[Aluminum] Kondor Blue is the brand I prefer for all my camera rigging. They are well built, durable, and stay super secure in rugged environments. I primarily do sports video work and so these things need to keep my stuff in place at all times. I haven’t got time to fiddle diddle with attachments.

[Topside Handle] I finally built my proper cinema rig, and this camera cage is the perfect addition to it. The cage is extremely sturdy with no flex at all, and it has a ton of mounting options for extra gear. I love that the carry handle comes with a recording start/stop button, and that it also has a bubble level, magnetically held tools in the baseplate and a sensor plane mark/screw. The cage also has the support strut on the left of the lens rather than the right, so I can use my Meike EFTR-CL drop in filter adapter without issue, unlike with other cages. This cage costs more than the smallrig and tilta options, but it is worth the premium for those features. Also it just looks super cool!

[Topside Handle] I really like this handle. It has excellent build quality. There are a number of mounting points on the handle - I would rarely use them, but if I ever need them, having them is a plus. The rubber grip portion has a soft texture, but it is still a solid, firm grip. I have medium-sized hands, and this handle is perfect for my hand size as well as how I like to hold the handle. If you want to hold your camera rig handle like a medieval claymore, this may not be the handle for you. If you hold camera rig handles like I do - with my thumb on the backside, over the enamel Kondor badge in this case - you might find it quite comfortable.

[Aluminum] I ordered the handle from here and Adorama and the description says cables are included which they are not. So if you order be aware that you have to order the cable for your camera.


Kondor Blue came through and sent me the cable that I needed since the ads says it comes with 2 cables when it doesn't.


Kondor Blue's customer service was great

[Aluminum] So comfortable to hold and incredibly solid. Highly recommend.

[0.47 lb] I really like this handle. It has excellent build quality. There are a number of mounting points on the handle - I would rarely use them, but if I ever need them, having them is a plus. The rubber grip portion has a soft texture, but it is still a solid, firm grip. I have medium-sized hands, and this handle is perfect for my hand size as well as how I like to hold the handle. If you want to hold your camera rig handle like a medieval claymore, this may not be the handle for you. If you hold camera rig handles like I do - with my thumb on the backside, over the enamel Kondor badge in this case - you might find it quite comfortable. The record button works well, though the button is quite loud when pressed. I bought the appropriate cable to use this with my R5C setup and it works perfectly.

[Topside Handle] Look no further, this is the perfect cage for the R5C.

It's also the only one that give doesn't block the left side of the body, so you can use any VND adapter like the Meike, KipperTie Revolva or Breakthrough.

Super easy to assemble and the top handle with the record/stop button is a must for any serious video shooter.

Worth every penny.

[8.1 x 5 x 1.2"] I am loving this product so much. Perfect size, quality, easy install. Wish is came in a darker color.

[8.1 x 5 x 1.2"] This product feels very well made and looks great. I had trouble with one of the pieces and reached out to the team at Kondor Blue. They replied within minutes and helped fix the problem. the only thing better than a great product, is great customer service.

[8.1 x 5 x 1.2"] This handle feels good in my hands. The rubber underside assures comfort and I really like the gap in the front that allows for a better grip.


I have two minor gripes though...


1. The handle doesn't come with the cable needed and there aren't many options except for the KB brans which is about $30. Plan to spend about 130 + tax.


2. The record button make a significant audible sound when you push it. It is not extremely loud, but enough that it is noticeable for anyone nearby. I usually shoot hand held from the hip and I do not like for the subject to hear or see that the camera is recording so it's a little annoying, but not a deal breaker.


This handle is very well built and looks great too.