SMALLRIG 3125 counterweight kit for gimbals 🎥

This counterweight kit stabilises heavier front-mounted lenses and accessories on gimbals, helping to balance setups for smoother pans and tilts when shooting video. It works with popular stabilisers and includes mounting options that integrate with a Manfrotto quick release plate to speed up rigging for run-and-gun or studio workflows.

Key Points

The kit is compatible with a wide range of handheld gimbals, including DJI RS 2, RSC 2, RS 3, RS 3 Pro and Ronin S, as well as ZHIYUN Crane 2S and 3S, and Moza Air 2 and AirCross 2. Make sure you check the exact gimbal model before using the accessory. The counterweight unit attaches at the end of the Manfrotto plate using thumb screws, so it can be fitted or removed without tools. 🎥

Construction follows the same aesthetic and proportions as the gimbal, which helps maintain a compact profile and avoids interfering with standard movement arcs. There are multiple fixation points at the bottom to accept additional weights, allowing fine tuning of balance for different camera and lens combinations. The locking knob enables rapid assembly and disassembly, saving time on set and during location changes. 🔧

Technical Specifications

• Name: SMALLRIG 3125 Counterweight Kit
• Compatibility: DJI RS 2, RSC 2, RS 3, RS 3 Pro, Ronin S, ZHIYUN Crane 2S/3S, Moza Air 2, AirCross 2
• Mounting interface: Manfrotto quick release plate compatible
• Attachment method: thumb screws and locking knob for quick assembly
• Bottom fittings: multiple 1/4 threaded holes for additional counterweights

Usage Recommendations

Attach the counterweight kit to the rear end of the Manfrotto quick release plate to counterbalance heavier front units such as long lenses or matte boxes. Start with one weight and add further counterweights through the available threaded holes until roll and pitch are stable. For faster rigging between shots, use the thumb screws and the locking knob to remove or reposition the kit quickly.

Consider that the kit helps with balance but does not replace careful setup and fine tuning of motor settings on the gimbal according to the manufacturer. It is best used alongside a quick release plate that matches both the camera base and the gimbal clamp to avoid play during movement.

Benefits

Using this counterweight kit reduces the strain on motors by shifting mass closer to the gimbal pivot, which can lead to smoother movements when recording. The design intent is to integrate neatly with the gimbal silhouette while giving room for additional weights when needed. Its tool-free elements simplify configuration on location and make iterative balancing less disruptive to a shoot schedule.