Nikon 200-500 Foot Length
Oct 13, 2018 11:01:32 #
Anybody know what the foot length is for the tripod collar on the Nikon 200-500 lens? I don't think it is ARCA type (I wish it was), so need a plate for the mount. I have this lens rented for end of the week and am thinking about how to mount to the tripod quick-release when it gets here. Thanks!
Oct 13, 2018 11:03:33 #
Gitchigumi wrote:
Anybody know what the foot length is for the tripod collar on the Nikon 200-500 lens? I don't think it is ARCA type (I wish it was), so need a plate for the mount. I have this lens rented for end of the week and am thinking about how to mount to the tripod quick-release when it gets here. Thanks!
Its only a couple inches long and not compatible with any QR. You need a plate. For Arca style I recommend a 4" plate to allow for balance movement, especially if using it in a gimbal head.
Oct 13, 2018 11:08:28 #
Gitchigumi wrote:
I just measured my 200-500. It is 3 inches. You are correct it is NOT ARCA. I bought a 3 inch arch swiss plate for it.Anybody know what the foot length is for the tripod collar on the Nikon 200-500 lens? I don't think it is ARCA type (I wish it was), so need a plate for the mount. I have this lens rented for end of the week and am thinking about how to mount to the tripod quick-release when it gets here. Thanks!
Oct 13, 2018 11:45:27 #
Thanks, MT & Stan... I'll see if I have or need to get a 4" plate. 👍🤓👍
Oct 13, 2018 12:25:02 #
Oct 13, 2018 12:57:35 #
JD750 wrote:
Ha I read the title and I was wondering "a lens 200-500" foot long Wow! 
LOL! I'd better select my words more carefully! I didn't see that until you pointed it out. Thanks.
Oct 13, 2018 13:03:29 #
Gitchigumi wrote:
Anybody know what the foot length is for the tripod collar on the Nikon 200-500 lens? I don't think it is ARCA type (I wish it was), so need a plate for the mount. I have this lens rented for end of the week and am thinking about how to mount to the tripod quick-release when it gets here. Thanks!
I prefer to replace the OEM foot with an Arca Swiss foot. There are many versions available.
Oct 13, 2018 13:13:59 #
Gitchigumi wrote:
LOL! I'd better select my words more carefully! I didn't see that until you pointed it out. Thanks.
Oct 13, 2018 15:26:26 #
jcboy3 wrote:
I prefer to replace the OEM foot with an Arca Swiss foot. There are many versions available.
I think I'll do that, if I end up buying it. This is a rental for me to try out. Thanks.
Oct 14, 2018 06:42:15 #
Gitchigumi wrote:
Anybody know what the foot length is for the tripod collar on the Nikon 200-500 lens? I don't think it is ARCA type (I wish it was), so need a plate for the mount. I have this lens rented for end of the week and am thinking about how to mount to the tripod quick-release when it gets here. Thanks!
If it doesn't fit what you have, see if the rental company has what you need. I know I changed mine out a while ago but don't recall what I bought, if I had to guess. Either from RRS or it's an Arca Swiss. It was more for length in order to balance the lens and a D5 on a Wimberly Gimbal head.
Oct 14, 2018 07:11:48 #
MT Shooter wrote:
Its only a couple inches long and not compatible with any QR. You need a plate. For Arca style I recommend a 4" plate to allow for balance movement, especially if using it in a gimbal head.
Oct 14, 2018 07:14:37 #
Gitchigumi wrote:
Anybody know what the foot length is for the tripod collar on the Nikon 200-500 lens? I don't think it is ARCA type (I wish it was), so need a plate for the mount. I have this lens rented for end of the week and am thinking about how to mount to the tripod quick-release when it gets here. Thanks!
A 4" plate will provide more versatility for balancing and also be a good handle for carrying.
Oct 14, 2018 09:25:14 #
JD750 wrote:
Ha I read the title and I was wondering "a lens 200-500" foot long Wow!
Right! My first thought about foot length was, "12".
Oct 14, 2018 09:34:29 #
Thanks to all... I have ordered a 100mm (4") plate for this lens.👍🤓👍
Oct 14, 2018 11:56:55 #
I'd suggest something in the middle-maybe a 300 foot plate...
Gitchigumi wrote:
LOL! I'd better select my words more carefully! I didn't see that until you pointed it out. Thanks.
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