Which quick release adaptor would be ideal to use with the VF-4's Arca Swiss baseplate and still be able to center it on my Manfrotto MVH500AH fluid head? I've considered the Manfrotto 323 Adapter (http://www.amazon.com/Manfrotto-323-Connect-Adapter-200PL-14/dp/B001ASU1QO), the Manfrotto 577 Adapter (http://www.amazon.com/Manfrotto-577-Connect-Adapter-Mounting/dp/B00009XV3M/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1386704880&sr=1-1&keywords=manfrotto+577), the Manfrotto 394 Adapter (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00009R6GZ/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER) and a Desmond Arca Swiss clamp (http://www.amazon.com/Desmond-Compatible-Adapter-DBA-01-Tripod/dp/B008G394U0/ref=pd_sim_p_2). I would appreciate any help. Thanks! Which quick release adaptor would be ideal to use with the VF-4's Arca Swiss baseplate and still be able to center it on my Manfrotto MVH500AH fluid head? I've considered the Manfrotto 323... » Read More Which quick release adaptor would be ideal to use with the VF-4's Arca Swiss baseplate and still be able to center it on my Manfrotto MVH500AH fluid head? I've considered the Manfrotto 323 Adapter (http://www.amazon.com/Manfrotto-323-Connect-Adapter-200PL-14/dp/B001ASU1QO), the Manfrotto 577 Adapter (http://www.amazon.com/Manfrotto-577-Connect-Adapter-Mounting/dp/B00009XV3M/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1386704880&sr=1-1&keywords=manfrotto+577), the Manfrotto 394 Adapter (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00009R6GZ/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER) and a Desmond Arca Swiss clamp (http://www.amazon.com/Desmond-Compatible-Adapter-DBA-01-Tripod/dp/B008G394U0/ref=pd_sim_p_2). I would appreciate any help. Thanks! « Show Less
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The VF-4's baseplate has 6 (six!) holes for standard 1/4" Whitworth (smaller photographic tripod) screw. None are centred on the plate. Using any of the screw holes would allow the attachment of any QR plate that attaches using a smaller tripod screw. If you are using an AS type clamp the fact the screw holes are not centred will not have a great impact on positioning as you can slide a plate in the clamp. You will note in my review that the VF-4's own AS compatible plate is USELESS in standard Kirk and RRS clamps with the viewfinder attached - adding another plate below is a sensible option. The VF-4's baseplate has 6 (six!) holes for standard 1/4" Whitworth (smaller photographic tripod) screw. None are centred on the plate. Using any of the screw holes would allow the attachment of any QR plate that attaches using a smaller tripod screw. If you are using an AS type clamp the fact the screw holes are not centred will not have a great impact on positioning as you can slide a plate in the clamp. You will note in my review that the VF-4's own AS compatible plate is USELESS in standard Kirk and RRS clamps with the viewfinder attached - adding another plate below is a sensible... » Read More The VF-4's baseplate has 6 (six!) holes for standard 1/4" Whitworth (smaller photographic tripod) screw. None are centred on the plate. Using any of the screw holes would allow the attachment of any QR plate that attaches using a smaller tripod screw. If you are using an AS type clamp the fact the screw holes are not centred will not have a great impact on positioning as you can slide a plate in the clamp. You will note in my review that the VF-4's own AS compatible plate is USELESS in standard Kirk and RRS clamps with the viewfinder attached - adding another plate below is a sensible option. « Show Less
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Dear Nearaquietstream,The VF-4 can be attach to any 1/4 inch mountain plate. Best Wishes
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You can mount it on any. mine came ready to fit 2 thread sizes as there was a converter. It's very nice. I have mine on my Manfrotto and it works great.
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It looks like the Manfrotto MVM500A Aluminum Fluid Monopod with 500 Head (Black) already had a set of 'feet' on the unit. Why would you want to use something different that what comes with the system? See link: http://www.amazon.com/Manfrotto-MVM500A-Aluminum-Fluid-Monopod/dp/B00CBB5E3Y/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1430440510&sr=8-1&keywords=manfrotto+mvm500a (if the link doesn't work - copy and paste or just search for Manfrotto MVM500A and see what it looks like at Amazon).
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This may be helpful, I bought a quick release plate TY-50 to replace the old one.Here's the link, SIRUI Arca-type Pro Quick Release Plate TY-50
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The Pro version of the capture clip has a manfrotto option, but I don't know much about whether it's compatible with your setup or not (I'm an Arca guy). If you go to Peak Design's current kickstarter, they're upgrading the quick release so that you don't have to choose a dual-manfrotto/arca plate or a plain arca plate when you purchase the clip. It's got screw-on shims that change the angle of the bevels on the plate, depending on which setup you're going to use.
