'L' plate for the Nikon D850
Aug 26, 2021 14:22:09 #
amfoto1 wrote:
Honestly, how much difference can there be between... (show quote)
My concern about the many choices was that there appears to be only two brands (RSS and Kirk) that do not exhibit any kind of interference, either with the port access or with the articulated screen. About the lower price units, I hear the usual 'it does not quite fit but it works'; to me that is not acceptable, so I keep looking... Thank you so much for compiling the information and prices.
Aug 26, 2021 14:54:27 #
Aug 26, 2021 15:05:51 #
Julian wrote:
My concern about the many choices was that there appears to be only two brands (RSS and Kirk) that do not exhibit any kind of interference, either with the port access or with the articulated screen. About the lower price units, I hear the usual 'it does not quite fit but it works'; to me that is not acceptable, so I keep looking... Thank you so much for compiling the information and prices.
The Sirui TY-D850L is another one that allows port access. I have the Sirui TY-D500L. I'm very impressed with it.
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Aug 26, 2021 15:30:34 #
lensmaster
Loc: Chicago
REALLY RIGHT STUFF.
THE BEST.
expensive but they are indestructible and hold the body really tight.
THE BEST.
expensive but they are indestructible and hold the body really tight.
Aug 26, 2021 16:28:46 #
Julian wrote:
The 'iShoot' plate did not come up on my search engine. I will certainly investigate. Thanks
If you’re concerned about fit then I doubt you’ll like the iShoot bracket. Basically it’s an L shaped dual aluminum rail with plates on the bottom and end that slide on the rail for adjustment. It’s not designed for any particular camera so the fit will never be that great.
I was looking at those high end brackets, torn between spending the money for RRS or Kirk, or maybe spending half that for one by Three Legged Thing when I saw the bracket on eBay for $19. I decided that I could spend $185 for the RRS and it would be great, or I could take a chance for $19 and if I was happy with it I saved $166, if not I wasted the $19. I’m completely happy with it and now I have $166 dollars to spend on booze and women!
Aug 26, 2021 17:21:47 #
lensmaster wrote:
REALLY RIGHT STUFF.
THE BEST.
expensive but they are indestructible and hold the body really tight.
THE BEST.
expensive but they are indestructible and hold the body really tight.
RRS products are good but in which way is the L-bracket the best? Are they made of 7075 aluminum instead of 6061 aluminum which most manufactures use? 7075 aluminum is stronger than 6061 aluminum. Do they have better hard anodizing? Do they use a thread forming tap instead of a cutting tap for the threaded holes? A cold forming tap produces a stronger thread. Did you test various L-brackets for yield strength?
Aug 26, 2021 18:04:15 #
Makes one wonder why they are a benchmark in the industry...
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Aug 26, 2021 18:22:40 #
Aug 26, 2021 19:08:24 #
cjc2 wrote:
The BEST is Really Right Stuff, especially for L Plates! YMMV.
Another poster said that RRS is the best. I'm wondering in which way are they better than others. Higher grade aluminum? Does RRS use 7075 aluminum rather than 6061? Better hard anodizing? More precisely machined? Has anyone tested the yield strength of different L-brackets?
Aug 26, 2021 19:21:39 #
CO wrote:
Another poster said that RRS is the best. I'm wondering in which way are they better than others. Higher grade aluminum? Does RRS use 7075 aluminum rather than 6061? Better hard anodizing? More precisely machined? Has anyone tested the yield strength of different L-brackets?
Apparently there are many satisfied users, so what's your point! Their opinions matter as much as anyone elses.
Aug 26, 2021 19:27:55 #
chrissybabe
Loc: New Zealand
It is always the same suspects that recommend RRS and Kirk. Probably to justify, to themselves, why they spent that much money on such a simple device. I won't argue that maybe they are the best but there are also so many other alternatives which fortunately others also comment on. I went for a SunwayFoto myself and it has performed well. I cannot find a single thing wrong with it. One person commented that the mark on his L bracket, which signifies the camera center point was incorrect. Mine isn't - it is dead on.
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Aug 26, 2021 19:29:48 #
lensmaster
Loc: Chicago
if you are into metallurgy reports and testing, you are WAY overthinking this.
I've gone through a number of camera mounts over the years....some a total waste of money, some pretty decent. RRS is the absolute best product I've purchased and used. Period.
Combined with their ball heads and mounting heads RRS offers a rock solid, reliable TRUSTWORTHY attachment system for any camera body (when you purchase the right, dedicated mount depending on which camera system you use).
Frankly, exactly which alloy is being used is something 99% of people could care less about. Does it work? Does it hold up under continued use? Does it fit the camera body? Plus, does the system offer options and additional components which may or may not be of use?
Answer those questions and it will direct you to the right product.
I've gone through a number of camera mounts over the years....some a total waste of money, some pretty decent. RRS is the absolute best product I've purchased and used. Period.
Combined with their ball heads and mounting heads RRS offers a rock solid, reliable TRUSTWORTHY attachment system for any camera body (when you purchase the right, dedicated mount depending on which camera system you use).
Frankly, exactly which alloy is being used is something 99% of people could care less about. Does it work? Does it hold up under continued use? Does it fit the camera body? Plus, does the system offer options and additional components which may or may not be of use?
Answer those questions and it will direct you to the right product.
Aug 26, 2021 19:30:00 #
Sirui makes the best one but they seem to be hard to find. I found one on ebay.
The main feature to look for is the pin in the bottom plate that fits the hole in the D850. Many of the universal plates don't have this and rely on the single base screw for security.
Also make sure the bottom screw is slotted to accept a coin and not a special hex key.
Also make sure the bracket can be attached without having to remove the strap.
On some of the better ones the short leg stands off a bit to allow access and strain relief to cables.
I looked at RRS but only Sirui and some cheaper knockoffs had the features I wanted.
Edit: I almost chose the SunwayPhoto one since it had the pin. I got the Sirui becauses I found it used on Ebay.
The main feature to look for is the pin in the bottom plate that fits the hole in the D850. Many of the universal plates don't have this and rely on the single base screw for security.
Also make sure the bottom screw is slotted to accept a coin and not a special hex key.
Also make sure the bracket can be attached without having to remove the strap.
On some of the better ones the short leg stands off a bit to allow access and strain relief to cables.
I looked at RRS but only Sirui and some cheaper knockoffs had the features I wanted.
Edit: I almost chose the SunwayPhoto one since it had the pin. I got the Sirui becauses I found it used on Ebay.
Aug 26, 2021 20:04:21 #
chrissybabe wrote:
It is always the same suspects that recommend RRS ... (show quote)
Really? Sounds like a little bit of jealousy. Some do not mind paying more for quality and highly recommended products regardless of what others think.
Out of years of similar questions regarding products on the forum, this is the first time I've observed this type of criticisms.
Aug 26, 2021 20:05:00 #
DaveO wrote:
Apparently there are many satisfied users, so what's your point! Their opinions matter as much as anyone elses.
I'm a mechanical engineer and machinist. I make components for the Navy. There are requirements such as hardness, yield strength, coatings. It just bothers me to hear that something is the best without any reasons given.
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