SmallRig HawkLock Quick Release Cage & Cage Kits for Sony Alpha 7 Series Cameras
User Manual
Specifications
Model 4481: HawkLock Quick Release Cage
| Product name | HawkLock Quick Release Cage for Sony Alpha 7R V / Alpha 7 IV / Alpha 7S III / Alpha 1 / Alpha 7R IV |
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| Compatibility | Sony Alpha 7R V / Alpha 7 IV / Alpha 7S III / Alpha 1 / Alpha 7R IV / Alpha 7R IVA |
| Product Dimensions | 147 x 108.5 x 62.5mm / 5.8 x 4.3 x 2.5in |
| Product Weight | 175 ± 5g / 6.2 ± 0.2oz |
| Material(s) | Aluminum Alloy, Stainless Steel |
Model 4538: HawkLock Quick Release Cage Kit
| Product name | HawkLock Quick Release Cage Kit for Sony Alpha 7R V / Alpha 7 IV / Alpha 7S III |
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| Compatibility | Sony Alpha 7R V / Alpha 7 IV / Alpha 7S III |
| Product Dimensions | 164 x 182 x 142mm / 6.5 x 7.2 x 5.6in |
| Product Weight | 384 ± 5g / 13.5 ± 0.2oz |
| Material(s) | Aluminum Alloy, Stainless Steel |
Model 4539: HawkLock Quick Release Advanced Cage Kit
| Product name | HawkLock Quick Release Advanced Cage Kit for Sony Alpha 7R V / Alpha 7 IV / Alpha 7S III |
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| Compatibility | Sony Alpha 7R V / Alpha 7 IV / Alpha 7S III |
| Product Dimensions | 215 x 266.3 x 137.7mm / 8.5 x 10.5 x 5.4in |
| Product Weight | 660 ± 5g / 23.3 ± 0.2oz |
| Material(s) | Aluminum Alloy, Stainless Steel |
Product Details
The following components are part of the SmallRig HawkLock system:
- ① 1/4"-20 Threaded Hole: Standard mounting point for accessories.
- ② ARRI 3/8"-16 Locating Hole: ARRI standard accessory mounting point.
- ③ HawkLock H18 Cold Shoe Mount: For attaching accessories like microphones or lights.
- ④ Strap Slot: Integrated slots for attaching camera straps.
- ⑤ HawkLock H21 NATO Rail: A versatile rail for quick attachment and detachment of NATO-compatible accessories.
- ⑥ Hinged Arm: An articulated arm for flexible accessory positioning.
- ⑦ HawkLock H38 Arca-Swiss Quick Release Plate: Plate compatible with Arca-Swiss tripod heads.
- ⑧ Double-Ended Screwdriver: A tool included for tightening screws.
- ⑨ QD Socket: Quick Disconnect socket for camera straps.
- ⑩ 1/4"-20 Locating Hole: Additional mounting point with locating pins for stability.
- ⑪ M2.5 Screw: Small screw used for specific mounting configurations.
- ⑫ Anti-Twist Pin: Pin designed to prevent the camera from twisting within the cage.
Diagrams illustrate the cage assembly, top handle, and monitor mount, showing how these components connect and their various mounting interfaces.
Installation Guide
Cage Installation
- Remove the camera lens and the shoulder strap hook on the left side of the camera. Then, insert the camera from back to front into the cage.
- Use the Double-Ended Screwdriver to secure the bottom 1/4"-20 screw.
- Remove the bottom Anti-Twist Pin and install it in the corresponding position. Remove the M2.5 screw on the right side of the cage and lock it through the right shoulder strap hook hole to the cage.
* Camera body sold separately.
Installation of HDMI Cable Clamp
- Open the camera's HDMI cover and install the cable clamp to the corresponding position on the cage. Do not lock it completely yet. After inserting the HDMI cable, lock the cable clamp.
* Camera body sold separately.
Installation of Top Handle with NATO Clamp
- Secure the NATO rail to the ARRI 3/8"-16 Locating Hole on the top of the cage. Press the unlock button to slide the Top Handle with NATO Clamp into the NATO rail.
* Camera body sold separately.
Installation of Rotating Side Handle with NATO Clamp
- Press the unlock button to slide the Rotating Side Handle with NATO Clamp into the NATO rail on the left side of the cage.
* Camera body sold separately.
Installation of Monitor Mount
- Press the unlock button to slide the monitor mount into the cold shoe.
* Camera body sold separately.