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If you are buying, Manfrotto 498RC2 Ball Head with Quick Release Replaces Manfrotto 488RC2, then it comes with the plate that you can thread into your camera. I also bought an extra "Manfrotto 200PL-14 RC2 Rapid Connect Mounting Plate with 1/4-Inch 20 Screw" for my other camera so a plate is always attached to 2 cameras.. Hope this helps
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I assume you intend to "clamp" the clamp to the the rail as opposed to attaching to the rail with a bolt. This clamp has perfectly clamped every plate I've tried with it which includes those from at least 3 different manufacturers. It should fit your rail but you have to confirm that your rail is indeed "arca swiss" compatible. It does not have to be made by Arca but the dovetail has to be correct. 38 mm sounds right but you never know ... Go somewhere where there are serious photographers. Ask to try your plate on their clamp. If it works, then it will work on the above clamp! If, instead, you are intending bolt the clamp onto the rail, it all depends on what and where holes are tapped into the rail! Hope this helps, Steve
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Sure. I use a Manfrotto 234RC Monopod Head Quick Release on mine. Works like a charm. Still cannot believe the great price on such quality.
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You need an arca-swiss mount on the tripod, Manfrotto does not work with this bracket. So yes you do need to be able to dovetail the bracket into an arca-swiss type adapter.
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No. It is Arca-Swiss compatible. You will need an Arca-Swiss plate on the bottom of your camera. It can be attached to any any tripod including a Mafrotto but it cannot accept the Mafrotto quick release plate.
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QR plates manufactured by Manfrotto, Gitzo and Bogen are generally not compatible with any arca-swiss type clamp, regardless of whether said clamp is made by Sunwayfoto, Kirk, Wimberly or Really right stuff. The geometries do not match and there may be manufacturer-specific locking mechanisms. Take a look at this explanation from the Wimberly Photo Gear Site: http://www.tripodhead.com/products/product-details2.cfm?product=Bogen-Manfrotto. This may be changing as Manfrotto, U.K. has recently released an arca-swiss compatible QR plate. See http://www.dpreview.com/news/2013/07/25/manfrotto-announces-arca-swiss-compatible-top-lock-quick-release-system,Cheers! QR plates manufactured by Manfrotto, Gitzo and Bogen are generally not compatible with any arca-swiss type clamp, regardless of whether said clamp is made by Sunwayfoto, Kirk, Wimberly or Really right stuff. The geometries do not match and there may be manufacturer-specific locking mechanisms. Take a look at this explanation from the Wimberly Photo Gear Site: http://www.tripodhead.com/products/product-details2.cfm?product=Bogen-Manfrotto. This may be changing as Manfrotto, U.K. has recently released an arca-swiss compatible QR plate. See... » Read More QR plates manufactured by Manfrotto, Gitzo and Bogen are generally not compatible with any arca-swiss type clamp, regardless of whether said clamp is made by Sunwayfoto, Kirk, Wimberly or Really right stuff. The geometries do not match and there may be manufacturer-specific locking mechanisms. Take a look at this explanation from the Wimberly Photo Gear Site: http://www.tripodhead.com/products/product-details2.cfm?product=Bogen-Manfrotto. This may be changing as Manfrotto, U.K. has recently released an arca-swiss compatible QR plate. See http://www.dpreview.com/news/2013/07/25/manfrotto-announces-arca-swiss-compatible-top-lock-quick-release-system,Cheers! « Show Less
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No, is not compatible, but you can add arca swiss clamp, just bolt on to the existing plate, is only about $10-$20 online Amazon or Ebay.
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I can't seem to find Case Logic's published spec for the threads on the mounting hardware and wonder if it's a true 1/4"x20? The strap fits the tripod socket on the bottom of my camera and battery grip. It doesn't fit the 1/4x20 threaded accessory hole of my Arca Swiss plate while all other 1/4" accessories fit just fine.Just seems a little odd ...
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Don't know. What I do know is that ALL of the various Manfrotto/Bogen quick release plates fit ONLY ONE holder. They seem designed to absolutely not fit anything else.
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Manfrotto 3433PL 577 Rapid Connect Adapter with Sliding Mounting Plate I got this one and a longer one that came with the tripod. I actually like the longer plate as it works well with the little plastic pin and a long lens to help stabilize the lens. I like having the quick release attached to my slider so I can go from panning shot to a slider shot in a few seconds. The QR plate I linked comes with smaller plate so you can use with very small lens on dslr without it getting in way in my experience. Alex Burke. Concord Ca
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It has 1/4" and 3/8" on either side of the center longitudinally. The Manfrotto 490 Maxi Ball Head should be able to accept the Manfrotto 357 in either the 1/4" hole or the 3/8" hole(with a 3/8" thread adapter). I use the the Manfrotto 357 on a gimbal head to adjust the balance of the various super-telephotos. When using a ball head I use the Manfrotto 394 RC4 Low Profile Rectangular Rapid Connect Adapter with 410PL Plate. If you have a need to balance super-telephoto lenses then use a Manfrotto 357 Pro Quick Release Adapter with 357PL Plate, otherwise the Manfrotto 394 RC4 Low Profile Rectangular Rapid Connect Adapter with 410PL Plate might be a better choice.
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It looks like the Manfrotto MVM500A Aluminum Fluid Monopod with 500 Head (Black) already had a set of 'feet' on the unit. Why would you want to use something different that what comes with the system? See link: Manfrotto MVM500A Aluminum Fluid Monopod with 500 Head (Black) (if the link doesn't work - copy and paste or just search for Manfrotto MVM500A and see what it looks like at Amazon).