SmallRig has announced new cages for the recently introduced Nikon Z 8. Available in configurations for use with and without a battery grip, these three new SmallRig cages offer whole-body protection with a lightweight design that doesn’t block access to any ports. They are available for preorder now, priced between $69.90 and $119. Announced in early May 2023, the feature-rich Nikon Z 8 packs many fantastic video recording capabilities from the larger Nikon Z 9 into a smaller, more affordable form factor. Check out our article Nikon Z 8 Announced – More Compact but Just as Powerful as Nikon Z9 to learn more about the Nikon Z 8. RED Digital Cinema had previously taken legal action against Nikon over issues with their compressed RAW patent. However, since Nikon and RED have settled their legal dispute, the Z 8 can also now shoot 12-bit, 8.3K 60p N-RAW, and 4.1K 60p ProRes RAW internally, just like its big brother, the Nikon Z 9. The Nikon Z 8 lists for $3,996.95. It is currently available for preorder, and will be released soon. Image credit: SmallRig SmallRig’s new cages for the Nikon Z 8 come in 3 different configurations: a basic full camera cage, a full cage with a top handle and port protector, and a full cage for use with a battery grip attachment. Image credit: SmallRig All three cages are made from aluminum alloy and feature integrated arca-swiss mounts compatible with the DJI RS stabilizers. This also means they’re compatible with SmallRig...
Published By: CineD - Thursday, 25 May, 2023