I am currently researching a cage to buy for my GH2. Couple catches though. First, I am buying something to bulk up the GH2 and give my big hands something nice to grip onto, so some sort of right side grip is important. I'd also like to use my t2i and future bodies on it. I need it to be highly portable and comfortable to hold, I want to keep the GH2 in it at all times. I will use a manfrotto 501PL quick release plate on the base of the cage, I use these on all my gear. I shoot weddings among many other things, and I am quickly moving between glidecam, slider, monopod, handheld, tripod, etc. I also wont be using a follow focus, so I need to be able to grab focus really comfortably. I want the cage to have rails for a matte box, follow focus, etc though. I need to quickly be able to change batteries and cards.
So far heres what I've looked at.
REWO GH2 Cage - I love this cage and it fits the bill perfect. My concern is its only for the GH2 and its damn expensive. Plus the manufacturer wont even respond to my emails so tech support and supply is a huge concern! Anyone order from them recently? I see pix on their site of them using the cage with the side lug, and the lug has a custom "pistol" style grip attached to it. I LOVE THAT. But not for sale anywhere.
CPM Film Tools Cubed Cage 1 w/ additional side handle - The seems like a great option, actually leaning towards this. It looks lightweight and will work with other bodies. I've read people having issues fitting a matte box to the GH2. Its considerably cheaper if I buy it without rails and an additional handle. I dont need rails just yet.
TrusMT Cage - I love the design of this cage! But I would need to add a side handle to it. I have heard you cant get to the GH2 battery compartment while its on the cage, and removing it from the cage is not a fast process. If this werent an issue, I would jump on this cage today! I love their gear.
Shrigg Jig - Like the cost, and people seem to love it. Issue is it doesnt look comfortable to hold onto all day. Even if I added a handle, seems a little awkward.
Overall if I'm spending the money I'd love to invest in a long term item, something I can use on future bodies. On top of that I want something that feels amazing in the hand, much like holding a larger Canon DSLR would feel like. I have larger hands and the GH2 is just too toylike. Any input or opinions is strongly urged. Thanks!
So far heres what I've looked at.
REWO GH2 Cage - I love this cage and it fits the bill perfect. My concern is its only for the GH2 and its damn expensive. Plus the manufacturer wont even respond to my emails so tech support and supply is a huge concern! Anyone order from them recently? I see pix on their site of them using the cage with the side lug, and the lug has a custom "pistol" style grip attached to it. I LOVE THAT. But not for sale anywhere.
CPM Film Tools Cubed Cage 1 w/ additional side handle - The seems like a great option, actually leaning towards this. It looks lightweight and will work with other bodies. I've read people having issues fitting a matte box to the GH2. Its considerably cheaper if I buy it without rails and an additional handle. I dont need rails just yet.
TrusMT Cage - I love the design of this cage! But I would need to add a side handle to it. I have heard you cant get to the GH2 battery compartment while its on the cage, and removing it from the cage is not a fast process. If this werent an issue, I would jump on this cage today! I love their gear.
Shrigg Jig - Like the cost, and people seem to love it. Issue is it doesnt look comfortable to hold onto all day. Even if I added a handle, seems a little awkward.
Overall if I'm spending the money I'd love to invest in a long term item, something I can use on future bodies. On top of that I want something that feels amazing in the hand, much like holding a larger Canon DSLR would feel like. I have larger hands and the GH2 is just too toylike. Any input or opinions is strongly urged. Thanks!