Neewer Cage for iPhone 15 Pro/Max | Detailed Overview

[@roryonabike5863]

Neewer has already gone thorugh one iPhone 15 cage and is now working on version 2. It was getting complaints, apparently sufficiently serious that V. 1 has been dumped. Neewer currently says on its website that the new 15 Pro cage will ship at the end of March. The 15 Pro Max cage, which you may have, may be shipping now. Tough luck for the people who bought the original, and are now facing buying the "fixed" version.

[@normansavigar]

I shall be interested to see what thew changes are, assuming I have v1 for 15PM. I have found no issues with my version. If it is the handles, I prefer the basic screw on rather than the clip on used by Smallrig: the clip fittings on the Smallrig cage reduce the number of attachment options for other accessories.

[@normansavigar]

Neewer appear to have been very smart with v2. They have added clip points for the new handles but not removed the good number of 1/4in screw attachment points. A clever design.

[@iphoneographers]

Good to know, I just got this cage a couple weeks ago so not sure which model it is but I’ve had no issues with it thus far. I do see where they’re updating stuff, in particular adding different accessory kits.

[@normansavigar]

@@iphoneographers You've for v1 for this video.

[@roryonabike5863]

@@iphoneographers Enjoy your free product. Did you get cash too? That's quite some company that you're endorsing. We'll just forget about the fact that Neewer rushed to market, dumped its product a few weeks later, announced "Generation 2" like nothing happened, and has failed to offer any form of exchange to the people who bought the version that was dumped.

[@AgentBlackCrow]

I use this cage with smallrig handles. Cage is fantastic especially with included 67mm filter mount, but shutter button on handle is a must for me, so kind of ended with the best of both. Added VND and new Mist/CPL from PolarPro and setup is now complete. Also use PolarPro case with their handle/shutter button and sliding 67mm filter mount. Super sweet as well.

[@normansavigar]

Likewise, I went with this excellent Neewer cage and use Smallrig screw-on handles, one of which has Bluetooth shutter button.

[@iphoneographers]

I saw where Neewer is now offering a shutter button as well, seems like they’re doing a lot of accessory kits. And wow, sounds like you got a tricked out setup! Nice.

[@normansavigar]

Thanks for the review. I have been delighted with this Neewer cage. One point of note: whilst the filter adapter plate as supplied is threaded for 67mm, one can purchase a converter from K&F to enable circular magnetic filters, such as the new Reeflex range, to be attached directly over all 3 phone sensors. Reeflex sell an adapter plate for the 17mm thread over the 1x sensor so the same 67mm filters can be used, but I haven't yet found a third party plate for 17mm to 67mm.

[@iphoneographers]

Yeah that’s great, seems like there’s a lot of ways to adapt filters and such now.

[@artiest5]

They released a 37mm plate for this one, just waiting on the DOF MK3 to arrive to see how it works, seems solid, and is definitely cheaper than Beastgrips cage

[@SuperSinamatic]

I have both neewer and small rig iPhone cage.. so far im favoring the neewer slightly over small rig cage...

[@muleyg]

Great video. I bought my 15 Pro Max with lens protectors attached. Would the the Neewer lens adapter with the 17mm thread, work with this?

[@WineWorldTV]

I got the stripped down no handles version. I plan on using it for the eclipse. I'll be at a winery in the Texas Hill Country as press. Got it today. Nice and solid. I like the build quality. Not sure exactly what I'll be doing that day, but I have up to 6 different video cameras (iPhones, Osmo Pocket, Zi8, camcorder) and maybe use my ANAFI. I also have a filter that's meant for phones so that's an option for an extra camera. Got the NEEWER 67mm solar ND filter too.

[@iphoneographers]

Sounds like you got it covered!

[@ianharper6015]

Thank you for an interesting video. It seems that Neewer have come up with a good solution for attaching filters. I was very disappointed with the Smallrig filter adapter..

[@thewildonions]

I snagged it for $65. Well worth it! There is a new version with quick release handles for preorder

[@iphoneographers]

Good to know! I like how they are offering different accessory kits.

[@LouisLuzuka]

I’m shocked ultra wide works! 😮with the 67mm

[@AnthonysA-List]

I love that I could use my 67mm nd filter with this cage

[@iPhone-Cinematograhy]

Another brilliant video Blake! Thank you for sharing your content...

[@iphoneographers]

Thanks for watching!

[@tianjohn.gaming]

I hope neewer is releasing this for the upcoming iPhone 16 pro max as well, I'd buy it then.

[@iphoneographers]

I’m sure they will. They’ve made them for the last several models.

[@MantashaMonster]

question can you put any 67mm lenses for example I have camera lens. Do I need extra accessory to make it compatible?

[@iphoneographers]

You could use any 67mm filters, but not a traditional lens if that’s what you mean.

[@MantashaMonster]

@ wait what do you mean by traditional? for example Can I put 67 MM average camera variable and filter?

[@guiadeniteroi]

I have iphone 14 pro max...which cage do you recommend?? Thx

[@LouisLuzuka]

I don’t have many 17mm lenses otherwise I’d love to try this 😮

[@jessybigger5862]

I have a i phone 14 proand where you put the lenses on is different i am having trouble trying to find the right one that will fit where should I look?

[@iphoneographers]

Amazon still carries previous model versions… amzn.to/3xiUceF

[@olafschermann1592]

Can you use a silicone cover with the cage or do. Ou have to remove it before every use?

[@iphoneographers]

You can’t use a case with these. If you want to do that you’ll need to go with a universal style like the Beastgrip Pro or SmallRig Universal.

[@LouisLuzuka]

do you like this better than small rig? I've only ever used small rig

[@normansavigar]

There are more attachment point options with this Neewer cage over the Smallrig used for comparison. That's why I went with Neewer for 15PM, because I had used Smallrig previously for 13PM.

