How to Add WOOD to Your Sony A6000/A6300/A6400

[@eliteexposure5594]

True fans know his real name as Technology Mafia.

[@ra_chet]

And for less "true fans" when did he give up being Mafia?? 😜🙄

[@r0stislav]

Recently. There's a video about that. But I liked the Technology Mafia more.

[@chosenideahandle]

Is it kinda like Batman going by Bruce Wayne now?

[@BuckarooBanzai-]

Elite Exposure now we know who he really is... so i guess his life is in danger now 😂😂😂

[@potapotatpot]

I just wanted to say, that I am following you around now for a couple of years and you are still my fav youtuber when it comes to Sony Aps-C. Keep it up

[@shammyh]

It should be noted... that Smallrig cage is the OLDER VERSION. For the A6400/A6500, get the newer Smallrig "CCS2310" and the "2318" wooden hand grip. Fits like a glove on the A6400 and is designed more like the uurig version (with better cutouts/mounting points). It also doesn't block the IR receiver. Otherwise... great video as always! :-)

[@ren_ck6550]

At the Smallrig, no cold shoe though.

[@shammyh]

@@ren_ck6550 There's a separate cheap and small mount to add a coldshoe to any Smallrig frame.

[@renck3791]

@@shammyh you are correct. But, you'll need to factor the extra cost to add that item. So, it is important for potential buyers to be aware of that. That's all.

[@chuckchoi3794]

I don't think the new CCS2310 has Arca Swiss plate at the bottom.

[@paulclarke4571]

@@chuckchoi3794 I got this combination and the only issue is that the gap between the Sony 70-350 and the grip is too small. I filed it down and all is good.

[@danielcristeapro]

The smallrig cage you have its specially designed for a6300/a6500 and those have a bigger grip compared to a6000. There is a dedicated new cage for a6400 too which comes with a similar grip to the uurig.

[@madimakes]

I accidentally got the smallrig for a6600...it happily has the top screw for the handle opening for added security, but I had to work the bottom so the battery works. I got the one in the vid with wooden handle for my other a6300 and it drives me crazy how much it wobbles in the cage because of the lack of the top screw! I’m returning and getting and hacking the a6400 cage.

[@alonzofarmer4997]

I have the SMALL RIG cage on my a6000... My camera is definitely more comfortable to hold now, especially since the 18-105 F4 stays on my camera most of the time!!

[@markperritte]

I use a6500 what kind of cages are there for it.do you a video for it

[@JonathanBarrow]

Can you do a video about a variable ND that can fit on the 50/35 mm lenses? That would be so helpful in knowing what’s good out there for the 49 filter thread size

[@klvnzln]

Thank god you made this video. I was looking at these twos. Now i found it and it reviewed by the best sony reviewer. Bless you bud!!

[@dsweet471]

Hi, thanks for the video! I just ordered this and it is missing the bottom mounting screw, I can you measure in mm the width of the head of the screw??? That would be amazing so I know what to order online. Hope you see this or if someone else can reply, wonderful!!

[@KKP_yt]

Does this fit on the a6100 as well?

[@jrchannel7405]

when I walk with camera in hand I usually hold the total weight just by the grip. Is the wooden grip sturdy enough for that? I mean, wood it's not the most sturdy material but I definitely need a bigger grip for my A6000

[@shammyh]

Yes it is. I use the newer cage + handle version with a metabones speed booster and a heavy tamron 24-70. Doesn't even flex the tiniest bit. I also hold the entire wait of the camera by the grip when walking around. Rock solid.

[@chosenideahandle]

JR channel both grips are made of hardwood, just as handles are on cages one would use on a full sized cinema camera. You’re not going to break it.

[@burt5057]

I do likewise but I also wear a wrist strap. You never know...

[@ΓιώργοςΚαλλίγερος-ι5ω]

The wooden handle on the UUrig is the Smallrig 2318 ?

