Surround your GH5 with this Protective Cage from CAME-TV and start building a 15mm LWS rig around it. The cage itself is form-fitted to the body of the GH5 and allows full access to the battery and camera controls, as well as operation of the flip-out LCD monitor. The exterior features 1/4"-20 threaded holes and a cold shoe mount for securing accessories and articulating arms. Lens accessories such as a follow focus, lens support, or matte box, can be mounted on separately available 15mm rods which can be secured to the cage using the included 15mm LWS rod clamp. The cage can be quickly detached from the rod clamp for convenient handheld shooting. Included with the cage is a rail-mounted top handle. Also, 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 threads are available for further accessory mounting, as well as a 15mm rod clamp for attaching an EVF or monitor. The entire construction of the cage is tool-less, and the cage can be assembled and disassembled quickly before and after your shoot, respectively.
- Form-Fitted for the GH5
- 15mm LWS Rod Support
- Unhindered Battery and Port Access
- Won't Obstruct Flip-Out LCD
CAME-TV CAME-GH5 Overview
CAME-TV CAME-GH5 Reviews
Very Restrictive Use
This is $300 I should have put towards a decent gimbal. The Came-TV cage design has significant flaws. #1 and most important for me is that you cannot mount a B4/micro 4/3rds adapter and use an ENG lens while the cage is in use, because the front part of the cage is too close to the lens mount. #2 It is very difficult to insert a mic plug into the camera, due to the frame being too close to the port. #3 The quick release system is worthless since the cage itself, is attached to the camera via a flat-head screw. You can quick release from the base, but still have to grab a screwdriver to move the camera to another platform! #4 Another Biggie! With the cage attached, there is very restricted movement of the lcd screen. Bottom line... should have returned it!
not for me
I bought this cage after several years of use with the Came TV cage with the GH4. I liked the GH4 version in terms of secured hotshoe / handle / rail system. However after initial inspection, I did chose to return this. The GH5 version has apparently gone in a slightly different direction for the GH4 cage. There must have been a revision already because the handle mount is very different and not pictured here. That was one reason. I can say that the GH5 cage will not tightly mount onto the GH4's cage's quick release base if you are buying one to swamp or use with one another. That was a major drawback for me too. And if you are simply wanting a hotshoe on the cage with no handle, you will have to buy that too. I think it's well made but not best for my needs - their are other options.