SMALLRIG ZV-E10 Cage Review: A Great Accessory for Sony ZV-E10

If you’ve recently purchased a Sony ZV-E10 camera, you’ll likely want to invest in some accessories to maximize its potential. The SMALLRIG ZV-E10 Cage is a popular option that provides numerous benefits for vloggers and videographers alike. In this review, we’ll discuss the features of the cage and our personal experience using it.

After purchasing the Sony ZV-E10, I was looking for a cage that would make the camera easier to handle and provide more mounting options for accessories. That’s when I came across the SMALLRIG ZV-E10 Cage. The cage is well-built and fits the camera perfectly. It provides plenty of mounting options for accessories, including a cold shoe and multiple 1/4″-20 threaded holes. The enlarged battery compartment space makes it easier to change memory cards, and the silicone handle provides a comfortable grip.

One potential drawback is that using a top handle mounted to the center of the cage can make it difficult to use accessories in the cold shoe. However, this is a minor issue that can be solved by using a different mounting option.

Enlarged Hot Shoe Space

One of the key features of the upgraded SMALLRIG ZV-E10 Cage is the enlarged hot shoe space. This new version of the cage now offers more space around the camera hot shoe, which means that you can use the cage with other accessories requiring the hot shoe on top of the camera. The larger space also means that you can use it with the Microphone ECM-W2BT for Sony, Flash HVL-F32M, and other accessories.This feature makes the SMALLRIG ZV-E10 Cage highly versatile and perfect for vloggers who want to add more accessories to their camera. With this cage, you can expand your camera’s functionality and enhance its performance.

Enlarged Battery Compartment Space

Another great feature of the SMALLRIG ZV-E10 Cage is the enlarged battery compartment space. The space for the battery compartment at the bottom of the cage is now larger, making it easier for you to change memory cards without removing the camera from the cage. Moreover, the cage does not interfere with the use of buttons, card slots, battery compartments, and flip screens.This feature is crucial for vloggers who shoot for long hours and need to change memory cards frequently. With the SMALLRIG ZV-E10 Cage, you can change memory cards without removing the camera from the cage, saving you time and effort.

Multiple Mounting Options

The SMALLRIG ZV-E10 Cage has built-in multiple 1/4″-20 threaded holes, 3/8″-16 positioning holes for ARRI, which can be used with the Top Handle 1638, 1446, 1984, and 2165 for low-angle shooting. It can also be installed with a Power Bank Clip BUB2336 to fix the power bank near the camera for continuous power supply. There is a built-in cold shoe on the top and bottom of the cage, which can expand the Microphone 3468 and LED Video Light 3286 for a complete vlogging solution.This feature makes the SMALLRIG ZV-E10 Cage highly customizable and perfect for vloggers who want to add more accessories to their camera. With this cage, you can mount multiple accessories on your camera and create a professional-looking setup.

Silicone Handle with Comfortable Grip

The SMALLRIG ZV-E10 Cage has a built-in detachable silicone handle designed according to ergonomics. The cage is fixed by a 1/4″-20 screw at the bottom, and the camera can be double-fixed with the included anti-deflection lock to further prevent deflection.This feature makes the SMALLRIG ZV-E10 Cage comfortable to hold and perfect for vloggers who shoot for long hours. The silicone handle provides a comfortable grip, and the anti-deflection lock prevents the camera from shaking, resulting in stable footage.

Quick Release Plate for Arca-Swiss

The SMALLRIG ZV-E10 Cage has a quick release plate for Arca-Swiss at the bottom that attaches directly to the tripod for Arca-Swiss type for quick switching between handheld, tripod, and stabilizer shooting. The bottom threaded holes are designed for the quick release plate of the RS 3/RS 3 Pro/RS 2/RSC 2 stabilizer to improve the stabilizer shooting experience.This feature makes the SMALLRIG ZV-E10 Cage highly versatile and perfect for vloggers who use different shooting setups. With this cage, you can quickly switch between handheld, tripod, and stabilizer shooting, making it easier for you to capture stable footage.

Power Backup Solution

SmallRig NP-FW50 camera battery charger set is available now, two 1030mAh(Real) rechargeable batteries, and a charger bring long battery life for your videos and photos shooting. If you need a sufficient power supply, please search SmallRig NP-FW50 Battery 3818.This feature makes the SMALLRIG ZV-E10 Cage highly practical and perfect for vloggers who shoot for long hours. With this power backup solution, you can have a sufficient power supply, ensuring that you never run out of battery while shooting.

Pros:

• Enlarged hot shoe and battery compartment space for more accessories and easier access.
• Multiple mounting options for low-angle shooting and power bank clip installation.
• Silicone handle with comfortable grip and anti-deflection lock for improved stability.

Cons:

• May not provide enough space for accessories with a top handle attached.
• Difficult to grip and remove the memory card with larger hands.
• One user reported the camera falling out of the cage and being damaged.

Conclusion

Overall, the SMALLRIG ZV-E10 Cage is a great accessory for the Sony ZV-E10 camera. It provides numerous benefits, including more mounting options for accessories, an enlarged battery compartment space, and a comfortable grip. The cage is well-built and fits the camera perfectly. Despite the minor issue with the cold shoe, we highly recommend this product to anyone looking to improve their Sony ZV-E10 camera setup.

Questions & Answers:

Question: Does the cage interfere with any of the camera’s buttons or slots?

Answer: No, the cage is designed to not interfere with the use of buttons, card slots, battery compartments, and flip screens.

Question: Can the cage be used with a power bank for continuous power supply?

Answer: Yes, the cage has built-in multiple threaded holes and a Power Bank Clip BUB2336 can be installed for continuous power supply.

Question: Is the quick release plate compatible with Arca-Swiss type tripods?

Answer: Yes, the quick release plate for Arca-Swiss at the bottom attaches directly to Arca-Swiss type tripods for quick switching between handheld, tripod, and stabilizer shooting.