NEEWER Universal Camera Cage & Top Handle with 3/8" ARRI Locating Pins Kit, Video Rig Camera Stabilizer with Arca Type Base, Dual Handgrips, Compatible with SmallRig Accessories, CA016T

As an ex professional stills photographer but first time filmmaker, I have been looking on the market for a more affordable way to stabilise video footage from my full frame but quite old Nikon D750. I mainly shoot music videos so stability but handheld flexibility were the most important aspects when looking for a camera cage. Expensive electronic gimbals whilst desirable are too expensive for my budget, but whilst shopping around, this cage caught my eye, and so did the price.First off, As I've recently found, balancing the cage becomes a very important key when you're shooting handheld. No problem there as this NEWEER camera cage has dual grips to provide a comfy but solid grip, reducing aching hands after long shoots.Also if you're shooting videos with your DSLR or mirrorless camera, you'll soon find how crucial stability is. And for stability and comfort this camera cage and top handle from NEEWER could be the beating heart as the foundation for your perfect rig setup.If you're planning to shoot on a tripod, no worries – it's got both size screw mounting holes on the bottom for tripod quick release plates. and as the cage is easily modified and will work with any quick release plate system.A big bonus for those with large and slightly older Full frame DSLR camera bodies is this cage's compatibility with a wide range of cameras, such as Nikon f mount and Canon EOS, plus newer and more compact mirrorless Sony A7 series and Panasonic Lumix cameras. It's a solid foundation, for practically any size DSLR but to make it complete, you might want to consider adding a few extra fittings...One thing you might find handy is a monitor attachment. This rig has multiple mounting points, so you can easily attach a monitor for better visibility while shooting. Plus, it's got cold shoe mounts, so you can also add things like LED lights, microphone, v mount battery plates as You'll want to make sure your camera stays juiced up for those long shooting sessions.This cage is solidly built but also lightweight, so you shouldn't feel too bogged down by heavy equipment, nor much issue with comfort. (at least so far, i haven’t)One suggestion would be to include some extra cheese plates and screws with the kit to give you more options for customizability on your first set up, to avoid ordering extras when you need quick mounting options. NEWEER could of thrown those in at no real cost to themselves i don’t imagine. But that's a minor gripe, and these are easy to purchase after.Overall, this camera cage and handle combo is a great option for beginner videographers looking to achieve stability without breaking the bank on an electronic gimbal. With a few extra fittings and components, you can customise this camera cage to suit your needs and take the stability of your video shoots to the next level.

A standard cage 'snug fit' designed for a specific model of camera often costs around £100. Then you'd have to pay more to add a couple of handles.This thing is a cage big enough to house almost anything with two comfortable hand grips for half the price of a standard cage on its own.I think its good value for money and feels pretty sturdy.I'm using it with a Canon C70 cinema camera, and it fits... although there's not quite enough height left to fit a quick release plate so I have to screw the camera on directly... but then you have to do with normal cage anyway.I'm very please with it.

If you really need , then buy it. I rushed and not much of use, for now, maybe later.

great value, very sturdy

The NEEWER Universal Camera Cage & Top Handle with 3/8" ARRI Locating Pins Kit works really well as both a stabiliser and monitor base, with a pretty decent compatibility range.It’s a decent piece of kit in terms of durability - it feels ruggered and slots in well with the rest of the kit without issue of it snapping.Overall, it’s a budget friendly but strong crew kit they just works and does what it’s supposed to very well.

Works well with my A6700 in both horizontal and vertical.

I purchase this to use with my Canon 5D Mark iv. It works fine with the camera but the images clearly show a camera with a battery or vertical grip - this cage WILL NOT fit a camera with a grip attached. This is why I have deducted 2 stars, one for the fact it doesn't fit with a grip, the other because they have manipulated the photos to make it appear that it does.other than that, a nice solid cage, well made and with plenty of mounting options.

The media could not be loaded. The video goes into much more detail, including a full overview of all necessary dimensions and mounting points as well as my thoughts on build and quality.However, in a nutshell:Things I liked:+ Very solidly made - adds a good amount of weight to enable extra stability.+ Feels great too - I do feel I can trust this with my equipment.+ Loads of mounting points on top (left, centre, right 1/4" and 3/8" holes as well as two cold shoe mounts).+ Very decent price - although it is somewhat barebones, I think for £44 (after voucher) it represents excellent value.Things I didn't like:- Could perhaps do with a base to enable you to place your rig down without it toppling forwards. However, with plenty of mounting options on the bottom, you can add your own base if required.Do I recommend it?Absolutely. It is well-made and versatile.