Do you use an "L" bracket?
Apr 27, 2019 12:18:03 #
Weddingguy wrote:
The purpose of bracket is to keep the source of li... (show quote)
Confusing......
Are you talking about flash brackets?
We're (most of us) are talking about L-brackets.
Apr 27, 2019 12:18:49 #
I use mine all the time. I have two camera bodies and each one has a "L" bracket. On every camera body I ever owned had a "L" bracket on it. You may not switch form H to V very often, but when needed, it is a simple switch.
Apr 27, 2019 12:30:53 #
I have them on both my digitals, love them. Gives a much more stable platform then moving the tripod head where the camera is hanging off the side of the head especially when I do macro where I also have a heavy focusing rail attached to the head. Also gives some protection to the camera.
Apr 27, 2019 12:42:37 #
grandpaw wrote:
Don't know how often I would use an "L" bracket but I am considering purchasing one. Anything to look out for other than the access to ports on the left side of the camera and access to battery compartment. Recommendations for use on a Nikon D500 or D600.
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I have an L-bracket on every camera. I always keeps the center mass of the camera over the central axis of the tripod unless of course you have a long lens with its only footplate attacked. If you have ever had a camera-lens combo tip over whether or not it is in the wind, you would understand.
Apr 27, 2019 13:09:43 #
rubble43
Loc: Oyster Bay, Long Island NY
I have L-brackets on both my Nikon D800 and D850; both are made by Sunwayfoto and are reasonably priced. I use a tripod quite often for panos and HDR photos and find the ability to quickly go from landscape to portrait orientation (aided by the QC mount) most useful. I use U-ring 1/4-20 screws to hold the brackets to the camera so I can quickly adjust or remove them without use of a hex wrench. With the bracket slipped to the left they also provide a grip for my left hand when carrying the camera..
Apr 27, 2019 13:16:46 #
rubble43 wrote:
I have L-brackets on both my Nikon D800 and D850; ... (show quote)
Also, many cameras now include clips that attach to an L-bracket to fix cables in position.
Apr 27, 2019 13:17:21 #
dandev
Loc: Enumclaw, WA
I have a Really Right Stuff L Bracket. It's great.
Make sure you get the one that fits your particular camera model - or it may get in the way of connections/compartments.
Make sure you get the one that fits your particular camera model - or it may get in the way of connections/compartments.
Apr 27, 2019 13:36:56 #
Photographer Jim wrote:
The OP is asking about L brackets, not flash brackets.
Oooops !!! My bad!
Apr 27, 2019 13:52:59 #
Apr 27, 2019 13:55:31 #
greenwork
Loc: Southwest Florida
I keep the RRS bracket on my D810 24/7 and it is worth every penny.
Apr 27, 2019 14:15:32 #
I really like the one I got from Sunwayfoto, it fits my camera and the arca swiss plate on my tripod head perfectly. They have one here http://www.sunwayfoto.com/e_goodsDetail.aspx?gId=1202 that would fit the camera you were asking about. I find it invaluable shooting panoramas since I shoot them in portrait orientation.
Apr 27, 2019 14:32:52 #
always...........I prefer RRS as it's made in the USA, and because it's quality fit and finish is worth it to me.........
Apr 27, 2019 14:37:54 #
I have one and have it handy when I am taking my tripod along. Very convenient for portrait orientation images. Especially great when you are doing a panorama with multiple portrait oriented image shots. Worth the money.
Apr 27, 2019 16:05:34 #
I had bought one about five years ago. I have used it once perhaps twice. It was too clunky and complex to rotate the camera and flash. With all the things necessary to get a good shot off. So I really don't use it at all. I prefer a tripod or monopod. You could buy a TTL cable and use it exclusive of the bracket when you don't want flash shadows. I have thought that I could use my "L" bracket for beating people into submission for not smiling. Okay, I'm kidding. Save the 30 dollars or more for something else.
Apr 27, 2019 17:20:20 #
The topic is L bracket not flash brackets...
Scruples wrote:
I had bought one about five years ago. I have used... (show quote)
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