hansvons Posted March 7, 2021 Share #1 Posted March 7, 2021 Advertisement (gone after registration) I'm looking for an affordable camera cage that will protect the HDMI plug/port and allows for mounting a NinjaV. Any recommendations are heartily welcome! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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geotrupede Posted March 7, 2021 Share #2 Posted March 7, 2021 I looked into this and got the following option https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/camera-cage-for-medium-dslr-camera-mvccm/ (medium size) The main issue is that if you take it off frequently, it will scratch the camera unless you are very careful. Also, it is a discontinued product and you can find it at a good price so check well before purchasing, I found it at 50% of the listing price. Otherwise it is nice and well made, you will then need to add all other accessories if you have a screen, etc. For that I have an hot shoe mount adapter, which goes to the cage in the handle, like this one: SMALLRIG Swivel and Tilt Adjustable Monitor Mount with Cold Shoe Mount - 2905 If budget is no problem the metal jacket is real deal... G. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Svetozar Posted March 8, 2021 Share #3 Posted March 8, 2021 (edited) I think something like this would go perfect with SL2-S and it is affordable too. This is a SmallRig S1H half cage with quick release plate which is very convenient. Unfortunately it was discontinued and no longer available from SmallRig website. I have found one here and order it for myself: https://www.voosestore.com/se/rigg-gimbal-stabilizer/dslr-rig-shoulder-rig/smallrig/smallrig-half-cage-panasonic-s1h I have originally saw it from a member @simon_hsn and I love how it looks. Also here is a video little bit more in-depth about a cage: Hope this would be helpful. Cheers ! Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Edited March 8, 2021 by Svetozar 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/318684-sl2s-looking-for-an-affordable-camera-cage/?do=findComment&comment=4155951'>More sharing options...
Slender Posted March 8, 2021 Share #4 Posted March 8, 2021 Anyone willing to try the 8sinn good looking ones? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slender Posted March 8, 2021 Share #5 Posted March 8, 2021 https://camerasize.com/compare/#843,830 https://www.8sinn.com/8sinn-panasonic-s1h-cage.html 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hansvons Posted March 8, 2021 Author Share #6 Posted March 8, 2021 Thanks all! I ordered the last small rig half cage in Sweden. I'll let you know how it will work. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Svetozar Posted March 8, 2021 Share #7 Posted March 8, 2021 Advertisement (gone after registration) 11 hours ago, hansvons said: Thanks all! I ordered the last small rig half cage in Sweden. I'll let you know how it will work. Smart choice ! Mine is shipped to me today Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Svetozar Posted March 8, 2021 Share #8 Posted March 8, 2021 12 hours ago, Slender said: https://camerasize.com/compare/#843,830 https://www.8sinn.com/8sinn-panasonic-s1h-cage.html That 8sinn looks nice. I think it should work very well with the SL2-S. Thanks for the links ! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hansvons Posted March 9, 2021 Author Share #9 Posted March 9, 2021 8 hours ago, Svetozar said: Smart choice ! Mine is shipped to me today Pics or it didn't happen! Seriously, please let me know what you think. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slender Posted March 9, 2021 Share #10 Posted March 9, 2021 10 hours ago, Svetozar said: That 8sinn looks nice. I think it should work very well with the SL2-S. Thanks for the links ! The S1/S1R cage could potentially fit, but I will need to ask a colleague who has both SL2 and S1R to take a picture of the bottom plate to see if the tripod srewhole is positioned similarly relative to the front/back edges of the camera... If not I guess you could always "mill" a screw rail-hole (like on a video tripod plate) in the cage to adapt it... I mean, the lockcircle is sexy as hell but for the same price you can buy an Atomos Ninja, a Ronin, a Rode Videomic Ntg.... and some nice filters or other accessories. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Svetozar Posted March 9, 2021 Share #11 Posted March 9, 2021 4 hours ago, hansvons said: Pics or it didn't happen! Seriously, please let me know what you think. Sure I will but I am still searching to find a way to buy a camera since in my country there is no any Leica store or distributer. I think I find one But when I get it will make photos for sure Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Svetozar Posted March 9, 2021 Share #12 Posted March 9, 2021 1 hour ago, Slender said: The S1/S1R cage could potentially fit, but I will need to ask a colleague who has both SL2 and S1R to take a picture of the bottom plate to see if the tripod srewhole is positioned similarly relative to the front/back edges of the camera... If not I guess you could always "mill" a screw rail-hole (like on a video tripod plate) in the cage to adapt it... I mean, the lockcircle is sexy as hell but for the same price you can buy an Atomos Ninja, a Ronin, a Rode Videomic Ntg.... and some nice filters or other accessories. I agree it looks nice and sleek. But the price point is ridiculous in my opinion. To pay 1000$ for piece of aluminum is a big NO for me. It should not exceed 300$ in my opinion. You can buy Atomos NInja V + Wireless follow focus for that money which is no brainer to me. