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SmallRig NATO Top Handle Lite

BH #SM3766 • MFR #3766
SmallRig NATO Top Handle Lite
Key Features
  • Ergonomic Cheese-Style Top Handle
  • Quick Release NATO Clamp
  • 5 x Shoe Mounts, Weighs Only 4.4 oz
  • 1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 Accessory Threads
The cheese-style NATO Top Handle Lite from SmallRig mounts easily onto a standard NATO rail and can slide side to side to help balance your camera rig, facilitate low-angle shots, and provide multiple accessory mounts. This handle incorporates five shoe mounts on the front, back, and sides, as well as multiple 1/4"-20, 3/8"-16, and ARRI-style anti-twist threads.
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SmallRig Top Handle Overview

The cheese-style NATO Top Handle Lite from SmallRig mounts easily onto a standard NATO rail and can slide side to side to help balance your camera rig, facilitate low-angle shots, and provide multiple accessory mounts. This handle incorporates five shoe mounts on the front, back, and sides, as well as multiple 1/4"-20, 3/8"-16, and ARRI-style anti-twist threads.

The top handle is made from aluminum and stainless steel, and it can support camera rig loads up to 22 lb despite weighing only 4.4 oz. It features an anti-slip, anti-freeze silicone-lined grip to ensure a solid hold.

Compatibility
Camera rigs and cages with a standard NATO rail

Also compatible with but not limited to:
SmallRig NATO Rail 1409
SmallRig NATO Rail 2172
SmallRig Monitor Mount 2903
SmallRig Monitor Mount 2348
SmallRig Magic Arm 2070
SmallRig Remote Control 2924

SmallRig Top HandleSpecs

Key Specs
Item Type
Topside Handle
Attachment Method
Attaches via Rail Clamp
Accessory Mounting
Handle Shaft
Multiplex 1/4"-20 Thread
Multiplex 3/8"-16 Thread
Multiplex ARRI Anti-Twist 3/8"-16 Thread
Shoe Mounting
5x Built-In Cold Shoe Slot
Rosettes
No
Rail Mounting
1x NATO Rail Clamp
Rotation
No
Built-In Controls
No
Mounting
Attachment Method
Attaches via Rail Clamp
Accessory Mounting
Handle Shaft
Multiplex 1/4"-20 Thread
Multiplex 3/8"-16 Thread
Multiplex ARRI Anti-Twist 3/8"-16 Thread
Shoe Mounting
5x Built-In Cold Shoe Slot
Rosettes
No
Rail Mounting
1x NATO Rail Clamp
General
Load Capacity
22 lb / 10 kg
Materials
Aluminum, Silicone, Steel
Dimensions
5.3 x 2.9 x 1" / 135 x 72.5 x 24.5 mm
Weight
4.4 oz / 124 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.35 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.1 x 3.8 x 1.8"

SmallRig Top Handle Reviews

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ll this handle works with a Nikon Z9 or maybe too ...

ll this handle works with a Nikon Z9 or maybe too heavy camera for installing this type of handle?
Asked by: Santiago
The SmallRig Top Handle with Shoe Mount (Lite) could damage the hotshoe of the Nikon Z9 Mirrorless Camera because of the weight of the camera. It is best practice to mount this to a cage and not directly onto the hotshoe of the camera to prevent damage.
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2024-04-21

Is there a compartment in this handle to store ...

Is there a compartment in this handle to store the included hex key?..thanks..
Asked by: Anthony
Yes. Photo #3 shows where the "hex key Allen wrench" can be stored in the handle. You can also see it stored in image #1 and #2.
Answered by: Chad
Date published: 2024-07-31

What is the difference between this version and ...

What is the difference between this version and the non-lite version?
Asked by: Jack
The SmallRig Top Handle with ARRI-Style Anti-Twist Mount (Lite) BH #SM3765 weight is 124g. The B&H # SM2165C handle is slightly more heavy at 137g. The B&H # SM2165C handle also has more attachment points for gear.
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2023-10-26

"What type of mount can I use to attach this Top ...

"What type of mount can I use to attach this Top Handle for vertical shooting with the Smallrig FX3 Cage? The Anti-Twist system
Asked by: carlo
The SmallRig Camera Cage for Sony FX30 and FX3 will accept the SmallRig Top Handle with ARRI-Style Anti-Twist Mount (Lite) directly on its right side via an Arri-style thread.
Answered by: Michael S
Date published: 2024-08-18

Does this have a NATO rail on the top handle? The ...

Does this have a NATO rail on the top handle? The top portion looks similar to a NATO rail
Asked by: Jeremiah
SmallRig does not state that the top handle of the SmallRig Top Handle with Shoe Mount (Lite) is NATO compatible.
Answered by: Tim Z
Date published: 2024-09-19
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