{"product_id":"sony-fx5-hybrid-camera-cage","title":"Sony FX5 Hybrid Camera Cage","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sony FX5 Hybrid Cage gives creators the freedom to reconfigure their camera without rebuilding the entire rig. Its patented Hybrid System converts from a full cage to a half cage without tools, while the integrated DJI-ready ARCA plate makes it faster to move between handheld, tripod, and compatible gimbal setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNATO rails on three sides and the signature KONDOR BLUE MiniRail™ provide versatile mounting for monitors, handles, audio, power, and other essential accessories. Support for drop-in filter adapters keeps advanced lens workflows open, while the removable top NATO rail preserves compatibility with Sony’s EVF and XLR top handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLightweight, rigid, and built around real-world workflows, the FX5 Hybrid Cage gives you more ways to configure your camera with less time spent rebuilding it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTECH SPECS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull Cage:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e235g\/8.3 oz \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e149mm W 110mm T 56mm D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCage With Top Handle:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e394g\/13.9 oz \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e149mm W 175mm T 122mm D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalf Cage:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e99g\/3.5 oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e130mm W 100mm T 55mm D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop NATO Rail:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e37g\/1.3 oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the best cage setup for the Sony FX5?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kondor Blue FX5 Hybrid Cage is built specifically for the Sony FX5 and uses a patented Hybrid System that converts from a full cage to a half cage without tools. This lets you match the cage size to the shoot instead of committing to one fixed configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I build a Sony FX5 rig that works for handheld, tripod, and gimbal setups?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated DJI-ready ARCA plate lets you move the FX5 between handheld, tripod, and compatible gimbal setups without swapping mounting hardware. NATO rails on three sides plus the MiniRail add points for monitors, handles, audio, and power accessories as your rig changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I choose the full cage or the half cage for my FX5?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the full cage (235g, 149mm W x 110mm T x 56mm D) when you need maximum mounting real estate for accessories like top handles, monitors, and audio gear. Switch to the half cage (99g, 130mm W x 100mm T x 55mm D) for a lighter, more minimal footprint on handheld or gimbal work, since the Hybrid System lets you convert between the two without tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat accessories can I mount on this cage for video production?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three-sided NATO rails and signature MiniRail support monitors, handles, audio recorders, power accessories, and drop-in filter adapters for lens workflows. The removable top NATO rail keeps this mounting flexibility intact while still preserving compatibility with Sony's EVF and XLR top handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this cage work with the Sony EVF, XLR top handle, and filter adapters at the same time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the removable top NATO rail is designed to preserve compatibility with Sony's EVF and XLR top handle, and the cage supports drop-in filter adapters for advanced lens setups. 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