[@main_mando]

Hello Arthur/Everyone! I'm interested in buying a lens for my a6300. I currently have the kit lens and looking to upgrade to either a Sigma 16mm or Sony 18-105. Please let me know which lens I should invest in first! The new lens will be mainly used for video.

[@main_mando]

@@adventureproductionz You mean the 18-105? I found someone selling it for $425 is that reasonable?

[@joaopauloferreira2585]

You can check Also the L-bracket of smallrig for the a6400. I think its could be lighter version with wood grip. Yes it does not offer the same protection... But for someone that is looking for a better grip with extras... Take a look. Like always... Have fun and good luck in This new chapter in our Channel.

[@ronspi]

I agree with your assessment of the SmallRig. I have it on my A6500 and the wooden grip is just, well... weird! I kind of got used to it, but it defeats the concept of having a small camera. Gripping the big Nikon D500 or D850 feels fit to the size, but this SmallRig is strange. I was able to mount a boatload of gear onto the cage, so yes, it has the benefits of carrying more and being connected, but it is not the walkabout camera fixture I'd keep on the camera. Thanks for another great review.

[@thepdxperception9028]

I have small rig cages for both my 65-6400 and they both have the little Allen bolt in the top right for added support. The IR isn’t blocked. And my wood grip is a matte finish. Looks nothing like yours. I think mines actually wood. I think you have either the wrong model or an older model like someone else said.

[@robertcudlipp3832]

Seems I must be one of the mega small number of people who don't use these camera for video/blogging etc. That said, the a6000 range are really small form bodies and even with a Sigma 16 1.4, not to mention a Sigma 18-35 1.8, told the body securely, some form of extended base and sides is required. There was a site dedicated to making classy after market hand grips, but cannot locate it now. Will be getting one of these when my a6400 arrives. Arthur, there would still be a huge market for a grip like these for the a6000. Can you please place some links for them. Many thanks.

[@guusverschuuren8495]

is it possible to detach the wood handle on both?

[@ArthurR]

Yes, you can. You can buy the UU Rig cage without the wood handle.

[@TJuice1986]

Btw, that isn’t the only other option by smallrig. Go to smallrig’s website and type in 2310 & 2318. You’ll see a grip that specifically designed for the a6400. It looks a lot like the Urig cage shown in this video.

[@TJuice1986]

Why Me the camvate handle or the smallrig wood grip?

[@TJuice1986]

Why Me I personally love the wooden grip that’s made for the smallrig cage. I believe the model number is APS2318. I’m 6’2” tall with big hands. The cage with that wooden grip makes it feel much better in my hands.

[@shammyh]

Exactly.

[@MotoVisuals]

hi arthur, have you tried fitting the UU Rig on the a6500? are there any issues with the buttons?

[@restey5979]

Bought this....feels pretty good BUT..... IT BLOCKS THE HOT SHOE. Not completely but enough that neither of my Godox speedlights will function. The tightening ring contacts the frame in such a way as to keep the contacts from completely connecting. I now have to consider returning the rig or machining space into the frame...which I’m no happy about. YMMV. I wish you had tested the rig with theses accessories...which I purchased on your recommendation and have been great...as has the a6300. Do the other rigs block the hot shoe? Thanks for your constant flow of relevant info.

[@malcolmhay6668]

Hi Arthur Just a quick question, if I may. If you have one of these grips attached to your A6000, and a 7.5mm fisheye lens will your hand appear in the photo?

[@pksvps]

Please do a review of Sony 70-300 lens on a6400.

[@_J.P._]

TBH my camera (a6500) came with a smallrig, really small, covering only one side and bottom + the wooden handle. Tried it a few times and then removed it again. As a hobby photographer I see no point in having it on the camera. Adds weight and I don't mount anything on the holes. When I don't use the camera I have it stored in a small decent bag over my shoulder where I can quickly take it out if I need to. I can't help it but I really like the way the camera feels in my hands and the cage is removing that feeling for me.

[@Kodagraphy]

I love my SmallRig. Makes it so chonky and satisfying.

