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Shape ALPSM-OF Cage Rig for Sony A7 Camera

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Enhance Your Camera Stability with Precision and ComfortIntroducing the Shape Alpsm of Cage Rig, a complete support system designed for Sony A7R/A7S II/A7 II cameras. This rig includes an offset shoulder rest, hand strap, and adjustable handles, providing stability and comfort for extended shooti...

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Overview

Enhance Your Camera Stability with Precision and Comfort

Introducing the Shape Alpsm of Cage Rig, a complete support system designed for Sony A7R/A7S II/A7 II cameras. This rig includes an offset shoulder rest, hand strap, and adjustable handles, providing stability and comfort for extended shooting sessions.

Specifications:

  • Brand: Shape
  • Model: ALPSM-OF
  • Includes: Offset bracket, rotating quick handle handles, padded shoulder strap, easy installation and removal
  • Compatibility: Metabones removable stand, Sony XLR-K2M Audio Unit
  • Box Contents: Cage ALPCAGE, Nightmare hand, Delta Plate A7SDELTA baseplate, 15TUBE10 handle pair, 15TUBE12 rods pair, HAND5, SHPAD3 shoulder grips with backpad PAD1, offset bracket BMOFBRAC

Key Features

Includes offset bracket on the displacement of handles

To 360 ° rotating quick handle handles, padded shoulder strap.

Easy to instal and remove, Metabones removable stand

Compatible with Sony xlr-k2 M Audio Unit

Box contents: cage alpcage, Nightmare hand, Delta Plate a7sdelta baseplate includes a pair 15tube10 handle and a couple of 15tube12 rods, Hand5, shpad3 shoulder grips with backpad Pad1, offset bracket bmofbrac

Specifications

Compatibility
Sony A7 Camera, Sony XLR-K2M Audio Unit
Handle Features
360° Rotating Quick Handles
Included Brackets
Offset Bracket, Metabones Removable Stand
Included Plates
Delta Plate a7sdelta baseplate
Included Rods
Pair of 15tube10 rods, Couple of 15tube12 rods
Included Grips
Nightmare Hand, Hand5, SHPAD3 Shoulder Grips with Backpad Pad1

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Includes an offset bracket for precise adjustment of handles, improving comfort and camera balance during use.
  • Features 360° rotating quick handle grips, allowing for versatile positioning to suit different shooting styles and situations.
  • Designed for easy installation and removal, streamlining setup and breakdown times on location.
  • Comes with a Metabones removable stand, providing support for lens adapters and reducing strain on the camera's lens mount.
  • Compatible with the Sony XLR-K2M Audio Unit, ensuring integration with professional audio recording accessories.

👎 Cons

  • This cage rig is specifically designed for Sony A7 cameras, limiting its compatibility with other camera models.
  • The included components are extensive, which might require a learning curve for users unfamiliar with complex rig setups.
  • While "easy to install," the number of components listed could make initial assembly a somewhat involved process.
  • The description does not specify the material composition of the cage, which could impact its overall weight and durability.
  • No information is provided about the inclusion of a case or bag for transporting the various rig components.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Shape ALPSM-OF Cage Rig is specifically compatible with Sony A7 cameras and the Sony XLR-K2M audio unit.
Yes, the Shape ALPSM-OF Cage Rig comes with a padded shoulder strap for comfortable carrying and operation.
Yes, the cage rig features 360-degree rotating quick handle handles, allowing for flexible positioning to suit user preference.
The Metabones stand included with the Shape ALPSM-OF Cage Rig is designed to be removable, offering versatility in setup.
The box contents include the ALPCAGE cage, Nightmare hand, Delta Plate A7SDELTA baseplate with 15tube10 and 15tube12 rods, Hand5, SHPAD3 shoulder grips with backpad PAD1, and an offset bracket BMOFBRAC.