[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Camera

gimbal stabilization

A motorised mount that keeps a camera steady mechanically.

Also known as: gimbal OIS

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

Gimbal stabilization uses motors to counteract movement, keeping footage smooth far beyond electronic stabilization — seen in some phone designs and grips.

See stabilization.

Where gimbal stabilization Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is gimbal stabilization?

A motorised mount that keeps a camera steady mechanically.

What terms are related to gimbal stabilization?

Related Camera terms include dynamic range, sensor-shift.

Related Technical Terms

dynamic range
The span between the darkest and brightest detail a camera captures. Camera
sensor-shift
Stabilization that moves the sensor instead of the lens. Camera
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