[@ArthurR]

Lol chonky is the word!

[@kostasthf7923]

@@ArthurR will the uurig fit on my a6000?

[@mathu_stans]

Hi? have you experimented with the newer A6100 & A6600 to see how compatible these rigs are?

[@-HFTA-]

Oi! Is it Just me or doesent it say where you got the wooden grip for the uurig? Is it included in the package or do you need to buy it seperated?

[@burt5057]

I was unaware of the UU Rig having already bought the Small Rig Cage. I do find the grip really comfortable so maybe I bought the right one. One little quibble though. The retaining screw on the base of the cage tends to loosen. I have a Sony A6300 which I love. Your channel is just perfect for me and I'm sure for many other Sony Mirrorless owners. I live in the UK.

[@edc5338]

I assume the vertical holes will allow a vertical mount on a tripod like an L bracket does?

[@CodySmiley]

Check Smallrig 2097 with two nato rails and arca swiss compatible.

[@HunterErwinMusic]

How well does the uurig fit the a6000 ? It says it’s made for the 6400 Great video Thanks

[@anasanter]

Can i use these cages to mount the camera vertically on a gimbal stabilizer for Instagram videos ?

[@Freelax87]

you bought the smallrig for the a 6500 there, which actually needs the space to the wooden handbracked, because it does have a bigger grip than the a6400. you should revisit this with the propper smallrig cage for the a6400 which fits like a glove

[@ArthurR]

No, read the box the cage came in. This is the A6000/A6300 version.

[@Chigüiro_Herrera]

Would this work with a battery grip?

[@richardpcrowe]

I have a Small Rig Cage which came as part of the eBay sale but, I don't really want a wood grip. I do have a matching metal handle for the top of the rig which makes it nice for low angle videos. I do wish that the cage had a slotted Arca Compatible plate area on the side of the camera so it could do double duty as a cage and an L bracket...

[@Keyloggs1]

Hey arthur. What about the flash socket? ive got a ayex remote, which seem not to fit in there if i get on this case...

[@GeorgeXian]

So, you are building a Hasselblad Lunar 2?

[@joaosoarestech3839]

I have the small rig. And the uurig l bracket. I find that I'm using the l bracket a lot more.

[@TJuice1986]

I’m super happy you did this video! I just added the 2310 cage to my a6400 with the 2318 wood grip. I also I also added the camvate wood handle for a better left hand grip!

[@themareo2771]

This is my setup for video too! That camvate grip provides much needed stability for video!

[@TJuice1986]

The Mareo awesome! Feel free to check out my Instagram @PeepMeTom You can see my setup there! #A6400 woohoo!

[@christopherrudolph6883]

Nice setup! I'm considering buying the 2310 cage and 2318 grip as well. However I've read in a comment that the grip is a little slippery. What's your experience so far?

[@TJuice1986]

Christopher Rudolph personally, I haven’t had any issues at all with the grip feeling slippery. I used the 2310 cage for a couple months without the grip and it definitely helped. I put the wood grip on about a week ago and personally, I really really like it. I have really large hands so it fits me very well! If you buy the cage and grip and you find that the wooden grip is a little slippery then it can easily be fixed with some grip tape. They sell some great grip tape that’s meant for firearm handles that won’t get sticky or come loose. I think you will love it as is though.

[@christopherrudolph6883]

Thanks for the detailed answer! Since I have pretty small hands I might reconsider purchasing the small rig and go for the uurig instead however.

[@g5magic]

I almost buy it last week but the price was $49.99. But now $35. I will buy it now. Thx.

[@hadollica]

I have a question... can I use SmallRig 2082 cage for sony a6400 or it designed just for a6000 and a6300???

[@kolapyellow7631]

What about a6100?? Can it be done too?

[@Alakazam2047]

Can you use the UU Rig with a gimbal, or is it not recommended? Also, it seems you can't use a neck strap while it's in the cage, right? I just bought a Peak Design strap for my a6400 and I'm looking at accessories right now.

