Hohem introduced the Eyepic, a detachable gimbal camera with native 4K vertical video capture, at IFA 2026 in Berlin on Sept. 3. The device captures up to 2160 x 3840 resolution at 60 frames per second—a direct answer to the economics problem plaguing vertical-video creators: horizontal footage that requires cropping and re-export before posting.
The camera's three-axis stabilization system retracts and locks when detached, transforming into a lightweight unit that clips to hats, lanyards, or magnetic surfaces. A 2.51-inch touchscreen rotates physically to reorient the sensor, ensuring the full resolution is captured vertically rather than requiring post-production reformatting. From 10 meters away, users monitor a 1080p live preview and adjust settings on the gimbal's handle touchscreen.
Hohem claims the elimination of reformatting saves creators time in their upload workflow. The camera is waterproof to 10 meters, supporting travel, cycling, and underwater footage.
The Eyepic joins an expanded product line unveiled at IFA: the iSteady V4 Ultra and iSteady X4 smartphone gimbals, and the Mic 2 wireless microphone system. The Mic 2 pairs one receiver with up to four transmitters (7.7 grams each), captures 48kHz/24-bit audio with AI noise cancellation, and operates at ranges up to 300 meters in high-RF environments—targeting multi-person interviews and group recordings.
Hohem's capital allocation reflects a shift beyond smartphone stabilization into an integrated production ecosystem. Rather than betting on incremental improvements to existing gimbals, the company is building vertical-video-first hardware that addresses a specific workflow pain point: creators currently lose resolution converting horizontal footage to vertical formats.
