About the Kondor Blue KB-URSAM-CO Camera Cage for Blackmagic Design URSA Mini 12K, 4.6K & 4K (Cage Only)
The Kondor Blue KB-URSAM-CO is a dedicated, modular camera cage engineered exclusively for the Blackmagic Design URSA Mini 12K, 4.6K, and 4K cinema camera bodies. Designed in a "cage only" configuration, this product provides a foundational, lightweight aluminum exoskeleton that offers extensive protection and unparalleled accessory mounting flexibility without including integrated handles or rods. Its primary function is to safeguard the camera's body from impacts and wear while transforming it into a highly customizable platform capable of supporting a full complement of professional filmmaking accessories. The cage is precision-machined to follow the exact contours of the URSA Mini, ensuring a perfect, secure fit that maintains complete access to all camera ports, card slots, battery compartments, and the side grip connection point, which is crucial for maintaining the camera's native ergonomics.
The design philosophy centers on maximum modularity, achieved through a strategic array of threaded mounting points. These 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 threads are distributed across the top, sides, and front of the cage, allowing users to strategically position monitors, microphones, wireless video transmitters, LED lights, and other tools exactly where they are needed for a balanced and efficient rig. The inclusion of NATO-style rail slots on both sides further expands the attachment options, enabling the use of sliding accessories and providing ultra-secure mounting points for heavy items. This approach empowers cinematographers to build a rig tailored to the specific demands of each project, from a minimalist handheld configuration to a fully built-out studio or shoulder-mounted setup.
Constructed from high-grade aluminum with a durable anodized finish, the cage adds minimal weight while significantly increasing the camera's structural integrity and utility. The installation is tool-less, utilizing a robust quick-lock mechanism that securely clamps the camera in place without the need for screws that could mar the camera's body. For professionals investing in the URSA Mini ecosystem, the KB-URSAM-CO serves as an essential infrastructure component. It future-proofs the camera system by providing a standardized, rugged interface for an ever-evolving set of production accessories, thereby enhancing workflow efficiency and creative potential on set.