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Black aluminium half cage with HawkLock quick release and multiple mounting points for Canon R6 and R5 cameras

SmallRig

SmallRig HawkLock Half Cage for Canon EOS R6 III/II, R5 II Black 5953

SKU CH-KXYQ-JBG70

Half cage protects Canon EOS R6/R5 Mark II/III with HawkLock quick release, NATO rails, multiple 1/4"-20 threads, ARRI 3/8"-16 mount, cold shoe and Arca-Type base

  • Protects Canon EOS R6/R5 Mark II/III with robust aluminium alloy half cage
  • HawkLock quick release enables one-touch self-locking camera attachment and removal
  • Multiple 1/4"-20 threads, ARRI 3/8"-16 anti-twist mount and QD port for accessories
  • Integrated Arca-Type plate plus 1/4"-20 threads for stable tripod mounting
  • NATO rails on top and sides plus cold shoe for handles, monitors and audio gear

Half cage for Canon R6 III, R6 II, R5 II

This aluminium half cage fits the Canon EOS R6 Mark III, R6 Mark II and R5 Mark II, securing the body with a bottom 1/4"-20 screw, a locating pin and a side locating block. Silicone pads protect the finish while keeping buttons, card slots, the flip screen and the battery compartment fully accessible. It is aimed at video shooters who need fast rig changes without removing the camera from the cage.

HawkLock quick-release limits

The patented HawkLock system uses H21 NATO rails on the top and both sides for one-touch, bidirectional mounting of compatible handles, monitor arms and magic arms. Accessories that do not use the HawkLock or standard NATO profile cannot lock into these rails, so buyers relying on proprietary quick-release plates will need an adapter. The cage also retains conventional 1/4"-20 and ARRI 3/8"-16 threads for screw-on gear.

Built-in Arca-Type baseplate

An integrated Arca-Type plate runs the length of the cage base, allowing direct clamping into Arca-compatible tripod heads and plates without a separate quick-release plate. This single feature decides whether the cage fits the user's existing tripod system; if the support uses a different quick-release standard, the Arca plate will not engage securely.

Highlights

  • Protects Canon EOS R6/R5 Mark II/III with robust aluminium alloy half cage
  • HawkLock quick release enables one-touch self-locking camera attachment and removal
  • Multiple 1/4"-20 threads, ARRI 3/8"-16 anti-twist mount and QD port for accessories
  • Integrated Arca-Type plate plus 1/4"-20 threads for stable tripod mounting
  • NATO rails on top and sides plus cold shoe for handles, monitors and audio gear

Specifications

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Questions about this item

Which SmallRig half cage version fits my Canon EOS R6 Mark III, R6 Mark II or R5 Mark II?

The HawkLock half cage with product code 5953 is designed specifically for the Canon EOS R6 Mark III, R6 Mark II and R5 Mark II, securing via a bottom 1/4"-20 screw, locating pin and side locating block.

How does the HawkLock quick release system work once the cage is on the camera?

The patented HawkLock mechanism provides one-touch self-locking with bidirectional mounting, allowing rapid tool-free accessory assembly and disassembly without further tightening.

What mounting standard does the integrated Arca-Type plate use and what does it enable?

The built-in Arca-Type plate plus 1/4"-20 threads give seamless, stable mounting on compatible tripods and support systems.

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