Quick release plate recommendations? I'm considering this monopod and wondered if anyone can suggest a quick release plate that would be compatible so I could reduce potential wear on the camera's tripod socket threads?
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Sima quick release, about $14 bucks. Works great. Copy and paste the link below: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00006JQ6C
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The plate is longer than most "consumer" tripod quick re;ease plates, however, I use this quick release plate on all of my camera attachment, jib, dolly, tripod, etc., with my 7D and 5D3. Works great. Keep in mind that there is a newer version of this but plates are interchangeable so the new and old work together.
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Giottos 6E01 Spare Quick Release Plate for VT806, VT808, VT809, and MV825 Monopod The bottom of the piece that fits into the tripod is slightly larger than 1 5/8". Because the Ambico V-0542 needed a 1 5/8" square, I sanded the edges down a little to make it that size. I might have sanded off 1/16" to 1/8" total. It was fast and easy to adjust.
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This is one area I found Black Rapid lacking in. I even emailed them before I purchased the product. The answer seems to be the only plate they say it works with is the a specific Manfrotto. The screw head is cheap enough you can always send it back if your quick release plate is not deep enough.
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Dear customer,Thank you for your email. You do not need any quick release plate or tripod to attach your camera with the cage. All you need is the screw. Please check out the following link:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hAhWGWNrMjoHopefully, the video will be able to help you solve your problem.Thank You
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I think this would only be an issue if the plate had a positioning stud that sticks into a hole in the base of the camera. This plate has no such stud. The tripod screw is centered on the plate, and the plate can lock on to the grip in four different directions.
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I think the camera release plate is proprietary; it wouldn't work with a Slik release plate I have. The ball head comes with 1 camera release plate; I think additional ones go for $15-$20.
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I just use a regular tripod, but my slider isn't completely rock solid either; it is, however, stable enough to use. If you have another tripod, you could attach one on either side of the slider, which would keep it really steady. I also take my pan head off of the tripod, so there's no wiggle room coming from the quick release plate - i just attach it directly to the screw coming out of the tripod.
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Absolutely not compatible with any camera with lenses that has weight. My 1DX with 200 f1.8, or even the lighter 400mm f2.8 II IS, the monopod flat plate comes loose with the heavy torque, and the segments cannot be adjusted while shooting unless you lift the weight on the stick. Not something you want to do when trying to record moments.
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I attach it to my tripod face plate when I need it. With the loop on the strap, it's an easy release. If you use the screw that comes with the strap, that takes more time.
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Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate. I have this on multiple tripods, monopods and stabilizers for quick camera change outs.This ball head was used for my slider and works well.
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It comes with the quick release plate. So essentially nothing... Other than the tripod, or whatever your screwing the head onto.
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Hello, yes you can, just make sure your tripod or quick release plate has a 1/4-20 thread and not the larger 3/8 thread that is often used for attaching ballheads to tripods, etc. Also be sure to fully charge your battery before installing the camera on the tripod, as most plates and mounts will prevent you from opening the battery door with the camera installed. Thanks, and let us know if you have any other questions.
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I really enjoy this monopod. I have had no problems and I use it regularly. Hopefully the company can resolve your issue.
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It has something you can screw with your fingers. Frankly, one of the very few down sides to this tripod. After shooting for a while the plate has a tendency of loosening. I would have rather preferred a plate that you can screw in with a screw driver.
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Friction on the ball and socket is all that might hold your monopod. I wouldn't leave it without holding it, even less with a camera on top. I do recommend this device, it's all most as stable as a tripod and a lot easier to use.
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I use the Ravelli tripod and the Manfrotto rapid release plate with my Canon T3i. Although there isn't much room between the camera and the tripod I was able to adjust the tightening screw on the quick release plate so it becomes lose enough to slide the camera on but tight enough to keep the camera in place. Hope this helps.