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Black
UK
2x 1/4"-20 Female
1x 3/8"-16 Female
Lever
Arca-Type
No
Yes
3.5 x 3.4 x 0.7" (8.9 x 8.6 x 1.7cm)
7.7 oz (217g)
Aluminum
Bright Tangerine OpenRig Halo Cage / OpenRig Arca-Type Base / OpenRig 15mm Rod Bracket / OpenRig Lens Support
2x NATO Rails with Positioning Grooves
1x Manfrotto/DJI-Style Plate
2x 1/4"-20 Threads
4x 3/8"-16 Threads
6.3" (160mm)
7 x 2.6 x 0.9" (17.7 x 6.6 x 2.2cm)
8.4 oz (239g)
Aluminum
Cage
No
Universal
No
Multiple 1/4"-20 Female Thread
Multiple 3/8"-16 Female Thread
Multiple M4 Female Thread
Multiple QD (Quick Detach)
Top: 1x Cold Shoe
Side: 1x Cold Shoe
No
Top: 1x NATO Rail
Sides: 2x NATO Rail
6.6 x 6.6 x 0.9" (16.8 x 16.7 x 2.2cm)
9.7 oz (276g)
Aluminum
Fixed
1x NATO Rail Clamp
2x 15mm (LWS / 60mm Spacing) Rod Port
11.4 x 3.6 x 2" (29 x 9.1 x 5.1cm)
3.1 oz (87g)
Aluminum
Bright Tangerine OpenRig Accessories / OpenRig Rail / OpenRig Halo Cage / OpenRig Arca Receiver Mk III / OpenRig Anti-Twist Plate / OpenRig Lens Adapter Support
1x Arca-Type Plate
Multiple Threads
1x 1/4"-20 Screw
1x 3/8"-16 Screw
2.8 x 2.4 x 1.2" (7 x 6.2 x 3cm)
4.9 oz (140g)
Aluminum
Bright Tangerine OpenRig Accessories
Multiple 1/4"-20 Screw
Multiple 3/8"-16 Screw
1x Arca-Type Plate
3.9 x 3 x 0.8" (10 x 7.5 x 2cm)
3.4 oz (95g)
Aluminum
1x Handgrip for Top Side
No
1x NATO Rail Clamp (Built-In)
Multiple M4 Female Thread
Multiple Anti-Twist 1/4"-20 Female Thread
Multiple Anti-Twist 3/8"-16 Female Thread
1x Cold Shoe (Built-In)
5 x 2.6 x 1" (12.6 x 6.5 x 2.6cm)
6.9 oz (197g)
Aluminum Alloy
M12 threads
2
0.59 x 4" (15 x 101.6mm) (Each)
0.91 oz (26g) (Each)
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Learn one system, once. The OpenRig Expert Kit is the best camera cage for... well, anything really. From your start-up point-and-shoot to the most ambitious IMAX pipe-dreams, you'll have a way to rig up your camera - without ever touching the camera itself.
A camera cage is kind of a one-trick pony: fitting at best a few variants of the same camera. And if you upgrade the trick, you have to throw the pony out with it. Not anymore: with the OpenRig Expert Kit, you can ready your rig for any camera anywhere. The same rigging options, the same mounting freedom, an all-new way to shoot. From your basic mirrorless all the way up to 65mm, the OpenRig Expert Kit is ready for anything.
Set for Life
It's easy to get overwhelmed when starting your filmmaking journey: complex jargon to cut through, gatekeeping forums telling you anything less than an ARRI ALEXA is amateur, and seemingly simple questions always have complicated answers. The OpenRig system is designed to help: learn one system, once.
Balanced Builds
Whether you're working with a bulky prime lens or a svelte setup, you can keep your rig balanced and ready for anything. The Arca Base features a built-in safety which engages with the Picatinny-style NATO rails on the OpenRig Rail - for precise balancing for any build. If you want to just slide back-and-forth without triggering it every time, the safety can swing up and stay out of your way: simply push and twist the orange safety button. There's also a built-in bubble level on the Arca Receiver, to help remove any unwanted Dutch angles.
Easy Rigging
From ARRI to Z Cam, the Halo Universal Camera Cage gives you as many options for rigging as there are unpaid invoices on your hard drive. There are 1/4" and 3/8" screw threads, each with anti-twist points. There are integrated NATO rails on the top and sides. There are QD sockets, Cold Shoe mounts, MAP M4 points. If you're wondering "will the Halo work with this?", the answer is yes every time.
Camera-Agnostic
Your camera is one of the most expensive things you own (or rent). Avoid putting strain on it with the OpenRig Expert Kit, where you rig the cage, not the camera. The ultra-strong design of the Halo can take the weight of the bulkiest accessories without breaking a sweat, reducing the stress on your camera body - and you. The OpenRig Rail also features dual NATO rails - giving you even more options for rigging.
(S)top Notch
But with NATO rails, there's always the danger of an accidental release. The OpenRig's Picatinny-style rails (the ones that looks like castle walls) help prevent that, with notched intervals that OpenRig accessories can stop at thanks to the easy-press safety. If you want smooth sliding, simply press the safety catches to disengage.
No Gatekeeping
We've worked to make the OpenRig as open as possible, which means that assembly is almost entirely tool-free. You'll need a flathead screwdriver to install the Arca Dovetail to your camera, but that's it - and we've included that too. Every other part of the OpenRig Expert Kit can be installed with rock-solid clamps. Worst-case? If you lose the flathead, you'll need a penny to take everything apart.
