Hands-On: SmallRig Cage for iPhone 15 Pro Max

[@Loftikaz]

thanks for testing the 180 degree usb-c adapters don't work.

[@TheSpacemanSpliff]

Nice review. While this is an improvement with the handles vs the old Smallrig cage, I was really hoping Smallrig would have factored that most people serious enough to use a cage like this will be using an SSD with their iPhone 15s. All these "male to female to another male adapter to the SSD" these cage makers are requiring make it seem like an afterthought. I owned the older cage and it was super frustrating that I couldn't connect bluetooth mic adapters, or any L shaped adapters besides 6" messy long cables which didn't work well when on a gimbal. Everything else was fantastic - the build quality was top notch and I loved the multiple ways I could mount the cage to tripods, however I always felt it was a huge misstep with the USB port on this product, and again the new one seems to have the same issue. They could have just made the bottom port area wider and flatter, similar to the Beastcage. This new one is a step in the right direction, but it would have been so much nicer to see a new cage that actually had all of this factored in to provide mobile filmmakers what they really needed.

[@MichaelSchmidt_UrbnPxl]

yeah we kinda need a nice and easy solution with SSD and ND Filter

[@TheSpacemanSpliff]

@@MichaelSchmidt_UrbnPxl Exactly. I really like the lightness of the Smallrig cage vs Beastcage. I wish someone would make a cage that is lightweight, can allow lens and filter attachments, has built in USB C passthrough for charging and simultaneous connection to an SSD, and has a built in or modular clamp for various SSD drives sizes. The Smallrig cage is so close, but not factoring in external drives is bummer. Also, I kind of prefer the look of the older cage. The gunmetal finish gave it such a professional look.

[@MichaelSchmidt_UrbnPxl]

@@TheSpacemanSpliff yeah ... well the Neewer cage is on the way now, hopfully here by the end of the week, lest see how that one works ... still mostly the same "design" but a few little things are differnt that might make it a bit more usefull (on "paper" at least)

[@ChowDownDetroit]

Kondor just made a MagSafe card reader with a small cable.

[@andreaturbolz3542]

Tanks for the video. Can you please test also the possibility to mount a magsafe battery and (at the same time) an ND filter? (When your adapater arrive). Tanks. Maybe is possible also mount an nd filter + magsafe battery with an SSD on top 😅☺️

[@MichaelSchmidt_UrbnPxl]

I’ll try my best ✌🏻😅

[@jamalnasir526]

thanks for the review very helpfull

[@ArcMediaFilms]

How would you rate this cage after using it for a while Michael? I am wondering which cage to go for for iPhone 15 pro this one or the beast grip one. What do you think? Thanks Glenn

[@Aranon78]

Hi, ich nutze das SmallRig mit meinem iPhone 15 Pro und der T7 Touch. Eigentlich genau das gleiche Equipment wie du es nutzt mit dem USB-C Gummikabel. Allerdings habe ich von ArktisPro diesen MagSafe Magnetring. Dieser hält die SSD perfekt. Probiere das mal aus. Grüße

[@MichaelSchmidt_UrbnPxl]

danke für den Hinweis ... werde ich mal checken!

[@steevesf.7557]

Great review. Question - Which variable ND filter can be used on this cage ? Thanks in advance

[@MichaelSchmidt_UrbnPxl]

well as of know i think only the SmallRig 52mm Filters with the SmallRig 52mm filter adapter ... since the orginal 67mm M-Mount filteradapter does not really work well with the iPhone 15 Pro Max

[@bartlomiejkaczynski8859]

Is there any chance to use taht cage like case? And keep on the phone all the time? Or is to big? Regards

[@MichaelSchmidt_UrbnPxl]

Well, it is a bit bulky… so not really practical if you ask me…. maybe with that “normal” non Max version 😅

[@pedrokaigan]

I saw on several websites saying that this Smallrig adapter only works for microphone/audio. You tested with SSD, did it work? My intention is to use it with a hub and connect the equipment. Because I live in Brazil, it makes more sense to buy on AliExpress than on Amazon USA, so I'm looking at a Hagibis adapter, I don't know the brand, but it's the solution with the best reviews on Ali that I've seen... Nice review!

[@lastethica]

is this kind of handle really helps in stabilisation? or just grips?

[@MichaelSchmidt_UrbnPxl]

well it helps to get a better grip and so it also helps a bit with stabilisation

[@rioborzeli147]

Great review, mmm Nice to have an idea on the what if's , Take care

[@Attya-y2y]

So only SmallRig USB-C accessories will fit in the UBC-C port? Isn't that kinda shady?

[@solutionboytv]

It's going to be the same with any cage, you've made the phone bigger. We'll probably see more 'extended' usb c accessories become available. There are still plenty of ways around it though.