[@LouisLuzuka]

@@normansavigar oooo good point, I think I will do the same I have small rig right now

[@iphoneographers]

Not better per se, but I like it similarly for sure. Especially for the price.

[@DreamWevr]

An I use with sandmarc lens

[@normansavigar]

Sandmarc uses 17mm thread on their lenses.

[@LouisLuzuka]

Can I add a m mount to this?

[@iphoneographers]

Definitely

[@juggalocpirate]

It looks like you used moment lenses, so are moment lenses compatible with this neewer cage?

[@iphoneographers]

Actually used sandmarc lenses with it and the 17mm mount, but they do sell a T series backplate that you can attach for Moment lenses.

[@arnoldsnodgrass2953]

I have the Neewer cage for the iPhone 15 Pro but when I put a K&F VND on it, it had nasty vignetting on the wide-angle (0.5x) lens. This demo didn’t seem to have that. Is it just a question of getting the right VND?

[@iphoneographers]

In my experience, yes. The higher quality VND perform better. Especially when it comes to vignetting or the dreaded X pattern when you close it down. Here I found there’s a little bit of vignetting, but not much and very easy to crop out in post. I personally only use filters from Freewell, Moment or Polar Pro. They are more expensive, but they’ll last pretty much forever and you can use them on any phone or traditional camera. Just buy the larger ones like 67mm or 77mm.

[@arnoldsnodgrass2953]

@@iphoneographers Thank you for the info, I will try one of those brands.

[@justadddirt]

I recently got neewers soft case with 67mm lens adapters. I’ve found one issue straight away. It covers the microphone completely. So I guess you can only use things like this with an external mic ?

[@jafiaugusto02]

You can choose which one of the three microphones iPhone has on the blackmagic camera app.

[@DanSolis-ot3hj]

Can I use my samsung s21ultra 5g with the neewer cage?

[@MarioScott]

They have more generic cage for android phones that is still good

[@neson94]

Is it possible to or compatible with iPhone 14 Pro max?

[@iphoneographers]

These cages are made for specific models and so you would need the one for the 14 Pro Max, which is here… amzn.to/4bqxhMP

[@TedMattos]

Hi Blake, new viewer. Great video - thank you! I'm new to videography with the iPhone so this question may be silly. :) What is the advantage of using lenses such as you did here over the iPhone built in modes (wide angle, telefoto, etc.) Thank you for any help! :)

[@iphoneographers]

Hi, thanks for watching! The main advantage is with lenses you use the best camera/sensor/lens for everything. On the 15 Pro it’s the 24mm and it’s also the largest sensor. So you get the best low light capability, cleanest images and most shallow depth the field. And that’s for both video and photo. And on the photo side the only way to get 48MP pictures is to use the main 24mm. So when you add a telephoto or a wide or an anamorphic etc. you get the highest quality. Then you can also get additional telephoto looks by putting lenses on the iPhone telephoto lens. The video quality will be similar (especially in good light), photos won’t but again you get a longer range telephoto that way. Hope that helps.

[@TedMattos]

@@iphoneographers Thank you for taking the time to answer. It's appreciated!

[@HugoBasto-yy2mw]

Does anyone know if I could insert an IPhone that already has a cover in this cage?

[@iphoneographers]

No you can’t use a case with these kind of cages. You’d have to use a universal cage like this… amzn.to/3wd3f0o

[@mitch2137]

Does this also work with an iPhone 14 Pro Max?

[@iphoneographers]

Not this exact model, but they make a cage for the 14PM too… amzn.to/3WFkIso

[@mitch2137]

@@iphoneographersam I able to connect reeflex lens’s to this rig? I’m unsure as to what size lens threads it has

[@iphoneographers]

ReeFlex lenses are a 17mm mount, so yes you just need to get the cage with that mount. Don’t buy the Moment mount version.

[@lbrtvlldr]

Do you know if its 37mm adapter plate works well with the Beastgrip 1.7X lens?

[@iphoneographers]

I haven’t used it on this one, but I have on the other and it seems to work OK. Those lenses are really heavy though that’s the main thing I worry about.

[@lbrtvlldr]

@@iphoneographers When you say OK, do you mean that there's a difference compared to using the lens with the Beastgrip cage? Thanks!

[@iphoneographers]

I’m not talking about image quality, I’m talking about the connection. I haven’t tested it thoroughly the image quality, but the mount itself is OK, but those lenses are pretty heavy.

[@gangs0846]

Unfortunately most of the Filters Cover the back mic next to the Camera which leads to muffled sound

[@iphoneographers]

I would highly suggest using an external mic. And you can easily connect one to the cage.

[@jafiaugusto02]

You can choose which one of the three microphones iPhone has on the blackmagic camera app.

[@DEURALIVLOG481]

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[@MelvinDlaCruz]

The problem with all this rig is the only will last you for one year because next year you want to get a different one for the new iPhone

[@iphoneographers]

Yeah used to be you would get two or three cycles out of one cage. But since Apple makes slight adjustments to their body every year now, you do have to update. However, most people keep their phones for three or so years and also the nice thing is this cage is so affordable that it’s not a big deal.

[@AnthonysA-List]

You don’t have to upgrade until you’re ready

[@MantashaMonster]

@@iphoneographers question can you put any 67mm lenses for example I have camera lens. Do I need extra accessory to make it compatible?

[@enacworldwide]

Good thing?)

[@AndersonHenriqueHRV]

Neewer is more beautiful

[@wenyanwang219]

Can I use it on Reeflex lens? Thanks.

[@iphoneographers]

Any case or cage with a 17mm mount will work with ReeFlex.