Italian manufacturer LockCircle has just announced a new cage for a beast of a medium format mirrorless camera: the FUJIFILM GFX 100s. The newly announced X-Cage for the said camera features the well-known modularity (and style) expected from LockCircle. The new X-Cage for the FUJIFILM GFX 100s is a tailored and modular cage available in two finishes: either black anodized or the new anodized Dura-T finish. Image credit: LockCircle LockCircle X-Cage The X-Cage is not a singular product, but rather a complete line of matching components built around a custom base cage for the FUJIFILM GFX 100s. To quote directly from the press release: One of its features is the exclusive combination between ergonomics, that offers an unique handheld feeling and rigging for heavy-duty productions, without limitations, offering a serious protection for the camera.LockCircle The X-Cage offers 150 threads 1/4-20 and 7 threads 3/8-16 for mounting a myriad of accessories, should you need as much… The X-Cage integrates with the original GX-PL mount using the CineBlock interface bracket, creating a rock-solid production camera designed for shooting with heavy high-end PL lenses. Integrated into the cage are the MultiPort HDMI / USB 3.0 / Audio port savers. The LockPort (a LockCircle classic) provides a 90 degree HDMI adapter with full-size rear output to protect the ports when using monitors or 4K outboard recorders. Available in two finishes (Dura-T on the left). Image credit: LockCircle The cage is quite light (245 g) and has several threads for mounting a measuring tape hook...
Published By: CineD - Wednesday, 29 September, 2021