SmallRig released three purpose-built accessories for the new Nikon Z5IIC: a quick‑release cage kit with HawkLock NATO rail, an L‑shaped mount plate with dual Arca‑Swiss plates, and a slim bottom baseplate. Each part aims to add mounting options and faster transitions between handheld, gimbal and tripod workflows.
Quick‑release Cage Kit ($59.99) adds HawkLock NATO rail, ARRI locating holes, integrated Arca‑Swiss plate and anti‑twist three‑point locking.
Bottom Mount Plate ($29.99) is a lightweight 79.5g aluminum base that raises the camera ~13.0mm, adds Arca‑Swiss compatibility and basic 1/4"‑20 mounting points.
SmallRig Cage for Nikon Z5IIC The SmallRig Cage for Nikon Z5IIC integrates a "HawkLock" quick-release NATO rail, 1/4″-20 threaded holes, ARRI locating holes, a cold shoe mount, a QD socket, and a wrist strap slot. The cage supports accessories such as side handles, top handles, SSDs, DJI microphones, monitors, and iPads. Cutouts throughout the cage give you access to the camera's hot shoe, dials, buttons, flip screen, battery compartment, and dummy battery port.
The bottom features an integrated Arca-Swiss plate for use with DJI gimbals and Arca tripods, helping improve shooting efficiency and enabling fast switching between handheld, tripod, and gimbal setups. SmallRig L-Shaped Mount Plate for Nikon Z5IIC The L-Shaped Mount Plate features built-in Arca-Swiss plates on both the bottom and side, allowing fast switching between horizontal and vertical shooting. The bottom Arca-Swiss quick release plate has 1/4″-20 threaded holes and a lanyard hole.
SmallRig Accessory Ecosystem for Nikon Z5IIC. These include a cage, an L-shaped grip, and a baseplate. The hinged battery door also allows battery swaps and dummy battery use.
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