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Marilyng Loc: Lorain,Oh.

hcmcdole wrote:

I got RRS plates for my first two cameras and 1 for the 100-400 lens. For the newest camera I bought, I just went with a Chinese knock-off - works just as well for a fraction of the price. It's like buying a knock off tripod versus a RRS or Gitzo. Your money, your choice.

Marilyng Loc: Lorain,Oh.

hcmcdole wrote:

I got RRS plates for my first two cameras and 1 for the 100-400 lens. For the newest camera I bought, I just went with a Chinese knock-off - works just as well for a fraction of the price. It's like buying a knock off tripod versus a RRS or Gitzo. Your money, your choice.

Can you tell me where you purchased it from!

CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City

Consider a Kirk L-Plate for your D750 as a medium price between RRS and the cheapest option. The L-plates are custom designed to the unique size and locations of access points for each model, probably something not 'designed' into the cheapest models.

Marilyng Loc: Lorain,Oh.

CHG_CANON wrote:

Consider a Kirk L-Plate for your D750 as a medium price between RRS and the cheapest option. The L-plates are custom designed to the unique size and locations of access points for each model, probably something not 'designed' into the cheapest models.

I just checked out this Kirk L-Plate at Adorama it is only 5.00 cheaper (135.00 than the RRS-(140.00)!I really don’t want to spend that much after what I spent on RRS ball head.I guess I will continue to look for something cheaper!

imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida

Since you have a BALL head you really do NOT need an L bracket ! Although an L bracket is always nice to have.

I would get a short A/S bracket like this one - https://www.ebay.com/itm/252493758557?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&fromMakeTrack=true

Mount it horizontally on the bottom of your camera - similar to an L bracket. Now, you will need this next bracket also to enable you to adjust for BALANCE with lenses that do not have a tripod collar and to connect to your ball head properly - https://www.ebay.com/itm/140mm-Nodal-Rail-Slide-Plate-QR-Clamp-Macro-Panoramic-Bracket-For-Arca-Swiss-RRS/371644924814?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l9372

Total cost - about $22.

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Marilyng Loc: Lorain,Oh.

imagemeister wrote:

Since you have a BALL head you really do NOT need ... (show quote)

Thanks the price sounds good,I will look into this!

hcmcdole

Marilyng wrote:

Can you tell me where you purchased it from!

It was a SunwayFoto Custom L bracket for Canon EOS 80D through Amazon but sold by Adorama. $60 sure beats another $$$ for another RRS L bracket. I have a Gitzo tripod and a RRS B-55 ball head. It may be cheaper now.

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=l+bracket+canon+80d&i=electronics&ref=nb_sb_noss_2

CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City

Marilyng wrote:

I just checked out this Kirk L-Plate at Adorama it is only 5.00 cheaper (135.00 than the RRS-(140.00)!I really don’t want to spend that much after what I spent on RRS ball head.I guess I will continue to look for something cheaper!

You went with the best ball head money can buy. Why not pair with the best camera mount option? You attach the L-plate to the body and leave it there always, never having to consider how / whether to use your tripod.

Marilyng Loc: Lorain,Oh.

[quote=CHG_CANON]You went with the best ball head money can buy. Why not pair with the best camera mount option? You attach the L-plate to the body and leave it there always, never having to consider how / whether to use your tripod.[/quote

I am confused,someone here said I don’t need a L -plate with a ball head,please explain!

CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City

Marilyng wrote:

I am confused,someone here said I don’t need a L -plate with a ball head,please explain!

I can't speak to any misinformation you've used. As you've discovered already, you need some form of 'plate' to attach into the clamp on the ball head. That can be a plate on the bottom of the camera, allowing an initial landscape connection to the BH, with possible repositioning of the BH to enable a vertical orientation. Or, a plate on the lens, assuming the lens has a tripod collar and that is the lens appropriate for your need. Finally, an L-plate allows the camera to be mounted either landscape or portrait, over the center of gravity of the tripod via the BH. The L-plate is the best option, mentioned repeatedly in the 70 responses to your prior UHH post.

Marilyng Loc: Lorain,Oh.

CHG_CANON wrote:

I can't speak to any misinformation you've used. A... (show quote)

Ok thanks,I have to call Adorama tomorrow & ask about that,sounds like this is what I am looking for.I appreciate your help!

imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida

CHG_CANON wrote:

Finally, an L-plate allows the camera to be mounted either landscape or portrait, over the center of gravity of the tripod via the BH.

The L bracket by itself, can only provide balance over the center of gravity on ONE axis - there is another axis to contend with ! - which is the reason for my second bracket recommendation above. As I mentioned, a L bracket is NICE to have - but not imperative.

In any case, a RRS BH55 ball head will be among the least sensitive heads to an imbalance situation - which is one of the best reasons for spending the BIG bucks to get one in the first place !
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Notorious T.O.D. Loc: Harrisburg, North Carolina

Look on EBay for genuine RRS brackets and plates. With a little patience you can like they a great deal on a used one. I have bought a lot of my RRS gear off eBay. I have the 2 piece RRS L bracket on my camera body virtually all the time. If I want to remove it or half of it it takes a few seconds and the wrench stores in the bracket itself.

Marilyng Loc: Lorain,Oh.

Notorious T.O.D. wrote:

Look on EBay for genuine RRS brackets and plates. With a little patience you can like they a great deal on a used one. I have bought a lot of my RRS gear off eBay. I have the 2 piece RRS L bracket on my camera body virtually all the time. If I want to remove it or half of it it takes a few seconds and the wrench stores in the bracket itself.

I am checking out eBay & also purchase some of photography equipment from there.Thanks for your reply!

OnDSnap Loc: NE New Jersey

Marilyng wrote:

Was I wrong to assume this very expensive ball head came with a quick release plate? All my other less expensive ball heads came with release plates.I sent an email to Adorama asking if they forgot to send it.They are checking on it.What do u think,I will have to spend more money on the release plate,yeah so do I.

If you go to RRS'S web page, you can see how ordering is broken down....you need to select the options you need/want. Don't know why Adorama would be any different. Why the Price range is $300+-$600+
https://www.reallyrightstuff.com/bh55-ball-head
BTW, why I order right from RRS.