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slender Posted March 9, 2021 Share #13 Posted March 9, 2021 The most enraging is to see the other "democratically priced" cages from Lockcircle themselves for other brands 🤪 1 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Svetozar Posted March 9, 2021 Share #14 Posted March 9, 2021 11 minutes ago, Slender said: The most enraging is to see the other "democratically priced" cages from Lockcircle themselves for other brands 🤪 Yes that is exactly I wanted to point out. Lockcircle Cages for other brands like Nikon are in range 189$-530$ but when it is a Leica people just like to bump the price without particular reason. That is how most of the companies that make Leica accessories think = stupid. They think every owner of a Leica is sheep but not so true. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slender Posted March 10, 2021 Share #15 Posted March 10, 2021 (edited) Hey you know waht should we find people and write a joint email to Lockcircle pledging to buy their cages together (they make a nice grouped sale) if they take the "stupid" label off the price tag? Edited March 10, 2021 by Slender 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Photoworks Posted March 11, 2021 Share #16 Posted March 11, 2021 For the occasion I shoot video and photo this option came in handy. I found the manual focusing the SL can be difficult since they are a little stiff and have an ignition hold before turning them. You have to use lot's more force then any of the Cinema lenses. This rig is based on a L bracket RRS that is on the camera at all time. Follow focus from Zacuto, Tilta and ProAm Coldshoe Tether Tools Air Direct Arca-Type Clamp for L-Bracket Smallrig base and 15mm rod Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 6 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/318684-sl2s-looking-for-an-affordable-camera-cage/?do=findComment&comment=4158467'>More sharing options...
Slender Posted March 11, 2021 Share #17 Posted March 11, 2021 That is a cool and minimalist one! Check this one out if you want a "straight" option for FF:https://cvp.com/product/tilta-ff-t06-tiltaing-mini-follow-focus?gclid=Cj0KCQiAnKeCBhDPARIsAFDTLTKmcZ9qKZi3p6W6MFbEsH9hjqCiTtOnpZBlt_Lp36s9j7DaHd1vdlYaAj2-EALw_wcB The great thing with a cage, however, is that you could support the camera from the top handle... and relieve the weight of the monitor off the cold shoe. I had a colleague measuring the S1r vs SL2 base plates to see if the 8sinn cage could be adapted... I guess it could with power tool for botching the pretty metal work a bit.... Anyone for writting a collective "rant" email to lockcircle or a request to Smallrig or 8Sinn ? 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Daniel Posted March 11, 2021 Share #18 Posted March 11, 2021 1 hour ago, Slender said: Anyone for writting a collective "rant" email to lockcircle or a request to Smallrig or 8Sinn ? Hahaaha I am in! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Photoworks Posted March 11, 2021 Share #19 Posted March 11, 2021 1 hour ago, Slender said: That is a cool and minimalist one! Check this one out if you want a "straight" option for FF:https://cvp.com/product/tilta-ff-t06-tiltaing-mini-follow-focus?gclid=Cj0KCQiAnKeCBhDPARIsAFDTLTKmcZ9qKZi3p6W6MFbEsH9hjqCiTtOnpZBlt_Lp36s9j7DaHd1vdlYaAj2-EALw_wcB The great thing with a cage, however, is that you could support the camera from the top handle... and relieve the weight of the monitor off the cold shoe. I had a colleague measuring the S1r vs SL2 base plates to see if the 8sinn cage could be adapted... I guess it could with power tool for botching the pretty metal work a bit.... Anyone for writting a collective "rant" email to lockcircle or a request to Smallrig or 8Sinn ? totally agree on the monitor. I use it only when shooting LOG to see it with a LUT, Sl2 does not have LUT preview. the 8SInn are nice, I have it for another camera. I think the correct one for Pana will need work. You don't want to take out the camera all the time to change the battery. LOL Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Photoworks Posted March 11, 2021 Share #20 Posted March 11, 2021 "Anyone for writting a collective "rant" email to lockcircle or a request to Smallrig or 8Sinn ?" I asked small rig months ago, they collaborate with people to make new products.. they said not interested! they don't see the potential of selling 10 cages LOL Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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