I'm looking for a quick release for my tripod and monopod so I can change heads quickly. I don't want to spend a fortune but obliviously I want something reliable. Any recommendations besides RRS.
cjc2
Loc: Hellertown PA
IMHO, RRS is simply the best. Check for others on B&H. Best of luck.
Gene51
Loc: Yonkers, NY, now in LSD (LowerSlowerDelaware)
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I was wanting a quick release plate to put on my heads to be able to change the geads faster and easier.
Most of the quick-release mechanisms I have experience with are designed to quickly remove and replace CAMERAS on the tripod and NOT for quickly alternating heads on the tripod.
Depending on the weight of the head, plus the weight of the camera a lens, I wonder if there is such a mechanism that will support and stabilize such a load. If you could find one that will handle that kind of weight, you will need the base or receiving shoe or clamp and a corresponding foot for each of your heads.
As for heads, I use various older Manfrotto ball and standard pan and tilt models, all of which are quite heavy- that is why I bring this issue up. . When I attached them via the screw and socket there is a sufficient surface between the bottom of each head and the platform atop the tripod elevator column to help support the load.
You might need to rig somethg up with washers or spacers to balance the load on the platform.
E.L.. Shapiro wrote:
Most of the quick-release mechanisms I have experience with are designed to quickly remove and replace CAMERAS on the tripod and NOT for quickly alternating heads on the tripod.
Depending on the weight of the head, plus the weight of the camera a lens, I wonder if there is such a mechanism that will support and stabilize such a load. If you could find one that will handle that kind of weight, you will need the base or receiving shoe or clamp and a corresponding foot for each of your heads.
As for heads, I use various older Manfrotto ball and standard pan and tilt models, all of which are quite heavy- that is why I bring this issue up. . When I attached them via the screw and socket there is a sufficient surface between the bottom of each head and the platform atop the tripod elevator column to help support the load.
You might need to rig somethg up with washers or spacers to balance the load on the platform.
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I got the idea from Steve at Backcountry gallery. He uses RRS. I was looking for other options also. It seems to work very well for him. Lol
cjc2
Loc: Hellertown PA
RRS is what I would use for this as well; however, I don't changes heads often enough to worry about this. Steve gives VERY good advice IMHO. Remember, you system will only be as good as its weakest piece. Best of luck.
Look at Kirk for a reasonable RRS substitute. Look at ebay for used versions. These are all just metal parts, who cares if they're used or even scratched up a bit, if you can get them for a lower price.
CHG_CANON wrote:
Look at Kirk for a reasonable RRS substitute. Look at ebay for used versions. These are all just metal parts, who cares if they're used or even scratched up a bit, if you can get them for a lower price.
Exactly what I thought. RRS makes good stuff but the price for a simple machined piece of metal is pretty high. Lol. Thanks.
Gene51
Loc: Yonkers, NY, now in LSD (LowerSlowerDelaware)
Both Adorama and B&H have them for $74. No need to order from Israel.
Drbobcameraguy wrote:
I'm looking for a quick release for my tripod and monopod so I can change heads quickly. I don't want to spend a fortune but obliviously I want something reliable. Any recommendations besides RRS.
Try ProMedia gear, great quality, reasonable but not cheap I have one of their quick release clamps on each of my 2 tripods and Kirk plates on 3 different heads. Combination works great.
Gene51
Loc: Yonkers, NY, now in LSD (LowerSlowerDelaware)
I also use and recommend the 3/8 screw option at all connection points BTW ....
SIZE matters for the support of HEADS ....
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