The Tilta Cage Baseplate Control Handle Sony a6000 a6300 a6400 a6500leaves pretty much no stone unturned in providing an optimal user experience for with the Sony a6000, a6300, a6400, and a6500.

The Brazilian rosewood control handle attaches to the side of the cage and provides convenient start/stop trigger functionality. A ventilation fan on the bottom of the cage reduces the risk of overheating and allows for longer shooting times. A coaxial port is provided (right below where the camera's LCD would sit) for powering the fan off a 12V power source, such as an optional battery's D-Tap output using a coax to D-Tap converter cable, or the Tilta V-Mount Plate Power Supply (model # BT-003-A), both sold separately.

At the top right of the cage is a cold shoe mount for attaching a mic or various other accessories, and two buttons (C1 and C2) that allow you to easily change camera settings. Access to the camera's battery door is provided on the bottom, as is access to all buttons and ports. The cage also has HDMI cable locks on the top and side, and an included HDMI to micro-HDMI cable that secures into these locks to provide a safe way of connecting a monitor to the camera. The full-sized HDMI connector installs into the top cable lock and allows you to plug in your monitor, and the micro-HDMI connector runs around the side of the cage, inserting into the other lock and connecting to the camera. The locks are removable, as are many other components, although the cage is mainly CNC machined from a single piece of aluminum.

The baseplate attaches to the bottom of the cage via an efficient quick release mechanism and supports 15mm LWS rods (a pair of threaded 11.8" rods are included). The baseplate also features an integrated lens adapter support compatible with EF to E-Mount and PL to E-Mount Metabones adapters (other ones, including the Metabones Speed Boosters, have slightly different shapes that may not fit). The lens support screws into a threaded hole available on the bottom of these adapters, supporting the weight of the adapter/lens combination. The baseplate also offers three 1/4"-20 tripod mount threaded holes on the bottom and features a dovetail design compatible with dovetail plates such as the TT-C16 plate from Tilta.

The top handle also attaches on top via a dovetail mechanism and offers a cold shoe, 15mm rod pass-though, and mounting threads. The entire rig provides a starting point for a complete shoulder rig. Simply attach optional handgrips to the rods in front, and a shoulder pad to the rods at the rear.

Cage, Baseplate, and Top Handle    Brazilian Rosewood Start/Stop Handle    Ventilation Fan, Coaxial Power Port    Buttons for Adjusting Camera Settings    Two Cold Shoe Mounts    HDMI Cable Locks    11.8" 15mm Rods    Dovetail Plate Support    Metabones EF/PL to E Adapter Support    15mm Rod Pass-Through

• Cage, baseplate, top handle, and rosette handle combination
• Ventilation fan (and a coaxial power port)
• Brazilian rosewood control handle and cable
• Two buttons for adjusting camera settings
• Two cold shoe mounts
• HDMI cable locks
• 11.8" 15mm rods
• Dovetail plate support and tripod mounts on the bottom of the baseplate
• Metabones EF to E-Mount and PL to E-Mount lens adapter support
• 15mm rod pass-through
• Access to the battery door and all ports and buttons
• 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 mounting threads all around

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Us there a thread moun at the bottom of cage or the base plate ? I'm trying mount the cage system to my steadicam

A: There is a threaded mount at the bottom of the cage and also the base plate. For steadicam mounting, we recommend using the Tilta TT-C16 plate. Tilta 10" Lightweight Dovetail Plate (Black) https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1414466-REG/tilta_tt_c16_blk_10_lightweight_dovetail_plate.html/overview

Q: 2. can the Sony SMAD-P3 Multi Interface Shoe be used, with this cage in an a6300? Thanks.

A: We have had no response from Lockcircle. We would then have to give our opinion that it looks like the cage can use the Sony SMAD-P3 Multi Interface Shoe.

Q: 3. Are the dovetails on the cage and baseplate arca-swiss compatible?

A: No. They are smaller than arca-Swiss.

Q: 4. Hello, I would like to know if this cage, it also has the new sony alpha 6600?

A: Unfortunately no. This cage will not fit the Sony A6600. The following 3 Tilta units will work. See the link below. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/products/Digital-SLR-Video-Stabilizers/ci/3926?filters=fct_brand_name%3Atilta%2Cfct_camera-compatibility_5878%3Asony-a6600

Q: 5. Is arca plate integrated into cage bottom or does it also need a plate? What arca plates are recommended for bottom and side of cage for tripod portrait and landscape attachment?

A: An Arca plate is not integrated in this cage.

Q: 6. How do I attach it to my tripod?

A: Hello,There are three 1/4-20 mounting holes in the bottom of the base that can be used for mounting to a tripod. Alternately, you could mount a 15mm dovetail plate to your tripod, and slide the cage onto that. I recommend the TT-C16 or TT-C16-A7 for the dovetail plate, as this cage requires that the plate have raised edges to accommodate the tripod-mounting section of the base.

Q: 7. Does this SmallRig Left-Side Shoe Adapter function as a hot shoe extension?

A: The SmallRig Left-Side Shoe Adapter for Sony a6000, a6300, a6400, and a6500 Cameras is an extension solution that relocated the camera shoe to a more usable position. It does not pass through power though, and is not Hot. Also when using this adapter it would not allow you to use Hot shoe accessories, since the Hot shoe on the top of the camera is covered by the adapter.

Q: 8. what exactly is included in this bundle?

A: Here is what is In The Box. 6500NY Cage Kit for Sony a6300 & a6500 CamerasCamera PlateTitanium 1/4 -20 Camera ScrewSide PlateFront PlateTop PlateLimited 2-Year WarrantyTop Grip Handle for BirdCage PRO

Q: 9. Will this work for the A6400?

A: Since this cage lists the A6300 and A6500 as compatible we feel it should work with the A6400 as well.

Q: 10. Can this fit A6600? Thanks.

A: The size of the a6600 and the a6500 are very similar. The only big size difference is the handgrip. The handgrip on the a6600 is larger. I can see the top of the cage can get in the way of the buttons on the top of the handgrip. Other than that it believe it should fit, however, I can not guarantee that it will.