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SmallRig Black Mamba Half Cage and Cable Clamp for Canon EOS R5 C/R5/R6

BH #SM3656 • MFR #3656
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SmallRig Black Mamba Half Cage and Cable Clamp for Canon EOS R5 C/R5/R6
Key Features
  • Formfitting Half Cage for R5 C/R5/R6
  • HDMI/USB Cable Clamp
  • Maintains Access to Ports & Controls
  • 1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 Accessory Threads
Provide accessory mounting and protection for your Canon EOS R5 C, R5, or R6 camera with the lightweight aluminum Black Mamba Half Cage and Cable Clamp from SmallRig. This formfitting half cage features a sleek, rough-black finish with carbon fiber-style details, it maintains access to the camera's controls, battery, and SD card slot, and it features a variety of mounting options.
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SmallRig 3656 Overview

Provide accessory mounting and protection for your Canon EOS R5 C, R5, or R6 camera with the lightweight aluminum Black Mamba Half Cage and Cable Clamp from SmallRig. This formfitting half cage features a sleek, rough-black finish with carbon fiber-style details, it maintains access to the camera's controls, battery, and SD card slot, and it features a variety of mounting options.

The camera mounts onto the cage using a single 1/4"-20 screw, and there are anti-twist pins and rubber padding on the base to prevent the camera from twisting or scratching. In addition to multiple 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 accessory threads, the cage features ARRI-style locating holes to prevent accessories from twisting when mounted on the cage. The included cable clamp attaches to the side of the cage and secures your HDMI and USB cables to prevent pulling or disconnection.

The cage features an integrated Arca-type mount on the base, so you can mount it onto standard Arca-type heads and bases. There is a shoe mount on top, and an integrated strap slot on the side allows you to add a separately available hand or wrist strap. A screwdriver for securing the camera screw is stored on the bottom of the cage.

Compatibility
Canon EOS R5 C, R5, and R6 cameras

Also compatible with but not limited to:
SmallRig Side Handle HSN2093
SmallRig Top Handle 1984
SmallRig Magic Arm with Double Ball Heads 2070
SmallRig Hand Strap PAC2456

SmallRig 3656 Specs

Support Type
Cage
Grip Type
No
Camera Compatibility
Canon EOS R5, Canon EOS R5 C, Canon EOS R6
Mounting
Battery Plate Type
No
Accessory Mounting
Cage
Multiple 1/4"-20 Female Thread
Multiple 3/8"-16 Female Thread
Multiple ARRI Anti-Twist 3/8"-16 Female Thread
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Male Screw
Tripod Mounting
Cage
1/4"-20 Female Thread, 3/8"-16 Female Thread, Built-In Arca-Type Plate
Shoe Mounting
Cage, Top
1x Cold Shoe
Rosettes
No
Cable Clamp
1x HDMI Clamp
General
Materials
Aluminum
Dimensions
4.9 x 4.47 x 2.12" / 12.45 x 11.35 x 5.38 cm
Weight
4.9 oz / 140 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.555 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.8 x 5.9 x 2.4"

SmallRig 3656 Reviews

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Can this cage function as an L-Bracket?

Can this cage function as an L-Bracket?
Asked by: Raul
While the SmallRig Black Mamba Half Cage and Cable Clamp for Canon EOS R5 C/R5/R6 wouldn't work exactly like an L-bracket, as it does not have an Arca plate on both the bottom and the side, it can still be used to mount your camera in a vertical position, as the threads on the side would be able to mount to a tripod's camera plate.
Answered by: Paige K
Date published: 2024-08-24

Can I use EL-1 flash while I'm using this cage? ...

Can I use EL-1 flash while I'm using this cage? I'm looking to attach the Insta 360 One at the cage to film myself on the photoshoot.
Asked by: Diego
Yes, The cage will allow you to work with flash solutions. Also, the cage has mounting points all over the cage to mount accessory shoes or arms that could support your action cam. An arm like this could position the actioncam away from where the flash would mount https://bhpho.to/3Ii0haP
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2022-03-16

Is this compatible with the EOS R?

Is this compatible with the EOS R?
Asked by: ReVida
No, the SmallRig Black Mamba Half Cage and Cable Clamp for Canon EOS R5 C/R5/R6 is not compatible with the Canon EOS R Mirrorless Camera.
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2025-01-19

Can you secure TetherPro USB-C Cable with the ...

Can you secure TetherPro USB-C Cable with the Cable Clamp? The part of the cable right next to the USB-C plug is quite thick...
Asked by: Zoran
Yes, the cable clamp on the SmallRig Black Mamba Half Cage and Cable Clamp for Canon EOS R5 C/R5/R6 can support the Tether Tools TetherPro USB Type-C Male to USB Type-C Male Cable.
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2024-05-01

Will this fit the R5 mark ii?

Will this fit the R5 mark ii?
Asked by: Jake
I just bought the SmallRig Black Mamba Half Cage and Cable Clamp for my Canon EOS R5 Mark II Mirrorless Camera and this cage does not fit the Canon R5 Mark II! I live in Brazil (I had to import the cage) and I would like to know how to solve this problem, since BH says that the cage is compatible - but it is not.
Answered by: Fellipe
Date published: 2024-11-24

Why would you get the half cage instead of the ...

Why would you get the half cage instead of the full black mamba? What are the perks of each?
Asked by: Jacob
The SmallRig Black Mamba Half Cage and Cable Clamp for Canon EOS R5 C/R5/R6 have less weight than the SmallRig "Black Mamba" Camera Cage for Canon EOS R5 C/R5/R6 and no mounting threads on the grip handle. The SmallRig Black Mamba Half Cage and Cable Clamp for Canon EOS R5 C/R5/R6 also do not provide some protection on the grip handle in case of drops.
Answered by: Richard
Date published: 2024-07-27

Will the cages work with silicone camera covers?

Will the cages work with silicone camera covers?
Asked by: Jonathan
No, the SmallRig Black Mamba Half Cage and Cable Clamp for Canon EOS R5 C/R5/R6 is designed to fit snuggly around the body of the camera it is mounted to, so there will not be space for a silicone camera cover.
Answered by: Paige K
Date published: 2024-06-10

Is it safe to assume that the cage is compatible ...

Is it safe to assume that the cage is compatible with the R6 MRK II as they have very similar body designs?
Asked by: Trevor
It doesn't...Just got the R6m2 and kept this half cage hoping it would fit and it doesn't...Seems like the R6m2 protrudes from the front a bit more (particularly the part where the Canon letters are as it hits the top of the cage and prevents it from fully sliding in). Hope this helps.
Answered by: Carlos
Date published: 2024-10-05
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