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Shape FX6 Camera Cage and 15mm Rod System
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Enhance Your Sony FX6 with the SHAPE Camera Cage and 15 mm Rod System The SHAPE Camera Cage and 15 mm LW Rod System is designed to provide enhanced mounting options and protection for your Sony FX6 camera. Made from lightweight CNC aluminum, this form-fitting cage and rod system allows you to ea...
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Overview
Enhance Your Sony FX6 with the SHAPE Camera Cage and 15 mm Rod System
The SHAPE Camera Cage and 15 mm LW Rod System is designed to provide enhanced mounting options and protection for your Sony FX6 camera. Made from lightweight CNC aluminum, this form-fitting cage and rod system allows you to easily attach accessories and secure your camera for professional filmmaking.
Specifications:
- Material: CNC lightweight aluminum
- Top Plate: Form fitting, compatible with factory Sony FX6 handle
- Side Plate: Form fitting, Arri rosette mount
- Mounting Points: Anti-rotating 3/8-16 and ¼-20 threaded holes
- Baseplate: Attaches underneath the camera with 3/8″-16 and 1/4″-20 screws, rubber pads for protection
- Rods: 15 mm 12″ rods
- Rod Bloc System: Removable, at each end of the riser, ratchet key knobs to secure rods
Key Features
Tailored for the Sony FX6, this rig brings a full cage plus rod-bloc base for filmmaking, run-and-gun videography, studio setups and content creation.
CNC-milled aluminum construction with a side plate featuring an ARRI-style rosette, multiple ¼-20 & 3⁄8-16 anti-rotating threaded holes—ideal for monitors, lights, microphones.
Included 15 mm rod system: pair of 12″ rods plus removable rod bloc on each end of the riser, built to align with the FX6 optical centre and support follow-focus, matte boxes or hybrid rigs.
Form-fitting top, side and adapter plates secure the camera while preserving functionality: baseplate mounts underneath camera via 3⁄8-16 and ¼-20 screws; rubber pads protect camera body.
Compact dimensions 12.00 × 4.25 × 5.25 in (30.48 × 10.80 × 13.34 cm) and lightweight ≈1.65 lb (0.75 kg) ensure portability while offering professional rig flexibility for cinematography, photography and content creation.
Specifications
Compatibility
Sony FX6
Construction Material
CNC-milled aluminum
Dimensions
12.00 × 4.25 × 5.25 in (30.48 × 10.80 × 13.34 cm)
Weight
≈1.65 lb (0.75 kg)
Mounting Points
ARRI-style rosette, multiple ¼-20 & 3⁄8-16 anti-rotating threaded holes
Rod System
15mm (pair of 12″ rods, removable rod bloc)
Camera Attachment
3⁄8-16 and ¼-20 screws with rubber pads
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Tailored specifically for the Sony FX6, ensuring a precise and secure fit without obstructing camera functions.
- Constructed from CNC-milled aluminum, providing durability and robust protection for the camera.
- Features a side plate with an ARRI-style rosette and multiple ¼-20 & 3⁄8-16 anti-rotating threaded holes for accessory attachment.
- Includes a 15mm rod system with a pair of 12″ rods and a removable rod bloc, aligning with the FX6 optical center.
- The rod system supports essential filmmaking accessories like follow-focus units, matte boxes, or hybrid rigs.
- Designed with form-fitting top, side, and adapter plates that secure the camera while protecting the body with rubber pads.
- Compact dimensions (12.00 × 4.25 × 5.25 in) and lightweight (≈1.65 lb) ensure portability for various production styles.
- Offers professional rig flexibility for cinematography, photography, run-and-gun videography, and studio setups.
- The baseplate mounts underneath the camera using both 3⁄8-16 and ¼-20 screws for enhanced stability.
👎 Cons
- The cage and rod system is custom-designed for the Sony FX6, limiting its compatibility with other camera models.
- While lightweight, the added size and components may still increase the overall footprint and setup time for minimalist shooters.
- Accessories like monitors, lights, and microphones that can attach to the threaded holes are not included with this cage.
- The system's full utility is realized when combined with additional filmmaking accessories, representing further investment.
- The weight (≈1.65 lb) is in addition to the camera's own weight, which could be a factor for extended handheld shooting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which camera model is this cage and rod system designed for?
This Shape FX6 Camera Cage and 15mm Rod System is specifically tailored for the Sony FX6 camera.
What materials are used in the construction of this camera cage?
The cage is constructed from CNC-milled aluminum, providing both durability and a lightweight profile.
Does this system include mounting points for additional accessories?
Yes, it features a side plate with an ARRI-style rosette and multiple ¼-20 & 3⁄8-16 anti-rotating threaded holes for attaching accessories like monitors, lights, and microphones.
What is the purpose of the included 15mm rod system?
The 15mm rod system, with its 12″ rods and removable rod bloc, is built to align with the FX6 optical center and support filmmaking accessories such as follow-focus units and matte boxes.
How compact and lightweight is this camera cage system?
It boasts compact dimensions of 12.00 × 4.25 × 5.25 inches and weighs approximately 1.65 lbs (0.75 kg), ensuring portability while offering professional rig flexibility.
How does the cage protect the camera body?
The form-fitting top, side, and adapter plates secure the camera, and rubber pads are incorporated to protect the camera body from scratches and damage.
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