Protect your Panasonic S5 camera from the rigors of the production day while mounting accessories without stressing your camera's body with this SmallRig Black Mamba Camera Cage Kit for Panasonic Lumix S5. Featuring an integrated Arca-Swiss QR plate, you can quickly mount the cage onto a compatible tripod head or use the built-in 1/4"-20 mounting holes to mount the camera plate for your specific tripod head. The CNC-machined aluminum construction protects your camera while allowing access to its ports and hot shoe. The cage also features a cold shoe and a NATO rail for additional accessory mounting. The included Black Mamba Top Handle quickly mounts on your camera, cage, or rig using a 3/8"-16 anti-twist screw to provide a balanced gripping point for your small, lightweight digital camera, or camcorder. The compact, contoured handle is made from durable aluminum and has a soft silicone finger grip. Accessory mounting features include a shoe mount with an integrated safety catch in front, plus an ARRI-style anti-twist accessory mount on both front and top. The handle can support a camera rig up to 33 lb.

Mounts Using 1/4"-20 Anti-Twist Screw    Top ARRI-Style Accessory Mount    1 x Shoe Mount    Soft Silicone Finger Grip    Compact, Contoured Aluminum Design

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. will the Panasonic DMW XLR-1 adapter fit on the hot shoe under the handle?

A: The SmallRig Black Mamba Camera Cage Kit for Panasonic Lumix S5 does not list to accept the Panasonic Lumix S5 Mirrorless Camera with Panasonic DMW-XLR1 XLR Microphone Adapter when the top handle is on.

Q: 2. Will this cage fit the Panasonic S5 as well?

A: No, the SmallRig Black Mamba Series Camera Cage Kit for Panasonic Lumix S5 II/S5 IIX BH #SM4024 is form fit for only the Panasonic S5 II and S5 IIX cameras. The cage model from Smallrig for the S5 is the following model: SmallRig Black Mamba Camera Cage Kit for Panasonic Lumix S5 BH #SM3790 https://bhpho.to/3FdSMmp

Q: 3. Is there enough space between hot shoe and handle for Panasonic DMW-XLR1 XLR Microphone Adapter?

A: No, The included handle with the Black Mamba cage will not work with the Panasonic DMW-XLR1. Smallrig recommends adding this handle which will work with the cage and the DMW-XLR1. Smallrig Top Handle for Sony/Panasonic Cameras with Top Audio Adapter BH #SMTHSXLRK1M https://bhpho.to/3A6RuWT

Q: 4. Will the SmallRig 4024 cage fit and function properly with the Panasonic Lumix G9 ii the second generation G9?

A: Regarding your question about the SmallRig Black Mamba Series Camera Cage Kit for Panasonic Lumix S5 II/S5 IIX (B&H # SM4024 • MFR # 4024), the only cage for the Panasonic Lumix G9 II Mirrorless Camera is the Kondor Blue Cage for Panasonic G9 II.

Q: 5. Does this cage also fit on the Lumix S5?

A: No, the SmallRig Camera Cage for Panasonic Lumix S5 II & S5 IIX form fits these camera models and does not work with the older S5. Panasonic S5 cages: https://bhpho.to/3n3FDGR

Q: 6. Does this cage allow room for the Panasonic XLR1 adapter?

A: Yes, the SmallRig Black Mamba Series Camera Cage for Panasonic Lumix S5 II & S5 IIX sill not interfere with or prevent the use of the Panasonic DMW-XLR1 XLR Microphone Adapter.

Q: 7. How does this attach to the camera? Is it through the bottom screw only?

A: Yes, the Smallrig Black Mamba Series Camera Cage Kit for Panasonic Lumix S5 II/S5 IIX, attaches through a bottom screw, to hold the cage in place.

Q: 8. Will this cage clear the Lumix XLR microphone adapter? That is, can they be used together?

A: The SmallRig Camera Cage for Panasonic Lumix S5 II & S5 IIX should provide clearance of the Panasonic DMW-XLR1 XLR Microphone Adapter with the Panasonic Lumix S5 II Mirrorless Camera or the Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX Mirrorless Camera.

Q: 9. I have this cage but would now like to purchase the cable clamp and top handle. Can you supple links? Thanks!

A: The top handle for the SmallRig Black Mamba Series Camera Cage for Panasonic Lumix S5 II & S5 IIX is. SmallRig Black Mamba Top Handle BH #SMBMTH

Q: 10. Does the cage attach to a tripod out of the box? Or do I need to purchase a specific baseplate?

A: The SmallRig Black Mamba Series Camera Cage has a Arca Swiss plate integrated into the cage design that can be used with Arca Swiss compatible adapters. The cage also has mounting screw points ( 3/8 and 1/4 20 ) on the bottom of the cage that will work with any standard tripod plate. Image of the cage bottom https://bit.ly/3yFb9wF