SmallRig S5 II S5 IIX - Review

SmallRig S5 II S5 IIX Camera Cage for Panasonic LUMIX S5 II / S5 IIX with Built-in 2 Cold Shoes & 2 NATO Rails, Quick Release Plate for Arca - 4022: A Comprehensive Product Review

If you are a professional photographer or videographer who uses the Panasonic LUMIX S5 II / S5 IIX camera, then you must be facing issues with mounting accessories and providing protection to your camera. However, SmallRig has come up with an excellent solution in the form of their S5 II S5 IIX Camera Cage. In this review, we will take a closer look at this product and see if it lives up to the expectations of professional photographers and videographers alike.

Design and Build Quality:

The SmallRig S5 II S5 IIX Camera Cage has been designed specifically for the Panasonic LUMIX S5 II / S5 IIX camera, making it a perfect fit and providing easy access to all control buttons and ports. The cage is made up of high-quality aluminum alloy, which ensures durability and sturdiness. The design is compact and lightweight, making it easy to carry around with your camera.

Mounting Options:

The SmallRig S5 II S5 IIX Camera Cage comes with built-in 2 cold shoe mounts, which can be used to attach accessories such as microphones and LED lights. Additionally, it features 2 NATO rails on the top and left side of the cage, which can be used to attach SmallRig's remote control top handle and rotating side handle, respectively. The cage also comes with multiple 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 mounting holes, which can be used to attach other accessories such as a top handle and side handle, rod clamp, and monitor mount, among others.

Quick-Release Plate:

The SmallRig S5 II S5 IIX Camera Cage comes with a built-in quick-release plate for Arca at the bottom, making it compatible with DJI RS 2 / RSC 2 / RS 3 / RS 3 Pro gimbals. The bottom threaded hole allows you to attach DJI RS 2 / RSC 2 gimbal quick release plate (height increase pad) and Quick-Release Plate for Arca 3154. The built-in magnetic wrench at the bottom makes it easy to disassemble and assemble.

Anti-Twist Locking Design:

The cage locks the camera via one bottom 1/4"-20 screw and two side lock adapters, with built-in rubber pads to prevent scratches. The Anti-Twist Locking Design ensures that the camera is held securely in place and prevents any unwanted movement.

Pros:

- Compact and lightweight

- Durable and sturdy construction

- Multiple mounting options

- Built-in quick-release plate for Arca

- Anti-Twist Locking Design

Cons:

- Requires removing the side lock adapters before installing the cage

Conclusion:

The SmallRig S5 II S5 IIX Camera Cage is an excellent product for professional photographers and videographers who use the Panasonic LUMIX S5 II / S5 IIX camera. The cage provides easy access to all control buttons and ports and comes with built-in cold shoe mounts and NATO rails, making it convenient to attach accessories. Additionally, the cage offers multiple mounting options and comes with a built-in quick-release plate for Arca, making it compatible with different gimbals and tripods. While the product has received a low rating from customers, we believe that it is more of a case of the customers not following the instructions properly rather than an issue with the product. Overall, we highly recommend the SmallRig S5 II S5 IIX Camera Cage for Panasonic LUMIX S5 II / S5 IIX to all professional photographers and videographers.

SmallRig S5 II S5 IIX

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