SMALLRIG 5413 Cage for Canon R1, Arca-ready

This full-cover cage for the Canon R1 increases protection and accessory expandability while keeping full access to controls, making it easier to shoot quickly in both portrait and landscape. It secures the camera with a robust three-point locking system and offers multiple mounting points for microphones, handles and straps, supporting professional run-and-gun setups.

Key Points

The cage provides comprehensive, unobstructed coverage for the EOS R1 while preserving button and port access. The integrated full-cover design protects the camera body from knocks and adds a solid platform for additional rigging. The unit uses a three-point locking system to reduce camera movement inside the cage and features built-in silicone pads to prevent surface scratches, which helps maintain contact stability during handheld work. 📷

The design includes quick release plates on the bottom and left side for Arca-type tripods and gimbals. This allows fast transitions between horizontal and vertical orientations and direct mounting compatibility with certain gimbals, simplifying workflow on hybrid shoots. The kit also includes a detachable cold shoe mount for flexible microphone or light positioning in either shooting orientation. ⚙️

Technical Specifications

• Name: SMALLRIG 5413
• Compatible model: Canon EOS R1
• Mounting threads: 1/4"-20, 3/8"-16 for ARRI locating holes
• Included items: Cage x 1, Detachable cold shoe mount x 1, Allen wrenches x 2, 1/4"-20 screw x 1
• Expansion interfaces: cold shoe mounts, strap slots, QD sockets, Arca-Swiss plate bottom and left sides

Usage Recommendations

When using the cage on gimbals, the bottom Arca-Swiss plate can be mounted directly to selected stabilisers to speed up switching between orientations. For camera operators who move between tripod and gimbal, the quick switch design reduces setup time and keeps balance changes to a minimum. Consider pairing the cage with SMALLRIG handles or wrist straps that attach to the available 1/4"-20 and QD sockets for improved handheld ergonomics.

Mount external accessories to the detachable cold shoe to keep microphones or small lights accessible in both portrait and landscape shooting. The cage’s ARRI locating holes provide a firmer mechanical fit for accessories that rely on indexed positioning, which is useful for repeatable setups across shoots.

Note that adding a full-cover cage increases the overall size and weight of the camera rig, which may affect handheld endurance during long shoots. Also, according to the manufacturer, compatibility is centred on the EOS R1 and accessory fit may vary with third-party plates and gimbals.