use the 3/8” thread hole to mount a monopod and create a jib. The DS1 is made from strong, lightweight aluminum and weighs 2.4 pounds.