NICEYRIG Universal Cold Shoe to 1/4"-20 Adapter for Camera

This universal cold shoe adapter converts a camera cage mounting point into a small rig extension that supports rods, microphones and accessories. It is useful when you need to add a follow focus, EVF bracket or a compact microphone to a compact rig while keeping a low profile and simple attachment method.

Key Points

The adapter fits onto standard 15mm rod systems and provides a cold shoe interface for quick accessory mounting. It includes a robust clamp that grips the rod and a threaded positioning screw for secure placement, making it practical for run-and-gun setups and small studio rigs. 🎥

The unit connects through a 1/4"-20 positioning hole on the side of a camera cage or into the Arri-style locating hole at the front end of a camera upper handle. This allows extension of the 15mm tube to accommodate follow focus devices, an EVF bracket or a microphone. The design helps keep accessories aligned with the lens axis and reduces the need for separate mounting arms. 🎙️

Consider that the clamp is focused on 15mm rod systems and the cold shoe mount suits lightweight accessories according to the manufacturer. For heavier devices you may need additional support or a dedicated bracket.

Technical Specifications

• Name: NICEYRIG Universal Cold Shoe to 1/4"-20 Screw Adapter, Works for Camera, Cage, Light and Microphone-539
• Clamp type: 15mm pipe clamp on both sides
• Bottom screw: 1/4"-20 set screw
• Mount interfaces: cold shoe and 15mm rod extension
• Compatibility: fits Arri standard locating hole and common camera cages

Usage Recommendations

When attaching the adapter, first secure the 15mm clamp to the rod and hand-tighten the set screw to prevent rotation. If using the Arri-style locating hole, align the front end of the tube clip with the locating pin and then fasten the screw to ensure accurate positioning. For accessories mounted on the cold shoe, check balance and cable routing to avoid unwanted torque on the clamp.

If planning to mount follow focus gear, allow a small amount of slack to fine-tune focus gear engagement. Also, bear in mind that while the cold shoe is convenient for small microphones or EVFs, it is not intended as the primary support for very heavy or vibration-sensitive equipment.