Nitze Ball Side Handle w/ Nato Clamp (PA33C)

Nitze Ball Side Handle w/ Nato Clamp (PA33C) | A side grip with NATO-clamp attachment

The PA33C’s defining detail is right in its name: a ball side handle paired with a NATO clamp. It’s for camera builders who want a handhold at the side of a setup and are planning around that type of connection. The format makes sense when you prefer to guide or steady a camera from the side rather than reach over the top. A ball side handle also gives you a different way to think about hand position as you arrange your rig. This is a focused grip accessory, not a complete rigging solution on its own. If a side-mounted hold and a NATO-clamp connection suit the way you work, the PA33C brings those two defining elements together. That’s the clearest reason to consider it.

Planning your grip position

Think about how you hold and operate your rig: where your fingers land, where your wrist sits, and how much room you want beside the camera. Choosing a side handle is partly about choosing where your hand meets the setup. The NATO clamp is the other part to plan around; consider whether that’s the connection you want to use in your build. These practical points are more helpful than choosing a handle by name alone. If you work handheld, consider whether a side grip suits your stance. If your setup is often supported, think about whether the handle’s position will still feel convenient while you operate it. The right placement depends on your rig and the way you handle it.

Technical Specifications

• Product: Nitze Ball Side Handle
• Clamp: NATO
• Model: PA33C