- Integrated Full Cage: Fits snugly to provide comprehensive protection against impact and abrasion.
- Three-Point Locking System: Secured with a bottom 1/4"-20 screw and dual side locating blocks, ensuring a stable installation during shooting.
- Versatile Expansion Interfaces: Includes 1/4"-20 threaded holes, 1/4"-20 locating holes, 3/8"-16 threaded holes, ARRI 3/8"-16 locating holes, HawkLock quick release NATO rail, QD socket, and cold shoe mounts.
- Built-in HawkLock Arca-Swiss quick release plate: Enables swift mounting on Arca-type tripods and DJI RS series gimbals, enhancing shooting efficiency.
- Included Double Head Wrench: A handy tool for quick assembly and adjustments of devices.
- Integrated Full Cage: Fits snugly to provide comprehensive protection against impact and abrasion.
- Three-Point Locking System: Secured with a bottom 1/4"-20 screw and dual side locating blocks, ensuring a stable installation during shooting.
- Versatile Expansion Interfaces: Includes 1/4"-20 threaded holes, 1/4"-20 locating holes, 3/8"-16 threaded holes, ARRI 3/8"-16 locating holes, HawkLock quick release NATO rail, QD socket, and cold shoe mounts.
- Built-in HawkLock Arca-Swiss quick release plate: Enables swift mounting on Arca-type tripods and DJI RS series gimbals, enhancing shooting efficiency.
- Included Double Head Wrench: A handy tool for quick assembly and adjustments of devices.
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SmallRig 5257 Cage for Nikon Z5II
The SmallRig 5257 Cage is precision-engineered to provide full protection and versatile expandability for your Nikon Z series camera. Its three-point locking system secures the camera via a 1/4"-20 screw and dual side locating blocks, while built-in pads safeguard against scratches. Designed with ergonomics and access in mind, the cage allows full use of all ports, buttons, the flip screen, and battery compartment.
Mounting Options & Accessory Expansion
This cage is packed with mounting solutions for accessories and rig components:
- Multiple 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 threaded holes
- 1/4"-20 locating holes for anti-twist mounting
- Cold shoe mount for microphones or lights
- Strap slot for wrist straps (ID 3848)
- QD socket for shoulder straps (ID 4118B)
- Side-mounted locating hole for rod clamps (ID 3598), magic arms (ID 3873), side handles (ID 4346)
Integrated NATO Rail & Power Options
- HawkLock Quick Release NATO rail on the left side for fast-mounting handles (ID 4485)
- Supports V-mount battery plates (ID 4505) and V-mount batteries (ID 4608)
Quick Release Arca-Swiss Base
The built-in Arca-Swiss base plate allows quick mounting to tripods and stabilizers, fully compatible with:
- Arca-type tripods (e.g., ID 4060)
- DJI RS 2 / RSC 2 / RS 3 / RS 3 Pro / RS 4 / RS 4 Pro / RS 4 Mini
Also includes a double-head magnetic wrench stored in the base for fast assembly and teardown.
Compatible Cameras
- Nikon Z5
- Nikon Z5II
- Nikon Z6
- Nikon Z6II
- Nikon Z7
- Nikon Z7II
Compatible Accessories
- Side Handles: ID 4015, 4346, 4485
- Top Handles: ID 3765
- Monitor Mounts: ID 2903B
- Tripods: ID 3989
- Power Bank Holders: ID BUB2336
- V-Mount Accessories: ID 2987, 4505, 4608
- Wrist Strap: ID 3848
- QD Shoulder Strap: ID 4118B
- Rod Clamp: ID 3598
- Magic Arm: ID 3873

Notes
- Please remove the locating blocks on both sides before installing the cage.
- The cage does not block access to the camera’s ports, buttons, screen, or battery door.
SmallRig 5257 Cage for Nikon Z5II
The SmallRig 5257 Cage is precision-engineered to provide full protection and versatile expandability for your Nikon Z series camera. Its three-point locking system secures the camera via a 1/4"-20 screw and dual side locating blocks, while built-in pads safeguard against scratches. Designed with ergonomics and access in mind, the cage allows full use of all ports, buttons, the flip screen, and battery compartment.
Mounting Options & Accessory Expansion
This cage is packed with mounting solutions for accessories and rig components:
- Multiple 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 threaded holes
- 1/4"-20 locating holes for anti-twist mounting
- Cold shoe mount for microphones or lights
- Strap slot for wrist straps (ID 3848)
- QD socket for shoulder straps (ID 4118B)
- Side-mounted locating hole for rod clamps (ID 3598), magic arms (ID 3873), side handles (ID 4346)
Integrated NATO Rail & Power Options
- HawkLock Quick Release NATO rail on the left side for fast-mounting handles (ID 4485)
- Supports V-mount battery plates (ID 4505) and V-mount batteries (ID 4608)
Quick Release Arca-Swiss Base
The built-in Arca-Swiss base plate allows quick mounting to tripods and stabilizers, fully compatible with:
- Arca-type tripods (e.g., ID 4060)
- DJI RS 2 / RSC 2 / RS 3 / RS 3 Pro / RS 4 / RS 4 Pro / RS 4 Mini
Also includes a double-head magnetic wrench stored in the base for fast assembly and teardown.
Compatible Cameras
- Nikon Z5
- Nikon Z5II
- Nikon Z6
- Nikon Z6II
- Nikon Z7
- Nikon Z7II
Compatible Accessories
- Side Handles: ID 4015, 4346, 4485
- Top Handles: ID 3765
- Monitor Mounts: ID 2903B
- Tripods: ID 3989
- Power Bank Holders: ID BUB2336
- V-Mount Accessories: ID 2987, 4505, 4608
- Wrist Strap: ID 3848
- QD Shoulder Strap: ID 4118B
- Rod Clamp: ID 3598
- Magic Arm: ID 3873

Notes
- Please remove the locating blocks on both sides before installing the cage.
- The cage does not block access to the camera’s ports, buttons, screen, or battery door.