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Long time reader first time poster here.
I own the x5r (RAW version of X5) Osmo as well as the Sony A7SII and zhiyun crane (Gimbal) as well as the Ronin-M. These aren't exactly the OP cameras in question but i think they're close enough to compare, and having worked extensively with both i think i have a qualified opinion.
The big question is what are you using this for? Films, music videos, weddings, paid work, home movies? because your mileage will vary depending on which of these (if any) fit your needs
X5 (non RAW) Pros:
-Way better image than Osmo X3
-It's a easy to take and set up pretty much anywhere because it's small and self contained.
-Never worry about balancing the gimbal
-The video smoothness due the gimbal is gorgeous, and in camera stabilization on GH5 or 6500 I think is a long way from a gimbals smoothness
-Can be mounted on an Inspire Drone
X5 (non RAW) Cons:
-The codec of the non raw version of the X5 is really a problem. It's pretty unforgiving and on top of that levels are tricky to nail on a phone screen. Knowing what i know i'd never use the X5 (non raw) on a pro job. The image just doesn't stand up unless your environment is controlled (lighting etc) and you've tested the image extensively, meaning you record and immediately dump the footage to know if you're hitting the mark. You just can't trust it otherwise.
-The system puts out AUDIBLE NOISE. If you plan on shooting sound (meaning not music videos or wedding videos with a backing track) you need to seriously think about if this is right for you.
-Autofocus is a problem. U tap the screen but it noticeably seeks sometimes drifting in and out of focus a number of times before landing (hopefully) on the right subject.
-You're putting all your eggs in one basket in terms of gimbal, camera etc. so if one fails it ALL fails.
-Battery life is unbelievably limited unless you use a drone battery
-This is an expensive system considering the codec quality is lackluster (X5R is MUCH better)
-Shots are limited to a "gimbal look". Not every shoot calls for perfectly smooth shots.
Sony Pros:
-Better Codec than X5 (non raw)
-More Frame Rates
-Usable LOG formats and options that can stand up to some grading
-System independent of the Gimbal
-More mounting and accessory options
-A camera that can be used for photoshoots, flash triggers etc
-Good Autofocus depending on which lenses are used
-Many many many more lens options
-ITS QUIET!
Sony Cons:
-the need to buy a separate gimbal to achieve the smooth gimbal look
-its a bigger package (in terms of parts) that needs to be assembled once you buy all accessories you plan to shoot with
Honestly i would skip the X5 altogether and either get the x5r osmo (and extra hard drives) or the new x5s osmo when it comes out if u want to be in DJi's ecosystem or stick with Sony's 6300 or 6500 or Panasonic's GH5 and get a good gimbal solution (Ronin-M or Zhiyun Crane) and other accessories if they're in the budget. Again all this is based on needs, but i think that should get you in the ballpark as to what fits you.
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