Raised Standards
If you're needing to build out a full cine rig, then you'll want consistent rod support. The OpenRig Expert Kit's included Rod Brackets are spaced 60mm apart center-to-center: the standard distance for 15mm LWS rigging. You'll need to fine-tune the camera height to suit your specific make and model via our range of Risers, but from there you've got easy access to a range of rigging options.
Seamless Setups
Whether you're fixed on sticks or perfecting your ninja-walk, the OpenRig Expert Kit is ready to assist. The base of the OpenRig Rail can mount directly to Manfrotto tripods and DJI RS gimbals - with a spring-loaded gear rack to help balance on gimbals like the RS 4. If you're wanting something even more straightforward, use the bolt-on screw threads to fix your OpenRig in place - then quick-release the rest of your gear as needed.
Beginning of the End
We pride ourselves on our camera accessories being single-purchase, rather than single-use: with field-tested designs and a build quality head and shoulders above the rest, you'll be able to use the OpenRig Expert Kit for years to come. The first time you buy the OpenRig is also the last time - no more wasted money.
Part of the OpenRig System
Make rigging easier. With the OpenRig system from Bright Tangerine, you can learn one system, once - but have endless possibilities. Whether you need a run-and-gun rig for a documentary or a full cine build, the OpenRig system has the solution.
Compatibility
The OpenRig Expert Kit is designed to fit with any camera. The inverted Arca profile in the center allows for cameras to be positioned and balanced along the full length of the rail, with 160mm of sliding travel. The base features an integrated Manfrotto and DJI-compatible dovetail for mounting to tripods or gimbals, as well as fixed screw threads for non-standard mounts. The Halo offers compatibility with almost any third-party camera accessory via the selection of 1/4", 3/8", Cold Shoe and NATO rail rigging options.
The OpenRig Expert Kit can also set cameras to the 15mm LWS standard height, with rod support provided by a dedicated bracket included in the kit - but different Risers are required for different camera bodies.
- Arca Receiver Mk III -
The new Arca Receiver Mk III gives you the ultimate form of quick-release convenience. Slide your Arca dovetail into place, then lock it in place via the secure clamp. Perfect for the OpenRig, the Arca Receiver makes rigging easier.
Keep things simple with the Arca Receiver, redesigned to fit any rig. Mount it in seconds to a range of possible setups, with a built-in bubble level to keep things even and an open-jaw clamp to keep things secure. Orient it in any direction for broad compatibility, and when wrap time rolls around you can detach it in moments.
- 160mm Rail -
Meet the new foundation of your build. The OpenRig Rail is the new base mounting solution for any camera setup, featuring dual Manfrotto-DJI compatibility on the base and universal mounting options on top. Build and balance your camera with a huge range of customization options, then quickly take it all apart when wrap time rolls around.
It's easy to get overwhelmed when starting your filmmaking journey: complex jargon to cut through, gatekeeping forums telling you anything less than an ARRI ALEXA is amateur, and seemingly simple questions always have complicated answers. The OpenRig changes all that: buy it once, and be set for life. The universal design fits to any camera setup, and the ever-expanding range of accessories mean that your camera rig can grow with you - wherever your journey takes you.
- Halo Universal Camera Cage -
With the Halo Universal Camera Cage (OpenRig), you can make rigging easier. Mount it with any camera via our OpenRig ecosystem, then mount any accessory from the bounty of rigging options. An essential on-set carry, bring the future with you today.
Quality, precision, and speed... and that's before you even start shooting. The Halo plus an OpenRig Rail is the ultimate shooting system: letting you mount any camera, anywhere. Rig the Halo with all manner of accessories, or keep things tidy - we provide the options, but the choices are yours.
- 15mm Rod Bracket -
The OpenRig 15mm Rod Bracket provides a smooth and centralized set of independent rod brackets to your setup: sliding into place along the Rail with the built-in safety stops. Ideal for complex cine rigs or basic power distribution, the 15mm Rod Bracket is an essential tool for your OpenRig.
Consistent rod support, secured placement and reliable release: the OpenRig 15mm Rod Bracket is an essential tool for cine shooters on the OpenRig. Simply set it and forget it: slide the Bracket into place at the start of the day, balanced however you need it, then remove it in seconds come wrap time.
- Arca-Type Base -
The OpenRig Arca Base is a filmmaker's new best friend: from Camera Trainee to DOP. Rig any camera in seconds, with a range of extra options to expand into different use cases, all within a durable and dependable ecosystem. Rather than relying on dozens of baseplates, simply pick up the Arca Base today.
- Universal Arca Dovetail -
Keep things steady with the Universal Arca Dovetail, designed to keep your camera secure when you need it, and ready when you don't. Clip it into any Arca mount and balance bigger cameras: with a wider plane and rubber pads for added grip - ideal for stable shooting.
- Short Create NATO Top Handle Mk II -
Add to your rig with minimal bulk with the Short Create Top Handle, which offers compact convenience for your rig. Mounting via a magnetic NATO clamp, you can use the Top Handle to customize your camera setup. With a range of accessory mounting options including 1/4", 3/8", MAP M4 and Cold Shoe; you can use the Top Handle to reorganize your rig for a cleaner build.
- Drumstix Threaded Rod -
The Drumstix Structural Alloy range provides a robust and modular 15mm rod system, perfect for supporting camera accessories. Designed with an industry-standard 15mm diameter, these rods can be joined seamlessly to create longer setups, allowing versatile rigging configurations. With two 4" rods, these Structural Alloy rods give you the flexibility to build and expand your rig exactly how you need it.