Manfrotto 357 Quick Release Adapter Conversion
May 16, 2016 14:47:36 #
imagemeister wrote:
I have used and recommend using a Manfro 3063 video fluid head on your monopod and your plate - I do not recommend a gimbal head on a monopod - and I know some use it that way.
Larry, I confused the issue when I mentioned the gimbal at all. My purpose was to show that the 393 came with the 357 plate and I'm using the same assembly on my mono. Essentially I want to attach the 357 to a tilt on the mono. I want to be able to leave the plate on my lens and switch it back and fourth between the mono and tripod. The 234RC is on the light side for an 80-400 or 200-500 and I don't want to over tighten the knob.
Just now tried it again and it works well except that the 234 knob won't tighten enough.
Thanks for replying,Dave.
May 16, 2016 18:47:24 #
DaveO wrote:
I have the Manfrotto 393 Gimbal and a 681B monopod... (show quote)
I have the same model monopod, I just put a little ball head on it that features an Arca Swiss mount and plate!
May 16, 2016 18:51:44 #
speters wrote:
I have the same model monopod, I just put a little ball head on it that features an Arca Swiss mount and plate!
I want to maintain the interchangeabilty I now have. I need a beefier tilt and I'm good. When out and about with a bigger lens, I don't care for a ball head on a mono,but that's just me. Thank you for responding.
May 17, 2016 05:49:36 #
David does not deserve your abuse he is a great source of information and goes out of his way to try and help the folks on this forum, why did you join this forum if you just wish to abuse and shoot down people like David, if you do not like what you see just move on to the next topic or better yet move on to the next forum, there seems to be a glut of newer folks here being rude and mean.
T_Span wrote:
Oh, you post that drunk crap, edit it out and then quote my response to your silly drunk statement? Grow up kid.
May 17, 2016 13:26:16 #
imagemeister wrote:
I have used and recommend using a Manfro 3063 video fluid head on your monopod and your plate - I do not recommend a gimbal head on a monopod - and I know some use it that way.
I just found them at B&H and the plate from the 357 doesn't fit. If only the 234 wouldn't slip from lack of tightness!
May 17, 2016 16:20:38 #
terry44 wrote:
David does not deserve your abuse he is a great source of information and goes out of his way to try and help the folks on this forum, why did you join this forum if you just wish to abuse and shoot down people like David, if you do not like what you see just move on to the next topic or better yet move on to the next forum, there seems to be a glut of newer folks here being rude and mean.
I do not know Dave, or you. Dave was out of line in his response to me, which in my book is dishonorable. Then, he again behaved dishonorably by editing out his rudeness and quoting my response to his rudeness. I did not quote his rudeness. He asked for input concerning the monopod and large lens, and I gave my thoughts. He could have handled it differently but he chose to be rude. See all of my postings. When interacting in forums on the net, I behave exactly as I would if we were face to face. By default, I am respectful of others until they prove unworthy.
If Dave doesn't have the decency to clarify the exchange, my opinion is, you are defending someone unworthy of your efforts.
May 17, 2016 17:25:24 #
T Span,
My initial reply could have been more clearly stated. It's possible that you have not been on the site long enough to interpret the little smiley face below my response that would indicate to many that it was not meant to be a stinging reply. There is often a time lag between the time you hit send and when a message appears and you responded quickly. Maybe I was able to subsequently clarify my post. At any rate, I do apologize for my abruptness.
My initial reply could have been more clearly stated. It's possible that you have not been on the site long enough to interpret the little smiley face below my response that would indicate to many that it was not meant to be a stinging reply. There is often a time lag between the time you hit send and when a message appears and you responded quickly. Maybe I was able to subsequently clarify my post. At any rate, I do apologize for my abruptness.
May 17, 2016 18:27:56 #
May 18, 2016 15:07:24 #
well that's pretty clear when you posted you answers to Dave's question, but there was no need for the drunk comments, you even have beer bottles as your profile posts and that is ok just no need to call someone a drunk when you do not know them except on this forum Dave has given much great advice that has helped me and hopefully others on the forum, sorry if I was rough on you just am so disappointed there are so many posts lately that are rude. thank you for responding
T_Span wrote:
I do not know Dave, or you. Dave was out of line i... (show quote)
May 18, 2016 15:16:51 #
May 18, 2016 15:23:47 #
yeah just looks like a case of miscommunication, I have not used that kind of setup so I really have nothing to add though it was an interesting topic
DaveO wrote:
Thank you,Terry, I think we're good.
May 18, 2016 16:15:22 #
terry44 wrote:
yeah just looks like a case of miscommunication, I have not used that kind of setup so I really have nothing to add though it was an interesting topic
The big deal was that from the way I wrote, it looked like I was trying to mount the 393 gimbal on the monopod. Later clarifications didn't seem to work either.
Anyway,it's all good and I should have directed it to a couple of the resident experts in a PM. I like putting things out there because there is a lot of experience to draw from. I didn't expect someone to tell me the gimbal tilts,silly me! Imagemeister is probably the best source for things like this and lens and TC combos and a lot of other things! Gene51 is another great source and certainly there are many others.
May 18, 2016 17:28:26 #
terry44 wrote:
well that's pretty clear when you posted you answers to Dave's question, but there was no need for the drunk comments, you even have beer bottles as your profile posts and that is ok just no need to call someone a drunk when you do not know them except on this forum Dave has given much great advice that has helped me and hopefully others on the forum, sorry if I was rough on you just am so disappointed there are so many posts lately that are rude. thank you for responding
You two are a gas. Terry, it was Dave who said I must be drunk to use a gimbal on a tripod. Cigars and beer must look the same to you. I have been clean and sober for 27 years. After his rude remark, I answered with a snide remark which you have seen. He then edit out his rude remark to me with a civil response and quoted mine for all to see. I did not quote his. You have jumped on me twice for defending myself after being disrespected. Maybe you could take a long look in the mirror and determine why you think it is OK to jump on someone publicly as you have done. The first time I can understand that you did not know the story but still you judged before having all of the facts. The second time after I laid out the progression and yet you still feel the need to jump on my case. What is your reason to disrespect people on an internet forum?
May 18, 2016 18:30:28 #
oh crap did not look close enough never saw daves post just yours about drunk like Dave said alls good I too have been sober since 1986
T_Span wrote:
You two are a gas. Terry, it was Dave who said I m... (show quote)
May 18, 2016 18:31:57 #
I agree Dave its best to get information from as many users as possible and the forum is a nice way to get that information
DaveO wrote:
The big deal was that from the way I wrote, it loo... (show quote)
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