[@BoredErica]

Can you do a 30mm f1.4 Sigma vs 16-50mm kit lens comparison? I think it'd be interesting because around 35mm stopped down the kit lens is at its best, and the 30mm is the weakest Sigma prime.

[@anicasio0718]

If you would of came out with this review a few months earlier I would of bought the UUrig instead of the SmallRig. With that being said I am happy with the SmallRig either way. I think it’s a great cage for my first a6000 entry camera to take photos traveling. Thanks for the reviews I appreciate your input.

[@damiencolacion6339]

Can you use that uu rig on the a6000?

[@robindogra2258]

Hi, Can I use SmallRig one for my Sony A6100?

[@michaelrodriguez8325]

does this SmallRig model fit the Sony a6400? As I've only seen it on the a6400. Many thanks!

[@michaelnrg11]

I have the a6300 and I buy a smallrig, I want to ask what is the sensor at the grip of the camera that the wood grip has also a hole?

[@bluesclues6586]

I.R light

[@wasp_2k389]

Hi do u have a working link to the uurig ? After seeing ur review trying to order but link dosent show available.

[@barzakhized]

Can the Uurig fit a6000? you should show it on your video..

[@ArthurR]

Yes, it does. The body of the A6000 and A6400 is VERY similar and fitment is excellent with the UUrig.

[@barzakhized]

@@ArthurR thanks for the fast reply Arthur 👍

[@rcepter5485]

Hey I have a6300 cage and i am going to buy a6400 very soon, so i wanted to know if the cage with the wooden grip will fit it?

[@Xer0.Visual5]

Is there a grip like this for the Sony A7 mk1 someone knows.? Love the Look and hope there is one for my Camera

[@skills_hd]

would that rig be 2 heavy for the moza aircross n a6400?

[@TZR95035]

Can this cage be used w a gimbal?

[@dillybob3248]

It depends on what the gimbal is

[@gabinofotografia1677]

can i use with gimball webill S?

[@hariepotter8992]

will the UUrig for the a6400 fits on a6000? the smallrig wood grip looks weird and a bit big.

[@iRabb]

Does the UU cage fit the A6000? Amazon specifies only the 6300 and 6400.

[@timteevin4517]

UU rig not for sale at Amazon any more.

[@hongkongface26]

Nice! Would you review more case, grip, thumb grip for any sony camera please.

[@setolygon]

Because of your content, I moved to Sony system. :)

[@TwoOneSe7en]

For the cages in this exact video, I would agree the UU Rig is better. HOWEVER, the updated SmallRig cage and grip slightly best the UU Rig overall. It addresses every issue that Arthur talks about. Pt # CCS2310 and # APS2318

[@evgenyskazhutin8589]

Is it UU Rig cage suitable for SONY6500?

[@downesfamily6084]

I think the gap on the small rig handle might be for the a6500, because the grip is bigger.

[@themareo2771]

I use the smallrig cage on my a6000 and I'm pretty satisfied with it, do you think it would fit an a6400 as well?

[@akvid710]

Hye arthur. Can use the UUrig with Meike (battery grip) together?

[@ElricX]

How do these work on a gimbal? I'm using a Crane plus atm. Will it be harder to balance?

[@chosenideahandle]

Jeff Fletcher if anything it would make it easier to balance (especially with big lenses).

[@mifune111]

Hey Arthur, do you think the UU Rig can be used with a handstrap? Great review by the way, greetings from Perú

[@spinnito]

In my case I would be using it only as protection, and maybe just to add an off camera flash later.

[@-grey]

Is that uu a6400 16f1.4 set up light enough for the zhiyun m2?

[@dead2me82]

UURig is currently “out of stock” on Amazon with no timetable for more.

[@ngenomsquad5362]

Wait? What channel is this?

[@eliteexposure5594]

His real name is TechnologyMafia

[@ericrueger4231]

Does that Uu rig cage fit on your a6000?

[@ArthurR]

Yes!

[@jaivishalgohel]

I'm always enjoying your videos for a6000..

