Arca Quick Release Clamps and Plates
May 18, 2019 15:30:35 #
JD750 wrote:
Indeed!
Buy a reasonably priced clamp and plate and spend the money you save on a new glass.
Buy a reasonably priced clamp and plate and spend the money you save on a new glass.
Or, do what satisfies you if you can!
May 18, 2019 17:57:48 #
arathorn357
Loc: Sydney, Australia
At the risk of adding another contender, I decided to use Peak Design base plates (sort of a 4 way Arca plate) on all my gear incl tripod and monopod heads (PD plates attach to any Arca Swiss receptor). Also have the added bonus of being able to clip gear to a belt or back pack strap when changing lenses or other gear.
Also use their hand strap called a "clutch" which loops into the capture plate which is permanently attached to the camera base - detail here - https://www.peakdesign.com/collections/straps/products/clutch
Short review of the whole system here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fizRPGpyhNE&t=38s
Have tried the Manfrotto system but this alternative is one of best shared attachment systems going IMHO
Also use their hand strap called a "clutch" which loops into the capture plate which is permanently attached to the camera base - detail here - https://www.peakdesign.com/collections/straps/products/clutch
Short review of the whole system here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fizRPGpyhNE&t=38s
Have tried the Manfrotto system but this alternative is one of best shared attachment systems going IMHO
May 18, 2019 21:41:37 #
imagemeister wrote:
To be complete you will also need an L bracket and I recommend this to go along with the L bracket to allow for balancing camera/lens without tripod collar -
https://www.ebay.com/itm/140mm-Nodal-Rail-Slide-Plate-QR-Clamp-Macro-Panoramic-Bracket-Fit-Arca-Swiss-RRS/122003785740?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l9372
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https://www.ebay.com/itm/140mm-Nodal-Rail-Slide-Plate-QR-Clamp-Macro-Panoramic-Bracket-Fit-Arca-Swiss-RRS/122003785740?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l9372
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Well, I definitely want to be complete and quite frankly my brain is getting fried with everything to think about. That's why I kept putting off doing my tripod research cause I knew it was gonna be a dilly. I do plan on purchasing an L bracket and really appreciate your recommendation. By tripod collar, do you mean a mount ring?
May 18, 2019 21:46:40 #
DaveO wrote:
There was nothing wrong with the other manufacture... (show quote)
Thanks for the clarification! I don't like inconveniences and I'm sure I will not like fiddling around with gear and missing opportunities!
May 19, 2019 02:18:11 #
May 19, 2019 14:17:29 #
Pysanka Artist wrote:
I have finally decided to muddle through purchasin... (show quote)
If you haven't used a ball head, I would recommend you look at pan tilt or geared heads. I never got comfortable using ball heads. YMMV. For plates, etc I recommend Kirk.
May 19, 2019 22:08:05 #
Pysanka Artist wrote:
I have finally decided to muddle through purchasin... (show quote)
Op/Tech makes an arca-swiss plate with a loop for attaching a strap system. They also make a strap-carry system for a tripod. Very smart stuff and you can purchase from the company site or from Amazon.
https://optechusa.com/quick-release-plate.html
May 19, 2019 22:30:40 #
Really Right Stuff also makes QD straps for their tripods...
May 22, 2019 18:22:39 #
May 24, 2019 10:03:39 #
imagemeister wrote:
To be complete you will also need an L bracket and I recommend this to go along with the L bracket to allow for balancing camera/lens without tripod collar -
https://www.ebay.com/itm/140mm-Nodal-Rail-Slide-Plate-QR-Clamp-Macro-Panoramic-Bracket-Fit-Arca-Swiss-RRS/122003785740?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l9372
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https://www.ebay.com/itm/140mm-Nodal-Rail-Slide-Plate-QR-Clamp-Macro-Panoramic-Bracket-Fit-Arca-Swiss-RRS/122003785740?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l9372
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So, if I have a lens with a tripod collar, I would need a different nodal rail slide to allow for balancing?
May 24, 2019 10:35:08 #
I suggest you explore the Really Right Stuff website to learn more about the various rails and support options. Lots of good information there whether you buy their products or not...
Pysanka Artist wrote:
So, if I have a lens with a tripod collar, I would need a different nodal rail slide to allow for balancing?
May 24, 2019 10:37:36 #
Notorious T.O.D. wrote:
I suggest you explore the Really Right Stuff website to learn more about the various rails and support options. Lots of good information there whether you buy their products or not...
Thank you!
May 24, 2019 11:13:40 #
RRS also publishes a free periodical that shows the use of their products by very talented photographers. It is a very nicely done magazine.
Pysanka Artist wrote:
Thank you!
May 24, 2019 11:19:47 #
Pysanka Artist wrote:
So, if I have a lens with a tripod collar, I would need a different nodal rail slide to allow for balancing?
Yes, I recommend using a "long" 100mm A/S plate on large lenses with tripod collar - the longer length will give you more options for balancing and you can use it also as a carry handle.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/100MM-Lens-Plate-Quick-Release-Arca-Swiss-Compat-for-Canon-Nikon-Sigma-tele-Lens/221259789420?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l9372
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May 25, 2019 09:53:51 #
For Plates I suggest you look at "SunWayFoto". A Pro over here put me on to them (UK website). I purchased one, as their price was considerably cheaper that all the established producers of plates. Beautiful precise engineering! Since then I have purchased a couple more. You won't be disappointed.
Here is the US website. http://www.sunwayfoto.us/Plates.html
Here is the US website. http://www.sunwayfoto.us/Plates.html
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