Neewer is one of my favourite brands for camera/videography equipment = always sturdy, it's the sort of stuff you buy once and will use for a lifetime.
I now have 2 sets of these handles (I know that goes against my 'buy once' statement, but I have two cameras, each with a cage!) and they are superb. The top handle makes it easy to pick up the camera and use it low down (it's great for hip level shooting). And the side handle is great of getting a good grip and handling the camera in a way which minimises shake but keeps movement looking subtle, nice and natural.
The top handle has Arri mount, cold shoe and 1/4" screw holes - this means that the handle adds so much more. You can add lights/mic/monitor to it without getting in the way. I personally use it for a Mic (Rode Pro Plus) as it put it right at the front of the camera and it points in the direction of the lens.
The side handle is comfy and easy to install. Both handles are rock solid when mounted and come with everything you need, plus hex keys which are stored in the handles themselves should you wish to adjust them.
Personally, I always keep a side handle on my camera when doing photography as I find it easier to handle the camera, even little things like getting it out of my bag is just easier with a handle. When I'm doing videography handheld, I use 2 side handles and a top handle - which looks pretty sweet too!
In a nutshell: You can buy these individually, see which works out the most cost effective for you, but this bundle is excellent. You're getting two well-engineered handles which are compatible with pretty much any cage (I have Smallrig cages for my Lumix GH5 and GH5 mk2). Over the years I will upgrade my cameras and cages, but I've got these handles forever - they are a great investment.
| Package Dimensions L x W x H | 17.7 x 14.3 x 5.9 centimetres |
|---|---|
| Package Weight | 0.48 Kilograms |
| Item Weight | 15.84 Ounces |
| Brand | Neewer |
| Colour | Black |
| Part number | 10103062 |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