[@920flxers]

Mine broke inside my tattle stuck

[@mackwrx]

Is this the same case as the Brandon Li version, just different color? Thanks!

[@MichaelSchmidt_UrbnPxl]

yes it is the same cage, only difference is that the Brandon Li version includes a VND Filter

[@mackwrx]

@@MichaelSchmidt_UrbnPxl Thank you! Have you tried using the case as your daily case? Any reception impeded by the aluminum frame?

[@gothamfotografia]

Did you figure out a way to keep dust off the lens when the cage is on? For me since I carry my iphone with me everywhere, each time I want to take a photo or video, I have to remove the iphone from the cage and wipe the dust off, even with the filter attached. That is really annoying.

[@MichaelSchmidt_UrbnPxl]

yeah this is definitely a good point ... not 100% happy with that as well ... still testing all the options for a bigger rig/cage overview.

[@TheBarnaclesHunter]

Hi there bro, is smallrig 52mm adapter for ip14pro’s cage compatible with filters from other brands like Moment and so? Thank you in advance!

[@MichaelSchmidt_UrbnPxl]

I will test filters and stuff at some point... hopefully soon ... the iPhone video list is long tho' 😅

[@rufatyusubov8626]

Hello everyone, can anyone recommend me a mount for Tilta Nucleus Nano 2 on the handle of the holder of this model SmallRig Please .Thanks for advance

[@serg9176]

I personally didn’t like this cage because of the inconvenient connection of the filters. The cages and cases I'm currently looking at are LiteChaser, Fotorgear and NEEWER. But there are also disadvantages there, unfortunately!

[@MichaelSchmidt_UrbnPxl]

yeah I will test a few more accessories for this cage and also compare it to the Neewer Cage when it arrives late November (current info from Neewer)

[@ShortStoryInspiration]

compared to the neewer cage (67mm filter), do you get any vignetting with the 52mm filter? especially with the wide angle. Thanks

[@MichaelSchmidt_UrbnPxl]

I dont have the SmallRig 52mm filter-adapter yet and the old 67mm SmallRig adapter does not work well with the new phone/cage

[@AvrilLees]

In the instructions it says you need a battery CR20232 IN THE WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL. WHERE IS THIS HOUSED WHEN IT NEEDS REPLACED PLEASE?

[@MichaelSchmidt_UrbnPxl]

ts a small button cell battery on the bottom ... quite easy to replace i think

[@jesusblessthesecommentsamen]

Someone needs to make a normal case that you can put a standard 52 mm filter screw on filter but with a removable adapter so when not using it for filming can use it as a phone all this magnetic crap I just want to use filters I already own. Might go back to just taping the filters on my case sick of these companies forcing you to buy new filters only for their systems big scam

[@MichaelSchmidt_UrbnPxl]

yeah ... not 100% sure about any solution I have/use so far

[@jesusblessthesecommentsamen]

@@MichaelSchmidt_UrbnPxl going to cut a GoPro 8 ulanzi filter adapter to size should just fit with the t7 it’s close. Use all my Sony rx filter on it.

[@NoOneTwoTrust]

I ended up getting neewer cage as the latch on the small-rig was too loose and the filter adapter that came is threaded so I can use my 67mm filter from my Mirrorless cameras also the the threaded holes on the cage are higher then the button, so when you put it on a Gimble, it doesn’t depress the buttons

[@NoOneTwoTrust]

The only thing I miss is having space on the back for MagSafe and the quick connect on the small rig handles

[@jesusblessthesecommentsamen]

@@NoOneTwoTrust yeah that’s why I was thinking 52 mm hopefully it doesn’t vignette looks like it will just work with Samsung ssd or moment MagSafe stand

[@darkknightwithanidea1845]

This is the new Brandon Li designed cage I’m assuming … if it’s anything like the 14 Pro Max I’m there … I was about to get the lite chaser Polar Pro cage but found it to be US made & they make total JUNK. It didn’t even support mag safe battery. SR do & it’s been solid as rock.

[@MichaelSchmidt_UrbnPxl]

It is basically the Brandon Li cage … just a different color and without the signature and no included Fader ND Filter… built quality is great… like it always is with smallrig. Sidehandle has its downside’s but is overall quite good …

[@NandoBoom3]

Downside is that latch doesn’t stay locked

[@jorqlip]

What app is that at 5:49 ?

[@MichaelSchmidt_UrbnPxl]

Blackmagic Camera App

[@injectionAI]

Does it affect reception?

[@MichaelSchmidt_UrbnPxl]

Good question… I will check it out 🤓

[@injectionAI]

any update?@@MichaelSchmidt_UrbnPxl

[@Crypto-Live]

So much money for a little bit of metal!

[@nexttravel7828]

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