SmallRig recently announced two new “Compact” and “Advanced” V-Mount battery mounting systems designed for mirrorless cameras. Both versions feature an L-shaped Arca-Swiss baseplate with an adjustable V-Mount battery plate. The Advanced version includes an additional chest pad and a set of 15mm rods. So let’s take a closer look at these lightweight battery mounting systems! Chinese third-party accessories manufacturer SmallRig has a good reputation for creating budget-friendly cages, rigging accessories, and, more recently, LED lights, wireless microphone systems, and lens control systems. SmallRig is now back with an interesting compact battery mounting system that allows you to mount V-Mount batteries onto your mirrorless camera without going the full-cage route. SmallRig Compact V-mount Battery Mounting System. Image credit: SmallRig SmallRig Compact V-Mount Battery Mounting System – features The SmallRig Compact V-Mount Battery Mounting System comprises three parts made entirely of aluminum: an Arca-Swiss baseplate, a sliding/tilting V-Mount battery plate, and a V-shape wedge. The entire system weighs 230g/8.1oz, which is relatively lightweight and has a maximum payload capacity of 5kg/11 lbs. According to SmallRig, it is compatible with cameras that are less than 11.1cm thick, such as the Sony FX3/FX30, Sony a7R IV/a7S III/a7C, or Canon EOS R5 C/R5/R6/R6 MarkII/R7/R10/R/RP. SmallRig Compact V-mount Battery Mounting System. Image credit: SmallRig The quick-release baseplate attaches to the bottom of your camera via an Arca-Swiss plate. At the bottom of the baseplate, you’ll find another Arca-Swiss plate to attach the SmallRig Compact Battery Mounting System onto a tripod/shoulder rig, for example. This bottom plate...
Published By: CineD - Friday, 10 March, 2023