Protect your Leica camera and enhance its possibilities for mounting accessories on it with this space gray Cage with Top Handle for Leica SL2S/SL2/SL from Kondor Blue. Employing multiple points of contact, the cage is form-fitted to mount solidly on the Leica SL, SL2, or SL2S to prevent wiggle while adding over 30 threaded 1/4"-20, 3/8"-16, and M4 holes for a wide variety of accessory mounting points. The cage comes with a top handle, and built-in NATO rails provide right-side, left-side, and top plate mounting options, and the included HDMI and USB-C cable clamp ensures your cables remain securely tethered to your camera at all times. All of the camera's functions remain accessible with the cage on the camera, and you won't need to remove the cage, even when swapping out batteries.

Camera Cage for Leica SL2-S/SL2/SL    Top Handle Included    ARRI-Style Baseplate    501-Type QR Plate Included    2 x 8" PPSH 15mm Rods

• Built-in NATO rails enable you to securely mount accessories.
• Cold shoe safety pin prevents the notorious sliding issues that plague cold shoe accessories.
• An HDMI and USB-C cable clamp prevents damaging the micro-sized ports on the camera and losing the signal.
• Multiple points of contact ensure solid mounting to the camera to prevent wiggle and allow for large setups.
• Handy 2 and 2.5mm tools are magnetically attached to the baseplate.
• Easily access buttons, dials, cable ports, and battery and card slots without having to remove the cage. 
• Wide strap loops for a side grip strap and/or a camera strap are integrated into the cage.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Do super-wide M lenses still color shift in the corners on this new sensor? I keep reading this quote about the SL2-S: "sensor stack fully compatible with Leica M-Lenses". I wonder what they're trying to say.

A: From testing and observation, there does not appear to be any color shifting in the corners of their new sensor designed for the camera. And as for the "sensor stack fully compatible with Leica M-Lenses" quote, they are referring to the fact that their M-Lenses are some of the best optical glass that they manufacturer, so the new sensor takes full advantage of that sharpness and color rendering to produce images that hold up to the Leica standard.

Q: 2. When using the M-Adapter L from Leica on the SL2-s with M style lenses, does the adapter provide automatic stop down, or are you viewing through the closed down aperture? For example, if it is an F2 lens, and you have the aperture set at F11, will you be viewing through the viewfinder of the SL2-s at F2 or F11? Also, I understand when using the adapter that infinite focus will be less then infinite on the lens. How does focusing of M lenses work out in real life?

A: According to Leica, the camera automatically switches to aperture priority when the adapter is attached. As for the focusing, a sharp image is achieved before the mechanical infinity stop on the lens is reached.

Q: 3. Does this cage have an arra type base as does the Smallrig for the Z8?

A: No, the 8Sinn Full Camera Cage for Leica SL2 and SL2-S does not come with an Arca-type release plate on the bottom of the cage like the SmallRig Camera Cage for Nikon Z8.

Q: 4. Can you use the SL2-S as a webcam for livestreaming? I've heard that when the screen times out the auto-focus stops working?

A: You can use it for livestreaming. The autofocus not working while streaming was a bug the cameras had, but Leica have since updated the camera so that's no longer an issue.

Q: 5. Does this have a magnet built in to hold the hex wrench? I have read that magnetic fields can play havoc with a camera's electronics

A: Yes, this has a magnet. As far as we are aware, modern cameras/electronics are typically not influenced/affected by magnets such as these.

Q: 6. Would this be considered a semi-pro or pro level camera? Is it a direct competition for the Nikon Z9? Is this a camera I can use for 10 years or is this a 4-5 year camera?

A: The following unit is a pro-level that can meet high expectations. Most cameras now have a life of 5yrs as technology advances every 12 to 18 months.

Q: 7. do the leica S lenses can be used in the Leica SL?

A: You will need the Leica S to Leica L adapter: https://bhpho.to/3mvfw9a

Q: 8. I've never used a base plate. What is the main reason to use one? Are they intended to stay on the camera permanently or only when using a tripod? Thanks!

A: Base plates provide a moderate level of scuff/ding protection on the bottom of the camera are intended to stay on for as long as you need. They also provide a more robust built-in quick release system for arca-swiss type tripods, as opposed to smaller quick-release plates you'd install that might not hold tight and/or loosen over time.

Q: 9. How will this camera perform for startscape / Milky Way photography? I have an SL2 for landscape work but am considering adding either this or the Sony A7III for astrophotography.

A: This camera would be excellent for shooting a star scape or the Milky Way due to its high sensitivity.

Q: 10. will this plate fit the new SL3 camera?

A: The Really Right Stuff Base Plate for Leica SL2 and SL2-S does not fit the Leica SL3 Mirrorless Camera.