[@line3122]

Hello ) please deep review Sony a7ii thanks

[@nhancao4790]

It's weird not hearing you say technology mafia

[@ArthurR]

If you havent noticed, Ive stopped saying technologymafia over a year ago in videos... Its been a slow phase out.

[@SkrixlerAnon]

@@ArthurR I searched for it and i noticed and laughed because you say always "Hey guys in today's video..." 😂

[@nhancao4790]

@@ArthurR I forgot, maybe because I binge watch some of your older videos recently.

[@garysunderland8433]

Nice vid man!

[@garysunderland8433]

What do you use to edit? I use IMovie and it works pretty well but kinda limited.

[@MORDEKAIZ]

Can the Uurig fit a6000?

[@ArthurR]

MORDEKAIZ yes.

[@lasvegasvegas4236]

I put a cage on my a6500 to help protect it. It felt horrible in my hands. It was removed chop-chop style and I'm only going to use the cage for video gigs.

[@chosenideahandle]

lasvegas vegas the SmallRig cages without a grip are too sharp edged. The UURigs are excellent without the wood in my experience.

[@gwm-btdbattlesagar.ioandmo9988]

the gap is for the bigger a6600 grip.

[@Theninja114]

I have a white a6000, never seen anyone else with one.

[@ren_ck6550]

@Arthur R nice video! I'm glad I watched it just in time to order the UUrRig @ $35.95 with the wood handle grip. Cage was received today and I'm really happy with my purchase. So, thanks a lot!

[@pardeepkeys4725]

Loved your videos ; subscribed💯

[@PercyDeSaint]

Thank you Arthur! Was looking for a good rig for my camera, and definitively this is a great option. It's a shame the price is now $46, but still a good offer.

[@jmackultra]

Dang I was just about to pick one up but I must've missed the sale.

[@ArthurR]

Yes, I think it went out of stock and so it is being fulfilled by another seller.

[@jmackultra]

@@ArthurR rats that sold fast. Next time they run it I'll pick it up.

[@jmackultra]

@@ArthurR it's back up at that price with an additional 6% off. Ordered it and it'll come today.

[@oddtechman]

Hiya Arthur R :0 Huge thanks for this video and since viewing this video, I have gone and purchased the Upgraded UU Rig C-A6400 Video Cage, customized for Sony A6400. I am in love with it! Super easy to fit and work with. I did issues with the grip with the Sony FE 50mm f1.8 lens though due to its width and step out halfway down the barrel.. but no issues so far with my other lenses.

[@ngenomsquad5362]

Nice camera..

[@anrn5303]

thanks for your helpful review... :)

[@chosenideahandle]

Just a warning to anyone with small hands that the wood handle on the UURig may be better off left out of the equation. I found it much too large and slippery. I also was unable to get my finger tips between the grip and my bigger lenses, like I could without the wood. The cage alone actually improved the comfort of the existing grip for me.

[@StreetsOfVancouverChannel]

FYI: the rosewood handle on my copy of the SmallRig cage is much darker than your copy

[@TechImaginist]

Does make the camera look kinda ugly.

[@rarih100]

Good review, I think the Small Rig heard you and they made another version of cage on a6400 copy paste from the Uurig one 😂😂

[@chr1staki]

Check AliExpress for the best price... but you'll have to wait a couple of weeks for delivery

[@FernandoAlbornozphotography]

Just, I was thinking of buying one of these, good comparison, thanks! :-)

[@hunteraloisio5720]

arthur aka the technology mafia DON

[@chuckchoi3794]

UURig?? SmallRig? Yeah, the names sure sound funny. I'm wondering if they are related.

[@cinemac72]

UUrig: Beware, if you would like to buy the case with the wooden handgrip! They don't produce the Handgrip enymore. Now I have the Case without the grip. If someone knows a step File for 3D printers, please leave a note...

[@spinnito]

6:29 😅😂😂😂

[@xdCzzz]

my sony a6000 GAVE ME WOOD