CAME-TV Protective Cage with Dual Handgrip for GH4

Bang for Your Buck Kit

The good - we've been using this cage system for a few months now, and I haven't run into any hardware failures or serious technical issue. The hardware met my expectations for the price. The cage hugs the GH4 nice and snug, and the handle is sturdy. Handle and cage assembly is quick & easy. The 2 stage matte box is well design with versatility in mind. Both filter trays are rotatable (together or independently). The French flags are metal and ad... Show Morejustable. Follow focus is smooth and seriously articulated for full calibration. The A-to-B hard stop screws have been very useful. Hand grips and shoulder support are well designed for just about any user to adjust for the right fit. The support pads have a stiff-covered-foam feel to it. I saw this is a bonus, because I was excepting a solid plastic pad for the price. Full assembly with rods, camera, lens, matte box and filters will get heavy. So if you're new to the game - consider a tripod with a good load capacity to balance out. I guess my only complaints would be - If you don't use an external video source, the GH4's monitor won't extend to its full position. It's not a huge burden. You can still see the monitor just fine, but the slight angle is noticeable. It would also be really helpful if it came with instructions for assembly. Doesn't have to be in-depth, just some simple fold-out would be sufficient. I'm happy with my purchase. The whole system meets my expectations and more for a good price.Show Less

Reviewed on B&H Photo Video