SmallRig has announced a camera cage system for the new Sony A7SIII. It’s a 4-point full cage system with quick release handles and cable protectors. One of the core elements of a film-friendly mirrorless camera rig is a cage; SmallRig are among the first to the market with theirs for the brand new Sony A7S III. The SmallRig Sony A7S III Cage is a full 4-point system, hugging the camera on top, bottom, and both sides. In my opinion, this is essential for mirrorless cameras (over a half cage) due to their incredibly small form factor. The cage mounts to the bottom of the camera via standard ¼” thread whilst leaving the hot shoe accessible. For further stability, there is also a neat little Allen key that slots through the strap loop on the camera body. Various ¼” and 3/8” threads are located around each side and top. The front has what looks like proprietary threads below the lens mount (presumably for future accessories). There’s an offset cold shoe mount on the top, strap loops are replaced with slots on both sides and there’s a cut out on the bottom for the battery compartment hatch. Three Package Options There are 3 package options for the SmallRig Sony A7S III Cage: Form Fitting (cage only) Master (cage/top handle/cable protector) Professional (cage/side handle/cable protector) The latter two packages have an HDMI cable protector accessory for the side. Importantly this mounts to the cage with a tool-less thumbscrew. In the Professional Kit, there...
Published By: CineD - Thursday, 30 July, 2020